What Our Audience is Saying about the 2025 season

A selection of reactions from Asheville and Winston-Salem, reflecting the impact of Appalachian Phoenix & other works.

“It was more than ‘dance’. It was a beautifully written, choreographed and performed multi-media work of contemporary art, visual and auditory. The music was outstanding. The dance was outstanding.”

“I live in Swannanoa and although my house was not affected by the storm, much of my immediate community was devastated. I think the piece touched us in a way that let us know that we have not been forgotten.”

“I walked away from this dance thinking that everyone should have the privilege of seeing it. It was so powerful and healing. It is a piece that brings people together in a world that is quite divisive.”

“Appalachian Phoenix brought tears to my eyes, a very emotional piece that was extremely well done, such a talented group of dancers.”

“Incredibly moving. The combination of superb choreography and dance; great music from the best local musicians; and inspired set design created a truly memorable dance. We LOVE Terpsicorps and Appalachian Phoenix went above and beyond our already high expectations.”

“Awe inspiring… uplifting… every vignette touched my heart, adding a warm connection to a community that is still suffering from a horrible tragedy… Hurricane Helene.”

“It was my first time seeing this company, but I will make a point to support them however I can in the future. Amazing talent, telling meaningful stories through exquisite choreography, brought a spirit of hopefulness into me.”

“Our community needs these kinds of collective spaces that are embodied and creative in order to heal and recover.”

“Coming together as a community to revisit the hurricane and all the emotions that came with it was amazing. I did not expect to be so emotional.”

“A beautiful night of powerful art, talent, and community—just what the world needs right now.”