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, October 15, 2022
Tanglewood Youth Theatre’s A Wrinkle in Time
Oct 15 @ 2:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

By Morgan Gould, adapted from the Newbery Medal winning novel by Madeleine L’Engle. 

After the disappearance of a world-renowned scientist (who happens to be her father), middle school student Meg Murry is in a tough spot. When she and her brother Charles Wallace are visited by three mystical beings who claim to know where their father is, they embark on an epic journey through time and space to find and rescue him. Based on the much-loved Newbery Medal-winning novel of the same name, A Wrinkle in Time is a fantasy drama about the bonds of family and the power of love through time and space.

All performers are ages 8-12!

Daily Meditation + Support (online)
Oct 15 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
online

Hosted by: The Buddhist Studies Institute

FREE – ONLINE – 30 MINUTES – DAILY
🌺Guided meditation support and community🌺

🌸Stabilization and Liberation:
In order to liberate our minds– we need stable calm.

🌸Consistency & Commitment:
Stabilizing in calm clear presence takes consistent training.

🌸Support & Community:
Daily Meditation is a container and support for your meditation focus.

Expand your meditation circle- join us online any day or every day!

Formerly known as 100 Days of practice to support a Tibetan Yogis tradition to practice 100 days in the winter, this has now been expanded to continue daily. To learn more and register: https://buddhiststudiesinstitute.org/daily-meditation/

Robert Dubac’s THE BOOK OF MORON
Oct 15 @ 3:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Robert Dubac’s THE BOOK OF MORON

Having been brainwashed by a culture that worships the Kardashians over character, delusion over truth and selfies over self-effacement, comedian Robert Dubac finds himself stuck in a coma of stupidity. Described as one of the most hilarious, intelligent and scorching satirical attacks on idiocracy since Mark Twain, this quick-witted comedic production is an ode to human mediocrity — a razor-sharp roast of the absurd that’ll leave you laughing and thinking at the same time. Contains adult content.

Sunset Tuckasegee River Train
Oct 15 @ 4:45 pm – 7:45 pm
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot

777 on trestle

Enjoy a beautiful North Carolina sunset and brilliant fall colors as you travel by rail through the quiet countryside and along the Tuckasegee River to the quaint Town of Dillsboro. You’ll even get a chance to pass by the famous movie set of The Fugitive, starring Harrison Ford!

The journey is 32 miles round trip for a full 3-hour train ride. Please note, there is no layover on Sunset trains. Be sure to bring a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings after the sun goes down. These 4:45pm departures are available on select weekend dates during October.

CITRON GALLERY GROUP EXHIBITION: HERE AND NOW
Oct 15 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Citron Gallery

OPENING RECEPTION: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2022 | 5-8 pm
LOCATION: 60 BILTMORE AVE, #002 LOWER LEVEL, ASHEVILLE, NC 28801

FEATURED ARTISTS
Anna Carll | Eric Abrecht | Dorothy Ganek | Kieta Jackson | Kento Saisho | Kerry Schroeder | Lauren Betty | Rand Kramer

Citron Gallery presents HERE AND NOW, a group exhibition featuring new works by a diverse range of national and international artists. Styles range from representational to abstract; they draw inspirations from various areas such as history, memories, urban life, and nature. Using oil, acrylic, organic matter, metal, copper, and paper, each artists’ work portrays a unique, aesthetic direction. Join us for an evening of art, light refreshments, and conversation.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Oct 15 @ 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tryon International Equestrian Center
SNL Schedule (800 × 450 px)

Legends Plaza & Tryon Stadium

Carousel Hours: Fri 5-9pm, Sat 1-9pm, Sun 1-4pm

Live Music for Saturday Night Lights Weekends:
Thur/Fri – 6-9pm, Sat 6-7:30pm, 10:15-11pm

SNL Free Activities: 6-9pm

Grand Prix: 8pm

Click HERE to book your Legends Club table or seat!

 

From carousel to competition, Tryon Resort is for all who love horses! Visit Tryon Resort on select Saturday nights May through October to enjoy our signature “Saturday Night Lights” event series.

These action-packed nights feature FREE family entertainment such as:

• Pony Rides

• Carousel Rides

• Performers like magicians & jugglers

• Live music

• Bucking Horse Rides

• Face Painting

• & more!

Plus, you can enjoy carnival-style concessions like cotton candy, popcorn and sno cones in addition to dining at one of our many restaurants.

 

 

Leashed pets are always welcome to join you, too!

 

The evening culminates with world-class show jumping competition under the lights in Tryon Stadium.

10th annual Haunted Trail presented by Mellow Mushroom
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Haunted Trail

Asheville’s Family Friendly Haunt

October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30

MANNA FOODBANK FUNDRAISER

Boo To Hunger

  • Created 22,400 meals for WNC in 2021
  • Created 16,000 meals for WNC in 2020
  • Donated over $4,000 to MANNA Foodbank
  • Every Ticket generates 4 meals for MANNA
Don’t miss the 10th annual Haunted Trail presented by Mellow Mushroom, Asheville’s only family-friendly haunt, located at The Adventure Center Of Asheville! The Haunted Trail is created and brought to life by Asheville Plays. This event is ideal for Halloween lovers of all ages, however, kids age 3-12 is the suggested age range. Every year the show is loved by boils and ghouls from all over WNC, and we hope to see you there!
The Trail
– 15 live action scenes portraying magical renditions of classic Halloween themes
– One of a kind live outdoor theatrical experience
– Entirely immersive and interactive spooky night out while also ensuring no contact or gore.
Aerial Glow Trail
– The Treetops Adventure Park Aerial Glow Trail is also available for guests 4 years or older to enjoy at this event! Climb on two of our aerial trails while they are illuminated with thousands of colorful twinkle and laser lights. If you want to enjoy both of these amazing activities, combo passes are available and WILL sell out, so make sure you reserve your tickets early! *The Haunted Trail does not sell out, however the entrance closes at 9 pm.
For The Little Ghouls
– The ‘Sweet Peek Tour’ is offered nightly at 6:30 pm. This is a guided tour for younger guests who still aren’t sure about being scared, even for fun. The trail is actor free at this time and they can decide if they would like to re-enter the line and receive the full show.
– There is also a Little Ghouls Play Area under the main tent!
Don’t miss PIRATES COVE!
– Featuring a 30 ft Pirate Ship Escape Room
– Test ‘yer wit mateys! 10 voyages available nightly for purchase (groups of up to 6 per voyage) – check in at the pirate ship for your escape time
– Live Mermaid Encounter with photo opportunity
– Pirate activities including a walk the plank obstacle course and shark feeding
Eat, Drink and Be Scary!
– Grab dinner at the event! Mellow Mushroom will be serving up delicious pizza. You can even preorder a whole pizza for the family.
– Fresh donuts made onsite
– Hot popcorn
– S’mores for the bonfire
– Local beer and wine for the big ghouls
– Hot chocolate & cider
– Devils Foot Beverages & sodas
Play While You Wait
– The line to enter the Haunted Trail surrounds the game field. Kids can pop out of line to participate in contests and play Asheville Plays Monster Sized Games.
Under The Big Tent
Under the big purple tent you will find the concessions, Little Ghouls Area, and meet our sponsors.You can also get your face painted, get balloon art, and snap a photo
A True Community Event That Gives Back!
– We are dedicated to making The Haunted Trail a true community event and honored to be a part of your holiday celebrations.
– BOO To Hunger – We say Boo To Hunger by donating 4 meals per ticket to @mannafoodbank. In the past 2 years, we have donated 38,400 meals to MANNA.
– Sensory Friendly Night – Halloween Is For Everyone! October 21st is Sensory Friendly Night
Playing for Our Partners – Live Music at the Old Rock Cafe
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Old Rock Cafe

Live music returns to the Old Rock Cafe with our new music series: Playing for Our Partners. Come enjoy an evening of good food and good music on the deck overlooking the Rocky Broad River and support a good cause, too. A percentage of proceeds from each event in the series will benefit one of our local non-profit partners. The October event will feature musician Mike Pauer and support the Friends of Chimney Rock State Park.

 

*This event is at the Old Rock Cafe, not inside the Park*

Free concert at Firehouse Subs: Cruise + Groove
Oct 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Firehouse Subs

Super 60s performs a free concert at Firehouse Subs in Hendersonville. Classic cars will be on display from the Carolina Mountain Car Club. Free line-dance classes from Betty Busch from 5:30-6:30pm. Concert to follow from 6:30-8:30pm. Please note: no smoking, coolers or pets.

Summer 2022 Concert Schedule:
May 14 | Super 60s
May 28 | 3 Cool Cats
June 11 | Super 60s
June 25 | Fine Line
July 9 | Deano & The Dreamers
July 23 | Fine Line
August 6 | Sound Investment
August 20 | Fine Line
August 27 | 3 Cool Cats
September 10 | Deano & The Dreamers
September 24 | 3 Cool Cats
October 8 | Sound Investment
October 15 | Super 60s (Halloween event)

The 10th Annual Haunted Trail at The Adventure Center of Asheville
Oct 15 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
The Adventure Center of Asheville

The Adventure Center of Asheville is excited to host the 10th annual Haunted Trail, Asheville’s only family friendly haunt! This event is ideal for Halloween lovers of all ages, 3-12 being the suggested age range. This is the third year in a row the Adventure Center has hosted this one of a kind live outdoor theatrical experience where guests are promised an entirely immersive and interactive spooky night out while also ensuring no contact. Every year the show is loved by boils and ghouls from all over WNC and we hope to see you there! For younger guests who still aren’t sure about being scared, even for fun, a “Sweet Peek Tour’ is offered nightly at 6:45 pm. The trail is actor free at this time and they can decide if they would like to re enter the line and receive the full show. The Treetop Adventure Park Aerial Glow Trail is also available for guests 4 years or older to enjoy at this event! Climb on two of our aerial trails while they are illuminated with thousands of colorful twinkle and laser lights. If you want to enjoy both of these amazing activities, combo passes are available and WILL sell out, so make sure you reserve your tickets early! *The Haunted Trail does not sell out, however the entrance closes at 9 pm. Don’t miss PIRATES COVE! Featuring a 30 ft Pirate Ship Escape Room- Test ‘yer wit mateys! 10 voyages available nightly for purchase (groups of up to 6 per voyage) Live Mermaid Encounter with photo opportunity. Pirate activities including a walk the plank obstacle course and shark feeding In addition to the Haunted & Aerial Glow Trails and Pirates Cove, there will be a giant festival tent with several local vendors, delicious Mellow Mushroom Pizza and more! Ticket sales to this event raise meals for MANNA food bank, come have fun and help us say BOO! to hunger!

AmiciMusic presents “LATIN CELLO 2”
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm
Isis Music Hall
Tickets on Sale now – Please Call the Venue
Reserved Tickets for the Lounge are available with dinner reservations only :::: There is a $20 minimum in food and beverage purchases per person with your dinner reservation :: Seating will be limited :: You MUST call venue (828-575-2737) to make a dinner reservation and purchase your tickets.

AmiciMusic presents “LATIN CELLO 2” with Diego Carneiro, cello and Daniel Weiser, piano/Artistic Director.  Maestro Carneiro returns to Asheville, where he thrilled audiences last April with some truly exciting music for cello and piano by Latin composers.  This all-new program features more rhythmic and melodic works by composers from Guatemala, Colombia, Mexico, Venezuela, and more.  Discover some truly beautiful, but lesser known, music that will make you want to get up and dance!  

Daniel Weiser

https://amicimusic.org/

Daniel Weiser, piano, founder and Artistic Director of AmiciMusic, has performed chamber music in great concert halls around the world, including Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Dr. Weiser has a Doctorate in Piano from the Peabody Conservatory and was the 1996 American Ambassador of Music for which he toured eleven countries in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, including Egypt, Syria, Pakistan, and Thailand. He also studied for one year at Harvard Law School at the same time as President Obama. He has recorded fifteen CDs and has taught at Dartmouth College, Johns Hopkins University, UNC Asheville, Longy School of Music, and the St. Paul’s School in Concord, NH. He now lives in Baltimore, MD with his wife, Kisha, and twin fourteen-year old daughters, Emma and Sophie.�

Diego Carneiro

A multifaceted artist, cellist Diego Carneiro is one of the most distinguished Brazilian young artists and conductors of his generation. Winner of several prizes and international recognitions, he received commendation as the Ambassador of tourism of Ecuador, a recognition from the Majority of Quito, Camera of Commerce Ecuador-Brazil, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Education of Ecuador. He was recently accoladed by the United Nations in Geneva, for his musical work integrating several countries and initiatives with a human side. He has participated in several important programs for the BBC, Deutsche Welle, CNN and other media.  He was born in Belem, on the Amazon region, studied cello, piano, viola da gamba and orchestral conducting in the universities of MO Columbia (USA), Trinity College of Music (England) and the Haute Ecole de Musique (Switzerland), where he obtained his bachelor and master degrees. He has conducted some complementary studies in Clinical Hypnosis in the Hypnosis clinic in London, which is linked to the University of Thames Valley and Greenwich, with the purpose of exploring the relationship of music and the unconsciousness, applied to learning, performance and teaching.  Maestro Carneiro has performed as soloist and teacher in several international festivals, like London Promenade and the Royal Albert Hall -recorded for the BBC 3-, presented concert for the Suisse Romande Radio and participated in the documentary “The music of the Rain Forest” for the BBC 4. He also produced the documentaries “A cello in Kenya”, “Amazonia, the Resounding Jungle”, and “The Conference of Birds” which shows his studies in composition related to the singing of birds.  He won several international prizes and awards such as Solti Prize, the Tillett Trust, the Myra Hess Trust, the Leonardo Smith Duo Competition, the Barbirolli Award, ‘Solo Emerging Artist’ Competition, DucheD’acua Viva prize, among others. In 2006, he joined the ‘Live Music Now’ scheme created by Sir Yehudi Menuhim and has worked with other big artists like Bernard Greenhouse, David Geringas, ArtoNoras, Maud Tortelier, Leonid Gorokhov, Alexander Baillie, Antonio Meneses, Christopher Coin, Steven Isserlis, and more.  He has performed concerts and masterclasses in Brazil, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Colombia, Cuba, Kenya, Honduras, the United States, countries in Europe and Scandinavia. He was the Director of the Program of Music in the University of the Cloister of Sor Juana, in the City of Mexico, and the Orchestra of the Summer Festival in London. He has worked with several universities, embassies and foundations in said countries, promoted the international festivals “Carneiro Cello Academy” in Brazil, “Summer music festival” in England, and in 2017, founded the Viola da Gamba Society of Ecuador.  Carneiro is frequently invited to several countries to give concerts, masterclasses, conferences in festivals and international cello congresses and others, such as Rio +20 in Rio de Janeiro, COP20 in Lima, World Water Forum in Brasilia, International Transpersonal Psychology Congress in Salvador de Bahía, several Rotarian Congresses and more. He is one of the invited teachers in the Biennale of Cellos in Lima, Cello Fest in Mexico, Rio Cello in Brazil and more.  In 2009, he founded a non-profit organization named Amazonart, which brings together international artists for supporting educational and social projects in many different countries, mainly in the Andean and Amazon regions. Recently, he founded the Ecuador Youth Orchestra which is composed of young talented musicians who do not have opportunities to develop a music career. Carneiro wants to offer them opportunities similar to those he had, motivating them to pursue music qualities and humanitarian approach through cultural exchange.  In Brazil and countries in Europe, Carneiro has promoted several educational experiences and cultural exchanges with the Youth Orchestra of Ecuador and young Orchestras of Germany, such as the Musikshule Paul Hindemith Neuköln and Jugensinfonieorchester Schwerin. They also included concerts in Casa de América in Madrid, UN palace in Geneva, Saint German de l’Auxerrois in Parisas part of the Festival of Latin America and the Caribbean, Consulate of Ecuador in Netherlands and other cities of Germany, as part of their Tour of concerts “Pro-Ecuador”.  Through Maestro Diego’s efforts,the Youth Orchestra of Ecuador has birthed several initiatives including  “Music as a refugee”, “Ecuador+Music”, and “Among worlds”. He and the Orchestra were declared Ambassadors of Tourism of Ecuador by the Ministry of Ecuador. They have also been recognized by the Majority of Quito, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UN, and have organized a concert in the borders of Ecuador-Colombia and Ecuador-Peru, to support refugees and migrants.

Buncombe Turnpike Concert
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm
Black Mountain Center for the Arts

Buncombe Turnpike Concert

Buncombe Turnpike is a long time staple in the Asheville bluegrass scene. Their sets are made up of primarily hand crafted original songs, but the band also plays a variety of other heartfelt tunes ranging from traditional and contemporary bluegrass. With their crowd pleasing demeanor, seasoned musicianship, and powerful vocals the band has made a name for themselves among traditional and contemporary listeners alike. Band members are, Tom Godleski, lead vocals and upright bass, Korey Warren guitar , mandolin, lead and backing vocals. David Hyatt, guitar and mandolin and lead and backing vocals, George Buckner, banjo, Don Lewis, fiddle. mandolin. lead and backing vocals.

Midnight Madness Basketball Tournament
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Asheville High School

midnight madness basketball tournament logo

Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) and Asheville High School are bringing a new basketball tournament for players 16 and older with a grand prize of $500! Advance registration is required through www.ashevillenc.gov/parks.
Midnight Madness is a 3-on-3 format with teams of up to six co-ed players allowed. The $50 team entry fee includes a Midnight Madness jersey for each player, swag bag, prizes, food, and entertainment. Athletes from UNC Asheville, Mars Hill University, and other schools will also be on hand.

Ryan Adams
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Singer-songwriter Ryan Adams has announced a new series of eight concerts going on sale. This leg of his tour follows a very successful five-venue East Coast kickoff that included a sold out Carnegie Hall premiere as well as two other sold out shows.

The new series of concerts will kickoff October 14 in Atlanta at Tabernacle, move to Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in Ashville, N.C. the 15th, The Louisville (KY) Palace the16th, the 17th at The Factory in St. Louis, The Riverside Theater in Milwaukee the 19th, The Legendary Chicago Theater the 20th, The State Theater in Minneapolis the 21st, and ending at the Stephens Auditorium in Ames, Iowa, October 22, 2022.

The concerts will feature Adams and his guitar and keyboard in an acoustic tour-de-force. During the East-Coast run he performed a stunning 168 songs over five nights in shows that averaged two hours and forty minutes.

“The word of mouth from the first leg of the tour was so good that promoters came to us,” explained Adams’ Manager, Richard Jones. “Ryan hasn’t toured since 2019 and there seems to be a voracious appetite to see him perform live.” The tour was conceived and orchestrated by Jones and Mike Hayes, Adams’ agent at ICM.

In addition to his touring prep, Adams has released two albums so far this year, Chris, a tribute to his late brother and Romeo & Juliet. Music legend Don Was recorded his Carnegie Hall concert in May for release later this year.

The Haunted Farm
Oct 15 @ 7:00 pm
The Haunted Farm

The Haunted Farm

HAUNT SEASON IS COMING!

2022 will be our 12th Season providing Thrills, Scares, and Terrifying Fun for our guests and fans of all ages, and we love it year after year! Please join us for our The 2022 Haunted Farm! Be Prepared to Be Scared!

Be sure to follow us on FacebookInstagram, and our other social media channels for a chance to participate in our FREE TICKET GIVEAWAYS, and for up-to-the-minute updates on schedule-changes related to inclement weather conditions.

The Myers Haunted House
Oct 15 @ 7:15 pm
The Myers Haunted House

The Myers Haunted House a self guided, old school haunt featuring Hollywood horror film characters Michael Myers, Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, Leatherface & more. The haunt is located in East Flat Rock, NC.

Assassins
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
The Fangmeyer Theatre at HART

 

Directed by Mark Jones

In this multiple Tony Award-winning theatrical tour-de-force, Assassins explores the lives of nine men and women who either killed (or tried to kill) one of the Presidents of the United States. Stephen Sondheim’s intelligently, stunning lyrics and beautiful music effortlessly combine with a bold, disturbing and alarmingly funny book by John Wiedman. Assassins is a journey into the dark side of the American Dream, looking at our nation’s culture of celebrity and the violent means some will use to obtain it. 

Mature audiences only, not suitable for all ages.

Carrie Underwood – The Denim + Rhinestones Tour
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

On the heels of her triumphant headlining return to the iconic Stagecoach Festival, 8-time GRAMMY® Award winner and 3-time ACM Entertainer of the Year, Carrie Underwood, announces her new arena tour, THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR, with dates in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023.  The new tour, promoted by AEG Presents, will kick off on October 15 in Greenville, SC, making stops in 43 U.S. cities including New York’s Madison Square Garden, Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, and L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena before concluding in Seattle, WA on March 17.  Underwood will be joined on THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR by special guest Jimmie Allen on all dates.  After teasing fans about the impending announcement on social media and on last night’s episode of American Idol, Underwood made the official reveal this morning.

Allen will join Underwood’s THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR as his star continues to rise, following his first GRAMMY Award nomination for Best New Artist in 2022 and CMA and ACM Award wins for New Artist of the Year & New Male Artist of the Year, respectively, in 2021. His third album Tulip Drive will be released June 24.

Tickets for the concerts go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, May 20 at 10am local time.  A limited number of exclusive VIP Packages will be available which include an amazing selection of tickets, Meet & Greets, custom merchandise, and much more.  For more information, go to http://www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com

“I’m thrilled to be hitting the road again with THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR,” says Underwood.  “I’m having such an amazing time with my Las Vegas residency and look forward to continuing that next year after the tour. I’m excited to bring the new music of Denim & Rhinestones to life on tour, as well as put new spins on familiar favorites.  We’ve been working hard already preparing an amazing show, and I can’t wait to see everyone on the road!”

The all-new production will be directed by Barry Lather (Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson), and Nick Whitehouse/Fireplay (Justin Timberlake, Beyonce) is Production Designer.

Since early in her career, Underwood has designated a portion of ticket sales from her tours to support worthwhile charities and organizations. She continues that tradition by arranging for a donation of $1 from each ticket sold for THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR to be contributed to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (t2t.org), which has been helping America’s heroes since 9/11 by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building custom-designed smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. The Foundation is also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and aiding the victims of major U.S. disasters.

Underwood will release her highly-anticipated album, Denim & Rhinestones, on June 10.  The album is her latest collaboration with David Garcia, with Garcia and Underwood having co-produced her critically-acclaimed 2018 release, Cry Pretty, which marked the first time Underwood produced her own album.  Garcia and Underwood also co-produced Underwood’s 2021 GRAMMY® Award-winning album of gospel hymns, My Savior.  The lead single from the new upcoming album, “Ghost Story,” is currently climbing the charts and has garnered over 30M global streams.  The song’s cinematic music video, directed by acclaimed director and photographer Randee St. Nicholas, is available now (Watch Here).

The Denim & Rhinestones Signed CD Box Set and Vinyl Box Sets are available for preorder now, which include an exclusive t-shirt, rhinestone pack, denim tote bag, and album slip mat in limited quantities here. Fans can order from physical retailers here. The vinyl edition will be available in July and a cassette version on August 5.

2022 dates for Underwood’s ongoing REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency at the Resorts World Theatre continue through May 21.  The first artist to grace the largest and tallest stage in Las Vegas, Underwood opened the new 5,000-capacity, world-class theatre with a sold-out engagement in December 2021, followed by sold-out runs in March and April 2022.  2023 dates for REFLECTION will be announced at a later date.

Underwood’s most recent arena tour, THE CRY PRETTY TOUR 360, ran in 2019, closing out in the #1 spot on Pollstar’s LIVE75 chart (11/04/19), which ranks worldwide active tours by average tickets sold.  Also in 2019, Underwood performed her UK arena tour, THE CRY PRETTY TOUR UK, which brought her dynamic production and signature vocal prowess to thousands of fans throughout England, Wales and Scotland with five arena shows.

Carrie Underwood – The Denim + Rhinestones Tour with special guest Jimmie Allen
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

On the heels of her triumphant headlining return to the iconic Stagecoach Festival, 8-time GRAMMY® Award winner and 3-time ACM Entertainer of the Year, Carrie Underwood, announces her new arena tour, THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR, with dates in Fall 2022 and Spring 2023.  The new tour, promoted by AEG Presents, will kick off on October 15 in Greenville, SC, making stops in 43 U.S. cities including New York’s Madison Square Garden, Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, and L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena before concluding in Seattle, WA on March 17.  Underwood will be joined on THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR by special guest Jimmie Allen on all dates.  After teasing fans about the impending announcement on social media and on last night’s episode of American Idol, Underwood made the official reveal this morning.

Allen will join Underwood’s THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR as his star continues to rise, following his first GRAMMY Award nomination for Best New Artist in 2022 and CMA and ACM Award wins for New Artist of the Year & New Male Artist of the Year, respectively, in 2021. His third album Tulip Drive will be released June 24.

Tickets for the concerts go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, May 20 at 10am local time.  A limited number of exclusive VIP Packages will be available which include an amazing selection of tickets, Meet & Greets, custom merchandise, and much more.  For more information, go to http://www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com

“I’m thrilled to be hitting the road again with THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR,” says Underwood.  “I’m having such an amazing time with my Las Vegas residency and look forward to continuing that next year after the tour. I’m excited to bring the new music of Denim & Rhinestones to life on tour, as well as put new spins on familiar favorites.  We’ve been working hard already preparing an amazing show, and I can’t wait to see everyone on the road!”

The all-new production will be directed by Barry Lather (Rihanna, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson), and Nick Whitehouse/Fireplay (Justin Timberlake, Beyonce) is Production Designer.

Since early in her career, Underwood has designated a portion of ticket sales from her tours to support worthwhile charities and organizations. She continues that tradition by arranging for a donation of $1 from each ticket sold for THE DENIM & RHINESTONES TOUR to be contributed to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (t2t.org), which has been helping America’s heroes since 9/11 by providing mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building custom-designed smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. The Foundation is also committed to eradicating veteran homelessness and aiding the victims of major U.S. disasters.

Underwood will release her highly-anticipated album, Denim & Rhinestones, on June 10.  The album is her latest collaboration with David Garcia, with Garcia and Underwood having co-produced her critically-acclaimed 2018 release, Cry Pretty, which marked the first time Underwood produced her own album.  Garcia and Underwood also co-produced Underwood’s 2021 GRAMMY® Award-winning album of gospel hymns, My Savior.  The lead single from the new upcoming album, “Ghost Story,” is currently climbing the charts and has garnered over 30M global streams.  The song’s cinematic music video, directed by acclaimed director and photographer Randee St. Nicholas, is available now (Watch Here).

The Denim & Rhinestones Signed CD Box Set and Vinyl Box Sets are available for preorder now, which include an exclusive t-shirt, rhinestone pack, denim tote bag, and album slip mat in limited quantities here. Fans can order from physical retailers here. The vinyl edition will be available in July and a cassette version on August 5.

2022 dates for Underwood’s ongoing REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency at the Resorts World Theatre continue through May 21.  The first artist to grace the largest and tallest stage in Las Vegas, Underwood opened the new 5,000-capacity, world-class theatre with a sold-out engagement in December 2021, followed by sold-out runs in March and April 2022.  2023 dates for REFLECTION will be announced at a later date.

Underwood’s most recent arena tour, THE CRY PRETTY TOUR 360, ran in 2019, closing out in the #1 spot on Pollstar’s LIVE75 chart (11/04/19), which ranks worldwide active tours by average tickets sold.  Also in 2019, Underwood performed her UK arena tour, THE CRY PRETTY TOUR UK, which brought her dynamic production and signature vocal prowess to thousands of fans throughout England, Wales and Scotland with five arena shows.

Hamlet
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre
MPP’s closing to its 2022 season is impressing audiences and drawing crowds. Although you think you know Hamlet, this production has added new life to the Shakespeare tragedy and our patrons are recognizing!

Hamlet is one of the best-known plays and is often spoken of as the greatest ever written in English. It has been performed on stage and screen a seemingly uncountable number of times, and still appears on lists of most performed plays year after year.

Grant continued, “When I read Hamlet now, I see a portrait of a traumatized person who is trying their damndest to fix their broken world, but is going about it in all the worst ways.” Adding that she ultimately saw the opportunity to deliver “a streamlined, high-energy, passionate gut-punch of a production of one of the greatest works in the English language. Stark, modern, and emotionally honest.

Director Glenna Grant and actors, Jon Robinson, Gabrielle Bailey, Molly Graves, Sarah Felmet, among many others create a dynamic and powerful vision.

You don’t want to miss it!

by William Shakespeare Directed by Glenna Grant Opening 9/23/2022 – 10/22/2022

HART Theatre presents Assassins
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
The Fangmeyer Theatre at HART

In this multiple Tony Award-winning theatrical tour-de-force, Assassins explores the lives of nine men and women who either killed (or tried to kill) one of the Presidents of the United States. Stephen Sondheim’s intelligently, stunning lyrics and beautiful music effortlessly combine with a bold, disturbing and alarmingly funny book by John Wiedman. Assassins is a journey into the dark side of the American Dream, looking at our nation’s culture of celebrity and the violent means some will use to obtain it. 

Mature audiences only, not suitable for all ages

Our Town
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

Our Town

By: Thornton Wilder; Directed by: Robert Arleigh White

 

 

Our Town tells a story of life – from birth to love to death – that we can all relate to. Next-door families, the Gibbs and the Webbs, and their tight-knit small town, experience love and loss as they face the realities of life’s inevitable changes.

ACT gives this American classic a fresh approach and contemporary design to reflect our own town of Asheville, North Carolina today: how we look and sound, how we work and play, how we live and die. Come celebrate Our Town and heed the reminder to appreciate life’s most precious moments – the ones we spend with each other!

 

Accessibility:

All performances: Accessible wheelchair/scooter seating available.

Oct 8, 2022: ASL-Interpreted Performance

Our Town | By Thornton Wilder
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

2022-23 Season: Our Town

Our Town tells a story of life – from birth to love to death – that we can all relate to. Next-door families, the Gibbs and the Webbs, and their tight-knit small town, experience love and loss as they face the hard truths and joys of being alive and together.

ACT gives this American classic a fresh approach and contemporary design to reflect our own town of Asheville, North Carolina today: how we look and sound, how we work and play, how we live and die. Come celebrate Our Town and heed the reminder to appreciate life’s most precious moments – the ones we spend with each other!


**ACT will offer one performance with sign interpretation (American Sign Language) on October 15.**


Please see our website for ACT’s current masking policy. This policy is subject to change at any time, and all changes will be reflected on this webpage.

All tickets are subject to sales tax and a $3.50 ticketing system fee. All sales final. No exchanges or returns.

THE FRANKENSTEIN RUBRICS
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Magnetic Theatre

By David Hopes
Directed by Doug Savitt

The scientist. The monster. The tale of a creation suffering at the hands of his maker. It’s a story we all know – but what if the creation takes on a life of its own? What if the relationship between them was more complicated than we ever realized, and what if, by the act of making the monster, the scientist was changed as well?

October 7 – 22, 2022
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 4pm

THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Theatre

By F. Andrew Leslie, from the novel by Shirley Jackson

DIRECTED BY JONATHAN FORRESTER

In a chilling and mystifying study in mounting terror, a small group of “psychically receptive” people are brought together in desolate and deserted Hill House, a brooding, mid-Victorian mansion known as a place of evil. The visitors have come to probe the secrets of the old house and to draw forth the mysterious powers that it is alleged to possess—powers which have brought madness, murder and suicide to those who have lived there in in the past. As disturbing events begin to transpire, the house begins to influence (and overtake) the visitors’ psyches. To stay sane, they must be stronger than the traumas the house has brought upon them.

The Magnetic Theatre presents: The Frankenstein Rubrics
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm
The Magnetic Theatre

The scientist. The monster. A creation suffering at the hands of his maker. We know the story, but what if the creation takes on a life of its own, and what if, by the act of making the monster, the scientist was changed as well?

In The Frankenstein Rubrics, local favorite David Hopes weaves a web of thought-provoking possibilities from familiar threads of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Mrs. Shelley, her prolific poet husband Percy Shelley, their fellow Romantic writers, and of course Victor and the Creature all undertake voyages of self-definition and discovery, moving between the play’s worlds of fantasy and reality, transcending bounds of time and space to live out their own stories and intermingle with one another’s in an elegant dance of poignant prose, humor, and humanity.

Directed by Doug Savitt, The Frankenstein Rubrics features Evan Eckstrom, Daniel Henry, Morgan Miller, Daniel Moore, Strother Stingley, Jon Stockdale, and Hannah Williams.

Dear Evan Hansen
Oct 15 @ 8:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall

WINNER OF SIX TONY® AWARDS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL
AND GRAMMY® AWARD FOR BEST MUSICAL THEATER ALBUM.

 

A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it.

 

DEAR EVAN HANSEN has struck a remarkable chord with audiences and critics everywhere, including The Washington Post who says DEAR EVAN HANSEN is “Theatrical magic. One of the most remarkable shows in musical theatre history.” The New York Times calls it “a breathtaking knockout of a musical.” And NBC Nightly News declares the musical “an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond.”

 

DEAR EVAN HANSEN features a book by Tony Award winner Steven Levenson, a score by Grammy®, Tony® and Academy Award® winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La LandThe Greatest Showman), and direction by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif (RentNext to Normal).

Keller Williams
Oct 15 @ 8:00 pm
Salvage Station

Keller Williams will be celebrating the 20th Anniversary of his album “Laugh” by performing it in its entirety — along with Tye North (Leftover Salmon) and Dave Watts (The Motet), the original musicians from the album — LIVE on the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station! Dogs In A Pile will open the show!

A few words from Keller himself about this very special show:

It’s been 20 years since my album, Laugh, came out and I think that calls for a celebration!

Join me, Tye North, and Dave Watts as we play Laugh in its entirety and attempt to recreate the studio magic live. Obviously, in the last 20 years, we have all found ways to extend and stretch out the good times. So more than likely, a four-and-a-half-minute song in the record, just quite possibly, for certain, could go to about 11 minutes. So, it will be recreating the studio experience yet enhanced.  Please enjoy responsibly. Kw

Order 20th Anniversary Deluxe Vinyl: https://www.districtlines.com/keller-williams

Doors open at 7pm and the music starts at 8pm. 18+ ONLY (no exceptions)! FREE ON-SITE PARKING! Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!

Robert Dubac’s THE BOOK OF MORON
Oct 15 @ 8:00 pm
Diana Wortham Theatre

Robert Dubac’s THE BOOK OF MORON

Having been brainwashed by a culture that worships the Kardashians over character, delusion over truth and selfies over self-effacement, comedian Robert Dubac finds himself stuck in a coma of stupidity. Described as one of the most hilarious, intelligent and scorching satirical attacks on idiocracy since Mark Twain, this quick-witted comedic production is an ode to human mediocrity — a razor-sharp roast of the absurd that’ll leave you laughing and thinking at the same time. Contains adult content.

Keturah Allgood with Cody Siniard Duo
Oct 15 @ 8:30 pm
Isis Music Hall

Keturah Allgood was born and raised in the mountains of Western North Carolina. She plays soul stirring Americana music. Drawing on her myriad of life experiences she taps into the heart and soul of our shared existence. She believes that music has the power to bring us together and reminds us that love, kindness and compassion always shine through the darkness of these often trying times. Keturah Allgood will be joined by her band for this show

Born and raised in the mountains of North Carolina, Cody and Jonlyn Siniard‘s deep roots establish them as an authentic country/folk duo.  Their songwriting often tells tales of what it’s like growing up in a small town, while having big dreams.  They met through music in late 2017 and shortly after tied the knot.  This fiddle + guitar duo will leave you with a smile on your face and a new melody in your head.

Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at Isis Music Hall.  Advanced Reservations are highly recommended.