Center for the Arts Crested Butte

Colorado Grandeur: Plein Air Painters of America 2025 National Exhibit
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-26 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Presenting an extensive collection of paintings by Plein Air Painters of America (PAPA) members, including many new paintings of Crested Butte. PAPA is the original and premier landscape artist group in the United States. PAPA’s Catalina, California shows beginning in 1986 were the very signal of an American return to referential painting.
Learn more at shaunhornegallery.com
August 1 | 3:00 pm Patrons Preview
August 2 | 9:00 am Grand Opening

Show will run through August 26

Patron Preview tickets can be purchased here!

Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Boyd Meets Girl
2025-08-05 17:30 (America/Denver) | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Boyd Meets Girl pairs Australian classical guitarist Rupert Boyd with American cellist Laura Metcalf. The duo has toured the world sharing their eclectic mix of music from Debussy and Bach to Radiohead and Beyoncé. Crested Butte residents may recognize Laura from her time with the Crested Butte Music Festival.
View the full Summer Classics lineup here!

Public Policy Forum: Nidhi Bouri - Former Deputy Assistant Administrator for Global Health at USAID
2025-08-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Presented by: Crested Butte Public Policy Forum

“ Foreign Aid at a Crossroads: Navigating Humanitarian and Global Health Challenges in a New Era”
Nidhi Bouri is an independent consultant and is the founder and director of Stand Up for AID, a strategic communications group aiming to change the narrative about foreign assistance among Americans. Nidhi most recently served as Deputy Assistant Administrator for Global Health at USAID, where she oversaw over $2.5 billion in foreign assistance resources and led the agency’s efforts to address health emergencies. She served in the White House, as the Director for Global Health and then as Acting Senior Director for Development, Global Health, and Humanitarian Response on the National Security Council, as well Senior Foreign Policy Advisor to the First Lady.
Nidhi previously served in USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance; she also served as Deputy Executive Director and Chief of Staff for USAID’s first COVID-19 Task Force in 2020. Prior to her time in government, Nidhi worked in the non-governmental sector, leading assistance programs focused on health system collapse, humanitarian protection, and mass migration. She started her career in research, focused on national and global health security and pandemic preparedness.
Over the course of nearly 20 years, she has focused on advancing health outcomes for vulnerable and marginalized populations, particularly in emergency contexts. Nidhi has worked on the frontlines to deliver emergency assistance in several countries, including Afghanistan, Iraq, Ukraine, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. She holds an MPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

Cookbook Club Feature Dinner: Bitter & Sweet
2025-08-07 18:30 | Bruhaus, 223 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Location: BruHaus
As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we’re bringing a special edition of Cookbook Club to the table! Join us for an intimate chef-prepared dinner prepared by BruHaus chefs and inspired by Bitter & Sweet: Global Flavors from an Iranian-American Kitchen in collaboration with author Omid Roustaei. This beautifully crafted meal will explore the rich flavors and traditions of Persian cuisine, celebrating the stories and culture woven into every dish. Instead of a potluck, sit back and savor a thoughtfully curated menu while engaging in conversation about the inspiration behind the book. It’s an evening of food, storytelling, and connection you won’t want to miss!
2025 Wine + Food Summer Series

Abbie Gardner
2025-08-09 20:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
doors 7pm | show 8pm
Abbie Gardner is a fiery dobro player with an infectious smile. Whether performing solo or with Americana darlings Red Molly, her tales of love and loss, both gritty and sweet, are propelled by her impeccable slide guitar chops. As an award-winning songwriter, captivating vocalist, and a world-class lap style dobro player, she has an unmistakable sound all her own. This is masterfully captured on her 2022 CD “DobroSinger.” The record made it to #11 on the Billboard Blues Charts and #2 on the Folk DJ Charts, receiving rave reviews in Bluegrass Unlimited, Acoustic Guitar Magazine and American Songwriter. It’s a raw intimate recording full of blues, ballads and the ache of the unknown. It’s quite a contrast to her previous CD, which featured a co-write with Chris Stapleton and leaned on full band production. Abbie stands strong as a solo act and has opened for Lori McKenna and Martina McBride.

Acoustic Guitar Magazine says, “sheer brilliance and power … her evocative guitar is a second voice throughout, sometimes singing in unison, in harmony other times, or answering as in a conversation with the singer. The playing and singing are both impeccable and loaded with personality. You can hear every nuance of the slide, smooth one moment or rattling slightly at the end of a phrase like punctuation; and her intimate, pitch-perfect vocals—wistful, playful, confessional—sound like they’re dancing with the guitar.”

Her background is as varied as the songs she writes. Her father, Herb Gardner, is a stride pianist and dixieland trombonist. Abbie didn’t get into music school on her original instrument (flute), but graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Occupational Therapy. She gradually found her way back to music in Boston’s folk music scene.

During the pandemic, Abbie started teaching free Woodshed dobro lessons in her backyard and posting them to YouTube. Helping other people fan the flames of their creativity has always been a nice balance to performing. She has taught in person at Nashville Dobro Camp, ResoSummit, Kaufman Kamp, Rockygrass Academy, and Roots Music Camp. Then for Songwriting, she’s taught at New England Songwriters Retreat, Swannanoa Gathering, Summer Songs, and Moab Folk Camp. Students can check out her month-long, small group virtual songwriting classes and her downloadable “Dobro from Scratch” course.

“Not only a first-rate Dobro player but a songwriter to be reckoned with.” –John Platt, WFUV

Alpenglow: Hot Like Mars
2025-08-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Hot Like Mars is Chicago’s funkiest, most soulful rock band, turning heads with their exhilarating live performances and consistently compelling studio releases. The dynamic quintet – Anthony Perry (Lead Vocals / Keys), Frank Minella (Guitar / Vocals), Patrick Walsh (Guitar), Donoven Brown (Bass / Vocals), and Wes Julien (Drums / Vocals), has earned regional acclaim in recent years, delivering high-energy, genre-bending live shows that leave audiences spellbound. Leading with exceptional song craft, intrepid improvisation, and world-class instrumentation, the group’s uplifting presence has earned them a reputation as one of the most exciting bands on the circuit today.
Since their inception in December 2023, Hot Like Mars has rapidly risen through the music scene, garnering online acclaim, social media virality, and a fervent live following. They’ve shared stages with heavyweights like Pigeons Playing Ping Pong and Andy Frasco, packing iconic venues such as The Metro and Park West to the brim. Their Chicago residency alone saw them sell over 1,000 tickets, further cementing their status as a must-see act. In a testament to their growing influence, Hot Like Mars has gone viral on Instagram and TikTok, launched their live catalog on nugs.net, and had multiple singles spotlighted on Spotify’s “Modern Jam Band” editorial playlist.
In just five months, the band unleashed seven live singles and a live album, all met with widespread praise from fans. This summer, they’re set to release their first studio single ahead of a full-length studio album dropping in Fall 2024—a project that will undoubtedly elevate their profile even higher. The album release will kick off an extensive tour across the Midwest and beyond, bringing their infectious grooves and inspiring tunes to an ever-growing audience.
Diversity is at the core of Hot Like Mars, and their mission is to break down racial barriers, uniting people through the universal power of music. Each song is crafted to inspire, motivate, and get listeners dancing to their irresistible rhythms. As we look ahead to the rest of 2024, anticipation is building for what promises to be an exhilarating year for Hot Like Mars.
View the full Alpenglow lineup here!

Alpenglow Details:
Rain or shine, music starts at 5:30. Bring a chair, a blanket, and your dancing shoes! Local food vendors and a bar will be available at every concert to create the perfect picnic.
Please no dogs, no outside alcohol, and no glass. Please do not dump ice onto Town Park! Take the bus or ride your bike – it’s good for the planet!

Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Summer Strings
2025-08-12 17:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Enjoy an evening of chamber music and classical favorites performed by a talented ensemble in the courtyard—intimate, timeless, and perfect for a summer night.
View the full Summer Classics lineup here!

Public Policy Forum: Daniel I. Weiner - Director, Elections & Government Program ~ Brennan Center For Justice
2025-08-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Presented by: Crested Butte Public Policy Forum

“American Democracy in Crisis: Big Challenges and the Path Forward”
Daniel I. Weiner is director of the Elections and Government Program at the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law. He has authored a number of nationally recognized reports and white papers on election law and related topics and is a frequent media contributor. Weiner has testified before Congress, state legislatures, and other government bodies, and regularly provides legal and policy advice to leaders in Washington, D.C. and across the country.
Weiner previously served as senior legal advisor to a commissioner at the Federal Election Commission, which oversees campaign finance rules in all federal elections. Before his service at the FEC, he practiced law in the Washington, D.C. office of the law firm Jenner & Block and served as a law clerk for Judge Diana Murphy on the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. He holds degrees from Harvard Law School and Brown University.

Let's Paint Mountains, Wildflowers and Barns! A Painting Workshop with Beth Zink
2025-08-15 09:00 - 16:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Enjoy a day with Beth, learning her tips and tricks, creating your own masterpiece to take home!
Students should bring a lunch and an apron.
All painting supplies are included.
Instruction is for students of all abilities. Including beginners!

CANCELED Movie Night: E.T.
2025-08-15 18:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
CANCELED
Presented by the Crested Butte Film Festival
Join us for a magical FREE screening of Steven Spielberg’s beloved classic, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. This special event is not to be missed—actor Henry Thomas, who played “Elliott” in the film, will be in Crested Butte to introduce the movie, participate in a live Q&A, and meet fans. Bring your curiosity and your love for timeless cinema. All ages welcome!

Life Drawing with Magic Hour Meetups
2025-08-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Magic Hour Meetups Presents:

Life Drawing in the Hawk Arts Studio

$10 pay at the door cash or Venmo

Third Thursdays this summer; June 19th, July 17th, and August 21st
6-8pm

Non Instructional Sketching
Bring your own materials; pencils, pens, charcoal, newprint, paper, water based paints, and pastels.

Poses start at 6pm sharp so arrive between 30-15 minutes before 6pm to set up and pay.

All Levels welcome!

Questions? Contact magichourmeetups@gmail.com

Life Drawing with Magic Hour Meetups
2025-09-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Magic Hour Meetups Presents:

Life Drawing in the Hawk Arts Studio

$10 pay at the door cash or Venmo

First + Third Thursdays this Fall; September 4, September 18, October 2, October 16
6-8pm

Non Instructional Sketching
Bring your own materials; pencils, pens, charcoal, newprint, paper, water based paints, and pastels.

Poses start at 6pm sharp so arrive between 30-15 minutes before 6pm to set up and pay.

All Levels welcome!

Questions? Contact magichourmeetups@gmail.com

John Fellows: Friends of Friends Exhibition
2025-09-05 - 2025-11-02 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Reception: September 5 | 5-7pm
“Friends of Friends” is a group exhibition that gathers a vibrant mix of artists working across a wide range of styles, mediums, and perspectives. While not everyone in the show knows each other personally, they’re all connected by a shared source of inspiration: time spent outdoors. Whether it’s the texture of a tree trunk or the rhythm of a trail, the influence of nature runs through each piece—sometimes subtly, sometimes boldly. Like any great art, a closer look often reveals something more. The show features an eclectic mix of media, including painting, block printing, woodworking, drawing, and spray painting. Representing creative voices from Denver, Lake Tahoe, and right here in Crested Butte, Friends of Friends is as much about connection as it is about creativity.
Featured Artists:
Andrew Hoffman
Bryn Merrell
Jaime Molina
John Fellows
Luke Schroeder
Pedro Barrios
Scot Lefavor
Tom Bond

John Fellows: Friends of Friends Gallery Reception
2025-09-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Exhibition: September 5 – November 2
Join us for the opening reception of “Friends of Friends” as we celebrate the participating artists! Enjoy a live screen-printing demo by IndyInk featuring a custom design from John Fellows, groove to a DJ set, sip on free drinks, and mingle with the artists throughout the evening.
“Friends of Friends” is a group exhibition that gathers a vibrant mix of artists working across a wide range of styles, mediums, and perspectives. While not everyone in the show knows each other personally, they’re all connected by a shared source of inspiration: time spent outdoors. Whether it’s the texture of a tree trunk or the rhythm of a trail, the influence of nature runs through each piece—sometimes subtly, sometimes boldly. Like any great art, a closer look often reveals something more. The show features an eclectic mix of media, including painting, block printing, woodworking, drawing, and spray painting. Representing creative voices from Denver, Lake Tahoe, and right here in Crested Butte, Friends of Friends is as much about connection as it is about creativity.
DJ:
Walter Balltell
(Sean Monahan)
Featured Artists:
Andrew Hoffman
Bryn Merrell
Jaime Molina
John Fellows
Luke Schroeder
Pedro Barrios
Scot Lefavor
Tom Bond

DanceAspen: Shifting Forms
2025-09-05 19:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
doors 6pm | performance 7pm
This program looks at how shifts in life can mirror the uncertainty we all face. Each piece reminds us that even in times of change and discomfort, there’s potential to adapt, grow, and imagine new possibilities. Shifting Forms features a World Premiere by acclaimed choreographer Garrett Smith, the poignant Mother Tongue by Ihsan Rustem, and the return of audience favorite Ever After by Yin Yue. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of bold, evocative performance.

Guest Choreographers

Garrett Smith
Garrett Smith is an internationally recognized choreographer whose work has been commissioned by companies including the Bolshoi Ballet, Mariinsky Ballet, Les Grands Ballets Canadiens, New York City Ballet, and Houston Ballet. Originally from Utah, he began his career as a dancer with Houston Ballet and Norwegian National Ballet before turning his focus to choreography. His work blends striking visuals with themes of identity and self-reflection. He currently serves as resident choreographer for Vitacca Ballet and is a frequent guest artist and adjudicator worldwide.

Ihsan Rustem
Ihsan Rustem is the Artistic Director of Cie. La Ronde and Resident Choreographer for NW Dance Project. His choreography has been commissioned by companies including Nederlands Dans Theater 2, Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal, and São Paulo City Ballet. His accolades include the Sadler’s Wells Global Dance Contest, Dance Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Award, and the Hubbard Street Dance Chicago International Commissioning Project. Rustem previously danced with companies across Europe and now lives in Zurich, Switzerland.

Yin Yue
Yue Yin is the founder and Artistic Director of YY Dance Company (YYDC), based in NYC. A graduate of the Shanghai Dance Academy and NYU Tisch, her work fuses Chinese dance, folk, and contemporary movement through her signature FoCo Technique™. She has received commissions from companies such as the Martha Graham Dance Company, Boston Ballet, and Philadelphia Ballet, and is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the 2021 Dance Magazine Harkness Promise Award.

Dancers
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Oh Be Dogful Rescue Fundraiser
2025-09-06 15:00 - 19:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
3 pm Meet the Dogs | 5:30 pm Screening of Saving Jones
Join us for a day of dogs on Saturday, September 6, 2025! Starting at 3 PM with an adoption event, come by the CB Center for the Arts courtyard and meet Oh Be Dogful’s adorable, adoptable dogs. We will have volunteers to answer questions about each dog and our non profit, along with snacks and beverages. You won’t want to miss this great opportunity to connect with our available dogs and maybe even find your new best
friend!
Afterwards, we are so excited to bring the award winning documentary, Saving Jones, to the Gunnison Valley. This special movie is a biographical social commentary about the abuse and discrimination of dogs as it directly relates to human abuse. Pit bull type dogs are the most abused, discriminated against and murdered dogs on earth. Saving Jones is a heartwarming yet tragic, inspiring and truthful look at why what is happening to these inherently good dogs is a direct reflection of a broken society and everyone’s problem.
Movie starts at 5:30 PM. Ticket sales from this film will be split between Oh Be Dogful Rescue & Sanctuary, Crested Butte’s local non-profit providing a safe space for homeless animals before connecting them with their forever family, and the Stand Up For Pits Foundation, a national charity dedicated to educating, advocating and saving the lives of pit bull type dogs.

Fall Folk: The Ditchwalkers
2025-09-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Introducing Fall Folk — a new, free music series at the Center for the Arts celebrating the rich sounds of folk music. Cozy up for intimate performances from talented artists, all set against the backdrop of crisp autumn evenings. No tickets needed. Simply show up, enjoy the sounds, and grab a complimentary drink on us!
Discover the Vintage Market at Fall FolkArrive early and explore a curated Vintage Market hosted by Sylvia, happening in the Kinder Padon Gallery from 5 PM–7 PM. Browse unique finds and timeless treasures during Fall Folk music sets!

The Ditchwalkers are a homegrown Crested Butte trio featuring Matt Shugert (guitar), Madeline Shugert (banjo), and Lizzy Plotkin (fiddle). Rooted in the rhythms of mountain life, their music weaves heartfelt harmonies with acoustic instrumentation, drawing from old-time, folk, and Appalachian traditions. Whether on a back porch or local stage, The Ditchwalkers bring an authentic sound that’s as wild and warm as the high country they call home.
Donate to support free music at the Center!

Cookbook Club: Kin
2025-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we’re savoring the tail-end of summer with a special edition of Cookbook Club! Join us for a collaborative potluck inspired by Kin: Caribbean Recipes for the Modern Kitchen by Marie Mitchell. This gathering celebrates the bold, sun-soaked flavors of the Caribbean—perfect for bridging the seasons with bright, vibrant spices and fresh, island-inspired dishes. Pick up a copy at Townie Books or borrow ours, sign up for a dish, and bring your flavorful creation to share. We’ll set the table and provide the wine—it’s a delicious way to hold onto summer a little longer while connecting with fellow food lovers!
2025 Wine + Food Summer Series

The Crucial Role of Field Stations in Science
2025-09-19 18:30 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Presented by: Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory
Join The Organization of Biological Field Stations for The Crucial Role of Field Stations in Science, featuring Miles O’Brien, national science correspondent for PBS NewsHour.
Buy Tickets Here

Crested Butte Film Festival
2025-09-24 - 2025-09-28 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
In a unique mountain setting, Crested Butte Film Festival enriches our audiences by sharing immersive and captivating films that inspire conversation, create community and connect us to the larger world.
Learn more at cbfilmfest.org

YoGo 2025 Fall Retreat
2025-09-29 07:30 - 2025-10-01 20:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Nurture yourself and join us for the annual YoGo retreat in Crested Butte, Colorado. This is a wonderful opportunity to relax and reconnect through mindful yoga, immersion in nature, and connecting with fellow yogis. Enjoy sound therapy, daily yoga nidra meditations, and nourishing Ayurvedic cuisine. You can participate as a local or reserve your stay at the beautiful retreat property. Please note that this retreat is limited to 20 participants, so reserve your spot now!
For more information, click here!

After the Snowfall by Matchstick Productions Show 1
2025-10-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Showtime 1 | Doors 6 PM | Showtime: 7 PM
Opening on a quiet, storm-buried morning, After The Snowfall is a high-octane and heartfelt journey through the culture and chaos of modern skiing. Filmed in stunning locations from the Lyngen Alps of Norway to the heli-accessed steeps of British Columbia, the film showcases an
elite crew of skiers, including Michelle Parker, Nikolai Schirmer, Nico Porteous, Caite Zeliff, and more, pushing boundaries with jaw-dropping style and skill.
But this is not just a story about pros. It is about the everyday ski bum, the weekend warrior, and the mountain town lifer whose passion burns just as bright. Interwoven throughout the action are honest and irreverent reflections from both athletes and everyday skiers on what skiing means to them; why they risk injury, chase fleeting storms, and build their lives around snow. The film explores both the literal mountains they climb and the internal terrain they navigate: personal growth, camaraderie, obsession, and joy.
With Matchstick Productions’ signature blend of cinematic artistry and raw stoke, After The Snowfall is a reminder that skiing is more than a sport, it is a way of life. Presented by Toyota and supported by The North Face and Stanley, this film is a tribute to the people, places, and powder turns that make it all worth it.
View the trailer
Cast:
Mark Abma
Dennis Ranalter
Logan Pehota
Craig Murray
Janelle Yip
Nico Porteous
Jess Hotter
Finn Bilous
Ben Richards
Tonje Kvivik
Marcus Goguen
John Rollins
Nadine Wallner
Coline Ballet-Baz
Michelle Parker
Caite Zeliff
Sam Cohen
Xander Guldman
Sam Smoothy
Karl Fostvedt
Parker White
Nikolai Schirmer
Jacob Wester
Shot on Location:
CMH Heli Skiing Monashees Lodge, BC
Palisades Tahoe, CA
Arapahoe Basin, CO
Steamboat, CO
Haines, Alaska
Lyngen Alps, Norway
Myoko, Japan
Skull Island, BC
Tordrillo Mountains, AK
Whistler, BC

After the Snowfall by Matchstick Productions Show 2
2025-10-04 21:30 - 22:30 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Showtime 2 | Doors Open: 8:30 PM | Showtime: 9:30 PM
Opening on a quiet, storm-buried morning, After The Snowfall is a high-octane and heartfelt journey through the culture and chaos of modern skiing. Filmed in stunning locations from the Lyngen Alps of Norway to the heli-accessed steeps of British Columbia, the film showcases an
elite crew of skiers, including Michelle Parker, Nikolai Schirmer, Nico Porteous, Caite Zeliff, and more, pushing boundaries with jaw-dropping style and skill.
But this is not just a story about pros. It is about the everyday ski bum, the weekend warrior, and the mountain town lifer whose passion burns just as bright. Interwoven throughout the action are honest and irreverent reflections from both athletes and everyday skiers on what skiing means to them; why they risk injury, chase fleeting storms, and build their lives around snow. The film explores both the literal mountains they climb and the internal terrain they navigate: personal growth, camaraderie, obsession, and joy.
With Matchstick Productions’ signature blend of cinematic artistry and raw stoke, After The Snowfall is a reminder that skiing is more than a sport, it is a way of life. Presented by Toyota and supported by The North Face and Stanley, this film is a tribute to the people, places, and powder turns that make it all worth it.
View the trailer
Cast:
Mark Abma
Dennis Ranalter
Logan Pehota
Craig Murray
Janelle Yip
Nico Porteous
Jess Hotter
Finn Bilous
Ben Richards
Tonje Kvivik
Marcus Goguen
John Rollins
Nadine Wallner
Coline Ballet-Baz
Michelle Parker
Caite Zeliff
Sam Cohen
Xander Guldman
Sam Smoothy
Karl Fostvedt
Parker White
Nikolai Schirmer
Jacob Wester
Shot on Location:
CMH Heli Skiing Monashees Lodge, BC
Palisades Tahoe, CA
Arapahoe Basin, CO
Steamboat, CO
Haines, Alaska
Lyngen Alps, Norway
Myoko, Japan
Skull Island, BC
Tordrillo Mountains, AK
Whistler, BC

Fall Folk: The ReMemberers
2025-10-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Introducing Fall Folk — a new, free music series at the Center for the Arts celebrating the rich sounds of folk music. Cozy up for intimate performances from talented artists, all set against the backdrop of crisp autumn evenings. No tickets needed. Simply show up, enjoy the sounds, and grab a complimentary drink on us!
Discover the Vintage Market at Fall FolkArrive early and explore a curated Vintage Market hosted by Sylvia, happening in the Kinder Padon Gallery from 5 PM–7 PM. Browse unique finds and timeless treasures during Fall Folk music sets!

The ReMemberers is a multidisciplinary performance collective blending ritual storytelling, sacred song, and live instrumentation into a prismatic experience of traditional myth and memory. Part theatre, part concert, part ceremony. Annie Southard’s numinous vocalizations, Alex Harvey’s vibrating strings, and John de Kadt’s masterful storytelling converge in a dynamic interplay that transports audiences into states of poetic resonance. Their performances awaken ancient tales from folkloric and mystical traditions, live-scored, with both traditional and original melodies from around the world.
Each gathering hosted by The ReMemberers invites listeners to journey inward, exploring the shifting contours of their inner mythologies through an encounter with a traditional wisdom tale. Through spiraling rhythms, layered exposition, and playful revelation, the performance dissolves psychic boundaries and reconnects the dismembered parts of the audience’s individual, collective, and ancestral subconscious. This communion of spoken word and sacred song knits together some of the most profound and enduring customs of being human.
The ReMemberers are:

John de Kadt
An internationally acclaimed percussionist and storyteller whose work has captivated audiences across Europe, Asia, and North America. A master of global rhythms and spoken word, John has performed alongside legendary artists such as Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead, kirtan luminaries Krishna Das and Jai Uttal, yoga pioneer Shiva Rea, and devotional song maestro Gaura Vani. His artistry has earned him over 100 million streams across 194 countries and a global reputation as a transformative performer. John brings music and traditional storytelling into an immersive weave that, while time-honored as the hills, is extremely rare nowadays. Inspired by his singular mentorship under the legendary mythologist Robert Bly and later collaborations with master storyteller Martin Shaw, John has channeled his ritualized myth-spinning to an intensity that commands attention on the world stage. He has performed his traditional drum stories at leading institutions including the Omega Institute, Kripalu Center, The Open Center, the Great Mother Conference, Yoga Mela in Sweden, the Bali Spirit Festival in Indonesia, and Bhakti Fest in the United States.
Alex Harvey
A filmmaker, editor, writer, musician theatre director and folklorist – Alex has spent thirty years pushing the boundaries of how audiences experience storytelling.
Alex created, produced, and directed the feature film Walden: Life in the Woods, starring Academy Award nominee Demián Bichir. The film screened at festivals including Whistler, Oaxaca, Denver, and River Run before its release on Prime in 2019. His pandemic-themed sci-fi feature, space//space, premiered at Anthology Film Archives in 2023. Alex also wrote and directed The Unsilent Picture, a black-and-white silent film starring Bill Irwin, presented with live orchestral and foley performances as the centerpiece of Horseman’s Hollow Festival in 2018 and 2019. Alex co-directed and produced I Am A Seagull, a hybrid film by the Lake Lucille Chekhov Project, which premiered at The Public Theatre’s Under the Radar Festival and toured globally. He apprenticed under Allen Coulter on HBO’s Boardwalk Empire and has presented video art projects like SONNET23 at Festival Cine Futuro in Brazil. HE also Edited feature docs, The Last Ecstatic Days and In Case We Never Meet Again.
An accomplished musician & composer, Alex co – composed the live score for Buster Keaton’s THE BALLOONATIC for The Public Theater’s 2010 Under the Radar Festival, as well as music for the 2016 Sundance Grand Jury Prize winning Documentary, WEINER. He has worked as a producer on two recently released albums, STEAMBOAT POP and ASTROV’S LOUNGE LIVE AT JOES PUB . Alex led the popular traditional swing band, The 5000 Jazz Assasins and was the mandolinist for Michael Cerveris’ band Loose Cattle. He is currently touring with three music projects: the Brazilian duo ELEFANTES DISTANTES, the Indigenous storytelling collective THE RE-MEMBERERS and his sea shanty and ballad duo SHINBONE ALLEY. He is also a conscious dying ceremonialist and end of life doula.
Annie Southard
A singer-songwriter, voice therapist, and ceremonialist. She is the head of sound healing modalities at Miraval Berkshires – a world renowned wellness destination retreat. With certifications in sound healing and voice therapy she has over 20 years of experience working with individuals through various transformational processes.
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Community Art Open Studio: The Color of Snow
2025-10-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
FREE community art + craft afternoon to work on your canvas for the fundraiser exhibition The Color of Snow. Come use our vast selection of art supplies to bring your canvas to life! Join us in filling the gallery walls with hundreds of 6×6 works that showcase the creativity of our community. Participation is free, fun, and for a great cause!

Off the Page: A Literary Talk with Bill McKibben
2025-10-08 18:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
doors 5pm | talk 6pm
Acclaimed environmentalist Bill McKibben, author of more than 20 books, comes to Crested Butte with his latest release, Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization. McKibben, is one of the first to sound the alarm about the climate crisis and insists this moment is also full of possibility. Energy from the sun and wind is suddenly the cheapest power on the planet and growing faster than any energy source in history—if we can keep accelerating the pace, we have a chance.
In the last two years, Bill McKibben traced the arrival of plentiful, inexpensive solar energy and shows how solar power is more than just a path out of the climate crisis: it is a chance to reorder the world on saner and more humane grounds. You can’t hoard solar energy or hold it in reserves—it’s available to all.
There’s no guarantee we can make this change in time, but there is a hope—in McKibben’s eyes, our best hope for a new civilization: one that looks up to the sun, every day, as the star that fuels our world.
Bill McKibben will talk about his new book followed by a conversation with climate activist Auden Schendler. Schendler spent twenty-six years running sustainability programs at Aspen One. He focuses on scale solutions to climate change, including clean-energy development, policy, advocacy, movement building, and activism. He is working to mobilize the outdoor industry as a political force and is author of the book, Terrible Beauty: Reckoning with Climate Complicity and Rediscovering Our Soul.
Join sponsors GV Heat, GCEA, Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory, and the Town of Crested Butte before and after the program to learn about local sustainability efforts and opportunities to make a personal impact on climate issues. Townie Books will be on hand with books by both authors. The event is free and open to the public.

Fall Folk: Natalie Spears and David Brown
2025-10-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 Sixth Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Introducing Fall Folk — a new, free music series at the Center for the Arts celebrating the rich sounds of folk music. Cozy up for intimate performances from talented artists, all set against the backdrop of crisp autumn evenings. No tickets needed. Simply show up, enjoy the sounds, and grab a complimentary drink on us!
Food
Arrive early and arrive hungry! Mount Kaz will now be on-site serving delicious food from 5pm-7:30pm – come early, grab a bite, and enjoy the night!
Discover the Vintage Market at Fall FolkArrive early and explore a curated Vintage Market hosted by Sylvia, happening in the Kinder Padon Gallery from 4:30–7:30 PM. Browse unique finds and timeless treasures before and after the Fall Folk music sets from 5–7 PM—the perfect pairing of shopping and live music!

Natalie Spears & David Brown are a duo rooted in old songs and new ideas. With double clawhammer banjos, close harmonies, and a deep reverence for traditional music, they reimagine roots and old-time tunes with fresh arrangements and thoughtful interpretation. Their sound is both grounded and exploratory, where tradition meets experimentation, and where ancient songs are sung anew.
Together, they blend Natalie’s evocative voice and multi-instrumentalism with David’s groove-driven sensibility and global folk influences. Their music inhabits a space where clawhammer banjo meets subtle rhythmic layering, and where the old becomes new again through inventive yet respectful reimagining.
David’s versatility shines not only through his banjo playing but also in his dynamic guitar work, which ranges from percussive rhythm to lyrical melodic lines. With decades of experience, including time with the genre-defying folk collective Rising Appalachia and his solo project Castanea, he brings a wide musical vocabulary and deep pocket to every collaboration.
Natalie brings a lyrical, expressive voice to the duo’s sound, interpreting traditional and contemporary folk material with intimacy and depth. In addition to her work with the duo, she is a seasoned songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose solo album The Hymn of Wild Things explores themes of wonder, loss, and transformation. Drawing on her background in ecology and storytelling, her music invites listeners into a deeper connection with the natural world and the human heart.
Whether reviving an old ballad or exploring a new folk composition, Natalie Spears & David Brown offer a musical experience that is both timeless and alive, an honoring of tradition through artful interpretation and inspired musicianship.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRllnrGnSQI
Socials: David Brown Insta, Natalie Spears Insta
Website: Nataliespears.com
