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2022 Season will offer Rootabaga Express! on Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10:15 am.
Celebrate 100 years of Rootabaga this summer! Published in 1922, the “Rootabaga Stories” have entertained readers and audiences of all ages for 100 years. Use the links at the bottom to read a story or watch part of a play.
The Sandburg Summer Stage is a series of free public performances. These 30-minute programs feature the cast and directors from The Vagabond School of the Drama, an apprentice program of the Flat Rock Playhouse. Performances are held rain or shine, at the park amphitheatre near the Front Lake.
Rootabaga Express!
Carl Sandburg created his own version of American fairy tales when he published Rootabaga Stories (1922) and Rootabaga Pigeons (1923). He replaced the European fairy tale cast of princes, princesses, castles and kingdoms with icons American children would recognize — taxi-drivers, movie actors, skyscrapers, prairies and automobiles. Rootabaga Express! brings the stories of the Five Rusty Rats, Bimbo the Snip and more to life.You’ll meet new characters and journey farther into the Village of Liver and Onions and Sandburg’s imagination than ever before.The 30-minute shows are appropriate for all ages and held rain or shine.
These shows are supported by the Flat Rock Playhouse and the Park Store, operated by America’s National Parks.
Apprentice actors from the Flat Rock Playhouse have performed adaptations of Sandburg’s works for park visitors since 1974. Using Sandburg’s own words from his collections of children’s stories, poetry, collected music, biography of Abraham Lincoln and his own autobiography, the performances provide visitors with a sense of the scope of his work and imagination. Sandburg was an expert storyteller, and easily wove important messages of fairness, empathy and social justice into his writings. Whatever play you are able to attend you will walk away with a smile on your face and a better understanding of the legacy of Carl Sandburg.
No shows June 30 and July 2.
West Side Story
Jul 21 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse
The number one requested musical from our 2019 show survey: you asked for it, you got it! From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the ‘American’ Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of fear, violence, and prejudice remains one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching, and relevant musical dramas of our time. With a score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story is widely regarded as among the best musicals ever written.
STARBRIGHT
Jul 21 @ 7:30 pm
Magnetic Theatre
By Sean David Robinson
Directed by Ashleigh Millett-Goff
Grace, an astronomer with a Ph.D. in astrophysics, is reeling from the death of her daughter, Abigail. When Abigail appears to Grace and begins to make predictions about events in the cosmos, Grace must choose between her memories and her sanity.
May 6 – 21, 2022
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 4pm
The Music Man
Jul 21 @ 7:30 pm
HART’s Main Stage
Directed by Candice Dickinson
There is trouble in River City, Iowa when con artist Harold Hill rolls into town. Hill poses as a boys’ band organizer and sells uniforms and instruments to the naive midwestern folk, planning to leave town before he ever has to teach a single music lesson. But those plans are turned on their head when Harold Hill meets the clever town Librarian, Marian Paroo. One of the most universally cherished treasures of American musical theater, The Music Man was an instant smash hit when it premiered on Broadway in 1957, winning five Tony Awards, and going on to a long career of revivals, tours, and regional performances.The Smithsonian Institution ranks The Music Man as one of the “great glories” of American popular culture. Don’t miss this summer smash hit!
West Side Story
Jul 21 @ 7:30 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse
The number one requested musical from our 2019 show survey: you asked for it, you got it! From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the ‘American’ Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of fear, violence, and prejudice remains one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching, and relevant musical dramas of our time. With a score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story is widely regarded as among the best musicals ever written.
Commit to treating yourself to a year of professional live theatre with a 2022-23 Season Pass! Whether you’re looking for flexible tickets to attend each show as you know your own schedule, or whether you’re a “book it ahead” person who has a favorite seat you just have to have: we’ve got you covered with the Season Pass!
This flex pass gives you first choice at seats or, if you prefer, time to wait and decide when you know what your calendar looks like! Ticket exchanges are always free.
All this at a 20% discount* off the price of single tickets.
That’s like seeing six shows for the price of five!
How it works: Once you purchase your pass, you’ll be emailed a special, unique code that you’ll use as a coupon code to book your tickets to each show when you’re ready. Don’t worry, we’ll have your code on file in case you misplace your copy!
…or call us at (828) 239-0263. We’re here to help!
Wortham Arts Summer Theatre Camp • Ages 10-11
Jul 22 all-day
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts
In a week of super adventures, your students will develop their own super-character and weave them into an original performance through a week of drama instruction at the Wortham. With non-stop opportunities to express themselves through arts-based games, activities and field trips, campers will learn life-long skills such as collaboration, communication, self-confidence and leadership. Facilitated by professional arts educators from Bright Star Touring Theatre, students will write their own show and perform it on one of Wortham’s professional stages in an end-of-week showcase for family and friends.
Lion King Workshop
Jul 22 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Asheville Performing Arts Academy
Join us in the CIRCLE OF LIFE
The African savannah comes to life on stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle… and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.
Camp features: acting and movement classes, voice classes, drumming and prop making and more!
All campers will receive two tickets for each Friday show (3pm and 5pm). The campers stay after the 3pm show for a CAST pizza party between showings, and will go home at the conclusion of the 5pm show on Friday.
Camps run Monday-Friday, 9am -3pm
(The Performance and Competition Team is 10am-4pm.)
Tanglewood Theatre Youth Camp (AGES 5-7)
Jul 22 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Asheville Community Theatre
THIS IS A HALF-DAY CAMP. Core classes include acting, dance and movement, music, costume design, improv, and physical comedy. Additional classes, daily activities, and instructors vary by session, so join us for one week or several! There will not be a final showcase for Youth Camp. Masks are currently optional for all students, regardless of vaccination status. Campers should plan to bring their own lunch, water bottle, and snacks from home.
Please do not purchase registration prior to applying for a scholarship. Applications must be received at least two weeks before the first day of the camp session for consideration.
Tanglewood Youth Camp (AGES 10-11)
Jul 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Asheville Community Theatre
Core classes include acting, dance and movement, music, costume design, improv, and physical comedy. Additional classes, daily activities, and instructors vary by session, so join us for one week or several! There will not be a final showcase for Youth Camp. Masks are currently optional for all students, regardless of vaccination status. Campers should plan to bring their own lunch, water bottle, and snacks from home.
Please do not purchase registration prior to applying for a scholarship. Applications must be received at least two weeks before the first day of the camp session for consideration.
Tanglewood Youth Theatre Camp (AGES 12-13)
Jul 22 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Asheville Community Theatre
Core classes include acting, dance and movement, music, costume design, improv, and physical comedy. Additional classes, daily activities, and instructors vary by session, so join us for one week or several! There will not be a final showcase for Youth Camp. Masks are currently optional for all students, regardless of vaccination status. Campers should plan to bring their own lunch, water bottle, and snacks from home.
Please do not purchase registration prior to applying for a scholarship. Applications must be received at least two weeks before the first day of the camp session for consideration.
JOIN US ONSTAGE IN “HENRY V”
Jul 22 @ 11:30 am – 4:00 pm
Attic Salt Theatre Arts Space
In this history play, Shakespeare follows the life of King Henry V from the Hundred Years’ War to the Battle of Agincourt.
Rehearsals for “Henry V” will be from 11am-4pm Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays starting July 11, and performances will be July 29-31 and August 5-7.
[title of show]
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre
Tickets are not on sale yet. Please check back closer to the event date.
Jeff and Hunter hear about a new musical theatre festival but the deadline for submissions is a mere three weeks away. With nothing to lose, the pair decides to try to create something new with the help of their friends Susan, Heidi and Larry. [title of show] — taken from the space on the festival’s application form which asks for the “[title of show]” — follows Hunter and Jeff and their friends on their journey through the gauntlet of creative self-expression and is a love letter to the musical theatre and to the joy of collaboration.
Masks are now recommended instead of required for performances and in the lobby.
All tickets are subject to sales tax and a $3 ticketing system fee. All sales final. No exchanges or returns.
HART Theatre presents The Music Man
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
HART’s Main Stage
HART’s Main Stage
Directed by Candice Dickinson
There is trouble in River City, Iowa when con artist Harold Hill rolls into town. Hill poses as a boys’ band organizer and sells uniforms and instruments to the naive midwestern folk, planning to leave town before he ever has to teach a single music lesson. But those plans are turned on their head when Harold Hill meets the clever town Librarian, Marian Paroo. One of the most universally cherished treasures of American musical theater, The Music Man was an instant smash hit when it premiered on Broadway in 1957, winning five Tony Awards, and going on to a long career of revivals, tours, and regional performances.The Smithsonian Institution ranks The Music Man as one of the “great glories” of American popular culture. Don’t miss this summer smash hit!
Suitable for all audiences.
Much Ado About Nothing
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre
by William Shakespeare Directed by Dwight Chiles Opening 7/15/2022 – 8/13/2022
RECYCLED NUTS
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
Magnetic Theatre
By Travis Lowe
Directed by Tippin
Almond farmer Jerry wants to change the negative public perception of his nuts. Alma and Felix are there to report on it. Tressa and Effie want to claim the ranch for themselves, since farm wife Adelaide defaulted on the mortgage. Officers Kemp and Ren are there just to keep the peace. When Alma dies of a nut allergy and returns as a ghost, it sets off a series of comically fatal accidents. As each character expires and the farmhouse slowly fills with spirits, cameraman and reluctant medium Felix must manage the living and the dead, while maintaining both his life and sanity.
July 8 – 23, 2022
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 4pm
STARBRIGHT
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
Magnetic Theatre
By Sean David Robinson
Directed by Ashleigh Millett-Goff
Grace, an astronomer with a Ph.D. in astrophysics, is reeling from the death of her daughter, Abigail. When Abigail appears to Grace and begins to make predictions about events in the cosmos, Grace must choose between her memories and her sanity.
May 6 – 21, 2022
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 4pm
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Theatre
Music & Lyrics by William Finn
Book By Rachel Sheinkin
Conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Additional Materials by Jay Reiss
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Originally Produced on Broadway by David Stone, James L. Nederlander, Barbara Whitman, Patrick Catullo, Barrington Stage Company, Second Stage Theatre
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
DIRECTED BY HEATHER DENTON
In this Tony award-winning musical, six awkward spelling champions vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the champions spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, six spellers enter; one speller wins!
The Music Man
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm
HART’s Main Stage
Directed by Candice Dickinson
There is trouble in River City, Iowa when con artist Harold Hill rolls into town. Hill poses as a boys’ band organizer and sells uniforms and instruments to the naive midwestern folk, planning to leave town before he ever has to teach a single music lesson. But those plans are turned on their head when Harold Hill meets the clever town Librarian, Marian Paroo. One of the most universally cherished treasures of American musical theater, The Music Man was an instant smash hit when it premiered on Broadway in 1957, winning five Tony Awards, and going on to a long career of revivals, tours, and regional performances.The Smithsonian Institution ranks The Music Man as one of the “great glories” of American popular culture. Don’t miss this summer smash hit!
West Side Story
Jul 22 @ 8:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse
The number one requested musical from our 2019 show survey: you asked for it, you got it! From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the ‘American’ Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of fear, violence, and prejudice remains one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching, and relevant musical dramas of our time. With a score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story is widely regarded as among the best musicals ever written.
Commit to treating yourself to a year of professional live theatre with a 2022-23 Season Pass! Whether you’re looking for flexible tickets to attend each show as you know your own schedule, or whether you’re a “book it ahead” person who has a favorite seat you just have to have: we’ve got you covered with the Season Pass!
This flex pass gives you first choice at seats or, if you prefer, time to wait and decide when you know what your calendar looks like! Ticket exchanges are always free.
All this at a 20% discount* off the price of single tickets.
That’s like seeing six shows for the price of five!
How it works: Once you purchase your pass, you’ll be emailed a special, unique code that you’ll use as a coupon code to book your tickets to each show when you’re ready. Don’t worry, we’ll have your code on file in case you misplace your copy!
…or call us at (828) 239-0263. We’re here to help!
Autumn of Oz
Jul 23 @ 10:00 am – 6:30 pm
Land Of Oz
The Autumn at Oz Festival is the largest Oz festival in the world! A combination of your standard festival with arts & craft, handmade trinkets, memorabilia, & food vendors, it also includes a completely immersive theatrical experience where guests are engulfed into the classic story as you travel into the Gale Kansas Farm, through the tornado experience, and down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. Along the way, meet all of your favorite characters for photo opportunities, see many live performances, and shop for your favorite Wizard of Oz Memorabilia.
The park will be debuting several new components to its immersive walkthrough theatre experience at this year’s Autumn at Oz event including:
Brand new costumes for all main cast members curated by Project Runway Season 1 runner-up, Austin Scarlett.
A restoration of the original 1970s psychedelic artwork inside the interactive “Kansas Twister” scene.
8 enchanting performances along the Yellow Brick Road
The recently-developed Over The Rainbow overlook, showcasing a breathtaking 5-state view.
The refurbishing of one of the park’s original metal balloon set pieces which serves as the park’s only ride.
Guests can also anticipate:
Photos & autographs with characters
Extraordinary sets, including a hand-implemented poppy field, adorned with over 4,000 fake poppies
Live performances by veteran actors
Face painting
Food vendors
Merchandise
Greek Myths
Jul 23 @ 10:00 am
Attic Salt Theatre
All of our shows are funny, imaginative and educational. You have another chance to catch some trickster tales, and TWO chances to catch some great Greek myths, along with Tale of the Pig, about a VERY magical porcine and his princess!
Carl Sandburg Summer Plays
Jul 23 @ 10:15 am
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site
Sandburg Summer Stage
2022 Season will offer Rootabaga Express! on Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10:15 am.
Celebrate 100 years of Rootabaga this summer! Published in 1922, the “Rootabaga Stories” have entertained readers and audiences of all ages for 100 years. Use the links at the bottom to read a story or watch part of a play.
The Sandburg Summer Stage is a series of free public performances. These 30-minute programs feature the cast and directors from The Vagabond School of the Drama, an apprentice program of the Flat Rock Playhouse. Performances are held rain or shine, at the park amphitheatre near the Front Lake.
Rootabaga Express!
Carl Sandburg created his own version of American fairy tales when he published Rootabaga Stories (1922) and Rootabaga Pigeons (1923). He replaced the European fairy tale cast of princes, princesses, castles and kingdoms with icons American children would recognize — taxi-drivers, movie actors, skyscrapers, prairies and automobiles. Rootabaga Express! brings the stories of the Five Rusty Rats, Bimbo the Snip and more to life.You’ll meet new characters and journey farther into the Village of Liver and Onions and Sandburg’s imagination than ever before.The 30-minute shows are appropriate for all ages and held rain or shine.
These shows are supported by the Flat Rock Playhouse and the Park Store, operated by America’s National Parks.
Apprentice actors from the Flat Rock Playhouse have performed adaptations of Sandburg’s works for park visitors since 1974. Using Sandburg’s own words from his collections of children’s stories, poetry, collected music, biography of Abraham Lincoln and his own autobiography, the performances provide visitors with a sense of the scope of his work and imagination. Sandburg was an expert storyteller, and easily wove important messages of fairness, empathy and social justice into his writings. Whatever play you are able to attend you will walk away with a smile on your face and a better understanding of the legacy of Carl Sandburg.
No shows June 30 and July 2.
West Side Story
Jul 23 @ 2:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse
The number one requested musical from our 2019 show survey: you asked for it, you got it! From the first notes to the final breath, West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time. Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is transported to modern-day New York City as two young, idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs, the ‘American’ Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a world of fear, violence, and prejudice remains one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching, and relevant musical dramas of our time. With a score by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, West Side Story is widely regarded as among the best musicals ever written.
Flat Rock Playhouse Volunteer Opportunity: Feed Me!
Jul 23 @ 5:00 pm
Flat Rock Playhouse
Get Involved with FEED ME!
FEED ME! is a fun opportunity to meet the apprentices and interns who come to study under the staff of Flat Rock Playhouse. On days that there are both afternoon and evening performances they are very busy between the shows and have little time to eat dinner.
This is where you come in!
FEED ME! volunteers select date(s) they would be willing to provide dinner in the Dan Dee Gift Shop and Dining Hall on the Playhouse property. A second-year Apprentice will be there to help you set up.
[title of show]
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre
Tickets are not on sale yet. Please check back closer to the event date.
Jeff and Hunter hear about a new musical theatre festival but the deadline for submissions is a mere three weeks away. With nothing to lose, the pair decides to try to create something new with the help of their friends Susan, Heidi and Larry. [title of show] — taken from the space on the festival’s application form which asks for the “[title of show]” — follows Hunter and Jeff and their friends on their journey through the gauntlet of creative self-expression and is a love letter to the musical theatre and to the joy of collaboration.
Masks are now recommended instead of required for performances and in the lobby.
All tickets are subject to sales tax and a $3 ticketing system fee. All sales final. No exchanges or returns.
HART Theatre presents The Music Man
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm
HART’s Main Stage
HART’s Main Stage
Directed by Candice Dickinson
There is trouble in River City, Iowa when con artist Harold Hill rolls into town. Hill poses as a boys’ band organizer and sells uniforms and instruments to the naive midwestern folk, planning to leave town before he ever has to teach a single music lesson. But those plans are turned on their head when Harold Hill meets the clever town Librarian, Marian Paroo. One of the most universally cherished treasures of American musical theater, The Music Man was an instant smash hit when it premiered on Broadway in 1957, winning five Tony Awards, and going on to a long career of revivals, tours, and regional performances.The Smithsonian Institution ranks The Music Man as one of the “great glories” of American popular culture. Don’t miss this summer smash hit!
Suitable for all audiences.
Much Ado About Nothing
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre
by William Shakespeare Directed by Dwight Chiles Opening 7/15/2022 – 8/13/2022
RECYCLED NUTS
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm
Magnetic Theatre
By Travis Lowe
Directed by Tippin
Almond farmer Jerry wants to change the negative public perception of his nuts. Alma and Felix are there to report on it. Tressa and Effie want to claim the ranch for themselves, since farm wife Adelaide defaulted on the mortgage. Officers Kemp and Ren are there just to keep the peace. When Alma dies of a nut allergy and returns as a ghost, it sets off a series of comically fatal accidents. As each character expires and the farmhouse slowly fills with spirits, cameraman and reluctant medium Felix must manage the living and the dead, while maintaining both his life and sanity.
July 8 – 23, 2022
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 4pm
STARBRIGHT
