Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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.
SOLD OUT! | Meet The Bygones, a new indie folk project by YouTube veterans Josh Turner and Allison Young. This will be their first time ever performing in Asheville!
The Campfireball is an immersive storytelling show created live and in the moment out of stories from the audience. No two shows are alike, none will ever be seen again. This month’s theme — Failure!
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.
Botticelli Babes is an interactive comedy storytelling phenomenon that brings audiences the scintillating stories of history's most infamous women.
The Great Smokies Writing Program presents “Writers at Home” with featured readers from The Great Smokies Review.
Join this evening of poetry and music featuring Michael Hettich, Richard Jackson, and Kris Gruda.
Long-running reading series, Juniper Bends, presents an evening of poetry and music featuring local and visiting artists. This month’s theme: “The Secret Life of Plants!”
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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 Story Medicine Worldwide for a screening of Steven Spielberg’s The Post, followed by a post-viewing conversation facilitated by local author, Meta Commerse.
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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.
Embrace what haunts you for this evening of nightmare tales to chill the dark autumn night.
(SOLD OUT!) | Join us for a celebratory evening in honor of our two year anniversary! Along with programming a few select comedy and performance acts, Story Parlor will open the stage to anyone who wishes to share an original five-minute piece—from stories, music, comedy, poetry, and prose—commemorating the theme of “toasts, traditions, and trips around the sun.”
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.
(SOLD OUT!) | Hosted by Tom Chalmers, Listen to This, Stories and More presents an evening of true-to-life stories (and more!).
Join Speakeasy Improv on third Thursdays for a monthly Improv Jam Session. Come for the free improv and stay for the community! What better place to test out your improv skills than in a low stakes setting among friends.
Lonesome Station Presents: Christopher Paul Stelling and Special Guest
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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.
Tell the audience why you think there's a poem in your story, and get matched with a local poet whose job is to discover it for podcast There's a Poem in That, hosted by Emmy-winning, Grammy-nominated poet Todd Boss.
(Sold out!) | Hosted by Tom Chalmers, Listen to This, Stories and More presents an evening of true-to-life stories (and more!).
SOLD OUT! | 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.
Join us for an evening of stories, music, and poetry honoring the balance of light and darkness, change and renewal, and new beginnings.
The Campfireball is an immersive storytelling show created live and in the moment out of stories from the audience. No two shows are alike, none will ever be seen again. This month’s theme — FATE!
SOLD OUT! | An evening of Folk Music with Tina & Her Pony.
3-2-1 Boom! Speakeasy is back at Story Parlor on March 8th with The Mullet Traders and friends. We have 3-prov, 2-prov and 1 Stand-up Boom! Come out to see some of Ashevilles best improvisers take on a night of long form.
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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.
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.
A collection of poetry, skits, and monologues centered on resiliency presented by the Black Diamond Group Performance Ensemble — an all black acting group based in Asheville.
Join this evening of poetry and music featuring Richard Chess, Katherine Soniat, and Adam Lion.
Join us for an evening of music, poetry, and storytelling — with this month’s AVL Revue shining the spotlight on some the beloved recurring events at Story Parlor, all while offering a glimpse into the year ahead. We invite the group, and they invite the participating artist!
Join Speakeasy Improv on third Thursdays for a monthly Improv Jam Session. Come for the free improv and stay for the community! What better place to test out your improv skills than in a low stakes setting among friends.
The Campfireball is an immersive storytelling show created live and in the moment out of stories from the audience. No two shows are alike, none will ever be seen again. This month’s theme — LOVE BUGS!
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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.
SOLD OUT! | 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.
To kick off their 2024 spring classes, Great Smokies Writing Program presents a Faculty & Staff “Writers at Home” Reading. The reading will be followed by a chance for guests and readers to mingle. Come with any questions you have about the Great Smokies Writing Program’s classes!
SOLD OUT! | The Campfireball is an immersive storytelling show created live and in the moment out of stories from the audience. No two shows are alike, none will ever be seen again!
Presented by Asheville Classical Guitar Society, join this intimate evening of classical guitar, featuring the Avanti Guitar Trio.
Held on First Thursdays, join this all-arts open mic presented by Story Parlor and Speakeasy Improv. 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.
SOLD OUT! | In this exploration of death, both literal and figurative, five writers share stories on resilience, grace, and rebirth with an invitation to craft our own living legacies. Presented by Tikva Kingrea.
Speakeasy Improv Presents: Stand-up, Rap Battles, and Improv oh my! You know we pulled out all of the stops for you (not as many as Santa, but close)!
The holidays, despite their bright lights and jolly jingles, can be a difficult time for many who have suffered loss in their lives. Join Story Parlor for an evening of stories, music, and performance about finding good in the grief, joy in the world, and hope for the holidays.
Hosted by Tom Chalmers, Listen to This: Stories and More on Stage presents "Christmas Where I Come From" — true tales of particular takes on the traditional holiday