CO-PRODUCTION
PROGRAM
Experience the Newsest Creative Collaborations
The Dairy Arts Center’s Co-Production Program is designed to support bold, original, and collaborative productions by expanding access and reducing financial barriers to emerging and innovative artists. As Boulder’s premier multidisciplinary arts center, the Dairy invites local, regional, and national artists and organizations to co-produce performances in theater, dance, music, film, and more—offering free venue rental, a production stipend of up to $5,000, and an equitable revenue-sharing model. We are thrilled to amplify the work of these groups and bring creative ideas to life in a collaborative and supportive environment.
The Dairy’s Co-Production program is generously funded in part by the Women’s Giving Circle of the Dairy Arts Center.
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Freshmode Fest 5 | Aug. 8 & 9
Featured Freshmode Fest 5 | Aug. 8 & 9Dairy Arts Center Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, United StatesTICKETS FRESHMODE FEST 5 is a multi-generational, multicultural arts and wellness festival celebrating the rich expressive art forms of Hip Hop and how that intersects naturally with health, wellness, and the mindful stewardship of nature. Blending live music, intergenerational dance battles, dance workshops, mural art, healing arts, local food, film screenings, panel discussions and community […]
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The Last Call Comedy Show (Sober)
FeaturedGordon Gamm Theater Walnut Street, Boulder, CO, United StatesTICKETS Most comedy shows encourage drinking. This one is what happens after people stop. Join us for The Last Call Comedy Show, a night of hilarious stand-up featuring some of Colorado’s funniest sober comedians. This is a sober comedy event, proving you don’t need alcohol or drugs to have a great night out. Whether you’re […]
$11.50
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BERTHA: A Story of Jane Eyre — Olivia Buntaine
December 2026 | Carsen Theater
A devised theatre work that interrogates racial disparities within feminism through the often-sidelined character of Bertha, inviting audiences into a powerful reckoning and call to action.
25 Cents — ImaginASL Performing Arts
April 2027 (ASL Awareness Month) | Carsen Theater
A Deaf-led, one-hour play by Aaron Kelstone staged with ASL as the primary performance language and captions for hearing access—flipping traditional accessibility models and centering Deaf artistry.
Wild Stories: Native Western Ecosystems Retold — Mitch Korolev, Emma Hedrick, and Christopher Pace
May 2027 | Carsen Theater
An hour-long audiovisual performance blending original jazz compositions with photography/videography and environmental storytelling—plus a post-show Q&A focused on conservation and action.
Worlds Built to Gather — Pamela Donohoo
June 2027 | Gordon Gamm Theater
A high-level contemporary circus production that turns the act of rebuilding into breathtaking acrobatic storytelling—centering resilience, unity, and ecological imagination.
Program Overview & Application
The Dairy Arts Center’s Co-Production Program is designed to support bold, original, and collaborative productions by expanding access and reducing financial barriers to emerging and innovative artists. As Boulder’s premier multidisciplinary arts center, the Dairy invites local, regional, and national artists and organizations to co-produce performances in theater, dance, music, film, and more—offering free venue rental, a production stipend of up to $5,000, and an equitable revenue-sharing model. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking to connect with new audiences and bring creative ideas to life in a collaborative and supportive environment. Whether you’re an established presenter or emerging artist, we encourage you to apply and be part of a program that champions creative risk and cultural inclusion.
Application
Applications for Events July 1, 2027 – June 30, 2028 will open July 1, 2026
Not sure if this is the right opportunity for you? We want to hear from you!
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they meet every single qualification. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic program. If you’re excited about this opportunity but your proposal doesn’t align perfectly with the application, apply anyway or reach out to us to discuss your concerns. This also applies to emerging artists and small organizations. Our questions are meant to help our committee better understand the context of your proposal and the scope of programming you or your organization provide year round. If you have not or do not plan to produce work outside of this opportunity, you can still apply!
For questions on this program including eligibility, deadlines & availability, review process and implementation, please contact Shay Wescott, Development Manager at swescott@thedairy.org