Broadway-Caliber Theater in a Spectacular Setting
As the most honored theatre in Colorado with eight Henry Awards, Theatre Aspen performers include both Broadway actors and local talent. Shows take place in a semi-permanent tent -- the Hurst Theatre -- in a spectacular setting at Rio Grande Park.
Summer 2021 Season
Theatre Aspen will present two mainstage musicals, a NEW summer gala, and other programming during summer 2021. Here are some of the highlights. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit TheatreAspen.org.
CHICAGO: JUNE 30 - JULY 22, 2021
In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another "Merry Murderess," Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the American Dream: fame, fortune, and acquittal.
ROCK OF AGES: JULY 30 - AUG. 21 2021
In Hollywood in the 1980s, aspiring rock star Drew longs to take the stage as the next big thing (and longs for small-town girl Sherri). But the rock'n'roll fairy tale is about to end when German developers make plans to turn the fabled Strip into just another strip mall. Can Drew, Sherri and the gang save the strip – and themselves – before it's too late? The music of hit bands Styx, Journey, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, & more hold the answer.
SUMMER CABARET SERIES: Jul 11, AUG. 8, 9, & 15, 2021
This fan-favorite returns for a third season at restaurants around town and for the first time at the Hurst Theatre in John Denver Park.
SOLO FLIGHTS: AUG. 25 - 31, 2021
The Solo Flights festival takes off for a second season of one-person productions. Join theatre lovers for a week-long developmental festival of shows presented in the beginning stages of their making. There are also signature events including talkbacks, creative discussions, and special receptions.