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Proof: An Award-Winning Drama from Salida Theater Project

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Salida Theatre Project presents Proof, an award-winning drama about trust, doubt, and the need to be believed. A young woman living in the shadow of her father, a renowned mathematician, says she wrote a groundbreaking mathematical proof connected to his work. When others question her claim, relationships are strained and assumptions are challenged. Smart, emotionally charged, and deeply human, Proof draws audiences into a story where credibility matters and belief is never simple.

The play is written by David Auburn and directed by Susan McQuade.

Performance Dates & Times:
February 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21 at 7:00 p.m.
February 15 at 3:00 p.m.

Location:
A Church, Salida

Proof: An Award-Winning Drama from Salida Theater Project

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Salida Theatre Project presents Proof, an award-winning drama about trust, doubt, and the need to be believed. A young woman living in the shadow of her father, a renowned mathematician, says she wrote a groundbreaking mathematical proof connected to his work. When others question her claim, relationships are strained and assumptions are challenged. Smart, emotionally charged, and deeply human, Proof draws audiences into a story where credibility matters and belief is never simple.

The play is written by David Auburn and directed by Susan McQuade.

Performance Dates & Times:
February 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21 at 7:00 p.m.
February 15 at 3:00 p.m.

Location:
A Church, Salida

Proof: An Award-Winning Drama from Salida Theater Project

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Salida Theatre Project presents Proof, an award-winning drama about trust, doubt, and the need to be believed. A young woman living in the shadow of her father, a renowned mathematician, says she wrote a groundbreaking mathematical proof connected to his work. When others question her claim, relationships are strained and assumptions are challenged. Smart, emotionally charged, and deeply human, Proof draws audiences into a story where credibility matters and belief is never simple.

The play is written by David Auburn and directed by Susan McQuade.

Performance Dates & Times:
February 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21 at 7:00 p.m.
February 15 at 3:00 p.m.

Location:
A Church, Salida

A Merry Little Christmas Carol presented by Salida Theater Project

Written by Addison Guskey on .

A live script-in-hand performance adapted from Charles Dickens classic tale. This 75-minute contemporary adaptation, complete with Scrooge, the Spirits, the Cratchits and all of your favorites plus a few new ones, brings this story to life.

Following the 2PM matinee, stay for the holiday party and have hot cocoa and cookies with Tiny Tim and the rest of the cast. If you are able, bring a new unwrapped toy to donate to our Share the Joy drive for local children.

A Merry Little Christmas Carol – Produced by Salida Theater Project

Written by Addison Guskey on .

A live script-in-hand performance adapted from Charles Dickens classic tale. This 75-minute contemporary adaptation, complete with Scrooge, the Spirits, the Cratchits and all of your favorites plus a few new ones, brings this story to life.

After the 7PM performance, audience members are invited to take part in Salida Theater Project/ A Church’s First Annual Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest for prizes in fun categories.

Salida Arts & Culture presents Printmaking Artists in November

Written by Tina Gramann on .

Creative Mixer and Artist Reception 
Thursday November 13 | 5:00 – 6:30pm
Salida SteamPlant Paquette Gallery
Salida Arts & Culture presents the November art exhibition: PRINT MAKING and artist reception Thursday November 7 in conjunction with the Creative Mixer with Salida Council for the Arts. The exhibit features print making work by local and regional artists Sybil Teague, Ken Brandon, Merry Cox, Thordis Simonsen, Brink Messick, Ryan O’Brien, Chris Beedy, and Dolan Potts. See relief, intaglio, lithography, serigraph printing and more. Talk with the artists and participate in the Soapbox tradition- where artists and organizations can make announcements about upcoming events, shows, and programs. From visual art, dance, music, theatre, and more, discover ways to get involved in Salida’s vibrant arts scene! Enjoy live music and light refreshments. A cash bar is available. The Mixer is free and open to the public.

A Winter’s Eve with David Arkenstone & Friends return Dec 3 at 7pm to SteamPlant Salida

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Five-time GRAMMY® nominated recording artist David Arkenstone returns to Salida this holiday season with A Winter’s Eve with David Arkenstone & Friends, his ever-popular concerts that fill audiences with joy and the holiday spirit. On stage, David and his talented ensemble ignite the season with beloved holiday classics reimagined, lively seasonal originals, and surprises that get audiences clapping and celebrating together. Join for a vibrant holiday musical blend of neo-classical crossover, pop, new age, Celtic, orchestral, and world music. David Arkenstone’s performances feature a wide array of instruments—guitars, keyboards, flutes, violin, cello, mandolin, bass, viola, drums, and percussion—brought to life by his band of virtuoso musicians, who infuse every candlelit stage with spirited, festive energy.

Each winter I try to paint the season in sound,” says Arkenstone. “These concerts are joyful gatherings—familiar carols and festive new pieces that bring people together to share the excitement and wonder of the holidays.”

Tickets are on sale now at davidarkenstone.com and the SteamPlant website for this unforgettable concert experience.

Rethinking Drawing

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Resurrect your interest in drawing with a fresh approach. If you carry discouraging or prohibitive ideas about drawing, this course is designed for you. Using modern neuroscience as our basis, we’ll pull your interest in drawing back into focus. Our purpose will be to clear the obstacles that prevent you from drawing, and open you to a regular and non-judgmental practice. We’ll explore methods, principles, and habits that shift your perspective on how drawing can improve your life. This course consists of four two-hour sessions.

“Mountain Waves” a short film brought to you by BadFish Surf Shop

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Saturday, August 9, 2025
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5:30pm-7:00pm
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A Church 419 D Street Salida CO
Doors 5:30
FREE
Mountain Waves is a river surfing short film that celebrates the excitement, community, and impact of river surfing in the Arkansas River Valley.

River surfing has found a foothold in the Arkansas River Valley. River stewards Mike Harvey, Zach Hughes, Earl Richmond, and others strive to cultivate the once neglected riverbanks into highlights of the community through improved infrastructure and cultural development. The Badfish team have poured their lives into building surf waves, surf boards, and the community that surrounds this life giving pursuit. Join us in following the evolution of Badfish and the sport of river surfing in the Arkansas River Valley.
Production Company: Hozho Productions
Director: Colton Barden
Film Sponsors: Billy Quantro & Moonlight Pizza

Salida Songbirds: A Divas and Dreams Cabaret

Written by Addison Guskey on .

Five powerhouse performers pay tribute to their favorite Broadway divas in this 75-minute showcase of unforgettable songs, backstage stories, and bold personalities. From iconic ballads to high-energy numbers, Divas and Dreams blends music, laughter, and a dash of diva drama as The Songbirds share what it means to dream big—and sing even bigger.
Directed by Allen Lane

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