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Picketwire Looking for 2021 Directors
The Board of Directors is seeking out directors for the remainder of the 2021 season. Are you interested in directing? We are always looking for new production directors. Our only requirement is that you have been an assistant director for a previous Picketwire Production. If you are eligible and interested in taking the next step, […]
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Patron Drive Kicks Off on Colorado Gives Day
❤️💸 Colorado Gives Day is upon us, so let’s kick off our 2021 Picketwire Patron drive!! 💸❤️ Founded in 1968, Picketwire Players have grown into an indispensable jewel in the Arkansas Valley. Picketwire has educated and entertained thousands of people, introduced hundreds to live theatre, helped develop tomorrow’s plays and artists, and transformed the cultural […]
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Fall Production Update 8/3
We hope that this update finds you well. As you know, we place our highest priority on the well-being of our patrons, players, and guests. Due to concerns over the large number of cast members required for the production, as well as budgetary considerations, the Board of Directors, in consultation with the director, has made […]
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The 39 Steps Opens Thursday
Tickets for The 39 Steps are on sale now! There are only a few days left to purchase before opening night! Seats are going fast! Box office will be open the nights of the show only beginning at 5:30pm. We would like to remind everyone that a face covering is mandatory to enter the building […]
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A Note to All Picketwire Patrons and Players
In response to a public health declaration, we have canceled or postponed events through May 11. We are optimistic that some events may be rescheduled. Thank you from the Picketwire Board of Directors. Contact us with any questions or concerns. Website Phone: (719)384-8320 Facebook
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AUDITIONS TO BE HELD FOR PICKETWIRE’S “MAMMA MIA!”
Auditions for Picketwire’s 2019 summer musical, Mamma Mia!, are May 15 and 17 at 7:00 PM at The Picketwire Center for Performing and Visual Arts (802 San Juan Avenue in La Junta, Colorado). The show dates are July 11, 12, 13 and July 18, 19, 20. If you are interested in auditioning for a lead, […]
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Picketwire Shows Talent!
Picketwire made a grand entrance to its 51st season April 11th with the opening of “Picketwire’s Got Talent.” As always we had a great crowd that was eager to see what this new talent show was all about. Who knows, maybe it will be a show that becomes annual? With a bare bones script and […]
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Tickets Now on Sale!
Tickets for Picketwire’s Got Talent are now on sale! Picketwire Center for Performing and Visual Arts will open its 51st season with Picketwire’s Got Talent. A talent competition featuring performers from around the valley featuring live audience voting and a grand prize donated by Colorado Bank and Trust. The Picketwire Board of Directors will be […]
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Cast Announced for Picketwire’s Got Talent!
The Board of Directors would like to thank everyone who came out to audition for Picketwire’s Got Talent. We truly enjoyed seeing all of your talents! While we would love to see all of you on the stage, due to time limitations, we could only fit 12 acts into the show. If your name is […]
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Cast Announced for Nuncrackers!
In a season of revivals, Picketwire continues its 50th season with “Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical” directed by Desiree’ Goheen. Nuncrackers will be the 152nd stage production and is preceded by “Nunsense” in July 1991, “Nunsense II: The Second Coming” in July 1995, and “Nunsense Jamboree” in May 2000. Sister Mary Regina Tracey Salzbrenner Sister […]
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