Whether you are an art connoisseur or simply looking for something different, the gallery is an

easy-breezy way to enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon in west Asheville. Come see what we are

all about! We’d love to have you join us!!

The Pocket Project offers a monthly dose of inspiration for artists who want to jump-start new work, overcome blocks, return to creativity, or play and experiment with fresh ideas.

Martha Whythblath's tragic death was a shock to poetry lovers everywhere, especially in Asheville. Martha was known for a style of writing and performance that was often both vulnerable and abrasive. Abstract but inviting. Join us for an evening of poetry and communion to celebrate those we have lost and those we still have with us. This event premiered at the Asheville Fringe Festival.

An interactive performance that turns the U.S. citizenship process into a live absurd competition. Hosted by Carolina Quiroga, with Tom Chalmers as the game show assistant, audience volunteers become contestants facing mock interviews, paperwork races, loyalty rituals, cultural explanations, and unpredictable bureaucratic tests.

Born from the Writing Without an Outline series, 'Romancing the Muse: Sunday Edition' is a monthly check-in with the beautiful, alluring, powerful, deep, eccentric, perfect, passionate, gentle, voluptuous, wise... voice within. Expect a blend of creative play, helpful instruction, and group support. Romancing the Muse explores alternative perspectives to narrative writing and creativity favoring an organic approach rooted in cultivation, curiosity, and care. R Lyon Bergh facilitating.

Join Speakeasy Improv for a monthly comedy show that will keep you laughing till you cry. Think "Whose Line is it Anyway" but with R rated shenanigans and plenty of good vibes to go around. The talented cast of WITB brings off the wall energy and fun to every show and it is ALL made up! So put on your best set of overalls and grab some friends to come out to party and find out "What's in the Box?"

Sunday Sessions | Monthly workshops investigating common creativity obstacles, with the opportunity to share a work-in-progress. This month’s topic: Archetype + Metaphor.

What if grade-school Show & Tell grew up, got a little weirder, and added a creative twist?  Join us for Story Parlor's most low-stakes storytelling-meets-creativity session designed for people who have cool stuff they want to talk about.

Improv Comedy presented by The Remnants!

Enjoy an evening of mind blowing entertainment that will leave your jaw on the floor. It’s 70 minutes of highly interactive experiences that you won’t believe. Limited seating. 18+ please.

The Pocket Project offers a monthly dose of inspiration for artists who want to jump-start new work, overcome blocks, return to creativity, or play and experiment with fresh ideas.

Born from the Writing Without an Outline series, 'Romancing the Muse: Sunday Edition' is a monthly check-in with the beautiful, alluring, powerful, deep, eccentric, perfect, passionate, gentle, voluptuous, wise... voice within. Expect a blend of creative play, helpful instruction, and group support. Romancing the Muse explores alternative perspectives to narrative writing and creativity favoring an organic approach rooted in cultivation, curiosity, and care. R Lyon Bergh facilitating.

Join this intimate evening of live music, featuring three excellent performers, each with a distinct take on the versatility and expressive potential of the classical guitar.

Held on First Sundays, join this all-arts open mic. Prepare a five minute original piece in whatever medium you so choose — storytelling, music, poetry, literature, comedy, dance — or simply come to enjoy and support the local arts community.

Join Speakeasy Improv for a monthly comedy show that will keep you laughing till you cry. Think "Whose Line is it Anyway" but with R rated shenanigans and plenty of good vibes to go around. The talented cast of WITB brings off the wall energy and fun to every show and it is ALL made up! So put on your best set of overalls and grab some friends to come out to party and find out "What's in the Box?"

A new First Friday Art Walk will bring art, music, performance, and community into the streets of East-West Asheville. Story Parlor, along with eleven other neighboring businesses will host free arts-centered events, inviting the public to stroll between participating locations and experience art, music, performance, and creative programming throughout the evening.

What if grade-school Show & Tell grew up, got a little weirder, and added a creative twist?  Join us for Story Parlor's most low-stakes storytelling-meets-creativity session designed for people who have cool stuff they want to talk about.

Long-running reading series, Juniper Bends, presents an evening of poetry and music featuring local and visiting artists.

Enjoy an evening of mind blowing entertainment that will leave your jaw on the floor. It’s 70 minutes of highly interactive experiences that you won’t believe. Limited seating. 18+ please.

Sunday, March 22 | Noctis Theatre Company, an independent ensemble based in New York and London dedicated to creating timely and current work exploring identity, announces its upcoming US tour of The Last Time I Saw Caileigh.  Workshop/Performance/Talkback

To celebrate the start of a new season – one of emerging pale greens, clear mornings, and the sudden breaking of buds – we’ve gathered four songwriters from across our mountain region to perform their original songs that meditate on this transitional time of waking blooms.

Becomyth Presents Book 4 of the We Begin In Chaos series — From Dusk and Dawn sets the audience on a crash course through a chain of beginnings exploring what happens in the face of failure. New worlds form at the command of powerful creators.

The Pocket Project offers a monthly dose of inspiration for artists who want to jump-start new work, overcome blocks, return to creativity, or play and experiment with fresh ideas.

Join us for an intimate evening of connection and creativity as former Story Parlor Artist-in-Residence Shunyu Huang hosts a roundtable conversation and collaborative performance with guests from Asheville’s BIPOC community, celebrating the “five flavors of life” and the shared threads of humanity.

Friday, March 13 | Jamie Laval takes listeners on a musical journey across the Scottish Highlands, Ireland, and the misty shores of Brittany. Traditional Celtic fiddle tunes and original compositions are interspersed with the telling of mysterious stories from days of old.

Born from the Writing Without an Outline series, 'Romancing the Muse: Sunday Edition' is a monthly check-in with the beautiful, alluring, powerful, deep, eccentric, perfect, passionate, gentle, voluptuous, wise... voice within.

Join Speakeasy Improv for a monthly comedy show that will keep you laughing till you cry. Think "Whose Line is it Anyway" but with R rated shenanigans and plenty of good vibes to go around. The talented cast of WITB brings off the wall energy and fun to every show and it is ALL made up! So put on your best set of overalls and grab some friends to come out to party and find out "What's in the Box?"

The Last Light of Tullowyth is an immersive fantasy musical that invites audiences to step inside a living story. In a kingdom ruled by an evil queen, the rightful heir to the throne emerges from hiding, and she and her comrades ignite a rebellion to reclaim the crown. Told through original music, sharp humor, and lively audience interaction, the story unfolds all around you.

Held on First Sundays, join this all-arts open mic. Prepare a five minute original piece in whatever medium you so choose — storytelling, music, poetry, literature, comedy, dance — or simply come to enjoy and support the local arts community.