A&E Agenda: Fringe Festival, Farmer’s Market and Pride
Aspen Fringe Festival, Friday and Saturday, Wheeler Opera House
The Aspen Fringe Festival is returning to the Wheeler Opera House for its 16th JUNEFEST on Friday, June 7, and Saturday, June 8, with the first night dedicated to dance and the second to theater. Founded in 1994 by David Ledingham, the Aspen Fringe Festival aims to inspire and encourage artists and individuals around the world.
On Friday, June 7, Joshua Tree-based dance company Alchemy Arts Collective will perform live and onscreen in “Chasing the Light” with choreography by Adriana Thompson. The film is directed by Jaco Strydom.
“Chasing the Light” combines two mediums: a live dance performance and its adaptation into a film within the awe-inspiring backdrop of Joshua Tree, providing a unique angle on dance as it is integrated into the natural environment that initially inspired the project.
Friday will also see the world premiere of “Finally It’s Everything,” a dance performance by choreographer Jon Ole Olestad Featuring Dancer Leslie Plummer.
Saturday will feature the American workshop premiere of “Lyonesse” by Penelope Skinner. The play opened in London, in October 2023 and follows the story of a once-famous actress who disappeared 30 years ago in mysterious circumstances, who is ready to tell her story. She summons Kate, a young film executive, to her remote home on the coast of Maine to assist with her glorious comeback. But to keep control of the story, the women must fight against a rising tide.
For information and tickets: aspenfringefestival.org
M.S. Rau summer pop-up grand opening 3-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3-6 p.m. Sunday, 228 South Mill St.
M.S. Rau, purveyor of art, antiques and jewelry based in New Orleans, Louisiana, is expanding and will open a second seasonal location in Aspen on June 6, 2024. The pop-up gallery, located at 228 South Mill St., will welcome visitors through the end of September.
In celebration of the opening, guests will be invited to sip complimentary rosé while exploring iconic works by artistic visionaries like Renoir, Picasso and Magritte alongside exquisite jewelry and objets d’art from Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, Fabergé, Cartier and more.
M.S. Rau’s inaugural pop-up will occupy the entire street-level floor of a historic building alongside the premier luxury retailers in the heart of downtown Aspen. This occasion marks the first time since its founding in 1912 that M.S. Rau has ventured to establish a secondary location.
landing.rauantiques.com/aspen-2024
Aspen Saturday Market returns, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Spend your Saturday mornings at the Aspen Farmer’s Market. Since 1998 it has been a local’s tradition to stroll through the market buying Colorado-grown produce and Colorado-produced artisan products.
Open 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays, June 8-Aug. 31; and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 7-Oct. 5. The market offers Colorado-grown fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, and more as well as a food court for lunch or a snack.
Arbor Day Celebration, 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Paepke Park
The city of Aspen parks department will host a community celebration for Arbor Day on Saturday, June 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Paepcke Park.
Pride Extravaganza Pageant, 4 p.m. Saturday, Aspen Art Museum rooftop
Join us for our first annual Pride Extravaganza Pageant — where local divas from the Roaring Fork Valley and Colorado’s Western Slope will battle it out for the crown in a talent show, fashion show, and lip-sync battle.
Leading as our host for the evening is Ramona Chingona, the one and only founder of The Roaring Divas. Dress to impress and get ready to witness the crowning of our first-ever Pride Extravaganza Queen!
Complimentary snacks and nonalcoholic beverages will be provided; alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase with a credit card only.
This event is free with RSVP, and open to guests aged 21 and above, with a mandatory ID check.
RSVP here. Walk-ins will be welcomed on a first-come-first-served basis.
