At the YMCA at Mission Pardee Health Campus!
Nov 11th: Join us to learn about preparing for winter with a lesson on preserving and pickling, healthy and delicious pastas, and the basics of “quick breads.”
Dec 10th: Join us for our Holiday Menu including holiday cookies and a cookie swap!
Ages 7 & and older, with at least one parent present, can participate in this fun program. Sign up today by calling the Member Service Desk at 828 552 3600.
KAPLAN AUDITORIUM: The group Gingerthistle, consisting of husband and wife team Ben Seymour and Becky Cleland, draws its repertoire from the rich well of traditional Celtic and Appalachian folk music. Employing a capella and instrumental approaches (primarily Appalachian mountain dulcimer, bones, and acoustic guitar) Ben and Becky trace the musical threads of traditional folk music from the Blue Ridge Mountains back to their Celtic roots. Presented by the Friends of the Library
Montford Park Players Presents ALL-TEEN version of A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens
Produced by Montford Park Players at Land of the Sky UCC
Show Dates:
December 14-23
Fridays & Saturdays @ 7:30pm; Sundays @ 2:30 & 7:30pm
Montford Park Players, an Asheville theatrical tradition, is overjoyed to present the local holiday tradition, A Christmas Carol! All performances will be held at Land of the Sky UCC, 15 Overlook Place, off Tunnel Road in Asheville, from December 14th through the 23rd on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at 7:30pm, with special Sunday matinees at 2:30pm. This performance like ALL of Montford Park Players’ shows will be absolutely FREE to attend.
This year, the Montford Park Players’ Education Division takes over, with all of the acting, designing and even the technical elements being run by the Montford Moppets, MPP’s squad of talented tweens and teens. Under the guidance of longtime Moppets instructors, Ashleigh Goff and Skyler Goff, this year’s version promises a youthful vibrancy for this family-friendly classic.
Almost everyone knows this story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his visit from four spirits, some ghastly, some benevolent, on Christmas Eve. Through a magical journey through Scrooge’s past, present and future Christmases, they show him the true meaning of the holiday season, and allow him the opportunity to connect with his own generosity and goodness. In this version, adapted by co-director Skyler Goff, the Cratchit spend their own Christmas Eve hearing the story of how Uncle Scrooge became the kind benefactor he is today.
Montford Park Players, has been presenting Shakespeare and other classical works to the Asheville community since 1973, and has since grown to be one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved and well-known cultural attractions.
For more information or to reserve seats, go to montfordparkplayers.org, or call at (828) 254-5146.
December 15 & 16, 2016 • 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
A magically festive, full-length Nutcracker, featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory’s celebrated pre-professional company. A full production with impressive sets and costumes.
A young girl’s holiday dream comes true. Having crept downstairs at midnight to play with her new Nutcracker doll, Clara is swept up in a fantasy of toy soldiers, giant rats, snow fairies, magic and mystery. After saving her beloved Nutcracker from the King of the Rats, she is whisked away to an enchanted land and dances the night away, meeting a host of enchanting and exotic characters. Join us this holiday season for the Ballet Conservatory’s much loved production of Tchaikovsky’s classic, The Nutcracker.
Tickets:
Adults $30 Orchestra, $22 Balcony
Seniors (65+) $25 Orchestra, $20 Balcony
Student $20 Orchestra & Balcony
Child (12 & under) $15 Orchestra & Balcony
December 1, 2017 – 7:30 PM
December 2, 2017 – 2:00 & 7:30 PM
A GREAT WAY TO KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON!
Expect the brilliantly unexpected from Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre’s fourth annual performance of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. ACDT shocked and surprised audiences last year with their original version of The Nutcracker. Though The Nutcracker might be the world’s most famous ballet, if it is being performed by ACDT you can guarantee it is something you haven’t seen before. Their version couldn’t be farther from Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet. It is based on the original and much darker story written in 1816 by German author E.T.A. Hoffmann.
Tickets available call 828-254-2621 or email office@acdt.org
December 1, 2017 – 7:30 PM
December 2, 2017 – 2:00 & 7:30 PM
A GREAT WAY TO KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON!
Expect the brilliantly unexpected from Asheville Contemporary Dance Theatre’s fourth annual performance of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King. ACDT shocked and surprised audiences last year with their original version of The Nutcracker. Though The Nutcracker might be the world’s most famous ballet, if it is being performed by ACDT you can guarantee it is something you haven’t seen before. Their version couldn’t be farther from Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet. It is based on the original and much darker story written in 1816 by German author E.T.A. Hoffmann.
Tickets available call 828-254-2621 or email office@acdt.org
Recommended for Grades 3 – 6
With his handmade silk suits, wide array of hats, and tiny gold pocket watch, Edward Tulane was the most exceptional toy in Abilene’s room. He was adored and he was happy. But then, one day, he was lost. Based on Newberry-winner Kate DiCamillo’s beloved book, don’t miss this breathtaking story of finding friendship, finding yourself, and eventually finding your way home.
For Individual tickets, call the DWT Box Office: 828-257-4530.
For Group tickets, complete the Matinee Series Order Form.
Questions? Email boxoffice@dwtheatre.com.
Prices include the new NC sales tax on tickets.
One free Teacher ticket per every 10 paid students.
Deposit of $1 per ticket required for large groups.
Pre-payment is required for groups of 10 or less people.
Recommended for Grades PreK – 3
Alice is positively bored. So bored, in fact, that this curious white rabbit is the most exciting thing she’s seen all day. Join Alice as she follows the rabbit down the hole and into a world of strange new adventures in this classic childhood tale.
For Individual tickets, call the DWT Box Office: 828-257-4530.
For Group tickets, complete the Matinee Series Order Form.
Questions? Email boxoffice@dwtheatre.com.
Prices include the new NC sales tax on tickets.
One free Teacher ticket per every 10 paid students.
Deposit of $1 per ticket required for large groups.
Pre-payment is required for groups of 10 or less people.
November 15 & 16, 2016 • 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.
Recommended for Grades PreK – 3
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the bravest Chihuahua of them all? Skippyjon Jones the Siamese cat who thinks he’s a Mexican Chihuahua, of course! A musical twist on the classic fairytale Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, based on the book by Judy Schachner.
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For Individual tickets, call the DWT Box Office: 828-257-4530.
For Group tickets, complete the Matinee Series Order Form.
Questions? Email boxoffice@dwtheatre.com.
Prices include the new NC sales tax on tickets.
One free Teacher ticket per every 10 paid students.
Deposit of $1 per ticket required for large groups.
Pre-payment is required for groups of 10 or less people.
Kids and family of all ages are invited to come make art with local author/illustrators Constance Lombardo and Laura Boffa. Get some tips on how to sketch a character to life, and then spend plenty of time drawing your own.
Constance’s illustrated middle grade novel, Mr. Puffball: Stunt Cat to the Stars, and the recently released second book in the series, Mr. Puffball: Stunt Cat Across America, have been purring their way into our hearts, while Laura’s picture book Writing Home: The Story of Author Thomas Wolfe has been spreading the love for Asheville’s native son.