NC Stage Company

R. Buckminster Fuller: The History (and Mystery) of the Universe

May. 5th — May. 23rd, 2027

R. Buckminster Fuller: The History (and Mystery) of the Universe by D.W. Jacobs from the life, work, and writings of R.B. Fuller. This show is apart of NC Stage's 2026/27 Season.

SCIENCE | VISIONARY | WONDER

Expelled from Harvard twice, trained as a naval engineer, after many personal, family and business crises, he learned that his life belonged to the Universe and humanity.

What followed were the explorations of one of the most restlessly inventive minds of the twentieth century. In this one-man tour de force, we encounter the life and mind of R. Buckminster Fuller — futurist, philosopher, poet, architect of the geodesic dome, artist of accelerations — to see how we already have everything we need to save the planet, if we just “think different” about how we are Operating Spaceship Earth!

 

Know Before You Go (runtime, parking, etc.)

Runtime: Coming soon!

Lobby: The NC Stage lobby and concessions area will open one hour before showtime for your convenience.

Parking: Two Asheville city parking decks are located less than two blocks from the theatre. The Rankin Parking Garage is just past the theatre on the same side of Walnut Street. Harrah’s Cherokee Center Parking Garage is across the street. Street parking in downtown Asheville is free after 6pm and on Sundays.

About the Playwright

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Meet the Cast and Production Team

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Ticket Pricing, Discounts, Special Events

All tickets for R. Buckminster Fuller: the History (and Mystery) of the Universe follow our tiered pricing system and will be available for pick-up at Will Call on the day of the show.

  • Regular Adult Tickets: $30.50 – $57.50 (including fees but not including tax; depending on chosen seat)
  • Student Tickets: $18.50 (including fees but not including tax;  18 and under/college and graduate students with student ID)
  • Choose Your Price Nights: All seats choose your price starting at $18.50 (including fees but not including tax):
    • Wednesday, May 5th @ 7:30pm
    • Thursday, May 6th @ 7:30pm
    • Friday, May 7th @ 7:30pm
  • Opening Night Champagne Toast: following the performance on Saturday, May 8th, 2027
  • Post Show Conversation: following the matinee performance on Friday, May 14th, 2027
  • This show IS part of the 2026-27 Season Pass! You may use your subscriber code to book tickets at the link below or call the box office at 828-239-0263
  • Discounts are available for the following groups – Please call the box office for details and to book these tickets!
    • educators and education support staff,
    • health care professionals and first responders,
    • members of the food and beverage union, and
    • veterans and active duty military members.
Show Date and Time Information

Performances of R. Buckminster Fuller: the History (and Mystery) of the Universe will be held on the days and times listed below. The lobby and concessions area will open one hour prior to showtime. Concessions may be taken into the theatre during the performance.

May 5th – May 23rd, 2027

Evening Performances:

Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays @ 7:30pm

Friday, May 7th @ 7:30pm

Matinee Performances:

Sundays at 2:00pm

Friday, May 14th @ 2:00pm
Saturday, May 15th @ 2:00pm

Friday, May 21st @ 2:00pm
Saturday, May 22nd @ 2:00pm

 

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