The Cherokee story is one that shouldn’t be lost in time. These resilient people brought the hills of the Blue Ridge Mountains alive with their spirit and way of life. And “Unto These Hills” keeps their stories alive.
This powerful performance tells the story of the forced relocation of 16,000 Cherokee peoples forced to walk to present day Oklahoma, losing a quarter of their population during the harsh journey, earning its infamous name as the Trail of Tears. Today, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is a sovereign nation with over 14,000 members.
Bring a blanket and be fully immersed in this 2,100-seat amphitheater under the stars at Mountainside Theater in Cherokee, NC. From May 25th through August 17th, nightly Monday through Saturday, from 8-10pm, the brilliant actors transport the audience into an authentic tale of Cherokee life, and their many trials and triumphs, through acting, singing and dance.
The sound quality and theatrical feature effects are impressive, taking you through a cathartic experience of love, loss, tradition and ritual. From the tragedies of the Trail of Tears, to the present day where Cherokee people still struggle to find their place in society, this is a show that will transform the way you see this area, the Cherokee people, and this country. Don’t miss it.