Since the early 2000s, VIVA Theater has been enriching the local arts scene with award-winning plays that feature predominately senior casts. Founded by Sandy Hale, now 98 years of age, the Boulder-based, nonprofit theater group is still going strong with innovative productions that attract a wide-range of theater-goers eager to be entertained and inspired. While some VIVA participants have a background in showmanship, others are finding their voice for the first time—proving it’s never too late to embrace the dramatics and take a well-deserved bow. “Live theater is a powerful medium,” says Abigail Wright, VIVA’s artistic director. “If it’s done right, it holds a mirror up to an audience member’s inner life. And that simple act of reflection is somehow fulfilling.” Words by Kalene McCort (kalenemccort) Photos courtesy of VIVA Theater #theatre #boulderevents #boulderlife #bouldercolorado #theater