Press release Local teacher Dylan Hewitt is recognized by the Queen Latifah Show A local 7th grade teacher, Dylan Hewitt, has created a Kickstarter campaign to create a ukulele orchestra for his students at Erwin Middle School. The project has gained national attention; Hewitt was invited to make an appearance on the Queen Latifah Show […]
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“Lighting Speed Folk”
Local (though usually out of town on tour) musician Woody Pines plays Jack of the Wood on Saturday, Dec. 21.
Port City Comedy Tour docks in Asheville
Four comics from Wilmington perform at The LAB on Thursday, Dec. 19. 9 p.m., $10.
Writers’ Workshop annual Holiday Gathering on Saturday, Dec. 21
Press release Writers’ Workshop annual Holiday Gathering on Saturday, Dec. 21 The Writers’ Workshop is hosting its Annual Holiday Gathering on Saturday, Dec. 21, from 4-6 pm. It will be held at 387 Beaucatcher Rd., in Asheville. Meet other writers and readers in the area for a cup of cheer and good company! Feel free […]
Eric + Erica, from Oakland, Calif., perform at The LAB on Dec. 18
Press release Eric + Erica, from Oakland, Calif., perform at The LAB on Dec. 18 We are Eric + Erica, a band from Oakland, CA currently on a nationwide record release tour. We’re playing on 12/18/2013 at the Lexington Ave Brewery in Asheville, NC. Show starts at 9pm, and door is $5. We will be […]
Noonday Feast plays a solstice show at White Horse on Dec. 22
Press release Noonday Feast plays a solstice show at White Horse The Winter Solstice marks the shortest, darkest day of the year, and since ancient times it’s been marked by celebrations as the sun makes its slow return. Asheville band Noonday Feast brings the celebration to the White Horse Black Mountain on Sunday, December 22 […]
The 2014 William Matthews Poetry Prize accepts submisisons
Press release The 2014 William Matthews Poetry Prize accepts submisisons We are now considering submissions for the 2014 William Matthews Poetry Prize! Final Judge for 2014: Billy Collins First Place: $1,000, publication in Asheville Poetry Review, and a featured reading at Malaprop’s Bookstore in Asheville Second Place: $250, publication, and a featured reading at Malaprop’s […]
Asheville Lyric Opera’s Taste of Opera Winter Gala, Jan. 25
Press release Asheville Lyric Opera’s Taste of Opera Winter Gala, Jan. 25 Join Asheville Lyric Opera January 25, 2014 at the Taste of Opera Winter Gala. This magical evening of fine dining and stellar operatic performances now features all table seating. Upon arrival, guests will have the opportunity to meet and mingle as they enjoy […]
Cabaret Jazz Dinner Series: “Have Yourself a Swingin’ Little Christmas” on Dec. 20
Press release Cabaret Jazz Dinner Series: “Have Yourself a Swingin’ Little Christmas” on Dec. 20 The White Horse Black Mountain continues its popular Cabaret Jazz Dinner Concert series with a special holiday treat, “Have Yourself A Swingin’ Little Christmas” on Friday, December 20 at 8:00 pm. Vocalist Wendy Jones and pianist Michael Jefry Stephens present […]
Desire Like a Lion
Asheville (by way of Burlington, VT) singer-songwriter, Matt Townsend, recently made his first music video. Tariq Zeidan, a local filmmaker, directed.
Samovar Arts Lounge hosts soft openings Dec. 18 & 19
Press release Samovar Arts Lounge hosts soft openings Dec. 18 & 19 The Samovar ARTs Lounge, located at 2000 Riverside Drive Unit #4, is the combined effort of artists Robert F. Seven (ArToREtuM 2.0) and Phil Cheney (www.dynamicartgallerie.com). The Lounge, which will feature an art gallery and event space, will be hosting two Soft Openings […]
Brio holiday concert on Thursday, Dec. 19
Press release A Brio holiday concert on Thursday, Dec. 19 Brio Concert Series has an exciting and eclectic program of holiday music to get you in the spirit! The concert will feature several performances by local musicians. The first half of the concert will feature Sarah Fowler, a fabulous concert pianist and music director at […]
The NYS3 holiday ugly sweater (or pants) dance party on Dec. 17
Press release The NYS3 holiday ugly sweater (or pants) dance party on Dec. 17 The NYS3 2nd Annual Holiday Ugly Sweater (or pants) Dance Party (Because once just wasn’t enough). At The New York Studio for Stage and Screen in Asheville (NYS3), 2002 Riverside Dr., Studio O Tuesday, December 17th 7:00 – 10:00pm Refreshments, Snacks, […]
Regional school choirs perform at the Asheville Airport
Press release Regional school choirs perform at the Asheville Airport For those traveling through Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) during the holidays, 10 regional school choral groups will be spreading cheer during the “Sounds of the Holidays” singing program. Each year choirs are invited to perform holiday music in the airport for the enjoyment of travelers, […]
Mountain Gateway Museum hosts nativity program on Dec. 13 and 14
Press release Mountain Gateway Museum hosts nativity program on Dec. 13 and 14 The grounds of Mountain Gateway Museum will be luminary lit as it hosts the community Live Nativity program Dec. 13, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The program is organized and presented by local churches. […]
Sound Check: Balsa Gliders
Last week, Charlotte/Raleigh/Philadelphia-based Balsa Gliders blew through town for an all-too-brief visit. Before the band’s energetic set at The Odditorium, they talked about keeping the creative impetus going and remaining current in the regional music scene. Click through for the video interview and exclusive performance. Photo by The Balsa Gliders on Instagram.
The 2013 National Film Challenge seeks audience votes
More than 120 films were submitted for the National Film Challenge. The jury narrowed that list to 15 currently being considered for Audience Choice voting. Among them is “Joint Effort” by Asheville team Gorilla with a Mustache. Voting is open through Wednesday, Dec. 18.
2014 Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition accepts submissions
Press release 2014 Rose Post Creative Nonfiction Competition accepts submissions “I just thought we were the most privileged group of people who ever lived,” longtime columnist Rose Post once said of her years working for the Salisbury Post. “And I pinched myself all the time that I got paid for doing what I did, because […]
Asheville’s Travers Brothership tops ReverbNation charts amd heads to Full Sail studios
Press release Asheville’s Travers Brothership tops ReverbNation charts amd heads to Full Sail studios Travers Brothership, an alternative rock & soul big-band based in Asheville, NC, fresh off a national tour from Denver, CO to Outer Banks, NC, is gearing up to record their debut L.P. at the renowned Full Sail University in Winter Park, […]
Bob Schneider plays Asheville Music Hall on Dec. 20
Press release Bob Schneider plays Asheville Music Hall on Dec. 20 It’s taken him some time but iconic and revered Austin singer-songwriter Bob Schneider is finally, begrudgingly, hesitatingly ready to admit something: He’s not a kid any more. The writing’s on the wall for the man the Austin Chronicle has repeatedly called “the hardest working […]
Waynesville author publishes children’s book, “Riley’s Mission”
Press release Waynesville author publishes children’s book, “Riley’s Mission” “Riley’s Mission,” a new book by Karla Wood, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc. Why should we brush our teeth? What happens to all the teeth? Is there just one fairy or are there thousands? Where does the coin come from? How does the […]