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Denver’s Children’s Theatre Presents Pete the Cat: The Musical
February 26-March 22, 2026, for School Groups and the Community
SCFD Free Day and Accessibility Performance will be held on March 1
DENVER, January 27, 2026 – The Mizel Arts and Culture Center’s Denver Children’s Theatre announces its upcoming performances of Pete the Cat: The Musical, from February 26 to March 22, 2026, for school groups and the public. Performances will take place in the Elaine Wolf Theatre at the Mizel Arts and Culture Center in Denver. Public performances will be held on Sundays at 10 a.m. through March 22. An SCFD Free Day and Accessibility Performance will take place on Sunday, March 1.
Based on the popular book series by Kimberley and James Dean, Pete the Cat: The Musical follows Pete – a jazzy, guitar-playing, skateboard-riding cat – who assists his second-grade pal, Jimmy, who is attempting to conquer a lack of inspiration in art class. Along the way, Jimmy learns that challenges are never meant to be faced alone. Strength, creativity, and friendship are the remedy.
Tailored especially for pre-K through third-grade audiences, Pete the Cat: The Musical is a lively, 45-minute production filled with singing and dancing. The show features professional local Denver actors and is directed by Matt Zambrano, who returns to Denver Children’s Theatre after directing Tomás and the Library Lady in 2023. School groups can enjoy the show and take a behind-the-scenes “tech tour,” where students will meet the actors and learn about the technical elements that bring a production to life.
“Theatre can open a child’s eyes to experiences they’ve never encountered before and foster a broader perspective,” said Tim Campbell, program director at the Mizel Arts and Culture Center. “Seeing themselves reflected in characters on stage can help children know they are not alone. Theatre invites them to turn inward, learn who they are, and feel seen in how they move through the world.”
The SCFD Free Day and Accessibility Performance on March 1 at 10 a.m. offers an opportunity for the community to enjoy the production at no cost. Attendees can expect low-lights, audio descriptions, a calming sensory room, and ASL interpreters to ensure an inclusive and welcoming experience for all audience members. Tickets are free but must be reserved in advance.
Since 1997, the award-winning Denver Children’s Theatre has produced quality theatre for young audiences, presenting fully mounted main stage productions featuring beautiful sets and costumes, and featuring adult professional actors from the Denver area. The cast for Pete the Cat: The Musical includes Bekah Lynn Broas, Brandon Guzman, Bussy Gower, Damon Guerrasio, Izzy Enriquez, Kyle Lawrence, and Melissa Morris.
Tickets for the public performances cost $15 for a single ticket or $12.50 per ticket for a family 4-pack (four tickets for $50.00). Tickets can be purchased at https://tickets.jccdenver.org/dct. On-site parking is free.
School groups should email the box office at [email protected] for ticket price information and to reserve seats for your school or class.
The Mizel Arts and Culture Center’s Elaine Wolf Theatre is located in the south-facing lot of the Staenberg – Loup Jewish Community Center at 350 S. Dahlia Street in Denver. To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit tickets.jccdenver.org/dct.
ABOUT MIZEL ARTS AND CULTURE CENTER
As one of the Rocky Mountain region’s premier arts organizations, the Mizel Arts and Culture Center at the JCC illuminates the human experience through creative and cultural programs in the performing, visual, cinematic, and literary arts for the Jewish community and the Denver community at large. The Mizel Arts and Culture Center is a Tier II member of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) and is guided by a mission that is focused specifically on arts and cultural programs. A variety of festivals and offerings occur throughout the year including Denver Jewish Film Festival, JAAMM Fest (Jewish Arts, Authors, Movies, and Music Festival), and Wolf Theatre Academy. The Mizel Arts and Culture Center is also home to the Denver Children’s Theatre, which provides students with the opportunity to experience live theatre. The Mizel Arts and Culture Center is located at 350 S. Dahlia Street, Suite 100, in Denver. For more information, please visit http://www.jccdenver.org/macc or call 303-316-6360.
ABOUT STAENBERG-LOUP JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
The Staenberg – Loup Jewish Community Center (JCC Denver) serves the metro-Denver area through educational, social, cultural, fitness, sports, and other programs that are rooted in Jewish tradition and values. The JCC Denver’s mission is to create a vibrant and inclusive family and social gathering place that is guided by these timeless Jewish values. The JCC Denver offers a wide range of programs and options for people of all ages and stages of life. The JCC Denver is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located at 350 S. Dahlia Street in Denver. For more information, please visit http://www.jccdenver.org, like us on Facebook and Instagram@jccdenver, or call (303) 399-2660.
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