Wheeler Presents Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

An airplane hanger, a church, a bar, a warehouse, a dining hall, a movie theater, a home, a library, a boutique, a barn...for the past two years The Streetcar Project has toured Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece, A Streetcar Named Desire, to unconventional spaces around the country — and it comes, for the first time, to Aspen.There is a …

Wheeler Presents Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

An airplane hanger, a church, a bar, a warehouse, a dining hall, a movie theater, a home, a library, a boutique, a barn...for the past two years The Streetcar Project has toured Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece, A Streetcar Named Desire, to unconventional spaces around the country — and it comes, for the first time, to Aspen.There is a …

Wheeler Presents Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

An airplane hanger, a church, a bar, a warehouse, a dining hall, a movie theater, a home, a library, a boutique, a barn...for the past two years The Streetcar Project has toured Tennessee Williams’ masterpiece, A Streetcar Named Desire, to unconventional spaces around the country — and it comes, for the first time, to Aspen.There is a …

AIR 2025: André 3000, New Blue Sun

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

André 3000 brings to AIR a live performance of his Grammy-nominated album New Blue Sun. Joined on the Wheeler Opera House stage by multi-instrumentalists Carlos Niño and Nate Mercereau, keyboardist Surya Botofasina, and percussionist Deantoni Parks, André 3000 performs a myriad of flutes from around the world in a set featuring both acoustic and electronic …

Wheeler Presents Bandits on the Run

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

Brooklyn-based trio Bandits on the Run brings their signature blend of indie-folk, theatrical storytelling, and soaring harmonies to the Wheeler. Featuring Adrian Blake Enscoe, Sydney Shepherd, and Regina Strayhorn, the group combines cello, guitar, accordion, and inventive percussion with rich three-part harmonies and rotating lead vocals.Rising from a serendipitous subway busking session to national attention, …

Wheeler Presents DanceAspen Shifting Forms

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

Experience the power and artistry of contemporary dance at the historic Wheeler Opera House. Shifting Forms features a world premiere by acclaimed choreographer Garrett Smith, the poignant Mother Tongue by Ihsan Rustem, and the return of audience favorite Ever After by Yin Yue. Don’t miss this unforgettable summer evening of bold, evocative performance.

Education & Outreach: Mark Kudish – Mark Twain Shouldn’t Say Such Things, Student Matinee

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

Mark Twain Shouldn’t Say Such Things is a live, solo show starring Marc Kudisch, directed by Dick Scanlan, and written by Kudisch and Scanlan. It dramatizes a moment in Mark Twain’s life when he reconciled the depth of his own convictions about race with his wily knack for provoking while avoiding controversy.In 1885, Mark Twain …

Education & Outreach: Mireya Mayor – King Kong in My Pocket, Changemaker Speaker Series, Student

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

A former NFL cheerleader and daughter of Cuban immigrants, Dr. Mireya Mayor followed her unlikely dreams to explore the world in the name of science. In short order, she became a respected primatologist, audacious explorer, National Science Foundation Fellow, Fulbright Scholar, and an Emmy Award-nominated wildlife correspondent for National Geographic Channel. This mother of six …

Wheeler Presents Changemaker Series Mireya Mayor Pink Boots & a Machete

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

Join world-renowned scientist and National Geographic explorer Mireya Mayor on a wild and inspiring romp through her unconventional path to success. From her early days as an NFL cheerleader to near-death experiences in the Congo and co-discovering the world’s smallest primate in Madagascar, Mireya shares her incredible journey with us. Mireya hosts a wide variety …

Frontiers of Knowledge

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

Join us for a game-changing day as world-renowned speakers unfold a new story of the universe and reality that deepens our sense of belonging through discoveries in cosmology, quantum physics, neuroscience, the origin of life and consciousness.Learn more at: aspenpublicradio.org.

Education & Outreach: David Gonzalez – Cuentos: Tales from the Latinx World, Student Matinee

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

Cuentos paints a vivid picture of the people and rich cultures of the Spanish-speaking world with colorful tales from the Caribbean, South America, and the Bronx! From the silly antics of the Puerto Rican anti-hero “Juan Bobo” to the mysterious dealings and powers of the Orishas in a suite of Afro-Cuban stories, these tales are …

LAYLA and Other Assorted Eric Clapton Songs – Musical Showcase

Wheeler Opera House 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611

LAYLA and Other Assorted Eric Clapton Songs pays tribute to the life and legacy of Eric Clapton, one of the most iconic and influential musicians of our time. The show combines heartfelt spoken stories, immersive multimedia elements, and captivating live performances to create an unforgettable experience for fans of Clapton and classic rock alike.Through a …