
DANCE. ACT. SING. with PACA!!
A fall lineup of dance, acting, and vocal training classes geared toward building performance skills in a studio setting. Drop in during the free class week (9/21–9/26) to sample sessions and secure a spot before enrollment fills.
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Youth musical theater auditions for Trolls JR where every actor is cast and placements determine roles. Expect a friendly, structured process with application follow up, perfect for kids and teens building stage experience.

Youth musical theater auditions for Trolls JR where every actor is cast and placements determine roles. Expect a friendly, structured process with application follow up, perfect for kids and teens building stage experience.
Youth musical theater auditions for Trolls JR where every actor is cast and placements determine roles. Expect a friendly, structured process with application follow up, perfect for kids and teens building stage experience.

Hands-on performing arts session blending choreography, basic acting exercises, and group singing in a playful, confidence-building format. Designed for young performers to explore stage skills through guided, high-energy activities.

Hands-on performing arts session blending choreography, basic acting exercises, and group singing in a playful, confidence-building format. Designed for young performers to explore stage skills through guided, high-energy activities.
Hands-on performing arts session blending choreography, basic acting exercises, and group singing in a playful, confidence-building format. Designed for young performers to explore stage skills through guided, high-energy activities.

Group a cappella rehearsal and vocal workshop with expert voice training, open to men and women from total beginners to experienced singers. Learn easy multi style repertoire with provided music in a welcoming choir community setting.

Group a cappella rehearsal and vocal workshop with expert voice training, open to men and women from total beginners to experienced singers. Learn easy multi style repertoire with provided music in a welcoming choir community setting.
Group a cappella rehearsal and vocal workshop with expert voice training, open to men and women from total beginners to experienced singers. Learn easy multi style repertoire with provided music in a welcoming choir community setting.

Laid back, laugh filled improv exercises designed to tap creativity and build confidence in beginners; free intro class at Misfit Improv's small studio with no pressure to perform; RSVP to secure your spot—stairs entry.

Laid back, laugh filled improv exercises designed to tap creativity and build confidence in beginners; free intro class at Misfit Improv's small studio with no pressure to perform; RSVP to secure your spot—stairs entry.
Laid back, laugh filled improv exercises designed to tap creativity and build confidence in beginners; free intro class at Misfit Improv's small studio with no pressure to perform; RSVP to secure your spot—stairs entry.

An open-air ballet performance brings sweeping choreography and classical technique to a downtown park setting. Expect a community-forward evening of dance under the sky with a festive early-fall vibe.

An open-air ballet performance brings sweeping choreography and classical technique to a downtown park setting. Expect a community-forward evening of dance under the sky with a festive early-fall vibe.
An open-air ballet performance brings sweeping choreography and classical technique to a downtown park setting. Expect a community-forward evening of dance under the sky with a festive early-fall vibe.

Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.

Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.

Connection-driven fusion partner dancing stretches late into the night on a smooth sprung floor with high-end sound and club-style lighting. Welcoming vibe for first-timers and seasoned dancers building a sustainable local scene in West Asheville.

Connection-driven fusion partner dancing stretches late into the night on a smooth sprung floor with high-end sound and club-style lighting. Welcoming vibe for first-timers and seasoned dancers building a sustainable local scene in West Asheville.
Connection-driven fusion partner dancing stretches late into the night on a smooth sprung floor with high-end sound and club-style lighting. Welcoming vibe for first-timers and seasoned dancers building a sustainable local scene in West Asheville.

Second Friday swing night blends a beginner friendly lesson with a social dance floor at Haw Creek Commons. $10 at the door (cash or Venmo), doors at 6:45 PM, for ages 12+.

Second Friday swing night blends a beginner friendly lesson with a social dance floor at Haw Creek Commons. $10 at the door (cash or Venmo), doors at 6:45 PM, for ages 12+.
Second Friday swing night blends a beginner friendly lesson with a social dance floor at Haw Creek Commons. $10 at the door (cash or Venmo), doors at 6:45 PM, for ages 12+.

Youth auditions for the junior musical adaptation of Trolls, geared toward kids and families interested in stage performance. Expect cold reads, simple vocal or movement tryouts, and a supportive community theater atmosphere.

Youth auditions for the junior musical adaptation of Trolls, geared toward kids and families interested in stage performance. Expect cold reads, simple vocal or movement tryouts, and a supportive community theater atmosphere.
Youth auditions for the junior musical adaptation of Trolls, geared toward kids and families interested in stage performance. Expect cold reads, simple vocal or movement tryouts, and a supportive community theater atmosphere.

Lively contra lines and partner figures move to traditional dance tunes with a guided caller, running 7:30–10:30pm. Low-cost community dance vibes with practical cues like clean shoes and a bring-your-own water bottle.

Lively contra lines and partner figures move to traditional dance tunes with a guided caller, running 7:30–10:30pm. Low-cost community dance vibes with practical cues like clean shoes and a bring-your-own water bottle.
Lively contra lines and partner figures move to traditional dance tunes with a guided caller, running 7:30–10:30pm. Low-cost community dance vibes with practical cues like clean shoes and a bring-your-own water bottle.

Hands-on outdoor foraging field class focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants, seasonal mushrooms, and safe harvest practices. Learn local ecology and practical tips for sourcing wild foods responsibly in the Asheville area.

Hands-on outdoor foraging field class focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants, seasonal mushrooms, and safe harvest practices. Learn local ecology and practical tips for sourcing wild foods responsibly in the Asheville area.
Hands-on outdoor foraging field class focused on identifying edible Appalachian plants, seasonal mushrooms, and safe harvest practices. Learn local ecology and practical tips for sourcing wild foods responsibly in the Asheville area.

A free local film premiere in a downtown performing arts center, centered on community storytelling and Asheville-made cinema. Expect a theater screening vibe with a celebratory opening-night feel and a crowd of local supporters.

A free local film premiere in a downtown performing arts center, centered on community storytelling and Asheville-made cinema. Expect a theater screening vibe with a celebratory opening-night feel and a crowd of local supporters.
A free local film premiere in a downtown performing arts center, centered on community storytelling and Asheville-made cinema. Expect a theater screening vibe with a celebratory opening-night feel and a crowd of local supporters.

Five minute original sets rotate through storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, dance, and musical performances in an intimate parlor setting. Drop in to perform or listen and cheer on Asheville’s local arts community on a First Sunday night.

Five minute original sets rotate through storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, dance, and musical performances in an intimate parlor setting. Drop in to perform or listen and cheer on Asheville’s local arts community on a First Sunday night.
Five minute original sets rotate through storytelling, poetry, literature, comedy bits, dance, and musical performances in an intimate parlor setting. Drop in to perform or listen and cheer on Asheville’s local arts community on a First Sunday night.

A welcoming social waltz night with informal instruction for newcomers and open dancing for all skill levels. Dancers and local musicians share a friendly, community-centered atmosphere at a neighborhood community center.

A welcoming social waltz night with informal instruction for newcomers and open dancing for all skill levels. Dancers and local musicians share a friendly, community-centered atmosphere at a neighborhood community center.
A welcoming social waltz night with informal instruction for newcomers and open dancing for all skill levels. Dancers and local musicians share a friendly, community-centered atmosphere at a neighborhood community center.

Beginner-friendly salsa lesson leads into two hours of open social dancing with lively Latin rhythms. Rooftop brewery setting pairs cold pints with sunset views and an all-levels, no-partner-needed vibe.

Beginner-friendly salsa lesson leads into two hours of open social dancing with lively Latin rhythms. Rooftop brewery setting pairs cold pints with sunset views and an all-levels, no-partner-needed vibe.
Beginner-friendly salsa lesson leads into two hours of open social dancing with lively Latin rhythms. Rooftop brewery setting pairs cold pints with sunset views and an all-levels, no-partner-needed vibe.

Four-day adult camp focused on hands-on metalsmithing and artmaking in a dedicated studio setting. Build practical skills through guided instruction, tool time, and multi-day projects designed for immersive creative momentum.

Four-day adult camp focused on hands-on metalsmithing and artmaking in a dedicated studio setting. Build practical skills through guided instruction, tool time, and multi-day projects designed for immersive creative momentum.
Four-day adult camp focused on hands-on metalsmithing and artmaking in a dedicated studio setting. Build practical skills through guided instruction, tool time, and multi-day projects designed for immersive creative momentum.
Professional ballet performance of all original choreography by Asheville Ballet under director Ann Dunn. Expect an elegant open air production in Pack Square Park with community crowd energy and classical contemporary movement.
Professional ballet performance of all original choreography by Asheville Ballet under director Ann Dunn. Expect an elegant open air production in Pack Square Park with community crowd energy and classical contemporary movement.
Professional ballet performance of all original choreography by Asheville Ballet under director Ann Dunn. Expect an elegant open air production in Pack Square Park with community crowd energy and classical contemporary movement.
A free beginner-friendly yoga session in a neighborhood wellness center, led by Carrie with an approachable, gentle-flow vibe. Held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday mornings for easy community drop-ins.
A free beginner-friendly yoga session in a neighborhood wellness center, led by Carrie with an approachable, gentle-flow vibe. Held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday mornings for easy community drop-ins.
A free beginner-friendly yoga session in a neighborhood wellness center, led by Carrie with an approachable, gentle-flow vibe. Held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday mornings for easy community drop-ins.

A drop in ballroom lesson transitions into two hours of social partner dancing, with a different style rotating each month. Welcoming community center vibe with plenty of time to practice steps and meet local dancers.

A drop in ballroom lesson transitions into two hours of social partner dancing, with a different style rotating each month. Welcoming community center vibe with plenty of time to practice steps and meet local dancers.
A drop in ballroom lesson transitions into two hours of social partner dancing, with a different style rotating each month. Welcoming community center vibe with plenty of time to practice steps and meet local dancers.

Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.

Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.
Play-centered weekly gathering focused on reconnecting with curiosity, creativity, and low-pressure fun. A community-oriented wellness meetup in Black Mountain designed to help adults unwind, experiment, and build connection through playful activities.