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.
Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.
OUTDOOR SHOW
Join us on Tuesday nights for Magnetic’s signature variety show. There will be an exciting mix of comedy, music, theatre, dance, magic and more! Smoky Park Supper Club is offering us their beautiful outdoor venue, and will be selling food and drinks. The event is BYOC (bring your own chair), and we will, of course, be following strict Covid safety protocols. We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us Tuesday nights, beginning April 13th, as The Magnetic Theatre teams up with the wizards at Smoky Park Supper Club to host a live, outdoor variety show. We’ll be filling Smoky Park’s gorgeous, riverside outdoor space with comedy, theatre, music and so much more.
There will be food and beverages available for purchase.
- This is a BYOC (Bring-Your-Own-Chair) event.
- In accordance with safety guidelines this show will be staged outdoors, with mask and social distancing protocols enforced. There will also be temperature checks and COVID waivers that need to be signed by each attendee at the gate.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the 7pm showtime.
- We do require that masks be worn at all times unless you are actively eating or drinking.
from Brevard Music CenterWe have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!
We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both!
We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.
We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.
I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order?
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
- How Many Tickets for Each Event
- Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)
Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.
I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation?
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.
I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed?
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.
I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.
What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.
from Brevard Music CenterWe have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!
We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both!
We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.
We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.
I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order?
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
- How Many Tickets for Each Event
- Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)
Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.
I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation?
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.
I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed?
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.
I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.
What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.
Slice of Life Comedy & Disclaimer Lounge present: Sunset Rooftop Standup Comedy by Local Professional Comics EVERY THURSDAY at Rabbit Rabbit
Come grab dinner and a show at Rabbit Rabbit, in Downtown Asheville Outside Theatre Space:
**Great Craft Rabbit-themed cocktails available
**AVL Pizza truck on-site & AVL Pizza full menu available
**Rooftop-seating, depending on weather
**Sanitized Headphones provided so you don’t miss a joke while getting your food & drinks, works anywhere around the venue
Featuring: Petey Smith McDowell, Cary Goff & other premier Asheville comics!
What: Weekly Outdoor & Rooftop Sunset Comedy Dinner Shows
When: Thursdays, 7p (6:30 doors)
Where: Rabbit Rabbit, Downtown Asheville 75 Coxe Ave
Cost: $12
Tickets at RabbitRabbitavl.com
More information or to inquire about performing, contact Michele Scheve at [email protected]
*If it rains or is too windy we may move the show to our great space under the roof! Also, nonroof show option available
Slice of Life Comedy & Disclaimer Lounge present: Sunset Rooftop Standup Comedy by Local Professional Comics Every Thursday at Rabbit Rabbit
Come grab dinner and a show at Rabbit Rabbit, in Downtown Asheville Outside Theatre Space:
**Great Craft Rabbit-themed cocktails available
**AVL Pizza truck on-site & AVL Pizza full menu available
**Rooftop-seating, depending on weather
**Sanitized Headphones provided so you don’t miss a joke while getting your food & drinks, works anywhere around the venue
Hosted by: Cody Hughes
Featuring: Petey Smith McDowell, Hilliary Begely, Cary Goff, Morgan Bost, Blaine Perry, Marlene Thompson, Ben Sia Hian
Slice of Life Comedy & Disclaimer Lounge present: Sunset Rooftop Standup Comedy by Local Professional Comics Every Thursday at Rabbit Rabbit
Come grab dinner and a show at Rabbit Rabbit, in Downtown Asheville Outside Theatre Space:
**Great Craft Rabbit-themed cocktails available
**AVL Pizza truck on-site & AVL Pizza full menu available
**Rooftop-seating, depending on weather
**Sanitized Headphones provided so you don’t miss a joke while getting your food & drinks, works anywhere around the venue
Hosted by: Cody Hughes
Featuring: Petey Smith McDowell, Cary Goff & other premier Asheville comics!
What: Weekly Outdoor & Rooftop Sunset Comedy Dinner Shows
When: Thursdays, 5/6,13,20 & 27, 7p (6:30 doors)
Where: Rabbit Rabbit, Downtown Asheville 75 Coxe Ave
Cost: $12
Tickets at RabbitRabbitavl.com
More information or to inquire about performing, contact Michele Scheve at [email protected]
*If it rains or is too windy we may move the show to our great space under the roof!
from Brevard Music CenterWe have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!
We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both!
We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.
We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.
I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order?
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
- How Many Tickets for Each Event
- Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)
Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.
I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation?
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.
I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed?
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.
I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.
What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.
from Brevard Music CenterWe have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!
We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both!
We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.
We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.
I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order?
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
- How Many Tickets for Each Event
- Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)
Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.
I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation?
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.
I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed?
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.
I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.
What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.
from Brevard Music CenterWe have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!
We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both!
We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.
We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.
I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order?
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
- How Many Tickets for Each Event
- Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)
Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.
I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation?
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.
I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed?
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.
I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.
What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.
from Brevard Music CenterWe have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!
We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both!
We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.
We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.
I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order?
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:
- Name
- Phone Number
- Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
- How Many Tickets for Each Event
- Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)
Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.
I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation?
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.
I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed?
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.
I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.
What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.
OUTDOOR SHOW
Join us on Tuesday nights for Magnetic’s signature variety show. There will be an exciting mix of comedy, music, theatre, dance, magic and more! Smoky Park Supper Club is offering us their beautiful outdoor venue, and will be selling food and drinks. The event is BYOC (bring your own chair), and we will, of course, be following strict Covid safety protocols. We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us Tuesday nights, beginning April 13th, as The Magnetic Theatre teams up with the wizards at Smoky Park Supper Club to host a live, outdoor variety show. We’ll be filling Smoky Park’s gorgeous, riverside outdoor space with comedy, theatre, music and so much more.
There will be food and beverages available for purchase.
- This is a BYOC (Bring-Your-Own-Chair) event.
- In accordance with safety guidelines this show will be staged outdoors, with mask and social distancing protocols enforced. There will also be temperature checks and COVID waivers that need to be signed by each attendee at the gate.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the 7pm showtime.
- We do require that masks be worn at all times unless you are actively eating or drinking.
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
Slice of Life Comedy & Disclaimer Lounge present: Sunset Rooftop Standup Comedy by Local Professional Comics Every Thursday at Rabbit Rabbit
Come grab dinner and a show at Rabbit Rabbit, in Downtown Asheville Outside Theatre Space:
**Great Craft Rabbit-themed cocktails available
**AVL Pizza truck on-site & AVL Pizza full menu available
**Rooftop-seating, depending on weather
**Sanitized Headphones provided so you don’t miss a joke while getting your food & drinks, works anywhere around the venue
Hosted by: Cody Hughes
Featuring: Petey Smith McDowell, Hilliary Begely, Cary Goff, Morgan Bost, Blaine Perry, Marlene Thompson, Ben Sia Hian
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
“Always a Bridesmaid” is the rollicking tale of four loyal and determined women who definitively answer the question, “Just how far are you willing to go to keep a promise to a friend?” If you’ve ever elbowed a stranger out of the way to catch a bride’s bouquet, seriously questioned the mental stability of the duo saying “I do” or been forced to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny JONES HOPE WOOTEN COMEDY is definitely for you…and your dearly beloved!
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
“Always a Bridesmaid” is the rollicking tale of four loyal and determined women who definitively answer the question, “Just how far are you willing to go to keep a promise to a friend?” If you’ve ever elbowed a stranger out of the way to catch a bride’s bouquet, seriously questioned the mental stability of the duo saying “I do” or been forced to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny JONES HOPE WOOTEN COMEDY is definitely for you…and your dearly beloved!
For decades, veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning: his shirt untucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy experience. It’s storytelling at its best, and on June 5, he brings his rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch to the Peace Center.
The Atlanta native’s success as a comedian is the direct result of the values he grew up with. And now, twenty-something years later, it is this unique brand of humor that packs the crowds into sold-out theaters and comedy clubs and has earned him a weekly presence on syndicated radio shows that are broadcast to people in over 220 cities nationwide. The absence of vulgarity sets him apart, and his stories are carefully crafted art. As he would say, “It’s real, it’s funny, and the audience loves it.”
Throughout his career, James has been featured in publications such as Atlanta Magazine, Country America, and Southern Living and has appeared in concert with Kenny Chesney, Randy Travis, Reba McEntire, Ricky Skaggs, and more!
Gregory invites you to turn the clock back to a time when life was simpler – before the death of common sense and the introduction of cell phones.
This performance will feature special guest Dan Mengini! Dan’s truthful and brilliant comedy has been featured on Pure Flix Comedy All-Stars, USA Network’s Necessary Roughness, and more.
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
“Always a Bridesmaid” is the rollicking tale of four loyal and determined women who definitively answer the question, “Just how far are you willing to go to keep a promise to a friend?” If you’ve ever elbowed a stranger out of the way to catch a bride’s bouquet, seriously questioned the mental stability of the duo saying “I do” or been forced to wear the world’s ugliest bridesmaid dress, this deliriously funny JONES HOPE WOOTEN COMEDY is definitely for you…and your dearly beloved!
Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it Tootsie!
This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “Tootsie is it!”
OUTDOOR SHOW
Join us on Tuesday nights for Magnetic’s signature variety show. There will be an exciting mix of comedy, music, theatre, dance, magic and more! Smoky Park Supper Club is offering us their beautiful outdoor venue, and will be selling food and drinks. The event is BYOC (bring your own chair), and we will, of course, be following strict Covid safety protocols. We can’t wait to see you there!
Join us Tuesday nights, beginning April 13th, as The Magnetic Theatre teams up with the wizards at Smoky Park Supper Club to host a live, outdoor variety show. We’ll be filling Smoky Park’s gorgeous, riverside outdoor space with comedy, theatre, music and so much more.
There will be food and beverages available for purchase.
- This is a BYOC (Bring-Your-Own-Chair) event.
- In accordance with safety guidelines this show will be staged outdoors, with mask and social distancing protocols enforced. There will also be temperature checks and COVID waivers that need to be signed by each attendee at the gate.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the 7pm showtime.
- We do require that masks be worn at all times unless you are actively eating or drinking.
The Queer Comedy Party is back and it is gayer than ever!!! So excited for our new home at the Asheville Beauty Academy. Kicking 2021 off right with headliner Ian Aber. QCP features only queer identifying comedians but all cool chill folx are welcome to attend.
Ian Aber is a comedian, writer and comedy show producer. He was a national Finalist in NBC’s Stand Up For Diversity and performs at clubs, colleges, music venues, bars, warehouses and pretty much anywhere there is comedy. His comedy is featured on Sirius radio and Audible. Ian has opened for Margaret Cho, Jo Firestone and Fortune Feimster and been accepted to and attended the Limestone Comedy Festival, 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival, Accidental Comedy Festival, Orlando Indie Comedy Festival, Scruffy City Comedy Festival, Whiskey Bear Comedy Festival, Burning Bridges Comedy Festival and Laughing Skull Comedy Festival. He is the host and co-producer of several long running comedy shows in Atlanta including, Date Night, Urban Tree Comedy and Back Story as well as speciality shows like sweetbabycheeses : Grilled Cheese and Comedy, Surrogates Interactive Comedy and Queer History Live. Ian also hosts the new “Str8 Ppl : A Minor Look At The Majority” podcast, half hour interviews with Queer and Straight people about straight culture and society.
QCP is the first Wednesday of every month in the Asheville Beauty Academy Parlor
What we’re about
A great place to find live Asheville’s live comedy performances and other local comedy fans!
We’ll be posting all the Asheville-area stand-up comedy shows in the area (assuming I know about them). We’ve met several of you already, and we’d love to meet more of you!
Asheville has a lot of great comedy. There’s touring comics performing in larger venues. Asheville is also home to a thriving local scene with great local comics performing in smaller venues and opening for touring comics. There is also a great selection of open mics, so if you ever have the itch to try something out, you’ll have plenty of opportunities.