Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld, an exhibition celebrating the works of mother-daughter artists, Lore Kadden Lindenfeld and Naomi Lindenfeld. Lore, who attended and graduated from Black Mountain College in the 1940s, made a career as a textile designer and educator while continuing to create weavings, fiber collages, artist books, and drawings. Her daughter Naomi creates colored clay objects that are tactile, useful, and visually complex. In the exhibition, the mesmerizing striations of color in Naomi Lindenfeld’s pottery are placed in dynamic conversation with her mother’s innovative textiles, mixed media collages, and drawings.

RECEPTION AND TALK

Join us for the opening reception for Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld hosted at BMCM+AC on Friday, January 30, 2025 from 5:30–8pm.

On Saturday, January 31, 2025 at 11am, Naomi Lindenfeld will give a “Perspectives” talk about Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld and the artistic conversations between works in the exhibition.

Both events take place at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street, Asheville, NC}. Free and Open to All.

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

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)

For over a decade, Theresa Caputo, known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the  Lifetime Series Raising Spirits, has shared her messages of comfort and healing with more than a million and a half audience members worldwide.  Through personal stories about her life and explaining her gift to communicate with those who have passed on, the beloved television personality and best-selling author delivers healing messages to audience members, comforting them with the revelation that their deceased loved ones are still with them– just in a different way.  Recognized as one of the most renowned mediums for over 20 years, Theresa Caputo Live: The Experience is the awe-inspiring event you won’t want to miss.

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

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.

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

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

Candice Guardino: Italian Bred

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

Bob Dylan’s career has lasted the better part of sixty years now. He has never gotten by on sentimentality or nostalgia. He has never repeated his successes. Dylan has always pushed his work ahead.

Wortham Center Student Series

Liars & Believers presents Yellow Bird Chase

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

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

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”

Wortham Center Student Series

TheaterWorksUSA presents Cat Kid Comic Club

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

The legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production from World Ballet Company, as fate and magic entwine in a timeless battle between good and evil. Featuring a cast of 50 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, and stunning hand-crafted sets, this spellbinding performance captures every heart-pounding moment – from the Dance of the Little Swans to the Black Swan’s iconic 32 fouettés, and every pirouette in between.

With Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score soaring through the air, immerse yourself in this mesmerizing journey where dreams, heartbreak, and redemption unfold right before your eyes.

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Wortham Presents

Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?

Thur & Fri, Apr 23 & 24 • 8 pm
Sat, Apr 25 • 3 pm & 8 pm

On a quest to answer the age-old question, “What do women want?” Robert Dubac morphs into five hysterical boneheads, each offering sidesplitting advice on bridging the gender gap—all while drinking a beer. The New York Times calls it “Hilarious … a one man tour de force!” It’s the funniest hour you’ll spend with one man.

“Humor rules THE MALE INTELLECT!” —Chicago Tribune

Spotlight on Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?:

This show received ★ ★ ★ ★ from both the Toronto Star and Denver Post
Has been translated into dozens of languages and performed from the Eiffel Tower to the American Heartland
A Wortham favorite, this follows Dubac’s acclaimed shows The Book of Moron and Stand-up Jesus
Dubac was chosen to study with a select group of actors under the personal tutelage of the late great Sanford Meisner
2025/26 member presale demand was so overwhelming, Wortham Center added an extra performance

Women of the Pacific Northwest celebrates the voices, visions and material mastery of female artists working today, with roots from this rich and progressive region. Through the execution of disparate media from bronze, steel, glass, tin, plaster, mylar, printmaking, hair nets, cloth, rubber, wax to paint, these artists have achieved inventive, creative practices originating from critical, generative, inquisition of natural, social or subliminal forces. This exhibition highlights a group of female artists working in diverse media creating art that explores connections to place, whether sociological, environmental or spiritual, in a region supportive of equality, ecology and enterprise. These artists are among today’s pioneers, interpreting universality through personal observation and inventing poetic, transcendent works inspiring greater, pluralistic understanding, connecting us to one another and to the world around us.

Featured artists:

Victoria Adams, Drie Chapek, Jaq Chartier, Susan Dory, Betsy Ebys, Ann Gardner, Emily Gherard, Estuko Ichikawa, Lisa Jarrett, Brenda Mallory, Wendy Red Star, Katy Stone, Susan Zoccola, Marie Watt, and Julie Speidel.

Wortham Presents

Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?

Thur & Fri, Apr 23 & 24 • 8 pm
Sat, Apr 25 • 3 pm & 8 pm

On a quest to answer the age-old question, “What do women want?” Robert Dubac morphs into five hysterical boneheads, each offering sidesplitting advice on bridging the gender gap—all while drinking a beer. The New York Times calls it “Hilarious … a one man tour de force!” It’s the funniest hour you’ll spend with one man.

“Humor rules THE MALE INTELLECT!” —Chicago Tribune

Spotlight on Robert Dubac’s THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON?:

This show received ★ ★ ★ ★ from both the Toronto Star and Denver Post
Has been translated into dozens of languages and performed from the Eiffel Tower to the American Heartland
A Wortham favorite, this follows Dubac’s acclaimed shows The Book of Moron and Stand-up Jesus
Dubac was chosen to study with a select group of actors under the personal tutelage of the late great Sanford Meisner
2025/26 member presale demand was so overwhelming, Wortham Center added an extra performance