Dive into a rich tapestry of jazz history and vibrant contemporary expression with the Julia Keefe Indigenous Jazz Ensemble. This distinguished ensemble, composed of premier Native and Indigenous jazz musicians from various corners of North America, celebrates the legacy and ongoing contributions of Indigenous artists to jazz. The band’s repertoire spans influential yet underrated jazz … Continued
Mountainfilm on Tour llega a Aspen con una selección de películas documentales culturalmente enriquecedoras, llenas de aventura e inspiración, curadas del festival Mountainfilm que se celebra cada fin de semana del Día de los Caídos en Telluride, Colorado. El programa Cine de las Montañas explorará temas relacionados con la misión de Mountainfilm: utilizar el poder del cine, el arte … Continued
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.
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.
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.
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.
Join Garrison Keillor in Aspen for an evening of storytelling, poetry, and sing-alongs—celebrating aging, humor, and small-town charm.
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.
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.
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
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
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
