LEAF Features Sheila E., World Drumming Day

The LEAF Global Arts Festival’s nearly 30-year tradition of thundering percussion takes center stage as the epicenter of its first-ever World Drum Day, and with funk-rock star Sheila E. as the main headliner.

Discover the Artistic Revolution of France at Columbia Museum

The Columbia Museum of Art will host the exhibition "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950," featuring over 50 works from renowned French artists, from October 5, 2024, to January 5, 2025, showcasing key movements like Impressionism and Cubism, alongside special events including a music performance and a lecture by curator Lisa Small.

Arms & the Man: An Un-Romantic Comedy

George Bernard Shaw's comedy Arms & the Man will be staged outdoors in Tryon, October 3-6.

Get Ready to Laugh: The Asheville Improv Festival Returns

The Asheville Improv Festival 2024, from October 9 to 12, features over 35 improv teams, headliners like Mick Napier, and inclusive workshops, celebrating unscripted comedy and community spirit.

New Youth Programs in Hendersonville Encourage Musical Growth

The Hendersonville Symphony Youth Orchestra has launched new programs, including the HSYO Sonata and Allegro Ensembles for young musicians, providing valuable coaching and performance opportunities, while the Hendersonville Symphony Children's Chorus offers vocal instruction for children grades 2 and up, all under the guidance of experienced conductors, as the symphony season features exciting concerts and events throughout the year.

Asheville Theater Alliance Launches, Ushering New Era for Local Theater

The Asheville Theater Alliance officially launched on August 28th, celebrating nearly a decade of support for local theater companies and aiming to enhance the vibrant arts scene in Western North Carolina through collaboration and community engagement.

J.C. Superstar is a Super Smash

Jesus Christ Superstar is a brisk menagerie of soulfully powerful and tender vocals, lively and funky R&B tunes of Andrew Lloyd Webber, energetic in-sync ensemble dancing, and lively characterizations.

Earl Scruggs Music Festival Returns to Tryon International Equestrian Center

The Earl Scruggs Music Festival returns for its third annual celebration over Labor Day Weekend at the Tryon International Equestrian Center, featuring a diverse lineup of Bluegrass and Americana music, family-friendly activities, and stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

The Laramie Project: A Timeless Call for Compassion and Change

"The Laramie Project," directed by Catherine Gillet, will take the stage at the Tryon Fine Arts Center on September 13th, presenting a poignant exploration of love, hate, and community through verbatim theater that recounts the tragic murder of Matthew Shepard and its lasting impact, encouraging audiences to engage in vital conversations about tolerance and social change.

‘Ordinary Days’ at Parkway Playhouse

The Parkway Playhouse's production of "Ordinary Days" explores the importance of chance connections, especially in the Big Apple.