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• Aspen Fringe Festival’s JUNEFEST Night 1
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• Aspen Fringe Festival’s JUNEFEST Friday
• Savor a Performance & Experience our Way of Life
• Meet Our Teaching Artists
• Aspen Country Day School presents COUNTRY ROADS, TAKE ME HOME
• Rick Dougherty - Biography

But all things come to an end, and in 2017 the group name was licensed to Josh Reynolds (the son of original member, Nick Reynolds), his cousin Mike Marvin and Tim Gorelangton. In 1990, just as he was beginning to direct more operas, Rick was invited to join the "The Limeliters" and performed with the group for audiences across the United States until 2004. He appeared with them on the "This Land Is Your Land" PBS Special hosted by Judy Collins and The Smothers Brothers. His vocals can also be heard on the Limeliters recording Until We Get it Right. The Wheeler Opera House received more revitalization efforts in the 1980s.

Aspen Fringe Festival’s JUNEFEST Night 1

We’re thrilled to bring this exceptional lineup to the Wheeler stage that promises to captivate the hearts of guitar and music enthusiasts alike. This performance is exactly the kind that the Wheeler was designed for, with its impeccable acoustics and creating an intimate experience for the audience. Showcasing the two-time Grammy®-nominated duo Black Violin, brought to life by Kev Marcus and Wil Baptiste, you will experience a mystifying musical fusion of exquisite classical sounds and exhilarating hip-hop beats. Featuring Abraham Alexander on vocals, Alexander instills in his music a joyful passion and irrepressible spirit, giving way to songs that radiate undeniable hope. This concert performance boldly merges centuries of music and unites audiences with a message of hope and possibility. Fans can expect to be immersed in a sound that transcends categories and celebrates ingenuity and ambition, proving anything is possible.

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Country Roads, Take Me Home, is a heartwarming and uplifting celebration of the transformative power of music, the joy of discovery, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship. Changing any of the form inputs will cause the list of events to refresh with the filtered results.

Aspen Fringe Festival’s JUNEFEST Friday

Gould is passionate about the tradition of jazz guitar, she cites Grant Green, Kenny Burrell, Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass as primary influences of the instrument. Jesus Guerrero, Flamenco master from Spain, started playing guitar at 11 under master teacher José Luis Balao. He is one of the most sought-after figures of the current flamenco scene. After a few years of playing Olli was introduced to the music of the Django Reinhardt and Gypsy Jazz has been Olli’s main focus ever since.

Students dance during a performance from TPO Company at Wheeler Opera House - Aspen Daily News

Students dance during a performance from TPO Company at Wheeler Opera House.

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On May 23, 1984, the Grand Re-Opening began a week of celebration, with tours of the venue and featured performances by pianist James Levine and cellist Lynn Harrell, the Denver Repertory Theatre Company, and dance troupe Momix. A screening of the silent film classic The Wind included live accompaniment from the new orchestra pit and its star Lillian Gish, at the time ninety years old, in attendance. The evening includes original hip-hop bios accompanied by video and photos of icons such as Serena Williams, Malala Yousafzai, Bob Marley, Muhammad Ali, Barack Obama, Kobe Bryant, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and more. Shaun has received praise from the families of many of the icons in his series – performing for MLK, III himself – and a feature on Forbes.com. Los Angeles's opera scene is as diverse and dynamic as the city itself.

You can also check out the Downtowner and the WE-cycle, two other public transportation options in the city. If you have extra time before your show and want to learn more about Wheeler Opera House’s unique history, be sure to take part in the free self-guided walking tour. In addition to these frequent performances and shows, there are also a variety of festivals and community events held at Wheeler Opera House.

Wheeler Opera House executive director stepping down - The Aspen Times

Wheeler Opera House executive director stepping down.

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An evening of music highlighting some of the world’s best-known operatic arias, art songs and spirituals. Created and directed by composer, conductor and multi-genre musician Damien Sneed, Our Song, Our Story brings together Justin Austin and Janinah Burnett, accompanied by a string quartet and Damien Sneed on piano. Aspen’s music scene draws artists from all over the world, from classical music to jazz, alternative and everything in between. Dance, film, theatre, passion, beauty, balance – they all live and thrive here.

Grand Opening

Since 1889, the story of the Wheeler has been the story of Aspen — connecting community through the arts and welcoming audiences to come be part of history. Last year we introduced the Aspen Laugh Festival Knock Knock Pass, a full festival pass at a deep discount. So, we decided to do it again, while the Wheeler team keeps working around the clock on the festival line-up. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this fusion of art and athleticism that is sure to be the cultural highlight of the season. On stage, Kev Marcus gives an electrifying violin performance along with Wil Baptiste’s magnetizing viola and vocal performance. Joining them are Nat Stokes on drums, DJ SPS on the turntable, and Liston Gregory on keys.

The Wheeler Opera House, just 23 years old, was boarded up and written off as another Aspen ruin. Only the retail spaces on the first and second floors remained occupied. In 1918, the City of Aspen purchased the Wheeler Opera House for the amount of back taxes owed on the property, $1,155. Built with peachblow sandstone quarried from the Frying Pan valley, construction took less than a year. The building housed Wheeler’s Bank on the corner, Louis Weinberg’s Haberdashery, and The Ladies Palace of Fashion.

Mission Mt. Mangart tells the story as a flashback from the present day while jumping back in time to follow the 10th from 1939 to June 3rd, 1945, with in-depth narration as well as interviews of original 10th Mountain Division soldiers. With a subscription, the more performances you select, the more you save. A Wheeler Season Subscription 3+ saves 10% off Premium and Standard ticket prices when you select 3 or 4 performances. A Season Subscription 5+ saves 15% off Premium and Standard ticket prices when you select 5 or more performances. DanceAspen has quickly been established as a fresh voice and champion for new choreography in the dance world. This performance will feature a new creation set on the DanceAspen artists by choreographer Yin Yue.

You can bring small personal items, such as handbags and collapsible umbrellas, which can fit safely under the theater seat. We do not provide storage for anything that is not allowed in the theater. Lily Tomlin spent six weeks fine-tuning her Broadway hit, “The Search For Signs Of Intelligent Life In the Universe,” and Aspen Community School’s annual production (one of which introduced another star, Kate Hudson). Texan Lyle Lovett came to the Wheeler at least once a year, and John Denver came by so often it was like a second living room for him. Renée Fleming’s brilliant soprano first rang out as a student of the Aspen Music Festival’s Opera Theatre program. Comedy Arts Festival settled in for a thirteen-year run, breaking unknown talents like Lewis Black, Margaret Cho, Bill Maher, and a young comedian named Dave Chappelle.

For the first time, the Wheeler will offer season subscriptions, saving patrons money when they select more performances. The Paepckes interest in the Wheeler sparked a communitywide effort to clean up the performance space, patch the fire-damaged walls and floors, and replace the leaking roof. Renowned architect Herbert Bayer created a spare design to include Japanese lanterns strung across the bottom of the balcony and a bare-bones stage with a simple orchestra shell. Benches provided seating and the coffered ceiling remained open, exposing the fire-charred beams. This family-friendly performance will take you on a journey of discovery through the lives of these important historical figures. Shaun’s magnetic speaking and 10+ years of experience working in the music industry with the likes of Snoop Dogg, Lauryn Hill, and Kendrick Lamar, the audience is sure to leave entertained and inspired.