Dates & Times

The Denver Public Library recommends these library resources to enhance your theater experience of Letters of Suresh.

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Letters of Note, Volume 2: An Eclectic Collection of Correspondence Deserving of a Wider Audience, compiled by Shaun Usher
Letters reveal a lot about the writer and their relationship to their correspondent. The mere fact of placing thoughts on paper and sending them out into the world seems to lend itself to this unveiling. As in Rajiv Joseph’s beautiful epistolary play, this compilation of letters within this book reveals human connection rendered within place and time.

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Atomic Cover-Up, dir. Greg Mitchell (2021)
Does the U.S. regret using nuclear bombs on Nagasaki and Hiroshima? This haunting documentary reveals archival footage of the aftermath of Nagasaki and Hiroshima. The footage was confiscated by the U.S. government and classified. While the summer blockbuster Oppennheimer reignited the public’s interest in the atomic bomb, this film shows the bomb’s high toll of human suffering on civilians, many of them women and children.

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“The Temptation of Adam” by Josh Ritter
“Life During Wartime” by Talking Heads
“Two Minute Warning” by Depeche Mode
“The Letter” by The Box Tops
A selection of songs exploring nuclear war, letters, and love, this song compilation can be interpreted in several ways. “An art-pop rumination on the existential ticking time bomb of unchecked consumerism and advancing age” can also be viewed as the proverbial clock that all of us have counting down the minutes of our lives. Another, “how is a love story on the brink of world war different than at any other time?”, can be seen as a protest song or just a love song. Jetting off to see a romantic interest, consequences be damned, has an immediacy present both in the throes of love and in the throes of war.

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Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn
Ella Minnow Pea is an epistolary novel set in the fictional island of Nollop situated off the coast of South Carolina and home to the inventor of the pangram The Quick Brown Fox Jumps Over The Lazy Dog. Now deceased, the islanders have erected a monument to honor their hero, but one day a tile with the letter Z falls from the statue. The leaders interpret the falling tile as a message from beyond the grave and the letter is banned from use. They are still reeling from the shock, when another tile falls and then another. Ella Minnow Pea and her family race to find another phrase containing all the letters of the alphabet to save them from being unable to communicate. Eventually, the only letters remaining are LMNOP, when Ella finally discovers the phrase that will save their language.

What is the runtime of this show?
It is running at roughly 100 minutes.

Is there an intermission?
There is no intermission.

Are there any advisories I should know about?

Curious offers a public advisory about any stage effect of potential concern to patrons’ health, such as strobe lights, theatrical fog or smoking.

Please click here to view any voluntary applicable advisories regarding this show! However as sensitivities vary from person to person, if you have any other concerns about content or age appropriateness that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact the Box Office at 303.623.0524.

Can I bring my kids?
We require that audience members find alternative activities for children under 6 years of age. In addition, our material may not be appropriate for young people under 14 years of age. We will gladly discuss subject matter with parents or guardians before the performance in order to make an informed decision for you and your child. Before purchasing tickets, please email or call our Box Office at 303.623.0524.

Where can I park?

At this time, the parking lot across the street at the Zing Credit Union is still closed due to construction. The parking lot located directly south of the Curious building (mural side) is available for parking free of charge. However, spots are limited so please plan to arrive early to secure a spot and be sure you place a Curious Parking Pass in your dashboard so we know you’re with us!

If there are no spots available in our parking lot when you arrive, please try one of the following options:

• Street parking is free in our neighborhood after 6pm Monday – Saturday and all day Sunday
• Acoma Street Parking Garage located at 1120 Acoma Street
• Parking Pay Lot located at 1055 Lincoln Street
• NOTE for Parking Pay Lot located at 1056 Acoma Street
  • We advise you to NOT park in this lot, as the pay machine is often broken resulting in ticketing of cars during performances.

Note that the lot next to Curious is only available for the two hours before a performance and one hour following; Curious does not own the lot and the owners will tow vehicles left past midnight.

Is Curious wheelchair accessible?
Yes. However, due to the age of our building (1890s!), there are a few quirks to our accessibility. When buying tickets, know that Rows F & G are fully wheelchair accessible and all seats are removable. All seats on the orchestra level of the theatre are accessible to those with mobility concerns, however, the other rows of the orchestra do involve a small step up and the seats are fixed. The balcony of Curious is only accessible by stairs.

The front entry of Curious is stairs-only, so those with mobility concerns or in a wheelchair may enter the building through the double red doors on the south side of the building (where you will also find accessible parking spaces) beginning 30 minutes before the show. Please let the ushers or staff know that you have arrived so we may greet you if we miss you slipping in.

May I eat/drink in the theatre?
You bet! Our main bar, The Sanctuary, is on the balcony level and carries wine, beer, and bourbon in addition to treats, chips, coffee, water, and soft drinks. We also have a new auxiliary bar, The Confessional, located in the back right corner of our orchestra. All are permitted in your seats, although we ask that you unwrap any candy before the show begins.

Where do I pick up my tickets?
If you selected Print-at-Home, simply print out the PDF that was emailed to you or show that attachment on your phone to the ushers when you arrive, no need to see the box office. If you have selected Will Call for your tickets, please reach out to our Box Office as we no longer print-out tickets.

Can I change my tickets to another performance?
Usually, yes. If you know your dates have changed, do contact us as soon as possible to ensure comparable seats are available for your new date. Sometimes our shows do sell out and occasionally an entire run will sell out. So it is always best to call early with a change.

What if I arrive late?
Patrons who arrive late will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager, and may not be seated in their assigned seats until intermission. In the event that a performance runs without an intermission, latecomers will be seated in a location that will not disrupt the performers or other audience members. We reserve the right to deny admission to latecomers when a performance has been running for 15 minutes or more.

Will the show go on in a snowstorm?
Curious will make every possible attempt to continue with a scheduled performance in inclement weather. However, in the VERY RARE case that local authorities deem it unsafe, we will alert all patrons of the canceled performance and reschedule you following our return to normal operations. Should you feel personally unsafe driving in weather, you are encouraged to call the box office to move to a later performance if one is available.

Is it cold/hot in the theatre?
While we make every attempt to ensure our patrons and performers are comfortable in our space, Curious is in a church built in the 1890s; we have no A/C or central air (although we do have two swamp coolers and radiant heat). Temperature control can be a challenge in the extreme cold or extreme heat of Colorado. We encourage you to wear light layers to ensure your comfort.

Do you offer group discounts?
Yes! Call the box office to get a quote for the performance you would like to attend. Discounts vary by performance.

How can I become a volunteer?
Call or email the box office for information on joining our volunteer corps.

Can I get the program ahead of time?
Yes. About one week before the show opens, you can find our full program HERE!

In Media

• Letters of Suresh at Curious Theatre [Company] Weaves Tapestry of Longing and Connection

  by Toni Tresca, with Westword

  Rada and her ensemble cast, including Forouzandeh, Desiree Mee Jung, Anne Penner and Peter Trinh, meticulously crafted the production's rhythm, embracing the play's musicality and poetic language. "It's an incredibly compelling script for me," Rada shares. "There's really only one scene that has dialogue in it, and it's interesting how that works, because it's this surprise; it's delightful when you do have that break in the form...

• ‘Letters of Suresh’ reveals intimate stories that crave connection and forgiveness

  by Susan Harper, with OnStage Colorado

  At Curious Theatre [Company], Rajiv Joseph’s play is an elegant exploration of character... This play is a feast for your senses and emotions. It holds your rapt attention as it folds into a rare shape that is elegant and deep. I found the lack of character interaction and dialogue to not be lacking at all. I was given paragraphs of honest, heartfelt expression instead...