# Event Details

- **Event Name**: A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join PBS North Carolina and Paul Bonesteel on April 29 at the Fine Arts Theatre in Asheville, NC for a free screening of A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story, followed by a filmmaker Q&A. 

Learn the inspiring and mysterious story of Japanese photographer George Masa, his passion for the Appalachian Mountains and his role in founding Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A winding road and decades of research finally reveal the secrets that followed him to his grave in 1933. His was an artistic odyssey—from tragedy in Japan and the Pacific Northwest to a reimagined life in Asheville, NC.

After the screening, participate in a Q&A with filmmaker Paul Bonesteel as he shares his decades-long fascination with uncovering the full story behind George Masa. 

This is a FREE, family-friendly event, but tickets are required: https://fineartstheatre.com/special-events 

To reserve your free tickets, please select April 29 on the Fine Arts Theatre's ticketing page. Please note that while a total price will be shown, no credit card information will be asked for, just your email!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/asheville/a-life-reimagined-the-george-masa-story-screening-qanda/200029920145840
- **Event Categories**: art, theatre, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 40

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Asheville
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Fine Arts Theatre
- **lat**: 35.59357
- **long**: -82.55101
- **full address**: Fine Arts Theatre, 36 Biltmore Ave,Asheville, North Carolina, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A being held?
  - **A:** A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A takes place on Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Wed, 29 Apr, 2026 at 06:30 pm at Fine Arts Theatre, 36 Biltmore Ave,Asheville, North Carolina, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A?
  - **A:** A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A is organized by PBS North Carolina.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at PBS North Carolina's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given PBS North Carolina a rating of 4.5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. PBS North Carolina has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Asheville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story Screening + Q&A sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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