Calendar of Events
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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DRAMA | EMOTIONAL | BASED ON A BOOK
Based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small.
Tiny Beautiful Things is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions that have no answers.
Performances of Tiny Beautiful Things will be held on the days and times listed below. The lobby and concessions area will open one hour prior to showtime. Concessions may be taken into the theatre during the performance.
March 18 – April 5, 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Friday March 20 at 7:30pm (Pay What You Can Night)
Other Fridays and Sundays at 2pm
The party’s roaring in Greenville!
THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth, and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.
Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), this story of extravagance and longing features choreography by Dominique Kelley (So You Think You Can Dance), a book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones) and a jazz- and pop-influenced original score by Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square).
The Great Gatsby is recommended for ages 10+.
DRAMA | EMOTIONAL | BASED ON A BOOK
Based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small.
Tiny Beautiful Things is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions that have no answers.
Performances of Tiny Beautiful Things will be held on the days and times listed below. The lobby and concessions area will open one hour prior to showtime. Concessions may be taken into the theatre during the performance.
March 18 – April 5, 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Friday March 20 at 7:30pm (Pay What You Can Night)
Other Fridays and Sundays at 2pm
The party’s roaring in Greenville!
THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth, and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.
Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), this story of extravagance and longing features choreography by Dominique Kelley (So You Think You Can Dance), a book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones) and a jazz- and pop-influenced original score by Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square).
The Great Gatsby is recommended for ages 10+.
DRAMA | EMOTIONAL | BASED ON A BOOK
Based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small.
Tiny Beautiful Things is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions that have no answers.
Performances of Tiny Beautiful Things will be held on the days and times listed below. The lobby and concessions area will open one hour prior to showtime. Concessions may be taken into the theatre during the performance.
March 18 – April 5, 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Friday March 20 at 7:30pm (Pay What You Can Night)
Other Fridays and Sundays at 2pm
The party’s roaring in Greenville!
THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth, and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.
Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), this story of extravagance and longing features choreography by Dominique Kelley (So You Think You Can Dance), a book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones) and a jazz- and pop-influenced original score by Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square).
The Great Gatsby is recommended for ages 10+.
DRAMA | EMOTIONAL | BASED ON A BOOK
Based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small.
Tiny Beautiful Things is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions that have no answers.
Performances of Tiny Beautiful Things will be held on the days and times listed below. The lobby and concessions area will open one hour prior to showtime. Concessions may be taken into the theatre during the performance.
March 18 – April 5, 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Friday March 20 at 7:30pm (Pay What You Can Night)
Other Fridays and Sundays at 2pm
The party’s roaring in Greenville!
THE GREAT GATSBY is a “Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy” (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award®-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth, and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.
Directed by Marc Bruni (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical), this story of extravagance and longing features choreography by Dominique Kelley (So You Think You Can Dance), a book by Kait Kerrigan (The Mad Ones) and a jazz- and pop-influenced original score by Jason Howland (Little Women) and Nathan Tysen (Paradise Square).
The Great Gatsby is recommended for ages 10+.
DRAMA | EMOTIONAL | BASED ON A BOOK
Based on the bestselling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, Tiny Beautiful Things personifies the questions and answers that “Sugar” was publishing online from 2010-2012. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small.
Tiny Beautiful Things is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions that have no answers.
Performances of Tiny Beautiful Things will be held on the days and times listed below. The lobby and concessions area will open one hour prior to showtime. Concessions may be taken into the theatre during the performance.
March 18 – April 5, 2026
Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Friday March 20 at 7:30pm (Pay What You Can Night)
Other Fridays and Sundays at 2pm
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
THE ULTIMATE DOORS
APRIL 10 – 12
Visiting Artist Presentation
Get ready to break on through — The Ultimate Doors are here to light your fire. With vintage sound, hypnotic keys, and that unmistakable Morrison magic, this tribute captures the heat, the poetry, and the beautiful chaos that made The Doors a legend. It’s “L.A. Woman” meets “Riders on the Storm,” wild and utterly magnetic. Every note shimmers with the same dark glamour and reckless spirit that once set the Sunset Strip ablaze. So come on, baby, and feel it for yourself, The Ultimate Doors bring the mystery, the mayhem, and the music that still burns bright.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
THE ULTIMATE DOORS
APRIL 10 – 12
Visiting Artist Presentation
Get ready to break on through — The Ultimate Doors are here to light your fire. With vintage sound, hypnotic keys, and that unmistakable Morrison magic, this tribute captures the heat, the poetry, and the beautiful chaos that made The Doors a legend. It’s “L.A. Woman” meets “Riders on the Storm,” wild and utterly magnetic. Every note shimmers with the same dark glamour and reckless spirit that once set the Sunset Strip ablaze. So come on, baby, and feel it for yourself, The Ultimate Doors bring the mystery, the mayhem, and the music that still burns bright.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
Wortham Presents Breabach
Sat, Apr 11 • 7 pm
One of Scotland’s most innovative musical exports, this skilled contemporary folk act fuses Highland and Island traditions into a fresh, distinctive sound rooted in heritage. Their multi-award-winning performances match “fiery intensity with exquisite finesse” and are “as polished as [they are] passionate” (The Scotsman).
Sat, Apr 11 • 7 pm
One of Scotland’s most innovative musical exports, this skilled contemporary folk act fuses Highland and Island traditions into a fresh, distinctive sound rooted in heritage. Their multi-award-winning performances match “fiery intensity with exquisite finesse” and are “as polished as [they are] passionate” (The Scotsman).
Spotlight on Breabach:
Formed in 2005 with a bold lineup featuring two bagpipers and a fiddle
Repertoire spans reels, airs, pibrochs, and original songs with global flair
Collaborated with artists from Cape Breton to New Zealand and beyond
Honored with six BBC ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, including Folk Band of the Year and Album of the Year
Latest album Fàs explores Scotland’s natural world through progressive folk
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
THE ULTIMATE DOORS
APRIL 10 – 12
Visiting Artist Presentation
Get ready to break on through — The Ultimate Doors are here to light your fire. With vintage sound, hypnotic keys, and that unmistakable Morrison magic, this tribute captures the heat, the poetry, and the beautiful chaos that made The Doors a legend. It’s “L.A. Woman” meets “Riders on the Storm,” wild and utterly magnetic. Every note shimmers with the same dark glamour and reckless spirit that once set the Sunset Strip ablaze. So come on, baby, and feel it for yourself, The Ultimate Doors bring the mystery, the mayhem, and the music that still burns bright.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
SONGBIRD: THE SINGULAR TRIBUTE TO BARBRA STREISAND
APRIL 16 – 18
Visiting Artist Presentation
Celebrate the voice that defined an era with Songbird: The Singular Tribute to Barbra Streisand, starring vocalist Karine Hannah — a showstopping performer praised by legendary songwriter Jim Steinman as “the best voice I’ve worked with since Céline Dion.” From “The Way We Were” to “Evergreen,” this stunning tribute captures the grace, emotion, and timeless beauty of Barbra’s songbook. It’s an evening where melody meets memory, and one extraordinary voice reminds us why some stars never fade.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
Wortham Presents
Reginald Golden and the Reginald Golden Singers: Stony the Road
Fri, Apr 17 • 7 pm
Inspired by James Weldon Johnson’s Lift Every Voice and Sing, this powerful musical suite by composer Reginald Golden blends jazz, blues, gospel, folk, and spirituals. Each movement honors both the struggle and resilience of the Black experience, while celebrating the beauty and richness of its cultural legacy.
Fri, Apr 17 • 7 pm
Inspired by James Weldon Johnson’s Lift Every Voice and Sing, this powerful musical suite by composer Reginald Golden blends jazz, blues, gospel, folk, and spirituals. Each movement honors both the struggle and resilience of the Black experience, while celebrating the beauty and richness of its cultural legacy.
Spotlight on Reginald Golden and the Reginald Golden Singers:
Debuted at the White House during BET’s nationally televised tribute to the Obamas
Ensemble features powerhouse vocalists connected through Howard University and national gospel networks
Reginald Golden’s musical direction blends genres with precision and emotional depth
Golden’s career spans global tours and collaborations with artists from jazz legends to pop icons
Each movement of the suite reflects a unique interpretation of James Weldon Johnson’s iconic text
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
Candice Guardino: Italian Bred
Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 8 pm
Candice Guardino’s Italian Bred is a ★★★★★ “MUST SEE!” —praised by critics from New York to Chicago and Los Angeles. After selling out theatres across the country, Candice brings this smash-hit comedy to Asheville for one show only!
Italian Bred is a hilarious and heartwarming theatrical comedy based on true life events—told through the eyes of a girl growing up Italian on Staten Island.
Candice brings her family to life on stage, slipping seamlessly in and out of multiple characters inspired by her outspoken grandmother and unforgettable relatives. Through side-splitting stories, charming songs, and vivid storytelling, she delivers a fresh, irresistible take on the classic solo show.
This crowd-pleasing hit will leave audiences laughing, reminiscing, and celebrating their own one-of-a-kind childhoods. Candice Guardino is a dynamic, undeniable talent—and Italian Bred is not to be missed!
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!
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Wortham Center Student Series
Liars & Believers presents Yellow Bird Chase
Wed, Apr 22 • 10 am
Grades PreK–5
Show length: 50 minutes
A bumbling crew, a mysterious yellow bird, and a chase that defies reality launches kids into a wild world with no words. Just laughter, wonder, and theatrical magic for all ages, backgrounds, and imaginations. Join Liars and Believers on an adventure filled with masks, puppets, and gibberish, as they race over land, across the sea, and through the air, battling pirates and monsters—all without ever leaving the storage room.
This performance is accessible to the Deaf and hard of hearing community as well as non-English speakers, making it a truly inclusive experience.
Reservations for individuals (9 people or less): $12 each
Reservations for groups (10 people or more): $11 each
Wortham Presents
Liars & Believers presents Yellow Bird Chase
Wed, Apr 22 • 6 pm
A bumbling crew, a mysterious yellow bird, and a chase that defies reality—Yellow Bird Chase launches you into a wild world with no words—just laughter, wonder, and theatrical magic for all ages and backgrounds.
“An utter joy from start to finish” —Theater Weekly
“Stunning….masterful….wondrous.” —Broadway World
Wed, Apr 22 • 6 pm
A bumbling crew, a mysterious yellow bird, and a chase that defies reality—Yellow Bird Chase launches you into a wild world with no words—just laughter, wonder, and theatrical magic for all ages and backgrounds.
“An utter joy from start to finish” —Theater Weekly
“Stunning….masterful….wondrous.” —Broadway World
Spotlight on Yellow Bird Chase:
Fully accessible to deaf, hard of hearing, and non-English-speaking audiences
Created by Liars & Believers, known for inventive physical theater and ensemble storytelling
Features masks, puppetry, and gibberish in a wordless adventure fit for all ages
Cast includes seasoned performers with credits from Off-Broadway to regional favorites
Praised by critics as “unstoppable,” “masterful,” and “an utter joy”
Hello, Dolly!
April 10 – May 3, 2026
Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 PM and Saturdays & Sundays at 2:30 PM
Book by Michael Stewart, Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman
Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder
Sponsored by: AVAILABLE
About the Show
It only takes a moment to fall in love with this classic musical comedy! Hello, Dolly! is the story of the irrepressible matchmaker Dolly Gallagher Levi, who is determined to find love for herself and others in 19th-century New York. With lavish costumes, spirited dance numbers, and an unforgettable score, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes”, “Before the Parade Passes By”, this Tony Award–winning hit is pure theatrical joy.
Supported by a live 12-piece orchestra!