The largest production in recent history also closes the final chapter for UNCA's Drama Department after being eliminated in 2024 due to budget cuts. Cabaret, directed by Stephanie Hickling Beckman, choreographed by Anna Kimmell, and music directed by Matthew Richmond, was a true celebration of UNCA student talent and passion. While the first weekend was nearly sold out, the second full weekend of performances was canceled due to cast illness. But in a stunning display of ten

Well-Behaved Women Rarely Make Art March 20 & 22 at the Bebe Theatre in Asheville, NC A collaboration with Erin Braasch, Kelly Duncan, Anna Kimmell, and Kathy Leiner With special guests, Crystal and Amara Partington and Connie Schrader Conceived & directed by Kathy Leiner Lights by Jason Williams Photos by Jenben Media

The students at the University of North Carolina Asheville have been working hard in rehearsals for CABARET, running April 17-26 at the Carol Belk Theatre. This production marks the last for the Drama Department, and we're going out with a bang! I've had fun developing movement for this musical - can't wait to add costumes and lights to the mix. Enjoy a few clips from choreography rehearsals.