What I Did for Love, The Life of Mead Metcalf
A celebration of the life of the legendary Mead Metcalf, founder and owner of the Crystal Palace Theatre Restaurant.


A celebration of the life of the legendary Mead Metcalf, founder and owner of the Crystal Palace Theatre Restaurant.
Step into a world where animation, performance, and environmental storytelling converge in a singular, dreamlike experience. Internationally acclaimed artist Miwa Matreyek brings her spellbinding shadow performances to the Wheeler Opera House for one night only. Blending cinematic animation with live performance, Matreyek’s silhouette becomes part of the projected world—moving through oceanscapes, cityscapes, and surreal dream … Continued
Celebrate Earth Day in Aspen with a community-wide gathering focused on environmental stewardship, climate action, and civic engagement. Join us for an afternoon Community Action Fair featuring local environmental organizations and local farms, win prizes from community partners, visit with local environmental organizations and explore fresh goods from local farmers. This will take place at … Continued
Celebrating 137 years since the Wheeler's opening day in 1889! The Flying Karamazov Brothers have been defying gravity and expectations for over fifty years with their signature blend of juggling, theater, and irreverent humor. Founded in 1973 by Howard Patterson and Paul Magid—college roommates at UC Santa Cruz—the troupe quickly grew to include Randy Nelson, … Continued
Join internationally acclaimed guitarist Luca Stricagnoli for an engaging, hands-on workshop exploring innovative approaches to acoustic guitar. Blending performance, technique, and creative exploration, Luca will guide participants through key elements of his signature style—from open tunings and percussive fingerstyle techniques to inventive arrangements and custom instrument concepts that have captivated millions worldwide. Designed for intermediate … Continued
With his music videos exceeding 100 million and bookings in every corner of the globe, Luca Stricagnoli is considered one of the most interesting acoustic guitarists in the world. Using up to five guitars in the same piece, modified capos, and self-conceived stratagems, Luca leaves audiences in awe. His latest invention, a custom Triple Neck … Continued
Singer‑songwriter Aggie Flores headlines an evening featuring original work rooted in her background across Buenos Aires, Aspen, and Charleston. Her music blends South American rhythm with indie and folk elements, shaped by her experience as both a vocalist and interdisciplinary artist. Her performances draw on themes of belonging, transformation, and personal narrative.
Western Colorado songwriter Rai Omri leads an evening of folk storytelling and subtle, layered soundscapes, joined by special guest Abigail Benning. A finalist in Kerrville Folk Festival’s Grassy Hill New Folk Competition and the NewSong Music Songwriting Competition, Omri shapes songs with field recordings, open tunings, and lyrics that animate the natural and spiritual worlds. … Continued
Emery Major is a Colorado‑born singer‑songwriter whose work blends 1970s folk influences with modern pop elements. His sound reflects his background between the Colorado Rockies, Brooklyn, and Nashville, shaped by performances at venues including Carnegie Hall, The Bluebird Café, Mercury Lounge, Birdland Jazz Club, and The Wheeler Opera House. Opening the evening is Hannah Koivu, … Continued
A Writ Large live storytelling evening featuring Rachelle Anslyn, Christa Wagner, Gwen Garcelon, Mellie Test, Nee Findley. Alya Howe is a movement‑based and storytelling‑focused artist whose work examines personal histories, interior landscapes, and the social and environmental pressures shaping individuals and communities. Her background includes work with the José Limón Dance Company, Kei Takei, Danceteller, Zakir … Continued
The Comedy Showcase features six comics from the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. David Uhlfelder, raised in Aspen, has performed at major clubs including The Comedy Store, The Laugh Factory, and The Improv, and has opened for Taylor Tomlinson and Trevor Wallace. Julie Gillespie brings big‑personality, story‑driven comedy shaped by her southern roots. Sarah Sanders … Continued
The Sopris Sisters—singer‑songwriters Harper Powell and Emma Kieran—bring a contemporary folk sound shaped by the music they grew up on, including Nanci Griffith, Shawn Colvin, Aoife O’Donovan, and Sarah Jarosz. Their harmony‑focused duo debuted in 2025 and has since performed at Steve’s Guitars, on KDNK, in the The Vault at the Wheeler through the Roaring … Continued

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