BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T100000 DTSTAMP:20260712T224722Z CREATED:20260712T224708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T224722Z UID:10000228-1792058400-1792058400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Dan + Claudia Zanes with Tyree Austin DESCRIPTION:The Dan + Claudia Zanes with Tyree Austin show is a social music celebration\, a front row seat to a front porch dream. Their concerts are highly interactive experiences for people of all ages\, parties in which the sounds of 12-string guitar\, flute\, trombone\, saxophone\, beatboxing\, and percussion blend together to support and uplift the main event: vocal harmonies! \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: ~ 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades K-5Study Guide: download pdf here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or register online.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Groups of 25+ people$1/person \nGroups of less than 25 people$5/person \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register group of 25+ people\n \n Register group of less than 25 people\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Grammy award winner Dan Zanes and Haitian-American jazz vocalist / music therapist Claudia Zanes have joined forces with up-and-coming gospel singer Tyree Austin to create a soulful new sound in family music. \nThe Dan + Claudia Zanes with Tyree Austin show is a social music celebration\, a front row seat to a front porch dream. Their concerts are highly interactive experiences for people of all ages\, parties in which the sounds of 12-string guitar\, flute\, trombone\, saxophone\, beatboxing\, and percussion blend together to support and uplift the main event: vocal harmonies! \nThese performances feature old and new songs from Dan + Claudia’s Smithsonian Folkways records as well as beloved classics from the Dan Zanes and Friends deep catalog. Whether it’s singing along\, dancing\, or just letting the music relax the mind\, when Dan + Claudia and Tyree perform there’s something for everyone. \nTime magazine called Dan Zanes “the family music genre’s most outspoken advocate.” NPR referred to him as “the gold standard in family music.” Today the sounds are fresh\, reimagined and perfectly suited to inspire the next generation. In the spirit of community\, these concerts are for people of all ages. Come as you are\, it’s party time! \n  \nDan Zanes – vocals\, guitar\, mandolin\, harmonica\, percussion\, jawharpClaudia Zanes – vocals\, flute\, trombone\, percussion\, sometimes guitarTyree Austin – vocals\, percussion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educator Workshops\nThe APPlause! K-12 Performing Arts series is committed to helping educators receive high quality professional development at no cost. Certificates of completion can be obtained upon request for a wide variety of workshops offered by the Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. \nQuestions? Contact chenauskyc@appstate.edu | 828.262.2948 \n \n View workshops URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/dan-claudia-zanes-with-tyree-austin/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:APPlause! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/72dpi_Dan-Claudia_Zanes-with-Tyree-Austin.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260808T234028Z CREATED:20260626T140819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T234028Z UID:10000233-1792179000-1792179000@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Mountain Stage with Host Kathy Mattea DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the live radio audience as Mountain Stage records an episode for NPR Music with host Kathy Mattea!\n \nThis episode of Mountain Stage will be recorded live at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Appalachian State University!\n \n\nGUEST ARTISTS: Sarah Jarosz\, Jill Andrews\, Missy Raines & Allegheny\, and more! \n  \n\nSince 1983\, Mountain Stage has been one of the most beloved programs in public radio history. Eclectic and authentic\, the show’s varied guests have included iconic artists from John Prine and Townes Van Zandt to Wilco and Phish. Under the leadership of Grammy Award-winning country and bluegrass star Kathy Mattea since 2021\, Mountain Stage continues to bring surefire energy and music discovery to parts known and unknown. Produced by West Virginia Public Broadcasting and distributed by NPR Music\, each two-hour episode is recorded in front of a live audience and can be heard every week on over 200 stations across America\, and around the world via NPR Music and mountainstage.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. \nTICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 2 AT 10AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Seating Is General Admission. \n$45 Tier 1$35 Tier 2$20 App State Students (Tier 2 only)$20 Children/Students (Tier 2 only)App State Faculty/Staff: $5 off all tiers \nNC sales tax is included in ticket price. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BUY TICKETS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Kathy Mattea\nTwo-time Grammy Award-winning artist and West Virginia native Kathy Mattea is the host of Mountain Stage. Over the course of Mountain Stage’s 43-year run on public radio\, the show has become a second home for Mattea\, who’s appeared as a guest on the Charleston\, WV-based program more times than any other female artist. In 2019\, Mattea began guest-hosting episodes of Mountain Stage\, filling in for longtime host Larry Groce. In 2021\, Mattea took over as full-time host of Mountain Stage. She aims to bring humor\, heart\, and a whole lot of unforgettable performances to the airwaves\, showcasing both rising young talent and legendary veterans while at the same time sharing a taste of the West Virginia she grew up with.\n \nBorn and raised in Kanawha County\, Mattea lived in West Virginia until the late 1970s\, when she moved to Nashville to pursue her dreams of a career in music. She signed her first record deal in 1983 and charted with a pair of early releases\, but it was her acclaimed third album\, Walk the Way the Wind Blows\, that truly signaled her arrival as a star. The record produced four Top 10 singles at country radio and set the stage for Mattea’s 1987 smash\, Untasted Honey\, which marked the first of five of her albums to be certified gold. Untasted Honey contained back-to-back #1 country singles\, as did 1989’s Willow in the Wind\, which helped Mattea take home two consecutive CMA Female Vocalist of the Year awards along with a Grammy Award for Best Female Vocal Performance. Over the next three decades\, Mattea would go on to record nearly a dozen more albums exploring country\, folk\, Celtic\, and gospel music\, notch her first platinum record\, earn her second Grammy\, top the Bluegrass Albums chart\, and garner yet another Grammy nomination for her album Coal.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Sarah Jarosz\n\nThe seventh full-length from four-time Grammy Award winner Sarah Jarosz\, Polaroid Lovers is an album-long meditation on those strangely ephemeral moments that indelibly shape our lives. “What I love about a Polaroid is that it’s capturing something so fleeting\, but at the same time it makes that moment last forever\,” says the Texas-born singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist. “It made sense as a title for a record where all the songs are snapshots of different love stories\, and there’s a feeling of time being expansive despite that impermanence.” Thanks to the rarefied alchemy that infuses all of Jarosz’s output — her finely wrought lyricism\, ravishing vocal work\, virtuosic yet unfettered musicality — Polaroid Lovers performs the much-needed magic of leading us toward a heightened sense of presence\, all while casting a lovely spell with her timelessly powerful songs. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/mountain-stage-with-host-kathy-mattea/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Appalachian Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Kathy-Mattea_credit-Reto-Sterchi.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T100000 DTSTAMP:20260714T192057Z CREATED:20260712T224639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T192057Z UID:10000227-1793786400-1793786400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Jake Shimabukuro DESCRIPTION:Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele\,” Shimabukuro has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique\, innovative spirit\, and deeply expressive performances that seamlessly blend elements of jazz\, rock\, classical\, blues\, folk\, and traditional Hawaiian music. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: ~ 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades K-12Study Guide: download pdf here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or register online.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $5/person \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register group of 25+ people\n \n Register group of less than 25 people\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Artist\n \n \n \n \n \n Jake Shimabukuro is a world-renowned ukulele virtuoso whose groundbreaking artistry has redefined the instrument for the 21st century. Hailed as the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele\,” Shimabukuro has captivated audiences across the globe with his masterful technique\, innovative spirit\, and deeply expressive performances that seamlessly blend elements of jazz\, rock\, classical\, blues\, folk\, and traditional Hawaiian music. \nBorn and raised in Honolulu\, Hawai‘i\, Jake began playing the ukulele at age four\, quickly developing a unique style that pushed the instrument far beyond its traditional boundaries. He first gained international recognition after his jaw-dropping rendition of George Harrison’s “While My Guitar Gently Weeps” went viral\, introducing millions to the ukulele’s untapped potential. \nOver the course of his career\, Shimabukuro has released numerous acclaimed albums\, collaborated with an array of legendary artists — including Bette Midler\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Jimmy Buffett\, Ziggy Marley\, and Mick Fleetwood — and performed everywhere from the Sydney Opera House to the Hollywood Bowl and the Kennedy Center. His most recent projects showcase both his dazzling technical command and his growing focus on emotional storytelling through music. \nBeyond the stage\, Jake is a passionate advocate for music education and community outreach\, frequently performing at schools and benefit concerts to inspire the next generation of musicians. Whether playing an intimate solo show or headlining with a full band\, Shimabukuro continues to prove that the ukulele is an instrument of infinite possibilities — one that speaks a universal language of joy\, connection\, and hope. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educator Workshops\nThe APPlause! K-12 Performing Arts series is committed to helping educators receive high quality professional development at no cost. Certificates of completion can be obtained upon request for a wide variety of workshops offered by the Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. \nQuestions? Contact chenauskyc@appstate.edu | 828.262.2948 \n \n View workshops URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/jake-shimabukuro/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:APPlause! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/72dpi_Jake-Shimabukuro.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000 DTSTAMP:20260712T224630Z CREATED:20260712T224603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T224630Z UID:10000226-1794477600-1794477600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:MOMIX: Botanica DESCRIPTION:Embark on a dreamlike journey through nature’s changing imagery in this visually stunning experience inspired by the changing seasons and the rhythms of a single day. Set to an eclectic soundtrack featuring everything from birdsong to Vivaldi\, the piece blends athletic movement with larger-than-life spectacle. \nNote: A full-length version of this performance takes place at 7:30pm the same evening as part of the Appalachian Arts 2026/2027 season. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: ~ 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades K-12Study Guide: download pdf here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or register online.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $5/person\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register group of 25+ people\n \n Register group of less than 25 people\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About MOMIX\n \n \n \n \n \n Momix is an internationally renowned dance and visual illusion company\, under the direction of Moses Pendleton\, presenting work of exceptional inventiveness and physical beauty for more than 45 years. Based in Washington\, Connecticut\, the company has cultivated a devoted international following through its distinctive blend of movement\, illusion\, athleticism\, and visual poetry. Alongside live stage performances worldwide\, MOMIX has collaborated extensively in film\, television\, and corporate advertising\, creating national commercials for Hanes and Target\, and special presentations for Mercedes-Benz\, Fiat\, and Pirelli. The company has also appeared in large-scale global events\, including the 2014 Sochi Olympic Closing Ceremony and the 2017 Dubai National Day celebrations. \nMOMIX performances have been featured on PBS’s Dance in America series\, France’s Antenne II\, and Italian RAI television\, with broadcasts reaching audiences in 55 countries. The Rhombus Media film of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition\, featuring MOMIX with the Montreal Symphony\, received an International Emmy for Best Performing Arts Special. Using light\, shadow\, fabric\, props\, and the human body\, MOMIX continues to astonish and delight audiences worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educator Workshops\nThe APPlause! K-12 Performing Arts series is committed to helping educators receive high quality professional development at no cost. Certificates of completion can be obtained upon request for a wide variety of workshops offered by the Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. \nQuestions? Contact chenauskyc@appstate.edu | 828.262.2948 \n \n View workshops URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/momix-botanica/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:APPlause! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/72dpi_Pino-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260808T233921Z CREATED:20260819T140046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T233921Z UID:10000232-1794511800-1794511800@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:MOMIX: Botanica DESCRIPTION:MOMIX Botanica is a lush\, surreal journey through nature’s ever-changing imagery\, following the rhythms of the seasons and the passing of a day. This larger-than-life spectacle fuses world-class athleticism with an eclectic score ranging from birdsong to the elegance of Vivaldi. \nActing as a restorative “herbal remedy” for the senses\, this feast for the eyes pairs the superb energy of its performers with gravity-defying props\, cinematic projections\, and whimsical puppetry. MOMIX Botanica is more than a performance — it is an immersive “visual theater” animating nature’s beauty with an extra dose of fantasy. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. \nTICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 2 AT 10AM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $45 Tier 1$35 Tier 2$25 Tier 3$10 App State Students$10 Children/StudentsApp State Faculty/Staff: $5 off all tiers \nNC sales tax is included in ticket price. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BUY TICKETS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About MOMIX\nMomix is an internationally renowned dance and visual illusion company\, under the direction of Moses Pendleton\, presenting work of exceptional inventiveness and physical beauty for more than 45 years. Based in Washington\, Connecticut\, the company has cultivated a devoted international following through its distinctive blend of movement\, illusion\, athleticism\, and visual poetry. Alongside live stage performances worldwide\, MOMIX has collaborated extensively in film\, television\, and corporate advertising\, creating national commercials for Hanes and Target\, and special presentations for Mercedes-Benz\, Fiat\, and Pirelli. The company has also appeared in large-scale global events\, including the 2014 Sochi Olympic Closing Ceremony and the 2017 Dubai National Day celebrations. \nMOMIX performances have been featured on PBS’s Dance in America series\, France’s Antenne II\, and Italian RAI television\, with broadcasts reaching audiences in 55 countries. The Rhombus Media film of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition\, featuring MOMIX with the Montreal Symphony\, received an International Emmy for Best Performing Arts Special. Using light\, shadow\, fabric\, props\, and the human body\, MOMIX continues to astonish and delight audiences worldwide. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/momix-botanica-2/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Appalachian Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Rose-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270227T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270227T193000 DTSTAMP:20260811T152514Z CREATED:20260819T140040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T152514Z UID:10000238-1803756600-1803756600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Chris Botti DESCRIPTION:Grammy-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades; he’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet\, including Sting\, Paul Simon\, Barbra Streisand\, Lady Gaga\, Tony Bennett\, Frank Sinatra\, Aretha Franklin\, Bette Midler\, Joni Mitchell\, Steven Tyler\, Andrea Bocelli\, Herbie Hancock\, Yo-Yo Ma\, and others; he’s topped the jazz charts with numerous albums\, earned multiple Gold and Platinum records\, performed with symphony orchestras and on prestigious stages from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl to the Sydney Opera House. In short\, Chris Botti really needs no introduction. Yet with his Blue Note Records debut\, he’s offering one anyway. Vol.1 is in many ways a fresh start for the trumpeter. Having successfully crossed over from jazz renown to pop stardom\, Botti’s first album in more than a decade finds him crossing back\, with a small group project focused on acoustic jazz and classic standards. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. \nTICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 2 AT 10AM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $65 Tier 1$55 Tier 2$45 Tier 3$25 App State StudentsApp State Faculty/Staff: $5 off all tiers \nNC sales tax is included in ticket price. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BUY TICKETS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/chris-botti/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Appalachian Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/72dpi_BOTTI-Album-Photo-JPG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T100000 DTSTAMP:20260712T224534Z CREATED:20260712T224537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T224534Z UID:10000225-1805450400-1805450400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Cirque Mechanics: TILT! DESCRIPTION:Step right up to the dazzling world of Tilt! A ‘80s Circus Thrill Ride — a highflying homage to America’s iconic amusement parks set in the 1980s. Bursting with acrobatics\, aerial artistry\, juggling\, and a dose of nostalgia\, this theatrical circus adventure brings the era’s vibrant sights and sounds to life. \nAt the center of the spectacle\, in keeping with Cirque Mechanics customary ingenuity\, stands a marvel of man-powered engineering: a giant Ferris Wheel\, surrounded by incredible machines that reimagine the classic rides and games of the time. \nOur story follows a weary amusement park worker stuck in the grind\, his joy for the park long faded. But when he confiscates a guest’s boom box\, a playful chase ignites — a whirlwind of stunts\, surprises\, and shared laughter. In the end\, the pursuit transforms into a heartfelt moment of connection\, proving that even in the unlikeliest places\, we can find common ground to bring us together. \nNote: A full-length version of this performance takes place at 7:30pm the same evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: ~ 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades 4-12Study Guide: download pdf here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or register online.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $5/person\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register group of 25+ people\n \n Register group of less than 25 people\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Company\n \n \n \n \n \n Cirque Mechanics\, inspired by modern circus\, finds its roots in the mechanical and its heart in the stories of American industrial ingenuity. The shows\, imbedded in realism\, display a raw quality rarely found in modern circus. Cirque Mechanics’ signature style is wrapped in acrobatics\, mechanical marvels and a bit of clowning around. This sensibility can be found in the company’s five theatrical productions — “Birdhouse Factory\,” “Boom Town\,” “Pedal Punk\,” “42ft\,” and “Zephyr.” \nThe productions infuse the entertainment world with original apparatus and unique designs that can be found nowhere else. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educator Workshops\nThe APPlause! K-12 Performing Arts series is committed to helping educators receive high quality professional development at no cost. Certificates of completion can be obtained upon request for a wide variety of workshops offered by the Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. \nQuestions? Contact chenauskyc@appstate.edu | 828.262.2948 \n \n View workshops URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/cirque-mechanics-tilt/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:APPlause! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/72dpi_8_WireStraddle01198_cKirk-Marsh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260808T233833Z CREATED:20260819T140042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T233833Z UID:10000231-1805484600-1805484600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Cirque Mechanics: TILT! DESCRIPTION:Step right up to the dazzling world of Tilt!\, a circus thrill ride that’s totally tubular! This electrifying Cirque Mechanics production is a high-flying journey through the magic\, thrills\, and neon-soaked nostalgia of America’s iconic 1980s amusement parks. Featuring the company’s signature blend of circus arts\, storytelling\, and human-powered engineering\, Tilt! delivers big energy and retro flair. \nAt the heart of the spectacle is an awe-inspiring giant Ferris Wheel\, surrounded by whimsical\, human-powered contraptions that bring classic midway rides and games to life. It’s like your favorite arcade and amusement park memories got a gravity-defying upgrade. With humor\, heart\, jaw-dropping physical skill\, and a wink of 80s attitude\, Tilt! is a feel-good ride that appeals to circus fans\, theater lovers\, and anyone ready to rewind to a radder time. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. \nTICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 2 AT 10AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $45 Tier 1$35 Tier 2$25 Tier 3$10 App State Students$10 Children/StudentsApp State Faculty/Staff: $5 off all tiers \nNC sales tax is included in ticket price. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BUY TICKETS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Cirque Mechanics\nCirque Mechanics was founded in 2004 by Boston native and German Wheel artist\, Chris Lashua\, after the success of a collaborative project with the Circus Center of San Francisco entitled Birdhouse Factory. Cirque Mechanics quickly established itself as a premiere American circus\, with its unique approach to performance\, inspiring storytelling\, and innovative mechanical staging. Spectacle Magazine hailed it as “the greatest contribution to the American circus since Cirque du Soleil.” \nCirque Mechanics\, although inspired by modern circus\, finds its roots in the mechanical and its heart in the stories of American ingenuity. The shows\, rooted in realism\, display a raw quality\, rarely found in modern circus\, that makes their message timeless and relevant. The stories are wrapped in circus acrobatics\, mechanical wonders\, and a bit of clowning around. The troupe has created five extraordinary productions; Birdhouse Factory\, Boomtown\, Pedal Punk\, 42FT- A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels\, and\, most recently\, the wind-inspired Zephyr. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/cirque-mechanics-tilt-2/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Appalachian Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/72dpi_13_Cradletap0246_cKirk-Marsh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270408T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270408T193000 DTSTAMP:20260813T170751Z CREATED:20260819T140024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T170751Z UID:10000237-1807212600-1807212600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:St. Paul & The Broken Bones DESCRIPTION:St. Paul & The Broken Bones are a powerhouse soul ensemble from Alabama known for their electrifying live shows and impassioned vocals. Formed in Birmingham in 2011\, the band features Paul Janeway (vocals)\, Jesse Phillips (bass)\, Browan Lollar (guitar)\, Kevin Leon (drums)\, Al Gamble (keyboards)\, Allen Branstetter (trumpet)\, Chad Fisher (trombone)\, and Amari Ansari (saxophone). \nTheir new self-titled sixth album marks a creative renewal — melding the band’s adventurous spirit with a return to soulful\, song-focused roots. Recorded at the legendary FAME Studios and produced by Eg White (Adele\, Celine Dion)\, the record blends psych-funk grooves\, gospel-tinged ballads\, and cinematic rock flourishes. Tracks like “Sushi and Coca-Cola” and “Going Back” reflect both personal introspection and the band’s deepened identity after a decade of evolution. \nSt. Paul & The Broken Bones have shared stages with The Rolling Stones\, Lizzo\, and Black Pumas\, and performed at major festivals like Coachella\, Glastonbury\, Lollapalooza\, and Bonnaroo. Even Sir Elton John took notice\, inviting them to perform at his Oscar party. Blending rock & roll\, soul\, R&B\, and more\, the band continues to captivate audiences around the world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. \nTICKETS ON SALE WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 2 AT 10AM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $65 Tier 1$55 Tier 2$45 Tier 3$25 App State StudentsApp State Faculty/Staff: $5 off all tiers \nNC sales tax is included in ticket price. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BUY TICKETS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/st-paul-the-broken-bones/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Appalachian Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/72dpi_SPBB-LEAD-PRESS-IMAGE-2026-_-Credit-Josh-Weichman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T100000 DTSTAMP:20260712T224425Z CREATED:20260712T224459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T224425Z UID:10000224-1807783200-1807783200@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:North Carolina Symphony: What Makes Music\, Music? DESCRIPTION:For more than 75 years\, the North Carolina Symphony’s Education Concerts have inspired generations of students through one of the nation’s most extensive symphony education programs. Designed for students in grades 3-5\, these concerts introduce the instruments of the orchestra while exploring the fundamental elements of music through an interactive and engaging live concert experience. \nThe 2026/27 Education Concert\, What Makes Music\, Music?\, invites students to discover how melody\, rhythm\, tempo\, dynamics\, texture\, and form shape the music they hear. Featuring works by Mozart\, Strauss\, Joplin\, and more\, the program introduces students to a variety of musical styles and demonstrates how composers creatively use the elements of music in each piece.  \nEducators are encouraged to take advantage of the North Carolina Symphony’s free curriculum-aligned teacher resources and transportation funding opportunities to help make this field trip experience accessible and meaningful for every student. \nNote: A special performance featuring Hayes School of Music musicians will take place later the same evening at 7:30pm as part of the Appalachian Arts 2026/2027 series. The evening performance is free; bring the whole family! \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: ~ 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades 3-5Study Guide: download pdf here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or register online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $5/person \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register group of 25+ people\n \n Register group of less than 25 people\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About North Carolina Symphony\n \n \n \n \n \n Founded in 1932\, the North Carolina Symphony (NCS) is a vital and honored component of North Carolina’s cultural life. Each year\, more than 300 concerts\, education programs\, and community engagement offerings reach adults and schoolchildren in all 100 North Carolina counties—in communities large and small\, and in concert halls\, auditoriums\, gymnasiums\, restaurants\, clubs\, and outdoor settings. NCS is proud to expand access to audiences around the globe through concerts and educational offerings available through the digital space. \nThe Symphony performs under the artistic leadership of Grammy Award-winning Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto. NCS’s state headquarters venue is the spectacular Meymandi Concert Hall at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh\, and the Symphony’s service across the state includes series in Chapel Hill\, Wilmington\, New Bern\, and Moore County\, as well as the Summerfest series at its summer home\, the outdoor Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary. NCS brings some of the world’s greatest talents to North Carolina and embraces home-state artists from classical musicians to bluegrass bands\, creating live music experiences distinctive to North Carolina. NCS is dedicated to giving voice to new art and has presented more than 50 U.S. or world premieres in its history. \nCommitted to engaging students of all ages across North Carolina\, NCS leads one of the most extensive education programs of any symphony orchestra in the country—serving over 150\,000 students each year. In alignment with the curriculum set by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction\, the Symphony provides training and resources for teachers\, sends small ensembles into classrooms\, and presents full-orchestra in-person and online Education Concerts that bring the fundamentals of music to life. Music Discovery for preschoolers combines music with storytelling\, and at the middle and high school levels\, students have opportunities to work directly with NCS artists and perform for NCS audiences. \nThe North Carolina Symphony gratefully acknowledges financial support from Wake County\, the City of Raleigh\, and the State of North Carolina. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educator Workshops\nThe APPlause! K-12 Performing Arts series is committed to helping educators receive high quality professional development at no cost. Certificates of completion can be obtained upon request for a wide variety of workshops offered by the Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. \nQuestions? Contact chenauskyc@appstate.edu | 828.262.2948 \n \n View workshops URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/north-carolina-symphony-what-makes-music-music/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:APPlause! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/72dpi_DSC06173-DeNoiseAI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270415T193000 DTSTAMP:20260804T152249Z CREATED:20260819T140051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T152249Z UID:10000229-1807817400-1807817400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:North Carolina Symphony: "Classical Favorites" DESCRIPTION:Sophie Mok\, conductor \nJoin the North Carolina Symphony for a FREE concert featuring some of the most beloved masterpieces in classical music. From sweeping melodies to exhilarating orchestral favorites\, this unforgettable program celebrates the timeless power of orchestral music. \nAppalachian State’s Appalachian Symphony Orchestra will join the NC Symphony for a side-by-side performance during the first half of the concert. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is FREE*\, but registration is required.Seating is General Admission. \n*A $1 transaction fee will be applied to all tickets reserved online; there is no charge for tickets purchased in person at the Box Office or by phone. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About North Carolina Symphony\nFounded in 1932\, the North Carolina Symphony (NCS) is a vital and honored component of North Carolina’s cultural life. Each year\, more than 300 concerts\, education programs\, and community engagement offerings reach adults and schoolchildren in all 100 North Carolina counties—in communities large and small\, and in concert halls\, auditoriums\, gymnasiums\, restaurants\, clubs\, and outdoor settings. NCS is proud to expand access to audiences around the globe through concerts and educational offerings available through the digital space. \nThe Symphony performs under the artistic leadership of Grammy Award-winning Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto. NCS’s state headquarters venue is the spectacular Meymandi Concert Hall at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh\, and the Symphony’s service across the state includes series in Chapel Hill\, Wilmington\, New Bern\, and Moore County\, as well as the Summerfest series at its summer home\, the outdoor Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary. NCS brings some of the world’s greatest talents to North Carolina and embraces home-state artists from classical musicians to bluegrass bands\, creating live music experiences distinctive to North Carolina. NCS is dedicated to giving voice to new art and has presented more than 50 U.S. or world premieres in its history. \nCommitted to engaging students of all ages across North Carolina\, NCS leads one of the most extensive education programs of any symphony orchestra in the country—serving over 150\,000 students each year. In alignment with the curriculum set by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction\, the Symphony provides training and resources for teachers\, sends small ensembles into classrooms\, and presents full-orchestra in-person and online Education Concerts that bring the fundamentals of music to life. Music Discovery for preschoolers combines music with storytelling\, and at the middle and high school levels\, students have opportunities to work directly with NCS artists and perform for NCS audiences. \nThe North Carolina Symphony gratefully acknowledges financial support from Wake County\, the City of Raleigh\, and the State of North Carolina. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Parking\nParking can be challenging\, particularly for sold-out events. Please allow extra time to park and arrive at the theatre before showtime. See map for parking recommendations. \n \n \n \n \n \n Accommodations\nApp State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities. If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate on the basis of a disability\, contact the Office of Disability Resources (828-262-3056). It is recommended that accommodation requests be made two weeks prior to the event. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/north-carolina-symphony-classical-favorites/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Appalachian Arts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/NCS-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270423T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270423T100000 DTSTAMP:20260712T224226Z CREATED:20260712T224215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T224226Z UID:10000223-1808474400-1808474400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Carnival of the Animals and Other Stories DESCRIPTION:Music\, movement\, and visual storytelling unite in this performance featuring the Hayes School of Music’s Appalachian Symphony Orchestra and dancers from the Department of Theatre and Dance. Enjoy Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals\, with its musical menagerie brought to life through poetry and original choreography\, and Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite\, where fairy tales unfold through orchestral music and animation. \nLearn more about the Hayes School of Music at music.appstate.edu/ \nLearn more about the Department of Theatre and Dance at theatreanddance.appstate.edu/ \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: ~ 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades K-6Study Guide: download pdf here \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets\nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or register online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Groups of 25+ people$1/person \nGroups of less than 25 people$5/person \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register group of 25+ people\n \n Register group of less than 25 people\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Educator Workshops\nThe APPlause! K-12 Performing Arts series is committed to helping educators receive high quality professional development at no cost. Certificates of completion can be obtained upon request for a wide variety of workshops offered by the Office of Arts Engagement and Cultural Resources. \nQuestions? Contact chenauskyc@appstate.edu | 828.262.2948 \n \n View workshops URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/carnival-of-the-animals-and-other-stories/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:APPlause! ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/COTA-Schaefer-Site.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR