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Critically acclaimed contemporary ballet takes the stage in a polished downtown performing arts theater for Terpsicorps’ 23rd season. Expect an evening curated for contemplation, inspiration, and joy through modern movement and theatrical staging.
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Contemporary ballet from Asheville’s Terpsicorps blends athletic technique and expressive choreography in a curated evening aimed at contemplation, inspiration, and joy. A polished stage production in a downtown performing arts theater.
Contemporary ballet from Asheville’s Terpsicorps blends athletic technique and expressive choreography in a curated evening aimed at contemplation, inspiration, and joy. A polished stage production in a downtown performing arts theater.
Contemporary ballet from Asheville’s Terpsicorps blends athletic technique and expressive choreography in a curated evening aimed at contemplation, inspiration, and joy. A polished stage production in a downtown performing arts theater.
Contemporary ballet fills the Diana Wortham Theatre with new work and celebrated repertory exploring resilience, reflection, and joy. Highlights include Heather Maloy’s world premiere “Coming Up for Air,” inspired by laughter and connection amid hard times.
Contemporary ballet fills the Diana Wortham Theatre with new work and celebrated repertory exploring resilience, reflection, and joy. Highlights include Heather Maloy’s world premiere “Coming Up for Air,” inspired by laughter and connection amid hard times.
Contemporary ballet fills the Diana Wortham Theatre with new work and celebrated repertory exploring resilience, reflection, and joy. Highlights include Heather Maloy’s world premiere “Coming Up for Air,” inspired by laughter and connection amid hard times.
Intense contemporary dance-theater blending humor, absurdity, and pathos across twelve vivid vignettes; includes Heather Maloy's world premiere plus revivals of Maloy’s Hunger and Salvatore Aiello’s Clowns and Others, performed by Terpsicorps.
Intense contemporary dance-theater blending humor, absurdity, and pathos across twelve vivid vignettes; includes Heather Maloy's world premiere plus revivals of Maloy’s Hunger and Salvatore Aiello’s Clowns and Others, performed by Terpsicorps.
Intense contemporary dance-theater blending humor, absurdity, and pathos across twelve vivid vignettes; includes Heather Maloy's world premiere plus revivals of Maloy’s Hunger and Salvatore Aiello’s Clowns and Others, performed by Terpsicorps.
Late-night dance performance in a full-scale performing arts theater, pairing contemporary movement with dramatic stage lighting and a high-energy, after-hours vibe.
Late-night dance performance in a full-scale performing arts theater, pairing contemporary movement with dramatic stage lighting and a high-energy, after-hours vibe.
Late-night dance performance in a full-scale performing arts theater, pairing contemporary movement with dramatic stage lighting and a high-energy, after-hours vibe.
A one-hour interactive dance matinee blends clown-inspired movement with playful audience participation in a formal theater setting. Built for students and families with a midday performance and a welcoming, youth-forward vibe.
A one-hour interactive dance matinee blends clown-inspired movement with playful audience participation in a formal theater setting. Built for students and families with a midday performance and a welcoming, youth-forward vibe.
A one-hour interactive dance matinee blends clown-inspired movement with playful audience participation in a formal theater setting. Built for students and families with a midday performance and a welcoming, youth-forward vibe.
Bellydance takes the 5th Floor Stage for an evening performance with shimmering costumes and rhythmic Middle Eastern-inspired movement. Expect a theatrical dance showcase in an arts center setting.
Bellydance takes the 5th Floor Stage for an evening performance with shimmering costumes and rhythmic Middle Eastern-inspired movement. Expect a theatrical dance showcase in an arts center setting.
Bellydance takes the 5th Floor Stage for an evening performance with shimmering costumes and rhythmic Middle Eastern-inspired movement. Expect a theatrical dance showcase in an arts center setting.
Lively contra dance night with a live caller guiding long lines and swinging partners to traditional folk tunes. A community-minded social dance centered on joy, connection, and accessible instruction for newcomers.
Lively contra dance night with a live caller guiding long lines and swinging partners to traditional folk tunes. A community-minded social dance centered on joy, connection, and accessible instruction for newcomers.
Lively contra dance night with a live caller guiding long lines and swinging partners to traditional folk tunes. A community-minded social dance centered on joy, connection, and accessible instruction for newcomers.
A big-screen premiere night in a downtown performing arts venue, centered on the debut of the film “Erased.” Expect a festival-style cinema atmosphere with an audience-focused screening experience.
A big-screen premiere night in a downtown performing arts venue, centered on the debut of the film “Erased.” Expect a festival-style cinema atmosphere with an audience-focused screening experience.
A big-screen premiere night in a downtown performing arts venue, centered on the debut of the film “Erased.” Expect a festival-style cinema atmosphere with an audience-focused screening experience.
Hand claps, toe tapping rhythms, and high lonesome bluegrass fill nightly stage shows alongside traditional Appalachian dance and century old ballads. Storytellers and regional performers celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage in a festival setting.
Hand claps, toe tapping rhythms, and high lonesome bluegrass fill nightly stage shows alongside traditional Appalachian dance and century old ballads. Storytellers and regional performers celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage in a festival setting.
Hand claps, toe tapping rhythms, and high lonesome bluegrass fill nightly stage shows alongside traditional Appalachian dance and century old ballads. Storytellers and regional performers celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage in a festival setting.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ’d social dance and guided practice to lock in footwork and timing. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available; pay via Venmo or cash.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ’d social dance and guided practice to lock in footwork and timing. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available; pay via Venmo or cash.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ’d social dance and guided practice to lock in footwork and timing. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available; pay via Venmo or cash.
A late-night disco dance party with DJ-driven grooves and a summery, glittery feel on the dance floor. Expect upbeat classics and modern disco edits in a downtown bar setting built for dancing and social energy.
A late-night disco dance party with DJ-driven grooves and a summery, glittery feel on the dance floor. Expect upbeat classics and modern disco edits in a downtown bar setting built for dancing and social energy.
A late-night disco dance party with DJ-driven grooves and a summery, glittery feel on the dance floor. Expect upbeat classics and modern disco edits in a downtown bar setting built for dancing and social energy.
Nightly stage shows celebrating Southern Appalachian traditions with bluegrass drive, hand clapping rhythms, and toe tapping dance. Century old ballads and traditional storytelling highlight regional folk heritage and intergenerational performers.
Nightly stage shows celebrating Southern Appalachian traditions with bluegrass drive, hand clapping rhythms, and toe tapping dance. Century old ballads and traditional storytelling highlight regional folk heritage and intergenerational performers.
Nightly stage shows celebrating Southern Appalachian traditions with bluegrass drive, hand clapping rhythms, and toe tapping dance. Century old ballads and traditional storytelling highlight regional folk heritage and intergenerational performers.
Evening stage programs celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage with bluegrass drive, hand claps and toe tapping dance sets, and century old ballads. Storytellers and tradition bearers share regional history in a festival style showcase.
Evening stage programs celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage with bluegrass drive, hand claps and toe tapping dance sets, and century old ballads. Storytellers and tradition bearers share regional history in a festival style showcase.
Evening stage programs celebrate Southern Appalachian heritage with bluegrass drive, hand claps and toe tapping dance sets, and century old ballads. Storytellers and tradition bearers share regional history in a festival style showcase.
Self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces with a Passport Card stamp hunt. Collect five stamps at participating spots for a giveaway of local gift cards and a lively neighborhood crawl vibe.
Self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces with a Passport Card stamp hunt. Collect five stamps at participating spots for a giveaway of local gift cards and a lively neighborhood crawl vibe.
Self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces with a Passport Card stamp hunt. Collect five stamps at participating spots for a giveaway of local gift cards and a lively neighborhood crawl vibe.
Rooftop Latin rhythms fill the 6th-floor bar as dancers move through salsa, bachata, merengue, and more. A 7–8 pm dance lesson warms things up before an open social dance party runs 8–11 pm with no cover and free validated parking.
Rooftop Latin rhythms fill the 6th-floor bar as dancers move through salsa, bachata, merengue, and more. A 7–8 pm dance lesson warms things up before an open social dance party runs 8–11 pm with no cover and free validated parking.
Rooftop Latin rhythms fill the 6th-floor bar as dancers move through salsa, bachata, merengue, and more. A 7–8 pm dance lesson warms things up before an open social dance party runs 8–11 pm with no cover and free validated parking.
Late-night DJ set spinning electronic dance cuts in a downtown rooftop lounge atmosphere. Expect club-style energy, drink-in-hand mingling, and a dance-floor feel geared toward a night-out crowd.
Late-night DJ set spinning electronic dance cuts in a downtown rooftop lounge atmosphere. Expect club-style energy, drink-in-hand mingling, and a dance-floor feel geared toward a night-out crowd.
Late-night DJ set spinning electronic dance cuts in a downtown rooftop lounge atmosphere. Expect club-style energy, drink-in-hand mingling, and a dance-floor feel geared toward a night-out crowd.
Jump blues grooves and swinging rhythms fill an intimate wine bar for a lively late-night set. Expect danceable, horn driven energy paired with wine pours and a cozy, grown up vibe.
Jump blues grooves and swinging rhythms fill an intimate wine bar for a lively late-night set. Expect danceable, horn driven energy paired with wine pours and a cozy, grown up vibe.
Jump blues grooves and swinging rhythms fill an intimate wine bar for a lively late-night set. Expect danceable, horn driven energy paired with wine pours and a cozy, grown up vibe.
Regency-era English country dancing in the spirit of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step by step and then called in real time. Expect social partner dances, gentle pacing, and a welcoming community floor.
Regency-era English country dancing in the spirit of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step by step and then called in real time. Expect social partner dances, gentle pacing, and a welcoming community floor.
Regency-era English country dancing in the spirit of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step by step and then called in real time. Expect social partner dances, gentle pacing, and a welcoming community floor.
A daytime community gathering at the historic YMI Cultural Center centered on cultural celebration and connection. Expect a festival-style atmosphere with local-focused programming in a downtown community venue.
A daytime community gathering at the historic YMI Cultural Center centered on cultural celebration and connection. Expect a festival-style atmosphere with local-focused programming in a downtown community venue.
A daytime community gathering at the historic YMI Cultural Center centered on cultural celebration and connection. Expect a festival-style atmosphere with local-focused programming in a downtown community venue.
Sweat-soaked late-night dance therapy fueled by Neptune Spins’ feel-good DJ grooves in a brewery taproom setting. The midweek dance party runs 9pm–1am for letting loose and resetting on the floor.
Sweat-soaked late-night dance therapy fueled by Neptune Spins’ feel-good DJ grooves in a brewery taproom setting. The midweek dance party runs 9pm–1am for letting loose and resetting on the floor.
Sweat-soaked late-night dance therapy fueled by Neptune Spins’ feel-good DJ grooves in a brewery taproom setting. The midweek dance party runs 9pm–1am for letting loose and resetting on the floor.