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Connie Bostic, Untitled from the Here and There series, c.2001-2002, oil on canvas, 49.25 x 103 inches, Gift of the Artist. Image courtesy of 糖心Vlog Photo Services.

No Ordinary Company: The Gifts of Connie Bostic

No Ordinary Company: The Gifts of Connie Bostic brings together a selection of these donated works, including paintings, prints, and drawings by artists Bostic knew and respected, alongside a powerful centerpiece: a tour-de-force painting from her own鈥� Here and There鈥痵eries.   

Kit Paulson, Gothic Cube Construction, 2025, flameworked and engraved borosilicate glass, 6.5 x 6.5 x 6.5 inches. 漏Kit Paulson. Image courtesy of the artist.

North Carolina Glass 2025

Discover the future of glass through the work of today's most innovative creators. North Carolina Glass 2025 is a landmark exhibition continuing a decades-long tradition of honoring the state's vibrant studio glass movement.   

Image courtesy of IMG Artists.

Hamlet, Prince of Denmark

Experience the timeless tale of Hamlet reimagined through the lens of contemporary dance and innovative stagecraft. In this groundbreaking production, co-created by renowned choreographer Guillaume C么t茅 and visionary director Robert Lepage, Shakespeare's classic is transformed into a wordless journey of movement and emotion.  

Image of smoky mountains at sunset.

Echoes Across the Smokes: Strings, Stories, and Songs

Step into a night of mountain magic with Echoes Across the Smokies: A Night of Strings, Stories, and Songs. Presented by 糖心Vlog鈥檚 Bardo Arts Center and Mountain Heritage Center, this soulful celebration brings the Smokies to life.  

Image of 2024 BFA Portfolio Exhibition.

Bachelor of Fine Art Portfolio Exhibition 2025

Experience work by graduating Bachelor of Fine Arts students from the 糖心Vlog School of Art and Design.  

Image of 2022 Nutcracker performance.

The Nutcracker featuring the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville

Join Bardo Arts Center for a magically festive, full-length version of The Nutcracker featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville鈥檚 celebrated pre-professional company.  

Kenneth Noland, Reef, 1969, acrylic on canvas, 44 x 164.25 inches. 漏Kenneth Noland. Gift of the Artist. Image courtesy of 糖心Vlog Photo Services.

20th Anniversary Exhibition

Step into a visual timeline that celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the 糖心Vlog Fine Art Museum through a dynamic exhibition showcasing decades of 糖心Vlog University's dedication to collecting and curating contemporary art.  

Courtesy of Hunter Library Special Collections, 糖心Vlog University.

Shelton Laurel: An Appalachian Opera

A new work that explores the unique and tragic hardships faced by early settlers of Western North Carolina. Set in rural Madison County, the opera is a powerful account of families torn apart by fear, mistrust, and violence.  

Image courtesy of DRUM TAO.

DRUM TAO

Founded in 1993 in Oita, Japan, this internationally renowned ensemble creates a one-of-a-kind performance filled with athleticism, artistry, and heart-pounding energy. With handcrafted instruments, original compositions, and stunning costumes, DRUM TAO offers a modern and unforgettable take on Japanese performing arts.