Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

“A very fun whodunit that strikes contemporary parallels on the way to its grand reveal.”
– The New York Times

“Reminds you what a breezy night of pure entertainment feels like.”
-TheatreMania

“An intriguing must-see production”
– Broadway World

Official Website

©Hasbro. All rights reserved.

Two shows, one experience! 

From April 18 through the 21, TheatreUNCA will host two productions “Sincerely,” and “The Egg” in the Carol Belk Theatre.

Tickets are $2 and available for purchase here: https://our.show/sincerelytheegg

On April 18-20, the show begins at 7:30 p.m. and on April 21 it begins at 2 p.m. The runtime is approximately 90 minutes with a 15 minute intermission. The show includes fog, haze, mentions of self harm and disordered eating, and explicit language.

A short pre-show outside Carol Belk Theatre will begin at 6:30pm on April 18-20, 1 p.m. on April 21, featuring music and food offered by Queen’s Island Cuisine and Cooking with Comedy food trucks!

About the shows:

“Sincerely,” written and directed by Mack Moseley ’24, is an experimental play exploring what it means to live in the world (as we perceive it to be) with sincerity. This collage-style theater piece lives on a continuum from the sincere and real to the superficial and performed. These stories are told in short scenes by characters isolated in their relationships, desperately trying to discern what is real.

“The Egg”  is based on an original short story written by Andy Weir and is adapted and directed by Alex McFadden. The play follows an individual’s experience with the afterlife upon their death, and their meeting with an individual known as God.

Guests will meet at Dssolvr Asheville (63 N. Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize!

The hunt involves walking a distance of up to 2.0 miles in total and will take place rain or shine, so long as the weather does not become dangerous. The hunt typically takes about 60 minutes to complete.

Children under 10 years old are welcome to participate for free with the purchase of an Adult ticket.

By John Logan
Directed by Julie Kinter
Fangmeyer Theatre

Starring Lyn Donley as Sue Mengers

Step into the glitz and glamour of Hollywood’s golden age with I’ll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers! This captivating one-woman show, penned by acclaimed writer John Logan, invites you into the opulent world of legendary talent agent Sue Mengers. Set against the backdrop of 1981 Beverly Hills, this intimate and revealing performance offers a front-row seat to Mengers’ life, career, and the tantalizing secrets of the stars she represented. Get ready for an evening of laughter, scandal, and behind-the-scenes tales that will leave you hungry for more. Bette Midler originated the role and now its back on its feet with the one and only Lyn Donley!

Rated PG-13, strong language.

Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Matilda: The Musical, a delightfully imaginative adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s book. This Tony Award-winning musical weaves the story of Matilda, a young girl with a sharp wit, unbounded imagination, and psychokinetic powers. Despite the indifference of her shallow parents and the tyranny of the oppressive headmistress Miss Trunchbull, Matilda discovers the strength within herself to change her story. Infused with dark humor, whimsical storytelling, and dazzling performances, Matilda: The Musical is a testament to the power of imagination, resilience, and the transformative magic of learning. A must-see for audiences of all ages who love heartwarming tales of triumph against all odds.

A talkback with the cast & crew of Matilda: The Musical will be held following the performances on April 14th and 21st.

A special spring performance is in store when North Carolina actor Susan King
portrays legendary writer Emily Dickinson in The Belle of Amherst by William Luce (one-hour version) on
Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 4pm in the Parish Hall of the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness.
The performance is free and open to the public.

When given the opportunity to be part of The Music and Art Series, Ms. King said, “I am deeply honored to
have been invited by my friend, Dewitt Tipton, to participate in this marvelous series as a humble and
hopefully worthy representative of Emily Dickinson, one of the world's masters of the short lyric poem.
Emily Elizabeth Dickinson was born December 10, 1830 to Squire Edward and Emily Norcross Dickinson of
Amherst, Massachusetts. She is remembered from her school days as being clever, charming, and
outstanding among her peers in literary composition. Denied most of the comforts and satisfactions that
sustain humanity, particularly love, marriage, and a secure religious faith, Emily lived intensely, finding in
her books, her garden, and friends with whom she corresponded the possibilities of rich experience and
fulfillment.

To the few people who really knew her, she was a fascinating woman who always wore white, never married,
and was known amongst the Amherst townsfolk as "Squire Edward Dickinson's half-cracked daughter."
Playwright Luce has dramatically woven poems, letters, lines and phrases of Dickinson’s in a conversational
style that is both humorous and deeply moving. We meet in The Belle of Amherst a shy, funny woman who
was a co-conspirator with children, who loved animals, nature, and words, and who lived her solitary life in a
rich and deliberate way.

Ms. King is a graduate of Mars Hill University. The Belle of Amherst remains the defining artistic experience
of Susan’s professional career. She is retired from Appalachian State University and resides in Boone.
The Parish Hall is located across the street from the church at 1905 Greenville Highway. For more
information visit www.stjohnflatrock.org.

Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, CLUE is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

“A very fun whodunit that strikes contemporary parallels on the way to its grand reveal.”
– The New York Times

“Reminds you what a breezy night of pure entertainment feels like.”
-TheatreMania

“An intriguing must-see production”
– Broadway World

Official Website

©Hasbro. All rights reserved.

Spring Musical

Finding Nemo KIDS

2nd-4th Grades

Mondays

2:30pm-4:00pm

2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29

*No Class 4/1/2024

Dress Rehearsal: 4/22 2:30-4:00pm

Performance: 4/29/2024 3:30pm

Tuition: $270

Students will learn all about teamwork as they work together with their classmates and a professional Teaching Artist to perform scenes and songs from a short musical. Each actor will receive their own part with lines and songs to learn. Class time will be used for rehearsal and a performance complete with costumes and props will take place on the final class day.

In Person at Weaverville Elementary School

129 S Main St, Weaverville, NC 28787

The Price Is Right Live™ is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” to win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car! Play classic games just like on television’s longest running and most popular gameshow…from Plinko™ to Cliffhangers™ to The Big Wheel™ and even the fabulous Showcase. Playing to near sold-out audiences for more than20years, the Price Is Right Live™ has entertained millions of guests and given away more than15milliondollars in cash and prizes. If you’re a fan of The Price Is Right™ on TV, you’ll no doubt love this exciting, live (non-televised), on-stage version of the show!

WomanSong of Asheville is back and excited to take on HART Theatre April 23rd at Highland Brewing Company @12 Old Charlotte Highway.

Asheville – Get ready for an exhilarating local game show that combines the excitement of competition with the creative energy of the performing arts. We are thrilled to announce the launch of ‘?They Said What?’, a monthly game show based on a conglomeration of popular game shows you know and love. ‘?They Said What?’ will feature local performing arts organizations in a head-to-head competition, not for audiences, but to win financial support for their respective organizations. The winning team will walk away with half the gross proceeds from the evening’s ticket sales.

‘?They Said What?’ is set to revolutionize the world of local game shows by bringing together Asheville’s vibrant performing arts community and the thrill of audience participation. On the third Wednesday of each month, five (5) representatives each, from two local performing arts organizations will take center stage and go head-to-head, testing their knowledge and quick thinking. The winning team will earn half of the ticket sales from that month’s show. The other half will be dedicated to production expenses. This unique concept aims to support and celebrate the local performing arts community by providing a financial incentive to the winning organization. “We are incredibly excited to unveil ‘?They Said What?‘ to performing arts organizations and to the wider community,” said Stephanie Hickling Beckman, Different Strokes’ executive director. “By combining the thrill of competition with the mission of supporting local performing arts organizations, we hope to create a memorable experience for both participants and audiences.”

All shows begin at 6:00 pm and will be hosted by Different Strokes’ very own Zakiya Bell-Rogers, who will guide the teams and engage the audience throughout the competition. Audiences can expect an entertaining, and hilarious showdown as local nonprofit organizations compete for bragging rights and financial support. WomanSong of Asheville, returns on April 17th to face HART Theatre.

You can participate now, by helping us to build our survey question database by answering these ‘?They Said What?’ Survey Questions. If you are a part of  a non-profit that would like to compete for your organization, please complete this application

This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award-winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying”, “I Gotta Crow”, “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland”. PETER PANembraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!

Peter Pan‘s run time is 2 hours including intermission.

This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award-winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. The adventure begins when PETER PAN and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of pixie dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying”, “I Gotta Crow”, “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland”. PETER PANembraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will be Hooked!

Peter Pan‘s run time is 2 hours including intermission.

This is Bluey’s Big Play, For Real Life. When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and new music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show made just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets, this is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.

Bluey’s Big Play is presented by BBC Studios and Andrew Kay in association with Windmill Theatre Co. Website: blueylive.com Facebook / Instagram: @OfficialBlueyTV

The classic ballet, Swan Lake, tells a timeless tale of romance and enchantment. Set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic and groundbreaking score, this poignant drama of true love and sacrifice captivates audiences to this day with it’s range of technically and emotionally challenging roles for both Principal dancers and the Corps de Ballet. European Royal Classical Ballet invites you to join the thousands of audience members through the years who have sat spellbound for an evening under the influence of this magnificent and magical ballet. Witness firsthand, the strength of pure and eternal love in the face of a dark and powerful sorcerer as you delight in the technical prowess and emotional depth the professional artists of European Royal Classical Ballet bring to the stage.