Uh oh. Everyone’s favorite late-night comedy show is in trouble. Ratings at SNL have hit rock bottom. Who can make the show go viral again? Aspen Country Day School middle school students tackle the challenge of reviving the legendary program in COUNTRYDAY NIGHT LIVE, on stage at the Wheeler Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May … Continued
PROGRAM 1 Lakota Nation vs. United States chronicles the Lakota Indians’ quest to reclaim the Black Hills, sacred land that was stolen in violation of treaty agreements. A searing, timely portrait of resistance, the film explores the ways America has ignored its debt to Indigenous communities, and ponders what might be done today to repair the … Continued
PROGRAM TWO: Short Film Program includes the following films: The Road is an award-winning short film starring the Indigenous girls of Stardale Women's Group. It explores various themes pertaining to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls regarding the legacy and inter-generational impact of colonialism in Canada. These stories and experiences are shared through the … Continued
PROGRAM 3 includes the following films: Before the Sun. AITAMAAKO'TAMISSKAPI NATOSI. A thrilling portrait of a young Siksika woman and the deep bonds between her father and family in the golden plains of Blackfoot Territory as she prepares for one of the most dangerous horse races in the world…on bareback. A sport for the truly … Continued
Colorful regalia, pulsating drumming, and fancy footwork are part of the excitement of a Native American powwow. Feel the excitement and experience the artistry of Native Pride Production dancers as they perform flamboyant movements passed down by their ancestors through song and dance. This special Sunday matinee performance will follow the 5th Annual Shining Mountains … Continued
Aspen Film and the Wheeler are partnering to give back in December by presenting a screening of the modern holiday favorite THE POLAR EXPRESS. Admission to the film is free. In the spirit of the holidays, attendees are asked to bring either a food or a toy donation for admittance. Paradise Bakery will provide free … Continued
A captivating and intimate soirée awaits at the Wheeler this December. This holiday-themed dance performance will be approximately thirty minutes and performed on the main stage to a smaller audience for a truly cherished experience. Featuring the DanceAspen company in vibrant, festive costumes, patrons can enjoy post-show cocoa and cookies. The Wheeler lobby will be decorated … Continued
This holiday-themed show will be approximately thirty minutes and performed on the main stage. Featuring the DanceAspen company in vibrant, festive costumes, patrons can enjoy post-show cocoa and cookies. The Wheeler lobby will be decorated for the holidays, so you can also take a moment for photo opportunities with the dancers. Come join us for … Continued
Best known as the star and executive producer of the immensely popular series, The Carbonaro Effect on truTV, Michael Carbonaro has also made notable television appearances in well-loved shows like Happily Divorced, 30 Rock, Grey’s Anatomy, and CSI Miami. A performing magician since his youth, Carbonaro went on to study experimental theater at New York … Continued
"The power of hip-hop is in the stories we choose to tell. Our stories can either build us up or tear us down" - Shaun Boothe Award-winning hip-hop artist Shaun Boothe is a TEDx speaker and creator of the critically acclaimed musical project, “The Unauthorized Biography Series” which celebrates the world's greatest cultural icons through … Continued
Prepare to embark on a mind-bending journey as SNAP, a group of South Korean illusionists, takes the stage, playing with space, time, and the otherworldly to create a spectacle like no other. This family-friendly addition to our season program will boggle your mind with impressive powers of prestidigitation. Mixing dexterous sleight of hand, Chaplin-esque vaudevillian … Continued
+ERBA: A Forest in the City, a special Aspen edition commissioned by the Wheeler Opera House, is an interactive environmental piece that Compagnia TPO has adapted to our valley’s character, monuments, and ecosystem. Their pioneering, multi-disciplinary performances meld music, dance, art, sculpture, digital media, lighting, and sound into a one-of-kind, immersive experience. The interactive nature … Continued
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