The Wortham Center family joins our community in remembering and honoring the life of Diana Gayle Wortham, whose vision, generosity, and dedication helped shape the cultural landscape of Western North Carolina. For more than 30 years, Diana’s steadfast support of the arts and commitment to community enrichment were instrumental in the growth and success of […]
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A Night to Remember: Community Voices Shine in “Stony the Road”
One month later, the echoes of Reginald Golden Singers remain—a reminder of what happens when a community doesn’t just witness art, but becomes part of it.
Wortham’s black box comedy series is gaining traction in its third season.
As seen in Asheville-Citizen Times November 14, 2025 In a town where comedy is popping up everywhere, The Comedy Zone at Wortham offers something different: a polished, intimate experience that blends the energy of a national comedy club with the charm of a performing arts venue. Thanks to its partnership with The Comedy Zone—the nation’s […]
A message from Rae Geoffrey: Thank you for an incredible season
With Deepest Gratitude The 2024-25 Wortham Presents season has come to a close—and what a season it was. In a year shaped by resilience and recovery, your support—as a donor, subscriber, ticket buyer, volunteer or advocate—turned every performance into something unforgettable. With heartfelt appreciation, Managing Director Rae Geoffrey shares a special thank-you message—a reflection on […]
Renowned illusionist Jeki Yoo brings quick-change and close-up magic to the Wortham, April 24
The magic of world-renowned illusionist Jeki Yoo — known as “the cutest magician of all time” on social media — comes to downtown Asheville Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m., for an act that left notorious critic Simon Cowell stunned in a 2017 appearance on America’s Got Talent. South Korean magician Jeki Yoo first made […]
Once upon a time, there was a princess…
“Once upon a time, there was a princess born to a king and queen who were banished from the island of Ériu and forced to flee to America in a coffin ship.” So begins the true, award-winning story of former New York City call girl Mary Goggin in “Runaway Princess: A Hopeful Tale of Heroin, […]
