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As the Colorado winter thaws, little sprouts of cosplay begin to take root in Denver. It's costume season once again.
Last night at Summit Music Hall, the sixth annual Nerd Prom swapped traditional tuxes and gowns for something with a little more power infused in the seams. We stopped by to see the spectacle.
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