UPCOMING EVENTS
Velveteen Auditions
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Open to Adult & Youth Performers (Ages 12 and up)
SEP 9 & 10
REGISTRATION REQUIRED (see below)
WHAT IS VELVETEEN?
Crafted and composed by local artist Jesse Morgan, directed by Andrew Munz, alongside a growing team of collaborators, velveteen is an imaginative retelling of Margery William's beloved story about a toy rabbit who yearns to be real.
The show will run around 80 minutes, no intermission. Appropriate for all ages (though, there are some spookier elements as we are performing this during Halloween).
WHAT ARE THE DATES?
Rehearsals begin September 15, Tuesdays - Fridays 5:30pm to 8:00pm, and Saturdays 1:00pm to 5:00pm. No rehearsals on Sundays.
8 Shows. Performances October 23 - November 1
(Thurs - Sat evenings @ 7:00pm, Sat matinee @ 2:00pm)
Registration closes Monday, September 8 @ 4:00 PM
Oakley Boycott in SILENCE
An Interactive Installation in the Pink Garter Theatre Lobby
Free.
”SILENCE” is a durational performance piece, inspired by Marina Ambramovic’s “The Artist is Present” performed by Wyoming-based endurance artist Oakley Boycott. Originally mounted in 2019 as a part of “Destiny Manifests” in New York City, this is the first installment of the “SENSE” series, preceding the works “ECHO” and “NOISE”. This performance is also part of a larger durational piece: “737” which will log 737 performance hours of “SILENCE” before 2029.
Boycott will remain seated across from an empty chair in the theatre lobby during TUMBLEFEST hours with no breaks, no talking, no eating, no drinking and limited movement. Attendees are welcome to sit as long as is wanted or as needed.
All performances will be live streamed.
SESSION SCHEDULE
(30 Hours)
THURS. SEPTEMBER 18 | 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
FRI. SEPTEMBER 19 | 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT. SEPTEMBER 20 | 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
SUN. SEPTEMBER 21 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
ARTIST TALKBACK
SUN. SEPTEMBER 21 @ 6:00 PM
Immediately following the Sunday session, Oakley will present a talkback on the Pink Garter Stage.
All participants are welcome and encouraged to return.
Free.
https://www.oakleyboycott.com/
@oakleyboycott
TUMBLEFEST: Lessons From 13,000 Feet
Lessons from 13,000 Feet: Stories of Adventure, Risk & Survival in the High Alpine
Presented by Teton County Search and Rescue, with support from Tumbleweed Creative Arts
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Doors at 6:00pm | Event begins 6:15pm
$10* General Admission
(all proceeds go to TCSAR)
This is an alcohol-free event.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
What happens when the line between thrill and danger disappears?
Join us for an unforgettable evening of storytelling featuring first responders, survivors and seasoned mountaineers who have faced the realities of life above the tree line. Raw, gripping, and deeply human, these true stories explore the high stakes of alpine adventure, the spirit of rescue and camaraderie, and what it means to be prepared when everything goes wrong.
Speaker Lineup
AJ Wheeler (TCSAR), Jesse Stover (rescuee), Ashlely Didion (TCSAR), Tami Razinger (rescuee), Dan Wenker (rescuee), Nick Armitage (Jenny Lake Rangers) & George Montopoli (Jenny Lake Rangers)
Teton County Search and Rescue (TCSAR) exists to save lives in the backcountry, and educate our local community before emergencies happen. This special collaboration raises awareness through powerful storytelling, while funding the important work TCSAR does year-round.
Learn more at: https://www.tetoncountysar.org
Co-sponsored by Backcountry Zero, Jenny Lake Rangers, TIPS, Teton Climber's Coalition, Bridger Teton Avalanche Center,
Rendezvu Gear + Guides, and Tumbleweed Creative Arts.
* If cost is a concern, email Maddie Johnson (maddie@tetoncountysar.org). We’ve got you covered.
Part of TUMBLEFEST: a celebration of local art and community culture
TUMBLEFEST: An Evening of Original Music
An Evening of Original Music
Friday, September 19, 2025
Doors at 6:00pm | Event begins 6:30pm - 9:00pm
$10 General Admission
This is an alcohol-free event.
The original music of a community is right at the heart of a place, and this exclusive event brings together some of the greatest up-and-coming songwriters Jackson Hole has to offer. Each musician will play original work they have created and speak to their process.
This is the feeling, the life, the sound, and stories of life.
Featuring original music by Hilary Camino, Pat Chadwick, Zach Freidhof, Joe Hunt, Bea Jones, Paul Nemirovsky, Jes Neuhaus and Joe Rudd
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
Part of TUMBLEFEST: a celebration of local art and community culture
TUMBLEFEST: Sven’s Sublime Circus Sampler
Sven’s Sublime Circus Sampler
(workshop & performance hour)
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Workshop: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Micro Performance w/ participants: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
$10 Per Participant
Recommended for adults & young folk (ages 10+)
This is an alcohol-free event.
Circus Arts master Sven Jorgensen is excited to guide participants through a variety of ground based circus arts including juggling, acro, object manipulation and choreography while discovering new creative tools to fuel your journey.
This will be an all ages and all abilities circus session that will be fun and insightful for anyone who loves to move their body.
Participants should bring at least one object they want to create with, clothing that is comfortable to move in, water and snacks.
Those who would like, are invited to stay for the performance power hour from 3:00pm - 4:00pm during which we will choreograph and film a micro-show!
PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING:
a.) at least one random object to create with,
b.) clothing that is comfortable to move in,
c.) a water bottle (filling station in the lobby) & snacks
Part of TUMBLEFEST: a celebration of local art and community culture
TUMBLEFEST: Scene One
Scene One: New Theatre Projects
Saturday, September 20, 2025
Doors: 6:00pm
Show: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
$10 General Admission
This is an alcohol-free event.
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
There are few theaters in the Rocky Mountain West that consistently produce original work, and Tumbleweed is proud to be one of them.
This exclusive event lifts the curtain on upcoming theatrical projects created by local playwrights.
First, a sneak preview of the 2025 - 2026 season, featuring excerpts from upcoming projects.
Then, local playwrights Hugh Reid and Rowan Logan, along with a collection of their friends will present the very first look at the upcoming Tumbleweed musical: “IF THE WALLS COULD TALK”. Currently in development through Tumbleweed’s newly-formed Scene One mentorship program, “If The Walls Could Talk” is a full-length comedy about two best friends who have their relationship tested when casting for the new high school musical doesn’t go exactly as planned. A few scenes will be performed by a full cast and feedback will be collected from the audience.
The night will conclude with the Jackson debut of “TUMBLEWEED: DISPATCHES FROM THE INEQUALITY STATE”, a dramatic and personal true story of Artistic Director Andrew Munz’s journey to becoming an advocate for underrepresented local voices, especially his own. First performed in 2019 as part of “Destiny Manifests” and then again in August 2025 at the 2nd Annual Wyoming Fringe Festival in Casper, this is the first time the show has been performed in his hometown. Often known for his comedy, this intimate one-time performance shows Munz at his most vulnerable and his most honest. Note: there are a few moments of strong language in this performance.
Part of TUMBLEFEST: a celebration of local art and community culture
TUMBLEFEST: Rise and Recenter
Rise & Recenter: Healing Through Art
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Doors: 10:30am
Workshop: 11:00am - 2:00pm
$10 Per Participant
This is an alcohol-free event.
Register Here
Tumbleweed invites you to slow down, breathe deep, and return to your creative core. This intimate gathering blends mindful movement, sound healing, discussion, and art-making to nourish the whole self—body, mind, and spirit. Whether you’re an artist feeling stuck or a community member seeking connection, this workshop offers a restorative space and a curated series of events to reset and reconnect.
Attend What You Need
This is a choose-your-own-journey kind of day. You’re welcome to stay for the full experience or just drop in for the sessions that speak to you. No pressure or judgment; just space to reconnect in your own way.
11:00 – 11:45 AM | Music as Medicine
Led by Chelse Wren and featuring live music by Zach Freidhof, this opening session weaves gentle qigong movements into a calming sound bath. Let vibration and breath guide you back to center.
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Moving Through Creative Blocks
Explore the intersection of creativity and wellness in this engaging discussion with Chelse Wren, artist, qigong instructor, and women’s-centered coach. Learn tools to release internal resistance and reignite your creative flow.
12:45 – 1:30 PM | Community Connection & Resilience
A lightly facilitated time for dialogue, reflection, and resource sharing. Build bonds with others on the journey and discover strength in shared vulnerability.
1:30 – 2:00 PM | Watercolor for Zen
Close the day with a calming art therapy session guided by Leann Dzemske, ATRLPC. You don’t need to be a “painter”—just come ready to explore color, calm, and expression through watercolor (materials will be provided, but bring your own if you have them!).
TUMBLEFEST: Short Film Showcase
Short Film Showcase
Sunday, September 21, 2025
Doors: 2:45pm
Show: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
$10 Tickets
This is an alcohol-free event.
A mini film festival featuring short films created by local filmmakers.
Films include entries to:
2024 Tumbleweed Short Film Showdown
2024 & 2025 Wyoming 48 Hour Film Festival
[More info coming soon!]