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Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre’s Film on Fridays Returns!
Location: The green next to Elitch Theatre at 4655 W. 37th Ave. (at Utica), Denver, CO 80212.
Bring your blankets and lawn-chairs! Bring yourfriends and family too and join us for an evening under the stars! The first movie starts on June 28. Here’s what to expect:
- $5 per adult, Elitch Theatre members and kids under 14 free
- Lawn seating and live music begins at 7:00 pm; films begin at dusk
- Proceeds benefit ongoing operations of the theatre, a 501(c)3 organization
- Enjoy four films featuring Eltich stage alumni
- Live music
- Food trucks
- Prizes
- Kid’s activities
- And more!
June 28th - Forbidden Planet

- Live music by: Cora Vette and her Chop Chop Band
- Sci-Fi costume contest!
July 12th - High Noon

- Live music by: Train 45
- Country western dancing!
Thanks to our sponsors and partners:



July 26th - The Poseidon Adventure

- Live music by: Captain Quirk
- 70′s costume contest!
August 9th - Top Hat

- Live music by: Cora Vette and Her Fellas
- Swing dancing!


Jan 14
Take a tour of the Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre - thanks to Bree Davies and Westword!
Sep 19
Members receive wonderful benefits, including free admission to our outdoor summer film series, special member events, discounts on Elitch Theatre memorabilia and much more. As a member you will be part of our largest support base and will have many opportunities to connect with other historic preservationists and theater buffs.
Membership supports youth programming that enlightens, educates and entertains. You instantly become part of our history by joining the legacy of supporters. The Elitch Theater will be a place where you can proudly bring family and friends, and your membership gift assures these pleasures for future generations.
Jul 29
Denver has long been teased with talk and rumors to restore the luster of a local gem, the Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre. Now, its for real. Thanks to a city that believes arts and education is good business, the restoration can begin.
The Historic Elitch Theatre celebrates its 120th anniversary in 2011. The City of Denver’s Office of Economic Development has awarded the Elitch Theatre a grant for $425,000 to restore the interior. A generous gift to celebrate 120 years! Funds will be released when 25% of the award is matched in contributions. That’s a challenge of $100,000! full story
Jul 26
From a 2009 survey of community members, the Foundation has identified needs specific to the community that the Theatre will fulfill. In addition to the desire for the Theatre to be restored as a performing arts center, community members identified two other potential needs: Arts Education and Community Center (The Heart of Highlands). full story