Title: Spotlight on Piper Lindsay Arpan: A Renaissance Woman of Colorado Theater in 2024
Piper Lindsay Arpan has quietly yet impressively made her mark in Colorado’s theater scene this past year. A multifaceted freelance artist, Arpan balances her career as an actor, director, teacher, and choreographer alongside her roles as a mother and business owner, running Cap City Tavern with her husband.
Her 2024 highlights showcase her versatility and dedication to the arts. Arpan directed and choreographed the vibrant production of “Legally Blonde” at Parker Arts, while also taking on lead roles in “The Prom” and “Jersey Boys” at Town Hall Arts Center, where she also served as dance captain. She embraced a campy persona in a Halloween performance of "The Rocky Horror Show" and capped off the year as choreographer and assistant director of “Gutenberg! The Musical!” at Denver Center Attractions.
Local director Steven J. Burge praised her ability to shine in both lead and ensemble roles, reflecting her deep respect for storytelling across all performance levels. “Piper knows how to draw your eye without pulling focus, which is a rare talent,” he noted.
The narrative of Arpan’s achievements is part of a broader celebration of Colorado’s theater community in 2024, which highlights the exceptional talents of local performers. Veteran actress Christy Brandt celebrated her 50th season, while others like Emma Messenger and Colton Pratt demonstrated the theater’s rich diversity and dynamism.
The True West Awards, celebrating unsung heroes and outstanding contributions, shine a light on many talents making waves behind the scenes and on stage. As the Colorado theater scene continues to thrive, Piper Lindsay Arpan stands out as a quintessential artist, bringing passion and creativity to every endeavor.