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Wednesday, October 14
“SISTER ACT: THE MUSICAL” PRODUCTION, 2 p.m., mainstage, Flat Rock Playhouse, 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. Neil Simon’s “Sister Act” will be performed through Oct. 25, with varying starting times. As for the show, an FRP promotion stated, “When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she hides out in the last place anyone would look — a convent. Suddenly, the sequins are swapped for habits, and the nightclub turns into a nave. But when Deloris brings her unholy amount of soul to the choir loft, heaven gets a whole new groove. ’Sister Act’ is a holy-rolling, soul-lifting celebration of sisterhood, second chances and songs that raise the roof. As Deloris helps the sisters find their voices, they just might change her heart in return. Part divine comedy, part disco revival, it’s proof that a little funk — and a lot of faith — can turn any sanctuary into a showstopper.” For tickets, which start at $60, visit online at www.FlatRockPlayhouse.org.
JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ JAM, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night is held every Wednesday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience in a jazz jam. Admission is free.
SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance.
SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.
SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.
LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance — salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.
Thursday, October 15
RHYTHM & BREWS CONCERT, 5:30-9:30 p.m., closed-off section of South Main Street, downtown Hendersonville. The Finkelstein Three band, an acousitc trio playing bluegrass and “jazzgrass” music, will open the show at 5:30 p.m. in the city’s season finalé of its Rhythm & Brews Concert Series. The headliner, Unspoken Tradition, playing traditional bluegrass and “newgrass” music, will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets, Admission is free.
JOHN WAITE CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. John Waite, billed as “the golden voice of rock.” will perform in concert. A promotion added, “Legendary rock vocalist John Waite is bringing his timeless voice and massive catalog of hits to the historic Newberry Opera House stage. Performing career-spanning classics like the Billboard No. 1 smash: ‘Missing You,’ ‘The Babys,’ ‘Isn’t It Time’ and Bad English’s ‘When I See You Smile,’ he promises an unforgettable evening of high-energy rock and heartfelt balladry.” For tickets, visit online at www.NewberryOperaHouse.com.
PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.
Friday, October 16
Postcard Party/Social Time, 4:30-6 p.m., Trailside Brewing, 873 Lenox Park Drive, Hendersonville. A postcard party and social time will be hosted by the Progressive Alliance of Henderson County. The event is billed as a “monthly opportunity for civic-minded individuals to mingle and write postcards to elected officials and others on current legislative topics and concerns of participants. Postcards, suggestion sheet, recipient addresses and postage will be provided. “This month, we will contact our district’s candidates for state-level offices to let them know our priorities for this mid-term election, and what it will take to earn our votes. We will also share information regarding proposed N.C. constitutional amendments,” a promotion stated. “Attendees may choose to write to candidates of any political affiliation.” All are invited. Admission is free.
ANNIE COOMBS AND COMPANY SWING CONCERT, 4:30-8:15 p.m., bandstand and village green, Antler Hill Village, Biltmore Estate, One Lodge Street, Asheville. The band Annie Coombs and Coompany Swing will perform “‘jazz, bossa, Latin, gypsy, pop (and) swing” in the Live Music at the Bandstand series. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. Admission is free to Biltmore hotel guests, those with day-passes and annual passholders.
CELTIC CORNER CONCERT, 7 p.m., Black Mountain Presbyterian Church, 117 Montreat Road, Black Mountain. “Glencoe” will be performed by Celtic Corner on Pan Harmonia’s 27th season. Performers will include Glencoe Rosalind Buda, performing on Scottish smallpipes and whistle; Robin Bullock, guitar and cittern; and Sue Richards, harp. All are welcome. Admission is donation-based — “pay-as-you-can.”
“THE HOPE OF OZ” OUTDOOR THEATRICAL PRODUCTION, 7:30 p.m., Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre, 92 Gay St., (Montford neighborhood), Asheville. The Montford Park Players will perform “The Hope of Oz” Oct. 2-24 — at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays, Saturday and Sundays only. Also, no Sunday performance is scheduled for the last weekend of each show. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. General admission is free. For premium seating tickets, visit online at www.MontfordParkPlayers.org.
JIM MESSINA CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. John Waite, part of the iconic Loggins and Messina rock duo, will perform in concert. A promotion added, “Experience an evening with Jim Messina as he shares the songs, stories, and musical craftsmanship that helped define a generation of American rock and roots music. Audiences at the Newberry Opera House can look forward to a memorable performance from a celebrated artist whose influence continues to be felt across the music industry and among fans around the world.” For tickets, visit online at www.NewberryOperaHouse.com.
Saturday, October 17
TUXEDO JUNCTION CONCERT, 4:30-8:15 p.m., bandstand and village green, Antler Hill Village, Biltmore Estate, One Lodge Street, Asheville. The band Tuxedo Junction will perform “‘pop and yacht rock” in the Live Music at the Bandstand series. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. Admission is free to Biltmore hotel guests, those with day-passes and annual passholders.
Top of the World Carpenter’s Tribute SHOW, 7:30 p.m., Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 West 6th Street, Newton, N.C. Top of the World — a Carpenters Tribute will perform a musical salute to the Carpenters. For tickets, which are $40-$45, visit online at www.NCAuditorium.com.
LITTLE RIVER BAND CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Niswonger Performing Arts Center, 212 Tusculum Boulevard, Greeneville, Tenn. The Little River Band will perform in concert. “Little River Band) took the ‘70s and ‘80s by storm with multiplatinum albums and chart-topping hits, amassing over 360 million downloads and sales worldwide,” a promotion stated. “Dubbed ‘the best-singing band in the world’ by Eagles founding member, the late Glenn Frey, LRB continues to deliver the pristine harmonies and distinctive vocals that made them legendary. Led by 46-year veteran Wayne Nelson, who has contributed to 25 of the band’s albums, the current incarnation of LRB brings a refreshed energy to their timeless live presentation. For tickets, which are $65-$85 — and upwards to $149, depending on seating choice, visit online at www.GreenevilleNPAC.com.
Sunday, October 18
TONY BENNETT 100TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION, 3 p.m., Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. The Joe Gransden Quartet will perform a Tony Bennett 100th Birthday Celebration. A promotion added, “The Joe Gransden Quartet brings a world-class celebration to the stage to honor the 100th birthday of the legendary Tony Bennett, one of the most iconic voices in the history of the American Songbook. Led by the virtuosic Joe Gransden, whose singing voice has earned comparisons to Chet Baker and Frank Sinatra, the ensemble takes audiences on a swinging journey through Bennett’s illustrious career. Gransden is a seasoned performer who has released 19 CDs and toured with the big bands of Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller, earning high praise from icons like Smokey Robinson and Clint Eastwood. His dual talent as a soulful vocalist and a ‘hard bop’ trumpet player allows him to capture the essence of Bennett’s artistry while adding his own unique, lyrical flair to timeless hits and classics from Bennett’s famous peers. Hailing from a deep musical lineage that includes piano virtuoso Carmen Cavallaro, Gransden has spent his life immersed in the jazz tradition, performing over 300 shows annually at prestigious venues like Blue Note New York and Jazz at Lincoln Center. This tribute specifically highlights the sophisticated phrasing and emotional depth that made Tony Bennett a global treasure, featuring a curated collection of chart topping favorites and stories from the road. Whether he is leading his acclaimed 16 piece big band or his intimate quartet, Gransden’s ability to connect with an audience remains his greatest strength. This milestone celebration is not just a concert, but a heartfelt homage to ‘The Good Life’ and the enduring legacy of a man who left his heart in San Francisco and his mark on the world of music.” For tickets, visit online at www.NewberryOperaHouse.com.
Monday, October 19
CLASSIC RADIO CLUB LISTENING SESSION, 2 p.m., Polk Campus of Isothermal Community College, 1255 W. Mills St., Columbus, N,C. The Western North Carolina Classic Radio Club meets on the third Monday to listen to old-time radio shows that aired during the “Golden-Age” of radio. All are welcome. Admission is free.
SHAG DANCE, 6-9 p.m., Holiday Inn, 101 West Springbrook Drive, Johnson City, Tenn. The Mountain Empire Shag Society will host a shag dance. Gate and doors open at 6 p.m., with the dance held from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for nonmembers.
BLUE MONDAY WITH MR. JIMMY, 7-9 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. “Blue Monday With Mr. Jimmy” will be held, featuring the Chicago-style blues singer-guitarist.
Tuesday, October 20
THE LADS AVL CONCERT, 6-8:30 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. The Lads AVL will perform.
JOHN HENRYS CONCERT/DANCE, 8 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 West Walnut St., Asheville. The John Henrys will perform music for listening and/or dancing.
Wednesday, October 21
JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ JAM, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night is held every Wednesday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience in a jazz jam. Admission is free.
SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance.
SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.
SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.
“ARTIFACTS FROM GREENVILLE’S 1800s” HISTORICAL SOCIETY LECTURE, 6:30-8 p.m., Downtown Presbyterian Church, 435 Washington St., downtown Greenville, S.C. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. John Nolan will give a talk on “Artifacts From Greenville’s 1800s” as part of the Greenville County Historical Society Lecture Series.” Regarding the presentation, a promotion noted, “Objects that survived the century. and what they tell us about the people who owned them.” Admission is free for GCHS members and $15 for nonmembers, who may pre-order tickets by visiting online at www.GreenvilleHistory.com.
LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance — salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.
Thursday, October 22
PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.
Friday, October 23
THREE GUYS AND MY DAD CONCERT, 4:30-8:15 p.m., bandstand and village green, Antler Hill Village, Biltmore Estate, One Lodge Street, Asheville. The band Three Guys and My Dad will perform “‘variety” in the Live Music at the Bandstand series. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. Admission is free to Biltmore hotel guests, those with day-passes and annual passholders.
BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE SHOW, 7:30 p.m., Walhalla Performing Arts Center, 101 E. North Broad St., Walhalla, S.C. The Stranger —A Tribute to Billy Joel 2026 will perform a musical tribute to Billy Joel. For tickets, which are $42-$62 (including fees), visit www.WalhallaPAC.com.
Saturday, October 24
TRANTHAM HILL BLUEGRASS CONCERT, 4:30-8:15 p.m., bandstand and village green, Antler Hill Village, Biltmore Estate, One Lodge Street, Asheville. The Trantham Hill Bluegrass band will perform “‘bluegrass” in the Live Music at the Bandstand series. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. Admission is free to Biltmore hotel guests, those with day-passes and annual passholders.
Monday, October 26
SHAG DANCE, 6-9 p.m., Holiday Inn, 101 West Springbrook Drive, Johnson City, Tenn. The Mountain Empire Shag Society will host a shag dance. Gate and doors open at 6 p.m., with the dance held from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 for nonmembers.
BLUE MONDAY WITH MR. JIMMY, 7-9 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. “Blue Monday With Mr. Jimmy” will be held, featuring the Chicago-style blues singer-guitarist.
Tuesday, October 27
THE LADS AVL CONCERT, 6-8:30 p.m., The Joint Next Door, 1185 Charlotte Highway, Fairview. The Lads AVL will perform.
Argentine Tango Class & Dance to DJ, 6-9:30 p.m., Urban Orchard Cider Company, 24 Buxton Avenue, Asheville. An intermediate Argentine tango dance class will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by a beginner class from 7 to 8 p.m. Teachers are Mary Morgan and Mike Eblen. A tango dance will be offered from 8 to 9:30 p.m. No partner required for the classes — and drop-ins always are allowed. No experience is needed for the beginners class.. A cash bar will be available. Light snacks provided and welcomed. As for attire, participants are uged to wear “comfortable, loose clothing, with shoes that are not rubber on the bottom. They (one’s shoes) need to be able to slip, slide and pivot. Suede or leather bottom shoes work best... Consider carrying your clean dance shoes into the venue, so that they do not get wet or bring dirt onto the dance floor... Please be very mindful of personal hygiene, as we are in very close embrace when dancing tango.” The suggested fee for the whole night is $10 is $30 per person to fund the teachers, the organizers, the DJ and the food.
JOHN HENRYS CONCERT/DANCE, 8 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 West Walnut St., Asheville. The John Henrys will perform music for listening and/or dancing.
Wednesday, October 28
JASON DECRISTOFARO’S JAZZ JAM, 6-8 p.m., Southern Appalachian Brewery, 822 Locust St., Hendersonville. Jason DeCristofaro’s Jazz Night is held every Wednesday. DeCristofaro performs on the stage with his band, joined by occasional instrumentalists or vocalists from the audience in a jazz jam. Admission is free.
SHAG DANCE/ROEBUCK, 6-9 p.m., Southport Bar & Grill, 629 Southport Road, Roebuck, S.C. The Upstate Shag Club will host a shag dance.
SHAG DANCE/ANDERSON, 6-9 p.m., AJ’s Bar & Grill, 101 Destination Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. The Electric City Shag Club will host a shag dance.
SHAG DANCE/GREENVILLE, 6-10 p.m., Spare Time Entertainment Center, 822 Congaree Road, Greenville, S.C. The Carolina Shag Club will offer a beginner shag lesson from 6 to 7 p.m., followed by its weekly shag dance — featuring Carolina beach music — from 7 to 10 p.m.
LATIN NIGHT DANCE, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, One World Brewery West, 520 Haywood Road, West Asheville. The event will begin with a dance lesson from 8:30 to 9 p.m. — and beginners are welcome. Following the lesson, an all-Latin dance — salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton — will be held, featuring music by DJ Mtn Vibez. The cover charge is $5 cash.
Thursday, October 29
PLEASURE CHEST CONCERT, 8-10 p.m., 5 Walnut Wine Bar, 5 Walnut St., downtown Asheville. The band Pleasure Chest will perform.
Friday, October 30
LAZY BIRDS CONCERT, 4:30-8:15 p.m., bandstand and village green, Antler Hill Village, Biltmore Estate, One Lodge Street, Asheville. The Lazy Birds band will perform “‘classic Americana” in the Live Music at the Bandstand series. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. Admission is free to Biltmore hotel guests, those with day-passes and annual passholders.
1970s TRIBUTE CONCERT, 7:30 p.m., Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, S.C. The ‘70s Kids — The Solid Gold Tribute Band will perform a musical salute to the music of the 1970s. Ass for the band, a promotion stated that the band “is a high-energy, power-packed, six-piece ensemble that brings the vibrant spirit of the 1970s to life with unmatched authenticity. Based in Charlotte, N.C., and performing nationwide, the band features three dynamic lead vocalists... supported by a virtuosic lineup of musicians... They specialize in a massive variety of genres from the decade, ranging from the smooth grooves of yacht rock and disco to the driving rhythms of classic rock and funk. Their stage show is a complete sensory experience, featuring period accurate costumes, colorful props, and a professional level of showmanship that has made them a favorite for festivals and prestigious theaters alike. What sets ‘70s Kids apart is their commitment to a 100 percent live performance, eschewing backing tracks or overdubs to ensure a raw and infectious energy that keeps audiences on their feet. Their expansive repertoire reads like a ‘Solid Gold’ jukebox, covering legendary artists such as the Bee Gees, Hall and Oates, Donna Summer, and Earth, Wind and Fire. Known for their engaging ‘crowd participation’-style, the band invites fans to sing along to every anthem, from the disco heat of ‘Stayin’ Alive’ to the breezy melodies of ‘Margaritaville.’ Whether they are recreating the glam of the early seventies or the polished pop of the decade’s end, ‘70s Kids deliver a nostalgic journey that honors the era’s musical legacy while creating a modern, ultra-fun celebration for fans of all ages.” For tickets, visit online at www.NewberryOperaHouse.com.
Saturday, October 31
ASHEVILLE JAZZ GROUP CONCERT, 4:30-8:15 p.m., bandstand and village green, Antler Hill Village, Biltmore Estate, One Lodge Street, Asheville. The Asheville Jazz Group will perform “‘jazz, pop (and) Latin” in the season finalé of the Live Music at the Bandstand series. Attendees are urged to bring lawnchairs and/or blankets. Admission is free to Biltmore hotel guests, those with day-passes and annual passholders.
Sunday, November 15
THOMAS KEESECKER CONCERT, 4 p.m., Paris Hall, the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, S.C. (The Parish Hall is across Greenville Highway from the main church building.) The return of the Christmas season will be celebrated with a return performance by pianist Thomas Keesecker in the Friends of Music & the Arts series at the church. Keesecker “has spent most of his career as director of music for churches in Virginia, Maryland and Montana. In 2017, he decided to focus on composing and perrorming his music throughout the country. His distinctive style combines classical foundations with jazz improvisation. Celtic and folk influences lend a special charm to his inspiring compositions,” a press released stated. Admission is free, but “donations will be appreciated to support Friends of Music & the Arts’ ongoing series,” the release added.
Tuesday, November 17
APOLLO5 CONCERT, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Avenue, Tryon. THE British vocal ensemble Apollo5 will perform in te chamber music concerts hosted by the Tryon Concert Association. “Their diverse repertoire spans five centuries, covering Renaissance, classical, contemporary, jazz, folk and pop,” a promotion said of the group. For tickets, visit online at wwwTryonConcerts.org, or call (888) 501-0297.
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