The late art deco icon Tamara de Lempicka’s life has long been shrouded in mystery. When describing her — a Polish, Jewish, bisexual, self-made and sought-after painter — one of her quotes comes to mind: “I live on the fringe of society, and rules of normal society have no currency for those who live on […]
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TRTC captures human essences in ‘Tiny Beautiful Things’
Content warning: This article mentions the topics of child sexual abuse, rape, child loss and drug use. On Valentine’s Day, Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC) debuted its third main stage show, “Tiny Beautiful Things.” It runs 82 minutes total with no intermission and takes audiences on a journey through the spectrum of the human condition, […]
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Olivia Pevec embarks on bardhood journey
Longtime Carbondale local Olivia Pevec is touring the Valley and beyond with her newest project: “Olivia the Bard, Wayfaring Stranger.” This solo show includes magical elements and messages of self-love with house concert and venue dates all over the Front Range, Paonia and the Roaring Fork Valley, including a stop at Steve’s Guitars on Friday, […]
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Cook Inclusive extends open arms to downvalley LGBTQ+
After a first round of unofficial gatherings, Cook Inclusive is gearing up for the grand opening of its new Queer Resource Space in New Castle on March 8. It will serve as a hub for community activities, health and gender affirmation resources, and as a place where folks can gather and feel welcome, safe and […]
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Fashion Show set to wow with ‘Camera Obscura’
Preparations for the Carbondale Arts Fashion Show, formerly known as Green Is The New Black Fashion Extravaganza, are underway. And it’s no surprise that tickets are already sold out. Dancers are tightening their routines and models are rehearsing their walks down the runway to showcase sustainable fashions created by local designers. The show runs March […]
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‘Bloomsday’ explores the ‘what if?’
On Feb. 7, Sopris Theatre Company (STC) debuted its third show of the season, “Bloomsday,” by Steven Deitz. This bittersweet story of two whirlwind lovers takes place in Dublin, Ireland — both in the present and 35 years before.The lovers, Robbie and Caithleen, or Robert and Cait, met one another 35 years ago on a […]
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The Art Base presents ‘Imagenes de Nepantla’ by Tony Ortega
The newest exhibition at The Art Base in Basalt, “Imagenes de Nepantla,” debuted on Feb. 7. This showcase, created in collaboration with multi-medium, Denver-based artist Tony Ortega, explores the Nahuatl word and concept of “nepantla.” The word describes a state of “in-betweenness” which holds great significance in Chicano and Mexican art and reflects the cultural […]
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Tickets now on sale for Palisade Bluegrass Festival
Tickets are now available for the Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival, which has served as a weekend getaway for people in the Valley since its inception 17 years ago. The festival will take place June 6-8 with a plethora of bluegrass, roots and Americana acts ranging from big-name artists to up-and-coming ones: including a few […]
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DanceAspen presents ‘Ember Glow’ at Wheeler Opera House
On Feb. 15 and 16., at 7:30pm, DanceAspen will premier its two-night winter season production of “Ember Glow,” a showcase featuring works by the company’s own choreographers Matthew Gilmore and Jonah Delgado, as well as guest choreographers Gabrielle Lamb and Noelle Kayser. The works will focus on the rich local history of Aspen, and even […]
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What it meant to this writer to be seen
I became a writer when I was 18 and never imagined I would continue writing into my 20s. It was my first freelance job for my hometown paper, The Grand Gazette in Kremmling, Colorado. I was a senior in high school, on track to graduate a semester early and was looking to make and save […]