Arts in Highlands NC and Cashiers NC

Both professional and community theater keep playgoers entertained while music festivals, Chamber music and bluegrass music can also be enjoyed year-round. Highlands NC and Cashiers NC has always attracted visual artists thanks to the luxuriant setting, and the number of fine art galleries encourage collectors to make frequent forays. There are writers’ groups, lectures and classes of all types. Search below to get your creativity fix.

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A Landmark Season Begins

Issue: March 2026 by: Marlene Osteen

Entering its 45th season, the Highlands‑Cashiers Chamber Music Festival offers June celebrations and a robust summer schedule across the Plateau.

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A Fresh Lens on the Festival

Issue: March 2026 by: Luke Osteen

With actor‑producer Joy Jorgensen leading the creative team, the Highlands Cashiers Film Festival builds on its successful debut with expanded vision and energy.

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Christie on the Mountain

Issue: March 2026 by: Mary Jane McCall

The HCP season begins with The Mousetrap, Agatha Christie’s iconic murder mystery presented over two weekends in March.

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Your Season, Your Way

Issue: March 2026 by: Erin Leigh Knowles, Mountain Theatre Company

Mountain Theatre Company introduces the 2026 Flex Pass, a customizable, value‑packed way to experience its full Mainstage season.

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Music for Every Season

Issue: March 2026 by: Charlotte Muir - Highlands Performing Arts Center

Highlands PAC unveils a dynamic 12‑concert lineup spanning bluegrass, Motown, Broadway, and festive holiday performances.

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Spring at The Bascom

Issue: March 2026 by: Bianca Mitchell, Director of Marketing, The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts

Celebrate creativity this spring at The Bascom with three dynamic exhibitions highlighting art, mentorship, and innovation.

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Painting the Singing Waters

Issue: March 2026 by: Donna Rhodes

Highlands native Kimberly Edwards Woodman channels generations of family artistry into plein‑air works that celebrate the color and motion of mountain waters.

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MTC Looks Ahead

Issue: Winter 2026 by: Erin Leigh Knowles, Mountain Theatre Company

Mountain Theatre Company ends a transformative 2025 with gratitude and momentum, looking ahead to a 2026 filled with beloved favorites and exciting premieres.

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Support the PAC, and Secure Your Seat

Issue: Winter 2026 by: Charlotte Muir - Highlands Performing Arts Center

The Highlands Performing Arts Center launches its most electrifying season yet, with donors receiving exclusive early access to a year of world-class performances.

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