Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Saturday, February 24, 2024
Twin Peaks Day
Feb 24 @ 11:30 am – 3:00 pm
DSSOLVR

TWIN PEAKS DAY

Diane, 11:30 a.m. February 24th.
Entering the town of Twin Peaks.

Join us for Twin Peak’s Day! At DSSOLVR Asheville

Featuring:
Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt: (11:30 AM – 3:00 PM)
Complimentary Coffee
Mount Patisserie’s Pastries:
The Lynchpins Live Set (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM):
The Red Room Photo Booth
Limited Edition Merch!
Art Pop-ups
Release of Cherry Pie Coffee Donut Stout!

Wedding Faire
Feb 24 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Atelier Maison & Co.

Join us on Saturday, February 24, from 12-5pm, as Atelier Maison proudly presents an exclusive Wedding Faire, creating an enchanting space for engaged couples to explore and connect with top-tier local wedding vendors. Immerse yourself in the sophisticated ambiance of our Asheville furniture studio while engaging with a carefully curated selection of professionals who excel in various aspects of the wedding industry. Admission is $15 ahead of time, and $25 day-of at the door.
Step into a world of bridal elegance and creativity as the Wedding Faire showcases renowned bridal gown designers, expert florists, talented photographers, innovative wedding planners, and more. This one-stop destination offers engaged couples the opportunity to discover the finest services for their special day.

Sunday, February 25, 2024
Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic + Feature Comedy
Feb 25 @ 6:30 pm
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co

Sunday February 25 Another Great Comedy Show at Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co, Theater 2! 6:30p, 18+, Get Dinner, Drinks & Laughs with the areas best standup comics. Featured and Open Mic Comedy. [Performing comics get FREE entry and pizza. ]
Get Your Tickets Now!! Hosted Mario Trevizo. Featuring Dante’ Quitman, Julia Macias & James Burks!!
For more info and other standup comedy shows go to sliceoflifecomedy.com or contact Michele at [email protected]

Thursday, February 29, 2024
Valentine’s Day Hotel Packages at The Radical
Feb 29 all-day
The Radical

Love and lust are in the air at The Radical, the boutique hotel in the heart of the River Arts District in Asheville, North Carolina. The edgy hotel is offering two spicy Valentine’s packages now through February 29 including late checkouts, bubbles, sweets and more.

Love birds can also indulge in Valentine’s specials at the hotel’s chophouse Golden Hour, helmed by James-Beard nominated restaurateur Jacob Sessoms. Or, they can dance the night away at an Anti-Valentine’s Day party at after/glow, The Radical’s in-house café and bar.

Guests must be 21+ to book, packages are subject to availability, and blackout dates apply. See here for reservations, below for package details, and let me know if you have any questions. Thank you!

“Let’s Get Into It” Package – The Radical has the pieces in place for an unforgettable night away or a full weekend escape this February. When guests check in at The Radical, they’ll be welcomed with:

-A New Indulgences Temptation II Adult Intimacy Kit featuring modern extras

-Bottle of Prosecco on ice

-Noon late checkout

“Sweet + Forbidden” Package – Elevate and enhance time together with the Sweet + Forbidden package at The Radical this February. Whether it is for a night away or a weekend escape, check in at The Radical and be welcomed with:

-3-piece box of Tabs Adult Dark Chocolate for two

-Bottle of Prosecco on ice

-Noon late checkout

Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Film Screening: “The Nature Makers”
Mar 12 all-day
Tryon Theatre

Join us for a free community movie night!
In a world increasingly dominated by humans, three teams of determined conservationists go to extraordinary lengths to save three threatened species in the American heartland. “The Nature Makers” is a moving portrait of passionate people and the creatures they’re fighting for. The screening is a collaboration of Conserving Carolina, Gardening for Life Project, and the Congregational Church UCC of Tryon.
Pre-registration is required at http://conservingcarolina.org/calendar.

Film Series: Jules et Jim
Mar 12 @ 2:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center
Showings: 2 pm Matinee & 7 pm “Jules et Jim” is a classic French New Wave film directed by François Truffaut and released in 1962. This iconic film explores the complexities of love, friendship, and the passage of time through the intertwined lives of its three central characters.

The story revolves around the close friendship between Jules (played by Oskar Werner), an Austrian, and Jim (played by Henri Serre), a Frenchman, who bond over their shared love for art and literature. Their friendship takes a fascinating turn when they both become infatuated with the free-spirited Catherine (played by Jeanne Moreau), an enigmatic and captivating woman.

What follows is a tale of love triangles, shifting relationships, and the consequences of desire. Set against the backdrop of Europe before and after World War I, “Jules et Jim” captures the spirit of the era and the evolving dynamics between its characters. The film explores themes of passion, freedom, and the inexorable passage of time, resulting in a bittersweet and thought-provoking cinematic experience.

Known for its innovative filmmaking techniques and unique narrative style, “Jules et Jim” is celebrated for its exploration of the complexities of love and friendship and its enduring influence on the world of cinema.

Jules et Jim
Mar 12 @ 2:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center

The story revolves around the close friendship between Jules (played by Oskar Werner), an Austrian, and Jim (played by Henri Serre), a Frenchman, who bond over their shared love for art and literature. Their friendship takes a fascinating turn when they both become infatuated with the free-spirited Catherine (played by Jeanne Moreau), an enigmatic and captivating woman.

What follows is a tale of love triangles, shifting relationships, and the consequences of desire. Set against the backdrop of Europe before and after World War I, “Jules et Jim” captures the spirit of the era and the evolving dynamics between its characters. The film explores themes of passion, freedom, and the inexorable passage of time, resulting in a bittersweet and thought-provoking cinematic experience.

Known for its innovative filmmaking techniques and unique narrative style, “Jules et Jim” is celebrated for its exploration of the complexities of love and friendship and its enduring influence on the world of cinema.

Saluda Library Speaker Series: Cherokee of the Carolinas
Mar 12 @ 2:00 pm
Saluda Branch of Polk County Libaries

Based on thirty years of research, Pickens County historian Dennis Chastain will present his slideshow, Cherokees of the Carolinas, a deep dive into the history and culture of the Cherokees who occupied this area for a thousand years.

St. Paddy’s Dinner + Irish Whiskey Tasting
Mar 12 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Jack of the Wood

Jack of the Wood and Pernod Ricard welcome you to join us for a five course gourmet Irish feast paired with expertly curated Irish Whiskeys. As you enjoy the dinner and each pour we will tell you a little information of the history of each whiskey you try. The night will be accompanied with a live traditional Irish session. The event will start at 6pm with a complimentary welcome cocktail and social hour. Dinner and the whiskey tasting will begin at 7pm. We will end the night with a dessert cocktail.

Tickets are $80 with gratuity included.

The dinner includes –

  • Welcome Cocktail
  • 5 course Irish Dinner
  • 4 pours of high end Irish Whiskeys with a brief education of each.
  • Dessert Cocktail
  • Live Traditional Irish Music

If you’re in need of a pint of Guinness to help wash down your meal, we will be serving all other beverages a la carte.

Please see the food menu below.

Irish Soda Bread with whipped herbed butter will be complimentary for all tables.

1st Course – Smoked Salmon

House-Cured Smoked Salmon With Dill Chèvre, Served On A Toasted Baguette And Topped With Shaved Horseradish.

2nd Course – Oyster

Oyster Deep-Fried In Risotto Served On The Half Shell With Creamy Swiss Chard.

3rd Course – Scotch Egg

Soft-Boiled Egg Wrapped In House-Made Sausage And Pork Cracklins Served With Lusty Monk Mustard And Greens.

4th Course – Short Ribs

8-Hour Slow-Cooked Guinness Short Ribs In A Mushroom Gravy Served With Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Carrots And Mashed Potatoes.

5th Course – Cake

Chocolate Guinness Cake With Bourbon Brown Butter Frosting.

Film Series: Jules et Jim
Mar 12 @ 7:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center
Showings: 2 pm Matinee & 7 pm “Jules et Jim” is a classic French New Wave film directed by François Truffaut and released in 1962. This iconic film explores the complexities of love, friendship, and the passage of time through the intertwined lives of its three central characters.

The story revolves around the close friendship between Jules (played by Oskar Werner), an Austrian, and Jim (played by Henri Serre), a Frenchman, who bond over their shared love for art and literature. Their friendship takes a fascinating turn when they both become infatuated with the free-spirited Catherine (played by Jeanne Moreau), an enigmatic and captivating woman.

What follows is a tale of love triangles, shifting relationships, and the consequences of desire. Set against the backdrop of Europe before and after World War I, “Jules et Jim” captures the spirit of the era and the evolving dynamics between its characters. The film explores themes of passion, freedom, and the inexorable passage of time, resulting in a bittersweet and thought-provoking cinematic experience.

Known for its innovative filmmaking techniques and unique narrative style, “Jules et Jim” is celebrated for its exploration of the complexities of love and friendship and its enduring influence on the world of cinema.

Jules et Jim
Mar 12 @ 7:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center

The story revolves around the close friendship between Jules (played by Oskar Werner), an Austrian, and Jim (played by Henri Serre), a Frenchman, who bond over their shared love for art and literature. Their friendship takes a fascinating turn when they both become infatuated with the free-spirited Catherine (played by Jeanne Moreau), an enigmatic and captivating woman.

What follows is a tale of love triangles, shifting relationships, and the consequences of desire. Set against the backdrop of Europe before and after World War I, “Jules et Jim” captures the spirit of the era and the evolving dynamics between its characters. The film explores themes of passion, freedom, and the inexorable passage of time, resulting in a bittersweet and thought-provoking cinematic experience.

Known for its innovative filmmaking techniques and unique narrative style, “Jules et Jim” is celebrated for its exploration of the complexities of love and friendship and its enduring influence on the world of cinema.

Standup Comedy in The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement
Mar 12 @ 7:00 pm
Pulp Lounge

Standup Comedy featuring Allison Shelnut
The Orange Peel’s Pulp
When: Tuesday March 12, 2024.
7p-9p, doors at 6:30p
Where:
The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge, 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown Asheville
Tickets: $15 (available at door or The Orange Peel website)
Cocktails available while you laugh the night away to some of the area’s best Stand Up Comics in a ridiculously fun adult environment!! Free snacks while availability lasts!
Hosted by Hilliary Begley, featuring Allison Shelnut open mic is 3-5m each, comics get in free with free snacks!
Host Hilliary Begley-
Hilliary will make you cry with laughter. With her larger that life personality!! Voted repeatedly Asheville’s Favorite comic in the Mountain Xpress. Film debut in the Netflix original Dumplin’ as Aunt Lucy, or “Jennifer Anniston’s fat sister,” In Austin Film Festival winning movie When We Last Spoke with Cloris Leachman, now streaming on Amazon Prime. https ://youtu.be/legRwEg4j-o
Featuring Allison Shelnut-
Allison once stole a hamster from the mall in Greensboro, North Carolina. It bit her. She deserved it. Allison is now a stand-up comedian based out of Asheville. Allison is known to engage the crowd on a wide range of topics from contraceptives to 90s toys. Outside of comedy you’ll find Allison in the woods with her darling dog, Jacob.
Contact Michele at [email protected] for more info!

St. Patrick’s Day with The Derina Harvey Band
Mar 12 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Parker Concert Hall

Derina Harvey leads the award-winning ​Celtic Rock group, the Derina Harvey Band (dHb). With a show that offers a fresh take on traditional folk songs as well as a few originals, Derina’s vibrant personality takes center stage with humor, storytelling, and, of course, her powerful vocals. dHb has been ​likened to a “rockier” version of Canada’s Great Big Sea​,​ if fronted by Adele​, and has earned a reputation as a ​high-energy live show​ that leaves many an audience out-of-breath and hollering from their seats!

dHb has covered a fair amount of Canada via the performing arts and festival circuits and is now poised to do the same in the United States​. They were smash hits at four juried US showcases – Arts Northwest (Best in Showcase Award), Western Arts Alliance, Performing Arts Exchange, Ohio Arts Professionals Network – and following these, the band has quickly begun to make inroads from coast to coast in the US.

The group enjoys a huge wave of online followers from across the globe via TikTok, where there was a sea shanty craze that started in 2020. dHb’s recording of Tom Lewis’s “The Last Shanty” was used in thousands of videos on the platform, introducing the band to a whole new generation of listeners.

Saturday, March 16, 2024
Lessons of the Kudzu Warriors
Mar 16 @ 10:30 am
Anne Elizabeth Surratt Nature Center, Walnut Creek Preserve

Come join us as members of the Kudzu Warriors share the knowledge they have gained from their many hours working to remove invasive plants near Tryon, NC. Participants can expect to learn about these plants, especially kudzu and its history, identification, and development, as well as various methods of invasive plant removal. There are many success stories, and native plants are returning to areas where the invasives have been removed.

Book Release – Where Monsters Prowl
Mar 16 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
The Emporium on Main

Celebrate the release of “Where Monsters Prowl”.  Meet the author, Fred von Kamecke, as he reads selections and talks about how the story came about – and get your own signed copy.  If you like reading a gripping tale, one that you can’t put down, and one that captures your imagination, then this is the book for you!  “Where Monsters Prowl” is a supernatural thriller, a page turner, a keep-the-lights-on read, and it delivers a solid, encouraging message.  At its heart it is a story of redemption, but the path to it is long, dark, and terrifying.

Sunday, March 17, 2024
M.A.G.M.A. Land of the Sky Gem Show
Mar 17 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Land of the Sky Event Venue

At our March Gem Show, over 25 vendors will have everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems, minerals & jewelry in the Southeast! We are only a 15-minute drive from Asheville in Swannanoa, NC. Entering the show is always free and this is a fun family-friendly event. Food and drink are available daily.

The Mountain Area Gem & Mineral Association presents:
The M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show

March 15-17, 2024
Gem Show hours:
Friday, March 15: 9 am- 6 pm
Saturday, March 16: 9 am- 6 pm
Sunday, March 17: 10 am- 4 pm

We have something for everyone, from seasoned rockhounds to new collectors and jewelry lovers. Our vendors enjoy sharing their expert knowledge and you’re sure to learn new things and find some great gems, minerals, and fossils.

The M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show happens 4 times a year and this is an event that you can keep coming back to!

The March 2024 M.A.G.M.A. Land of the Sky Gem Show will be the 26th gem show presented by the Mountain Area Gem & Mineral Association. Jacquot and Son Mining and crystal potential are sponsors. For show info and vendor spaces, contact Richard Jacquot at 828-779-4501.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Mar 17 @ 10:00 am
Jack of the Wood

Traditional Irish Music All Day! $5 cover starting at 7pm


Join us at Jack of the Wood for our annual ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION featuring traditional Irish food & drink specials and live Irish music all afternoon & evening!

COME EARLY! We’re opening at 10am to get your St. Paddy’s Party started!

FOOD SPECIALS! Classic Irish food will be served throughout the day!
*Note: our usual brunch offerings will not be served this weekend

DRINK SPECIALS! Guinness, Jameson, and green beer! Toast this feast day with your favorite Irish whiskey or draft! The libations will be flowing! SLAÍNTE!

SWAG! Festive freebies from our friends at Jameson & Guinness!

LIVE MUSIC! Our Traditional Irish Session will begin at 12pm and go until $7. No cover!

Stonehen takes the stage from 8-11pm! $5 cover starting at 7pm.

Asheville St. Patrick’s Day Treasure Hunt – Walking Team Scavenger Hunt!
Mar 17 @ 3:00 pm
Dssolvr

Guests will meet at Dssolvr (63 N. Lexington Ave., Asheville, NC 28801) and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow St. Patrick’s Day themed clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize!

The hunt involves walking a up to 2.0 miles in total and will take place rain or shine, so long as the weather does not become dangerous. The hunt typically takes about 60 minutes to complete.

Children under 10 years old are welcome to participate for free with the purchase of an Adult ticket.

St Patty’s Day Comedy at Asheville Pizza
Mar 17 @ 6:30 pm
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co

Standup Comedy celebrating St. Patty’s Day at Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company with Ryan Cox Featuring
Jason Webb,
Cheney Goodson & Sarah Love with a comedy open mic. Get dinner drinks and laughs. Tickets at https://www.ashevillebrewing.com/buy-tickets

St Patty’s Day Comedy at Asheville Pizza
Mar 17 @ 6:30 pm
Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co

Standup Comedy celebrating St. Patty’s Day at Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company with Ryan Cox Featuring
Jason Webb,
Cheney Goodson & Sarah Love with a comedy open mic. Get dinner drinks and laughs. Tickets at https://www.ashevillebrewing.com/buy-tickets
Contact Michele at [email protected] for more info

Monday, March 18, 2024
22nd Asheville Fringe Festival: Film Shorts
Mar 18 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Grail Moviehouse
Friday, March 22, 2024
The Asheville Files–A Comedy show all about Asheville NC
Mar 22 @ 7:00 pm
plēb urban winery

The Asheville Files–A Comedy show all about Asheville NC
Brought to you by Slice of Life Comedy
March 22, 2024 at pleb urban winery 289 Lyman Street in the heart of the River District
Hosts: Marlene Thompson & Petey Smith-McDowell
A comedy show about Asheville North Carolina and all the conspiracies that lie within the city.
Features:
James Harrod
Cary Goff
Blaine Perry
Located at 289 Lyman Street, Asheville, NC 28801, plēb urban winery offers the perfect setting for an evening of comedy and wine pairings in the heart of the River Art District. Food options will be available!
Uncork the laughs as Petey Smith McDowell & Marlene Thompson dive into a comedic conspiracy at the plēb urban winery featuring standup comedians Cary Goff, James Harrod and Blaine Perry
Embark on a laughter-filled journey in the heart of the mysterious Blue Ridge Mountains, where unexplained occurrences meet the tumultuous rhythm of Asheville, uncover a city that comedically defies ordinary or sanity.
The truth is out there: DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW
Promo code: AVLCOMEDYFILES $3 off

The Asheville Files–A Comedy show all about Asheville NC
Mar 22 @ 7:00 pm
plēb urban winery

The Asheville Files–A Comedy show all about Asheville NC
Brought to you by Slice of Life Comedy
March 22, 2024 at pleb urban winery 289 Lyman Street in the heart of the River District
Hosts: Marlene Thompson & Petey Smith-McDowell
A comedy show about Asheville North Carolina and all the conspiracies that lie within the city.
Features:
James Harrod
Cary Goff
Blaine Perry
Located at 289 Lyman Street, Asheville, NC 28801, plēb urban winery offers the perfect setting for an evening of comedy and wine pairings in the heart of the River Art District. Food options will be available!
Uncork the laughs as Petey Smith McDowell & Marlene Thompson dive into a comedic conspiracy at the plēb urban winery featuring standup comedians Cary Goff, James Harrod and Blaine Perry
Embark on a laughter-filled journey in the heart of the mysterious Blue Ridge Mountains, where unexplained occurrences meet the tumultuous rhythm of Asheville, uncover a city that comedically defies ordinary or sanity.
The truth is out there: DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW
Promo code: AVLCOMEDYFILES $3 off

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
“Woman In Motion” a Documentary
Mar 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Swannanoa Library
Nichelle Nichols’ daunting task to launch a national blitz for NASA, recruiting 8,000 of the nation’s best and brightest, including the trailblazing astronauts who became the first Black, Asian and Latino men and women to fly in space.

In 1977, with just four months left, NASA struggles to recruit scientists, engineers and astronauts for their new Space Shuttle Program. That is when Nichelle Nichols, Star Trek’s Lt. Uhura, challenges them by asking the question: Where are my people?

Time: 1 hour, 36 minutes, for ages 7+

Light refreshments will be available

Sunday, March 31, 2024
68th Annual Easter Sunrise Service
Mar 31 @ 5:30 am
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Time: Gates open at 5:30-6:15 am for 6:45am service; Sunrise at 7:16am

Cost: Free; Parking Passes Must be Reserved
Easter at St. John in the Wilderness
Mar 31 @ 10:00 am
St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church

The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness welcomes children
of all ages to participate in an Easter Egg Hunt at 10:00am on Easter Sunday, March 31. The
annual event is hosted by St. John's Young Family Ministry. Participants are encouraged to
join the fun in the Rector’s Garden and Parish Hall lawn at 1905 Greenville Highway, across
Rutledge Drive from the church. Parking is available.

"Since our founding, St. John in the Wilderness has been at the heart of fellowship and
community in Flat Rock and beyond,” said Fr. Josh Stephens, Rector. “We invite our friends
and neighbors to join us for Holy Week as we make our journey toward the cross and for
Easter Sunday as we discover that Christ is risen. We also invite children to our Easter Egg
Hunt between our worship services on Easter Sunday. We are so blessed to have such
wonderful neighbors and a beautiful place to live. It will truly be a gift to come together at
this sacred time.

Holy Week begins March 24 with Palm Sunday services at 8:45 and 11:00 a.m. A special
foot washing service is scheduled at 7:00pm on Maundy Thursday, March 28. Good Friday,
March 29 outside and leading to the church, Stations of the Cross begins at 11:00am with
Good Friday Services inside the church at 12:00pm and 5:30pm.
On Easter Sunday, March 31, services will be held at 8:45am and 11am with the Easter Egg
Hunt in between.

Easter Sunday Community Brunch + Egg Hunt
Mar 31 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Kanuga

The buffet cost, which includes your meal and access to the grounds for the day, is $45.99 per adult (13 and over), exclusive of alcohol; $19.99 per child (3-12); and free to guests two and under. There is no charge for the egg hunt (children ages 1-6), but please bring a basket and meet us at Kanuga Lake Inn playground.

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Easter Escapade: A Springtime Celebration
Apr 3 all-day
The Omni Grove Park Inn 

Join us for an enchanting Easter celebration at The Omni Grove Park Inn, where the beauty of spring meets the charm of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Purchase the Easter Bunny Bliss package and indulge in a memorable getaway featuring delectable dishes, family-friendly activities, and cherished moments that will last a lifetime. With a generous $150 food and beverage credit, complimentary parking, and a keepsake item to treasure, your extended escape awaits. Delight in our lavish Easter brunch, partake in craft and cookie decorating parties, and be sure to catch a glimpse of Major Bunny himself as he spreads joy throughout the resort. Spring into the season with us and create unforgettable memories this Easter!

Thursday, April 4, 2024
Standup Comedy Contest
Apr 4 @ 7:00 pm
Pulp Lounge

Slice of Life Standup Comedy Contest at The Orange Peel’s Pulp
When: Thursday April 4, 2024.
7p-9p, doors at 6:30p
Where:
The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge, 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown Asheville
Tickets: $15 (available at door or The Orange Peel website https://tinyurl.com/2abjkft4)
Cocktails available while you laugh the night away to some of the area’s best Stand Up Comics in a ridiculously fun adult environment!!
Free snacks while availability lasts!
Hosted by Hilliary Begley, featuring professional comics.
Comedy open mic is 3-5m each, comics get in free with free snacks!
The show’s Headliner will be selected by audience in an anonymous ballet after comics perform their sets.
They will write down their favorite top comic of the evening who will be paid & brought back to headline the end of the show with a closing 10-15m set!
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Contact Michele at [email protected] for details
Host Hilliary Begley-
Hilliary will make you cry with laughter. With her larger that life personality!! Voted repeatedly Asheville’s Favorite comic in the Mountain Xpress. Film debut in the Netflix original Dumplin’ as Aunt Lucy, or “Jennifer Anniston’s fat sister,” In Austin Film Festival winning movie When We Last Spoke with Cloris Leachman, now streaming on Amazon Prime. https ://youtu.be/legRwEg4j-o

Tuesday, April 9, 2024
As Good as it Gets
Apr 9 @ 2:00 pm
Tryon Fine Arts Center
“As Good as It Gets” is a heartwarming and comedic film directed by James L. Brooks, released in 1997. The film centers around the unlikely friendship that develops between three characters who are dealing with their own unique challenges.

Melvin Udall (played by Jack Nicholson) is a misanthropic and obsessive-compulsive novelist living in New York City. He thrives on his rigid routines and has a talent for alienating everyone he encounters. Carol Connelly (played by Helen Hunt) is a single mother and waitress who becomes one of Melvin’s regulars at the local diner. Simon Bishop (played by Greg Kinnear) is Melvin’s gay neighbor and an artist who becomes the victim of a violent assault.

When Simon is injured and left unable to care for his dog, Melvin is reluctantly drawn into helping him. This unexpected act of kindness sets off a chain of events that gradually transforms all three of their lives. As Melvin, Carol, and Simon navigate their personal struggles and insecurities, they form a unique bond that challenges their preconceptions about love, friendship, and what it means to be a better person.

“As Good as It Gets” is a touching and humorous exploration of the power of human connection and the capacity for personal growth and change. The film is renowned for its brilliant performances, especially by Jack Nicholson, who won an Academy Award for his portrayal of Melvin Udall. It delivers a heartwarming message about the transformative power of love and compassion.