Saturday, February 1 at 7 p.m.
R. Buckminster Fuller: The History (and Mystery) of the Universe
The History (and Mystery) of the Universe, a one-man play written by D.W. Jacobs from the life, work and writings of R. Buckminster Fuller, will be performed by noted actor and storyteller David Novak. Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, 56 Broadway, downtown Asheville. (828) 350-8484, or visit www.blackmountaincollege.org.
Saturday, February 1
AmiciMusic’s Wind Power
Chamber music series begins at 7:30 p.m with a special program for woodwind quintet, performed by The Apollo Winds and Daniel Weiser on piano; $15. White Horse Black Mountain, 105c Montreat Road, Black Mountain. (828) 669-0816, or visit www.whitehorseblackmountain.com.
Now through February 9
Other Desert Cities
HART’s Winter Studio Season continues with the award-winning drama Other Desert Cities. To reserve seats call HART at (828) 456-6322 or visit www.harttheatre.com. Performances are at 250 Pigeon St. in Waynesville.
HART Auditions
To Kill A Mockingbird – Auditions February 2 & 3. Opens April 25. Large cast with numerous roles for all ages. Wanda Taylor, director.
Breaking Up Is Hard To Do – Auditions March 23 & 24. Features the music of Neil Sedaka. Opens May 23. Mark Jones, director.
Professional actors at 6 p.m., community theater actors at 7 p.m. HART is a semi-professional community theater. Auditions are at the HART Theater, 250 Pigeon St. Waynesville, 28786.
Sunday, February 2
Pan Harmonia ~ World-Class Chamber Music
GeneratioNext: Young Musicians take the stage! A Bassoon Extravaganza directed by Rosalind Buda at St. Matthias Church, downtown Asheville at 3 p.m., St. Matthias Church, 1 Dundee St., downtown Asheville. Free admission; donations gratefully accepted. Become a volunteer and get into ticketed events for free. Contact Rosalind in our office. (828) 254-7123 or write to office@pan-harmonia.org. For more information on Pan Harmonia, please visit www.pan-harmonia.org.
Tuesday, February 4
WCU & ASO Concert
Western Carolina University music students and Asheville Symphony Orchestra string musicians will perform together at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and children. In the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center on the WCU campus in Cullowhee, 28723. For more information call (828) 227-7242.
February 4 through March 29
Local Flavors
New works exhibition hosted by the Haywood County Arts Council. Artist demonstrations will be held Saturdays, from 1-5 p.m. through March.
Gallery 86 is located at 86 N. Main St. in Waynesville, NC. The exhibit will run from February 4 through March 29. For more information call (828) 452-0593 or visit www.haywoodarts.org.
February 4, 11, 13, 18, 25 & 27
Black History Month Film Series
The African Americans: Many Rivers to Cross. Six different segments explore the global experiences that created the African-American people. 6:30 p.m. in UNC Asheville’s Highsmith University Union Intercultural Center. Free and open to the public. Info: msp.unca.edu or (828) 232-2417.
Thursday, February 6
Hunters of the Sky
Michael Skinner presents a program on bird-of-prey populations. Meet Freedom the American bald eagle, 2 p.m. in the Oconaluftee Multipurpose Room near Cherokee. Register by February 5. $10 for GSMA members and $35 for non-members. For more details call 1-888-898-9102, ext. 325, 222 or 254, or visit the website online at www.SmokiesInformation.org.
February 6 and 7
Yonder Mountain String Band
A The Orange Peel. Both shows feature opening act The Traveling McCourys. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. Tickets: $25 general admission / $45 two night pass.
February 6-23
Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune
A romantic comedy for grownups, written by Terrence McNally. Stars Jeff Catanese, and Cary Nichols at 35below. Thurdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut St., downtown Asheville. Call (828) 254-1320, or visit www.ashevilletheatre.org.
Friday, February 7
Blue Ridge Rollergirls Season Kick-Off Party
Celebrate their first bout of the 2014 season at Buffalo Wild Wings from 6-9 p.m. A fun night for the whole family! Door prizes, meet the team, and watch roller derby on the big screen. The season begins February 15 at the U.S. Cellular Center. For more information visit www.blueridgerollergirls.com.
Friday, February 7
In Public
Exhibit of new works by young local artists in a wide range of media. Opening reception from 6-9 p.m. Performances by AESC CPI and Páciens Trine. On display February 7 – March 8, 2014. The Asheville Area Arts Council Gallery, 346 Depot Street in Asheville’s River Arts District. (828) 258-0710, www.ashevillearts.com.
Friday, February 7
Blue Ridge Palette Impressions
Opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Exhibition of Lissa Friedman’s palette-knife-produced oil paintings of the North Carolina landscape. On display February 1-28, 2014. The Asheville Gallery of Art, 16 College Street in downtown Asheville, across from Pritchard Park. For more information, call (828) 251-5796 or visit www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com.
February 7-9
Fresh Preserves
Written by Tom Godleski, starring Morganton native Bradshaw Call, music by Buncombe Turnpike. Performances at the Folk Art Center on Friday, February 7 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, February 8 at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, February 9 at 2 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for students, and seniors. The Folk Art Center is located at Milepost 382 Blue Ridge Parkway, just off Hwy 70 in east Asheville.
February 7 through March 2
Cabaret
Performances Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday’s at 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $25 Adults, $22 Seniors/Students, $15 Children. Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut Street, downtown Asheville. For more information call (828) 254-1320 or visit www.ashevilletheatre.org.
Saturday, February 8
Sutton, Holt & Coleman
Grammy winners and Asheville favorites Bryan Sutton, David Holt and T. Michael Coleman combine their impressive talents. Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place at 8 p.m. Tickets: Regular $30, Student $25, Children 12 and under $15; Student rush day-of-show (with valid I.D.) $10. Tickets/More details at (828) 257-4530 or visit www.dwtheatre.com.
Saturday, February 8
Creepy Cute Group Show
New art from ZaPow artists inspired by the theme Creepy Cute. Live music by Thick As Thieves guitar duo. Free beer from Asheville Brewing! ZaPow is the only illustration and Pop Culture Art Gallery in the Southeast. Opening reception from 7 to 9 p.m. ZaPow, 21 Battery Park Ave., downtown Asheville. For more details visit www.zapow.net.
Saturday & Sunday, February 8 & 9
Massage Retreat
For couples and friends. Discover useful techniques for health and well-being. 10 hours of massage instruction, five vegetarian meals, hot tub and sauna. $200 per person; stay overnight for $250 per person. At the Prama Institute in Marshall. Contact Linda Pannullo to register, (828) 337-6749 or visit www.lmpmassage.com
Sunday, February 9
Beatles Tribute Band at WCU
1964: The Tribute re-creates the early music of the Beatles. 5 p.m. in the John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center at Western Carolina University. $20 for adults, $15 for WCU faculty and staff, and $5 for students and children. Call (828) 227-2479 or visit http://bardoartscenter.wcu.edu.
Asheville Community Theatre Auditions
February 10 & 12 – Attic Salt’s Women and Wallace includes a cast of five directed by Jeff Catanese. Performed in 35below April 3-19, 2014.
February 11-12 – Auditions for the southern comedy Dearly Departed. On the Mainstage April 11-27, 2014.
Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut St., Asheville. Call (828) 254-1320, or visit www.ashevilletheatre.org
Thursday, February 13
Celebrate the Arts of Henderson County
From 5:30 to 8 p.m. Performances by the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, Flat Rock Playhouse, Hendersonville Little Theatre, and many others! Blue Ridge Community College Conference Hall, 180 W. Campus Drive, Flat Rock, 28731. $10 in advance; $15 at the door. To purchase tickets drop by the Hendersonville Chamber office at 204 Kanuga Road, call (828) 692-1413, or go online to www.hendersoncountychamber.org.
Friday, February 14
Cabaret Jazz Series
“Isn’t it Romantic” with Wendy Jones, Michael Jefry Stevens, and Rich Willey. Tickets $15; music 8 p.m.; optional buffet dinner, 6:30-7:30 by Black Mountain Bistro. At the White Horse, 105c Montreat Road, Black Mountain. Details at (828) 669-0816, or visit www.whitehorseblackmountain.com
Friday, February 14
Game of Hearts
A charity event from 6-8:30 p.m. benefitting the Boys & Girls Club. A romantic dinner with wine and champagne, live music, and a silent auction. Dart to the painting by the Boys & Girls Club that captures your heart and take it home. Dinner catered by Robyn Painter of Dandelion. New works on display by Veronica Hart. $58 per person. For more details and to RSVP call (828) 595-9500 or (828) 808-3594. The Art House Gallery and Studio, 5 Highland Park Road in East Flat Rock. Visit www.arthousegalleryandstudio.com
Friday, February 14
Valentine’s Day Special
Restorative foot massage inside the Salt Cave at 6 p.m. $49 includes 25-minute foot massage and 50-minute Salt Cave Session, plus chocolates and flowers. Space is limited; call (828) 236-5999 to make a reservation. Asheville Salt Cave, 12 Eagle Street, downtown Asheville. Visit www.ashevillesaltcave.com
Friday, February 14
The Dinner Date
Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m. Cocktail attire is recommended; black tie is optional. Tickets are $150 per couple. For reservations, call (828) 252-1101 ext. 305 or email corporate@ashevillevenue.com. The Venue, 21 North Market Street, downtown Asheville. Visit www.AshevilleVenue.com.
Friday, February 14
‘The Billy Sea’ Valentines Day Celebration
Colorful rhythmic structure, beautifully crafted melodies and hypnotic grooves. Optional dinner reservations are available. Details at www.thebillysea.com. Tickets: $12 in advance / $15 at the door. 8:30 p.m. at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall, 743 Haywood Rd., Asheville. (828) 575-2737.
February 14 at 7 p.m. – RESCHEDULED for February 21
Hearts for SART
At the Asheville Masonic Temple. Tickets are $15 each, available at www.sartplays.org. Call (828) 689-1384 for more details.
Friday, February 14
Mary Cox Concert
Old time banjo playing, 7-8 pm. Free; donations welcomed. John C. Campbell Folk School, Keith House, 1 Folk School Rd, Brasstown, NC 28902. Visit www.folkschool.org
Saturday, February 15
Madison Has HEArT, a Fanciful Flea
From 10-4 p.m. at Marshall High Studios, on the Island in Marshall. For more information please visit the website at www.madisonhasheart.org.
February 15 & 23
Circle Dance with Tarleton Brooks
Cold Moon Circle Dance, Ostara Circle Dance, Blossom Moon Circle Dance, May Pole Circle Dance, Honey Moon Circle Dance and more! Classes from 4-6 p.m. Cost: $10. The Art House Gallery and Studio, 5 Highland Park Rd, East Flat Rock, 28726. For details call (828) 699-0240 or visit www.arthousegalleryandstudio.com.
Monday, February 17
Feet Water, and The Sultan’s Wife
Feet Water is an Irish folktale about a mischievous bucket of dirty water! Puppets, masks and audience participation will keep your kids laughing. The Sultan’s Wife is an adaptation of a Swahili folktale. Feet Water begins at 9:30 a.m.; The Sultan’s Wife begins at 11 a.m. Tickets to either show are $5. Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut St. Call (828) 254-1320, or visit www.ashevilletheatre.org
Friday, February 21 at 7 p.m.
Hearts for SART
At the Asheville Masonic Temple. Tickets are $15 each, available at www.sartplays.org. Call (828) 689-1384 for more details.
Friday, February 21
Dervish
Dervish’s incredible energy and its charismatic singer, Cathy Jordan, transport audiences to Ireland. Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place, 8 p.m. Tickets: Regular $30, Student $25, Children 12 and under $15; Student Rush day-of-show $10. Tickets/Info: (828) 257-4530, www.dwtheatre.com.
Saturday, February 22
Katuah Market Grand Opening
From 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Asheville’s newest natural foods grocery store boasts an extensive selection of ready-to-eat foods, and a wide selection of beer and wine. Katuah Market, 2 Hendersonville Rd. Call (828) 676-2882, or visit www.katuahmarket.com
Sunday, February 23
Jazz Ensemble Concert
University Singers and Studio 18 – Students perform under direction of Melodie Galloway at 4 p.m. in UNCA’s Lipinsky Auditorium. $5. (828) 251-6432, http://music.unca.edu.
Sunday, February 23
The Ciompi String Quartet
The Asheville Chamber Music Series (ACMS) will present The Ciompi String Quartet. 4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at the corner of Edwin Place and Charlotte Street. Individual tickets are $35 and are available at the door, first come, first served. To purchase tickets or for more information please visit www.ashevillechambermusic.org, or call Nathan Shirley at (828) 575-7427 or support@ashevillechambermusic.org.
Sunday, February 23
Serpentine Arborvitae
Wild and divine renditions of jazz classics. Bill Bares on piano, Zack Page on bass, and Justin Watt on drums. 8 p.m. at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall, 743 Haywood Rd. in west Asheville. (828) 575-2737, www.isisasheville.com.
Wednesday, February 26
Wine Dinner at the Corner Kitchen
Great atmosphere and service combined with meticulous cuisine. 7 p.m. $75 all inclusive. Call the Weinhaus for reservations at (828) 254-6453.
Friday, February 28
Italian Masterpieces
A wonderful evening in the Cork & Keg bar area. $10 for four tastings. Gourmet light fare is available from The Cheese Store of Asheville for an additional $5. From 5:30-7:30 p.m. at The Weinhaus, 86 Patton, Ave. in Asheville.
through February
Paintings by Kent Paulette
Uninhibited, energetic brush strokes are used to create portraits of musicians such as Miles Davis, Neil Young, and Devendra Banhart. On display until the end of February at Pisgah Brewing Company, 150 Eastside Dr., Black Mountain. (828) 669-0190. View online at www.KentPaulette.com.
Events at The Strand
The Strand is a boutique cinema and listening venue offering a mix of classic films, second run movies, and live music.
Annie Hall
February 7 at 7:45 p.m.
February 8 at 5 p.m. & 7:45 p.m.
Romeo & Juliet
February 14 at 7:45 p.m.; special 10:15 p.m. Valentines showing.
February 15 at 5 p.m. & 7:45 p.m.
Lincoln
February 21 at 7:45 p.m.
February 22 at 5 & 7:45 p.m.
The Muppets
February 28 at 7:45 p.m.
March 1 at 2, 5, & 7:45 p.m.
Tickets: Live music: $12 advance, $15 at the door. Movies: $6 adults, $4 children (12 and under); $3 for all 2 p.m. matinees.
Call to Artists – The Strand at 38 Main is currently looking for artists to be featured in the lounge/ concession area at The Strand at 38 Main.
If interested, please send your name, description of your work, photos, and a brief bio to Megan at info@38main.com.
The Strand, 38 N. Main Street, Downtown Waynesville
(828) 283-0079, www.38main.com
Saturday, March 1
The OpenDoors of Asheville Art Affair 2014 “One Night in New Orleans”
At The Venue, 21 North Market Street in downtown Asheville. A VIP pre-party and auction preview begins at 6 p.m. The main event starts at 7 p.m. For more details please visit www.opendoorsasheville.org.
Appalachian Studies
Deadline: March 10
Catch the Spirit of Appalachia is offering four $500 scholarships to seniors in western NC counties. Those with interests in traditional music, crafts, visual arts, writing and history, or volunteerism and leadership, are encouraged to apply. For more information, call (828) 631-4587, or visit www.spiritofappalachia.org.
Call for Artists
Deadline: April 1, 2014
The Hickory Downtown Development Association is seeking artists interested in participating in the Downtown Hickory Art Crawl on Thursday, May 15, 2014. This is a juried show with artists selected by a committee. For an application, call (828) 322-1121, or email Barbara at blsinclair1@bellsouth.net, or Connie at info@downtownhickory.com. Visit www.downtownhickory.com.