A Swannanoa Solstice

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave. Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, Asheville, NC, United States

For more than 20 years, this beloved local holiday tradition has ushered in the winter season with a joyful infusion of performances by the best and brightest artists in our region. This year, the celebration welcomes the next generation of musicians to the stage to spread seasonal warmth, magic and cheer with Celtic, American-roots and world-influenced music, rousing dance and timeless stories — illuminating winter’s darkest day with wonder and peace.

The 2023 A Swannanoa Solstice features performances by:

  • John Doyle
  • John Goforth
  • E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band
  • Jane Kramer
  • Becky Stone
  • Zoe & Cloyd
$58

Need A Little Christmas

Parr Center Theater 1206 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC, United States

Need A Little Christmas is a seasonal Radio City Music Hall-style show that includes beautifully choreographed tap numbers by a kick line, a Santa’s workshop, a heartfelt military tribute performance, international holiday customs, and a grand nativity conclusion. Featuring a cast of over forty-five performers and 450 spectacular costumes, Need a Little Christmas is a perfect holiday tradition for family, friends, and co-workers.

$31 – $49

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas

Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

Come celebrate the season here on ‘The Rock’ with the always popular A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas! Join in and sing along to some of your favorite holiday tunes like, “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Jingle Bells,” “O Holy Night,” and many more. With an incredible cast featuring dancers from Pat’s School of Dance and the Flat Rock Playhouse Chorus, there is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season!

$30 – $72

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas

Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

Come celebrate the season here on ‘The Rock’ with the always popular A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas! Join in and sing along to some of your favorite holiday tunes like, “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Jingle Bells,” “O Holy Night,” and many more. With an incredible cast featuring dancers from Pat’s School of Dance and the Flat Rock Playhouse Chorus, there is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season!

$30 – $72

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas

Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

Come celebrate the season here on ‘The Rock’ with the always popular A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas! Join in and sing along to some of your favorite holiday tunes like, “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Jingle Bells,” “O Holy Night,” and many more. With an incredible cast featuring dancers from Pat’s School of Dance and the Flat Rock Playhouse Chorus, there is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season!

$30 – $72

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas

Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

Come celebrate the season here on ‘The Rock’ with the always popular A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas! Join in and sing along to some of your favorite holiday tunes like, “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Jingle Bells,” “O Holy Night,” and many more. With an incredible cast featuring dancers from Pat’s School of Dance and the Flat Rock Playhouse Chorus, there is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season!

$30 – $72

A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas

Flat Rock Playhouse Mainstage 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

Come celebrate the season here on ‘The Rock’ with the always popular A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas! Join in and sing along to some of your favorite holiday tunes like, “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “Jingle Bells,” “O Holy Night,” and many more. With an incredible cast featuring dancers from Pat’s School of Dance and the Flat Rock Playhouse Chorus, there is truly no better way to kick off your holiday season!

$30 – $72

Need A Little Christmas

Parr Center Theater 1206 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC, United States

Need A Little Christmas is a seasonal Radio City Music Hall-style show that includes beautifully choreographed tap numbers by a kick line, a Santa’s workshop, a heartfelt military tribute performance, international holiday customs, and a grand nativity conclusion. Featuring a cast of over forty-five performers and 450 spectacular costumes, Need a Little Christmas is a perfect holiday tradition for family, friends, and co-workers.

$31 – $49

Need A Little Christmas

Parr Center Theater 1206 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC, United States

Need A Little Christmas is a seasonal Radio City Music Hall-style show that includes beautifully choreographed tap numbers by a kick line, a Santa’s workshop, a heartfelt military tribute performance, international holiday customs, and a grand nativity conclusion. Featuring a cast of over forty-five performers and 450 spectacular costumes, Need a Little Christmas is a perfect holiday tradition for family, friends, and co-workers.

$31 – $49

A Soulful Noel

Booth Playhouse 130 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

OnQ presents Soulful Noel, directed by Quentin Talley with musical direction by Tim Scott Jr, is an original musical revue that tells the age-old story of the reason for the season. The cast of OnQ creatives re-frame tradition in a contemporary way with classics such as "Christmas Time is Here," "Little Drummer Boy," and "What Do the Lonely Do." Fill your cup of eggnog with some R&B, funk, gospel, soul, a dash of Noel, and a lot of OnQ!

$32

A Soulful Noel

Booth Playhouse 130 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

OnQ presents Soulful Noel, directed by Quentin Talley with musical direction by Tim Scott Jr, is an original musical revue that tells the age-old story of the reason for the season. The cast of OnQ creatives re-frame tradition in a contemporary way with classics such as "Christmas Time is Here," "Little Drummer Boy," and "What Do the Lonely Do." Fill your cup of eggnog with some R&B, funk, gospel, soul, a dash of Noel, and a lot of OnQ!

$32

A Soulful Noel

Booth Playhouse 130 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC, United States

OnQ presents Soulful Noel, directed by Quentin Talley with musical direction by Tim Scott Jr, is an original musical revue that tells the age-old story of the reason for the season. The cast of OnQ creatives re-frame tradition in a contemporary way with classics such as "Christmas Time is Here," "Little Drummer Boy," and "What Do the Lonely Do." Fill your cup of eggnog with some R&B, funk, gospel, soul, a dash of Noel, and a lot of OnQ!

$32