BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250820T130054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T195019Z UID:10000149-1762975800-1762975800@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque DESCRIPTION:Afrique en Cirque is a show by Yamoussa Bangoura\, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This performance shares the beauty\, youth and artistry of African culture. A colorful show beyond its scenery\, costumes and staging\, it makes any theatre vibrate with energy and represents the strength\, agility and life’s joys of young Africans. The audience will see acrobats execute gravity-defying moves and human pyramids\, accompanied by the contemporary sounds of live Afro-Jazz\, percussion\, and kora. Welcome to the universe of Kalabanté Productions\, and prepare for an unforgettable journey. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 800-841-2787 or 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 $45 Tier 1$35 Tier 2$25 Tier 3$10 Child/Student**First 100 Child tickets (for children 12 and younger) are FREE with each purchase of a standard tiered ticket. \nApp State faculty/staff: 10% off all tiers Call the Box Office for special code \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 Kalabanté\nKalabanté Productions was created by Yamoussa Bangoura\, a multidisciplinary artist of Guinean origin.  Yamoussa’s dream was the founding of a school of circus arts\, and to direct his own multidisciplinary company specializing in the African arts.  \nYamoussa first became interested in the Circus Arts as a young man growing up in Conakry Guinea in the 1990s.   He studied the circus performers he saw on European TV and practiced on the beach and dirt around his home. He also studied the Nyamakala tradition of circus\, practiced by the Fula people of West Africa. He eventually joined Guinea’s original circus company\, Circus Baobob\, with whom he toured Africa and Europe. \nIn the early 2000s\, Yamoussa was recruited to come to Canada with Cirque Eloize\, a Montreal-based Canadian cirque company.  While in Canada\, he also performed with Cirque du Soleil and Cavalia (cirque with horses). In 2007\, Yamoussa realized his dream and opened his own company\, Kalabanté Productions\, in Montreal Canada. He recruited many of his extended family members to join the company\, including his twin sisters\, brothers\, and cousins. \nThe company began doing shows in Quebec\, and over the years expanded to all of Canada\, the USA and now performs all over the world. In 2018\, Kalabanté opened their own studio and school in Montreal\, where they offer classes in African dance\, cirque\, and drumming. \nKalabanté Productions is proud to be able to share their work\, achievements and skills to inspire others and to assist with the humanitarian mission to help the Guinean community from which Yamoussa and many of his company members come. \n \n \n \n \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-kalabante-afrique-en-cirque/ 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/2025/06/Medium_DSC_1791.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250710T130024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T200417Z UID:10000142-1762941600-1762941600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Cirque Kalabanté: Excerpts from Afrique en Cirque - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Afrique en Cirque was developed by multidisciplinary cirque artist of Guinean origin Yamoussa Bangoura\, inspired by daily life in Guinea. This excerpted performance shares the beauty\, youth\, and artistry of African culture\, as acrobats execute gravity-defying moves and human pyramids\, accompanied by the contemporary sounds of live Afro-Jazz\, percussion\, and kora. The full-length performance of Afrique en Cirque will be presented on the Appalachian Arts evening series at the Schaefer Center. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: Approx. 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades K-12Study Guide: download 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 Tickets\nTHIS PERFORMANCE IS SOLD OUT \nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 800-841-2787 or 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$5/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 Yamoussa Bangoura and Kalabanté Productions\n \n \n \n \n \n Kalabanté Productions was created by Yamoussa Bangoura\, a multidisciplinary artist of Guinean origin. Yamoussa’s dream was the founding of a school of circus arts\, and to direct his own multidisciplinary company specializing in the African arts. Yamoussa first became interested in the Circus Arts as a young man growing up in Conakry Guinea in the 1990s\, studying the circus performers he saw on European TV and practicing on the beach and dirt around his home. He also studied the Nyamakala tradition of circus\, practiced by the Fula people of West Africa. Yamoussa eventually joined Guinea’s original circus company\, Circus Baobab\, with whom he toured Africa and Europe.  \nIn the early 2000s\, Yamoussa was recruited to Canada to perform with Cirque Eloize\, a Montreal-based cirque company.  While in Canada\, he also performed with Cirque du Soleil and Cavalia (cirque with horses). In 2007\, Yamoussa realized his dream and opened his own company\, Kalabanté Productions\, in Montreal\, Canada. He recruited many of his extended family members to join the company\, including his twin sisters\, brothers\, and cousins. \nThe company began performing in Quebec\, and over the years\, expanded across Canada\, the US\, and now performs all over the world. In 2018\, Kalabanté opened its own studio and school in Montreal\, where classes are offered in African dance\, cirque\, and drumming. The Kalabanté Productions team is proud to share its work\, achievements and skills to inspire others and to assist with the humanitarian mission to help the Guinean community from which Yamoussa and many of his company members come. \n \n \n \n \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-kalabante-excerpts-from-afrique-en-cirque/ 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/2025/06/Cirque-Kalabante_72dpi.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T190000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20251010T190031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T190035Z UID:10000175-1762538400-1762542000@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Steely Pan Steel Band DESCRIPTION:The performance will also be live-streamed at music.appstate.edu/performances.\n\n\n \n\nAdmission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is needed. \nFor a disability accommodation\, visit odr.appstate.edu. \nClick here to learn more about the Hayes School of Music URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/steely-pan-steel-band/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community,Free Event,Hayes School of Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/localist-steely-pan-steel-band.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T210000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20251010T185714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T185912Z UID:10000174-1762372800-1762376400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Jazz Ensemble I DESCRIPTION:The performance will also be live-streamed at music.appstate.edu/performances.\n\n\n \n\nAdmission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is needed. \nFor a disability accommodation\, visit odr.appstate.edu. \nClick here to learn more about the Hayes School of Music URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/jazz-ensemble-i/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community,Free Event,Hayes School of Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/localist-jazz-ensemble.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T180000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250820T130030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194945Z UID:10000152-1760896800-1760896800@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Disney's MOANA Live-to-Film Concert DESCRIPTION:Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Disney’s MOANA Live-To-Film Concert North American tour\, featuring a full-length screening of the beloved movie accompanied by live performances of a unique on-stage musical ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians\, Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists\, celebrating the music and songs from this award-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios’ animated classic. \n \n \n \n \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 800-841-2787 or 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 General Admission$35 Standard$10 Child/Student \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/disneys-moana-live-to-film-concert/ 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/2025/08/1920x1080.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T210000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20251010T184028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T184213Z UID:10000172-1760731200-1760734800@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Homecoming Band Spectacular! DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Homecoming with the Appalachian Bands! Jazz Ensemble I\, the Appalachian Symphony Band\, and the Appalachian Wind Ensemble will present their 4th annual Band Spectacular on the Friday night of Homecoming weekend. The Jazz Ensemble will open the concert with several jazz pieces\, the Symphony Band will perform Alfred Reed’s First Suite for Band\, and the Wind Ensemble will perform three works: Michael Markowski’s joyRiDE\, James M. Stephenson’s Declaration\, and James David’s Flying Jewels. \nView the program notes with information about the pieces and performers. \n\n\n\nThe performance will also be live-streamed at music.appstate.edu/performances. \n\n  \nAdmission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is needed. For a disability accommodation\, visit odr.appstate.edu. \nClick here to learn more about the Hayes School of Music URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/homecoming-band-spectacular/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community,Free Event,Hayes School of Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Symphony-Band.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T193000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250718T140007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194918Z UID:10000155-1759865400-1759865400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:C.S. Lewis On Stage: Further Up & Further In DESCRIPTION:presented by Fellowship for the Performing Arts – US Tours \nAward-winning actor Max McLean’s tour de force performance captures C.S. Lewis’ magnetic personality\, astonishing eloquence and laugh-out-loud wit to create an onstage experience venturing deep into the soul of one of the most influential thinkers of the past century. \nUsing Lewis’ own words\, this dazzling\, multi-media theatrical event explores: \n\nWhy the BBC gave him a huge audience to deliver wartime talks that would become Mere Christianity.\nHow Hitler influenced the writing of The Screwtape Letters.\nHow his profound insights on the divinity of Christ\, prayer\, heaven and the Second Coming influenced The Chronicles of Narnia.\n\nDon’t miss this mesmerizing\, one-of-a-kind stage experience that promises to take you further up and further in the heart and mind of C.S. Lewis. \nThe performance is followed by a post-show discussion with Max McLean. \nFurther Up and Further In run time is 90 minutes with no intermission. It is recommended for ages 13 and older\, and children under age 4 are not admitted. \n \n \n \n \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 800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046\, visit the box office at the Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, or purchase online. Tickets on sale July 18 at 10am ET. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n $82 Tier 1$72 Tier 2$20 App State Faculty/Staff$5 App State Students \nTaxes are included; fees are not included \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n Appalachian State University complies with all institutional neutrality requirements set forth by UNC System policies and University policies. The views and opinions expressed by Fellowship for the Peforming Arts and the production do not represent the views or opinions of the Schaefer Center or Appalachian State University. URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/c-s-lewis-on-stage/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/CSL2_2100x1400_a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T193000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250624T150018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T200327Z UID:10000140-1759692600-1759692600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group (aka Small Large Band) DESCRIPTION:Lyle Lovett & His Acoustic Group (aka Small Large Band) take the Schaefer Center stage with an all-star lineup — Russ Kunkel (drums)\, Leland Sklar (bass)\, Jim Cox (piano)\, Jeff White & James Harrah (guitars)\, and Amy Keys (vocals) — delivering a powerful\, more amplified version of their signature acoustic sound. \nA singer\, composer and actor\, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling\, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country\, swing\, jazz\, folk\, gospel\, and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. \nWhether touring as a ‘Duo’ or with his ‘Acoustic Group’ or his ‘Large Band\,’ Lovett’s live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend’s deep talents\, but also the diversity of his influences\, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music. \nSince his self-titled debut in 1986\, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music’s most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades\, besides the four Grammy Awards\, he was given the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award\, and was named Texas State Musician. \nHis works\, rich and eclectic\, are some of the most beloved of any artist working today. \n \n \n \n \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 800-841-2787 or 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 $70 Tier 1$60 Tier 2$45 Tier 3$25 App State students \nApp State faculty/staff: 10% off all tiers Call the Box Office for special code \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/lyle-lovett-and-his-acoustic-group/ 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/2025/06/Lyle-Lovett-main-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T100000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250710T130043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T162909Z UID:10000141-1759312800-1759312800@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Doktor Kaboom: Look Out! Science is Coming! - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Doktor Kaboom! takes us on a tour of the modern scientific method\, using humor and comedy while demonstrating spectacular applications of the physical sciences.Topics include: safety; pressure and force; simple machines; velocity; application of science to everyday life; the scientific method (hypothesis and experimentation); multiple experimentation; constant discovery of new information and data; definitions: chemical reactions\, exothermic\, external and chemical formula; mass; air pressure; and demonstration vs. experimentation. \nLearning Connections made with Doktor Kaboom: Look Out! Science is Coming! \n\nScience (Embedded Inquiry\, Embedded Technology and Engineering)\nPhysical Science (Matter\, Energy\, Motion\, Forces of Nature)\nSTEAM\nTheatre (Character Acting\, Comedy)\nHealth and Wellness (Preventing Injuries\, Self-Awareness\, Self-Confidence\, Social Awareness\, Respect for Others\, Self-Management\, Perseverance\, Positive Attitude\, Responsible Decision Making)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: Approx. 60 minutesRecommended for: Grades 3-7View the Study Guide \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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\nTHIS PERFORMANCE IS SOLD OUT \nContact theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, call 800-841-2787 or 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$3/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 David Epley\, aka Doktor Kaboom!\n \n \n \n \n \n Doktor Kaboom is the creation of actor/comedian David Epley. Originally from Charlotte\, NC\, Epley first explored his passion for science in a lab he built in his parents’ basement. He just had to clean the basement first. (Clever parents!) This love of hands-on learning grew\, and he eventually went on to study chemistry and physics in a specialized high school\, the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics. The first of its kind in the nation\, NCSSM is a residential school with such luxuries at the time as PhD professors\, its own electron microscope\, and a Minivac mainframe with campus-wide internet\, before the internet. From there\, Epley continued his studies at the university level\, exploring a degree in Chemical Engineering. \nAlong the way\, however\, he found a second passion — performing — and by joining the two\, David has created the most fulfilling work of his life. Over the last 16 years as Doktor Kaboom\, he has performed more than 2\,000 live shows to a cumulative audience of over 2\,000\,000 students and families worldwide. \nDavid believes in service\, is a veteran of the US Army\, and for five years served his community as a firefighter and EMT. Home is now Seattle\, Washington\, with his magnificent wife\, Annie. Occasionally they even hear from their two amazing daughters. \n \n \n \n \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/doktor-kaboom/ 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/2025/06/1-air-cannon-horizontal_KIT8776-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250912T172954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T172959Z UID:10000165-1759068000-1759071600@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Appalachian Symphony Orchestra: "Fire" DESCRIPTION:The Appalachian Symphony Orchestra starts the year off with fire\, performing Stravinsky’s breathtakingly colorful “The Firebird Suite\,” Marquez’s joyous “Conga del fuego nuevo\,” and the world premiere of Hayes School of Music alumna Caroline Goforth’s “Springtime in the Mountains\,” winner of the 2025 HSOM Composition Competition. The ASO will also be joined by HSOM violin professor Dr. Pedro Maia to perform Sarasate’s brilliantly fiery and virtuosic “Carmen Fantasy.” \nDr. Alexandra Dee\, music director \n  \nAdmission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is needed. For a disability accommodation\, visit odr.appstate.edu. \nClick here to learn more about the Hayes School of Music URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/appalachian-symphony-orchestra-fire/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community,Free Event,Hayes School of Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Appalachian-Symphony-Orchestra-Photo-by-Chase-Reynolds.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T200000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250916T185101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T185148Z UID:10000166-1758830400-1758830400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:PVRIS DESCRIPTION:PVRIS (pronounced “Paris”) burst onto the scene blending haunting atmospheres with razor-sharp hooks\, led by the powerhouse that is Lynn Gunn. Hailing from Massachusetts\, they quickly made waves with their genre-blurring sound — melding rock\, synthpop\, and dark electronica into anthems built for both the club and the mosh pit. Debut album White Noise became a cult classic\, with emotionally charged tracks and cinematic vibes. Since then\, they’ve evolved with each release\, never afraid to push boundaries or get brutally honest. A decade later\, PVRIS are celebrating the 10-year anniversary of White Noise by taking it back to the stage\, revisiting the record that started it all while continuing to carve out the future. \n \n \n \n \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 800-841-2787 or 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 $15 general public$10 students \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/pvris/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/pvris-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T213000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250912T172546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T172641Z UID:10000164-1758312000-1758317400@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Appalachian Symphony Band and Appalachian Wind Ensemble: "Around the World" DESCRIPTION:The Appalachian Symphony Band and Appalachian Wind Ensemble present a program of works in homage to history\, culture\, and adventure from around the world! Among the pieces are Julie Giroux’s KHAN\, which depicts Genghis Khan and his army on the move\, and Percy Grainger’s Lincolnshire Posy\, a bunch of “musical wildflowers” based on folksongs collected in Lincolnshire\, England. Jacques Press’ Wedding Dance is a fiery\, fast-paced traditional circle dance that captures the joyous spirit of a traditional Jewish wedding\, and Valerie Coleman’s Roma is a tribute to the Romani people in a fusion of styles and cultures. Experience these and more in the bands’ curated program. \nAppalachian Symphony Band: Dr. Jason Gardner\, Music Director and Conductor; Jake Miller\, Graduate Conductor \nAppalachian Wind Ensemble: Dr. John Stanley Ross\, Music Director and Conductor; Marin Kimpton\, Graduate Conductor \n  \nAdmission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is needed. For a disability accommodation\, visit odr.appstate.edu. \nClick here to learn more about the Hayes School of Music URL:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/event/appalachian-symphony-band-and-appalachian-wind-ensemble-around-the-world/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community,Free Event,Hayes School of Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Symphony-Band-and-Wind-Ensemble.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T190000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114957 CREATED:20250821T215819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T153222Z UID:10000156-1758049200-1758049200@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Keynote Address: An Evening with Author Dave Isay DESCRIPTION:The Common Reading Program at Appalachian State University is delighted to offer Callings: The Purpose and Passion of Work\, from legendary American radio producer and documentarian Dave Isay\, as the university’s common reading book for the 2025-2026 academic year. In 1994 Isay founded Sound Portraits Productions\, from which in 2003 he launched StoryCorps\, an oral history project aimed at recording\, preserving\, and sharing the stories of Americans from all backgrounds and beliefs. StoryCorps\, whose mission is to “help us believe in each other by illuminating the humanity and possibility in us all—one story at a time\,” is committed to the idea that everyone has an important story to tell\, and everyone’s story matters. In Isay’s own words\, StoryCorps is “a project about permanence in an ever more disposable society. It reminds us of what’s really important in the midst of all of life’s distractions. It encourages us to connect despite endless temptations to detach and disengage.” \nCallings is Isay’s eighth book\, and his fifth for StoryCorps\, for whom his contributions include beloved bestsellers Listening Is an Act of Love: A Celebration of American Life from the StoryCorps Project\, and All There Is: Love Stories from StoryCorps. In Callings\, an inspiring tribute to rewarding work and the American pursuit of happiness\, Isay presents unforgettable stories from people doing what they love\, demonstrating how work can be about much more than just making a living\, and that chasing dreams and finding inspiration in unexpected places can transform a vocation into a calling. \nLearn more about the Common Reading Program 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 Event is free and open to the public.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Dave Isay’s work over the past three decades has earned him nearly every award in broadcasting\, including five Peabody Awards\, a Guggenheim Fellowship\, a MacArthur “Genius Grant\,” the 2015 TED Prize\, and numerous other recognitions. His work\, which taps into the heart and soul of the human experience\, has brought more than 600\,000 Americans together—two at a time—to record intimate conversations about their lives\, create a human connection\, pass wisdom from one generation to the next\, and leave a legacy for the future. Each conversation is preserved at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress—the largest single collection of human voices ever gathered. Millions of listeners hear StoryCorps’ weekly broadcasts on NPR’s Morning Edition\, and select stories are also shared through StoryCorps’ podcast\, animated shorts\, digital platforms\, and books. \n \n \n \n \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/dave-isay/ LOCATION:Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts\, 733 Rivers Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States CATEGORIES:Campus and Community,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://schaefercenter.appstate.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dave-Isay-Head-Shot.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T200000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114958 CREATED:20250716T190252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194819Z UID:10000139-1757707200-1757707200@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Billy Strings & Bryan Sutton with Royal Masat - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Billy Strings & Bryan Sutton with Royal Masat\, performing 2 nights at the Schaefer Center on September 11 & 12. \nThis event is SOLD OUT. Tickets were available by request only via a lottery this past April. \n\nInterested parties requested tickets by Monday\, April 21st at 2pm ET.\nThey were notified by email on Wednesday\, April 23 confirming their ticket request status.\nCompleting the ticket request did not guarantee they would receive tickets.\n\nTwo-time Grammy Award-winning singer\, songwriter\, and musician Billy Strings joins forces with renowned guitarist Bryan Sutton to release their new collaborative album\, Live at the Legion. Recorded live on April 7\, 2024 at Nashville’s American Legion Post 82\, the album showcases the acclaimed duo performing 20 traditional bluegrass and folk songs\, including new renditions of Bob Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice\, It’s Alright\,” Doc Watson’s “Way Downtown\,” and more. \nReleased as a surprise on April 7\, 2025—the one-year anniversary of the recording—the album is now available to stream and pre-order CD or vinyl. \n \n \n \n \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\n\nTickets to this event are available by Ticketmaster Request only. The Schaefer Center Box Office staff is available to answer questions by email at theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, by phone at 828-262-4046\, or in person at 733 Rivers St.\, Boone. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Show at 8pm; doors at 7pm\n \n \n \n \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/billy-strings-bryan-sutton-with-royal-masat-sold-out/ 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/2025/04/Billy-Strings.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T200000 DTSTAMP:20260513T114958 CREATED:20250407T110048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194725Z UID:10000123-1757620800-1757620800@schaefercenter.appstate.edu SUMMARY:Billy Strings & Bryan Sutton with Royal Masat - SOLD OUT DESCRIPTION:Billy Strings & Bryan Sutton with Royal Masat\, performing 2 nights at the Schaefer Center on September 11 & 12. \nThis event is SOLD OUT. Tickets were available by request only via a lottery this past April. \n\nInterested parties requested tickets by Monday\, April 21st at 2pm ET.\nThey were notified by email on Wednesday\, April 23 confirming their ticket request status.\nCompleting the ticket request did not guarantee they would receive tickets.\n\nTwo-time Grammy Award-winning singer\, songwriter\, and musician Billy Strings joins forces with renowned guitarist Bryan Sutton to release their new collaborative album\, Live at the Legion. Recorded live on April 7\, 2024 at Nashville’s American Legion Post 82\, the album showcases the acclaimed duo performing 20 traditional bluegrass and folk songs\, including new renditions of Bob Dylan’s “Don’t Think Twice\, It’s Alright\,” Doc Watson’s “Way Downtown\,” and more. \nReleased as a surprise on April 7\, 2025—the one-year anniversary of the recording—the album is now available to stream and pre-order CD or vinyl. \n \n \n \n \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\n\nTickets to this event are available by Ticketmaster Request only. The Schaefer Center Box Office staff is available to answer questions by email at theschaefercenter@appstate.edu\, by phone at 828-262-4046\, or in person at 733 Rivers St.\, Boone. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Show at 8pm; doors at 7pm\n \n \n \n \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/billy-strings-bryan-sutton-with-royal-masat-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/2025/04/Billy-Strings.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR