About OnStage Colorado
Colorado's most comprehensive source for live theatre reviews and performance arts coverage since 2018
Our Mission
OnStage Colorado serves as the definitive guide to live theatrical performances across Colorado. From Denver to Durango, Grand Junction to Greeley, we cover the extraordinary wealth of theatre venues and productions throughout the state.
What we do:
- ▶ Publish in-depth reviews of Colorado theatre productions
- ▶ Maintain a comprehensive statewide calendar of live performances
- ▶ Interview Colorado theatre artists and companies
- ▶ Recognize excellence through our annual OSCA Awards
- ▶ Provide resources for theatregoers throughout Colorado
By the Numbers
Since 2018, OnStage Colorado has:
- ▶ Published 800+ theatre reviews across Colorado
- ▶ Covered productions at 50+ venues statewide
- ▶ Featured interviews with 50+ Colorado theatre artists on our podcast
- ▶ Reaching 50,000+ theatre enthusiasts annually across Colorado through in-depth reviews, interviews, and our comprehensive events calendar
- ▶ Maintained Colorado's largest theatre calendar with 1,500+ productions and 9,400+ performance dates currently listed
About Alex Miller, Editor & Publisher
OnStage Colorado is run by Alex Miller, a journalist based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
Professional Background:
- ▶ 30+ years in journalism and media
- ▶ Former Editor: Summit Daily News (Frisco), Vail Daily, and other Colorado publications
- ▶ Writer/Editor for technology companies
- ▶ Reviewing Colorado theatre since 1995
Theatre Experience:
- ▶ Community theatre veteran: actor, director, playwright
- ▶ Former theatre board member and co-artistic director
- ▶ Multi-year roaming judge for the Henry Awards
- ▶ Attended 500+ theatrical productions across Colorado
Coverage Area:
Alex and the OnStage Colorado review team cover productions throughout Colorado, with particular focus on:
- ▶ Denver metro area
- ▶ Boulder
- ▶ Regional theatres across the Front Range and Western Slope
- ▶ Summer theatre festivals and outdoor venues
Our Review Team
OnStage Colorado has grown from a one-person operation to a team of experienced theatre reviewers covering productions statewide.
Current Contributors:
Alex Miller
Editor, Critic, Podcast Co-Host
Toni Tresca
Theatre Critic, Podcast Co-Host
April Tooke
Colorado Springs Reviewer
Judith Sears
Colorado Springs Reviewer
Alice Kaderlan
Theatre and Dance Reviewer
Kim Nicoletti
Summit County Reviewer
Our Standards:
- ▶ All reviewers have professional writing and/or extensive theatre experience
- ▶ We follow AP Style and maintain editorial consistency
- ▶ Reviews are typically published within three days of attending performances
- ▶ We attend opening weekend performances when possible
- ▶ We maintain editorial independence — no advertising influences coverage
Coverage Philosophy
What we review:
OnStage Colorado covers all forms of live theatre in Colorado, including:
- ▶ Professional theatre companies
- ▶ Community theatre productions
- ▶ Musical theatre
- ▶ Dance, ballet
- ▶ Experimental and immersive theatre
- ▶ Children's theatre
- ▶ Touring Broadway productions
- ▶ Theatre festivals
- ▶ Film festivals
What makes our reviews different:
- ▶ In-depth analysis of performances, direction, and production values
- ▶ Context within the broader Colorado theatre scene
- ▶ Recognition of technical achievements (design, choreography, etc.)
- ▶ Honest, constructive criticism
- ▶ Focus on artistry and craft, not just entertainment value
Our Podcast: OnStage Colorado Weekly
Listen to Alex Miller and Toni Tresca discuss Colorado theatre most every week:
What we cover:
- ▶ Reviews of current Colorado productions
- ▶ Interviews with Colorado theatre artists and companies
- ▶ Colorado Headliners – Top 10 upcoming shows each episode
- ▶ Deep dives into Colorado theatre topics and trends
- ▶ Conversations about theatre criticism and the Colorado arts scene
- ▶ The business and economics of Colorado theatre
Listen on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube and wherever else you get your podcasts
Our Standards & Ethics
Editorial Independence:
- ▶ All reviewers have professional writing and/or extensive theatre experience
- ▶ We follow AP Style and maintain editorial consistency
- ▶ Reviews are published within one week of attending performances
- ▶ We attend opening weekend or preview performances when possible
- ▶ We maintain complete editorial independence—no advertising influences coverage
- ▶ Reviewers typically receive complimentary press tickets, which is standard practice in theatre journalism
Transparency:
- ▶ We do not accept payment for reviews
- ▶ Theatre companies cannot buy positive coverage
- ▶ Reviews reflect the honest opinions of our critics
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you decide which productions to review?
We aim to cover as many productions as possible throughout Colorado, prioritizing major professional productions, world premieres and new works, productions by established companies, reader requests, and geographic diversity across the state.
Do you accept press comps?
Yes, OnStage Colorado reviewers typically receive complimentary press tickets when available. This is standard practice in theatre journalism and does not influence our editorial coverage.
How can I get my production reviewed?
Theatre companies can submit show information through our submission form or contact us directly at info@onstagecolorado.com. While we cannot guarantee coverage of every production, we review submissions carefully.
What is your rating system?
We don't use a star or numerical rating system. We believe theatre is too complex to reduce to a single number. Instead, we provide detailed written analysis that readers can use to decide if a show is right for them.
Do you review community theatre?
Yes! OnStage Colorado covers all forms of Colorado theatre—professional, community, educational, and experimental. Great theatre happens at every level, and we're committed to covering the full spectrum of Colorado's theatrical landscape.
