Asheville-area artists hear “no” on a regular basis, yet develop the grit and determination to keep going.
On the Record: City Council candidate Kevan Frazier on cover songs, multifamily housing and grants
A native to Western North Carolina, Kevan Frazier says cheap rent is what initially drew many artists to the city. If elected to Asheville City Council, one of his top priorities will be to help find solutions to the current housing crisis as a way to assist residents, including those in the creative sector.
Best Medicine with Eric Brown: Is there a good place in Asheville for toddlers to race dogs?
Best of WNC has arrived, and some from this month’s latest cohort of comedians want to know where is the best place to go to see unique athletic competitions.
New exhibit uses Mexican hammocks to explore multiple themes
Draped, shaped and painted hammocks examine concepts ranging from Yucatan culture to weightlessness to the natural world. The show runs through Saturday, Sept. 21, at Tracey Morgan Gallery.
Around town: Harvest Records turns 20
The West Asheville record store celebrates a milestone anniversary, local vocalists reflect on touring with Dr. Dog, plus more area arts news.
An artist’s journey from Ukraine to Asheville
Anatolii Tarasiuk, a Ukrainian refugee, will celebrate his first art exhibit in Asheville on Friday, Aug. 23 at Pink Dog Gallery.
On the Record: Asheville City Council candidate Tod Leaven on Billie Holiday, the local theater scene and more
Over the next several weeks, Xpress will sit down with each of the six candidates running for Asheville City Council to listen to an album of their choice while discussing the local arts scene.
Around town: Film festival to benefit the French Broad River
New Belgium Brewing hosts film festival, ArtsAVL announces grant recipients, Asheville FM holds record fair, and more!
Theater review: Inherit the Wind at HART
It’s unlikely that you are going to see another play this enthralling any time soon. To say it is “not to be missed” is an understatement.
Building community one film at a time
Music Movie Mondays, Cinemania and Masterpiece Mondays bring people together each month with unique film screenings and discussions.
Tin Roof Echo and Carpenter / Cohen release new albums
The longtime locals embrace collaboration on their latest collections.
Around town: Butterfly art comes to the RAD
Butterfly gallery opens new exhibition, ReClaim Madison features monthly concert series, Citizen Vinyl presents forgotten Appalachian recordings, and more!
Local theater companies respond to the loss of UNCA’s drama department
UNCA faculty and local theater professionals believe the department’s loss will have lasting effects.
Playbill picks: August local theater highlights
A musical, a comedy and a courtroom drama lead the way this month.
In photos: AVLFest 2024
The multivenue gathering included hundreds of local and touring acts, with headlining performances by Papadosio and Washed Out — both of which drew massive crowds.
Around town: Venture Shakespeare presents ‘Hamlet’
Venture Shakespeare performs Hamlet, Warren Wilson hosts a puppet festival, Blue Ridge Public Radio revamps its programming and more!
Best Medicine: Comedians offer tips for dodging the summer heat
“I actually fried an egg on my mailbox this past weekend,” notes comedian Cayla Clark in the latest round of Best Medicine. This month, she is joined by fellow local comics Evelyn Pekarek, Corey Day and Larry Griffin.
Around town: Orison Books hosts literary and musical fundraiser
Orison Books holds a fundraiser, Asheville Comedy Festival returns, Museum of the Cherokee People hosts its signature arts festival and more!
Theater review: ‘Legally Blonde The Musical’ at Hendersonville Theatre
The adaptation of the beloved film is far from boring, but too wild and untamed to belong in the league of great or even very good musicals.
Emöke B’Racz discusses her latest poetry collection and the early days of Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe
In Xpress’ latest poetry feature, we speak with Emöke B’Racz about her recent publication, her approach to writing and the influence that Western North Carolina has had on her work.
Around town: New collection charts Buncombe County’s history
New book explores Buncombe County history, Asheville Symphony retains pivotal music director, Asheville Community Theater turns 78, and more!