Now through March 18, 2012
Love Child
Performances Wednesday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $17-$29 based on day of the week. For details visit www.ncstage.org or call (828) 239-0263.
March 1-10
All You Can Eat LYLAS
Thursday through Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. March 1-10 and March 3, 9, and 10 at 10 p.m. Tickets: $15 Thursday nights, $12 Friday and Saturday nights.Tickets are available in advance at www.themagneticfield.com or by calling (828) 257-4003. Purchasing tickets in advance is strongly recommended.The Magnetic Field, 372 Depot Street, in Asheville’s River Arts District.
Saturday, March 3
Christopher O’Riley
Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place at 8 p.m. To obtain more information or to purchase tickets (Regular $30; Student $25; Child $12), call the theatre’s box office at (828) 257-4530 or visit www.dwtheatre.com. Student Rush tickets ($10 for students with valid I.D.) are sold the day of the show, based on availability.
Thursday, March 1
Artistic Diversity in Fiber
A new exhibition showcasing quilting, knitting, doll-making, and other fiber arts, opens at Blowers Gallery in UNC Asheville’s Ramsey Library. The exhibition is free and open to the public and will remain on view through March 30. An opening reception will be held from 6-8 p.m. in the gallery.
The exhibition features the work of members of the Fiber Arts Alliance, which is affiliated with the Asheville Quilt Guild. These artists work in many types of fibers and their creations take many forms, ranging from the traditional to the innovative, flat and three-dimensional. For more information, call (828) 251-6436.
Friday, March 2
Artists of Constance Williams Gallery
Mixed-media. Reception from 6-8 p.m. On display at the Mesh Gallery through April 13, 2012. 114-B W. Union St., Morganton, NC. (828) 437-1957. Free. 10% proceeds to Options.
Friday, March 2
Cecil Clemons
An opening reception for the Asheville Gallery of Art’s featured artist will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The exhibition, “Three,” will feature passionate, colorful, non-representational paintings inspired by Central American native traditional clothing. On display through March 31, 2012 at 16 College Street. For more information, call (828) 251-5796 or visit www.ashevillegallery-of-art.com.
Sunday & Monday March 4 & 5
Auditions for “Look Homeward Angel”
The Haywood Arts Regional Theatre will hold auditions for its spring production of the Thomas Wolfe classic Look Homeward Angel at 6:30 p.m. Directed by Steve Lloyd. The play opens April 27 for a two week run and has nineteen roles for men and women of various ages. The lead is a young teenager. Anyone interested in working production should stop by. Auditions will be held in the Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, 250 Pigeon St. in Waynesville. For more information go to www.harttheatre.com
Monday, March 5
Celebrating Women’s History Month
The Asheville-Buncombe League of Women Voters will present a one-woman show at NC Stage Company honoring Frances Perkins. Perkins was the first woman to serve in a Cabinet, a fighter for women’s rights, and FDR’s Secretary of Labor. The venue will open at 6 p.m. with a cash bar and snacks. Show from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $19.50, $10 for students. Reserve tickets at www.ncstage.org or by calling (828) 239-0263.
March 5 & 6
Contemporary Art and Women Artists
Eleanor Heartney, distinguished art critic, editor, and author will give two lively presentations about art and the contemporary artist’s role in society.
Tales of Plastic Surgery, Genetically Altered Rabbits, and Other Acts of Art, will take place Monday, March 5 at 5 p.m. in Western Carolina University’s Bardo Art Center, Room 130. On Tuesday, March 6 at 7:30 p.m. Heartney will present Out of the Shadows: the Changing Place of Women Artists in Our Times at the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, 56 Broadway, Asheville, NC.
Thursday, March 8
Haywood Community Band
Band rehearsals are held at Grace In The Mountains Episcopal Church, 394 Haywood Street in Waynesville. The first rehearsal will take place Thursday, March 8 at 7 p.m., and will last until 8:30 p.m. Anyone interested in joining the band should call Rhonda (828) 456-4880. Visit www.haywoodcommunityband.org
Thursday, March 8
Odyssey Community School Open House
From 5:30-7 p.m. meet the teachers, administrators, and tour the beautiful, six-acre campus. Learn more about an integral education for pre-k through high school, and its relevance to your child’s future. 80 Zillicoa Street, Asheville, NC, 28801. For more information visit www.odysseycommunity.org or call (828) 259-3653
Friday, March 9 & Saturday, March 10
Danny Ellis, 800 Voices
The Mainstage Special Attractions Series, Friday, March 9 at 8 p.m. An Irishman in America on Saturday, March 10 at 8 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets (Regular $30; Student $25; Children $12), call the theatre’s box office at (828) 257-4530 or visit www.dwtheatre.com. Student Rush tickets ($10 for students with valid I.D.) are sold the day of the show, based on availability.
Saturday, March 10
Daughters of the American Revolution
Reading and book signing event from 1-2:30 p.m. Courageous Kate and Fearless Martha written by Shelia Ingle and illustrated by John Ingle. John and Shelia Ingle will dress in colonial period clothing and display toys of the period. Enjoy red and white mints, apple cider, ginger snaps, and exciting stories from another era. At Grateful Steps Publishing House & Bookshop, 159 S. Lexington Ave., Asheville. Phone (828) 277-0998, visit www.gratefulsteps.com.
Saturday, March 10
The Broadcast CD Release Party
With Antique Firearms 8 p.m., $10, all ages show at The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave., Asheville. (828) 232-5800 or www.thegreyeagle.com.
Sunday, March 11
Emerging Artists Exhibit
The Black Mountain Center for the Arts, located in the old City Hall at 225 W. State Street, hosts a gallery show featuring the works of students who take visual arts classes at the Center. Opening Reception from 3-4 p.m. On display through April 5, 2012. For more information call (828) 669-0930 or visit www.BlackMountainArts.org.
Monday, March 12
Club Bellydance
The Bellydance Superstars and the Asheville All-Stars in an exciting performance. Featuring dancers Lauren, Sabah, Moria, Sabrina, and Stefanya. Doors open 7 p.m. Show time 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20 adv., $25 day of show. The Altamont, 18 Church St., Asheville, NC. (828) 348-5327, or www.myaltamont.com.
March 13 & 14
Diavolo Dance Theater
Tuesday & Wednesday at 8 p.m. Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place. To obtain more information or to purchase tickets (Regular $45; Student $40; Child $12), call the theatre’s box office at (828) 257-4530 or visit www.dwtheatre.com. Student Rush tickets ($10 for students with valid I.D.) are sold the day of the show, based on availability.
Tuesday, March 13
Auditions for Over the River and Through the Woods
Readers Theatre Showcase production. Auditions from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Directed by Thelma Cousins. Roles available for 3 men and 3 women. All roles at ACT are open to anyone in the community. No experience is necessary to audition. All audition material is provided and will be available at the auditions. Performances Friday, March 30 and Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 35below at Asheville Community Theatre; Sunday, April 1 at the Reuter Center on the UNCA campus. All performances are at 2:30 p.m. and all tickets are $5.
For more information please visit the Asheville Community Theatre web site at www.ashevilletheatre.org.
Friday, March 16
i mag i na tion
Odyssey Gallery hosts a ceramic show featuring Jan Cothran, Paul Frehe and Tisha Cook. Opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. On display through Friday, May 4, 2012. Odyssey Center is in the ever-growing River Arts District, at 238 Clingman Avenue, two doors up from the Clingman Café.
Saturday, March 17
Brahms – featuring saxophonist Douglas O’Connor
The Asheville Symphony Orchestra continues its 51st season at 8 p.m. at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in downtown Asheville. The concert will consist of music by Rossini, Glazunov, Piazzolla, and Brahms conducted by music director Daniel Meyer, and featuring saxophone soloist Douglas O’Connor. Tickets are available through the Symphony office or the Asheville Civic Center box office, and range in price from $55 to $20 (with discounts available for students). Visit www.ashevillesymphony.org or call (828) 254-7046 for more information.
Sunday, March 18
Bill Gerhardt Jazz Trio
Hendersonville Chamber Music presents the exciting Bill Gerhardt Jazz Trio at 3 p.m. For fans of traditional jazz, it’s an afternoon you won’t want to miss. A modern jazz icon, pianist, arranger and Down Beat Magazine award winner, Bill Gerhardt will be performing with Mike Holstein on bass, and Justin Watt on drums. At Hendersonville’s First Congregational Church, on the corner of Fifth Avenue and White Pine. Tickets are $17, available at Hendersonville Visitors Center or at the door on the day of the performance. For details visit www.hendersonvillechambermusic.org.
Tuesday, March 20
The Little Girl Who Loves to Twirl – Booksigning
JeanAnn Taylor’s book signing event and fundraiser takes place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Special performance by the Asheville Ballet Conservatory. Held at The Hop, 640 Merrimon Ave., Asheville. Call (828) 277-0998 for more details, or visit www.gratefulsteps.com.
Thursday, March 22
Sagapool
Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place at 8 p.m. To obtain more information or to purchase tickets (Regular $30; Student $25; Child $12), call the theatre’s box office at (828) 257-4530 or visit www.dwtheatre.com. $10 tickets for students with valid I.D. sold on the day of the show, based on availability.
March 22-31
Tartuffe
Theatre UNCA will stage Molière’s 1664 satiric comedy, with seven performances in the university’s Carol Belk Theatre. “Tartuffe” is the story of a con man pretending to be a religious figure, and the family he tricks. Performances at 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, with a 2 p.m. performance on Sunday, March 25. Tickets are $10; $8 for seniors, and $5 for students. Tickets available online, at the box office one hour before curtain, or by calling (828) 232-2291. For details visit drama.unca.edu.
Friday, March 23 at 8 p.m.
Robin Bullock CD Release Concert
A special concert celebrating the release of Robin’s new CD, Majesty and Magic. Robin’s virtuosity on guitar, cittern and mandolin blends the ancient melodies of the Celtic lands into one powerful musical vision. Tickets $15. White Horse, 105C Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711. For more information call (828) 669-0816 or visit www.whitehorseblackmountain.com.
Deadline: March 24, 2012
Appalachian Pastel Society Juried Show
Pastel artists: “On Common Ground: From the Mountains to the Sea” 2012 Statewide Pastel Exhibition, June 1-30 in Raleigh, NC. For prospectus, visit www.pastelsocietyofnc.com
Sunday, March 25
Asheville Community Band
Spring Concert begins at 3 p.m. in the Auditorium of Asheville High School on McDowell Street. Admission is $8. Students admitted free. Scholarships will be awarded to college students who are majoring in Music Education. Call (828) 254-2234 for information.
March 29 – April 1
A Dream of Camelot
At the downtown Asheville Masonic Lodge, Thurs., March 29 – Sun. April 1. Shows are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 29, 30, and 31, and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 1. General admission tickets are available in advance for $20 at (828) 658-9604, at www.ADreamofCamelot.com, and at the door for $25. Tickets for the special preview on Thursday, March 29 are $15.
Friday & Saturday, March 30 & 31
Keigwin + Company
A knock-out fusion of pop culture and high art. Mainstage Dance Series, Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place, 8 p.m. Regular $35; Student $30. This performance is unsuitable for children. Student Rush day-of-the-show (with valid I.D.) $10. Tickets/Info: (828) 257-4530 or at www.dwtheatre.com.
Saturday, March 31
Language Is Music
Artist reception from 5-7 p.m. Stephen R. Ham original monoprints installation, “Language Is Music, A Revealing of the Human Soul,” at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park, through April 9, 2012. Free and open to the public.
Saturday March 31
“Kolorz” – a Motion Sculpture Movement Installation
From 3 to 9 p.m. Barratt will also be teaching a series of Motion Sculpture movement workshops on the following Sundays through the month of March: 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th. At the Artery – Asheville Area Arts Council, 346 Depot St., River Arts District. $10 suggested donation.
April 1
Palm Sunday Luncheon
The Greek Ladies Philoptochos of the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church will hold their Annual Palm Sunday Luncheon on from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The take out line will open at 10:30 a.m. There will be a variety of Greek dishes such as Pastichio, Spanakopita, Meat balls, and Baked Chicken oreganato served Cafereria style. Prices range from $1 to $12. Place an order at (828) 253-3754 between 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday-Friday and (828) 254-4754 on the day of the luncheon. There will also be Greek folk dancing performed by our youth Dance Troup. At the Hellenic Center, 227 Cumberland Ave. in Historic Montford.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
{Re}Happening
For more information or to purchase tickets for the event visit Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, 56 Broadway, Asheville, phone (828) 350-8484, or send an email to bmcmac@bellsouth.net.
Saturday, April 7
Appalachian Pastel Society Spring Show
Opening reception 4-6 p.m. On display March 30 through April 30, 2012 at 310 Art Gallery, Riverview Station, 191 Lyman St. #310, Asheville. Hosted by gallery founder, Fleta Monaghan. For information go to www.appalachianpastelsociety.org, or contact Fleta Monaghan at (828) 776-2716.
Oktoberfest Arts and Crafts Applications
Hickory’s Oktoberfest 2012 is now accepting applications for Arts and Crafts vendors. Celebrating its 27th year, this annual festival will be held October 12, 13, and 14, 2012 in Downtown Hickory, NC. Estimated attendance is more than 100,000 for the three day event. Oktoberfest’s Arts and Crafts show is a juried event, with prizes given for the top three artisans. Early registration (postmarked by August 1, 2012) is $100. Regular registration is $150. Electricity is available for an additional $25.
Applications are available on line at www.hickoryoktoberfest.com.
Creatures Cafe
Friday, March 2 – Sarah and the Secrets and Flesh and Stones
Saturday, March 3 – Matt Chancy and Rather to be Chosen
Friday, March 9 – Harvest and international star Nate Tasker with five #1 Christian music hits in Australia, and one #1 in the UK.
Friday, March 16 – Tyler Herring and Same Ol’ Sound
Saturday, March 17 – Michael McFarland and Arms of Mercy
Friday, March 23 – Sarah and the Secrets and Shield of Salvation
Creatures Cafe,
81 Patton Ave., Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 254-3636
www.creaturescafe.com
National Writing Contests
The Writers’ Workshop of Asheville, NC, is sponsoring the following contests. Any writer may enter, regardless of residence or experience. The awards for all contests are:
– 1st Place: Your choice of a 3 night stay at The Mountain Muse B&B in Asheville; or 3 free workshops (online or in person); or 100 pages line-edited and revised by our editorial staff.
– 2nd Place: 2 night stay at the B&B; or 2 free workshops; or 50 pages line-edited and revised by our editorial staff.
– 3
rd Place: One free workshop, or 25 pages line-edited and revised by our editorial staff.
In addition, ten Honorable Mentions will also be given.
23rd Annual Poetry Contest — Deadline: Postmarked by
March 30, 2012
Hard Times Writing Contest — Deadline: Postmarked by
June 30, 2012
For guidelines and more details visit www.twwoa.org
UNC-A Student Performances
Admission is $5 at the door for each performance, with students and children free.
March 15 – Jazz Combos Concert under the direction of William Bares and Brian Felix. 7:30 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium.
March 18 – Chamber Music Concert – performances include the String Quartet and Brass Quintet. 4 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium.
March 25 – University Singers Concert under the direction of Melodie Galloway. 4 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium.
April 15 – Wind Ensemble & Symphony Concert under the direction of Milton Crotts. 4 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium.
April 17 – Contemporary Music Concert – 20th and 21st century music as well as student compositions. 7:30 p.m., Lipinsky Auditorium.
For more information, call the Music Department at (828) 251-6423 or visit music.unca.edu.
Painting and Playing in Italy
May 19 – 27
The Fine Arts League of the Carolinas is once again pleased to return to Italy with a trip to Tuscany between May 19 through May 27. Based in Lucignano, a small Medieval hill town located south of Florence, our guests will comfortably lodge just outside the town walls in old world Villas with kitchens, modern rooms with baths, and a swimming pool.
Lucignano is centrally located in the heart of the Chianti region. Guests simply have to open their door and step out each morning to draw or paint the Tuscan landscape surrounded by Olive Groves and overlooking Cortona.
A member of The Fine Arts League staff will lead a daytrip to one of the surrounding towns to draw, paint or sightsee. Morning drawing and painting will be led by Fine Arts League instructors John Dempsey and Christopher Holt. Afternoon drawing or painting sessions with founder Ben Long.
For more information, please contact the Fine Arts League of the Carolinas at (828) 252-5050, or visit www.fineartsleague.org.
John Mac Kah Classes
Instructor, Core Program through April 20, 2012. Fine Arts League of the Carolinas, Asheville, NC. (828) 225 5050. Visit www.fineartsleague.org for more information.
Study Abroad Program
June 1-30 – Tuscany Italy: Paint and Play in Italy. Register by April 1 for discount. Open Registration deadline: May 11, 2012. Classes by Ben Long, Christopher Holt, and John Mac Kah. Art History excursions to Florence, Rome
Summer 2012: Master/Apprentice Program – Landscape Painting Intensive, Asheville
July 9 – August 10 – Five week intensive Summer Session: Register by May 11 to receive discount. Open Registration deadline: June 29, 2012. John Mac Kah, Instructor.
John Mac Kah Classes,
122 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 225-5000 www.johnmackah.com,
mail@jmackah.com