Virtual reality
Volume
23
/ Issue 24
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Greg Benge (Illustration)
Local colleges have responded to an influx of young people eager to learn the skills to create the next video game phenomenon. But once they’ve acquired those skills, students face the challenge of finding local opportunities to use them.
arts
Spaceman Jones and Chachillie release a collaborative EP
The soul-searching and beat-savvy four-song collection came out of four- or five-day writing and recording session. Spaceman Jones and Chachillie perform a show at The Odditorium on Saturday, Jan. 21.Reed Turchi comes home to celebrate his new solo album, ‘Tallahatchie’
Turchi headed back to his roots, recording Tallahatchie, a solo record in the truest sense of the word. “The only sort of natural and right thing to do musically —…‘The Great American Strip-Off!’ comes to The Magnetic Theatre
"I've gathered together contestants from the burlesque, dance and comedy world in Asheville to compete against each other in what I hope to be a sexy, silly competition," Kathleen Hahn…Elizabeth Porritt Carrington shows landscape paintings at the F.W. Gallery
Artist Elizabeth Porritt Carrington speaks of the powerful influence of grief on her journey as an artist.Smart bets: Jane Kramer
The soulful Americana songstress plays with Old Man Luedecke at The Grey Eagle on Saturday, Jan. 7.Smart bets: The Musical of Musicals
It’s a romping, riotous 90-minute staging for all ages, rife with puns and subtle references to other famed Broadway shows. Performances will take place at 35below on Fridays and Saturdays,…Conscious party: Musicians and students pair up for ACLU benefit
In addition to performances by The Moon and You and Rob Nance and the Lost Souls, an upcoming benefit for the ACLU will include three literary readings by A.C. Reynolds…food
North Carolina wines hold up to international competition at blind judging
A recent blind tasting organized by the French Broad Vignerons proved that North Carolina wines are on par with similar vintages from Napa Valley, France and Spain.Carolina Beer Guy: Asheville Winter Warmer hits the 10-year mark
Since its debut a decade ago, Winter Warmer has established itself as one of the foremost beer festivals in Western North Carolina. And with its focus on sturdy, warming brews,…Small bites: A wintry feast at Buxton Hall Barbecue
Gluttony reigns supreme at Champlain, Buxton Hall's latest pop-up event. Also, Mike Ferrari leads cooking classes at The Farm, Fletcher hosts its 16th annual chili cook-off, Ask Hendersonville offers a…living
Hidden face of postpartum depression
Affecting more than 600,000 women each year, postpartum depression is veiled by stigma and taboo that have only just begun to be lifted, according to local medical providers.movies
Screen scene: Local film news
“Moonlight” wins SEFCA’s Best Film of 2016 award and the submission deadline approaches for Twin Rivers Media Festival.news
Reality check: WNC video game designers face exciting, uncertain prospects
With game design education programs on the rise at local community colleges and UNC Asheville, and with technical innovations like increased bandwidth and virtual reality on the horizon, could this…Local businesses struggle to regroup after wildfires
“We’re suffering greatly,” says Kim Cason, who owns and operates The Esmeralda Inn & Restaurant in Chimney Rock with her husband, Don Cason. During Veterans Day weekend last year, the…opinion
Letter writer: Quote could be misconstrued
"The reason I think your decision was poor is that, presented as it is, in direct quotes, it can be easily misconstrued by those with hate in their hearts ...…Letter writer: City’s curb cuts improve safety
"And although it might not seem significant, indeed it is! It means we as a city are deciding to invest in our fellow Ashevilleans’ safety and peace of mind."Letter writer: Health articles need more rigorous approach
"An open mind is important but must be balanced with healthy skepticism and critical thinking."Easing ADU limits will boost long-term rental stock
"Building ADUs to rent to tourists will ultimately increase the city’s long-term housing stock at no cost to taxpayers."