Rhythmic Circus Performs at Asheville's Diana Wortham Theatre

March 31 and April 1, 2016, 8:00 PM at Diana Wortham Theatre, 2 South Park Square in downtown Asheville NC -  Rhythmic Circus. One of the biggest shows at the theatre this season: amazing percussive dance with a big brass band. Fun for all ages.

From a percussive chair routine (think STOMP) to the stripped down “Dream Song,” Rhythmic Circus's awarding-winning show Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! is a genre-hopping hour-and-a-half of rock, blues, soul and funk.

The rapid-fire tap, the funky styling and original lyrics of a six-piece band with a big, brassy sound, and a vocal percussionist all come together in this show that will have you tapping your feet and dancing in your seat. Don't miss it!

Adding to the fun is the annual Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Fund Raffle during both evenings of the Rhythmic Circus performances. Win art, jewelry, travel packages, and more while supporting children through DWT's Y.E.S. Fund. 6:30 p.m. through intermission each evening. $5 per ticket, 5 tickets for $20. Bring your cash and win.

photo courtesy Diana Wortham Theatre

Upcoming Events at The Diana Wortham Theatre

March 18, 2016 - Color Me Goodwill. A fast-paced, head-turning show fusing fashion, food and art for a mission. Cocktail reception at 6 PM prior to the 7 PM show.

March 20, 2016 - An Evening with Travis Tritt presented by NS Productions, Inc.   Enjoy a special evening with the CMA and Grammy award-winning country artist.

March 25, 2016 - Dervish    One of the most popular returning Celtic artists, Dervish has established itself as a forerunner in the traditional music world for more than two decades.

The Diana Wortham Theatre offers a variety of professional and award-winning performances year around. The Theatre is located at 2 South Pack Square in downtown Asheville NC.

Asheville Valentine's Day Events: Aurlo Guthrie Performs at Diana Wortham Theatre

February 13 - 14, 2015   Aurlo Guthrie: Alice's Restaurant 50th Anniversary Tour   As part of an international tour, Arlo Guthrie brings The Alice’s Restaurant Massacree, in its entirety, along with other Guthrie favorites to the Mainstage Music Series at the Diana Wortham Theatre. 

The Diana Wortham Theatre is located at 2 S Pack Square in downtown Asheville NC.  

Asheville Cinema Festival this Weekend

November 6 - 9, 2014   Asheville Cinema Festival   The 4th annual festival with 40 films including a mix of feature-length movies and shorts. Downtown Asheville viewing venues are the Asheville Community Theatre and the Masonic Temple theater. 

Opening Night Film Thursday Screening: “The Imitation Game” - $25 (Price includes the after party located at the Century Room of Pack’s Tavern where you will receive complimentary appetizers and a cash bar and Previews of the slate of films with be shown) Additionally, there will be a stand up performance by Tom DiMenna, one of the filmmakers whose film, “Bologna Warrior” is included in the line-up. 

Closing Night Film: Sunday Screening “The Face of Love” - $10. All other screening tickets are $8, $5 for students. VIP passes available.

Find links for Asheville hotels, vacation rentals and attractions on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.  

Jammin’ on the Porche at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial

November 15, 12 - 2:00 PM  at the  Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site  52 North Market Street in downtown Asheville NC  -  Carol Rifkin, bluegrass and early country musician and host of “This Old Porch” on WNCW Radio, will be Jammin’ at the Memorial. Come join in with your own instrument or voice, or just your enjoyment of listening.

Funny Business at the Millroom features Mike Lawence and Asheville Brews

November 1     Funny Business at the Millroom: Mike Lawence    Michael Lawrence just appeared on Comedy Central's At Midnight, as well as 2 other appearances on Comedy Central and Conan. This will be a high-quality show and a fun night out. It includes the great beer from Asheville Brewing company and professional stand-up comedy. Come out, laugh, enjoy yourself and feel good.

The The Millroom is located at 66 Asheland Avenue
in downtown Asheville NC

Diavolo Dance Theater Returns to Asheville - Get your Tickets NOW!

October 8-9, 8 PM at the Diana Wortham Theatre  Diavolo Dance Theater  returns by popular demand.  With a wizardry all its own, internationally renowned modern acrobatic dance company Diavolo Dance Theater incorporates thrilling stunts with incredible interactive props in its one-of-a-kind performances. Gasp out loud at the performers' sense of daring in this eye-popping, jaw-dropping presentation.

This renowned company includes dancers, gymnasts and actors who redefine dance with their magnificent sets, daring feats and dramatic movement which make their audiences gasp aloud. Students will enjoy a "meet the dancers" session, a discussion of trust and teamwork, and a Question and Answer period. There is also an opportunity for some students to come on stage and work with the dancers.

Individual Tickets: $8;  Groups of 11 or more: $7 (1 free teacher ticket per every 10 students)

Asheville's Downtown After Five

August 16     Downtown After Five   From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM on North Lexington Ave. (between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass) enjoy live music by The Revivalists and Lyric. The Revivalists are the next breakout band from the music capital of New Orleans. The group’s blend of soulful, syncopated rock and earnest songwriting comes to life through a meticulously crafted and ever-evolving live performance. 

Alcohol will be available with local brews from Highland Brewing Company, Pisgah Brewing, Asheville Brewing Company and French Broad Brewing Company. Plus, regional favorites Sierra Nevada and SweetWater Brewing as well as national brands from Budweiser of Asheville and Empire Distributing will be on tap. Wine and water will also be available for purchase.along with sandwiches to pizza to ice cream or tacos. 

Downtown After 5 is a "green" event, committed to reducing its impact on the environment featuring a solar-powered stage, complimentary bike corral, compostable food and beverage containers, and staffed recycling and compost bins.

Final Asheville Downtown After 5 for the Season

September 21    Downtown After 5  The Asheville Downtown Association brings together some of the best musicians in the area and throughout the Southeast. This is the final concert in the popular summer season event. The Black Lillies following local opener The Buchanan Boys will perform. 

Refreshments are readily available including local brews from Highland Brewing Company, Pisgah Brewing, Asheville Brewing Company and French Broad Brewing Company. Plus, regional favorites Sierra Nevada, SweetWater Brewing and Magic Hat Brewing as well as national brands from Budweiser and Empire Distributing will be on tap. Wine and water are also available.  

Downtown After 5 features a solar-powered stage, complimentary bike corral, compostable food and beverage containers, and staffed recycling and compost bins. Since implementing its greening initiative, the event has reduced the number of bags headed to the landfill to just a handful.

Palenque Rojo at Diana Wortham Theatre this Weekend

September 8-9     Palenque Rojo  performs at Diana Wortham Theatre   A unique historical and theatrical experience featuring  choreography and a cast of 20 actors directed by Hernan Galindo (multiple national prized play writer), elaborately costumed by Javier Alarcon (credits include "Dances with Wolves" and "The Last of the Mohicans") and with a musical score based on actual pre-hispanic instruments played live.

Shindig on the Green this Saturday

August 18  Shindig on the Green     Held outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, this FREE event  was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your lawn chair or blanket, family and friends and join the fun eight summer Saturdays.

Get more Asheville events and attractions on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.

Downtown After 5 This Friday

August 17   Downtown After 5   The Asheville Downtown Association brings together some of the best musicians in the area and throughout the Southeast. The concert series features biodegradable food and beverage containers, staffed compost and recycling stations, a solar-powered main stage and a complimentary bike corral.

Laugh Your Asheville OFF this week

August 14-18:   6th Annual Laugh Your Asheville OFF  One of the largest and most respected stand-up comedy events in the country. The event attracts top comedy producers and representatives that will be in attendance to scout the hottest new comedic talent.

This year over 60 comedians perform in 9 shows for Asheville's biggest ever comedy event. The Laugh Your Asheville Off Comedy Festival is the countries leading non competitive format stand up comedy festival. The philosophy of the festival is to provide the talent with an amazing stage, great audience and an opportunity to deliver.  The goal for performers is to achieve what the festival calls a "Stand out Stand up".

Asheville Design Center Hosts Kickin' it old School Fundraiser

June 21, 6-9 PM   The Asheville Affiliates and Asheville Design Center invite you to "Kickin' it Old School"  at Celine and Company's On Broadway. This event is the largest fundraiser to date for the Asheville Design Center and is hosted by the Asheville Affiliates and sponsored by Charlotte Street Computers.

The Asheville Design Center is a nonprofit agency dedicated to engaging citizens in creative design that promotes healthy, thriving and equitable communities. Proceeds from the event will go towards ADC’s Klondyke Playground project. With the help of volunteer designers this summer, ADC volunteers will design and build a new playground for the over 200 children who live there.  Located at the end of Montford Avenue, the Klondyke Apartments currently lacks a safe place for children to play.  Working with Klondyke residents through all phases of the process, ADC’s volunteer professionals will design and build a new space that encourages a sense of ownership, respect and pride for the neighborhood.

At “Kickin’ it Old School!” there will be an amazing array of entertainment, food and drinks guaranteed to last all night. Come dressed in your favorite 80’s and 90’s fashions and dance the night away to the old school sounds of DJ Marley Carroll. Food from Mark Rosenstein’s kitchen ready GO program includes an all you can eat Tot’s bar with sauces from Crooked Condiments. Catawba Brewing will provide the kegs, with wine from Skyland Distributing. There will also be a raffle.

Tickets are only $25 if you RSVP in advance via the Asheville Affiliates Facebook event page or $30 at the door, if tickets remain. “On Broadway” is located downtown at 49 Broadway Street.

Asheville's Downtown after 5 Features Space Capone

June 15 from 5-9 PM   Downtown After 5 The Asheville Downtown Association brings together some of the best musicians in the area and throughout the Southeast. This Friday Space Capone and The Secret B-sides will perform.

Inspired by 70’s funk, soul and R&B, Space Capone blends horns, electronics and a tight rhythm section to bring a modern twist to their music. The band’s energy and stage presence are sure to whip the crowd into a dancing frenzy. Asheville locals, The Secret B-Sides, mix old and new-school funk and R&B, making them a perfect opener for Space Capone.

To purchase alcohol attendees will need to show a valid picture ID and buy a $2 wristband. Proceeds from wristband sales for June’s event support Katy’s Kids. Katy's Kids works with MANNA FoodBank to provide in-need schoolchildren a backpack of food to take home for the weekend.

Find more Asheville events, festivals and information on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide

Today's Featured Event: 9th Annual Monford Music and Arts Festival

May 19  - Rain or Shine, Head for the 9th Annual Monford Music and Arts Festival  today in downtwon Asheville NC. This is the largest one-day FREE music and arts festival in WNC. The event is held on two streets- Montford and Soco- with over 100 vendors of art, crafts, plants and food.

Two stages offer non stop entertainment from 20 groups and a children’s area. Located down from Asheville Visitors Center in Historic Montford with on street parking and bike corral.

Find additional local information on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.

Asheville's Downtown After 5 This Friday

May 18   Downtown After 5   Free live music entertainment in downtown Asheville every third Friday, May through September, with the goal of encouraging locals and visitors to enjoy downtown Asheville and support local businesses and entertainers. Location on North Lexington Avenue (between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass). Food and beer vendors available.

Get more Asheville information on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide