Wheeler Opera House

10/13/2026

This recognition belongs to the entire community. As we prepare to celebrate the Wheeler's 2026 Outstanding Historic Theatre Award next week, we're grateful to everyone who has supported, preserved, and filled this historic space with life for more than 130 years. Thank you, Aspen, for helping make the Wheeler what it is today. Read more in today's Aspen Times and join us for our free community celebration on October 21.

The Wheeler Opera House will celebrate receiving the League of Historic American Theatres’ 2026 Outstanding Historic Theatre Award with a free open house from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Oct 21.

10/12/2026

Kiliii Yüyan brings Indigenous Wisdom for a Modern World to the Changemaker Speaker Series on Oct 20, 2026. As a photographer, Yüyan draws from fieldwork and lived experience to reflect on stewardship, resilience, and the relationship between people and place. Presented in association with ACES.

Tickets at wheeleroperahouse.com or by calling the box office at 970.920.5770.



TAGS: Changemaker Talent, Kiliii Yuyan, Aspen Center for Environmental Studies

10/10/2026

This October, the Vault Bar Lobby becomes a space for creativity, storytelling, and self-expression with three engaging workshops. Young performers can explore musical theater with puppet friends Bitte and Darcy in Kaitlin’s Broadway Showcase led by Kaitlin Becker (Oct. 28), actors and performers ages 16+ can discover the power of movement in Physicality for the Stage (Oct. 29), and kids can bring their Halloween personas to life through theater games, character-building, and a costume showcase in Bring Your Costume to Life: The Halloween Actor’s Studio (Oct. 30).

Designed for a variety of ages and experience levels, these free workshops offer playful, hands-on opportunities to build confidence, creativity, and performance skills. View all workshop offerings at the Wheeler Opera House website.

Sign up at wheeleroperahouse.com or by calling the box office at 970.920.5770.

Link: https://wheeleroperahouse.com/calendar/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=65

10/09/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the Wheeler volunteers who help make every event at the Wheeler Opera House possible. From welcoming patrons and helping guests find their seats to supporting front-of-house operations, their dedication helps create a seamless experience for artists and audiences alike.

Interested in becoming a Wheeler volunteer? Learn more at https://wheeleroperahouse.com/volunteer/

📸Cynthia Scholer

10/06/2026

Join us this Friday at the Wheeler for a magical Dia de Mu***os musical adventure filled with music, storytelling, and beautiful traditions. Plus, come early for free family activities before the show from 6:30-7pm in the Vault Bar!

We’ll see you there!

10/05/2026

Next week, comedian, actor, musician, and singer Craig Robinson brings his signature blend of stand-up and live music to the Wheeler Opera House. A former member of The Second City, Robinson is best known as Darryl Philbin on The Office and has built a career spanning television, film, and live performance. From starring in the Peacock comedy Killing It to fan-favorite films like Hot Tub Time Machine, Robinson pairs sharp comedic storytelling with the musical energy that has become a hallmark of his live shows. Craig Robinson takes the Wheeler stage October 14 at 7:30 PM.

Tickets at wheeleroperahouse.com or by calling the box office at 970.920.5770.

10/03/2026

Falta solo una semana: Sugar Skull! Una aventura musical del Día de Mu***os llega al Wheeler Opera House el 9 de octubre a las 7 p.m. Esta vibrante producción bilingüe sigue a Vita Flores, una niña de 12 años, en un colorido recorrido por la memoria, las tradiciones familiares y el folklore mexicano, guiada por el vivaz Esqueleto de Azúcar. A través de música y danza tradicionales y una cautivadora narrativa visual, el espectáculo celebra la memoria, el orgullo cultural y los lazos que nos unen, ofreciendo una experiencia especial para públicos de todas las edades.

Boletos en wheeleroperahouse.com o llamando a la taquilla al 970.920.5770.

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10/03/2026

Just one week away: Sugar Skull! A Día de Mu***os Musical Adventure arrives at the Wheeler Opera House on October 9 at 7pm. This vibrant bilingual production follows 12-year-old Vita Flores on a colorful journey through memory, family traditions, and Mexican folklore, guided by the spirited Sugar Skull. Featuring traditional music and dance, rich visual storytelling, and themes of remembrance and cultural pride, the performance offers a meaningful experience for audiences of all ages.

Tickets at wheeleroperahouse.com or by calling the box office at 970.920.5770.

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10/02/2026

Best of Aspen final-round voting is officially underway, and we’d be honored to have your support. Cast your vote for Maddy Overton for Ms. Aspen, and for the Wheeler in Green Business/Organization and Music Venue. Thank you for celebrating the people, programs, and community that make the Wheeler such a meaningful part of Aspen’s cultural landscape.

Vote here: https://www.aspentimes.com/bestof2026/

10/01/2026

Tonight! Tom Rush with Brendan Cleary at the Wheeler —Thursday, October 1 at 7 PM. Rush’s distinctive guitar work and acclaimed storytelling have made him a lasting presence in American folk, praised by James Taylor as “one of my early heroes.”

Tickets at wheeleroperahouse.com or by calling the box office at 970.920.5770.