Something extraordinary is coming to Asheville this winter! The North Carolina Arboretum and Explore Asheville are elated to announce the arrival of Trolls: A Field Study. Visiting on their first North American excursion, these twelve interactive troll sculptures will explore the Arboretum, embarking on a curious journey to learn about humankind.

Produced by Imagine in collaboration with Danish artist Thomas Dambo, these friendly and fanciful sculptures evoke a sense of wonder and intrigue as they study our small, intricate and inventive ways of life in Western North Carolina. Standing seven to nine feet tall and lovingly described by the artist as “Baby Trolls”, the creatures are crafted from materials like fallen branches, wooden pallets and twigs.

Through their observations, the trolls reveal a fresh perspective on what makes us human, sparking curiosity and laughter in visitors of all ages.

Only cost is the parking fee. No other admission fees.

Something extraordinary is coming to Asheville this winter! The North Carolina Arboretum and Explore Asheville are elated to announce the arrival of Trolls: A Field Study. Visiting on their first North American excursion, these twelve interactive troll sculptures will explore the Arboretum, embarking on a curious journey to learn about humankind.

Produced by Imagine in collaboration with Danish artist Thomas Dambo, these friendly and fanciful sculptures evoke a sense of wonder and intrigue as they study our small, intricate and inventive ways of life in Western North Carolina. Standing seven to nine feet tall and lovingly described by the artist as “Baby Trolls”, the creatures are crafted from materials like fallen branches, wooden pallets and twigs.

Through their observations, the trolls reveal a fresh perspective on what makes us human, sparking curiosity and laughter in visitors of all ages.

Only cost is the parking fee. No other admission fees.

Something extraordinary is coming to Asheville this winter! The North Carolina Arboretum and Explore Asheville are elated to announce the arrival of Trolls: A Field Study. Visiting on their first North American excursion, these twelve interactive troll sculptures will explore the Arboretum, embarking on a curious journey to learn about humankind.

Produced by Imagine in collaboration with Danish artist Thomas Dambo, these friendly and fanciful sculptures evoke a sense of wonder and intrigue as they study our small, intricate and inventive ways of life in Western North Carolina. Standing seven to nine feet tall and lovingly described by the artist as “Baby Trolls”, the creatures are crafted from materials like fallen branches, wooden pallets and twigs.

Through their observations, the trolls reveal a fresh perspective on what makes us human, sparking curiosity and laughter in visitors of all ages.

Only cost is the parking fee. No other admission fees.

MIXTAPE! THE BEST OF THE 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s (Vol. 3) 

February 19 – 22

Did you really think we’d stop at Vol. 2? Not a chance! Your favorite rock ’n’ roll time machine is back and spinning another round of greatest hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. From the musical masterminds who brought you The Music of Queen, The Eagles, and The Beatles, Mixtape Vol. 3 is jam-packed with the songs that defined decades — the anthems you danced to, sang along with, and still know by heart. Get ready for pure retro joy. It’s a hit parade for the ages. Rewind the memories.
Turn up the fun!

​Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

TICKETS STARTING AT: $48

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

Wortham Center Student Series

Joshua Lozoff: Life is Magic

MIXTAPE! THE BEST OF THE 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s (Vol. 3) 

February 19 – 22

Did you really think we’d stop at Vol. 2? Not a chance! Your favorite rock ’n’ roll time machine is back and spinning another round of greatest hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. From the musical masterminds who brought you The Music of Queen, The Eagles, and The Beatles, Mixtape Vol. 3 is jam-packed with the songs that defined decades — the anthems you danced to, sang along with, and still know by heart. Get ready for pure retro joy. It’s a hit parade for the ages. Rewind the memories.
Turn up the fun!

​Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

TICKETS STARTING AT: $48

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

Wortham Presents Joshua Lozoff: Life is Magic

Fri, Feb 20 • 7 pm

Awe-inspiring illusions. Mind-boggling mental demonstrations. Captivating storytelling. Prepare to be astonished as Joshua Lozoff includes audience members of all ages in this highly interactive show. As seen on Clueless, Cheers, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us, this enchanting performer will ignite your imagination.

Spotlight on Joshua Lozoff:

Former film and TV actor turned magician, with credits including Clueless, Cheers, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Combines sleight-of-hand, mentalism, and storytelling in a highly interactive show
Known for mind-reading feats, Rubik’s Cube wizardry, and illusions that spark wonder
Millions have watched his appearance on Penn & Teller: Fool Us
Honored as one of only two magicians invited to perform at the World’s Fair in Japan

Dwight Yoakam is a legendary artist whose influence has reshaped the landscape of country music and beyond. With over 25 million albums sold worldwide, he is a 21-time GRAMMY® nominee and multiple GRAMMY® Award winner. His catalog includes 12 gold albums and 9 platinum or multi-platinum releases, with five topping Billboard Country Albums chart and 14 landing in the Top 10. Nearly 40 of his singles have charted on Billboard, including 14 Top 10 hits.

MIXTAPE! THE BEST OF THE 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s (Vol. 3) 

February 19 – 22

Did you really think we’d stop at Vol. 2? Not a chance! Your favorite rock ’n’ roll time machine is back and spinning another round of greatest hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. From the musical masterminds who brought you The Music of Queen, The Eagles, and The Beatles, Mixtape Vol. 3 is jam-packed with the songs that defined decades — the anthems you danced to, sang along with, and still know by heart. Get ready for pure retro joy. It’s a hit parade for the ages. Rewind the memories.
Turn up the fun!

​Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

TICKETS STARTING AT: $48

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

MIXTAPE! THE BEST OF THE 60’s, 70’s, & 80’s (Vol. 3) 

February 19 – 22

Did you really think we’d stop at Vol. 2? Not a chance! Your favorite rock ’n’ roll time machine is back and spinning another round of greatest hits from the 60’s, 70’s, and 80’s. From the musical masterminds who brought you The Music of Queen, The Eagles, and The Beatles, Mixtape Vol. 3 is jam-packed with the songs that defined decades — the anthems you danced to, sang along with, and still know by heart. Get ready for pure retro joy. It’s a hit parade for the ages. Rewind the memories.
Turn up the fun!

​Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

TICKETS STARTING AT: $48

Child Pricing Available (17 & under)

With 7 studio albums, more than 800 concerts worldwide, numerous international awards, and prestigious collaborations with Ghostface Killah (Wu-Tang Clan), Del The Funky Homosapien (Gorillaz), Mark Lanegan, Mick Jenkins, Aloe Blacc, D-Smoke, Tricky, Sharon Jones, Lee Fields, and more, French independent producer Wax Tailor has confirmed, despite his media discretion, his influence on the international electro-hip hop scene for over 20 years.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album “Tales Of The Forgotten Melodies,” which left an indelible mark on the history of trip-hop and established Wax Tailor as a pillar of the global electro-hip hop scene, he has embarked on a North America tour in 2025, which will conclude in February 2026 with eight final shows in Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Asheville, Atlanta, Orlando, and Miami.

Wortham Presents

Nicole Zuraitis

Wed, Mar 4 • 7 pm
A 2X Grammy-winning jazz singer-songwriter, pianist, arranger, and New York-based bandleader—Zuraitis is a trailblazing artist with “a heart as big as her remarkable voice” (Jazz Police). Discover how this dynamic performer and “prolific songwriter” (Broadway World) is redefining vocal jazz.

“Zuraitis showcases superb songcraft.” —DownBeat Magazine

Spotlight on Nicole Zuraitis:

How Love Begins won “Best Jazz Vocal Album” and was written and arranged entirely by Zuraitis herself
A New York jazz scene staple, she has headlined at Birdland, Blue Note, and Dizzy’s
Honored with an Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters and teaches jazz at NYU
Featured on Grammy-winning projects with Jon Batiste, LeAnn Rimes, and husband Dan Pugach
Winner of the American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal and Broadway World’s “Best Big Band Show”

From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heart- thumping intensity.