The Valborg Theatre shined the spotlights on performers Nov. 20-24 at the Fall Appalachian Dance Ensemble.  Over 40 dancers showcased their talents across eight pieces of varying styles, choreographed by both students and faculty of the Department of Theatre and Dance. Small and large ensembles worked in tandem with production crews to create unforgettable performances. Performances included...

Welcome back to “Long Story Short: Exploring Taylor Swift’s Discography.” In preparation for the upcoming holiday season, hosts Ellie Tarlton and Rebekah Mann are breaking down some moments Swift has expressed thankfulness for family. With songs that you can dance and cry to, the hosts discuss Swift’s ability to capture love and gratitude for family in a wide range of styles and metaphors. Whether...

Behind a blue ombre curtain in Boone’s Fly Shop sits a new Asian market. Decorated with handmade Asian art and colorful hanging paper lanterns, the market is home to shelves stocked with Kewpie mayo, ramen and other ingredients and snacks central to Asian culture.  The two Asian American Pacific Islander women who own and manage the Happy Persimmon offer a selection of staple foods and a gathering...

Following his success in the realm of popular music, Jon Batiste has returned to his roots of jazz and classical piano on his new album, “Beethoven Blues.” After winning “Album of the Year” at the 64th Grammy Awards, the critical success of his 2021 album, “WE ARE,” put Batiste on a new stage of artistry, separating him from his contemporaries.  Setting out to take his music to new...

On Tuesday night, the audience in the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts blamed all of their exes with The Beaches, a Toronto-based band brought to the High Country by APPS for their third-to-last show on their “Blame My Ex Tour.” The show was free for audience members after the effects of Hurricane Helene and all tickets purchased prior were refunded. The band, which has been together...

This week’s “Dancing with the Stars” brought the heat for the semi-finals as the competition narrowed to its highest stakes yet. Each of the remaining five couples delivered two routines to showcase their growth over the season and their determination to secure a coveted spot in the finale. With the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy within reach, the ballroom was alive with competition and powerful...