The 16th Asheville Butoh Festival Featuring Yumiko Yoshioka
Avant garde butoh movement work and an intensive 4 hour “Body Resonance” workshop led by internationally renowned Yumiko Yoshioka. The festival also includes her acclaimed solo “100 Light Years of Solitude,” inspired by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
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Avant garde butoh movement and performance anchored by Yumiko Yoshioka’s solo “100 Light Years of Solitude,” a Gabriel García Márquez inspired piece from her trilogy. Two intensive 4 hour workshops and festival programming unfold across multiple Asheville venues.
Avant garde butoh movement and performance anchored by Yumiko Yoshioka’s solo “100 Light Years of Solitude,” a Gabriel García Márquez inspired piece from her trilogy. Two intensive 4 hour workshops and festival programming unfold across multiple Asheville venues.
Avant garde butoh movement and performance anchored by Yumiko Yoshioka’s solo “100 Light Years of Solitude,” a Gabriel García Márquez inspired piece from her trilogy. Two intensive 4 hour workshops and festival programming unfold across multiple Asheville venues.
Acclaimed solo butoh work “100 Light Years of Solitude” brings slow, sculptural, and emotionally charged movement to an intimate black box setting as part of the 16th Asheville Butoh Festival.
Acclaimed solo butoh work “100 Light Years of Solitude” brings slow, sculptural, and emotionally charged movement to an intimate black box setting as part of the 16th Asheville Butoh Festival.
Acclaimed solo butoh work “100 Light Years of Solitude” brings slow, sculptural, and emotionally charged movement to an intimate black box setting as part of the 16th Asheville Butoh Festival.
Body Resonance Butoh training explores slow, experimental movement, sensory awareness, and expressive embodiment in an intimate studio setting. A Friday-evening workshop within the Asheville Butoh Festival geared toward deep physical investigation and focused practice.
Body Resonance Butoh training explores slow, experimental movement, sensory awareness, and expressive embodiment in an intimate studio setting. A Friday-evening workshop within the Asheville Butoh Festival geared toward deep physical investigation and focused practice.
Body Resonance Butoh training explores slow, experimental movement, sensory awareness, and expressive embodiment in an intimate studio setting. A Friday-evening workshop within the Asheville Butoh Festival geared toward deep physical investigation and focused practice.
Late-night butoh solos dive into stark, avant garde movement theater with Julie Becton Gillum’s “Dusk” and Scoop Slone’s “To Quarry: Glacial Third Hives.” Expect surreal imagery, slow physical intensity, and experimental stage presence at Be Be Theatre.
Late-night butoh solos dive into stark, avant garde movement theater with Julie Becton Gillum’s “Dusk” and Scoop Slone’s “To Quarry: Glacial Third Hives.” Expect surreal imagery, slow physical intensity, and experimental stage presence at Be Be Theatre.
Late-night butoh solos dive into stark, avant garde movement theater with Julie Becton Gillum’s “Dusk” and Scoop Slone’s “To Quarry: Glacial Third Hives.” Expect surreal imagery, slow physical intensity, and experimental stage presence at Be Be Theatre.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend modern electronic beats with a guided warmup and opening circle to help participants drop out of their heads and into embodied movement. Facilitator Ted Riskin curates an inner-journey dance floor focused on shift and connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves blend global rhythms with guided warmups and an opening circle led by longtime movement teacher Marta Martín. A freeform, body-positive dance floor emphasizes somatic release, self-expression, and community connection.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
A guided ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before an eclectic DJ journey through shifting time signatures and emotive peaks. Expect a community-focused, freeform movement space for expressive dance and embodied release.
Late-night sensory immersion blending improvised sound and subtle, meditative atmosphere—tuning attention to what can’t be seen but can be felt. A quiet, intimate setting in Black Mountain invites deep listening, breath-led presence, and restorative calm.
Late-night sensory immersion blending improvised sound and subtle, meditative atmosphere—tuning attention to what can’t be seen but can be felt. A quiet, intimate setting in Black Mountain invites deep listening, breath-led presence, and restorative calm.
Late-night sensory immersion blending improvised sound and subtle, meditative atmosphere—tuning attention to what can’t be seen but can be felt. A quiet, intimate setting in Black Mountain invites deep listening, breath-led presence, and restorative calm.
A two-hour ecstatic dance wave with a guided warmup and opening circle, where live improvised music responds to the room’s movement. Expect an interdependent, somatic dancefloor experience shaped in real time by the dancers’ energy.
A two-hour ecstatic dance wave with a guided warmup and opening circle, where live improvised music responds to the room’s movement. Expect an interdependent, somatic dancefloor experience shaped in real time by the dancers’ energy.
A two-hour ecstatic dance wave with a guided warmup and opening circle, where live improvised music responds to the room’s movement. Expect an interdependent, somatic dancefloor experience shaped in real time by the dancers’ energy.
Saucy bass music from a live DJ drives an ecstatic dance wave with a pre-dance movement lab and plenty of freeform expression. Sip tea and connect with others in the JCC Social Hall for an energetic, body-led night that can sell out.
Saucy bass music from a live DJ drives an ecstatic dance wave with a pre-dance movement lab and plenty of freeform expression. Sip tea and connect with others in the JCC Social Hall for an energetic, body-led night that can sell out.
Saucy bass music from a live DJ drives an ecstatic dance wave with a pre-dance movement lab and plenty of freeform expression. Sip tea and connect with others in the JCC Social Hall for an energetic, body-led night that can sell out.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered circle exploring eclipse-themed identity shifts, followed by guided intentional movement that turns into intuitive freeform shapes and somatic release. The evening closes with a calming sound bowl meditation in a studio setting.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered circle exploring eclipse-themed identity shifts, followed by guided intentional movement that turns into intuitive freeform shapes and somatic release. The evening closes with a calming sound bowl meditation in a studio setting.
Ceremonial cacao opens a heart-centered circle exploring eclipse-themed identity shifts, followed by guided intentional movement that turns into intuitive freeform shapes and somatic release. The evening closes with a calming sound bowl meditation in a studio setting.
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.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A participatory drumming circle fills the downtown park with hand drums, shakers, and call-and-response rhythms as dancers and onlookers gather in an open-air community jam. Expect a casual, freeform vibe that welcomes beginners and seasoned percussionists alike.
A barefoot-friendly ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before diving into a DJ-style movement journey geared toward emotional release and authentic connection. Held in a school gym style space with intentional, heart-led facilitation.
A barefoot-friendly ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before diving into a DJ-style movement journey geared toward emotional release and authentic connection. Held in a school gym style space with intentional, heart-led facilitation.
A barefoot-friendly ecstatic dance wave with warmup and an opening circle before diving into a DJ-style movement journey geared toward emotional release and authentic connection. Held in a school gym style space with intentional, heart-led facilitation.
A quiet pre opening morning inside the galleries pairs brief seated meditation with slow mindful walking through selected exhibits. Gentle prompts support nervous system settling, reflection, and a sanctuary like sense of spaciousness and renewal.
A quiet pre opening morning inside the galleries pairs brief seated meditation with slow mindful walking through selected exhibits. Gentle prompts support nervous system settling, reflection, and a sanctuary like sense of spaciousness and renewal.
A quiet pre opening morning inside the galleries pairs brief seated meditation with slow mindful walking through selected exhibits. Gentle prompts support nervous system settling, reflection, and a sanctuary like sense of spaciousness and renewal.
Big band jazz night with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra delivering punchy brass sections, swinging rhythm, and classic orchestral charts in an intimate listening room. A late-night set that fits both seated listening and dance floor energy.
Big band jazz night with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra delivering punchy brass sections, swinging rhythm, and classic orchestral charts in an intimate listening room. A late-night set that fits both seated listening and dance floor energy.
Big band jazz night with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra delivering punchy brass sections, swinging rhythm, and classic orchestral charts in an intimate listening room. A late-night set that fits both seated listening and dance floor energy.
Consent-centered cuddle workshop with guided verbal check-ins, boundary setting, and practice giving and receiving a clear “no.” A sweet, welcoming space for platonic touch, connection, and community.
Consent-centered cuddle workshop with guided verbal check-ins, boundary setting, and practice giving and receiving a clear “no.” A sweet, welcoming space for platonic touch, connection, and community.
Consent-centered cuddle workshop with guided verbal check-ins, boundary setting, and practice giving and receiving a clear “no.” A sweet, welcoming space for platonic touch, connection, and community.
Consent-based platonic cuddle space centered on non-sexual touch, clear boundaries, and mutual agreements. A supportive, ticketed gathering for like-minded locals to explore safe intimacy and nervous-system soothing connection.
Consent-based platonic cuddle space centered on non-sexual touch, clear boundaries, and mutual agreements. A supportive, ticketed gathering for like-minded locals to explore safe intimacy and nervous-system soothing connection.
Consent-based platonic cuddle space centered on non-sexual touch, clear boundaries, and mutual agreements. A supportive, ticketed gathering for like-minded locals to explore safe intimacy and nervous-system soothing connection.
Art therapy and somatic movement practices blend gentle dance-led release work with hands-on creative making to help process stress, tension, and grief into lighter, joy-filled expression. Participants complete at least two artworks with an option to donate pieces to a community silent auction supporting Hurricane Helene recovery in Black Mountain.
Art therapy and somatic movement practices blend gentle dance-led release work with hands-on creative making to help process stress, tension, and grief into lighter, joy-filled expression. Participants complete at least two artworks with an option to donate pieces to a community silent auction supporting Hurricane Helene recovery in Black Mountain.
Art therapy and somatic movement practices blend gentle dance-led release work with hands-on creative making to help process stress, tension, and grief into lighter, joy-filled expression. Participants complete at least two artworks with an option to donate pieces to a community silent auction supporting Hurricane Helene recovery in Black Mountain.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.