Merely Players-Durango

Merely Players-Durango Quality Theatre, celebrating imagination and the creative spirit, in Durango, Colorado
We perform at Merely Underground 789 Tech Center Drive in Durango

*Merely Players is a locally acclaimed non-profit theatre company.

*Merely Players was founded by Mona Wood-Patterson and Charles Ford in 1995. Formerly the theatre directors at Durango High School, where they built a program that garnered local, statewide, and national recognition, Mona and Charles look forward to proceeding with their Merely Players vision:

*To enrich the cultural life of our

community by consistently providing quality theatre in this region; broadening the range of theatrical experiences available to local theatergoers through relevant, exciting productions in a variety of venues

*To offer dynamic educational and outreach programs to area youth and to foster collaborations with other local artists and groups

*To nurture community and homegrown artists, as we celebrate imagination and creativity in every aspect of our productions.

When we have five shows in a season, we're always working on several at once. Our first directors' meeting for DIVERSION...
08/27/2026

When we have five shows in a season, we're always working on several at once. Our first directors' meeting for DIVERSION between Director Georgi Silverman, Artistic Director Mona Wood- Patterson, and Tech Director Charles Ford (who took this photo) was a beautiful brainstorm. This compelling new drama comes your way in February.

Our tech leaders keep our ducks in a row, and we couldn't do it without them. They meet, plan, communicate, guide, reco...
08/26/2026

Our tech leaders keep our ducks in a row, and we couldn't do it without them. They meet, plan, communicate, guide, record, and fix. Deborah Heath is stage managing THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, and Samantha Duncan and Charles Ford are sharing Tech Director duties. That's a lot of brains in one room!

Thank you, Dolly, for all the joy you brought to our lives. We are ever grateful to have lived in the same time as you. ...
08/25/2026

Thank you, Dolly, for all the joy you brought to our lives. We are ever grateful to have lived in the same time as you. Your generosity and authentic presence is an abundant legacy that will always resonate in the hearts of many. Rest in peace. ❤️

We took some time a couple of weeks ago to do our readthrough of Arthur Miller's stunning play, THE PRICE. Although we d...
08/25/2026

We took some time a couple of weeks ago to do our readthrough of Arthur Miller's stunning play, THE PRICE. Although we don't start rehearsals until November, we're already excited to unfold this profound play.

08/24/2026

Here's a great article about our next Studio Series Production, where we feature Artists of Aging once again in a brand new show, "New and Used."

These artists of the spoken word are funny, moving, truthful story tellers and poets.

Tickets are Pay What You Wish. No reservations needed. Just show up on Sept. 4 or 5 at 7 pm or on Sept. 6 at 2 pm.

https://artsperspectivemag.com/new-used-a-little-older-a-little-wiser-and-plenty-to-say/.

There are some things we understand only after we’ve lived a while—and others that we perhaps understood much better when we were young.

And so it begins...EARNEST.
08/20/2026

And so it begins...
EARNEST.

A little laughter goes a long way! In Matt Bodo’s Comedic Acting class earlier this month, actors explored the fine art ...
08/19/2026

A little laughter goes a long way! In Matt Bodo’s Comedic Acting class earlier this month, actors explored the fine art of making people laugh. Thanks to Matt and to everyone who joined in and came ready to play.

Summer has been filled with meetings galore as we imagine our upcoming season. We spent hours talking with each director...
08/18/2026

Summer has been filled with meetings galore as we imagine our upcoming season. We spent hours talking with each director and how we can best support their vision. With Mary-Catherine McAlvany at the helm, COME FROM AWAY promises to be both beautiful and profound. We can’t wait to bring it to our stage this spring!

Last week, we celebrated our theatre making and our friendships with our annual Company Picnic, just before we kick off ...
08/17/2026

Last week, we celebrated our theatre making and our friendships with our annual Company Picnic, just before we kick off our incredible season. We Merely love our team!

08/14/2026

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789 Tech Center Drive
Durango, CO
81301

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+19707498585

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