Opening, from Anam Cara—
What: Paradise Park Zoo by Savannah Reich, Directed by Erinn Hartley
When: Fridays & Saturdays, 8 p.m.(doors 7:30), Oct. 23- Nov. 7
Where: Toy Boat Community Art Space, 101 Fairview Rd., Asheville
How much: $15 in advance, $18 at the door
Press release: The animals at the zoo are very busy; experimenting with meditation, processing their relationships, honing their wilderness survival skills. None of them are talking about the cages. The cages are not important. A three-act meditation on capitalism, the radical left, and the impossible task of imagining ourselves free, Paradise Park Zoo is a truly unique and thought-provoking theatrical experience.
Performances October 24, 30, and November 6 will include talk-backs after the shows featuring panelists from the cast and production team as well as guest panelists including the playwright, Savannah Reich. There will be a brief reception after the opening night performance on October 23.
Anam Cara produces experimental theatre that empowers artists, promotes equality, challenges thinking and transforms community. We provide a safe space for artists and audiences to take risks, grow, and collaborate. For tickets and more information about Anam Cara Theatre Company, please visit www.anamcaratheatre.org, email info@anamcaratheatre.org or call 828-633-1773.
Continuing, from HART—
What: The Weir by Connor McPherson, Directed by Frances Davis
When: Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 p.m. and Sundays 3 p.m. through Nov.1
Where: Haywood Arts Regional Theatre, 250 Pigeon St., Waynesville
How much: $7-$24
Final weekend, from N.C. Stage—
What: 4,000 Miles by Amy Herzog, Directed by Charlie Flynn-McIver
When: Friday & Saturday 7:30 pm and Sunday 2:30 p.m.
Where: N.C. Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville
How much: $16-$32
Final weekend, from Montford Park Players— 
What: King Lear by William Shakespeare, Directed by Scott Keel
When: Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 2:30 p.m.
Where: Asheville Masonic Temple
How much: $15
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