Salida SteamPlant
SteamPlant Films: Wicked
Salida SteamPlantMarch 29 | Doors at 6:30 pm and Showtime at 7:00 pm Salida SteamPlant Join the Salida Arts & Culture Department for a magical evening of singalongs, photo booths, and enchanting pre-show entertainment, all inspired by Wicked! Don’t forget to dress up as your favorite character from the Land of Oz – we highly encourage it! Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. (This film is rated PG with a run time of 160 minutes) Adult Admission – $10 12 and under – $8
Public Picasso at the Salida SteamPlant!
Salida SteamPlantArtist Reception at Salida SteamPlant: Andrew Dengate
Salida SteamPlantThe City of Salida Arts & Culture Department presents the March exhibit in the Paquette Gallery featuring the work of Andrew Dengate. Come and meet the artist at the Artist Reception in the Paquette Gallery at the Salida SteamPlant. Light refreshments and cash bar available.
Mountainfilm On Tour at the SteamPlant!
Salida SteamPlantMountainfilm on Tour is coming to Salida bringing a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. Held at the Steamplant Event Center on March 13, the show will explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission: to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world. Doors open for the event at 5:30pm and the show will kick off at 6pm. Snacks and beverages are available for purchase. Mountainfilm on Tour in Salida is hosted by the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) in partnership with Monarch Community Outreach, Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, Salida Mountain Sports and Pinon Real Estate – Celia Adamec. Tickets are $25/adults, $15/Under 18. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/GARNAMtnFilm2025
2025 Ascent Launch Event
Salida SteamPlantJoin us on Wednesday, March 12th, for the 2025 Ascent Launch Event, where big ideas take root and bold visions grow. This event brings together entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers for an evening of inspiration, connection, and forward-thinking conversations. We’re excited to introduce our 2025 accelerator cohort, showcasing the next wave of bold ventures shaping the future of Chaffee County and beyond. Special Announcement: We’re thrilled to welcome Jake Rishavy back as our event emcee. A visionary leader and Senior Advisor at Chaffee County EDC, Jake is also the mastermind behind the Central Mountain Ascent and has played a pivotal role in fostering its growth and success. His leadership has helped shape a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region, making him the perfect guide for this year’s event. With his expertise in innovation and economic development, Jake will set the stage for an evening of dynamic conversations, fresh insights, and new opportunities for entrepreneurs and business leaders alike. Keynote & Startup Story Spotlights Coming Next Week! Stay tuned for the official reveal of our keynote guests, bringing fresh perspectives and game-changing ideas to this year’s event. Tickets are on sale now, and this event will sell out. Don’t miss your chance to be part of Chaffee County’s premier gathering for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Reserve your spot today!
Sventastik Productions presents a Double Feature: The Lion King Jr. & Moana Jr.
Salida SteamPlantCome Explore the Magical Worlds of Disney’s Moana JR and Lion King JR Playing at The Steam Plant Theater in Salida, CO Sventastik Productions invites you on this ‘double-feature’ adventure, featuring two of Disney’s most captivating JR Shows. These shows, based on the feature films, provide a unique opportunity for kids of all ages to show their star potential, as they bring these two magical worlds to life. The cast includes kids from around Chaffee County and Saguache, with a directorial team led by Kyria Stange, the founder of Sventastik. Both shows feature journeys of self discovery, the importance of understanding heritage, courage in the face of adversity and the need to stand up and do what is right. Featuring all the classic songs from both movies, plus exciting new pieces written solely for the musicals, audiences will not be able to help but join in the fun, and find themselves fully immersed in these wonderful stories. So come set sail with us and discover your pride-land, on the 28th of February, the 1st or 2nd of March at the Steam Plant Theater in the heart of Salida. Disney’s Moana JR, and Lion King JR. are presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by Music Theatre International. For more information about licensing Moana JR. Lion King JR. or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com. Music Theatre International (MTI) is one of the world’s leading theatrical licensing agencies, granting theatres from around the world the rights to perform the greatest selection of musicals from Broadway and beyond. Founded in 1952 by composer Frank Loesser and orchestrator Don Walker, MTI is a driving force in advancing musical theatre as a vibrant and engaging art form. MTI works directly with the composers, lyricists and book writers of these musicals to provide official scripts, musical materials, and dynamic theatrical resources to over 70,000 professional, community, and school theatres in the US and in over 60 countries worldwide. MTI is particularly dedicated to educational theatre and has created special collections to meet the needs of various types of performers and audiences. MTI’s Broadway Junior™ shows are 30- and 60-minute musicals for performance by elementary and middle school-aged performers, while MTI’s School Editions are musicals annotated for performance by high school students.
Sventastik Productions presents a Double Feature: The Lion King Jr. & Moana Jr.
Salida SteamPlantCome Explore the Magical Worlds of Disney’s Moana JR and Lion King JR Playing at The Steam Plant Theater in Salida, CO Sventastik Productions invites you on this ‘double-feature’ adventure, featuring two of Disney’s most captivating JR Shows. These shows, based on the feature films, provide a unique opportunity for kids of all ages to show their star potential, as they bring these two magical worlds to life. The cast includes kids from around Chaffee County and Saguache, with a directorial team led by Kyria Stange, the founder of Sventastik. Both shows feature journeys of self discovery, the importance of understanding heritage, courage in the face of adversity and the need to stand up and do what is right. Featuring all the classic songs from both movies, plus exciting new pieces written solely for the musicals, audiences will not be able to help but join in the fun, and find themselves fully immersed in these wonderful stories. So come set sail with us and discover your pride-land, on the 28th of February, the 1st or 2nd of March at the Steam Plant Theater in the heart of Salida. Disney’s Moana JR, and Lion King JR. are presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by Music Theatre International. For more information about licensing Moana JR. Lion King JR. or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com. Music Theatre International (MTI) is one of the world’s leading theatrical licensing agencies, granting theatres from around the world the rights to perform the greatest selection of musicals from Broadway and beyond. Founded in 1952 by composer Frank Loesser and orchestrator Don Walker, MTI is a driving force in advancing musical theatre as a vibrant and engaging art form. MTI works directly with the composers, lyricists and book writers of these musicals to provide official scripts, musical materials, and dynamic theatrical resources to over 70,000 professional, community, and school theatres in the US and in over 60 countries worldwide. MTI is particularly dedicated to educational theatre and has created special collections to meet the needs of various types of performers and audiences. MTI’s Broadway Junior™ shows are 30- and 60-minute musicals for performance by elementary and middle school-aged performers, while MTI’s School Editions are musicals annotated for performance by high school students.
Sventastik Productions presents a Double Feature: The Lion King Jr. & Moana Jr.
Salida SteamPlantCome Explore the Magical Worlds of Disney’s Moana JR and Lion King JR Playing at The Steam Plant Theater in Salida, CO Sventastik Productions invites you on this ‘double-feature’ adventure, featuring two of Disney’s most captivating JR Shows. These shows, based on the feature films, provide a unique opportunity for kids of all ages to show their star potential, as they bring these two magical worlds to life. The cast includes kids from around Chaffee County and Saguache, with a directorial team led by Kyria Stange, the founder of Sventastik. Both shows feature journeys of self discovery, the importance of understanding heritage, courage in the face of adversity and the need to stand up and do what is right. Featuring all the classic songs from both movies, plus exciting new pieces written solely for the musicals, audiences will not be able to help but join in the fun, and find themselves fully immersed in these wonderful stories. So come set sail with us and discover your pride-land, on the 28th of February, the 1st or 2nd of March at the Steam Plant Theater in the heart of Salida. Disney’s Moana JR, and Lion King JR. are presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by Music Theatre International. For more information about licensing Moana JR. Lion King JR. or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com. Music Theatre International (MTI) is one of the world’s leading theatrical licensing agencies, granting theatres from around the world the rights to perform the greatest selection of musicals from Broadway and beyond. Founded in 1952 by composer Frank Loesser and orchestrator Don Walker, MTI is a driving force in advancing musical theatre as a vibrant and engaging art form. MTI works directly with the composers, lyricists and book writers of these musicals to provide official scripts, musical materials, and dynamic theatrical resources to over 70,000 professional, community, and school theatres in the US and in over 60 countries worldwide. MTI is particularly dedicated to educational theatre and has created special collections to meet the needs of various types of performers and audiences. MTI’s Broadway Junior™ shows are 30- and 60-minute musicals for performance by elementary and middle school-aged performers, while MTI’s School Editions are musicals annotated for performance by high school students.