A&E Agenda: July 18 to July 24

The Fourth Annual Gala: A Moonlight Masquerade , July 18

DanceAspen’s summer gala and Moonlight Masquerade will take place from 5:30-9 p.m., Friday, July 18, at Hotel Jerome. This masked affair will celebrate the mystery of the masquerade and the “energy of dance” to set the stage for an unforgettable evening. The night begins with a cocktail hour at the Jerome Antler Bar, followed by a three-course dinner and a curated program featuring performances by DanceAspen artists, a live auction, and a Bandstand Competition. Hotel Jerome is located at 330 E. Main St. For more information, go to bolder.bid/bidapp/index.php?slug=danceaspen&id= or email info@danceaspen.org.

Chevy Metal will rock it up at Belly Up Aspen, July 20

The electrifying rock cover band Chevy Metal, which was co-founded by the late Taylor Hawkins of the Foo Fighters, will be performing on Sunday, July 20, at Belly Up Aspen. Wiley Hodgden will be on bass, Brent Woods on guitar, and Shane Hawkins — the 17-year-old son of Taylor Hawkins — on drums. Attendees can expect big energy and zero pretense during their one-night-only set in Aspen as the band covers 1970s and 1980s classic rock. Tickets are $67.65 for general admission, including all fees, with tickets for reserved seating available as well. For more information, go to bellyupaspen.com/events/chevy-metal-2.

Gray will bring her dynamic soul songs to Belly Up Aspen, July 21

Macy Gray, R&B soul singer, songwriter, and producer, will perform at 8:30 p.m., Monday, July 21, at Belly Up Aspen. Gray, originally from Canton, Ohio, went to Los Angeles to study scriptwriting at USC. In school, she started writing songs for friends. One day, the singer who was supposed to record the demo songs didn’t arrive. Gray stepped up and sang her own songs, and in that moment, she found her voice. That fateful day began her legendary career. The artist who broke onto the scene with her triple-platinum album will be performing her soul-spirited songs. The all-ages show requires those under 18 to attend with a parent or legal guardian. Tickets and meet-and-greets are listed on tickets.bellyupaspen.com/link/event?event=macy-gray-7-21-25.

Cinema Under the Stars co-presented with The Little Nell, July 21

Cinema Under the Stars at The Little Nell will present a free screening of “Field of Dreams” starring Kevin Costner. The film will start at 9 p.m., with the event opening at 7 p.m. Monday, July 21, at the base of Aspen Mountain. There will be a backup date in case of poor weather, for the same time on Tuesday, July 22. The movie in the mountains provides film lovers with seating, curated snacks, and beverages with options for picnic-style viewing or purchasing tickets for a luxury VIP service. There is limited free seating, so early attendance is encouraged. The event is generously underwritten by Laurel Gilbert, with sponsorship support from the McLendon Team and Díaz Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley. The movie run time is one hour and 47 minutes, and it is rated PG. For tickets, go to thelittlenell.com/experience/events-calendar#!/e/cinema-under-the-stars-jul-21-733e3d1d.

Mozart’s Così fan Tutte at the Wheeler Opera House in July

Aspen’s Opera Theater and VocalARTS program will perform Mozart’s “Così fan Tutte” on Monday, July 21; Wednesday, July 23; and Saturday, July 26, at the Wheeler Opera House. Opera luminary Renée Fleming makes her directorial debut, featuring rising stars from the Aspen Opera Theater and VocalARTS program. Audiences will see what unfolds when an old cynic makes a bet with two younger friends that their fiancées will be unfaithful. The plot may seem silly on its face, but through the genius of Mozart’s music and DaPonte’s libretto, there is an opportunity to discover deeper meanings and questions about the nature of love, the conflict between reason and emotion, and the consequences of idealizing others, along with what many consider the pinnacle of music written for the opera stage in the intimate and historic Wheeler Opera House. For tickets, visit aspenmusicfestival.com/events/calendar/cosi-fan-tutte-07-21-2025.

Move Movie Magic Film Camp for kids, July 21-25

The one-week Making Movie Magic Film Camp for 10- to 15 year-olds is an all-day, immersive opportunity to learn the world of filmmaking. It runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Students bring their own lunch, but snacks are provided), and the tuition is $470 per student with instruction in both English and Spanish. The event is run by Aspen Film in partnership with the Red Brick Center for the Arts. For registration, go to aspenfilm.org/making_movie-magic-camp-2025/#:~:text=Making%20Movie%20Magic!,produce%20short%20films%20and%20videos.

Hunter Hayes hits Belly Up Aspen with new performance, July 24

Hunter Hayes will perform at 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 24, at Belly Up Aspen. Hayes loves to change things up, shifting from country music into a new world that blends different genres. The multi-instrumentalist and platinum-selling artist is a prime example of the kind of musician who welcomes change and works to rewrite music’s rules. After his album, “Red Sky,” went platinum, Hayes carved his own path. On his album, “Red Sky,” the singer-songwriter creates memorable tunes and instantly catchy hooks. His music shows his influences and talent; he proves this by playing every instrument on his records. This Louisiana native has racked up more than two billion global streams since his first album came out. He also has six gold and platinum singles. It is an all-ages show. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tickets are available at bellyupaspen.com/events/hunter-hayes.