Since 1889, the Wheeler Opera House has been Aspen’s favorite year-round performance venue and has become the Roaring Fork Valley’s premiere site for concerts, films, festivals, lectures, community events, and more. The Wheeler takes extraordinary pride in being a part of Aspen’s history as a gathering place and space for artistic expression in our community. Our vision is to set the stage for connections that create memories for our audiences, artists, and greater Aspen community. The Wheeler Opera House is a department of the City of Aspen, and programming is made possible through the support of the City of Aspen Real Estate Transfer Tax.
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Experience the internationally acclaimed contemporary circus production Humans 2.0 by Circa, live at the Wheeler Opera House on Wednesday, October 22 at 6:30 PM. Created by Artistic Director Yaron Lifschitz, this powerful performance blends acrobatics, music, and light in a poetic exploration of human connection and resilience. Praised worldwide for its raw physicality and striking visual storytelling, Humans 2.0 is a must-see theatrical event.
The Vault at the Wheeler
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Native Voices, Big Laughs: A Night of Indigenous Comedy
Join us at the Wheeler Opera House on October 24 for an unforgettable evening of laughter and storytelling featuring Jim Ruel, Ernest Tsosie III, and Monique Moreau—three acclaimed performers from the Legends of Native American Comedy. This one-night-only showcase celebrates Indigenous identity and humor through bold, fresh perspectives that are as thought-provoking as they are hilarious.
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Experience a special preview of 11 to Midnight, a genre-defying dance theater production from Hideaway Circus and viral choreographers Cost n’ Mayor. This work-in-progress showing at the Wheeler Opera House offers Aspen audiences a rare opportunity to witness the evolution of a groundbreaking performance blending dance, circus, and digital storytelling—before its off-Broadway debut in New York City.
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Join Doktor Kaboom for “Under Pressure!” — a high-energy blend of science, comedy, and life lessons. This interactive show explores the physics of pressure while delivering empowering messages about mental and emotional resilience. Perfect for families and students, it’s a fun and educational experience that inspires laughter and learning.
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Experience Iris DeMent live in Aspen as she performs songs from her powerful new album Workin’ On A World. With a voice praised by John Prine and a career spanning three decades, DeMent blends gospel, country, and activism into a moving musical journey.
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Paula Poundstone performs live in Aspen on November 29, 2025. Known for her legendary wit and smart observational humor, Paula is a regular on NPR’s Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me, hosts the podcast Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, and has starred in HBO specials and feature films.
The Vault at the Wheeler
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Jacob Jolliff is one of the world’s premier contemporary mandolinists. In 2011, he graduated from Berklee College of Music, having studied there on a full scholarship. The following year, in 2012, he won the USA’s National Mandolin Championship in Winfield, KS. A fixture of the bluegrass scene, he has performed and collaborated with Béla Fleck, … Continued
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
In Colorado in 2016, pianist Erik Deutsch ( Black Crowes) and banjoist Andy Thorn (Leftover Salmon) met for the first time, when Erik showed up for his first Leftover Salmon gig at the Stanley Hotel. It didn’t take long for the like-minded musicians to click. Over the next four years, Leftover Salmon’s stage-left lit up … Continued
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Kick off the Wintersköl™ weekend and see Aspen’s hot doggin’ past come to life on the big screen with a special double feature at the Wheeler Opera House, featuring retro films from Aspen Historical Society followed by a screening of the iconic 90’s hit Aspen Extreme. The cult-favorite ski film, which tells the well-known and … Continued
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
Kick off the Wintersköl™ weekend and see Aspen’s hot doggin’ past come to life on the big screen with a special double feature at the Wheeler Opera House, featuring retro films from Aspen Historical Society followed by a screening of the iconic 90’s hit Aspen Extreme. The cult-favorite ski film, which tells the well-known and … Continued
Wheeler Opera House
320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO, United States
We’re excited to bring Visual Opera back to the Wheeler for its second year in celebration of Wintersköl. On December 12 from 5:30 to 9:30pm, the exterior of Wheeler Opera House will transform into a canvas of light with BOTH/AND, a new work conceived by LUCIA. This one-night-only visual experience explores the contradictions of mountain life, where beauty … Continued
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