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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Founded in 1994 by C. Brian Williams, Step Afrika! is the first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping—a polyrhythmic, percussive dance form that uses the body as an instrument. Under Mr. Williams’ leadership, stepping has evolved into one of America’s cultural exports, touring more than 50 countries across the globe. Step Afrika! is one of the top 10 African American dance companies in the world. Step Afrika! promotes stepping as a contemporary dance genre through critically acclaimed performances and arts education programs. Creatively engaging audiences in this nascent art form, the Company creates full-length productions that expand on stepping’s unique American history.
Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities; traditional West and Southern African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience. Performances are much more than dance shows; they integrate songs, storytelling, humor, and audience participation. The blend of technique, agility, and pure energy makes each performance unique and leaves the audience with their hearts pounding.
The Company reaches tens of thousands of Americans each year through a 50-city tour of colleges and theatres and performs globally as Washington, DC’s one and only Cultural Ambassador. Step Afrika! has earned Mayor’s Arts Awards for Outstanding Contribution to Arts Education (2005); Innovation in the Arts (2008); and Excellence in an Artistic Discipline (2012); and performed at the White House for President Barack Obama and the First Lady.
Critically Acclaimed works, such as The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence and Drumfolk, tour major U.S. cities. Step Afrika! is prominently featured at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture with an interactive exhibit on the art form of stepping.
Tanglewood Summer has long been a successful and inspirational part of children’s creative education in Western North Carolina. Our theatre camp has been extremely popular and is well-suited for any young person interested in exploring the exciting world of theatre. Our faculty represents some of the finest talent in the area, and we are thrilled to have them at Tanglewood Summer.
We have something for every kid this summer – whether it’s your first or one-hundred-and-first time trying theatre, Tanglewood Summer is the place for YOU!
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Get your glitter and glue stick on & share the love! It’s Unlimited Valentine Making at the Weaverville Library February 1st- 14th. This is a free program is for crafters of all ages- all supplies are provided. Make as many valentines as your heart desires any time that the library is open. Please consider making at least one additional valentine to be donated to a local Meals on Wheels recipient. Huge thanks to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring this super special fun time & to Meals on Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County for all they do! |
Students will learn all about teamwork as they work together with their classmates and a professional Teaching Artist to perform scenes and songs from a short musical. Each actor will receive their own part with lines and songs to learn. Class time will be used for rehearsal and a performance complete with costumes and props will take place on the final class day.
Wednesdays
4:30-5:30pm
2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28,
3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27,
4/10, 4/17, 4/24,
5/1, 5/8
**No Class 4/3/2024
Dress Rehearsal: 5/1 5:45-7:15pm (Combined with older class)
Performance: 5/8/2024 6:30pm
Tuition: $250
Students will learn all about teamwork as they work together with their classmates and a professional Teaching Artist to perform scenes and songs from a short musical. Each actor will receive their own part with lines and songs to learn. Class time will be used for rehearsal and a performance complete with costumes and props will take place on the final class day.
Spring Musical 2024 3rd-6th Grades
Finding Nemo KIDS
Wednesdays
5:45-7:15pm
2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28,
3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27,
4/10, 4/17, 4/24,
5/1, 5/8
**No Class 4/3/204
Dress Rehearsal: 5/1 5:45-7:15pm (Combined with younger class)
Performance: 5/8/2024 6:30pm
Tuition: $325
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic dinner at Silo Cookhouse. Enjoy a
special Valentine’s themed menu prepared with love by their talented chefs. Indulge in delectable dishes and savor the intimate
ambiance of the cozy restaurant. Surprise your loved one with a memorable dining experience at Silo Cookhouse. Located at The
Horse Shoe Farm.
Directed by Candice Dickinson & Kelly Jackson
Fangmeyer Theatre
Join Candice Dickinson and a bevy of incredible HART couples for our 2nd annual Valentine’s Day Cabaret! Enjoy intimate cabaret table seating with wine by the bottle and desserts for sale. Snuggle up to your valentines date as you enjoy some of the regions most talented singers serenading you.
Rated PG-13, mild language and suggestive content
– AGES 18+
– SEATED SHOW
– 7PM MIXER, 8PM SHOW
We’re back for more Blind Date Live — Asheville’s only live dating show!
It’s that time of year again… the holiday season is flying by, and Single’s Awareness Day is almost upon us! Fear not, sexy Asheville singles! At Blind Date Live, we provide a fun and effective alternative to #applife. Join us for our Valentine’s Day Edition!
But hey, our show isn’t just about helping real locals find love in front of a live audience. We are dedicated to helping existing romantic bonds grow even more robust by offering a unique Valentine’s Day date night idea. Cancel those hard-to-get Applebee’s reservations, and bring you and your sweetie(s) to the Grey Eagle on February 14th. As always, our local sponsors will make the night more memorable with giveaways and goodies PLUS we will surely have more delights up our sleeves!
Get your tickets while you can!
Tanglewood Summer has long been a successful and inspirational part of children’s creative education in Western North Carolina. Our theatre camp has been extremely popular and is well-suited for any young person interested in exploring the exciting world of theatre. Our faculty represents some of the finest talent in the area, and we are thrilled to have them at Tanglewood Summer.
We have something for every kid this summer – whether it’s your first or one-hundred-and-first time trying theatre, Tanglewood Summer is the place for YOU!
Dads, Moms, Grandparents, Cousins, Aunts, Uncles, Siblings of all ages are invited to participate in this family theatre camp style production! There are roles for kids, teenagers and adults of all ages. Current, past, and new Playground Stage Families are invited to join!
Show Title: To be revealed at the 5 Year Birthday Celebration!
Dates and Times
Info Sessions & Auditions:
(Participants must choose one date to attend an info session) (Speaking role auditions are optional)
June 12, 2024 – Summer Family Musical Info Session & Speaking Role Auditions
or
June 19, 2024 – Summer Family Musical Info Session & Speaking Role Auditions
Rehearsals:
Evenings July 22nd – August 2nd
Located at Avery’s Creek Community Center
899 Glenn Bridge Rd SE, Arden, NC
Evenings August 5th-8th
Located at Asheville High School Theatre
Performances: August 9th & 10th
Asheville High School Theatre
Optional music learning rehearsals will take place every Wednesday from 6:00-7:30pm throughout the summer starting June 26th 2024
Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Gabbie Watts from Atlanta!
Gabbie Watts is a stand-up comic based in Atlanta, GA. She’s a regular at the Laughing Skull Lounge and has brought her aggressive monotone and wry charm to Lookout Comedy Festival, Red Clay Comedy Festival, West End Comedy Fest, Flyover Comedy Festival, and Fountain City Comedy Festival. She was the winner of the 2023 “Queer of the Year” competition at the P3 Comedy Fest. Also a history buff, Gabbie hosts iHeart podcast American Filth, where she tells a filthy story from American history every week through a bisexual revisionist lens. Her comedy songs are beloved by hordes of mentally ill adults on TikTok.
ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
In the tradition of The Vagina Monologues and For Colored Girls…, The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks, and Curls is a collection of monologues and scenes exploring the often complex relationship Black women have with their hair. From Afros to braids, weddings, and funerals, falling in love to grieving a loss, these stories serve as a powerful reminder that for Black women in particular, hair is both deeply personal and political. These heartbreaking, heartwarming, and hilarious stories will take audiences on an unparalleled journey into the world of Black womanhood.
Purchase the Different Strokes! 23-24 Season 4 Production Package! Buy two tickets to each production and get two additional half-price tickets to every show in your package. Purchase your 4 Production Package through the link below and then call the box office at 828-257-4530, ext 1, to purchase your half price tickets.
Bon Secours Wellness Arena is pleased to announce that we will host iconic Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli February 15, 2024 as part of an eleven show tour hitting major cities across the U.S. and Canada. The show will honor Valentine’s Day and mark Bocelli’s first time performing in South Carolina. Greenville Symphony Orchestra will accompany Bocelli for the performance conducted by Maestro Steven Mercurio.
2024 officially marks 30 years of Andrea Bocelli’s iconic career as well as his 65th birthday. As one of the most recognizable voices in the entertainment industry and revered by fans internationally, Andrea Bocelli has sold 90 million records worldwide. In addition to his sold-out arena-sized concert events and record-breaking live-streams, Bocelli has shared his talents at many major events including the Olympic Games, the World Cup, and Global Citizen. He has earned a Golden Globe, seven Classical BRITs and seven World Music Awards, plus a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The tour will feature performances from Bocelli’s beloved repertoire, including music to celebrate Valentine’s in February. All newly announced dates will feature selections from his uplifting solo album Believe, as well as a selection of arias, his beloved crossover hits, and famed love songs.
Tanglewood Summer has long been a successful and inspirational part of children’s creative education in Western North Carolina. Our theatre camp has been extremely popular and is well-suited for any young person interested in exploring the exciting world of theatre. Our faculty represents some of the finest talent in the area, and we are thrilled to have them at Tanglewood Summer.
We have something for every kid this summer – whether it’s your first or one-hundred-and-first time trying theatre, Tanglewood Summer is the place for YOU!
Spring Musical
Finding Nemo KIDS
2nd-4th Grades
Fridays
2:30pm-4:00pm
2/2, 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10
No Class: 3/1 TWD, 3/29 Early Release, 4/5 Spring Break
Dress Rehearsal: 5/3 2:30-4:00pm
Performance: 5/10/2024 3:30pm
Tuition: $270
Students will learn all about teamwork as they work together with their classmates and a professional Teaching Artist to perform scenes and songs from a short musical. Each actor will receive their own part with lines and songs to learn. Class time will be used for rehearsal and a performance complete with costumes and props will take place on the final class day.
In Person at Avery’s Creek Elementary School
15 Park S Blvd, Arden, NC 28704
Wilde’s most successful and enduring play is a wonderful and witty comedy of deception, disguise and misadventure. Two bachelors, Jack and Algernon, create alter egos in an effort to avoid tedious social obligations and win the hearts of Gwendolen and Cecily, the two women they adore.
Immerse yourself in a heart-opening journey from
the start with a Bobinsana tea ceremony. This master plant teacher from the Amazon sets the tone for an evening filled with
loving-kindness. Step into a world of healing and connection with a special partnered event. This workshop will be facilitated by
one of their talented Massage Therapists at The Stable Spa, Nicole Lilly.
Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have FreddyG from NYC!
FreddyG is standup up comic from NYC. His joke and sketch videos have over 40 million views on Instagram, Facebook,and Tiktok. He is also a regular at New York Comedy Club, StandupNY, QED, and The Grisly Pear. Fred’s standup has been heard on Sirius XM and NPR. He’s been lucky enough to do standup at shows and festivals all across America and Bars and Clubs in Canada from Coast to Coast.
Check him out on Tiktok, Instagram, Youtube and all the Twitter style apps @Orangefreddyg.
featuring Laura Merli
ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Explore the dark side of Beer City on LaZoom’s Ghosted Tour!
Duration
1 hour
About
Come enjoy our most popular Asheville tour!
About
Bachelorette/Bachelor Parties are not permitted on this tour. The Fender Bender Bus is bachelorette/bachelor friendly!
Learn about Asheville’s strange, sometimes sordid past from our ghoulish guides. You’ll laugh! You’ll scream! You’ll discover mysteries and chilling tales of scandal and murder on the blood-stained streets of this picturesque town!
Ghosted runs approximately 60 minutes. Beer and wine are welcome onboard, but no open containers, and absolutely no liquor, please! All beer and wine must be purchased from the LaZoom Room. (Passengers must be at least 21 years old to drink on the bus, and must have valid ID.)
Age Restrictions
17 and up. No exceptions.
What’s Included
A bunch of bus seats
History of murders, ghosts and tragedies in the Land of the Sky
Tongue-in-cheek comedy
A live (not dead) tour guide
What’s Not Included
Bathroom breaks (It’s 60 minutes long – plan accordingly!)
Beer or Wine (Purchase at our bar, the LaZoom Room, and take on the bus)
Laughing (we’ll give you the funny, but it’s up to you to laugh)
Gratuity (guides only accept dead president currency)
Waitlist
If your desired time and availability is full, then please give us a call to be added to the waitlist.
By Bob Larbey
Directed by Mark Colbenson
Feichter Studio
Step into the world of Cooper and Aylott, residents of “Paradise House” retirement home, as they plot their escape and navigate the rocky road of aging with humor, grace, and… trepidation. Watch as Cooper charmingly flirts with his nurse, engages in witty banter with the cleaning lady, and attempts to bridge the gap with his somewhat estranged daughter. Don’t miss out on this uplifting winter production—it’s a celebration of life, love, and the enduring spirit that connects us all.
Rated PG-13
Flyin’ West is a compelling, crowd-pleasing drama by esteemed playwright Pearl Cleage. Set in the 1890s, the story unfolds in the historic town of Nicodemus, Kansas, one of the many all-black towns established in the American West following the Civil War. Through the eyes of four African-American women, the play delves into their journey of resilience and aspiration as they navigate their lives against the backdrop of the harsh realities of the frontier and the societal constraints of the era. With themes of community, racial pride, and female empowerment, Flyin’ West is a powerful portrayal of the determination and grit of black pioneers, offering audiences a captivating glimpse into an often overlooked chapter of American history.
A talkback with the cast & crew of Flyin’ West will be held following the performances on February 11th and 18th.
In the tradition of The Vagina Monologues and For Colored Girls…, The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks, and Curls is a collection of monologues and scenes exploring the often complex relationship Black women have with their hair. From Afros to braids, weddings, and funerals, falling in love to grieving a loss, these stories serve as a powerful reminder that for Black women in particular, hair is both deeply personal and political. These heartbreaking, heartwarming, and hilarious stories will take audiences on an unparalleled journey into the world of Black womanhood.
Purchase the Different Strokes! 23-24 Season 4 Production Package! Buy two tickets to each production and get two additional half-price tickets to every show in your package. Purchase your 4 Production Package through the link below and then call the box office at 828-257-4530, ext 1, to purchase your half price tickets.
Dads, Moms, Grandparents, Cousins, Aunts, Uncles, Siblings of all ages are invited to participate in this family theatre camp style production! There are roles for kids, teenagers and adults of all ages. Current, past, and new Playground Stage Families are invited to join!
Show Title: To be revealed at the 5 Year Birthday Celebration!
Dates and Times
Info Sessions & Auditions:
(Participants must choose one date to attend an info session) (Speaking role auditions are optional)
June 12, 2024 – Summer Family Musical Info Session & Speaking Role Auditions
or
June 19, 2024 – Summer Family Musical Info Session & Speaking Role Auditions
Rehearsals:
Evenings July 22nd – August 2nd
Located at Avery’s Creek Community Center
899 Glenn Bridge Rd SE, Arden, NC
Evenings August 5th-8th
Located at Asheville High School Theatre
Performances: August 9th & 10th
Asheville High School Theatre
Optional music learning rehearsals will take place every Wednesday from 6:00-7:30pm throughout the summer starting June 26th 2024
Please sign up for one (1) 15 minute audition slot.
The audition will consist of reading from sides of the script.
Sides will be emailed to you after signing up.
If you would like to schedule an audition outside of these times, please send an email with times that work.
Rehearsals will begin mid-March. Performances are Friday – Sunday, May 10th – 26th at 7:30
Wilde’s most successful and enduring play is a wonderful and witty comedy of deception, disguise and misadventure. Two bachelors, Jack and Algernon, create alter egos in an effort to avoid tedious social obligations and win the hearts of Gwendolen and Cecily, the two women they adore.
Step into the enigmatic world of “Til Death Do We Part” – an enthralling Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner, presented by SKYLARANNA in collaboration with JJ Brown Productions
Whether you yearn for an unforgettable evening of dinner alone or desire the full immersive experience, including an overnight stay, the choice is yours to make.
Price: From $349 to $449 Per Couple (Excludes tax and gratuity)
For any inquiries, call (828) 919 – 7777
TIL DEATH DO WE PART Valentine Weekend Package:
Continental Breakfast
Lodging for 2 guests
Cocktail Reception
Five-Course Dinner
Interactive Murder Mystery Show
Bonfire and S’mores Kit
Date: February 17 – February 18, 2024
SKYLARANNA Resort and SPA
February 17 – Hotel check-in @3pm, Cocktail Reception @5pm, Dinner + Show @6pm, Bonfire @9pm.
February 18 – Breakfast between 9am-11am, Hotel check-out @11am.
Reserve your spot now for a weekend that will linger in your memory!
Act fast, as our exclusive packages are selling out quickly!
Secure your spot now before it’s too late!