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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Sunday, November 21, 2021
‘Tis the Season Holiday Fair
Nov 21 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
WNC Ag Center Expo Building

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in the beautiful Western NC Mountains.

A festive shopping event featuring fabulous art, crafts, gifts, adornments for the home as well as delectable holiday food and NC wines.

Tis The Season Holiday Fair

 

Easy to find…

Just off I-26 at exit 40 (across from the Asheville Airport)
WNC AG Center, Davis Event Building Gate # 5

‘Tis the Season Holiday Fair is just minutes from the Biltmore Estate which is adorned with Christmas during the holiday season. The Grove Park Inn who hosts the well known Gingerbread House Competition and all the downtown festivities in the area that go on throughout the holiday season.

South East Punk Flea Market
Nov 21 @ 11:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Southeast Punk Flea Market- Spartanburg, SC!
Join us Nov. 20-21st as we take over Spartanburg for the weekend! There will be many vendors… DIY sellers and artists! We have a lot of fun planned for the weekend. If you are a fan of weirdo art, vinyl records, vintage clothes or possibly a collector of strange and unusual things, this event is for you!
SATURDAY Nov. 20th from 11a-7pm
SUNDAY Nov. 21st from 11a-7pm
-This event is ALL AGES.
-Food trucks at the PFM!
-All vendors accept cash and most take cards. There is an ATM on site.
Admission:
$5 at the door // Children 12 & under FREE.
*HAND SANITIZER STATION AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE VENUE!
*IF YOU ARE NOT FEELING WELL, PLEASE JOIN US NEXT TIME!
What kinda stuff can you expect to find here?….
VINTAGE CLOTHES, TOYS, ORIGINAL ART, TAXIDERMY, HANDMADE JEWELRY, RETRO VIDEO GAMES, COMIC BOOKS, VINYL RECORDS/CASSETTES/CDS, VHS, HORROR/B-MOVIE MEMORABILIA, ODDITIES! …and so much more!
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We are in search of new vendors! We want DIY sellers with Punk Junk! Clean out your closet and dust off your records, get the skateboard out from under your bed. Someone else wants it and you could use the $.
So ya wanna sell yer junk?…
If you are interested in becoming a vendor you must pre-register. Please check out our website for more info.
www.SoutheastPFM.com
Friday, November 26, 2021
Weaverville Library Used Book Store
Nov 26 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Weaverville Library

The Friends of the Weaverville Library (FOWL) are excited to announce the opening of their used bookstore in Weaverville on Thursday, July 8. Located in the lower level of the Weaverville Library at 41 N. Main St., the store will be open Thursdays 1-5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with expanded hours beginning in September. The store is stocked with thousands of books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and more. All adult books are priced at $1.50-$3.00, children and teen books at $1.00-$1.50, audio and video at $2.00.

There is also a bargain-priced area and a collection of special finds that are priced individually. Please feel free to contact us at 828-641-1812 or [email protected]. All proceeds from the store will benefit the Weaverville Library.

Saturday, November 27, 2021
Black Friday Radical Weekend
Nov 27 @ 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
Black Wall Street AVL New Building

We are so thrilled and excited to invite you to “Black Friday RADical Weekend” at Black Wall Street. We have Fun and Exciting activities awaiting!

 

✅Black Santa

✅Food Trucks

✅Christmas Carol-oke

✅Kids Corner

✅Mix & Mingle Party

✅BWS Market Place

 

Join us, bring your family, grab a friend and bring along to take your Black Friday experience to the next level with us!

 


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Small Business Saturday – Shop Small this Holiday Season
Nov 27 @ 10:00 am
Henderson County
Don’t Miss Small Business Saturday – Shop Small this Holiday Season
Each year, American Express partners with organizations and businesses across the US to promote Small Business Saturday as a reminder to everyone to spend their dollars with small businesses over the holidays.
This Saturday, November 27th, we hope that you will consider shopping with one or more of our wonderful Henderson County small businesses. Small businesses invest in and shape our community, let’s invest in them: Shop & Dine HC Saturday and throughout the Holiday season!
Weaverville Library Used Book Store
Nov 27 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Weaverville Library

The Friends of the Weaverville Library (FOWL) are excited to announce the opening of their used bookstore in Weaverville on Thursday, July 8. Located in the lower level of the Weaverville Library at 41 N. Main St., the store will be open Thursdays 1-5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with expanded hours beginning in September. The store is stocked with thousands of books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and more. All adult books are priced at $1.50-$3.00, children and teen books at $1.00-$1.50, audio and video at $2.00.

There is also a bargain-priced area and a collection of special finds that are priced individually. Please feel free to contact us at 828-641-1812 or [email protected]. All proceeds from the store will benefit the Weaverville Library.

Monday, November 29, 2021
Auditions: FIGHT GIRL BATTLE WORLD NON-MUSICAL
Nov 29 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

FIGHT GIRL BATTLE WORLD

NON-MUSICAL

By Qui Nguyen

Directed by Josh Batenhorst

AUDITION DATES: Monday, November 29 and Tuesday, November 30, 2021; 5:30-7:30 pm

PRODUCTION DATES: February 18-March 13, 2022; Performances Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm; Cast must plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to show time.

REHEARSALS: Full rehearsal calendar available at auditions – you are able to list any conflicts you have with the rehearsal schedule at this time.

DIRECTOR SEEKS: Actors of any gender identity, race or ethnicity will be considered for any desired role indicated on their audition sheet. All roles will be presented as they are gendered in the script.

Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Bullington Gardens Virtual Holiday Sale
Nov 30 all-day
online

Join us for our virtual holiday sale. Trees, wreaths, holiday decor, ornaments and so much more! Easy ordering and contactless pick up.

Auditions: FIGHT GIRL BATTLE WORLD NON-MUSICAL
Nov 30 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

FIGHT GIRL BATTLE WORLD

NON-MUSICAL

By Qui Nguyen

Directed by Josh Batenhorst

AUDITION DATES: Monday, November 29 and Tuesday, November 30, 2021; 5:30-7:30 pm

PRODUCTION DATES: February 18-March 13, 2022; Performances Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm, Sundays at 2:30 pm; Cast must plan to arrive at least 1 hour prior to show time.

REHEARSALS: Full rehearsal calendar available at auditions – you are able to list any conflicts you have with the rehearsal schedule at this time.

DIRECTOR SEEKS: Actors of any gender identity, race or ethnicity will be considered for any desired role indicated on their audition sheet. All roles will be presented as they are gendered in the script.

Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Bullington Gardens Virtual Holiday Sale
Dec 1 all-day
online

Join us for our virtual holiday sale. Trees, wreaths, holiday decor, ornaments and so much more! Easy ordering and contactless pick up.

Patton Avenue Pet Company: Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
Dec 1 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Patton Avenue Pet Company 3 locations

Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK with a plethora of deals! Save on your favorite brands of food, treats, and more, and be entered into our giveaway for a chance to win some fantastic prizes.

 

In honor of our 10th anniversary, we are taking 10% off some of our bestselling brands! Save on pet food, cat litter, CBD, and more! Brands include Orijen, Acana, The Honest Kitchen, Farmina, Pet Releaf, Primal & many more!

We are also running a GIVEAWAY up until the end of December! Top prizes include a pet-friendly vacation worth $500, a fancy cat tree worth $400, a $100 gift card to Patton Avenue Pet Company, and more! Both in store and online purchases will be eligible to enter!

 

Save 40% on select apparel from RC Pet and Rubie’s! Also take 40% off all Hanukkah products and Hugglehounds Holiday Knotties.

 

After spending $20 or more on cat toys, receive a free Yeowww catnip toy – choose from either a stocking or adorable mitten!

Spend $75 or more on any items, and receive a free tote bag filled with special goodies – while supplies last!

 

Take $10 off all advent calendars! Choose from adorable fill-it-yourself cloth calendars or a musical version from Bosco & Roxy’s.

For stocking stuffers (or calendars!), check out our 10 for $10 deal! With select products, buy any 10 for $1 each – mixing and matching encouraged!

DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE

109 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
828-255-7737

WEST ASHEVILLE

1388 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28806
828-505-8299

SOUTH ASHEVILLE

582 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
828-575-9282

Noir Collective AVL @ YMI Specials for Small Business Week
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Noir Collective AVL

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offering a free wellness gift with every $50 purchase in store and with each paid tour or donation to YMI Cultural Center. This offer applies from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm and can be claimed at Noir Collective AVL
Thursday, December 2, 2021
Bullington Gardens Virtual Holiday Sale
Dec 2 all-day
online

Join us for our virtual holiday sale. Trees, wreaths, holiday decor, ornaments and so much more! Easy ordering and contactless pick up.

Patton Avenue Pet Company: Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
Dec 2 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Patton Avenue Pet Company 3 locations

Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK with a plethora of deals! Save on your favorite brands of food, treats, and more, and be entered into our giveaway for a chance to win some fantastic prizes.

 

In honor of our 10th anniversary, we are taking 10% off some of our bestselling brands! Save on pet food, cat litter, CBD, and more! Brands include Orijen, Acana, The Honest Kitchen, Farmina, Pet Releaf, Primal & many more!

We are also running a GIVEAWAY up until the end of December! Top prizes include a pet-friendly vacation worth $500, a fancy cat tree worth $400, a $100 gift card to Patton Avenue Pet Company, and more! Both in store and online purchases will be eligible to enter!

 

Save 40% on select apparel from RC Pet and Rubie’s! Also take 40% off all Hanukkah products and Hugglehounds Holiday Knotties.

 

After spending $20 or more on cat toys, receive a free Yeowww catnip toy – choose from either a stocking or adorable mitten!

Spend $75 or more on any items, and receive a free tote bag filled with special goodies – while supplies last!

 

Take $10 off all advent calendars! Choose from adorable fill-it-yourself cloth calendars or a musical version from Bosco & Roxy’s.

For stocking stuffers (or calendars!), check out our 10 for $10 deal! With select products, buy any 10 for $1 each – mixing and matching encouraged!

DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE

109 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
828-255-7737

WEST ASHEVILLE

1388 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28806
828-505-8299

SOUTH ASHEVILLE

582 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
828-575-9282

Noir Collective AVL @ YMI Specials for Small Business Week
Dec 2 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Noir Collective AVL

Header image for the site

offering a free wellness gift with every $50 purchase in store and with each paid tour or donation to YMI Cultural Center. This offer applies from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm and can be claimed at Noir Collective AVL
Friday, December 3, 2021
Bullington Gardens Virtual Holiday Sale
Dec 3 all-day
online

Join us for our virtual holiday sale. Trees, wreaths, holiday decor, ornaments and so much more! Easy ordering and contactless pick up.

Patton Avenue Pet Company: Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
Dec 3 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Patton Avenue Pet Company 3 locations

Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK with a plethora of deals! Save on your favorite brands of food, treats, and more, and be entered into our giveaway for a chance to win some fantastic prizes.

 

In honor of our 10th anniversary, we are taking 10% off some of our bestselling brands! Save on pet food, cat litter, CBD, and more! Brands include Orijen, Acana, The Honest Kitchen, Farmina, Pet Releaf, Primal & many more!

We are also running a GIVEAWAY up until the end of December! Top prizes include a pet-friendly vacation worth $500, a fancy cat tree worth $400, a $100 gift card to Patton Avenue Pet Company, and more! Both in store and online purchases will be eligible to enter!

 

Save 40% on select apparel from RC Pet and Rubie’s! Also take 40% off all Hanukkah products and Hugglehounds Holiday Knotties.

 

After spending $20 or more on cat toys, receive a free Yeowww catnip toy – choose from either a stocking or adorable mitten!

Spend $75 or more on any items, and receive a free tote bag filled with special goodies – while supplies last!

 

Take $10 off all advent calendars! Choose from adorable fill-it-yourself cloth calendars or a musical version from Bosco & Roxy’s.

For stocking stuffers (or calendars!), check out our 10 for $10 deal! With select products, buy any 10 for $1 each – mixing and matching encouraged!

DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE

109 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
828-255-7737

WEST ASHEVILLE

1388 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28806
828-505-8299

SOUTH ASHEVILLE

582 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
828-575-9282

Noir Collective AVL @ YMI Specials for Small Business Week
Dec 3 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Noir Collective AVL

Header image for the site

offering a free wellness gift with every $50 purchase in store and with each paid tour or donation to YMI Cultural Center. This offer applies from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm and can be claimed at Noir Collective AVL
Weaverville Library Used Book Store
Dec 3 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Weaverville Library

The Friends of the Weaverville Library (FOWL) are excited to announce the opening of their used bookstore in Weaverville on Thursday, July 8. Located in the lower level of the Weaverville Library at 41 N. Main St., the store will be open Thursdays 1-5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with expanded hours beginning in September. The store is stocked with thousands of books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and more. All adult books are priced at $1.50-$3.00, children and teen books at $1.00-$1.50, audio and video at $2.00.

There is also a bargain-priced area and a collection of special finds that are priced individually. Please feel free to contact us at 828-641-1812 or [email protected]. All proceeds from the store will benefit the Weaverville Library.

Saturday, December 4, 2021
Bullington Gardens Virtual Holiday Sale
Dec 4 all-day
online

Join us for our virtual holiday sale. Trees, wreaths, holiday decor, ornaments and so much more! Easy ordering and contactless pick up.

Kids at HART Auditions: Newsies + Anne of Green Gables
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Haywood Arts Regional Theater

Newsies  Audition information will be coming soon!

Newsies & Anne of Green Gables will offer roles for youth and adults!

You can audition for both Newsies and Anne of Green Gables and be in both.

 

Audition Information:

A monologue of your choice OR tell a story about a time you felt misunderstood OR tell a story about something funny that happened to you. One to two minutes.
Auditionees will also be given sides to read.

Characters:

Anne Shirley (11-17) – intelligent, sees the world through her vivid imagination, is romantic, temperamental, full of extreme emotions and opinions, unstoppable, an orphan with a tough background who finds her family and happiness at Green Gables with the Cuthberts, falls in love with Gilbert Blythe, is Diana’s best friend, eventually becomes a teacher and author
Marilla Cuthbert (mid 50’s to early 60’s) – straightforward, hardworking, fair and kind, a  no-nonsense kind of woman, takes care of the homestead at Green Gables, Matthew’s sister who never married but once had affection for Gilbert Blythe’s father, raises Anne with Matthew and is the dominating influencer, although Matthew often helps soften her methods
Matthew Cuthbert (60’s) – a farmer, lives and works at Green Gables with his sister, Marilla, is quiet, perceptive, adores Anne and loves her imaginative speech, doesn’t always agree with Marilla on how to raise Anne
Mrs. Rachel Lynde (60’s) – the “eye” of the neighborhood, opinionated and brash at times, but kind-hearted once you get to know her, graceful yet perky, disapproving of Anne at first but becomes one of her greatest allies, Marilla’s closest friend and neighbor
Diana Barry (12-18) – sweet, well-spoken, stylish yet practical, boy-obsessed, Anne’s best friend, groomed to take on the role of a traditional wife one day
Jane Andrews (11-17) – loves school equally for social and academic reasons, athletic, loves Anne’s stories, Ruby’s best friend
Josie Pye (12-18) – rival to Anne, territorial, friends with the other girls but keeps people at a distance, believes herself to be the most popular
Ruby Gillis (11-17) – soft-spoken, sweet, loyal, loves Anne’s world, secretly a romantic, Jane’s best friend
Gilbert Blythe (14-19) – smart, handsome, Anne’s academic rival and eventual love interest, misses some school when his father is sick but catches up quickly and is top of his class along with Anne
Moody Spurgeon McPherson (12-18) – Gilbert’s buddy, good-natured, eventually marries Diana Barry, helps his father at the train station
Mrs. Barry (30’s)* – Diana’s mother, proper and traditional, stylish
Mrs. Spencer (30’s)* – has too many children to care for at once, constantly helping others with no time for herself, likely has spit-up or drool on her dress
Voice of Miss Stacy (30’s)* – a voice in this version, but she is the teacher Anne most looks up to and mirrors as she grows, is articulate and confident with a soothing tone, able to inspire her students
*These roles can be played by one person or cast separately.

Other Information:

MEETING and TABLE READ of the SCRIPT (within one week after casting based on cast availability – mid-December)
REHEARSAL PERIOD
Rehearsals January 17th – February 17, 2022, Mon-Thurs. 5:30-7:30*
*Beginning February 7, rehearsals will run 5:30-8:30 due to the length of the show
Performances in the Fangmeyer Theatre: Feb 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27
(Fri/Sat performances at 7:30pm with 6:30 call time & Sun performances at 2pm with a 1pm call time)
Patton Avenue Pet Company: Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Patton Avenue Pet Company 3 locations

Celebrate our TENTH ANNIVERSARY and SMALL BUSINESS WEEK with a plethora of deals! Save on your favorite brands of food, treats, and more, and be entered into our giveaway for a chance to win some fantastic prizes.

 

In honor of our 10th anniversary, we are taking 10% off some of our bestselling brands! Save on pet food, cat litter, CBD, and more! Brands include Orijen, Acana, The Honest Kitchen, Farmina, Pet Releaf, Primal & many more!

We are also running a GIVEAWAY up until the end of December! Top prizes include a pet-friendly vacation worth $500, a fancy cat tree worth $400, a $100 gift card to Patton Avenue Pet Company, and more! Both in store and online purchases will be eligible to enter!

 

Save 40% on select apparel from RC Pet and Rubie’s! Also take 40% off all Hanukkah products and Hugglehounds Holiday Knotties.

 

After spending $20 or more on cat toys, receive a free Yeowww catnip toy – choose from either a stocking or adorable mitten!

Spend $75 or more on any items, and receive a free tote bag filled with special goodies – while supplies last!

 

Take $10 off all advent calendars! Choose from adorable fill-it-yourself cloth calendars or a musical version from Bosco & Roxy’s.

For stocking stuffers (or calendars!), check out our 10 for $10 deal! With select products, buy any 10 for $1 each – mixing and matching encouraged!

DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE

109 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
828-255-7737

WEST ASHEVILLE

1388 Patton Ave
Asheville, NC 28806
828-505-8299

SOUTH ASHEVILLE

582 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803
828-575-9282

Local Cloth Holiday Market Meet Up
Dec 4 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Local Cloth

Local Cloth Holiday Market Meet Up

Getting in early on this one as I know December is a busy one for most people!

Local cloth are hosting their Holiday Market and I thought it would be fun to support other makers.

We will meet at the entrance to the fair, shop together then grab lunch somewhere afterwards (location TBD)

I’ll add more details to this one nearer the time.

Noir Collective AVL @ YMI Specials for Small Business Week
Dec 4 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Noir Collective AVL

Header image for the site

offering a free wellness gift with every $50 purchase in store and with each paid tour or donation to YMI Cultural Center. This offer applies from Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm and can be claimed at Noir Collective AVL
Weaverville Library Used Book Store
Dec 4 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Weaverville Library

The Friends of the Weaverville Library (FOWL) are excited to announce the opening of their used bookstore in Weaverville on Thursday, July 8. Located in the lower level of the Weaverville Library at 41 N. Main St., the store will be open Thursdays 1-5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with expanded hours beginning in September. The store is stocked with thousands of books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and more. All adult books are priced at $1.50-$3.00, children and teen books at $1.00-$1.50, audio and video at $2.00.

There is also a bargain-priced area and a collection of special finds that are priced individually. Please feel free to contact us at 828-641-1812 or [email protected]. All proceeds from the store will benefit the Weaverville Library.

Continuum Art hosts an Art Market
Dec 4 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
CONTINUUM ART NC

On the first Saturday of each month, Continuum Art hosts an art market to showcase local
artists and makers. Ranging in mediums from paintings, to textiles, to jewelry, you’re
guaranteed to find something you love! Each market also hosts live music and local caterers. A
free, family-friendly event and a great way to check out our space and upcoming events. Visit us
from 12-5pm on September 4th!
If you’re interested in vending at one of our art markets, email [email protected] or
DM on Instagram @continuumgallerync

The Big Crafty
Dec 4 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville
The Big Crafty
As the days grow chillier, we can’t wait to bask in the warmth of a weekend with our creative family and to celebrate art and community as a balm to challenging times.

This year we’re celebrating the creative efflorescence of this particular moment and the ways in which artists have forged new paths, explored new mediums, and found new ways to connect and collaborate. We’re so excited to glory in it all with you.

The Big Crafty celebrates the beauty of a human-scale economy and of community-building, soul-enriching creative work.

We believe in supporting small-scale creatives and we aim to make doing so fun.

Sunday, December 5, 2021
Bullington Gardens Virtual Holiday Sale
Dec 5 all-day
online

Join us for our virtual holiday sale. Trees, wreaths, holiday decor, ornaments and so much more! Easy ordering and contactless pick up.

Give the Gift of Theatre!
Dec 5 all-day
online
Flat Rock Playhouse Gift
                Certificate sits on a decorated Christmas tree

If you are looking for a great stocking stuffer or Hanukkah gift, why not give the gift of live theatre? The 2022 season will be announced soon and an experience is an unforgettable gift. Contact the Box Office at 828.693.0731 to purchase.

Also, consider making a donation designated to underwrite the cost of tickets which will be offered to first responders in the area. For the person who doesn’t need anything, but loves the arts, this could be a very special gift you give in their honor. Contact the Development Office for more information. 828.693.0403 x220.

Kids at HART Auditions: Newsies + Anne of Green Gables
Dec 5 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Haywood Arts Regional Theater

Newsies  Audition information will be coming soon!

Newsies & Anne of Green Gables will offer roles for youth and adults!

You can audition for both Newsies and Anne of Green Gables and be in both.

 

Audition Information:

A monologue of your choice OR tell a story about a time you felt misunderstood OR tell a story about something funny that happened to you. One to two minutes.
Auditionees will also be given sides to read.

Characters:

Anne Shirley (11-17) – intelligent, sees the world through her vivid imagination, is romantic, temperamental, full of extreme emotions and opinions, unstoppable, an orphan with a tough background who finds her family and happiness at Green Gables with the Cuthberts, falls in love with Gilbert Blythe, is Diana’s best friend, eventually becomes a teacher and author
Marilla Cuthbert (mid 50’s to early 60’s) – straightforward, hardworking, fair and kind, a  no-nonsense kind of woman, takes care of the homestead at Green Gables, Matthew’s sister who never married but once had affection for Gilbert Blythe’s father, raises Anne with Matthew and is the dominating influencer, although Matthew often helps soften her methods
Matthew Cuthbert (60’s) – a farmer, lives and works at Green Gables with his sister, Marilla, is quiet, perceptive, adores Anne and loves her imaginative speech, doesn’t always agree with Marilla on how to raise Anne
Mrs. Rachel Lynde (60’s) – the “eye” of the neighborhood, opinionated and brash at times, but kind-hearted once you get to know her, graceful yet perky, disapproving of Anne at first but becomes one of her greatest allies, Marilla’s closest friend and neighbor
Diana Barry (12-18) – sweet, well-spoken, stylish yet practical, boy-obsessed, Anne’s best friend, groomed to take on the role of a traditional wife one day
Jane Andrews (11-17) – loves school equally for social and academic reasons, athletic, loves Anne’s stories, Ruby’s best friend
Josie Pye (12-18) – rival to Anne, territorial, friends with the other girls but keeps people at a distance, believes herself to be the most popular
Ruby Gillis (11-17) – soft-spoken, sweet, loyal, loves Anne’s world, secretly a romantic, Jane’s best friend
Gilbert Blythe (14-19) – smart, handsome, Anne’s academic rival and eventual love interest, misses some school when his father is sick but catches up quickly and is top of his class along with Anne
Moody Spurgeon McPherson (12-18) – Gilbert’s buddy, good-natured, eventually marries Diana Barry, helps his father at the train station
Mrs. Barry (30’s)* – Diana’s mother, proper and traditional, stylish
Mrs. Spencer (30’s)* – has too many children to care for at once, constantly helping others with no time for herself, likely has spit-up or drool on her dress
Voice of Miss Stacy (30’s)* – a voice in this version, but she is the teacher Anne most looks up to and mirrors as she grows, is articulate and confident with a soothing tone, able to inspire her students
*These roles can be played by one person or cast separately.

Other Information:

MEETING and TABLE READ of the SCRIPT (within one week after casting based on cast availability – mid-December)
REHEARSAL PERIOD
Rehearsals January 17th – February 17, 2022, Mon-Thurs. 5:30-7:30*
*Beginning February 7, rehearsals will run 5:30-8:30 due to the length of the show
Performances in the Fangmeyer Theatre: Feb 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27
(Fri/Sat performances at 7:30pm with 6:30 call time & Sun performances at 2pm with a 1pm call time)