Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
2026-05-08 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Asheville Salt Cave, 16 North Liberty St, Asheville, 28801
Experience a restorative Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep – similar to guided meditation and hypnosis) and Reiki session in the salt cave with Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator, Kate Wargo. This guided practice leads you into the deeply healing space between waking and sleeping for profound relaxation and renewal.

Asheville Improv Festival - Friday 7PM Show
2026-05-08 19:00 - 20:30 | North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, 28801
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 3 | Friday 7 PM
Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 7:00 PM
What an amazing show the 7pm block is gonna be! Starting it off is the one-and-only performance of the 2026 Asheville Improv Festival Ensemble, curated by the Festival committee from dozens of applicants from around the country and coached by the a member of headliners, Logan Square Improv, the amazing Rudy Mendoza! Follow that up with a great set from LA’s Pillow Talk and then a completely improvised musical by local improv company, Misfit Improv! And if THAT wasn’t enough, AIF 2026 Headliner Logan Square Improv will end the show with a bang!
The lineup below is in order of performance.
The lineup:
– AIF 2026 Festival Ensemble
– Pillow Talk (Los Angeles)
– Misfit Music Improv (Local Improv Company)
– LSI Players (AIF Headliner)

Asheville Choral Society Concert
2026-05-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Central United Methodist Church, 27 Church Street, Asheville, 28801
This spring, the Asheville Choral Society invites you to a concert that reflects the many voices, stories, and traditions that shape who we are.
Out Of Many, One, presented May 8 and 9 at Central United Methodist Church, is inspired by the idea behind E Pluribus Unum—“out of many, one.” Through a wide-ranging program of choral music, we explore the richness and complexity of the American experience: moments of beauty and resilience, alongside the challenges that continue to shape our shared story.
Performed by our 120-voice strong chorus—known for its professional-level sound—this program weaves together musical traditions from across cultures and generations. From deeply rooted folk melodies and spirituals to contemporary works that speak to identity, belonging, and hope, Out Of Many, One is both a celebration and an invitation to reflect.
We are also pleased to feature Tempus, our select vocal ensemble, whose chamber performances bring an added sense of intimacy and clarity to the program.
At its heart, this concert is about listening – to one another, to history, and to the possibility of connection through music.

Tryon Little Theater's "Steel Magnolias"
2026-05-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Tryon Little Theater Workshop, 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, 28782
Theater production

Don't Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville
2026-05-08 20:00 - 22:00 | The Funkatorium, 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville, 28801
Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.
No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase.
Small snacks available for purchase
Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Outside snacks allowed.
This show will have chairs provided.
♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible.
21+ show.
About Don’t Tell Comedy
Secret Locations.
Shhh…it’s a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.
Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!
You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.
Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.
Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

Asheville Improv Festival - Friday 9PM Show
2026-05-08 21:00 - 22:30 | North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, 28801
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 3 | 9 PM
Doors: 8:00 PM | Show: 9:00 PM
Start your evening with a little comedic rage; Middle Rage that is! Follow that up with some GirlProv from Norfolk, Virginia and a little Chicago old school a la Promise Ring. Cap it all off with another amazing set by AIF Headliner Greg Tavares and Andy Adkins and you’re ready to call it a night, an incredible one!
The lineup below is in order of performance.
The lineup:
– Middle Rage (Asheville)
– GirlProv (Norfolk, VA)
– Promise Ring (Chicago)
– Greg Tavares with Andy Adkins (AIF Headliner)

Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10k
2026-05-09 07:30 - 11:00 | Jump Off Rock, 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel Park, 28739
Experience the 6th Annual Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K, presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. This springtime race offers a scenic and fast course that winds through some of the most beautiful areas of Hendersonville!
The Half Marathon starts at the iconic Jump Off Rock in Laurel Park, with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and colorful spring blooms. Runners then follow a gently downhill, USATF-certified course into the heart of downtown Hendersonville—known as one of the most picturesque half marathons in the Southeast.
The 10K begins at the Hendersonville Family YMCA and joins the half marathon route partway through. This course is mostly flat with a few gentle rollers, making it great for all abilities.
Both races finish on Main Street in Historic Downtown Hendersonville, where runners will be welcomed with lively finish line festivities and small-town charm.
Come see why this race is more than just a run—it’s a visual journey and a community celebration.
Both races are USATF Sanctioned AND Certified!

Thomas Wolfe's Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Riverside Cemetery, 53 Birch St, Asheville, 28801
Join us for a tour of Riverside Cemetery as we piece together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the folks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works, as well as other notable Ashevillians.
The tour will begin at the front gate of Riverside Cemetery, with parking available along Birch Street and near the gate. Plan for two-hour leisurely paced tour!
THIS EVENT HAS A CAPACITY LIMIT. Tickets – $10/person and must be purchased online: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/thomas-wolfes-buried-lives-a-riverside-cemetery-tour

Fiber Day
2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Folk Art Center, Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, United States
Experience the art of fiber at this free, family-friendly event at the Folk Art Center. Enjoy live demonstrations by regional craft artists working in weaving, spinning, dyeing, and other fiber traditions, plus a hands-on kids’ activity table, presented by the Southern Highland Craft Guild.

Nice Time Glass First Anniversary Party
2026-05-09 12:00 - 18:00 | Nice Time Glass, 387 Haywood Road, Asheville, 28806
Join us for our first anniversary celebration! We are hosting an artist market with flash tattoos, live glass blowing, a plant sale, food and more!

"Bee"Hive Suncatcher
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:30 | Arrowhead Gallery and Studios, 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort, 28762
Using pre-cut glass and findings to create their own Bee Honeycomb, students will learn how to clean, foil, flux, and solder their creation together.
Copper wire and embellishments can be added to make it their own.
All materials included

FREE PATIO SHOW: Stephen Evans & The True Grits
2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– FREE SHOW
– ALL AGES
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
– DONATIONS FOR THE ARTISTS ENCOURAGED! VENMO: @STEPHEN-EVANS-56
STEPHEN EVANS & THE TRUE GRITS
After many years of vacillating between being a professional musician and building a stable nest in Asheville, NC, Stephen Evans finally asked his friends, Brian Shoemaker (bass), Sam Hess (drums), and Woodstock (mandolin), to form the True Grits and make some music together in 2015. They recently just celebrated their 10th Anniversary as a band in 2025. Stephen Evans & the True Grits released their first LP “Something to Bleed”. Inspired to release more music, they followed two years later with their EP “Under the Bridge.” Both records received local and regional praise for their passion and creativity. Stephen’s strong melodic songwriting style is a blend of vivid imagery, darkness, and hopeful optimism. There’s no denying the feeling that shines through with his evocative vocals and lyrics. Songs like ‘Estefania’, ‘Ghost Among the Trees’, ‘The Garden’, ‘Cherokee Hills’, and ‘Buzz of Bees’ are beacons of his folk rock song craft. With radio play on Western North Carolina radio stations, as well as shows around the region, Stephen Evans & the True Grits have been a local favorite.
“Buzz of Bees” is their latest album, released in December of 2022, of folk rock with some songs dipping their toes into other styles like Americana, Latin Folk, and Vaudeville. Singles from the LP, ‘Ghost Among the Trees’, ‘Winning the Day’, and ‘Estefania’, received radioplay on local stations as well as national online radio and music podcasts. Look for Stephen Evans & the True Grits playing live shows all around the area to support this beautiful album.
“…overall, I highly recommend this album for those who enjoy folk rock, poetic lyricism, and an engaging sense of fun. The album is a journey through different stages of life, confusion, heartbreak, revelation, and acceptance.” – Alison Price of WNC Original Music Podcast

Asheville Improv Festival – Closing Night!
2026-05-09 17:00 - 18:30 | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, 28801
We are gonna kick off the CLOSING NIGHT of the 2026 Asheville Improv Festival with a lineup that features Now Are the Foxes, a venerable and fun improv team from Charlotte, followed by D yes& D, a team from Nashville with a penchant for Dungeons & Dragons. Then, Asheville’s very own Family Dinner will own the stage and then hand it over to the uniquely brilliant, Joe & The Ether!
The lineup below is in order of performance.
The lineup:
Now Are The Foxes
D yes& D
Family Dinner
Joe & the Ether

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Mother's Day Edition
2026-05-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Ginger’s Revenge, 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge! We are celebrating Mother’s in Comedy!!
Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry.
ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $18 GA, $23 Premium Seating

Baby Wants Candy – Presented by Asheville Improv Festival
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:00 | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, 28801
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 4 | Saturday 7:30 PM
Baby Wants Candy is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed comedy ensembles in the world. The group proves time and again that the best stuff is spontaneous. The group has performed over 9,000 completely improvised musicals around the world to thousands of fans from Chicago to New York to Singapore to Scotland. Entirely based on audience suggestion and accompanied by a full band, the show is a roller-coaster ride of spontaneously choreographed dance numbers, rhyming verses and witty, jaw-dropping comedy. BWC has performing casts in Chicago (Apollo Theater), Los Angeles (UCB) and New York (UCB) and tours internationally.
Baby Wants Candy has helped launch the careers of some of the top comedic talent in the US. BWC cast & alumni include Aidy Bryant (Saturday Night Live), Jack McBrayer (30 Rock), Peter Gwinn (Colbert Report), Thomas Middleditch (HBO’s Silicon Valley), Lauren Conlan Adams (The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), Jessica McKenna (Party Over Here), Nicole Parker (Elphaba in Wicked on Broadway) and many more.
From a simple audience-supplied phrase, Baby Wants Candy, accompanied by a full band, creates that musical on the spot! Each performance is its own opening and closing night, and by design every show is completely unique and a once in a lifetime premiere. Some favorite titles include, Jesus Christ Superstore, Phantom of the Oprah and Dogs (the obvious sequel to Cats). Start thinking of your title now!
Opening will be local improv legends, Reasonably Priced Babies — featuring Kim Richardson, Josh Batenhorst, Tom Chalmers, Mondy Carter, Karen Stobbe, Aaron Price — bringing their signature improv magic!

Deep River – Prime Country & Yacht Rock
2026-05-09 19:30 - 21:00 | The White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
To celebrate our 34th year of making music we’ll be playing a fresh mix of Prime Country & Yacht Rock hits at White Horse Black Mountain on Saturday, May 9th at 7:30pm. Come early and enjoy dinner at one of Black Mountain’s many different restaurants, all within easy walking distance of the venue.
Our 7-piece band featuring the signature sound of three women vocalists is bigger and better than ever! You’ll hear Prime Country songs by Patty Loveless, Sara Evans, Jo Dee Messina, Martina McBride and The Chicks, as well as Yacht Rock songs by Hall & Oates, Orleans, America, The Doobie Brothers and Firefall, and many more of both types mixed together for your listening and dancing pleasure!
Here’s a ‘Country, Eagles & Ronstadt’ Sampler Live Video so you can check us out: https://youtu.be/EumMXIdOaMs
Saturday, May 9th – 7:30 – We want everyone to access the healing power of music! Perhaps you can only afford a few dollars or maybe you have resources to cover the cost for others. Pay What You Can! You may enter your desired donation amount below. The suggested price per ticket is $25.00.

House of Heavy
2026-05-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Revival Asheville, 66 Asheland Ave, Asheville, 28801
It’s not a party — it’s therapy at 120 decibels. House of Heavy is coming to Asheville on 9 May 2026, taking over Revival for the loudest, hardest, most cathartic night out your city has to offer.
Built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, House of Heavy brings the energy of a packed metal show without waiting for the next tour to roll through town. This is a DJ-driven heavy music night built on nu-metal nostalgia, alt-metal anthems, and metalcore breakdowns, the tracks that raised you and still make you want to throw down. From Slipknot to Spiritbox, Korn to Knocked Loose, Deftones to Bad Omens, expect deep cuts, classics, and nonstop heaters all night long.
Grab your crew. Lace up your boots. Bring your rage, your voice, and the energy you’ve been saving for the next festival. When your favorite band isn’t in town, House of Heavy is. Don’t wait for your favorite band’s next tour date, make this the night.

An Evening with Tanasi – Album Release Celebration ft. Billy Cardine, Mary Lucey & Anya Hinkle
2026-05-09 20:00 - 23:30 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
AN EVENING WITH TANASI
Tanasi, from Asheville, NC, crafts a rich, world-inspired mountain sound, refracting global sounds through their Appalachian lens.

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Show
2026-05-09 21:00 - 23:00 | The River Arts District Brewing Company, 13 Mystery Street, Asheville, 28801
Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it’s a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!!
A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!!
ages 18+
doors at 8:30, show at 9pm
Tickets $18

Baby Wants Candy Performing Shamilton! An Improvised Hip-Hop Musical – Presented by Asheville Improv Festival
2026-05-09 21:30 - 23:30 | The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, 28801
Asheville Improv Festival | Night 4 | Saturday 9:30 PM
Ever heard of this show “Hamilton”? Shamilton is just like that, but (ahem) better! Expect the same level of hip hop, incredible songs, stunning choreography and powerhouse singing… except made up on the spot!
Studded with 5-star reviews at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe, followed by packed houses and more rave reviews on a UK tour, Shamilton! An Improvised Hip-Hop Musical has been wowing audiences the world over. Featuring the top improvisors, rappers and musicians in Chicago, Shamilton thrills audiences with completely unchoreographed choreography, unrehearsed hip hop delights and hilarious spontaneous storytelling in a show that often opens nightly to endless queues and closes to standing ovations.
Once a historical figure/celebrity has been suggested by the audience, the whip-smart cast and phenomenal band The Shamiltones entirely improvise an epic musical; the songs, the dialogue, the plot… even the choreography! Every night is a new musical; tonight it could be Guy Fieri, tomorrow Kamala Harris, the day after basketball playing superdog Air Bud.
This smash hit phenomenon will make you “talk less. Smile more”. Don’t miss your shot… to see Shamilton!
Opening will be local narrative improv theatre company, Adesto Theatre — featuring Laurie Jones and Paul Vonasek!

Weekly Sunday Scrabble
2026-05-10 13:30 - 16:30 | Stephens Lee Recreation Center, 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Your favorite word game! Maybe you enjoy Wordle, or Boggle, or Words with Friends, or online Scrabble! Or maybe you remember enjoying Scrabble in the past! We have all the equipment, so just stroll in and let’s play a few games every Sunday afternoon! It’s fine to drop by, be late, leave early, but soon you will want to spend the whole afternoon with us! We have folks who drive in from TN, SC, and neighboring counties. All levels of play. Free challenges for those strange words, and we have a “cheat sheet” for new folks! See you Sunday!

FREE PATIO SHOW: Stella Hansen
2026-05-10 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– FREE SHOW
– ALL AGES
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
STELLA HANSEN
Stella Hansen, a Nashville native, embodies the sound of her hometown. Starting when she was just 4 years old, she would accompany her dad on his lunch break to the classic honky tonk, Robert’s Western World. This is one of the places she first fell in love with music. Stella grew up surrounded by the sweet sounds of traditional country music and old time alike. She often attended the square dances in her neighborhood and became entranced by the vibrant sound of the fiddles and banjos. Although let it be noted as a mandolin maker’s daughter, the mandolin will always be near and dear to her heart. This musical foundation pulled her towards the local two step dance halls in Nashville, where as a young adult, her passion was reignited. Stella Hansen’s long-awaited debut EP, Going to Portland, out now, captures the raw emotions of leaving home for the first time. It’s a snapshot, written when Stella was just 18, offering a rare glimpse into the earliest stages of adulthood and self-discovery. The track list follows the order in which the songs were written, allowing listeners to grieve, contemplate loneliness, and find closure alongside Stella. Spanning a full year of writing but distilled into just 20 minutes, the EP takes the listener on an intimate journey.

Mom Genes Comedy
2026-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The River Arts District Brewing Company, 13 Mystery Street, Asheville, 28801
Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we at getting into and laughing at our Mommy Issues!
Being a mom is hard and being a kid can be harder.
Join us this Mother’s Day to toast and joke about the mother’s that left us a bit messed up
Who doesn’t have a few mommy issues??
ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

Infamous Hollman Sisters
2026-05-10 19:30 - 21:00 | The White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
Blood harmonies, original tunes and a little Appalchian charm.
Hailing from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, these southern siblings delight with their pure unique style and blend of eclectic Americana and original, blood harmonies and matriarchal melodies.
As sisters, Rebecca and Katherine began their harmonious journey at birth. Writing, creating and sculpting sound was a family birthright and music a family affair.
Over time,their ethereal blood harmonies have received particular notoriety as the front women of the Celtic Rock band, Tuatha Dea. The girls have left their indelible signature vocals across a myriad of traditions and genres from Americana to Celtic to Rock and beyond. Yet, through it all their Appalachian roots remain true and constant.
“The Infamous Holman Sisters” features the incredible melodic and sweeping musical stylings of Miss Dawn Cunningham on violin. Dawn’s textured layering and emotional melodies dynamically infuse and perfectly compliments both original ballads and fan favorites. Her lifelong devotion to her craft is instantaneously recognizable from note one and she completes this triad of feminine southern energy charm.
Accompanied by “The Sister Misters” Danny and Chris the group provides a full sound that exudes the close family connection.
Now residing in the Appalachian Mountains of east Tennessee, the ladies are excited to be exploring their creative roots through emotional storytelling and original melody.
Sunday, May 10th at 7:30 pm, The suggested price per ticket is $20

Bella White
2026-05-10 20:00 - 22:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
BELLA WHITE
The third album from Bella White, A Sign In The Weather is a body of work steeped in the life-altering magic of its origins. While touring in support of her widely lauded sophomore LP Among Other Things (and sharing bills with the likes of Dierks Bentley, Tyler Childers, and The Red Clay Strays), the Calgary-born singer/songwriter left her home on Vancouver Island and moved to New Orleans, where she soon became happily enmeshed in the city’s vibrant indie-rock scene. As she immersed herself in the unfettered and open-hearted creativity of her newfound musical community, the 25-year-old lifelong musician began assembling a suite of songs that stretch far beyond her bluegrass roots and arrive at a moodier and more audacious breed of folk/Americana. Made with her close-knit circle of collaborators, A Sign In The Weather both echoes the homespun nature of its creation and signals a powerful evolution in her one-of-a-kind artistry.
Co-produced by White and Ross Farbe (a New Orleans-based producer/songwriter/musician who’s also worked with Esther Rose and Drugdealer), A Sign In The Weather marks a departure from the more lavish scale of Among Other Things—a 2023 release produced by Jonathan Wilson (Angel Olsen, Father John Misty) and recorded with esteemed musicians like Big Thief guitarist Buck Meek. This time around, White joined forces with her longtime bandmate Patrick M’Gonigle (on fiddle) and local musicians like drummer Sam Gelband, bassist Gina Leslie, guitarist Nick Corson, and vocalist Maddy Kirgo, dreaming up a nuanced yet potent sound that spotlights the singular character of her enchanting vocals and graceful guitar work. Also featuring contributions from Farbe (on guitar, percussion, organ, and synth), pianist Duncan Troast, and Nashville-based pedal-steel player Nikolai Shveitser, A Sign In The Weather ultimately brings a bold new energy to the sophisticated musicality White first cultivated by taking up guitar at age eight (thanks in part to the influence of her father, a Virginia-born bluegrass musician who raised her on classic country and old-time music).
The latest installment in a catalog that began with her 2021 debut album Just Like Leaving, A Sign In The Weather also uncovers new layers of White’s soul-searching songwriting—an element praised by major outlets like Rolling Stone and NPR (who stated that “Sometimes the minute you hear a voice, you know it’s for the ages”). “New Orleans is such a musical city, and the experience of being around a lot of songwriters in particular has been so inspiring to me,” she notes. With its subtle interplay of poetic introspection and stream-of-consciousness outpouring, the album embodies a raw urgency that stems from White’s real-time processing of a period of intense change. To that end, A Sign In The Weather takes its title from one of the first songs written for LP: “Without Making A Sound,” an in-the-moment reflection on the painful confusion of letting go and moving on. “Right around when I decided to move I also ended a relationship—it felt like a chapter of my life was closing, and I was experiencing a lot of sadness and guilt and other big feelings,” White recalls. “When I wrote that song I was traveling somewhere that’s usually very warm, but it was like the gray gloominess of the Pacific Northwest had followed me there. It felt like it brought everything full circle to make that the album title, especially because making the choice to shake up my life really opened the floodgates for all the songs to come.”

Piano Recital: Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin and more with Adam Golka
2026-05-12 19:00 - 21:00 | First Baptist Church of Asheville, 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Described as having “brilliant technique and real emotional depth” by the Washington Post, Adam Golka joins the Asheville Symphony for a solo recital program featuring works by Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin and Schoenberg.
Golka leads a rich artistic life as orchestral soloist, recitalist, chamber musician, recording artist, pedagogue, and innovator. A first-generation American, born to Polish parents, Adam has performed with many of the major orchestras around the world including the San Francisco, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, and Seattle symphonies, the BBC Scottish Symphony, the National Arts Centre Orchestra (Canada), the Warsaw Philharmonic, the Shanghai Philharmonic, the Orquesta Filarmónica de Jalisco (Mexico), and the Orquesta Sinfónica Nacional (Colombia).
Beethoven: Sonata No. 24 in F-sharp Major
Brahms: Sonata No. 2 in F-sharp minor
Schoenberg: Drei Klavierstücke (Three Piano Pieces)
Chopin: Twelve Etudes
All tickets are general admission, open seating.
The original soloist on this program, Awadagin Pratt, had to withdraw from this engagement due to unforeseen circumstances. If you have any questions, please contact the Asheville Symphony box office at (828) 254-7046 or tickets@ashevillesymphony.org.

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
2026-05-13 17:00 - 18:45 | Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC, 28801
The Elements!
In May, everything is in bloom and popping out and so are the Elements! The Elements in 5Rhythms® is Flowing-Earth, Staccato-Fire, Chaos-Water, Lyrical-Air, Stillness-Ether!
How do the Elements move through your body at the present moment? We must take the time to honor Mother Earth and all that she gives and brings to us! We move to the Maps of Gabrielle Roth.
About 5Rhythms®
Created by Gabrielle Roth and practiced by tens of thousands worldwide. 5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement practice rooted in the principles that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself.
About Karen:
5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabriellle Roth. Accredited 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 9 years. Through the dance, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested in how energy moves on the dance floor through the Breath and Body!
Dance movement timeline:
Doors open at 5 PM for warm up and close at 5:45 for the opening circle. The wave is complete at 6:45PM. If you can arrive at 5 PM that is best but you are welcome to come to the dance anytime before 5:45 PM.
5 PM: Warm-up, Meditative stretching and dancing.
5:45 PM: Doors Close, Opening circle
Demonstration of the 5 Rhythms of Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness. Welcoming walking meditation
6:00 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms
6:45 PM:Share,Closing Circle/End
Thank you and see ya on the dance floor soon! Love K
