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The Valley’s live theater scene is more diverse and outré than you may think, with local troupes pushing the boundaries of performance well beyond the Broadway norm. Here’s a look at five local companies who challenge convention with bold subject matter and daring, hilarious stagecraft.

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Every week, we present a curated list of live music in a wide range of genres around the Valley. This week, we feature a lot of yacht rockers and stars on the mend.   August 11 Megan Moroney The “Wish I Didn’t” star shocked concertgoers when she ended a show in Denver early last month. The reason? It was apparent to everyone in the audience that Moroney was under the weather. However, she bounced back...