In conjunction with the first Downtown Asheville Art walk of the season, Castell Photography opens its new exhibit, Objects In Perspective. Opening reception on Friday, April 3, 6-8 p.m. Press release from Castell Photography: Castell Photography is pleased to announce the opening of their newest exhibition, Objects in Perspective, a mixed media collaboration of photography […]
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Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue performs at The Odditorium, April 4
Burlesque revue troupe Savannah Sweet Tease returns to Asheville to perform “Mother Goosed: Story-time with The Sweet Tease!” The show is held at The Odditorium on Saturday, April 4. Press release from event organizers: The Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue Present Mother Goosed: Story-time with The Sweet Tease! The Savannah Sweet Tease Burlesque Revue, is […]
Joe Penland performs at Madison County Arts Center, April 11
Old-time ballad singer and storyteller Joe Penland performs “Ridin’ in the Laundry Truck or Southern Comfort Between the Sheets,” a concert of mountain stories, songs and ballads at the Madison County Arts Center on Saturday, April 11. Press release from the arts center: Joe Penland in concert “Ridin’ in the Laundry Truck or Southern Comfort […]
Thirdmessenger presents theater on dying at The Altamont Theatre, April 19
Experimental project Dying to Live Theatre hosts a production in collaboration with Asheville Playback. The mixed-media, improvisational performance takes place at The Altamont Theatre on Sunday, April 19. Press release from Thirdmessenger: Dying to Live Theatre at The Altamont April 19 Experimental theater on dying is birthed in Asheville On April 19th, Asheville will enter […]
Asheville Buskers Collective update
The Asheville Buskers Collective is circulating flyers of suggested street performing ordinances. Policies that the collective hopes to see the city adopt include a two hour rule for performances, the respectful use of amplification and permitting the sale of CDs.
Sound track: “The Hunt” by Adrienne Ammerman
Each of the 13 tracks on Adrienne Ammerman’s new album The Hunt is relatively short and minimalistic, too — allowing for the melody to be carried by Ammerman’s voice. And that’s the magic of this record.
Gear repair workshop and local band showcase at The Orange Peel, April 3
Asheville Music Professionals hosts a gear repair workshop and gear swap on Friday, April 3. The free event, held at The Orange Peel, is followed by a local showcase featuring Mangas Colorado, Sidecar Honey and The Sun Cans. The showcase starts at 8 p.m., tickets are $5. Press release from organizers: The Orange Peel is […]
Comedians Vince Morris, Tom Green and Sara Schaefer perform at The Millroom in April
The Millroom announces three comedy shows for the month of April: Vince Morris performs on Friday, April 10; followed by Tom Green on Tuesday, April 14; and Sara Schaefer on Thursday, April 30. Press release from event organizers: April is the month for comedy in Asheville with three fantastic comedians coming through to play the […]
Dynasty Electric recorded an album in Brevard, release show March 27
Brooklyn-based electro-rock duo Dynasty Electric just competed work on the album A Million Words of Love. It was written and recorded while living in a mountain cabin in Brevard. The band plays an album release show at The Phoenix on Friday, March 27. Press release from promoters: Dynasty Electric, an electronic rock duo hailing from […]
Ann B. Ross releases her latest Miss Julia book
Hendersonville-based author Ann B. Ross recently published Miss Julia Lays Down the Law, the latest in her Miss Julia series, and will appear at two local author events. She’ll be at The Fountainhead Bookstore on Tuesday, April 7, and at Malaprop’s on Saturday, April 18. Press release from Penguin Random House: 2014 was a milestone […]
“From Hair to There” artist talk at CCCD
Hair is both subject and medium for artist Sonya Clark. She’ll discuss that intersection — and its relationship to fiber art — in the artist talk “From Hair to There,” held at The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design on Friday, March 27. Born in Washington, D.C., Clark earned an MFA from the Cranbrook Academy […]
Smart bets: Haybaby
What does it mean to be not just a hardworking band, but one of the top-10 hardest-working bands? Ask Brooklyn-based Haybaby. The indie-pop trio plays Broadway’s on Tuesday, March 24, with locals Total War and Wyla, and Whiskey Bitches from New York City.
Tickets on sale for Music Video Asheville
Music Video Asheville holds its annual showcase of local musicians and filmmakers on Wednesday, April 29. The event, held at Diana Wortham Auditorium, will include a panel discussion about music video production, distribution and resources. Tickets are $12 advance/$15 at the door. Press release from organizers: Music Video Asheville 2015 Tickets Available Today Music Video […]
Lineup announced for 2015 Downtown After 5 concert series
At a St. Patrick’s Day party/volunteer organization/Downtown After 5 kickoff party, the Asheville Downtown Association announced the lineup for this year’s concert series.
River Arts District spring studio stroll, May 9 and 10
The River Arts District holds its spring studio stroll over Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday and Sunday, May 9 and 10. Studios and galleries will be open to the public with live demonstrations. Press release from event organizers: River Arts District Celebrates Mothers’ Day with Two-Day Studio Stroll and Art Sale *NOTE THIS STROLL REPLACES THE […]
Annual high school Shakespeare monologue competition, March 28
Students from Caldwell, Burke and Catawba Counties compete in the third annual high school Shakespeare monologue competition on Saturday, March 28. The public is invited. Press release from the Caldwell Arts Council: Nineteen high school students from traditional and private schools in Caldwell, Burke and Catawba Counties are preparing for the 3rd Annual High School […]
Blue Ridge Books announces upcoming author events
Blue Ridge Books in Waynesville, N.C. announces a calendar of events including woodworker William Everett who will present his book on Saturday, March 21; and novelist Wiley cash appearing as the featured speaker at a Friends of the Library meeting on May 7. Press release from the bookstore: Saturday, March 21 3:00 pm Sawdust and […]
Luzius Stone releases long-awaited album Electric Dream
Almost two years to the day since Xpress first shared news of Electric Dream by Luzius Stone — the project of WNC native Justin Miles — that album finally gets a launch party. It’s been a long time coming.
Boys club: My Daddy Taught Me That youth program provides positive role models
If you think your day is busy, try keeping up with Keynon Lake. Lake parlayed his pro basketball and sports medicine experience into a career with Buncombe County Health and Human Services, where he is a community service navigator and prevention social worker. Driven to address the questions raised by his line of work, Lake penned the book My Daddy Taught Me That.
Brewgrass Festival announced for September 19
Brewgrass returns for its 19th year on Saturday, Sept. 19. The lineup includes Jeff Austin Band, Big Daddy Love, and Packway Handle Band; tickets go on sale Saturday, March 21 at 11 a.m. Press release from Mason Jar Media: Asheville, NC’s original beer festival, is proud to announce the lineup for its 19th annual event […]
Bob Moog Foundation holds raffle for vintage Moog Liberation synthesizer
The Bob Moog Foundation just launched its spring raffle and the prize is a vintage Moog Liberation synthesizer. The raffle, which runs through Friday, April 20, raises funds for the foundation’s projects. Press release from event organizers: Today the Bob Moog Foundation announces its spring raffle for a vintage Moog Liberation synthesizer. The raffle, a […]