Events in Vail

Ailey II - The Next Generation of Dance showcases the nexus of early-career talent and today's emerging choreographers, breathing life into Alvin Ailey's innovative vision of providing engaging and inclusive dance performances. Under the selfless mentorship of Artistic Director Francesca Harper, the future-focused event propagates fresh perspectives while actively nurturing original creative voices, peppered with hearty applause and adulation by the likes of The New Yorker, The New York Times, and Dance Magazine.

With the familiar tale of Mowgli rejuvenated through captivating visuals, impressive shadowplay, and innovative music, The Jungle Book promises an unforgettable walk through Mowgli's wolf-raised childhood in India all the way up to the present urban jungle. Media reviews praise its joyous retelling that delights both children and adults alike, giving attendees a magical experience akin to tumbling into a splendidly illustrated children's storybook.

Sinfónica de Minería, one of Latin America's most renowned orchestras, is famed for not only its Grammy-winning externals but also its significant contribution to culture, endorsed by its strong commitment to excellence in performing a diverse repertoire and invoking social change through music. Boasting affiliations with a spectrum of global talents and deeply rooted in Latin heritage, this unique orchestra, beyond its regular virtuous performances, is also wholly invested in fostering musical talents through intensive masterclasses and innovative educational projects, showcasing the sublime potential of music as an instrument for bridging divides and inspiring positive societal contribution.

Famed Emmy Award winner Richard Thomas masterfully reincarnates Mark Twain in the revered one-man play, Mark Twain Tonight. Celebrate amplified comedy in the shoes of the renowned Mark Twain, enjoyed by generations for its profound humor and wisdom, depicted here by a versatile performer known from roles in Broadway's "Our Town", household favorites "To Kill a Mockingbird", "Ozark" on Netflix, to his most known personification of John-Boy Walton.

Immerse yourself in the electrifying rhythms of Pedrito Martínez, a gifted Afro-Cuban performer born in Havana's animated rumba scene, noted widely for his mastery of Afro-Cuban folkloric music and bat drumming. Having showcased remarkable talent in over 75 albums alongside music titans such as Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, and Sting, Pedrito certainly knows how to raise the bar high with symphonic exuberance - from his Grammy-nominated album in 2013 to playing alongside Cuban supernova Camila Cabello, attendees will be sweltering in his tuneful flames of rhythm and beats.

The Galvin Cello Quartet uses the renowned richness and emotional depth of the cello to reimagine classic piano compositions like Mozart's Four-Hand Sonata, Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, and Schumann's Kinderszenen. Attendees can expect a program that highlights the instrument's unearthed capabilities to deliver stunning new interpretations of piano masterpieces while retaining the encapsulating appeal and emotion of the original compositions.

Discover an extraordinary dance performance influenced heavily by the French-Algerian background of its ambitious choreographer. The show beautifully integrates contemporary and urban moves, martial arts, and capoeira, producing a gravity-defying spectacle that traces the choreographer's roots as depicted in renowned Algerian author Yasmina Khadra's novel, What The Day Owes To The Night.

Witness pure genius unfold with guitar-centric artistry by the accomplished Assad Brothers, bringing to life sonic enchantments with an impressive variety of styles that include folk, jazz, Latin, classical, Baroque keyboard literature, and adaptations from keyboard maestros across generations. Thanks to their profound musicianship and grit, Sergio and Odair Assad markedly influenced a new standard on the performance of guitar ensemble music and have found acclaim and inspiration from globally admired artists and composers, thus defining their shows, layered with thrilling family traditions, significantly embracing composers, unearthed compositions, and mind-blowing collaborations.

Peppa Pig secondary features will present the Peppa Pig: My First Concert - an interactive documentary that guides children 18 months and older through the amazing sounds belonging to a live orchestra. A revered guest character from Peppa Pig encourages child participation during a post-performance meeting where inclusive types of interaction, like a daunting photo moment, overlooking a snugly toy, and mesmerizing unforeseen tokens.

Since releasing his debut album Trouble in 2004, Ray LaMontagne has gone on to establish himself as one of the most important voices in modern Americana. LaMontagne's compositions have garnered critical acclaim and earned him Grammy and Juno Award nominations, as well as appearances on albums from the likes of Robert Plant and Willie Nelson.