California-based kid-hop artist (and former Ashevillean) Secret Agent 23 Skidoo will be backed by Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band for an Aug. 1 show at The Orange Peel.
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Asheville Ballet holds Blue Ridge Dance Camp, Aug. 2-7
A summer dance intensive offers daily classes in ballet, pointe, modern, jazz, choreography and more, for students ages 11-18. Press release from Asheville Ballet: The Asheville Ballet is accepting applications for its prestigious Blue Ridge Dance Camp, running from August 2-7, 2015. The resident summer intensive offers daily classes in Ballet, Pointe, Repertoire, Modern, Jazz, […]
Tom DiMenna performs with Greg Cartwright (Reigning Sound) at The Altamont Theatre, Aug.1
Singer-songwriter Tom DiMenna (aka cabaret artist The Ghost of Telly Savalas) will perform his own songs at The Altamont Theatre on Saturday, Aug. 1. Greg Cartwright of Reigning Sound performs an early set, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Press release from event organizers: TOM DiMENNA W/ GREG CARTWRIGHT (OF REIGNING SOUND) WHERE: The Altamont Theatre, 18 […]
Sound Track: “New Alhambra” by Elvis Depressedly
The nine tracks of Elvis Depressedly’s most recent release, New Alhambra run about 20 minutes in total — the 3 1/2 minute title song is the longest. It builds slowly, its arc almost imperceptible until a particularly contemplative melody rings through the ambient hum.
Auditions for Trillium Dance Company, Aug. 2
Local collective Trillium Dance Company is auditioning dancers of all backgrounds. Tryouts take place on Sunday, Aug. 2 at The Landing. Press release from organizers:
Open mic event Magnetic Midnight returns Friday, Aug. 7
All genres of the performing arts are represented at Magnetic Theatre’s revived monthly open mic, Magnetic Midnight. The first installation is on Friday, Aug. 7, 9:30 p.m. to participate, 10:30 p.m. to watch. Press release from event organizers: Once upon a time, when The Magnetic Theatre had its first home, it presented a monthly event, […]
Saturday, Aug. 8 is Wood Day at the Folk Art Center
Two wood turners will attempt to create 50 bowls in five hours during Wood Day at the Folk Art Center. The Saturday, Aug. 8 includes showcases, demos and many wood-based craft forms. Press release from Southern Highland Craft Guild: Master craftspeople from the Southern Highland Craft Guild will be celebrating the medium of wood on […]
Cheerwine’s Legend Hunter stops at Rhubarb and 12 Bones, July 24
Press release from event organizers: WHO Cheerwine’s “Legend Hunter” Bo Stevenson, restaurant staff and folks who love great food and barbecue. WHAT The Cheerwine team will celebrate Rhubarb and Chef John Fleer as well as 12 Bones as “Local Legends, National Treasures.” WHEN Friday, July 24 at 11 a.m. (Rhubarb) and 2 p.m. (12 Bones […]
Smart bets: Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams
Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams have, between them, played with Phil and Friends, Bob Dylan, Levon Helm, Mavis Staples, Emmylou Harris and more. They present their first duo album at The Grey Eagle on Friday, July 24.
Flat Rock Playhouse presents a tribute to Carole King and James Taylor
Music on the Rock: A Tribute to Carole King and James Taylor, featuring Ryan Guerra and Jane Bunting, will be onstage at Flat Rock Playhouse Thursday, Aug. 6 to Sunday, Aug. 16. Press release from the theater company: Flat Rock Playhouse is proud to present the next concert in the Music on the Rock series […]
Five questions with TreeHouse!
Myrtle Beach-based reggae trio TreeHouse! wears tie-dye, practices karate and could offer a master class on having a good time. The group will bring the beach weather (and soundtrack) to Asheville Music Hall on Thursday, July 18, for a free show.
Textile and metal jewelry workshop at Asheville Art Museum, Aug. 1
Local artist Joanna Gollberg leads a textile and metal jewelry workshop at Asheville Art Museum on Saturday, Aug. 1. The class runs from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and is $95 for members, $105 for non-members. Press release from the museum: The Asheville Art Museum presents a dazzling Textile & Metal Jewelry Workshop with local artist Joanna […]
Pay to play: WNC’s growing music industry
In this special issue, Xpress looks into the local music industry and an evolving trend. As full-service recording studios downsize, a new generation of hybrid home-professional studio is on the rise.
Elvis in Asheville, July 30
A local event, “Viva Ashevegas! A 40th Anniversary Celebration of Elvis in Asheville,” pays tribute to Elvis Presley’s July 1975 performance in Asheville while also serving as a fundraiser for the Grateful Steps Foundation. The festivities will be held at The Orange Peel on Thursday, July 30, at 8 p.m. The night includes a mini-documentary […]
Roadtrip: Campfest in Clayon, Ga. announces final lineup
Campfest, which takes place Sept. 18-20 at Camp Blue Ridge in Clayton, Ga., just finalized its lineup with New Breed Brass Band and Wrenn. The list also includes Cold War Kids, Langhorne Slim, The Whigs and others. Press release from event organizers: The inaugural Campfest, a three-day celebration that revives the excitement and nostalgia of […]
Art historian and author Eva Día speaks at BMCM+AC, Aug. 6
Eva Díaz discusses her new book, The Experimenters: Chance and Design at Black Mountain College, during a presentation at Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center on Thursday, Aug. 6. Press release from BMCM+AC: Free Presentation and Book Signing by BMC Scholar Eva Díaz Thursday, August 6, 7:00 p.m. Black Mountain College Museum + Arts […]
Natural Affinity show at American Folk opens Aug. 6
Natural Affinity, an exhibit featuring the work of potter Shawn Ireland and painter Ellen Langford, runs Aug. 6-26 at American Folk Art & Framing. Press release from organizers: Natural Affinity Shawn Ireland + Ellen Langford Pottery Painting August 6 – 26, 2015 Sales begin On-Line August 4: noon Opening Reception: Friday, August 7: 5 – […]
Bespoke instruments made in WNC
There’s a luthier for every strumming style. From modern and edgy to rooted in tradition, local makers imbue their instruments — from fiddles and guitars to bouzoukis and bagpipes — with Appalachian materials and far-flung inspiration.
Additional $99 early bird Moogfest tickets to be released July 21
Moogfest organizers announce that 250 additional $99 early bird tickets will be released on Tuesday, July 21, at noon. Those interested must sign up for the festival newsletter to receive the purchase code. From the newsletter announcement: The $99 Early Bird tickets sold out fast. Much faster than we expected (20 minutes!) As loyal Moogfest […]
Two takes on the Moogfest move: A local musician responds to Moog Music’s statement
After its Tuesday, July 14 announcement that Moogfest is moving to Durham, Moog Music released a statement on Friday, clarifying its position to locals (and, likely, detractors). The statement, met with mixed reaction, does offer some insight (“The $1.5 million dollar loss was shouldered by Moog Music alone”). And to its credit, the instrument manufacturer […]
Jeff Alt presents “The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through the Great Smoky Mountains,” Aug. 15
Author Jeff Alt will discuss and sign his National Park adventure series at Malaprop’s on Saturday, Aug. 15. Alt’s new book, The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through the Great Smoky Mountains, encourages young people to explore the outdoors. Press release from event organizers: Hiking expert and author presents new Bubba Jones National Park […]