ASCENDANCE
Physically charged dance-theater program blending Heather Maloy’s twelve-vignette HUNGER—a study of human desire mixing humor, absurdity, and pathos—with Salvatore Aiello’s Clowns and Others and a new world premiere.
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Contemporary movement exploration set inside a gallery environment, playing with choreography, structure, and improvisation. Expect an experimental, process-forward blend of embodied practice and visual art atmosphere.
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Late-night festival program of short plays and punchy monologues built around a “Get Up STAND UP” theme. Expect bold solo performances and small-cast scenes geared toward reflection, activism, and audience connection.
Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. Expect a captivating evening built around emotionally direct storytelling and stage-driven performance.
Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. Expect a captivating evening built around emotionally direct storytelling and stage-driven performance.
Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. Expect a captivating evening built around emotionally direct storytelling and stage-driven performance.
Free flow, joyful movement blends dance and somatic wellness in an outdoor setting, emphasizing mind body spirit connection and nature immersion. Expect a self guided, expressive vibe geared toward stress release and embodied presence.
Free flow, joyful movement blends dance and somatic wellness in an outdoor setting, emphasizing mind body spirit connection and nature immersion. Expect a self guided, expressive vibe geared toward stress release and embodied presence.
Free flow, joyful movement blends dance and somatic wellness in an outdoor setting, emphasizing mind body spirit connection and nature immersion. Expect a self guided, expressive vibe geared toward stress release and embodied presence.
An intimate late-night storytelling salon where local tellers share perspective-shifting personal journeys and lessons learned. Expect laughter and grief in equal measure, with true-to-life narratives centered on cultural awareness and shared humanity.
An intimate late-night storytelling salon where local tellers share perspective-shifting personal journeys and lessons learned. Expect laughter and grief in equal measure, with true-to-life narratives centered on cultural awareness and shared humanity.
An intimate late-night storytelling salon where local tellers share perspective-shifting personal journeys and lessons learned. Expect laughter and grief in equal measure, with true-to-life narratives centered on cultural awareness and shared humanity.
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Ancient mythic storytelling from the Cath Maige Tuired is braided with live music, poetry, and listener questions for an embodied, reflective experience. An autumnal equinox gathering centered on enchantment, old growth conversation, and personal echoes in the tales.
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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.
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A classic Swan Lake ballet reimagined with synchronized light design that turns the stage into a glowing, cinematic landscape. Expect dramatic corps de ballet scenes, romantic pas de deux, and a sweeping orchestral score in a formal performing arts hall.
A dark, post Dorothy Oz reimagined as a politically charged capital where the Wizard tightens systematic oppression and wages a drug fueled war against a new cadre of witches. An investigative witch hunter pursues an assassination trail through escalating intrigue and moral pressure.
A dark, post Dorothy Oz reimagined as a politically charged capital where the Wizard tightens systematic oppression and wages a drug fueled war against a new cadre of witches. An investigative witch hunter pursues an assassination trail through escalating intrigue and moral pressure.
A dark, post Dorothy Oz reimagined as a politically charged capital where the Wizard tightens systematic oppression and wages a drug fueled war against a new cadre of witches. An investigative witch hunter pursues an assassination trail through escalating intrigue and moral pressure.
Therapeutic somatic movement guided by Open Floor practice and Somatic Experiencing principles, designed to discharge overwhelm and rebuild inner resilience. Slow, mindful exploration creates a grounded sanctuary for body awareness and nervous system regulation.
Therapeutic somatic movement guided by Open Floor practice and Somatic Experiencing principles, designed to discharge overwhelm and rebuild inner resilience. Slow, mindful exploration creates a grounded sanctuary for body awareness and nervous system regulation.
Therapeutic somatic movement guided by Open Floor practice and Somatic Experiencing principles, designed to discharge overwhelm and rebuild inner resilience. Slow, mindful exploration creates a grounded sanctuary for body awareness and nervous system regulation.
A late-night outdoor stage presentation that leans into fantastical adventure storytelling with a theatrical, cinematic feel. Set under the stars at an amphitheatre for an immersive, showtime atmosphere.
A late-night outdoor stage presentation that leans into fantastical adventure storytelling with a theatrical, cinematic feel. Set under the stars at an amphitheatre for an immersive, showtime atmosphere.
A late-night outdoor stage presentation that leans into fantastical adventure storytelling with a theatrical, cinematic feel. Set under the stars at an amphitheatre for an immersive, showtime atmosphere.
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A rapid-fire, unpredictable sprint through 30 micro-plays in 60 minutes, bouncing from laugh-out-loud bits to unexpectedly poignant moments. Late-night experimental theater energy with rotating vignettes and quick-cut pacing.
A rapid-fire, unpredictable sprint through 30 micro-plays in 60 minutes, bouncing from laugh-out-loud bits to unexpectedly poignant moments. Late-night experimental theater energy with rotating vignettes and quick-cut pacing.
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Whimsical folk fusion sets mix cherished traditional songs with humorous banter and bite-sized historical insights. A transportive yet cozy late-night lounge concert that still feels welcoming for all ages.
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An eclipse-themed SoulCollage® session blends intuitive collage-making with reflective shadow work to surface hidden truths. Create personalized cards in a calm studio setting, then use them for guided self-inquiry, rebirth, and transformation.
An eclipse-themed SoulCollage® session blends intuitive collage-making with reflective shadow work to surface hidden truths. Create personalized cards in a calm studio setting, then use them for guided self-inquiry, rebirth, and transformation.
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Personal-journey storytelling in the Story Parlor Signature Series, curated by Chuck Fink, moves from laughter to grief with true-to-life tales and human-spirit reflections. Expect an intimate, late-night listening-room vibe and shared emotional release.
Personal-journey storytelling in the Story Parlor Signature Series, curated by Chuck Fink, moves from laughter to grief with true-to-life tales and human-spirit reflections. Expect an intimate, late-night listening-room vibe and shared emotional release.
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Free flow, joyful movement blends dance and nature connection in an embodied mind body spirit session. Wind down afterward with Green Heart Juice as a post dance refresh and social reset in an outdoor setting near Rosman.
Free flow, joyful movement blends dance and nature connection in an embodied mind body spirit session. Wind down afterward with Green Heart Juice as a post dance refresh and social reset in an outdoor setting near Rosman.
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Spoken word storytelling intertwined with live musical passages, exploring memory, time, and what stays rooted in the heart. An intimate late night listening experience in a cozy parlor setting with reflective, poetic atmosphere.
Spoken word storytelling intertwined with live musical passages, exploring memory, time, and what stays rooted in the heart. An intimate late night listening experience in a cozy parlor setting with reflective, poetic atmosphere.
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Fast-paced improv scenes and audience-driven prompts spark unpredictable punchlines and big group energy in a black box theater setting. A late-night laugh-heavy show with playful, misfit ensemble chemistry.
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Hectic backstage farce of mounting disasters as a hapless theater company self-destructs during a chaotic production; Michael Frayn’s Olivier-winning script fuels relentless physical comedy, slapstick timing, and meta-theatrical hijinks.
Hectic backstage farce of mounting disasters as a hapless theater company self-destructs during a chaotic production; Michael Frayn’s Olivier-winning script fuels relentless physical comedy, slapstick timing, and meta-theatrical hijinks.
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A heart-opening raw cacao ritual centered on sweet remembrance, reflection, and honoring the untamable soul. Expect a grounding, introspective evening with guided intention-setting and community-held ceremonial space.
A heart-opening raw cacao ritual centered on sweet remembrance, reflection, and honoring the untamable soul. Expect a grounding, introspective evening with guided intention-setting and community-held ceremonial space.