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    Performance Art

    Smart Bets: Jamie Laval’s Celtic Christmas

    Posted on December 18, 2019December 10, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The holiday tradition returns to Asheville Community Theatre on Dec. 28.

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    Smart Bets: Bannerman Folk Camp

    Posted on November 25, 2019November 18, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The 50th edition of the annual folk dance camp returns to Blue Ridge Assembly, Nov. 28-Dec. 1.

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    Smart Bets: Tellabrati­on!

    Posted on November 21, 2019November 11, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The annual celebration of storytelling takes place Nov. 24 at the Folk Art Center.

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    Smart Bets: Healer by Day/Hooker by Night

    Posted on November 11, 2019November 2, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Kristin Reitter brings her cabaret show to The BLOCK off Biltmore on Nov. 16.

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    Miss Gay Latina Asheville pageant continues to expand beyond its name


    Posted on October 29, 2019October 24, 2019 by Grayson Haver Currin

    The popular contest, now in its 12th year, returns to the Diana Wortham Theatre stage, at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, on Saturday, Nov. 2.

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    Smart Bets: The Rocky Horror Show

    Posted on October 22, 2019October 14, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The original stage show that inspired the cult classic film heads to The Grey Eagle for two performances on Oct. 26.

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    Theater review: ‘The Legacy of Amelia Aldean’ at The Magnetic Theatre

    Posted on October 7, 2019October 7, 2019 by Kai Elijah Hamilton

    While it’s near impossible to see all the productions our wonderfully artistic town has to offer, this one is essential.

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    Adventurou­s entertainm­ent in Asheville

    Posted on September 26, 2019September 19, 2019 by Alli Marshall

    Want to add an extra layer of intrigue to your recreation? Try a costumes community bike ride, an LGBTQ+ walking tour, an escape adventure or a figure drawing salon.

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    Smart Bets: Queer Girls Literary Reading

    Posted on September 25, 2019September 16, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Mothlight hosts the 11th annual showcase of established and emerging voices on Sept. 29.

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    Smart Bets: Woods and Wilds

    Posted on September 23, 2019September 16, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Dogwood Alliance’s annual storytelling fundraiser takes place Sept. 27 at The Mothlight.

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    AAAC celebrates its 40th anniversar­y with the Ruby Ball

    Posted on September 10, 2019September 9, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Asheville Area Arts Council’s latest color ball spotlights grant recipients in South Slope and River Arts District venues.

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    Smart Bets: The Found Footage Festival

    Posted on August 26, 2019August 19, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher bring their latest oddball video findings to The Grey Eagle on Aug. 30.

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    Smart Bets: The Happiness System

    Posted on August 26, 2019August 22, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The interactive performance by Grayson Morris, Daniele Martin and Edwin Salas runs Aug. 30-Sept. 1 at Revolve Gallery.

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    Smart Bets: Flyer in a Dark Chamber

    Posted on August 20, 2019August 20, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The collaborative meditations on Lillith shares a bill with Okapi and Edwin Salas on Aug. 24 at BMCM+AC.

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    Theater review: ‘Rabbit Hole’ at Asheville Community Theatre

    Posted on August 19, 2019August 22, 2019 by Kai Elijah Hamilton

    As in ‘Alice in Wonderland,’ things aren’t always what they seem.

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    Smart Bets: Tanya Solomon

    Posted on August 7, 2019August 7, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The Brooklyn-based stage magician performs at The Odditorium on Aug. 11.

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    Smart Bets: Imagine

    Posted on July 31, 2019July 23, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The fundraiser for Haywood Street Congregation’s fresco takes place Aug. 4 at Diana Wortham Theatre.

    2.5 K views+ArtsDanceMusicPerformance Art

    Marcus ‘Mook’ Cunningham excels in hip-hop and pro wrestling

    Posted on July 30, 2019July 25, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The local multifaceted entertainer’s next pro wrestling match takes place Aug. 3 at the Fairview Community Center.

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    Empyrean Arts presents ‘Freakshow’

    Posted on July 23, 2019July 23, 2019 by Alli Marshall

    Empyrean Arts observes its fourth anniversary with Freakshow, a showcase of student performances (and birthday cake) on Saturday, July 27.

    3.2 K views+ArtsDancePerformance ArtTheater

    Smart Bets: Folkmoot Internatio­nal Festival

    Posted on July 15, 2019July 7, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

    The 36th annual celebration of dance, music and culture from around the world runs July 18-28 across Western North Carolina.

    2.9 K views+ArtsCraftDanceMusicPerformance Art

    Clan Destiny Circus debuts at Diana Wortham Theatre

    Posted on July 9, 2019July 3, 2019 by Laura Hackett

    The musical shares the story of misfit refugees and performers who band together for survival in a war-torn world.

    2.8 K views+ArtsDancePerformance ArtTheater

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