Dairy Arts Center

Mistress Dispeller | Nov 19-23
2025-11-23 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Boedecker Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Nov 19-23
In China, a new industry has emerged devoted to helping couples stay married in the face of infidelity. Wang Zhenxi is part of this growing profession and is hired to go undercover and break up affairs by any means necessary; a “mistress dispeller.” Offering strikingly intimate access to a real, unfolding love triangle, Mistress Dispeller documents all sides of what is usually kept behind closed doors. As Teacher Wang attempts to bring a couple back from the edge of crisis, sympathies shift between husband, wife and mistress while emotion, pragmatism and cultural norms collide in this spellbinding look at modern love. (Elizabeth Lo, 2025, China, 1:34, NR)

Feather Fall Theatre Company presents Daisy Violet the Bitch Beast King | Nov. 13-30
2025-11-23 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-11-23 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-26 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-11-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Carsen Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, Colorado, 80302, United States
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Feather Fall Theatre Company presents the world premiere production of Daisy Violet the Bitch Beast King by Sam Collier, directed by Aaron Klass
Daisy Violet the Bitch Beast King is a dark comedy about girlhood.
Up in their attic, sisters Josephine and Henrietta create a new sister for their family; she’s gleeful and monstrous and embodies everything they’ve dreamed of: the rage of children, the fury of girls.
Sam Collier is a playwright and theater artist.
Her plays have been developed and/or produced by Star Stuff Theatre, Dogteam Theatre Project, the BETC Writers Group, New College of Florida, Siena Heights University, Urbanite Theatre, the UC Davis Ground & Field Festival, the Goodman Playwrights Unit, and elsewhere. She holds an MFA from the University of Iowa Playwrights Workshop and is a PhD candidate in theatre & performance studies at CU Boulder.
Aaron Klass is a director, playwright, actor, etc.
He is an entrepreneurial theatre maker. He believes that storytelling can change the world. He also believes that a community that can mobilize to create and share art is a strong and healthy community. He is also interested in history, and the stories we tell ourselves.
Feather Fall Theatre Company was established by Aaron in order to mobilize his community.

Viva Theater: Murder on the Orient Express | Nov. 7-23
2025-11-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Grace Gamm Theatre, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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A luxury train rushing towards Paris from Istanbul becomes snowbound in the mountains. In the morning, a man is found viciously stabbed to death in his compartment. The terrified and trapped passengers ask famed detective Hercule Poirot to find the killer before he – or she – strikes again.
As Poirot unravels layers of red herrings and alibis, a web of tragic secrets emerges. A dark yet funny tale of justice and revenge, Murder on the Orient Express is one of Agatha Christie’s most popular mysteries and one of her very best.

3rd Law Dance/Theater Fall Performance | Nov. 21-23
2025-11-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Gordon Gamm Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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To keep live performance accessible to everyone, we include a subsidized ticket price made possible by the generous support of 3rd Law sponsors. This limited option ensures that cost is never a barrier to experiencing live art, while honoring the actual costs of creating and presenting these events.
3rd Law Dance/Theater Fall Season With Artistic Director/Choreographer Katie Elliott, the 3rd Law dancers create an evening of dance in collaboration with and featuring original scores by Paul Fowler, Janet Feder, and a new collaboration played live with Mina Gajic (piano) and Zachary Carrettin (violin), performing works composed for the duo by Icelandic composer Maria Huld Markan Sigfusdottir.

It Was Just an Accident | Nov 19-23
2025-11-23 15:30 - 17:30 | Boedecker Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Nov 19-23
Vahid, an unassuming mechanic, has a chance encounter with Eghbal, a man he strongly suspects to be his former sadistic jailhouse captor. Panicked, Vahid gathers several former prisoners, all abused by that same captor, to try and confirm Eghbal’s identity. As the bickering group drives around Tehran with the captive, they must confront how far to take matters into their own hands with their presumed tormentor. From master filmmaker Jafar Panahi comes a searing moral thriller that engages with complex ideas about the uncertainty of the truth and the choice between revenge and mercy, as Panahi turns his personal dissonance into a profound and galvanizing work of art. (Jafar Panahi, 2025, Iran, 1:45, PG-13)
TALK BACK: Join us after the film on November 20th for a Talkback with Firuzeh Saidi.

November Cinema Club: It Was Just an Accident
2025-11-23 17:15 - 18:30 | McMahon Gallery, Walnut Street, Boulder, Colorado, 80302, United States
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Immediately following the screening on Sunday, Nov. 23, join us in the McMahon Gallery for a discussion facilitated by the Dairy Arts Center staff and programming committee. Pizza & soda provided!
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This series is generously sponsored by Belzer Law LLC.
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Vahid, an unassuming mechanic, has a chance encounter with Eghbal, a man he strongly suspects to be his former sadistic jailhouse captor. Panicked, Vahid gathers several former prisoners, all abused by that same captor, to try and confirm Eghbal’s identity. As the bickering group drives around Tehran with the captive, they must confront how far to take matters into their own hands with their presumed tormentor. From master filmmaker Jafar Panahi comes a searing moral thriller that engages with complex ideas about the uncertainty of the truth and the choice between revenge and mercy, as Panahi turns his personal dissonance into a profound and galvanizing work of art. (Jafar Panahi, 2025, Iran, 1:45, PG-13)

The Librarians | Nov 26-30
2025-11-26 16:30 - 18:00, 2025-11-28 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-11-29 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-11-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Boedecker Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Nov 26-30
Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.
In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of a large-scale coordinated extremist movement fueling the censorship efforts.
Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale. (Kim A. Snyder, 2025, USA, 1:32, NR)

Tinā | Nov 26-30
2025-11-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-28 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Boedecker Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Nov 26-30
Tinā is an inspiring drama, a light-hearted rhythmic tear-jerker, and the story of Samoan teacher Mareta Percival. Struggling after the death of her daughter in the Christchurch earthquakes, Mareta reluctantly takes on the role of substitute teacher at an elite, wealthy private school and is surprised to find children crying out for guidance, inspiration, and love. Using the symphony of her culture to empower her students, she forms a choir, bringing them together while unexpectedly rediscovering her passion again for being a teacher and mother. (Miki Magasiva,2024, New Zealand, 2:04, NR)

The Summer Book | Dec 26-30
2025-11-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Boedecker Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Nine-year-old Sophia (Emily Matthews) spends the summers at her family’s seasonal home on a tranquil isle in the Gulf of Finland, but this will be the first summer without her mother. Her father (Anders Danielsen Lie) remains numbed by grief, while her grandmother (Glenn Close) guides her on a giddy, winding path towards young adulthood. With a sense of infinite possibility and a tender regard for the wonders of the natural world, Sophia and her grandmother explore the terrain, celebrate midsommar, and test the limits of faith in the face of life’s many storms. Adapted from Tove Jansson’s beloved novel, The Summer Book is a delicate account of growing up and growing old, beautifully filmed on 16mm in majestic natural light. (Charlie McDowell, 2025, USA/Finland, 1:30, NR)

Stand-Up for Nederland: A Comedy Benefit for Relief and Recovery
2025-11-28 19:00 - 20:30 | Gordon Gamm Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Join three of Boulder’s own Comedy Works headliners – Vinnie Montez, Nancy Norton, and John Novosad – for an unforgettable night of laughter and community support for Nederland.
On October 9, a devastating fire tore through the heart of Nederland, destroying 18 businesses that formed the center of town. This special comedy benefit brings together three nationally recognized comedians to help raise funds for relief and recovery efforts supporting the Town of Nederland. Event proceeds will go directly toward Nederland’s ongoing recovery efforts.
Expect a night filled with sharp wit, heartfelt moments, and the unifying power of laughter.
Featuring:
Vinnie Montez
Born and raised in Boulder, Vinnie Montez is a national touring headliner and Comedy Works regular known for his high energy, deeply relatable stand up that draws from over 20 years in law enforcement and his Mexican American roots. His comedy blends real life stories, cultural identity, and quick wit into a style that’s equal parts heartfelt and hilarious. Vinnie’s work has been featured on Dry Bar Comedy (Armed & Hilarious and Funny Moments), Amazon Prime Video (Vinnie-isms: The Story of the Cop Comedian), and the Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour, and he has performed for U.S. troops overseas through the Gary Sinise Foundation.
Nancy Norton
Nancy Norton, RN CHP, delivers uplifting, interactive, and hilarious performances infused with insight from her years as both a comedian and a registered nurse. She is the first woman to win the Boston Comedy Festival and the Seattle International Comedy Competition and has been recognized as “Best of the Fest” alongside Jay Leno at the Burbank Comedy Festival. Nancy has entertained U.S. and international audiences, including multiple USO tours for troops in Europe, Asia, Iceland, and the Pacific. In 2024, she became a Certified Humor Professional through the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor and now hosts the Tromedy podcast—helping people transform life’s pain into laughter.
John Novosad
John Novosad is a stand-up comedian and Boulder native who has been performing for over three decades across the country. A regular at Comedy Works in Denver, John has appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson (twice), Comedy.TV with Byron Allen, and has released a hit Dry Bar Comedy special with more than 2 million views. His 2022 album, Jokes I Can Only Tell Here, has been viewed over 1.7 million times across YouTube platforms. With his signature calm delivery and sharp humor, John brings a mix of warmth and wit that connects effortlessly with audiences everywhere.
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If you are not able to attend the show but would like to contribute to Nederland’s recovery, please visit the Community Foundation Boulder County website to make a donation.

Havana Nights Thanksgiving Edition
2025-11-28 20:00 | Dairy Arts Center, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Get ready to spice up your Thanksgiving weekend with Havana Night at the Dairy Arts Center in Boulder! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and community in the beautiful lobby of the Dairy.
8-8:30pm Dance Class by Yolanda & Fernando
Kick off the night with an energetic and fun Salsa class led by the amazing Yolanda and Fernando — perfect for all levels!
Music by DJ Tito
Then stay on the dance floor as DJ Tito keeps the party going with the best Cuban salsa, timba, bachata, and more!

Mr. K | Nov 28
2025-11-28 20:30 - 22:30 | Boedecker Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Nov 28
Traveling magician Mr. K (Crispin Glover) is down on his luck. Business is slow, and the few gigs he’s picked up along the road have left him adrift. After spending the night in a remote hotel, he is alarmed when he discovers that he is unable to find the exit. As he explores the maze-like corridors, he hears strange noises and encounters a series of curious inhabitants who have formed their own factions within the walls of the hotel. Alone and afraid, he starts mapping out the corridors, desperately hoping to get to the bottom of the building’s layout before it is too late. Stuck more hopelessly than ever and about to give up, he makes a bizarre discovery that will change everything. Starring the ever-eccentric Crispin Glover, this Kafkaesque mystery offers a bold new take on falling down the rabbit hole. (Tallulah Hazekamp Schwab, 2025, Netherlands, 1:36, NR)

Listen To Your Mother Boulder Holiday Show
2025-11-29 19:00 - 20:30 | Gordon Gamm Theater, Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, 80302, United States
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Join us for the 2nd annual Listen To Your Mother Boulder Holiday show! LTYM is the show that gives motherhood a microphone—the good, the bad, and the ugly. Each live show features local storytellers and takes the audience on a well-crafted journey filled with humor, poignant moments, and lots of nods of recognition. The holiday show features stories about various seasonal holidays through the lens of motherhood. Bring your Thanksgiving guests and get out of the house, or sneak away with your girlfriends or partner for a much-needed night out before December arrives.
