TH (5/23), 7:30pm - Cantaria, the gay men's chorus of Asheville, will perform works by Stephen Schwartz and Ola Gjeilo at the Cathedral of All Souls, 9 Swan St. $15. Info: cantariaasheville.org. [comment / share]
TH (5/23), 8pm - Daniel Ouellette and the Shobijin (electronic) will perform at Courtyard Gallery, 109 Roberts St., as part of "The Enchantment: Shaving the Moustache Tour 2013." Donations accepted. Info: info@danielouellette.net. [comment / share]
TH (5/23), 7:30-10pm - A poetry and songwriting open mic invites the public to share original works. The evening includes an erotic haiku contest and raffle. Held at Anam Cara, 203 Haywood Road. Must be 18 or older. Free; cash bar. Info: anamcaratheatre.blogspot.com. [comment / share]
MO (5/20) through TH (5/23), 4:30-7:30pm - Pat’s School of Dance will host an open house for prospective students at 1256 N. Main St., Hendersonville. Free. Info: patsschoolofdance.com. [comment / share]
Appalachia in the Spring: SU (5/19), 5pm - Pan Harmonia will perform Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, Samuel Barber's Adagio for String Quartet and two East Coast premieres at the Masonic Temple, 80 Broadway St. $15/$12 in advance/$5 students. $2 discount with a canned good for MANNA FoodBank.
• TH (5/23), 7:30pm - An additional concert will be held at White Horse Black Mountain, 105C… [comment / share]
A Tribute to Sting and The Police: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (5/23) until (6/1) - Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Sting and The Police will be performed at the downtown location. 8pm. $24. [comment / share]
Repeats every: Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
Souvenir: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - Souvenir, the story of a "tone deaf socialite who is completely convinced she can sing." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed.-Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $35/$33 seniors/$25 students. [comment / share]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare: THURSDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - The Complete Works of William Shakespeare. "Can three guys really cover 37 Shakespeare works in less than two hours? This fast-firing comedy parodies all of the Shakespeare plays (plus the sonnets) with only three performers in two acts." $15. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
FR (5/24), 8pm - This weekly series will screen the feature film winner from the Twin Rivers Media Festival. Presented by Courtyard Gallery, 109 Roberts St. Top floor, Phil Mechanic Studios. Free. Info: www.ashevillecourtyard.com or 273-3332. [comment / share]
FR (5/24), 7:30pm - The Transylvania County Library kicks off its Music at Sunset outdoor concert series with The Jeff Sipe Trio (jazz, fusion, funk) in the library amphitheater. Rain or shine. Free. Info: avl.mx/td. [comment / share]
FR (5/24), 5pm - stephaniesid, Mary Frances and The Dirty Classics and DJ Molly Parti will perform at RiverLink Sculpture and Performance Plaza, 144 Riverside Drive. Free. Info: riverlink.org or 252-8474. [comment / share]
FR (5/24), 6-10:30pm - Inner City Mountain Men (folk rock) will perform at Morganton's TGIF concert series. May 24 family night will include children's rides. Proceeds benefit D.A.R.E. 102 E. Union St. Free. Info: downtownmorganton.com. [comment / share]
Neal Thompson: FR (5/24), 7pm - Neal Thompson will present his book A Curious Man: The Strange and Brilliant Life of Robert "Believe It or Not!" Ripley. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 8-9:30pm - Disclaimer Comedy presents weekly stand-up at Elaine's Piano Bar in the Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www.disclaimercomedy.com. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - Swan Lake with a Splash, a modern ballet based on the classic tale, will be performed by the Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre and New Studio of Dance at BeBe Theatre, 20 Commerce St. Fri. & Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 3pm. $17/$15 in advance. Info: acdt.org or 254-2621. [comment / share]
A Tribute to Sting and The Police: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (5/23) until (6/1) - Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Sting and The Police will be performed at the downtown location. 8pm. $24. [comment / share]
Repeats every: Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
Souvenir: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - Souvenir, the story of a "tone deaf socialite who is completely convinced she can sing." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed.-Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $35/$33 seniors/$25 students. [comment / share]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare: THURSDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - The Complete Works of William Shakespeare. "Can three guys really cover 37 Shakespeare works in less than two hours? This fast-firing comedy parodies all of the Shakespeare plays (plus the sonnets) with only three performers in two acts." $15. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
Ongoing, 05/15 thru 06/09
Asheville City Poets: FR (5/24), 7-9:30pm - Asheville City Poets will present public readings at Firestorm Cafe, 48 Commerce St. Info and registration: meetup.com/Asheville-City-Poets.
• SU (5/26), 3pm - An additional reading will be held at 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St. [comment / share]
SA (5/25), noon-10pm - BearWaters Brewing, 130 Frazier St., Suite 7 Waynesville, will celebrate its first anniversary with an outdoor concert featuring Bill Wharton "The Sauce Boss" (blues). $5. Info: bwbrewing.com. [comment / share]
SA (5/25), 7pm - Sauce Boss (blues) will perform at Bearwater Brewing Company, 130 Frazier St. #7, Waynesville. $5. Info: sauceboss.com. [comment / share]
Dielle Ciesco: SA (5/25), 3pm - Dielle Ciesco will perform healing tonal music and present her book The Unknown Mother: A Magical Walk with the Goddess of Sound. [comment / share]
Birthday Celebration: SA (5/25), 3-4pm - A birthday celebration for children's book authors born in May will feature stories and activities for kids. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 4pm - Steven Townsend hosts a traditional West African drumming workshop, followed by an open drum circle, at the Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. All skill levels welcome. Free. Info: 669-2052. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 7-10pm - "Old Fines Creek Dance and Music" will feature music, dance, cake walks and door prizes. Held at The Old Fines Creek School, 192 Fines Creek Road, Clyde. $7/children 12 and under free. Info: visitncsmokies.com or 736-8925. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - Swan Lake with a Splash, a modern ballet based on the classic tale, will be performed by the Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre and New Studio of Dance at BeBe Theatre, 20 Commerce St. Fri. & Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 3pm. $17/$15 in advance. Info: acdt.org or 254-2621. [comment / share]
A Tribute to Sting and The Police: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (5/23) until (6/1) - Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Sting and The Police will be performed at the downtown location. 8pm. $24. [comment / share]
Repeats every: Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
Souvenir: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - Souvenir, the story of a "tone deaf socialite who is completely convinced she can sing." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed.-Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $35/$33 seniors/$25 students. [comment / share]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare: THURSDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - The Complete Works of William Shakespeare. "Can three guys really cover 37 Shakespeare works in less than two hours? This fast-firing comedy parodies all of the Shakespeare plays (plus the sonnets) with only three performers in two acts." $15. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
Souvenir: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - Souvenir, the story of a "tone deaf socialite who is completely convinced she can sing." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed.-Sat., 2 & 8pm; Sun., 2pm. $35/$33 seniors/$25 students. [comment / share]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare: THURSDAYS through SUNDAYS until (5/26) - The Complete Works of William Shakespeare. "Can three guys really cover 37 Shakespeare works in less than two hours? This fast-firing comedy parodies all of the Shakespeare plays (plus the sonnets) with only three performers in two acts." $15. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
FR (5/24), 7-9:30pm - Asheville City Poets will present public readings at Firestorm Cafe, 48 Commerce St. Info and registration: meetup.com/Asheville-City-Poets.
• SU (5/26), 3pm - An additional reading will be held at 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
TU (5/28), 7pm - Blue Ridge Cowboy Church will present MARK 209 (country) at the WNC Ag Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher. Free. Info: brcowboychurch.org. [comment / share]
TU (5/28), 7:30-10pm - A screening of Occupy Love by Velcrow Ripper will be held at Anam Cara Collective, 203 Haywood Road. $2-5; cash bar. Info: anamcaratheatre.com. [comment / share]
TUESDAYS, 7pm - "Learn the polka, landler, shottisch, waltz, schuhplattler, la russe and more." Held at the Edelweiss Events Space, 697-D Haywood Road. Free. Info: ashevillemusicandart.com/edelweiss or avl.mx/t9. [comment / share]
TUESDAYS through (5/28), 3pm - "Cary Grant in the Afternoon" film series will feature movies with Cary Grant, including Bringing up Baby, Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House, To Catch a Thief and Walk Don’t Run. Held at Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St. Free. Info and schedule: 250-4700. [comment / share]
TUESDAYS - The Mountain Shag Club meets weekly at The Hangar at the Clarion Inn, 550 Airport Road. Free lessons from 6:30-7pm. Shag DJ from 7-10pm. $5. Info: mountainshagclub.com. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
American Music for Memorial Week: WE (5/29), 8pm - "A Song of Peace, for Lands Afar and Mine: American Music for Memorial Week" will be performed by David LaMotte and Eric Wall in Anderson Auditorium. [comment / share]
WEDNESDAYS, 9pm - Disclaimer Stand-Up Lounge open mic is held at the Dirty South Lounge, 41 N. Lexington Ave. Free. Info: www.DisclaimerComedy.com. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
TH (5/30), 7pm - The Fletcher Community Chorus will perform “Spring into Song” at Feed and Seed, 3715 Hendersonville Road, Fletcher. Free; donations welcome. Info: fletchercommunitychorus.com. [comment / share]
Shabda Kahn: TH (5/30), 7pm - Shabda Kahn, spiritual director of Sufi Ruhaniat International, will present his book Physicians of the Heart: A Sufi View of the 99 Names of Allah. [comment / share]
THURSDAYS, 6:30-8:30pm - Homegrown in the Park will feature local singer-songwritiers performing in Pritchard Park. Free. Info: ashevilledowntown.org. [comment / share]
A Tribute to Sting and The Police: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (5/23) until (6/1) - Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Sting and The Police will be performed at the downtown location. 8pm. $24. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
FR (5/31), 8pm - An Angel at my Table (New Zealand 1990) by Jane Campion. Presented by Courtyard Gallery, 109 Roberts St. Top floor, Phil Mechanic Studios. Free. Info: www.ashevillecourtyard.com or 273-3332. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 7:30-9:30pm - Concerts on the Creek will feature the Rye Holler Boys (bluegrass and mountain gospel) at Bridge Park, 76 Railroad Ave., Sylva. Free. Info: mountainlovers.com or (800) 962-1911. [comment / share]
FR (5/31), 7-10pm - Michael Pilgrim (mandolin) and Drew Kirkpatrick (guitar, vocals) will perform gypsy jazz at The Classic Wineseller, 20 Church St., Waynesville. $10 food or drink purchase requested. Info: classicwineseller.com. [comment / share]
FR (5/31), 7:30pm - Transylvania County Library's Music at Sunset outdoor concert series will feature The Wilhelm Brothers (folk, roots) in the library amphitheater. July 5 in the case of rain. Free. Info: avl.mx/td. [comment / share]
FR (5/31), 6-10:30pm - Too Much Sylvia (variety) will perform at Morganton's TGIF concert series. 102 E. Union St. Free. Info: downtownmorganton.com. [comment / share]
FR (5/31) & SA (6/1), 8-10pm - The Anam Cara Cabaret variety show will feature a "bizarre menagerie of talented and entertaining performers." Held at The Anam Cara Collective, 203 Haywood Road. $5-$10 sliding scale. Info: anamcaratheatre.com. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 8-9:30pm - Disclaimer Comedy presents weekly stand-up at Elaine's Piano Bar in the Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www.disclaimercomedy.com. [comment / share]
A Tribute to Sting and The Police: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (5/23) until (6/1) - Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Sting and The Police will be performed at the downtown location. 8pm. $24. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
Repeats every: Friday, Saturday, Sunday,
There are 2 more events that occur over several weeks or months.
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This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
SA (6/1), 8pm - Pure Heart Ensemble, featuring Richard Shulman, will perform at White Horse Black Mountain, 105C Montreat Road. $10. Info: whitehorseblackmountain.com. [comment / share]
Vandercooked Poetry Night: SA (6/1), 7pm - Vandercooked Poetry Night will feature a reading by poet John Hoppenthaler and an opportunity to print a broadside. [comment / share]
FR (5/31) & SA (6/1), 8-10pm - The Anam Cara Cabaret variety show will feature a "bizarre menagerie of talented and entertaining performers." Held at The Anam Cara Collective, 203 Haywood Road. $5-$10 sliding scale. Info: anamcaratheatre.com. [comment / share]
SA (6/1) & SU (6/2), 7:30pm - Rosebud: The Lives of Orson Welles, a one-man show featuring John Calure as Orson Welles. Directed by Lavin Cuddihee. Proceeds benefit the Tryon Little Theater Scholarship Fund. Held at Tryon Little Theatre's Sunnydale facility, 328 S. Trade St. $20. Info: tltinfo.org. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 4pm - Steven Townsend hosts a traditional West African drumming workshop, followed by an open drum circle, at the Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. All skill levels welcome. Free. Info: 669-2052. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 7-10pm - "Old Fines Creek Dance and Music" will feature music, dance, cake walks and door prizes. Held at The Old Fines Creek School, 192 Fines Creek Road, Clyde. $7/children 12 and under free. Info: visitncsmokies.com or 736-8925. [comment / share]
A Tribute to Sting and The Police: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (5/23) until (6/1) - Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Sting and The Police will be performed at the downtown location. 8pm. $24. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
Repeats every: Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
There are 1 more events that occur over several weeks or months.
Click here to see them.
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
SU (6/2), 2pm - Asheville Sister Cities will screen The Return of Martin Guerre at 33 Page Ave. $5 suggested donation. Info: ashevillesistercities.org. [comment / share]
Junie B. Jones / Poetrio: SU (6/2), 1pm - Junie B. Jones will present her Stupid Smelly Bus Tour. The public is invited to have their books stamped. --- 3pm - Poetrio: Julie Suk, Matthew Olzmann and TBA. [comment / share]
SA (6/1) & SU (6/2), 7:30pm - Rosebud: The Lives of Orson Welles, a one-man show featuring John Calure as Orson Welles. Directed by Lavin Cuddihee. Proceeds benefit the Tryon Little Theater Scholarship Fund. Held at Tryon Little Theatre's Sunnydale facility, 328 S. Trade St. $20. Info: tltinfo.org. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
Mountain Xpress Bookclub: MO (6/3), 7pm - Mountain Xpress book club, with Alli Marshall: Flora by Gail Godwin. --- 7pm - Bridging Differences book club: Paradise Beneath Her Feet by Isobel Coleman. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
TU (6/4), 7:30pm - A screening of 350.org's new film Do The Math will focus on climate change. A discussion will follow. Held at Anam Cara, 203 Haywood Road. Free; popcorn and beer for sale. Info: anamcaratheatre.blogspot.com or 252-2505. [comment / share]
Knitting / Book Club: TU (6/4), 6-8pm - Knit-n-Chain. SS --- 7pm - Book club: 1984 by George Orwell. EC --- 7pm Book club: Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin. WV [comment / share]
TUESDAYS, 7pm - "Learn the polka, landler, shottisch, waltz, schuhplattler, la russe and more." Held at the Edelweiss Events Space, 697-D Haywood Road. Free. Info: ashevillemusicandart.com/edelweiss or avl.mx/t9. [comment / share]
TUESDAYS - The Mountain Shag Club meets weekly at The Hangar at the Clarion Inn, 550 Airport Road. Free lessons from 6:30-7pm. Shag DJ from 7-10pm. $5. Info: mountainshagclub.com. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
WE (6/5), 7pm - A screening of Occupy Love, a documentary about the "worldwide awakening and movement to co-create a loving, just and cooperative world," will be held at Jubilee!, 46 Wall St. Free. Info: OccupyLove.org. [comment / share]
WEDNESDAYS, 9pm - Disclaimer Stand-Up Lounge open mic is held at the Dirty South Lounge, 41 N. Lexington Ave. Free. Info: www.DisclaimerComedy.com. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
THURSDAYS, 7pm - WCU's summer concert series will feature Floating Action (indie rock, folk) at the university's Central Plaza. Rain location: University Center. Free. Info: ledavis@wcu.edu or 227-3622. [comment / share]
David Sedaris: TH (6/6), 7pm - David Sedaris will present his book Let's Explore Diabetes With Owls. The discussion is sold out, but the booksigning and reception are open to the public at 9pm. Free. [comment / share]
THURSDAYS, 6:30-8:30pm - Homegrown in the Park will feature local singer-songwritiers performing in Pritchard Park. Free. Info: ashevilledowntown.org. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
FR (5/31), 7:30pm - Transylvania County Library's Music at Sunset outdoor concert series will feature Adron in the library amphitheater. Rain or shine. Free. Info: avl.mx/td. [comment / share]
Pickin' on the Porch: FR (6/7), noon-2pm - Pickin' on the Porch will feature Bill Byerly of the Whitewater Bluegrass Company and friends (bluegrass standards). Free. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 8-9:30pm - Disclaimer Comedy presents weekly stand-up at Elaine's Piano Bar in the Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www.disclaimercomedy.com. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 7-10:30pm - Pickin’ in the Park will feature bluegrass and old-time bands at Canton Recreational Park‚ 77 South Penland St. Free. Info: blueridgemusic.org. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
Distinguished Poet Series: SA (6/8), 3pm - The Gilbert-Chappell Distinguished Poet Series will feature Noa Meiri, Olivia Patterson and Richard Chess. PM [comment / share]
Peter Carlson: SA (6/8), 7pm - Peter Carlson will present his book Junius and Albert's Adventures in the Confederacy: A Civil War Odyssey. [comment / share]
Writers at Wolfe Series: Lucille Ray: SA (6/8), noon-2pm - Lucille Ray, author of Looking Back and Moving Forward, will discuss growing up in Asheville during the 1920s and '30s. Cathy Riley, St. John-a-Baptist Church Choir and Mrs. Ray will perform old-time African American spirituals. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 4pm - Steven Townsend hosts a traditional West African drumming workshop, followed by an open drum circle, at the Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. All skill levels welcome. Free. Info: 669-2052. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 7-10pm - "Old Fines Creek Dance and Music" will feature music, dance, cake walks and door prizes. Held at The Old Fines Creek School, 192 Fines Creek Road, Clyde. $7/children 12 and under free. Info: visitncsmokies.com or 736-8925. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
This: WEDNESDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/9) - This, "a wonderfully-rich and poignant play about old friends and the pitfalls of looming middle age." Wed.-Sat., 7:30pm; Sun., 2pm. $16-$28. [comment / share]
2nd MONDAYS, 6pm - Katuah Earth First hosts a monthly film screening and discussion at Firestorm Cafe and Books, 48 Commerce St. Free. Info: katuahearthfirst.org or firestormcafe.com. [comment / share]
TUESDAYS, 7pm - "Learn the polka, landler, shottisch, waltz, schuhplattler, la russe and more." Held at the Edelweiss Events Space, 697-D Haywood Road. Free. Info: ashevillemusicandart.com/edelweiss or avl.mx/t9. [comment / share]
TUESDAYS - The Mountain Shag Club meets weekly at The Hangar at the Clarion Inn, 550 Airport Road. Free lessons from 6:30-7pm. Shag DJ from 7-10pm. $5. Info: mountainshagclub.com. [comment / share]
WEDNESDAYS, 9pm - Disclaimer Stand-Up Lounge open mic is held at the Dirty South Lounge, 41 N. Lexington Ave. Free. Info: www.DisclaimerComedy.com. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
THURSDAYS, 6:30-8:30pm - Homegrown in the Park will feature local singer-songwritiers performing in Pritchard Park. Free. Info: ashevilledowntown.org. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
Khaled Hosseini: FR (6/14), 7pm - Khaled Hosseini, author of The Kite Runner, will present his new novel And the Mountains Echoed. $15. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 8-9:30pm - Disclaimer Comedy presents weekly stand-up at Elaine's Piano Bar in the Grove Park Inn, 290 Macon Ave. Free. Info: www.disclaimercomedy.com. [comment / share]
FRIDAYS, 7-10:30pm - Pickin’ in the Park will feature bluegrass and old-time bands at Canton Recreational Park‚ 77 South Penland St. Free. Info: blueridgemusic.org. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
Children's Authors Celebration / Vince Vawter: SA (6/15), 3pm - Kids are invited to celebrate children's book authors born in June. Sergio Ruzzier will present his children's book Why Mole Shouted and Other Stories. --- 7pm - Vince Vawter will present his book Paperboy. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 4pm - Steven Townsend hosts a traditional West African drumming workshop, followed by an open drum circle, at the Carver Community Center, 101 Carver Ave., Black Mountain. All skill levels welcome. Free. Info: 669-2052. [comment / share]
SATURDAYS, 7-10pm - "Old Fines Creek Dance and Music" will feature music, dance, cake walks and door prizes. Held at The Old Fines Creek School, 192 Fines Creek Road, Clyde. $7/children 12 and under free. Info: visitncsmokies.com or 736-8925. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]
Dancing at Lughnasa: THURSDAYS through SATURDAYS (6/1) until (6/15) - Dancing at Lughnasa, the story of a "man reflecting on a series of vivid memories" of his family. 7:30pm. 5pm matinee June 2. $12-$15. [comment / share]
25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee: THURSDAY through SUNDAY (6/6) until (6/16) - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the story of a "fictional spelling bee set in a geographically ambiguous Putnam Valley Middle School." Preview June 5. $28. See website for times. [comment / share]
SU (6/16), 4-5pm - Andrew Solomon will present his book Far From the Tree as part of Autism Pride Week at Diana Wortham Theater, 2 S. Pack Place. Info and tickets: AutismPrideWeek.org. [comment / share]
Evita: WE (6/5) through SU (6/30) - Evita, "the story of Eva Peron, perhaps the most notorious public figure in Argentina’s history." Performed on the Mainstage. Wed. through Sat., 8pm. Thurs., Sat., & Sun., 2pm. $40/discounts for seniors, military and students. [comment / share]
The Tempest: FRIDAYS through SUNDAYS until (6/22), 7:30pm - The Tempest. "This tale of magic, elemental spirits and creatures, romance and comedy is one of Shakespeare’s most fantastic." [comment / share]