Palm Arts

Palm Arts is committed to bringing to Telluride only the finest national touring companies tours that are generally only staged in major metropolitan areas due to costly artists fees. Palm Arts is committed to ensuring that the arts are accessible to as many people in the community as possible, through ticket prices that average approximately $30,... and complimentary tickets available through our scholarship program. Michael D. Palm was a gifted scholar and accomplished musician; a successful businessperson and dear friend to all who knew him. An openly gay man in the top ranks of the corporate world, Michael was a leader in the fight for equal rights for gay Americans. A leading philanthropist, his legacy is keenly felt in other areas as well including his passion for music and the performing arts and the battle against AIDS. Michael died of complications from AIDS in his home in Telluride on Sunshine Mesa in August, 1998. It is our hope that all who attend performances at The Michael D. Palm Theatre for the Performing Arts will reflect on Michaels values and his belief that through service, each of us is able to make a difference in our individual communities and the world beyond. The Live at the Palm Series brings national touring productions of artistically and culturally diverse programming to the region, generally suitable for all ages. The PalmKidz Series focuses on exceptional entertainment for local and visiting children, with an exceptional $5 ticket!. The Palms Artists in Schools Program brings select artists into the school for workshops, cultural presentations, and demonstrations as part of the school curriculum. The Palm Theatre is proud to present the Metropolitan Opera and Londons National Theatre's high definition transmissions of select performances. To make the arts more inclusive, the Palm developed two scholarship programs providing Live at the Palm Series tickets to underserved students and families. The first program is administered through the school, and the second is in partnership ...Read More