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Murder in the Mountains; a thriller festival
Celebrating murder and mayhem — the fictional kind — at nine thousand feet A thrilling weekend celebrating all things murder and mystery, including panel discussions, workshops, live theatre, film screenings + wine tasting, special fx makeup masterclass, murder mystery dinner, youth forensics workshop, dance class, live podcast recording, “noir in the bar” readings, and more! […]
Murder in the Mountains Festival Kick-off Reception
Murder in the Mountains Festival Kick-off Reception
Gather with other festival-goers and meet best-selling and award-winning authors David Heska Wanbli Weiden, Deb Coonts, Chuck Greaves, Kathleen Kent, Addie Tsai, and others for happy hour, bites, teaser readings, and a bit of mystery. Appetizers and cash bar available. Free but registration encouraged.
Murder in the Mtns: Thrilling Trivia with Quiz Quiz Bang Bang
Murder in the Mtns: Thrilling Trivia with Quiz Quiz Bang Bang
Join us for a lively evening of trivia, prizes and lots of laughs! From the dynamic duo behind the hugely popular Quiz Quiz Bang Bang podcast, get ready to test your smarts on all things mystery, noir, horror, and monsters in literature, pop culture, movies, television, and more. Tables limited to teams of 6 per […]
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Murder in the Mtns: CRIMINAL MINDS; Elements of Crime Writing with Kathleen Kent
Murder in the Mtns: CRIMINAL MINDS; Elements of Crime Writing with Kathleen Kent
Whether you’re writing historical fiction or crime novels, certain craft elements remain the same: an engaging story, robust, multi-dimensional characters, pacing, and building tension within the narrative. But, as the “slow burn” can work well for historical fiction, more energetic pacing and the element of surprise are crucial to crime and mystery novels. This presentation […]
MiM: Coffee + Paranormal Podcast Live Show with David Flora of Blurry Photos
MiM: Coffee + Paranormal Podcast Live Show with David Flora of Blurry Photos
Enjoy locally roasted coffee and a riveting live podcast recording with David Flora of the internationally popular Blurry Photos podcast. The event will include audio and visual storytelling and facts, with a talkback and questions at the end. David explores the unexplained and explains the unexplored by seeking the facts behind the fiction of the […]
Murder in the Mtns: Live Theater @ Lunch: The Dumb Waiter
Murder in the Mtns: Live Theater @ Lunch: The Dumb Waiter
Enjoy lunch on the edge of your seat with British playwright Harold Pinter’s classic comedy-drama, The Dumb Waiter. Starring Sam Robards and Steven Cole Hughes as hitmen awaiting their next target. "Small but perfectly formed, The Dumb Waiter might be considered the best of Harold Pinter's early plays.” Live reading in the Steddy Theater. Food […]
Murder in the Mtns Festival: Subversive Retellings workshop
Murder in the Mtns Festival: Subversive Retellings workshop
Classic retellings have always been part of what literature does, but perhaps that has never been truer than in this particular climate in which fanfiction, adaptation, and reimaginings of classic texts enable a kind of subversive resistance against old reinforcement of ideologies in order to speak to a new world. This workshop will take a […]
Panel discussion; bending, breaking, and defying law
Panel discussion; bending, breaking, and defying law
Our favorite characters in crime, mystery, thriller, and horror writing often go above, around, or beyond the law — some also breaking the “laws” of nature. In this panel, former and practicing lawyers turned crime writers, and writers with deep understanding of criminal and natural law, discuss their research and process for writing believable, compelling […]
Murder in the Mtns: Ghouls & Gore: introduction to gore and special effects makeup
Murder in the Mtns: Ghouls & Gore: introduction to gore and special effects makeup
Led by local artist & theatre designer William Spencer Musser, this interactive workshop includes discussion, demonstration and hands-on activities focused on creating wounds, scars, and other bloody trauma for those getting ready for Halloween, or fans of the horror genre. Attendees will have the opportunity to work on their favorite effect and leave ready to […]
Noir in the Bar; festival readings
Noir in the Bar; festival readings
Meet 'n' mingle with literary lions reading their work live! Bestselling authors David Heska Wanbli Weiden, Kathleen Kent, Addie Tsai, Deborah Coonts, and Chuck Greaves. In the Steddy Theater. Book sales, bites, and bar available. Free but registration encouraged.
Murder Mystery Dinner “Terror in Transylvania”
Murder Mystery Dinner “Terror in Transylvania”
All of the underworld is invited to Dracula’s birthday party! As the members of the haunting and haunted gather at the desolate Transylvania castle, this will be an evening away from mortals where the supernatural community can come together to celebrate and carouse! During the night of spooktacular fun, one of the party-goers will end […]
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True Crime Panel: Murder + Mystery in Colorado
True Crime Panel: Murder + Mystery in Colorado
Join us for a cup of coffee and lively and absorbing discussion of murder, mystery, and intrigue in Colorado with Colorado coroners; scholar of Native American issues, law and political science, and author of the multi award-winning debut Winter Counts, David Heska Wanbli Weiden; local and state historian, Duane Vandenbusche; and a special surprise guest. Learn […]
Murder in the Mountains: Junior Forensic Workshop
Murder in the Mountains: Junior Forensic Workshop
Junior Forensic Workshop with the Crested Butte Marshall's Office Dust for fingerprints, case footprints and solve the crime scene mystery in this wonderful introduction to forensic science. Suitable for late elementary and middle school students. In partnership with the Crested Butte Marshal's Office. At the Crested Butte Marshal’s Office. $15 Price covers top-secret detective supplies.
Murder in the Mtns: Modern Potions; postmortem mixology workshop
Murder in the Mtns: Modern Potions; postmortem mixology workshop
Learn to craft and twist classic cocktails in this thrilling introduction to mixology. Learn techniques and industry hacks for creating your own at home, and enjoy sampling your creations. All materials and recipes included. $35, or included in your festival pass.
Murder in the Mountains: all levels dance class
Murder in the Mountains: all levels dance class
Led by master dance instructor Sasha Chudacoff learn some fresh and freaky monster moves to get your hips swinging and ready for a jumpin' Halloween. All levels are welcome. $15 or included in your festival pass.
Murder in the Mtns: Ghouls & Gore: introduction to gore and special effects makeup
Murder in the Mtns: Ghouls & Gore: introduction to gore and special effects makeup
Led by local artist & theatre designer William Spencer Musser, this interactive workshop includes discussion, demonstration and hands-on activities focused on creating wounds, scars, and other bloody trauma for those getting ready for Halloween, or fans of the horror genre. Attendees will have the opportunity to work on their favorite effect and leave ready to […]
Murder in the Mountains Festival: “Badwater” tv pilot screening
Murder in the Mountains Festival: “Badwater” tv pilot screening
Best-selling mystery writer Chuck Greaves teamed with veteran director Felix Alcala (ER, Breaking Bad, The Good Wife, Madam Secretary, etc.) to co-produce a TV pilot from Greaves' original script. In "Badwater" the disappearance of a Native American schoolgirl triggers a clash of cultures between a small town's corrupt old guard and a younger, diverse circle […]
Pinot & (film) Noir; The Big Sleep (1946)
Pinot & (film) Noir; The Big Sleep (1946)
Join us for a flight of pinot noir and a very special screening of the justly celebrated adaption of Raymond Chandler’s classic novel. Private detective Philip Marlowe (Humphrey Bogart) is hired by a wealthy family and before the complex case is over, he's seen murder, blackmail, and what might be love. Chandler’s core story, the […]
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