Calendar of Events
Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.
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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.

Join us for Animoday! Every Monday all day. Listen to anime music, play anime games, watch anime, and talk anime!

Need an excuse to use that chess board you bought during quarantine?
Every Monday Highland’s Downtown Taproom will Cheers to Chess. BYO chess set or use one of ours for a battle of wits.
Pitcher specials will be available while you play to keep you hydrated and ready for any blockade that comes your way.
Teen Ensemble is Studio 52’s all-new, audition-only class featuring the top teen creative artists in the area. This small company of pre-professional actors in 8th-12th grades will meet weekly at Flat Rock Playhouse for advanced training and rehearsals as they dive into the development of theatrical work incorporating acting, singing, and dance.
Auditions will be held BY APPOINTMENT ONLY on Wednesday, December 8, between 5 – 8 PM.
Teen Ensemble is Studio 52’s all-new, audition-only class featuring the top teen creative artists in the area. This small company of pre-professional actors in 8th-12th grades meets weekly at Flat Rock Playhouse for advanced training and rehearsals as they dive into the development of theatrical work incorporating acting, singing, and dance.
Auditions will be held by appointment only on Wednesday, December 8 between 5 – 8 PM.
Please email [email protected] with the subject line “Teen Ensemble Auditions” to reserve a 5-minute audition slot. Students must prepare 16-32 bars (approximately 1 minute) of a song. Students may sing a cappella or bring sheet music for the Studio 52 accompanist. Once your appointment time is reserved, more information will be sent regarding audition location and logistics.
Selected actors are expected to attend all classes and rehearsals. Please read about our COVID Safety Guidelines here. All students will be contacted via email by Friday, December 17 about final casting decisions.
Dates: January 24 – May 2 (14 weeks)
Days/Times: Mondays from 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Grades: 8th – 12th
Location: Studio 52 at 1855 Little River Road, Flat Rock, NC, 28731
Tuition: $250*
*Full and partial need-based scholarships will be available upon application for teen ensemble members. Applications will be available after casting.
Teen Ensemble will meet the following Mondays from 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Jan. 24, 31
Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28
March 7
Spring Break
March 21, 28
April 4, 11, 18, 25
May 2 – Outdoor Performance
May 3 – Rain Date

Teen Ensemble is Studio 52’s all-new, audition-only class featuring the top teen creative artists in the area. This small company of pre-professional actors in 8th-12th grades meets weekly at Flat Rock Playhouse for advanced training and rehearsals as they dive into the development of theatrical work incorporating acting, singing, and dance.
Auditions will be held by appointment only on Wednesday, December 8 between 5 – 8 PM.
Please email [email protected] with the subject line “Teen Ensemble Auditions” to reserve a 5-minute audition slot. Students must prepare 16-32 bars (approximately 1 minute) of a song. Students may sing a cappella or bring sheet music for the Studio 52 accompanist. Once your appointment time is reserved, more information will be sent regarding audition location and logistics.
Selected actors are expected to attend all classes and rehearsals. Please read about our COVID Safety Guidelines here. All students will be contacted via email by Friday, December 17 about final casting decisions.

Join your Not Dead Yet friends for holiday cheer and lots of laughs as we will partake in a big game of Dirty Santa. Feel free to wear your sparkles and sequins, or your favorite holiday sweater, ugly or not!
Each of us will bring a well disguised, wrapped gift for the Dirty Santa game. More details about the game and rules will be included via email to RSVP’d attendees.
There is not a limit to the number of us who can attend, but there is a prerequisite: you need to have attended at least one NDY meetup event. There is currently a Holiday Lights NDY event on the calendar so if you have not yet been able to join us… there is still opportunity!
RSVPs will close a few days before event. Stay tuned for updates.

Join us for Animoday! Every Monday all day. Listen to anime music, play anime games, watch anime, and talk anime!

Need an excuse to use that chess board you bought during quarantine?
Every Monday Highland’s Downtown Taproom will Cheers to Chess. BYO chess set or use one of ours for a battle of wits.
Pitcher specials will be available while you play to keep you hydrated and ready for any blockade that comes your way.

Join us for Animoday! Every Monday all day. Listen to anime music, play anime games, watch anime, and talk anime!

Need an excuse to use that chess board you bought during quarantine?
Every Monday Highland’s Downtown Taproom will Cheers to Chess. BYO chess set or use one of ours for a battle of wits.
Pitcher specials will be available while you play to keep you hydrated and ready for any blockade that comes your way.

Join us for Animoday! Every Monday all day. Listen to anime music, play anime games, watch anime, and talk anime!

Need an excuse to use that chess board you bought during quarantine?
Every Monday Highland’s Downtown Taproom will Cheers to Chess. BYO chess set or use one of ours for a battle of wits.
Pitcher specials will be available while you play to keep you hydrated and ready for any blockade that comes your way.


Please bring your favorite games to share and your competitive spirit to make it a fun and exciting evening of game play.
Please be aware that this and all future Game Nights will be held at the River Arts District location. Please Venmo Norque Smith for fees or pay in person Cash to the host.


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Join us for some Dungeons & Dragons over ZOOM. Teen – (grades 6-12) Sign-up is required. Email Raj at [email protected] to request attendance. |

It’s time again for EYLA to host our ever popular Game Night! We are proud and excited to have Hi-Wire Brewing RAD, in its newest location, to host our group.
Please bring your favorite games to share and your competitive spirit to make it a fun and exciting evening of game play.
Please be aware that this and all future Game Nights will be held at the River Arts District location. Please Venmo Norque Smith for fees or pay in person Cash to the host.
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Join us for some Dungeons & Dragons over ZOOM. Sign-up is required. Email Raj at [email protected] to request attendance. |
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Come meet new people and participate in our BINGO game and social hour. Prizes are donated. Our January tradition is to bring and share your holiday re-gifts! Please bring a little something to share if you’re able. There is no cost to play. Due to Covid we are limiting participation to adults. Advance registration will be required. Participation will be limited to allow for social distancing. Masks will be required. |

Learn audition etiquette and techniques in this low-pressure, four-week program led by Flat Rock Playhouse’s Director of Education, Anna Kimmell. In this class, students will learn how and what material to prepare for auditions, get tips on calming anxiety and nerves, and have the opportunity to get coaching on pre-prepared songs or monologues. Whether you’re a first-time auditionee, stepping back into theatre after some time off, or adding new material to your audition repertoire, this class will get you feeling ready to put your best foot forward!

Join us every Monday night for Singo (Musical Bingo)!
Singo will run from 7-8:15 pm.
No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Learn audition etiquette and techniques in this low-pressure, four-week program led by Flat Rock Playhouse’s Director of Education, Anna Kimmell. In this class, students will learn how and what material to prepare for auditions, get tips on calming anxiety and nerves, and have the opportunity to get coaching on pre-prepared songs or monologues. Whether you’re a first-time auditionee, stepping back into theatre after some time off, or adding new material to your audition repertoire, this class will get you feeling ready to put your best foot forward!
Join us for some Dungeons & Dragons over ZOOM.
Sign-up is required. Email Raj at [email protected] to request attendance.

Join us every Monday night for Singo (Musical Bingo)!
Singo will run from 7-8:15 pm.
No reservations needed, just get ready for a good time and a chance to win some Down Dog prizes!

Learn audition etiquette and techniques in this low-pressure, four-week program led by Flat Rock Playhouse’s Director of Education, Anna Kimmell. In this class, students will learn how and what material to prepare for auditions, get tips on calming anxiety and nerves, and have the opportunity to get coaching on pre-prepared songs or monologues. Whether you’re a first-time auditionee, stepping back into theatre after some time off, or adding new material to your audition repertoire, this class will get you feeling ready to put your best foot forward!

Our RiverRATS program teaches students all sorts of fun vocabulary about river ecology. These terms provide crucial information needed to protect and steward the river. This month’s crossword is going to quiz you on the vocabulary that we teach the kids in our stream table lessons! Let’s see how well you can do in our take on the game show, Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader!

Our RiverRATS program teaches students all sorts of fun vocabulary about river ecology. These terms provide crucial information needed to protect and steward the river. This month’s crossword is going to quiz you on the vocabulary that we teach the kids in our stream table lessons! Let’s see how well you can do in our take on the game show, Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader!

Our RiverRATS program teaches students all sorts of fun vocabulary about river ecology. These terms provide crucial information needed to protect and steward the river. This month’s crossword is going to quiz you on the vocabulary that we teach the kids in our stream table lessons! Let’s see how well you can do in our take on the game show, Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader!

Our RiverRATS program teaches students all sorts of fun vocabulary about river ecology. These terms provide crucial information needed to protect and steward the river. This month’s crossword is going to quiz you on the vocabulary that we teach the kids in our stream table lessons! Let’s see how well you can do in our take on the game show, Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader!

