Bar, Restaurant & Theatre
Located at 372 Depot St., in the River Arts District
Now on Stage!
This world premiere by John Crutchfield (author of The Songs of Robert and Ruth, among others) features a stellar cast and is a superb and dynamic drama that will leave you at the edge of your seat until the very last moment.
Runs Thursdays-Saturdays. Now through February 4th. 7:30pm shows.
Tickets here. More info here.
News from the kitchen:
Our new cocktail list has arrived! Ken & Cynthia have truly outdone themselves with this one, folks. Come on by and try the Speyside Square with blended scotch, brandy, vermouth & drambuie--or the Lion's Tail, which features our new house-made Allspice Dram. Several new dishes that are warm and comforting, like the 40 Garlic Chicken (pictured) are in the works as well from The Rowland Brothers, our head chefs. Come by for dinner and drinks tonight--drinks beginning at 3:00, dinner beginning at 5:00, Monday - Saturday!
COMING UP:
Reasonably Priced Babies
January 31st & February 10th & 11th
Tuesday, January 31st @ 7:30
PLUS: A Special Valentine's Day Show Feb 10th & 11th
Coming soon, the return of...
The New Orleans Bingo! Show
Last summer they SOLD OUT every single show--so get your tickets now for America's best-loved musical game-show cabaret!
February 24-26. Tickets On Sale Here.
Now Accepting Submissions:
Brief Encounters: New Magnetic Voices 2012
We're currently seeking one-act plays for Brief Encounters 2012. Deadline is March 15th.
Details here.
The Magnetic Theatre
The Magnetic Theatre in The Magnetic Field presents theatre, music, comedy, and spoken word evenings throughout the week.
Upcoming Shows
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Reasonably Priced Babies!
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01/31 @07:30
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Reasonably Priced Babies!
Improv Comedy by Mondy Carter, Tom Chalmers, Josh Batenhorst & Karen Stobbe!
Tuesday, Jan 31, 7:30 p.m., $8.
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Magnetic Music: Rupert Wates
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02/01 @08:00
Rupert Wates, Wednesday, Feb 1
8:00 p.m. Tickets $7 at the door.
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Rupert Wates was born in London.
He has been a full time songwriter since 1992 and has written songs in all kinds of styles for all kinds of artists. During the 1990s he worked with jazz singer Liz Fletcher , recording the albums ‘Mellowmania’ and ‘Live in the Park,’ both released on the Sanctuary label, and ‘Blue Afternoons’ on Mainstem.
Moving to Paris in 2001, he developed his skills as a singer and performer and formed his own group. In 2005 he recorded the album ‘Sweet or Bitter Wine,’ his first as a solo artist. The album was released on the Mainstem label in autumn 2005.
Since September 2006, Rupert has been based in the USA. His music has found a warm reception in America. Between 2007 and 2011, he has won over 25 songwriting awards.
Rupert Wates plays between 120 and 150 live shows a year, and he has performed in every state in America. Audiences everywhere respond to his brand of acoustic, melodic art/folk: haunting songs that ring true.
Wates' albums 'Coast To Coast' (2007) and 'Dear Life' (2008) have gained outstanding reviews and both continue to be aired on college and mainstream radio all over the world.
In 2010 he released ‘Joe’s Café,” an album of 15 original songs based on true stories, each interpreted by a different vocalist, retelling the stories of ordinary American people. Through them we trace the story of America itself: through two world wars, the Dust Bowl depression, Vietnam and the struggle for Civil Rights, all the way to the present day. Recorded live in the studio in a single weekend, the album's warm sound evokes the welcoming atmosphere of an all-night café, where friends gather to share their stories. Featured virtuoso musicians on the recording include Darol Anger on violin and Michael Manring on bass.
‘Joe’s Café’ has been presented very successfully at the Fringe Festivals throughout North America including Hamilton (Ontario), Kansas City, Minneapolis, Indianapolis, Victoria (British Columbia) and San Francisco, and in other venues from New York City to the Southeastern United States.
The show won Best Music Revue in the San Francisco Fringe Festival.
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Solstice: a volatile black ...
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02/02 @07:30
Buy Tix →Solstice, by John CrutchfieldJanuary 12-February 4Kicking off the new year is the world premiere of award-winning writer/actor John Crutchfield's Solstice, which tells the story of an ambitious young man who goes to visit his best friend, only to find him living in desperate and dangerous circumstances.For a full description visit: http://www.themagneticfield.com/solstice
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Solstice: a volatile black ...
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02/03 @07:30
Buy Tix →Solstice, by John CrutchfieldJanuary 12-February 4Kicking off the new year is the world premiere of award-winning writer/actor John Crutchfield's Solstice, which tells the story of an ambitious young man who goes to visit his best friend, only to find him living in desperate and dangerous circumstances.For a full description visit: http://www.themagneticfield.com/solstice
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Magnetic Midnight!
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02/03 @10:00
Tickets available only at the door, $5 cash.
Magnetic Midnight is a magical, mysterious, monthly event (the first Friday of each month) in which the best of The Magnetic Theatre meets the best of you. Arrive at 10 P.M. to participate with an original script, song, dance, or routine no more than 5 minutes long, or if you wish to act or direct. Up to 13 acts accepted as they appear.
Each month we also have a featured act, and an opening song which kicks off the evening. Magnetic Midnight usually sells out--so arrive early!
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Billy The Liar (A Puppetry ...
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02/04 @04:00
Billy The Liar: A High Energy Puppetry Farce for Kids of All Ages!
Billy is a Liar! Follow Billy and his friend Suzy as he tells more and more lies and get into more and more TROUBLE! Learn new vocabulary and life lessons! Plus Ponies! Told through the use of Czech style rod marionettes, toys, and over-sized toy theatre.
"Billy the Liar" was conceived by Keith Shubert of Toybox Theatre. His storytelling is defined by the surprising warmth of its comic darkness; Keith’s villains are often as sweetly naive as his protagonists and equally endearing to children and adults. A prolific artist, Keith was most prominently featured this past year in the stylish alternative publication Glubdub - Tales From The Underground.
Taking the lead on show construction is Madison J. Cripps of Cripps Puppets. Madison’s intricate marionettes spring to life in his hands with personalities almost as outgoing as his own. While some are friendly, like his foot-smelling rabbit or maudlin street sweeper Sammy, others are blood thirsty, egotistical, or dangerously insane. All of them share a need for attention and love that makes them both relatable and memorable to a crowd.
Valerie Meiss provides the sound and musical design for Billy the Liar. Though Valerie is an accomplished visual artist in her own right, she is best known as the accordion virtuoso with the rich operatic voice from the Hellblinki Sextet, a band that combines American folk, European cabaret, and punk rock with costumed spectacle.
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Solstice: a volatile black ...
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02/04 @07:30
Buy Tix →Solstice, by John CrutchfieldJanuary 12-February 4Kicking off the new year is the world premiere of award-winning writer/actor John Crutchfield's Solstice, which tells the story of an ambitious young man who goes to visit his best friend, only to find him living in desperate and dangerous circumstances.For a full description visit: http://www.themagneticfield.com/solstice
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Synergy Story Slam
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02/06 @07:00
Tickets only available at the event, $5-10, cash or check only, please.
The Synergy Story Slam is Asheville's only open mic, community-based storytelling event!
The slam is an opportunity to share stories, to laugh, to learn, and to help out local organizations, all in an effort to build a stronger Asheville community. It's good for you to tell your stories, and it's good for us to hear them. And, of course, it's good for community organizations because part of the proceeds from door donations collected at the slam will be donated to a different local organization each week. Another big fat chunk of the door cash goes to the story slam winner--that's right friend, tell a story and it might be money in your pocket!
Slams happen every 1st and 3rd Monday night of each month. Doors open at 7pm, you can sign up to tell stories then. Stories begin around 7:30pm. Come early to grab dinner or a drink at the Magnetic Field, then get a good seat for the show. Come to tell a story, or come just to listen.
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Magnetic Comedy: Katie Hughes
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02/07 @08:00
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Magnetic Comedy presents...Katie Hughes!
Tuesday, Feb. 7, 8:00 p.m. Tickets $5 advance, $7 at the door.
With guest sets by...
Minori Hinds, Michael Robinette,
Pat Hinson & Justin Blackburn!
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Baby Love: A Valentine From...
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02/10 @07:30
Baby Love: A Special Improv Comedy Valentine's Show by Reasonably Priced Babies!
How do we love thee? What's love got to do with it? What's this thing called love?We don't know. but what we do know is that Love means you never having to say your sorry...or having to learn any lines. We love that.Come show us the love and see Reasonably Priced Babies Improv show!Friday & Saturday, February 10-11, 7:30 each night, at The Magnetic Field.Tickets $10 at the door / $8 in advanceBuy Tix → -
Billy The Liar (A Puppetry ...
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02/11 @04:00
Billy The Liar: A High Energy Puppetry Farce for Kids of All Ages!
Billy is a Liar! Follow Billy and his friend Suzy as he tells more and more lies and get into more and more TROUBLE! Learn new vocabulary and life lessons! Plus Ponies! Told through the use of Czech style rod marionettes, toys, and over-sized toy theatre.
"Billy the Liar" was conceived by Keith Shubert of Toybox Theatre. His storytelling is defined by the surprising warmth of its comic darkness; Keith’s villains are often as sweetly naive as his protagonists and equally endearing to children and adults. A prolific artist, Keith was most prominently featured this past year in the stylish alternative publication Glubdub - Tales From The Underground.
Taking the lead on show construction is Madison J. Cripps of Cripps Puppets. Madison’s intricate marionettes spring to life in his hands with personalities almost as outgoing as his own. While some are friendly, like his foot-smelling rabbit or maudlin street sweeper Sammy, others are blood thirsty, egotistical, or dangerously insane. All of them share a need for attention and love that makes them both relatable and memorable to a crowd.
Valerie Meiss provides the sound and musical design for Billy the Liar. Though Valerie is an accomplished visual artist in her own right, she is best known as the accordion virtuoso with the rich operatic voice from the Hellblinki Sextet, a band that combines American folk, European cabaret, and punk rock with costumed spectacle.
Buy Tix →
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Baby Love: A Valentine From...
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02/11 @07:30
Baby Love: A Special Improv Comedy Valentine's Show by Reasonably Priced Babies!
How do we love thee? What's love got to do with it? What's this thing called love?We don't know. but what we do know is that Love means you never having to say your sorry...or having to learn any lines. We love that.Come show us the love and see Reasonably Priced Babies Improv show!Friday & Saturday, February 10-11, 7:30 each night, at The Magnetic Field.Tickets $10 at the door / $8 in advanceBuy Tix → -
Asheville Improvisational M...
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02/16 @08:00
THE MAGNETIC FIELD PRESENTS
THE 1ST ANNUAL
ASHEVILLE IMPROVISATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVALOn February 16th - 18th, 2012, the Magnetic Field on Depot Street will host the first annual Asheville Improvisational Music Festival (AIM) featuring some of Western North Carolina’s finest experimental musicians. The series will take place over three evenings and is a celebration of the exciting and experimental improvisational music being created in Asheville.Festival organizer and bassist Jay Sanders explains, “Improvisation, while often thought of as an exclusively jazz art-form, is a documented and integral piece of any musical puzzle presented to the public. Simply put, Improvisation is not Jazz, Improvisation is Communication.” He continues, “AIM was created to showcase that underneath the popular exterior of Asheville being an amazing music town, there also lies a level of world-class talent rarely seen in a city of this size.”The Magnetic Theatre provides an intimate setting allowing for the performances to be enjoyed in mostly acoustic form. The three night experience will include appearances from E.Normus Trio with Jeff Sipe, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, The Archrivals, Shane Perlowin Trio, Like Mind Trio, Spork! and The Page Brothers. Audiences can be assured that the collaborative spirit of the festival will carry over into highlighted solo performances and pairings. More artists are yet to be announced.Tickets for the Asheville Improvisational Music Festival will go on sale on Tuesday, January 17th at 10 am. Limited three-day passes to the event are $45 and single show tickets are $18 ($20 day of show). To purchase tickets, and for more information, please visit: http://www.themagneticfield.comWhat: Asheville Improvisational Music Festival (AIM)When: Thursday, February 16th, Friday, February 17th & Saturday, February 18thWhere: The Magnetic Theatre at The Magnetic FieldAddress: 372 Depot Street, Suite 50, Asheville, NC 28801Tickets: $18 Advance / $20 Day of Show / $45 Three Day Pass (On sale Tuesday 1/17)Buy Tix →For more information, and media opportunities, please contact Crissa Requate (crissa@masonjarmedia.com) or Molly Kummerle (molly@masonjarmedia.com) at Mason Jar Media. -
Asheville Improvisational M...
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02/17 @08:00
THE MAGNETIC FIELD PRESENTS
THE 1ST ANNUAL
ASHEVILLE IMPROVISATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVALTo purchase Three Day Passes visit: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2796722071On February 16th - 18th, 2012, the Magnetic Field on Depot Street will host the first annual Asheville Improvisational Music Festival (AIM) featuring some of Western North Carolina’s finest experimental musicians. The series will take place over three evenings and is a celebration of the exciting and experimental improvisational music being created in Asheville.Festival organizer and bassist Jay Sanders explains, “Improvisation, while often thought of as an exclusively jazz art-form, is a documented and integral piece of any musical puzzle presented to the public. Simply put, Improvisation is not Jazz, Improvisation is Communication.” He continues, “AIM was created to showcase that underneath the popular exterior of Asheville being an amazing music town, there also lies a level of world-class talent rarely seen in a city of this size.”The Magnetic Theatre provides an intimate setting allowing for the performances to be enjoyed in mostly acoustic form. The three night experience will include appearances from E.Normus Trio with Jeff Sipe, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, The Archrivals, Shane Perlowin Trio, Like Mind Trio, Spork! and The Page Brothers. Audiences can be assured that the collaborative spirit of the festival will carry over into highlighted solo performances and pairings. More artists are yet to be announced.Tickets for the Asheville Improvisational Music Festival will go on sale on Tuesday, January 17th at 10 am. Limited three-day passes to the event are $45 and single show tickets are $18 ($20 day of show). To purchase tickets, and for more information, please visit: http://www.themagneticfield.comWhat: Asheville Improvisational Music Festival (AIM)When: Thursday, February 16th, Friday, February 17th & Saturday, February 18thWhere: The Magnetic Theatre at The Magnetic FieldAddress: 372 Depot Street, Suite 50, Asheville, NC 28801Tickets: $18 Advance / $20 Day of Show / $45 Three Day Pass (On sale Tuesday 1/17)Buy Tix →For more information, and media opportunities, please contact Crissa Requate (crissa@masonjarmedia.com) or Molly Kummerle (molly@masonjarmedia.com) at Mason Jar Media.