Enjoy a guided tour inside the center of Aspen’s arts and cultural scene since it was built in 1889. This free tour led by the Aspen Historical Society and in partnership with the City of Aspen’s Wheeler Opera House offers an insider’s look at the iconic building, including its recent renovations and storied past. Meet … Continued
Steep Canyon Rangers Hailing from the heart of North Carolina’s Appalachian and Piedmont regions, Steep Canyon Rangers have set a gold standard in traditional bluegrass, all while evolving the genre with modern, accessible influences. Over their esteemed career, the band has earned a reputation as trailblazers in Americana music, with 14 studio albums and three … Continued
With over two decades of experience, Tom Papa stands out as one of the nation’s most beloved comedic voices. Known for his relatable humor and keen observations, Tom has had six highly acclaimed stand-up specials, including his latest Netflix hit “Home Free”. In this special, filmed at the iconic Warner Theatre in Washington, D.C., he … Continued
Angela is trapped in her basement, waiting out an approaching tornado. Though a self-proclaimed unreliable narrator, she begins to reflect on a lifetime of trauma, illuminating the truth behind her endangerment. Based on Hamlet’s famous “To be or not to be” soliloquy, NATURAL SHOCKS is a damning condemnation of violence, abuse, and firearms in America. … Continued
Critics, fans, and fellow comedians agree: Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country. Vanity Fair calls him, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly dubs him, “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” With a career spanning over 30 years, Brian’s theater tour visits nearly 100 cities annually, filling North America's most … Continued
Award-winning photographer Brian Skerry has explored Earth’s oceans for four decades, working on every continent and in nearly every underwater ecosystem. In Ocean Soul, Brian weaves together the visual stories he has created as an award-winning photojournalist and film producer, resulting in a portrait of the ocean’s beauty and mystery; a place in trouble, but … Continued
Kick off the Wintersköl™ weekend with the opening night of Aspen Historical Society’s winter retro film series! Featuring a wide range of vintage films from the Aspen Historical Society Collection, the series will open with a Wintersköl™ twist to bring retro skiing and Aspen’s hot doggin’ past to life on the big screen! Afterward, make … Continued
Consensual Improv returns to the Wheeler with a very special Halloween Spooktacular! Consensual Improv formed in 2016 and has been winging it ever since. Composed of comedians and actors living in Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley, their shows are an interactive and hilarious journey with the audience at the helm. The group has been a regular … Continued
Join us for a Town Hall Meeting on the 2024 Aspen-Pitkin County Airport ballot referendums, taking place Friday, October 4, from 6-7:30pm at the Wheeler Opera House. Co-produced by Aspen Public Radio and the Aspen Daily News, editorial staff will tightly moderate a conversation with representatives from the Airport Advisory Board; Our Airport, Our Vote; … Continued
The Aspen Opera Theatre and VocalARTS program presents a fully-staged performance of Mozart’s comic masterpiece in the charming and intimate Wheeler Opera House, directed by Sara Erde and conducted by Matthew Aucoin. With a plot as relevant today as it was in the 18th century, the lascivious Count uses his status to take advantage of … Continued
Aspen Opera Theater and VocalARTS faculty coach the program's major emerging talents in arias and scenes. Enjoy excerpts from the repertoire, ravishing voices, and insightful coaching.
The Aspen Opera Theatre and VocalARTS program presents a fully-staged performance of Mozart’s comic masterpiece in the charming and intimate Wheeler Opera House, directed by Sara Erde and conducted by Matthew Aucoin. With a plot as relevant today as it was in the 18th century, the lascivious Count uses his status to take advantage of … Continued
