When the world gets knocked down, we get up and fight back. A global televised and streamed special One World: Together At Home will be on Saturday, April 18 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. MDT (still to be confirmed). The historic broadcast will be hosted by Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and Stephen Colbert and air on CBS, NBC and ABC. Also, friends from Sesame Street will be on hand to help unify and inspire people around the world to take meaningful actions that increase support for the Global COVID-19 Response. [Read more…] about ‘One World Together At Home’ To Feature Lady Gaga And Almost Every Other Music Superstar You Can Imagine
Entertainment
HBO Makes 500+ Hours Of Shows Available For Free To Viewers
HBO has announced it will make 500 hours of programming free to stream over HBO NOW and HBO GO without a subscription, starting Friday, April 3. Audiences can stream award-winning shows from the HBO vault including The Sopranos, The Wire, Veep and Barry. Movies include Arthur, The LEGO Movie 2, Crazy, Stupid, Love and docuseries including McMillion$ and Jane Fonda in Five Acts. [Read more…] about HBO Makes 500+ Hours Of Shows Available For Free To Viewers
Back By Popular Request! Steve Hartman Offers Interactive ‘Kindness 101’ Class
The people have spoken. Due to overwhelming demand, this is back. One of my favorite TV segments is CBS’ Steve Hartman’s “On The Road” series. Typically broadcast every Friday, correspondent Hartman travels across the country to bring us stories of friendship, hope, love and genuine acts of kindness in communities small and large. Now he wants to help families with kids who would rather be in school than stuck with their new teacher “Miss Mom” or “Mr. Dad”. [Read more…] about Back By Popular Request! Steve Hartman Offers Interactive ‘Kindness 101’ Class
Updated Daily! Virtual Events Calendar: Concerts, Live Shows, Workshops & More
It’s no secret staying at home is necessary right now, so many theater performances, concerts and other events have been canceled. Our calendar (and free events lists) here at Mile High on the Cheap are sort of like ghost towns. We’ve put up “cancelled” signs on many events, but even the ones that aren’t marked as cancelled most likely have been cancelled. That live events calendar will be ready to go when we get past this. [Read more…] about Updated Daily! Virtual Events Calendar: Concerts, Live Shows, Workshops & More
See Your Name in Lights! Paramount Theatre Sponsors Coloring Contest
Have you ever wanted to see your name in lights? Well, here’s your chance, thanks to Denver’s Paramount Theatre. Just get your creativity and crayons ready for its coloring page contest. Enter for a chance to have your name on Paramount Theatre’s marquee and get a personal tour of the downtown theatre. (Can you imagine the selfie? So many jealous followers!) [Read more…] about See Your Name in Lights! Paramount Theatre Sponsors Coloring Contest
Buy-One-Get-One Free Digital Comic Book at Marvel Entertainment
Bang! Pow! Save! As we know, not all heroes wear capes. (Thank you, first responders, front-line responders and service employees!) However, if you’re in need of a little fun and fantasy, there’s no better choice than the world of superheroes with all of their powers. The much-loved characters may not be on the big screen right now, but you still can find all the colorful action in the pages of a comic book. [Read more…] about Buy-One-Get-One Free Digital Comic Book at Marvel Entertainment
Triller ‘Co-Trilla Quarantine Sessions’ – A 3-Day Festival With 100+ All-Star Music Artists
Triller, the AI-powered music video “social streaming” platform will present “Co-Trilla Quarantine Sessions,” an epic three-day music festival Friday to Sunday, April 10-12. The curated festival content will stream on Triller’s YouTube channel. Jay Pharoah, noted actor, stand-up comedian, impressionist, rapper, and voice actor, will host the event in collaboration with Emmy nominated writer and creator Chris Case. [Read more…] about Triller ‘Co-Trilla Quarantine Sessions’ – A 3-Day Festival With 100+ All-Star Music Artists
Watch Free Virtual Opening Night Of ‘Pride & Prejudice’ The Musical
As first reported by Variety, theater fans can still enjoy new productions through the “Streaming Musicals” online platform right from their homes. The website normally charges $4.99 to “rent” a video or $19.99 to buy. However, on Friday, April 10, Streaming Musicals will throw a FREE “virtual opening night” with the debut of Tony award nominee Paul Gordon’s musical adaptation of “Pride and Prejudice.” Beth Leavel and SiriusXM’s Julie James will host the event which will include interviews the team members during intermission. [Read more…] about Watch Free Virtual Opening Night Of ‘Pride & Prejudice’ The Musical
Attention Wizards Everywhere! Harry Potter & Hogwarts Can Come Into Your Home
A big Gryffindor cheer for J.K. Rowling who along with a number of notable companies has launched Harry Potter At Home to help children, parents, carers and teachers add a touch of magic to our new daily lives. For more than 20 years, Hogwarts has been an escape for all — for readers and fans, young and old. Now everyone is welcomed back to Hogwarts, where you will find a friendly retreat for you, your family and those you are caring for. [Read more…] about Attention Wizards Everywhere! Harry Potter & Hogwarts Can Come Into Your Home
PBS Opens Up Its ‘Great Performances’ Vault – See Broadway Shows & Concerts
Theater fans in the US can now enjoy a wide selection of FREE musicals and plays as PBS unlocks past episodes of ‘Great Performances’ and ‘Live from Lincoln Center’ for unlimited streaming. PBS plans to add more selections throughout the month of April. The productions will remain free until May 27. [Read more…] about PBS Opens Up Its ‘Great Performances’ Vault – See Broadway Shows & Concerts
Just Added: CBS All Access! How To Stream Some Movie & TV Services For Free
We’ve found some info on how to stream some of the paid movie and TV platforms for free. These aren’t hacks. Instead, some of the popular TV networks and digital movie platforms are offering month-long free trials. So you can sign-up, binge-watch and then cancel before any monies are due, though the service hopes you’ll love them so much, you’ll continue your subscription. Here are some options. [Read more…] about Just Added: CBS All Access! How To Stream Some Movie & TV Services For Free
Denver Zoo ‘Virtual Safari’ Lets You Visit Every Day For Free
Denver Zoo may not be open to guests, but its animal care team is still busy at work caring for its nearly 3,000 animals. And now the Zoo has a way for animal lovers of all ages to stay connected and virtually visit the popular attraction. Zoo to You: Virtual Safari will be updated daily with new animal videos, wildlife-themed activities and other ideas that individuals and families can do at home. [Read more…] about Denver Zoo ‘Virtual Safari’ Lets You Visit Every Day For Free
Austin City Limits Opens Its Video Library For Free Streaming
Austin City Limits has offered viewers a front-row seat to the best in performance for an incredible four-and-a-half decades from the Live Music Capital of the World, Austin, Texas. Now Austin City Limits (ACL) is opening its archives as a gift to music fans during the current live music moratorium. The long-running television series is making fan-favorite episodes from the recently broadcast Season 45 available for streaming, in addition to the entire slate of programs from the previous two seasons of the acclaimed concert showcase. [Read more…] about Austin City Limits Opens Its Video Library For Free Streaming
Sie FilmCenter’s Open For Business…Online — Just $12
For more than 40 years, Denver Film has focused on building a rich community through the art of film. During this temporary closure of its home at the Sie FilmCenter, the organization has partnered with distributors to bring you the theatrical releases set to open at the theater, right to your home. Even better, part of the proceeds benefit Denver Film. [Read more…] about Sie FilmCenter’s Open For Business…Online — Just $12
Throw a Netflix Party With Friends & Family
First, we must remind you — you should not be having any parties or gatherings of any kind, right now. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t hang out with friends and enjoy the latest must-watch movie, show or series on Netflix. And there’s lots from which to choose. Thanks to technology, you can all still watch the same show at the same time — just online. [Read more…] about Throw a Netflix Party With Friends & Family
