Calendar of Events

Bike Love ’24 @ Highland Brewing Company

Come join us for an unforgettable evening filled with bike enthusiasts, great music, and delicious brews at the Highland Brewing Company! On Saturday, February 10, 2024, starting at 7:00 PM, we’ll be celebrating our love for bikes in the heart of Highland Brewing Company.

Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just starting out, Bike Love ’24 is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for two wheels. Enjoy an evening of live music, engaging conversations, and a chance to explore the vibrant biking community.

Located at the iconic Highland Brewing Company, this event promises an electric atmosphere, surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Asheville. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie as you meet fellow biking enthusiasts, exchange stories, and discover new biking routes.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic event! Mark your calendars for Bike Love ’24 @ Highland Brewing Company on February 10th, 2024, and get ready to celebrate the joy of biking in the company of fellow enthusiasts.

Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils

An Act of God was submitted by Pasquale LaCorte as a dream role to perform. He teams up again with Candice Dickinson who directed him in the sold out run of Say Goodnight, Gracie. An Act of God had a limited run in 2015 starring Jim Parsons and then Sean Hayes as God and received a Tony Award Nomination for best performance.

By David Javerbaum
Directed by Candice Dickinson
Fangmeyer Theatre

Starring Pasquale LaCorte as God.

God sits down to discuss the mysteries of life and explains how humans got it all wrong. With the help of his archangels, Gabriel, played by David Spivey, and Micheal, played by Tom Bastek, God is asked to examine some of humanity’s most pressing questions and introduces his brand new set of commandments.

Rated PG-13 for language and suggestive content.

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.

— The Magnetic Theatre presents: This Dog Don’t Hunt by
Terri Van Zandt, directed by Delina Hensley, with dramaturgy by Katie Jones. The reading stars
Scott Cameron, Emily Dake, Kim Richardson, Alec Shull, Beverly Todd, and Kathleen Watson.
Three girls, all so different…or are they? This Dog Don’t Hunt is the story of growing up in a
small town and being told that you “aren’t quite right.” It’s the story of realizing that someone
else’s life is not always better.
This reading features two shows on February 9 and February 10, 2024. Both performances begin
at 7:30pm.
Content disclosure: This Dog Don’t Hunt contains adult language, discussions of sexuality,
alcohol consumption, and anti-LGBTQIA+ slurs.

The Magnetic Theatre is an itinerant 501(c)(3) nonprofit theatre organization. It has celebrated
live performance in Asheville for over a decade, focused on developing and producing new
works. Through work created by and for this community, we’re bringing art back to the heart of
Asheville.
For questions, please contact Katie Jones: [email protected].

“BOB DYLAN’S SONGS HAVE NEVER SOUNDED SO HEARTBREAKINGLY PERSONAL AND UNIVERSAL.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY is the Tony Award^®-winning new musical that the Chicago Tribune declares is “a Broadway revelation!”

Written and directed by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson and featuring Tony Award^®-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, Girl From the North Country reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before, including “Forever Young,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Hurricane,” “Slow Train Coming,” and “Like A Rolling Stone.”

Get ready for The Greatest Show On Earth®! The reimagined Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® invites Children Of All Ages to a spectacle of superhuman feats, pushing the limits of possibility and thrilling families and fans of all generations. Get closer to the action than ever before. Feel part of the show with an immersive, 360-degree environment and new technology that creates real connections between you and unforgettable performers from all over the world. Witness daring and never-before-seen acts on a highwire, trapeze, bicycle, and much, much more. Share the laughter and awe-inspiring spirit of the circus and ignite your family’s spark of fun at The Greatest Show On Earth®. Come fun, come all! The new Ringling™ live show experience is coming to a town near you!

“BOB DYLAN’S SONGS HAVE NEVER SOUNDED SO HEARTBREAKINGLY PERSONAL AND UNIVERSAL.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY is the Tony Award^®-winning new musical that the Chicago Tribune declares is “a Broadway revelation!”

Written and directed by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson and featuring Tony Award^®-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, Girl From the North Country reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before, including “Forever Young,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Hurricane,” “Slow Train Coming,” and “Like A Rolling Stone.”

An Act of God was submitted by Pasquale LaCorte as a dream role to perform. He teams up again with Candice Dickinson who directed him in the sold out run of Say Goodnight, Gracie. An Act of God had a limited run in 2015 starring Jim Parsons and then Sean Hayes as God and received a Tony Award Nomination for best performance.

By David Javerbaum
Directed by Candice Dickinson
Fangmeyer Theatre

Starring Pasquale LaCorte as God.

God sits down to discuss the mysteries of life and explains how humans got it all wrong. With the help of his archangels, Gabriel, played by David Spivey, and Micheal, played by Tom Bastek, God is asked to examine some of humanity’s most pressing questions and introduces his brand new set of commandments.

Rated PG-13 for language and suggestive content.

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.

A poignant and hilarious tour of the last frontier, the ultimate forbidden zone, The Vagina Monologues is a celebration of the feminine experience in all its complexity and mystery. Based on countless interviews conducted with real-life women, the production features stories of body image, consensual and nonconsensual sexual experiences, genital mutilation, direct and indirect encounters with reproduction, sex work, and several other topics through the eyes of women of various ages, races, sexualities, and other differences. A recurring theme throughout the piece is the vagina as a tool of female empowerment and the ultimate embodiment of individuality.

Join us to watch the BIG game on the BIG screen! We have beer specials and the taqueria will be slinging team-inspired food — KC barbecue ribs and wings + SF clam chowder. Kickoff is at 6:30pm.

“BOB DYLAN’S SONGS HAVE NEVER SOUNDED SO HEARTBREAKINGLY PERSONAL AND UNIVERSAL.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES

GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY is the Tony Award^®-winning new musical that the Chicago Tribune declares is “a Broadway revelation!”

Written and directed by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson and featuring Tony Award^®-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, Girl From the North Country reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before, including “Forever Young,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Hurricane,” “Slow Train Coming,” and “Like A Rolling Stone.”

The best seat to the big game is at The Draftsman! Cheer on your team (or Usher) over elevated bar bites, cocktails, or local beers on tap.

Spring Musical

Finding Nemo KIDS

2nd-4th Grades

Mondays

2:30pm-4:00pm

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29

*No Class 4/1/2024

Dress Rehearsal: 4/22 2:30-4:00pm

Performance: 4/29/2024 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 Weaverville Elementary School

129 S Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787

Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from book writer TINA FEY (“30 Rock”), composer JEFF RICHMOND (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde), and original director and choreographer CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon). The story of a naïve newbie who falls prey to a trio of lionized frenemies, MEAN GIRLS “delivers with immense energy, a wicked sense of humor and joyful inside-jokery.” USA Today says, “We’ll let you in on a little secret, because we’re such good friends: GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!”

Spring Musical

Finding Nemo KIDS

2nd-4thGrades

Tuesdays

2:30pm-4:00pm

2/6, 2/13, 2/20. 2/27, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/9, 4/16, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14

No Class: 4/2 Spring Break, 4/23 Early Release

Dress Rehearsal: 5/7 2:30-4:00pm

Performance: 5/14/2024 3:30pm

Tuition: $300

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 Glen Arden Elementary School

50 Pinehurst Cir, Arden, NC 28704

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.

Buncombe County Environmental Health is hosting a FREE course for pool operators, owners, and any others who are involved in the day-to-day operation of a public pool, spa, or other body of water or are tasked with filling out the paperwork annually.

Topics that will be covered:

• How to avoid getting your annual application sent back.
• How to avoid a revisit fee and permit-action items specific to North Carolina.
• Common permit conditions.
• Industry changes and what they mean for you.
• How to properly fill out your safety data sheet:
  • How to properly measure your sump.
  • How to determine a flow reduction, if needed.
  • How to determine that your drain covers work with your pool.

The training will be in person at 200 College St. Asheville, NC 28801. It will be broken up into two sections with the latter to work on your individual datasheet with in-person help from an Environmental Health staff member. Please note that this course is NOT a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) training course. 

Please register for one of the two courses (you may register multiple people at once):

February 7, 2024, from 9 a.m. – noon. Registration closes on January 19, 2024

February 14, 2024, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Registration closes on January 26, 2024

To ensure a conducive learning environment for all, the number of registrants is limited, so registration is first come, first served. Once registration has closed, you will receive a confirmation email letting you know whether or not your registration has been accepted. The course agenda will be attached to emails sent to registrants attending the course.

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