Jazz Aspen Snowmass, in collaboration with DanceAspen, presents

OKAN (Cuba) with DanceAspen

“Soulful Improvisations, Unscripted.”

Experience an electrifying evening of live, spontaneous improvisation where music and movement collide. Featuring DanceAspen’s dynamic dancers alongside the high-energy, Afro-Cuban duo OKAN, this performance is raw, joyful, and entirely unscripted—no two shows will be the same.

March 25 & 26
Showtime: 6:30 PM

Run Time: 1 Hour and 15 Minutes

Paul JAS Center
422 E. Cooper Ave, Aspen

🎶 Live Afro-Cuban music
💃 Contemporary dance
🔥 One-of-a-kind collaborative performance

$68 Main Room Seating – $30 Bar Seating

Jazz Aspen Snowmass, in collaboration with DanceAspen, presents

OKAN (Cuba) with DanceAspen

“Soulful Improvisations, Unscripted.”

Experience an electrifying evening of live, spontaneous improvisation where music and movement collide. Featuring DanceAspen’s dynamic dancers alongside the high-energy, Afro-Cuban duo OKAN, this performance is raw, joyful, and entirely unscripted—no two shows will be the same.

March 25 & 26
Showtime: 6:30 PM

Paul JAS Center
422 E. Cooper Ave, Aspen

🎶 Live Afro-Cuban music
💃 Contemporary dance
🔥 One-of-a-kind collaborative performance

DanceAspen is thrilled to visit Green Box Arts for the very first time! Join us for a FREE informal evening featuring works in progress for our upcoming summer program, Crescendo, as well as an excerpt from our recent Wheeler Opera House program, re:imagine. Get a behind-the-scenes look at new choreography in development, including our John Denver-inspired project, and stay for a Q&A with our dancers following the presentation.

DanceAspen returns to the Ute Theater with an exhilarating mixed-repertory program celebrating the versatility of our artists and the creativity of our in-house choreographers Jonah Delgado and Jane Mumford.  Award-winning choreographer Houston Thomas reimagines the iconic Swan Lake duet in The Mating Dance, while Shane Urton’s Overtime, transforms the rhythms of corporate life into movement of surprising lyricism. Dance Aspen is thrilled to be back at the UTE—don’t miss it!

Tickets are $15-$25 before day of show and then $20-$30 day of show and at the door.  Dance students are always complimentary entry at the Ute.

Doors open at 6:30PM, Show starts at 7PM.

DanceAspen proudly presents re:imagine, an evening of world premieres by American choreographers whose careers abroad in Europe have shaped bold new visions for contemporary ballet.

2025 Princess Grace Award–winner Houston Thomas updates the iconic Swan Lake pas de deux into The Mating Dance, fusing its timeless music with visceral, modern intensity. Fresh from Belgium, Shane Urton unveils a dynamic new work, Overtime, set to DanceAspen’s first-ever commissioned score by composer Camiel Jansen, transforming the rhythms of corporate life into movement of surprising lyricism. Meanwhile, rising choreographic voice Emilie Leriche draws from a Mark Strand poem, crafting the movement Of Field as language made physical. And DanceAspen artist and choreographer Jonah Delgado brings a stylish new piece, Arbitrary Relevance, exploring how people reinvent themselves.

Together, these premieres embody the spirit of re:imagine—challenging convention, reshaping tradition, and giving voice to a new era of contemporary dance.

Join us on the Aspen Art Museum rooftop for an exclusive preview of what’s next. Audiences will experience a working rehearsal of Arbitrary Relevance, an upcoming work by Jonah Delgado that premieres at our re:imagine performances on February 21–22, alongside Jane Mumford’s Empty Handed, a recently created piece that will be performed in at the Ute Theater in Rifle on February 26.

This special preview highlights Dance Aspen’s in-house choreographic talent, offering a rare opportunity to see our dancers step into the role of choreographers. Witness the creative process in motion as company artists shape new work, experiment with ideas, and bring their distinct voices to the stage, before these pieces continue their journey beyond Aspen.

Witness the intersection of dance and creativity in a unique, immersive setting. No tickets necessary.

Join us on the Aspen Art Museum rooftop for an exclusive preview of re:imagine, DanceAspen’s upcoming production premiering February 21-22. Audience members will get a behind-the-scenes look at the company’s World Premiere by Princess Grace winner, Emilie Leriche. Her working title is “Of Field”, based on a Mark Strand poem.

"In response to the theme of “Classics, Reimagined”, I propose a physical analysis and deconstruction of Mark Strand’s poem “Keeping Thing Whole”. I have for many years now related to my work as one might relate to poetry and prose; movement as the language, choreography as paragraphs and chapters. Strand’s poem is a piece of text I have carried with me for many years - a piece of art that manages to explain a bit of myself, to myself. Of Field will be a physical attempt to embody and dialogue with Strand’s words - perhaps at times to turn them upside down or inside out. Using movement as a way to flush out the emotions and intentions within the poem, we will carve a deeper understanding of Strand’s words, and thus (I hope) ourselves as well.” - Emilie Leriche

This special event offers a rare opportunity to engage with the artistic journey—exploring the movement, vision, and inspiration behind this new work. Witness the intersection of dance and creativity in a unique, immersive setting. No tickets necessary.

Grab a front-row seat to an open rehearsal of choreographer Emilie Leriche’s World Premiere, Thursday January 29th at TACAW. Come witness the creative process unfold In Progress and bring your questions for the artists at the Q&A following the showing.

DOORS 6:00 PM | REHEARSAL 7:00 PM

For their return to CAM-PLEX, DanceAspen delivers a thrilling evening of contemporary dance that celebrates the company’s signature blend of athleticism and artistry. Audiences will be treated to a fresh lineup of mixed repertory, featuring both intimate duets and powerful ensemble works that showcase the dancers’ extraordinary range and connection.

The program includes the premiere of a stylish and visceral new creation by DanceAspen artist and choreographer Jonah Delgado, alongside the Wyoming premiere of Animal, by rising choreographic voice Noelle Kayser. With bold physicality, inventive choreography, and heart-stirring performances, DanceAspen captivates dance lovers of all ages.

Grab a front-row seat to an open rehearsal of choreographer Houston Thomas’ World Premiere, Friday January 9th at TACAW. Come witness the creative process unfold In Progress and bring your questions for the artists at the Q&A following the showing.

DOORS 6:00 PM | REHEARSAL 7:00 PM

Join us on the Aspen Art Museum rooftop for an exclusive preview of re:imagine, DanceAspen’s upcoming production premiering February 21-22. Audience members will get a behind-the-scenes look at the company’s latest creation by Princess Grace winning choreographer, Houston Thomas. The piece is entitled A Mating Dance, and is set to the iconic White Swan Pas de Deux music from Swan Lake.

This special event offers a rare opportunity to engage with the artistic journey—exploring the movement, vision, and inspiration behind this new work. Witness the intersection of dance and creativity in a unique, immersive setting. No tickets necessary.

Grab a front-row seat to an open rehearsal of choreographer Shane Urton’s World Premiere, Friday November 14th at TACAW. Come witness the creative process unfold In Progress and bring your questions for the artists at the Q&A following the showing.

DOORS 6:00 PM | REHEARSAL 7:00 PM

DanceAspen at Center for the Arts

DanceAspen is thrilled to return to the Crested Butte Center for the Arts, bringing its signature energy and innovation to the stage. This special evening features three fresh contemporary dance works, each a dynamic exploration of movement and emotion. The program also includes a short dance film by NY Times visual artist Elliot deBruyn, that offers an intimate glimpse into the artistry and individuality of the company’s performers. Join us for a night of cutting-edge choreography and cinematic expression as DanceAspen continues to push the boundaries of contemporary dance.

ON TOUR:

DanceAspen makes its debut in Rifle at the Ute Theater on Thursday August 21! 

The program includes Yin Yue's hypnotic and pulsating Ever After, Jonah Delgado's tennis-themed duet Love All, and additional eclectic, entertaining, and world-class Rifle premieres. Enjoy a thrilling show after strolling Third Thursday, with half-price tickets for Students.

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Free Public Performance! A special performance will take place in Paepcke Park on July 27, activating the site of Sanford Biggers’ “Unsui (Mirror)” through movement and community.

3RD ANNUAL TAKE FLIGHT

TUESDAY | JULY 15 | 6-7PM

 Felix Roasting Co | Hotel Jerome

Exclusive Summit Society Performance in partnership with the Aspen Historical Society

JULY 9
Cocktail Hour | 5:30 PM
Performance | 6:30 PM

Enjoy fine wines and light bites while mingling with fellow patrons, followed by an unforgettable open-air performance featuring world premieres by DanceAspen artists—set against the breathtaking mountain backdrop. Stay for an intimate post-show gathering with the artists and Summit Society guests, celebrating connection through art and community.

The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading event in the country supporting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Join us as Laurel Winton leads a warm-up and a chance to dance!

Experience the power and artistry of contemporary dance with DanceAspen on March 12, 2025, at 7:30 PM at The Lincoln Center.

Featuring four new creations by celebrated guest choreographers Gabrielle Lamb and Noelle Kayser, alongside innovative new works from DanceAspen’s own Kaya Wolsey and Matthew Gilmore, this program showcases bold athleticism, evocative storytelling, and cutting-edge choreography.

Box Office:

970.221.6730

Don’t miss this captivating evening of dynamic performances and groundbreaking dance!

Join us for a magical afternoon at the Aspen Films Isis Theatre on Sunday, December 22. Doors open at 2:00 PM for cookies and cocoa before a special presentation by the artists of DanceAspen on the history of The Nutcracker ballet, including a dance demonstration and brief Q+A. At 3:00 PM, we'll be showing a special screening of The Royal Ballet's The Nutcracker, presented by Aspen Film in partnership with DanceAspen.

Featuring Peter Wright's much-loved production for The Royal Ballet, with gorgeous period designs by Julia Trevelyan Oman, this presentation keeps true to the spirit of this festive ballet classic, combining the thrill of the fairy tale with spectacular dancing.

Enjoy this breathtaking holiday classic in high definition on the big screen, with world-class ballet, stunning visuals, and Tchaikovsky's iconic score. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends!

Tickets: $25 GA | $20 AF Member | $10 Kids

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