Entertainment
2 days ago
Jacob Elordi is electric in Netflix’s gorgeous, imbalanced ‘Frankenstein’ – 828reviewsNOW
It feels like Guillermo del Toro has been building toward this moment for his entire career. After constructing a dozen beautiful, gothic films featuring eccentric laboratories, empathetic monsters and crumbling mansions, he has finally been granted the opportunity to work with the ur-text of them all: "Frankenstein." Read our review of the "Pan's Labyrinth" and "The Shape of Water" director's adaptation.
2 days ago
Miguel’s ‘CAOS,’ fueled by anger and angst, is his first studio album in nearly a decade
If you wondered why Miguel didn't release a studio album for nearly a decade, his response is simple: life.
2 days ago
Surreal Sirkus Arts Fest this Saturday: Experimental theater, live music and more
This weekend, the Sirkus is coming to town. This Saturday, the Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival will bring a day of experimental theater, circus performers, live music and over 50 art vendors to Pack Square Park.
2 days ago
Aliens, music and cosmic treats take over Morganton square
Brown Mountain Lights Festival features 11 bands, local vendors and out-of-this-world fun this Saturday
3 days ago
Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons make the case for the wild ride that is ‘Bugonia’
"Bugonia" arrives in select theaters this weekend on a wave of good buzz and reviews after premiering at the Venice Film Festival. But it's also coming into a theatrical marketplace that has been, at best, tough on art films and awards hopefuls, no matter how starry or well-reviewed.
3 days ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Oct. 24-26
Need weekend plans? Look no further than our weekend guide to Asheville and Western North Carolina, complete with everything from monster mask workshops to all day Halloween festivals.
3 days ago
Taylor Swift, LL Cool J, Kenny Loggins and David Byrne are among Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees
Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, LL Cool J, Pink, Sarah McLachlan and Talking Heads' David Byrne are among the impressive list of nominees for the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame class, an eclectic mix of pop, hip-hop, folk and rock innovators.
3 days ago
A new Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley want to tell you a story
The legacy of Harry Potter might have been clouded by headlines surrounding Rowling's comments on gender and opposition to trans rights, but it hasn't stopped production on new projects set in the wizarding universe.
4 days ago
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show is not being reconsidered, NFL commissioner says
The NFL is not considering dropping Bad Bunny as its Super Bowl halftime headline performer, Commissioner Roger Goodell said Wednesday, reaffirming a decision to put the Grammy-winning Puerto Rican artist on the league's biggest stage that led to criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump and some of his supporters.
4 days ago
Bon Jovi is hitting the road. Band announces first tour since Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal cord surgery
Decades into his career and the unthinkable happened. It was 2022, and Jon Bon Jovi began struggling through his songs. He saw a doctor who said one of his vocal cords was atrophying. He needed major surgery.
4 days ago
Misty Copeland will take to the ballet stage one last time, before hanging up her pointe shoes
Misty Copeland hangs up her pointe shoes Wednesday, putting a final exclamation point on a trailblazing career in which she became an ambassador for diversity in the very white world of ballet — and a crossover star far beyond.
4 days ago
MusiCares names Mariah Carey its 2026 Person of the Year
MusiCares, an organization that helps music professionals who need financial, personal or medical assistance, will honor Mariah Carey as its 2026 Person of the Year.
5 days ago
Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam returns to support Helene recovery
Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman and a Phil Lesh tribute highlight the 2025 lineup benefiting Asheville charities
6 days ago
Horror sequel ‘Black Phone 2’ dials up a No. 1 opening
The horror sequel "Black Phone 2" topped the North American box office charts this weekend with $26.5 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday.
6 days ago
Boos, brews, bar crawls: Halloween-themed bar crawls in Asheville
As Halloween comes closer, celebrate spooky season in true Beer City fashion. There are two bar crawls on tap for this weekend and next in downtown Asheville.
7 days ago
‘Ballad of a Small Player’ is a royal flush of style, but not substance – 828reviewsNOW
Edward Berger, director of the Oscar-winning films "All Quiet on the Western Front" and "Conclave," is back with his latest beautifully-shot bummer. "Ballad of a Small Player" stars Colin Farrell as Lord Doyle, a high-rolling gambler staving off his debt collectors in the casinos of Macau. Read more in our review.
1 week ago
Marquee invites community out for ‘Good vs. Evil’ Halloween masquerade
The 3rd annual Marquee Masquerade, "Good vs. Evil," will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30 at Marquee, 36 Foundy St.
1 week ago
Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.
1 week ago
LEAF Global Arts Festival returns for 30th year with call to action
The LEAF Global Arts Festival, one of Western North Carolina's most beloved arts festivals returns this weekend for its 30th year, but this year could be its last.
1 week ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Oct. 17-19
Looking for things to do this weekend? We've got you covered. Check out our guide to things to do in Asheville this weekend, from haunted houses to community theatre and magical markets.
