Hundreds of characters. Four actors. One epic journey home. On October 20 at 8 p.m., New York’s The Acting Company casts a 3,000-year-old epic poem in new, contemporary context. This fresh adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey by director Lisa Peterson is set in a present-day relocation center, where four young women fleeing conflict in Middle […]
Stand-up returns to the Wortham with The Comedy Zone
As seen in Asheville Scene, Oct. 13, 2023 The theater lights dim, a spotlight blinks on, and golden light is cast across a lone microphone at centerstage. The evening’s entertainer arrives, and the hushed crowd erupts into laughter that echoes throughout the intimate venue. Though these are nationally renowned, touring comedians, this isn’t a one-off […]
Time lapse: Diana Wortham Theatre stage gets a facelift
The stage is set, sanded, and painted for the Wortham Center’s 23-24 season! Enjoy this behind-the-scenes time lapse of our production crew hard at work. Ticket Packages Don’t wait to reserve your seats! Discount packages are available; call the box office with your order: 828-257-4530 x 1.
Wortham Center announces inspiring artists for new season
Asheville Scene, September 1, 2023 The Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Asheville is proud to announce a full lineup of world-class companies and performers for its 2023-24 season, which runs from September through May. Beginning with a season-opening show on Saturday, Sept. 23, the Wortham Center’s 2023-24 season brings a wide range […]
Wortham Presents 2023-2024 Playbill
The full playbill for the 2023-2024 Wortham Presents season, with information about season performances; sponsors, advertiser and supporter ads; Wortham programs; ways to give; and more.
2023-2024 Season Preview Video
Be bold. Be surprised. Be entertained. Be transported. Be changed. Be here. This season, there are more reasons than ever to be at the Wortham. What are yours? Welcome to the Wortham Presents 2023-2024 season. FRIENDS OF THE WORTHAM: Advance sales for Friends is now through August 15. To purchase tickets, come by the box […]
