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Asheville Amadeus Festival Celebrates Storytelling Through Arts

Asheville Amadeus Festival showcasing music and arts

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The Asheville Amadeus Festival, from April 30 to May 10, 2025, will showcase music and arts under the theme ‘The Art of Storytelling.’ Featuring the Asheville Symphony Orchestra, innovative performances by Time For Three, and acclaimed mandolinist Chris Thile, the festival promises a rich cultural experience. Local talent will also shine with various artistic exhibitions and community events. Tickets are priced between $20 and $85, making this event accessible to all art enthusiasts.

Asheville – The Asheville Amadeus Festival is set to take place from April 30 to May 10, 2025, celebrating music and arts with this year’s theme, “The Art of Storytelling.” The festival will feature an array of performances, artistic expressions, and community events, appealing to a diverse audience.

The Asheville Symphony Orchestra will play a prominent role during the festival, presenting multiple performances. Highlighting the symphonic offerings is the season finale titled “Tall Tales,” scheduled for two performances on May 3, 2025, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Asheville. The concert will include works by renowned composers such as Weber, Puts, Wagner, and Strauss, and will prominently feature the piece “Contact,” written specifically for the ensemble Time For Three.

Time For Three, known for their innovative blend of classical and contemporary music, includes violinists Charles Yang and Nick Kendall, along with bassist Ranaan Meyer. This GRAMMY- and Emmy-winning group will also take part in other festival events, including a Symphony Talk at The Mule at Devil’s Foot Beverage Company on May 1, followed by a concert at The Orange Peel.

Besides Time For Three, the festival boasts a notable performance by Chris Thile, an acclaimed GRAMMY Award-winning mandolinist and composer. Thile will present the finale concert, “An Evening with Chris Thile,” on May 10, 2025, at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. This performance will showcase Thile’s narrative song cycle “ATTENTION!” along with compositions by renowned classical composers Barber and Bach.

The festival will also include a variety of other artistic performances featuring local talent. A unique highlight is a free rendition of “Peter & the Wolf Gang” by The Asheville Conservatory of the Arts and a theatrical presentation of “King James” by NC Stage. Additional performances will involve the Blue Ridge Orchestra, Asheville Chamber Music, and the Asheville Youth Orchestra, promoting collaborative arts initiatives in the region.

The festival will kick off on April 30 with a Festival Kickoff and Beer Release at Appalachian Mountain Brewing, creating a lively atmosphere to welcome attendees. This event aims to engage the local community and celebrate the arts, setting the tone for the subsequent performances and activities.

Ticket prices for the various performances during the festival range from $20 to $85, making the event accessible to a wide audience. More information, including a full schedule of events, can be accessed online at ashevillesymphony.org/asheville-amadeus.

The Asheville Amadeus Festival is a biennial event that has become a significant cultural highlight, bringing together artists and audiences to celebrate the rich tapestry of storytelling through music and arts. This year’s emphasis on storytelling promises attendees an enriching experience, showcasing a blend of classics and contemporary works. The festival also fosters partnerships with various local arts organizations across Buncombe and Transylvania Counties, reinforcing the community’s vibrant cultural landscape.