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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Saturday, November 21, 2020
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Nov 21 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life A Guided Dance + Spoken Word Exhibit
Nov 21 @ 3:00 pm
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life - A Guided Dance & Spoken Word Exhibit - November 20-22,2020

Still: Life is a beautiful and poignant journey of dance and spoken word vignettes set in five out-of-the-ordinary performance locations at the Wortham Center. Audiences travel with a guide in small, physically distanced groups. Masks are required and capacity is limited.

Please call the box office to purchase for groups larger than 10 guests.

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life A Guided Dance + Spoken Word Exhibit
Nov 21 @ 7:00 pm
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life - A Guided Dance & Spoken Word Exhibit - November 20-22,2020

Still: Life is a beautiful and poignant journey of dance and spoken word vignettes set in five out-of-the-ordinary performance locations at the Wortham Center. Audiences travel with a guide in small, physically distanced groups. Masks are required and capacity is limited.

Please call the box office to purchase for groups larger than 10 guests.

Sunday, November 22, 2020
Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life A Guided Dance + Spoken Word Exhibit
Nov 22 @ 3:00 pm
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life - A Guided Dance & Spoken Word Exhibit - November 20-22,2020

Still: Life is a beautiful and poignant journey of dance and spoken word vignettes set in five out-of-the-ordinary performance locations at the Wortham Center. Audiences travel with a guide in small, physically distanced groups. Masks are required and capacity is limited.

Please call the box office to purchase for groups larger than 10 guests.

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life A Guided Dance + Spoken Word Exhibit
Nov 22 @ 7:00 pm
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts

Stewart/Owen Dance Still: Life - A Guided Dance & Spoken Word Exhibit - November 20-22,2020

Still: Life is a beautiful and poignant journey of dance and spoken word vignettes set in five out-of-the-ordinary performance locations at the Wortham Center. Audiences travel with a guide in small, physically distanced groups. Masks are required and capacity is limited.

Please call the box office to purchase for groups larger than 10 guests.

Thursday, November 26, 2020
City Dance
Nov 26 @ 7:30 pm
Landmark Hal

Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.

Saturday, November 28, 2020
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Nov 28 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

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Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Yoga and Massage to Open Second Yoga Studio
Dec 1 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Yoga and Massage

Yoga and Massage (YAM) has announced it is adding a new location
that will offer non-heated yoga and wellness classes, as well as their massage services, in one
building. ‘The cooler side of YAM’ will be located at 1620 Brevard Road in Laurel Park. The
studio is expected to open December 1 with an open house planned for Saturday, December
12 from 12:30-2:30 p.m.
The new space will have four massage treatment rooms and a 900 SF yoga studio for nonheated classes, workshops and yoga teacher training programs. Plenty of free parking will be
provided. YAM’s original yoga studio location is located on King Street in downtown
Hendersonville and will continue to offer heated yoga classes and workshops.

Thursday, December 3, 2020
Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance: Hoedowns, Reels, Frolics Lecture
Dec 3 @ 7:30 pm
Online

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Next Stage Arts Project and the Putney Historical Society present “Hoedowns, Reels, and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance,” a virtual lecture by scholar of traditional music and dance, Phil Jamison, on Thursday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m.

The southern Appalachian square dance is a hybrid dance form that developed in the American South during the nineteenth century, and like the Appalachian musical traditions, these dances reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of the region.  In this Zoom event, Phil examines the multicultural roots and historical development of these dances and identifies the components of earlier European, African, and Native American dance forms that combined to make them uniquely American.  He will also discuss African-American and native American musicians and callers who at one time were present in New England. These include African-American musician and barber John Putnam (1825–1895), who was active as a fiddler and dance prompter in Greenfield, Massachusetts during the nineteenth century.  Proceeds from this event will benefit the Putney Historical Society.  For more information and to register for the Zoom, visit www.nextstagearts.org.

Phil Jamison is nationally known as a dance caller, old-time musician, flatfoot dancer, and scholar of traditional  Appalachian dance. A 2017 inductee to the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame, he has called dances, performed, and taught at music festivals and dance events throughout the U.S. and overseas since the early 1970s, including forty years as a member of the Green Grass Cloggers. Over the last thirty years, Jamison has done extensive research in the area of Appalachian dance, and his book Hoedowns, Reels, and Frolics: Roots and Branches of Southern Appalachian Dance(University of Illinois Press, 2015) tells the story behind the square dances, step dances, reels, and other forms of dance practiced in southern Appalachia. He has given numerous presentations on Appalachian dance – from the Smithsonian Institution to Beijing, China – and he teaches Appalachian music and dance at Warren Wilson College, in Asheville, North Carolina, where for twenty-five years, he served as coordinator of the Old-Time Music and Dance Week at the Swannanoa Gathering. http://www.philjamison.com/
Friday, December 4, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 4 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

Saturday, December 5, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 5 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 5 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Image may contain: text that says 'ROLD #BOLDSOULS MORNING YOGA EVERY SATURDAY 9:45 10:45 $5 DONATION ALL SKILL LEVELS BOLD ROCK HARD CIDER'

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Sunday, December 6, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 6 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

ECD AnneMarie Walter, Leader
Dec 6 @ 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Homewood
ECD AnneMarie Walter, Leader.  Music:  Cathy Arps, fiddle; Suzanne Hosch, flute; Janet Muse, piano.

3:30pm-4:00pm, Pre-Dance Workshop – Regular dancers assisting Beginners with basic ECD dance figures.

4:00pm-6:30pm, Dance

All are welcome; no partner necessary; wear comfortable clothes and shoes; bring a snack from time to time to share at the break; fragrance-free dance.

Monday, December 7, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 7 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 8 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

The Greene Space: Live from New York
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm
Online

The Greene Space: Live from New York
In episode eleven of this series, host Adam Hamway shares what a few local musicians, comedians, dancers and animators can do from their apartments on Tuesday, December 8 at 7:00pm ET. Don’t miss performances by New York artists! This program streams on the Greene Space websiteYouTube, and Facebook, and is available for archived viewing.

Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 9 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

Thursday, December 10, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 10 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

Friday, December 11, 2020
Royal Opera House: Ballet Evolved
Dec 11 all-day
Online

Brevard Music Center Staff Picks From Around the Web

Royal Opera House:
Ballet Evolved

Through demonstrations, discover how barre work has changed considerably over the last 200 years.

Saturday, December 12, 2020
Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 12 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Image may contain: text that says 'ROLD #BOLDSOULS MORNING YOGA EVERY SATURDAY 9:45 10:45 $5 DONATION ALL SKILL LEVELS BOLD ROCK HARD CIDER'

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Yoga and Message Open House
Dec 12 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Yoga and Message

Yoga and Massage (YAM) has announced it is adding a new location
that will offer non-heated yoga and wellness classes, as well as their massage services, in one
building. ‘The cooler side of YAM’ will be located at 1620 Brevard Road in Laurel Park. The
studio is expected to open December 1 with an open house planned for Saturday, December
12 from 12:30-2:30 p.m.
The new space will have four massage treatment rooms and a 900 SF yoga studio for nonheated classes, workshops and yoga teacher training programs. Plenty of free parking will be
provided. YAM’s original yoga studio location is located on King Street in downtown
Hendersonville and will continue to offer heated yoga classes and workshops.

Friday, December 18, 2020
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season
Dec 18 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Brevard Music Center Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

Alvin Ailey: Ailey Forward
Enjoy Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season. Available to stream from December 2-31, this incredible series of premieres, collaborations, behind-the-scenes talkbacks, and unique Alvin Ailey highlights from the past 60 years will leave you inspired and wanting more. All events are family friendly, and free to enjoy with no registration required.

Saturday, December 19, 2020
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season
Dec 19 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Brevard Music Center Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

Alvin Ailey: Ailey Forward
Enjoy Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season. Available to stream from December 2-31, this incredible series of premieres, collaborations, behind-the-scenes talkbacks, and unique Alvin Ailey highlights from the past 60 years will leave you inspired and wanting more. All events are family friendly, and free to enjoy with no registration required.

Bold Souls Morning Yoga
Dec 19 @ 9:45 am – 10:45 am
Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)

Image may contain: text that says 'ROLD #BOLDSOULS MORNING YOGA EVERY SATURDAY 9:45 10:45 $5 DONATION ALL SKILL LEVELS BOLD ROCK HARD CIDER'

Bring your yoga mats to Bold Rock for a mindful way to begin your Saturday! Get your “ohm” on with a local trainer and yoga instructor as they lead a fun and playful yoga session. This class is open to all levels of yoga experience for a $5 suggested donation!

After yoga, feel free to have a cider or some delicious lunch from the food truck.

Sunday, December 20, 2020
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season
Dec 20 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Brevard Music Center Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

Alvin Ailey: Ailey Forward
Enjoy Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season. Available to stream from December 2-31, this incredible series of premieres, collaborations, behind-the-scenes talkbacks, and unique Alvin Ailey highlights from the past 60 years will leave you inspired and wanting more. All events are family friendly, and free to enjoy with no registration required.

Burlesque Brunch
Dec 20 @ 12:00 pm
The Grey Eagle

Burlesque Brunch

Join us on the third Sunday of every month for Burlesque Brunch!
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  • SEATED SHOW
  • 11 AM DOORS/ 12 PM 

Burlesque Brunch is a monthly burlesque and belly dance show with a classic speakeasy feel. Join us every month and relax and enjoy our dancing dames and dandies in an up close and intimate setting. It’s a Sunday afternoon to delight the senses!

End-Of-Year English Country Dance
Dec 20 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Homewood
ECD Festive End-Of-Year Dance. Bob Thompson, Leader; Music, TBA

Join us for our festive End-Of-Year English Country Dance celebrating another fine year of English Country Dance! Wear your finest bling and sparkles.
Homewood;

3:30pm-4:00pm, Waltzing. No Beginners’ Workshop today.

4:00pm-6:30pm, Dance

All are welcome; no partner necessary; wear comfortable clothes and shoes; bring a festive snack to share at the break; fragrance-free dance.

Monday, December 21, 2020
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season
Dec 21 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Brevard Music Center Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

Alvin Ailey: Ailey Forward
Enjoy Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season. Available to stream from December 2-31, this incredible series of premieres, collaborations, behind-the-scenes talkbacks, and unique Alvin Ailey highlights from the past 60 years will leave you inspired and wanting more. All events are family friendly, and free to enjoy with no registration required.

Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season
Dec 22 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

Brevard Music Center Around The Web

Live-streamed performances, resources, and activities we love from around the web, updated regularly.

Alvin Ailey: Ailey Forward
Enjoy Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s first-ever online season. Available to stream from December 2-31, this incredible series of premieres, collaborations, behind-the-scenes talkbacks, and unique Alvin Ailey highlights from the past 60 years will leave you inspired and wanting more. All events are family friendly, and free to enjoy with no registration required.