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An Empty Plate in the Café du Grand Boeuf

August 25, 2013

On one hot July night in 1961, the staff of the Café du Grand Boeuf awaits the imminent arrival of Victor, the Café’s owner and sole patron. But when Monsieur returns from the bullfights in Madrid, he brings with him news that sends his adoring staff into a race to save their jobs….and their master’s life. A “comic tragedy in seven courses” celebrating the joys of food, sex, bullfighting and the collected works of Ernest Hemingway.

“Boulder Ensemble Theatre’s “Empty Plate” is a thoroughly satisfying meal of a production.” – The Daily Camera

“BETC once again proves itself to be one of Boulder’s most talented and exciting theater companies.” – Boulder Weekly

“…this is an epic journey [John] Arp takes us on. And it’s a ride well worth taking…” – Denver Post

“Delightful and inventive performances all the way around.” – Colorado Drama

Directed by Rebecca Remaly and starring John Arp, Michael Bouchard, Bob Buckley, Josh Hartwell, Theresa Reid and Crystal Verdon Eisele

Producing Ensemble Director’s Comments: This play, from one of the most popular American playwrights, is a wonderful combination of love and laughter and is sure to send audiences to the door with a serious appetite!

Producing Partners: Goff and Goff, LLC

Season 5 was presented through the generous support of Sacha Millstone, Senior Vice President, Millstone Evans Group of Raymond James and Associates, Inc.

Current Season Sponsors

  • SCFD
  • The Schubert Foundation Inc.
  • Karolynn Lestrud
  • Noel and Terry Hefty
  • Peak Asset Management
  • Cheri Belz, Architect & Realtor
  • Colorado Creative Industries
  • Hazel's Beverage World
  • CU Boulder Office for Outreach and Engagement
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Recent Press Articles

  • BETC Kicks Off 2022-2023 Season With Eco-Thriller “The Children”
  • Industry Discount Email Sign-up
  • BETC partners with tiny home builders to bring free theatre to Colorado communities
  • Parent playwright development program accepting submissions
  • Boulder Magazine Review “Fourteen Funerals”

Upcoming Events

“Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson, Apt 2B” by Kate Hamill: Feb 2-25 2023 More

“Eden Prairie, 1971” by Mat Smart: April 6-29 2023 More

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Butterfly Effect Theatre of Colorado (BETC):
Formerly Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company


Named 2019 and 2017 Best Theatre for Adults (Denver Westword)

"Now in its 13th season, BETC has, in my experience, never put on a bad show. That’s not just incredible, it’s damn near impossible." (Boulder Weekly)

"Just put the dates for the rest of this season’s BETC shows on your calendar in advance so you won’t miss any of them. Do it!!" (Boulder Magazine)

"This is an excellent cast, working together as a sincere and talented ensemble, in a marvelous production...Now go get a ticket." (Theatre Colorado)
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