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Jan. 27, 2025: Preservationist Dana Crawford; ‘The Reservoir’ takes on tough subjects with comedy

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Black and white photo of a young Dana Crawford in 1966 in Denver
Photo courtesy of Denver Public Library, Rocky Mountain News Archives
Dana Crawford in 1966, as Larimer Square begins to take shape.

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She loved old buildings. And fought to save them from the wrecking ball. Today, we remember Colorado developer and preservationist Dana Crawford who's died at age 93. Then, playwright, and recovering alcoholic, Jake Brasch, takes us inside his mind with his new play, "The Reservoir" at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.