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.

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.

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 …

Wheeler Presents Pure Prairie League

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

With over 50 years of groundbreaking music behind them, Pure Prairie League remains a vital force in country-rock. From their roots in 1960s Ohio to their current lineup—featuring drummer Scott Thompson, bassist Jared Camic, keyboardist Randy Harper, guitarist/vocalist Jeff Zona, and pedal steel/saxophonist John Heinrich—the band continues to deliver high-energy performances and timeless sound. Their …

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.

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 …

Roaring Fork Sessions Presents An Evening with Lindsay Lou

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

Roaring Fork SessionsAn Evening with Lindsay LouGuided by life experiences, Lindsay Lou's sound and songwriting continues to evolve and intertwine her sturdy Bluegrass roots with progressive Americana and Folk.” – PBS “I saw a literal manifestation of the sacred feminine and had this profound sense that I was meant to embody it,” recalls celebrated singer-songwriter …

Aspen Literary Festival – Michael Lewis: The Secret Life of Bureaucrats

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

One of nonfiction’s sharpest storytellers turns his eye to the behind-the-scenes operators of democracy—the fixers, wonks, and data nerds who actually make the country run. A fast, funny, and revealing look at the unglamorous – and occasionally heroic – people holding everything together. Moderated by: Alisyn Camerota

Aspen Literary Festival – Bardugo, LaValle & Schwab: Power, Imagination, & Fantasy

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

Six dangerous outcasts trying to pull off an impossible heist, a woman with a mysterious past in 1915 Montana, and vampires bound by blood and vengeance across centuries and continents— three titans of fantasy fiction explore how they build immersive worlds and craft complex moral systems, and why their stories resonate so fiercely with readers …

Aspen Literary Festival – Jasmine Guillory & Elin Hilderbrand: Love, Ambition & A Good Martini

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

Whether their characters are navigating breakups, making power plays, starting over, or falling hard, these two masters of modern fiction write women who are unapologetic about wanting more. Come for the laughs, stay for the honesty, and raise a glass to fiction that doesn’t hold back. Moderated by: Alisyn Camerota

Aspen Literary Festival – Chris Pavone & Brendan Slocumb: Plot Twists & Pacing

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

A high-octane conversation between two leading voices in the modern thriller—one set in the rarefied world of classical music, the other unfolding across Manhattan’s most elite addresses. From secret motives to social fault lines, this is a sharp, suspenseful look at how power and privilege shape the stories we can’t put down. Moderated by: Gilbert …

Aspen Literary Festival – Nathan Hill & Kevin Kwan: Satire, Status, and the Stories Beneath

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

Two of fiction’s most entertaining social critics take on the absurdities of modern life - from high society in Singapore to wellness culture in America, this conversation dives into how we perform identity, chase status, and find meaning in the mess. A witty, sharp, and big-hearted look at the stories behind the spectacle. Moderated by: …