Ogden Theatre
Coverage of Ogden Theatre in the Nexus archive.
- Ogden Theatre canceled Kiros-Piker event due to ‘pressure and concern’
The Ogden Theatre canceled an event featuring congressional candidate Melat Kiros and livestreamer Hasan Piker due to 'pressure and concern' from the local community. Jewish groups accused Piker of antisemitism, while he claims to be a critic of Zionism and Israel’s government. The event was relocated to the Colorado State Capitol, but Piker and others withdrew over safety concerns. Kiros accused Rep. Diana DeGette of orchestrating venue cancellations, which DeGette’s team denied.
- Hasan Piker and Melat Kiros rally moved at last minute after Ogden cancellation
A rally featuring Hasan Piker and Melat Kiros was moved to the Colorado State Capitol after the Ogden Theatre canceled at the last minute. Kiros accused venue organizers of being pressured by Rep. Diana DeGette's donor class, which DeGette's campaign denied. State Sen. Julie Gonzales also withdrew from the event, citing safety concerns and tensions over Piker's presence.