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SUMMARY:Kick Off the 2025 Holiday Season with the Perfect Gift –  Greetings! at Brunswick Little Theatre By Tom Dudzick       Directed by Stephanie Hall
DESCRIPTION:live theatre performance
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/kick-off-the-2025-holiday-season-with-the-perfect-gift-greetings-at-brunswick-little-theatre-by-tom-dudzick-directed-by-stephanie-hall/
LOCATION:Brunswick Little Theatre\, 8068 River Road\, 8068 River Road SE\, Southport\, NC\, 28461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeanette Harrison":MAILTO:jeanette@brunswicklittletheatre.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T193000
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SUMMARY:Ebenezer! A Musical Christmas Carol
DESCRIPTION:https://www.thalianhall.org/tact-ebenezer-25\nShowtimes\nDates: Friday December 12\, 2025 – Sunday December 21\, 2025\nFriday – Saturday Time: 7:30 pm\nSunday Time: 2:00 pm\nAdditional Performances Thursday December 18\, 2025 7:30 pm and Saturday December 20\, 2025 2:00 pm\nLocation\nMain Stage Thalian Hall\n310 Chestnut St.\nBook\, Music\, and Lyrics By Frank Trimble All the beloved Charles Dickens characters show up as Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas. This musical adaption of Dickens’ famous story showcases diverse musical styles (rock\, country\, gospel\, polka) and varied uses of wording and language that span from one century to the next. The audience will be dazzled with the amazing choreography and unexpected comedic turns in this delightful adaptation. The words and lyrics of Ebenezer–A Christmas Carol come to life from the creative imagination of North Carolina playwright Frank P. Trimble. Make your holidays even brighter with this outstanding production!
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/ebenezer-a-musical-christmas-carol/
LOCATION:Thalian Hall Main Stage\, 310 Chestnut Street\, Wilmington\, NC
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org
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SUMMARY:Orange Street Pottery Holiday Sale
DESCRIPTION:Pottery show and sale presented by staff and student students of Orange St.\, Pottery
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/orange-street-pottery-holiday-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T130000
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SUMMARY:"The Nutcracker" Presented by Wilmington Conservatory
DESCRIPTION:WILMINGTON CONSERVATORY PRESENTS \nTHE NUTCRACKER \nThe Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts\, established in 2007\, is delighted to present the beloved holiday classic The Nutcracker. Back by popular demand after last season’s sold-out performances\, this treasured production has become a hallmark of Wilmington’s Christmas celebrations. \nInspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann’s enchanting story and set to Tchaikovsky’s sweeping score by legendary orchestral interpretation by Berlin Philharmoniker Orchestra\, The Nutcracker invites audiences into a world of wonder and imagination. With dazzling sets\, ornate period costumes\, and more than 200 performers—including Wilmington Conservatory dancers\, local actors\, and hired professional dancers—the stage comes alive with breathtaking artistry and festive cheer. \nJourney alongside Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they battle the Rat Queen\, travel through a sparkling winter wonderland\, and enter the delectable Land of the Sweets. From the graceful Waltz of the Snowflakes to the grandeur of the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier\, every scene is filled with unforgettable magic and joy for the entire family. \nAs Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts celebrates its nineteenth season in the ILM community\, we are honored to continue sharing this cherished tradition that has captivated audiences for generations. Over the years\, WCFA has brought to the Wilson Center stage beloved productions such as “Peter Pan”\, “The Sleeping Beauty”\, “The Lion\, the Witch\, and the Wardrobe”\, “Cinderella”\, “Hope Has Come”\, “Pinocchio”\, “Beauty and the Beast”\, “Americana”\, and many more beloved favorites. \nThis Christmas\, make memories to last a lifetime and join us for the holiday event of the season—The Nutcracker with the Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts this December 13-14th.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/the-nutcracker-presented-by-wilmington-conservatory/
LOCATION:Wilson Center Cape Fear Community College\, 703 N 3rd St\, Wilmington\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Dance,Music,Theater,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts":MAILTO:admin@dacwilmington.com
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SUMMARY:WSO's Holiday Mixer
DESCRIPTION:The Wilmington Symphony Orchestra is halfway through its 2025-2026 Season and what better way to celebrate than at our Holly Jolly Mid-Season Holiday Mixer: a kitschy fundraiser! Mix and jingle while supporting a great cause! \nWhat to Expect: \n– Holiday treats provided; cash bar available.\n– Ugly Holiday Outfit Contest — wear your tackiest Holiday outfit and compete for “Best Dressed”!\n– Food Drive — help set the table for the Holidays for a family in need by bringing canned goods to the event\, benefitting Good Shepherd Center.\n– Classic Holiday movies on play. \nGet your tickets early and save!\n– $20 Regular — through Dec 16\n– $25 At the Door \nProceeds benefit the WSO’s Music For Youth Education & Outreach Programs\, including the Young People’s Concert\, which gives children ages 6+ the chance to experience live classical music and try out instruments in the Wilson Center lobby. This year’s concert will include new sensory-friendly options and areas to make the experience welcoming for all. \nJoin us for a night of holiday cheer and community spirit!
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wsos-holiday-mixer-2/
CATEGORIES:Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:development@wilmingtonsymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T200000
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SUMMARY:Nights of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual holiday open house which allows visitors to see three levels of the site’s main house and the first level of the original slave quarters building. Visitors will see festive decor that ranges from historically accurate in the slave quarters building to whimsically modern inside the main house.  Holiday treats and hot chocolate will be available for purchase in the carriage house visitors’ center. Cash is preferred\, but credit cards accepted for transactions totaling $5 or above. Donations greatly appreciated and help us keep this event FREE.  \nThis event is made possible by volunteers who have priority access to the museum’s parking lot. Please plan on utilizing street parking which is abundant and FREE on the blocks surrounding the Museum.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/nights-of-lights-2/
LOCATION:The Bellamy Mansion Museum\, 503 Market Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bellamy Mansion Museum of History &amp%3B Design Arts":MAILTO:berrios@bellamymansion.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251118T182756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T102621Z
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SUMMARY:Grinch’s Christmas Spectacular Dec 19-23
DESCRIPTION:Join the Who’s at Thalian Hall and Witness the “Who-Bilee”! Grow your heart three times this year and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa\, Christmas cookies and all the Grinch-mas cheer at the “Grinch’s Christmas Spectacular”! This holiday event-production is an interactive theatrical experience for young audiences\, specifically adapted for all ages\, featuring local talent ages 8 & up! And the best part? You can meet all the Who’s\, the Grinch and his dog Max after the performance! See you at the Who-bilee!
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/grinchs-christmas-spectacular-dec-19-23/
LOCATION:Historic Thalian Hall\, 310 Chestnut St\, Wilmington\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Music,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Performance Club Theatre Company (PCTC)":MAILTO:PCTCforKIDS@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T200000
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CREATED:20251119T163934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T163934Z
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SUMMARY:Nights of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual holiday open house which allows visitors to see three levels of the site’s main house and the first level of the original slave quarters building. Visitors will see festive decor that ranges from historically accurate in the slave quarters building to whimsically modern inside the main house.  You can also meet Father Christmas and on Friday there will be a live performance of Christmas carols. Holiday treats\, hot chocolate\, and cider will be available for purchase in the carriage house visitors’ center. Cash is preferred\, but credit cards accepted for transactions totaling $5 or above. Donations greatly appreciated and help us keep this event FREE.  \n*Please plan on utilizing street parking which is abundant and free on the blocks surrounding the Museum. There are also paid parking decks nearby.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/nights-of-lights-3/
LOCATION:The Bellamy Mansion Museum\, 503 Market Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bellamy Mansion Museum of History &amp%3B Design Arts":MAILTO:berrios@bellamymansion.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T210000
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SUMMARY:Wilmington Voices presents Songs of the Season
DESCRIPTION:Free holiday concerts\, open to the public
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wilmington-voices-presents-songs-of-the-season/
LOCATION:Little Chapel on the Boardwalk\, 2 W Fayetteville St\, Wrightsville Beach\, NC\, 28480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20250910T162516Z
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SUMMARY:Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film
DESCRIPTION:Disney’s The Muppet Christmas Carol in Concert Live to Film features a screening of the beloved movie while the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra (WSO) plays the entire score in sync. 
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/disneys-the-muppet-christmas-carol-in-concert-live-to-film/
LOCATION:Wilson Center Cape Fear Community College\, 703 N 3rd St\, Wilmington\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Film,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:development@wilmingtonsymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251119T164806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T164918Z
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SUMMARY:Nights of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual holiday open house which allows visitors to see three levels of the site’s main house and the first level of the original slave quarters building. Visitors will see festive decor that ranges from historically accurate in the slave quarters building to whimsically modern inside the main house.  You can also meet Father Christmas and holiday treats\, hot chocolate\, and cider will be available for purchase in the carriage house visitors’ center. Cash is preferred\, but credit cards accepted for transactions totaling $5 or above. Donations greatly appreciated and help us keep this event FREE.  \n*Please plan on utilizing street parking which is abundant and free on the blocks surrounding the Museum. There are also paid parking decks nearby.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/nights-of-lights/
LOCATION:The Bellamy Mansion Museum\, 503 Market Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bellamy Mansion Museum of History &amp%3B Design Arts":MAILTO:berrios@bellamymansion.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T203000
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CREATED:20250829T161404Z
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SUMMARY:Wilmington Voices in FREE Concert!
DESCRIPTION:The spirit of the holidays comes alive through the magic of choral music. This captivating concert celebrates the warmth\, joy\, and beauty of the holiday season\, inviting audiences of all ages to gather and share in the festive cheer. Experience the power of live performance as Wilmington Voices takes you on a journey through beloved holiday classics.\n*All Music on Market Concerts are free\, open to the public and family friendly*\n*Tickets are not required. Venue Seating is Limited.  Seating is on First-Come\, First-Served basis.*
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wilmington-voices-in-free-concert/
LOCATION:1416 Market Street\, 1416 Market Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401-4999\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music on Market":MAILTO:MusiconMarket1416@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251015T203025Z
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SUMMARY:Wilmington Voices presents Songs of the Season
DESCRIPTION:Free\, non-ticked professional choir performance of holiday music
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wilmington-voices-presents-songs-of-the-season-2/
LOCATION:1416 Market Street\, 1416 Market Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401-4999\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Voices":MAILTO:wilmingtonvoices@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T210000
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SUMMARY:Jazz@CAM: The Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 8 | 7 PM \nJoin us for Jazz at CAM as we present the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble! \nExperience the energy and precision of one of the nation’s top high school jazz ensembles\, delivering everything from swinging big band classics to fresh\, contemporary charts. With remarkable skill and youthful passion\, the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble proves that the future of jazz is in excellent hands. \nJazz at CAM is must for jazz lovers in the Wilmington area! \nCAM Café is open for dinner the night of jazz performances. If you’d like to have dinner before the show\, please reserve a table by calling (910) 777-2363. If attending the jazz show\, we recommend making your reservation time no later than 6 PM to ensure you make it to the performance on time. \nTICKETS\nCAM Members: $40\nNot-Yet Members: $60\nStudents and Educators: $15 \nABOUT THE ENSEMBLE\nTriangle Youth Jazz Ensemble (TYJE) is one of the premier high school jazz ensembles in the country and is part of Triangle Youth Music\, an organization dedicated to providing exceptional music education across the Raleigh-Durham region. \nTYJE brings together outstanding high school musicians from across the area who are passionate about jazz performance and improvisation. The ensemble performs both classic and contemporary big band repertoire and has earned national recognition for its excellence. TYJE has been selected eight times as a finalist for Jazz at Lincoln Center’s prestigious Essentially Ellington Festival and Competition in New York City\, placing it among the top 15 high school jazz bands in the United States. \nIn 2024\, TYJE was the only high school community band invited to perform at the renowned Midwest Clinic in Chicago. The group performs regularly throughout the Triangle and beyond\, appearing at regional jazz festivals\, community events\, and concert series. \nTYJE is directed by Dr. Gregg Gelb\, a saxophonist\, clarinetist\, composer\, and founder of the Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra. Dr. Gelb is an active performer with many jazz groups in the Triangle and frequently appears with the North Carolina Symphony. TYJE exemplifies Triangle Youth Music’s commitment to high-quality\, accessible music education for young people across the region.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/jazzcam-the-triangle-youth-jazz-ensemble/
LOCATION:Cameron Art Museum\, 3201 S 17th St\, Wilmington\, 28412
CATEGORIES:Music,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251113T180356Z
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SUMMARY:Curtain Call:Wilmington Youth Theater Honors
DESCRIPTION:CURTAIN CALL was created to educate\, connect\, and elevate the next generation of theater artists — a joyful showcase celebrating the creativity and passion of young performers and giving them a well-deserved curtain call for their hard work and dedication. \nA collaborative effort between the Arts Council of Wilmington and the Wilson Center\, Curtain Call Wilmington Youth Theater Honors was born from a shared belief that after years of seeing youth theater recognized in a competitive way at the Wilmington Theater Awards – we realized there’s no single “best” in youth theater – every student\, every production\, and every performance deserves to shine! \n Let’s shine a well-deserved spotlight on young performers from our region and give them their well-earned CURTAIN CALL!  Hosted by Andrew Keenan-Bolger:\nHe is an actor\, director\, author and filmmaker. He starred as “Jesse Tuck” in Tuck Everlasting on Broadway (Drama League Award nominee). He created the role of “Crutchie” in the Original Broadway Cast of Newsies (Outer Critics Circle nominee) and in the record-breaking Newsies: The Broadway Musical film. Other Broadway: Mary Poppins\, Seussical\, Beauty and the Beast\, A Christmas Carol. \nPrior to the event young performers can attend a BROADWAY WORKSHOP on the Wilson Stage with our Master of Ceremonies\, Broadway Actor  – Andrew Keenan-Bolger from 1-4pm! As for the grand finale\, all workshop participants will perform during the evening show at 6pm\, creating a once-in-a-lifetime moment on stage! The Workshop  \nSign up on the Wilson Website – space is limited: https://pay.performanceclubkids.com/curtaincall \nYouth Performers submitted by teachers/local theater directors to perform and showcase their a musical number from the past year – attend for FREE!  EMAIL: PCTCforKIDS@gmail.com to submit your students.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/curtain-callwilmington-youth-theater-honors-2/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Community College Wilson Center\, 703 N. 3rd Streer\, Wilmington\, 28411
CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Dance,Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Performance Club Theatre Company (PCTC)":MAILTO:PCTCforKIDS@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
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SUMMARY:Auditions for the musical 1776\, Jan. 12-13
DESCRIPTION:Thalian Association Community Theatre will hold auditions for a special project co-produced with Thalian Hall\, 1776\, January 12 and 13 at 7 pm. Auditions will be held at the Community Arts Center\, 120 S. 2nd Street in downtown Wilmington. The production\, directed by Chandler Davis\, runs March 12-15 at Thalian Hall.\n*March 12 is a morning school show\nPlease prepare 30 seconds (16 bars) musical theatre style song to sing. You may bring sheet music if you prefer but it is not mandatory. An accompanist will be provided.\nAudition sign-up will begin December 17th. PLEASE CALL 910-251-1788 TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT TIME.\nROLES MAY BE PLAYED BY PERFORMERS OF ANY GENDER.\nCallbacks will be January 14 at the Community Arts Center. Please be prepared to read from a provided script and sing from the show.\nActors of all ethnicities are welcome and encouraged to audition for our entire season!\nSynopsis:\nThe seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the humans behind the national icons: proud\, frightened\, uncertain\, irritable\, charming\, often petty and ultimately noble figures\, determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.\nIt’s the summer of 1776\, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts\, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/auditions-for-the-musical-1776-jan-12-13/
LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
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SUMMARY:Auditions for the musical 1776\, Jan. 12-13
DESCRIPTION:Thalian Association Community Theatre will hold auditions for a special project co-produced with Thalian Hall\, 1776\, January 12 and 13 at 7 pm. Auditions will be held at the Community Arts Center\, 120 S. 2nd Street in downtown Wilmington. The production\, directed by Chandler Davis\, runs March 12-15 at Thalian Hall.\n*March 12 is a morning school show\nPlease prepare 30 seconds (16 bars) musical theatre style song to sing. You may bring sheet music if you prefer but it is not mandatory. An accompanist will be provided.\nAudition sign-up will begin December 17th. PLEASE CALL 910-251-1788 TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT TIME.\nROLES MAY BE PLAYED BY PERFORMERS OF ANY GENDER.\nCallbacks will be January 14 at the Community Arts Center. Please be prepared to read from a provided script and sing from the show.\nActors of all ethnicities are welcome and encouraged to audition for our entire season!\nSynopsis:\nThe seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the humans behind the national icons: proud\, frightened\, uncertain\, irritable\, charming\, often petty and ultimately noble figures\, determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.\nIt’s the summer of 1776\, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts\, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing the Declaration of Independence.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/auditions-for-the-musical-1776-jan-12-13-2/
LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251201T212619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T212619Z
UID:10862-1768521600-1769299199@www.artswilmington.org
SUMMARY:Kiln Build with Ben Owen III
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an incredible opportunity at Fat Cat Pottery! We’re thrilled to host a 4-day  kiln building workshop led by renowned potter Ben Owen — right here at our Wilmington studio. \nJoin us January 16\, 17\, 18 & 23 as Ben guides students through an immersive learning experience that combines in-depth lectures\, kiln design + function\, glaze insights\, and hands-on construction of a gas reduction kiln on site. You’ll learn side-by-side with Ben as the kiln is built from the ground up\, culminating in a full group firing. \nThis is a chance to study with a master\, expand your firing knowledge\, and be part of an exciting milestone for Fat Cat Pottery. \nRegistration opens December 2nd.
Space is limited — secure your spot early! \n910-395-2529 to register
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/kiln-build-with-ben-owen-iii/
LOCATION:Fat Cat Pottery\, Inc.\, 2500 Blue Clay Road\, Wilmington\, 28405
CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Events,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fat Cat Pottery%2C Inc.":MAILTO:fatcatpottery@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251216T201536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T201536Z
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SUMMARY:"In Search of Memory" Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch
DESCRIPTION:Through their collaborative exhibit “In Search of Memory\,” Art in Bloom Gallery is honored to feature artists Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch! Inspired by the enduring power of memories\, Angela and Karen combine their distinct talents to evoke the shared experiences which shape us. Write Angela & Karen: \n“Memories have the power to bind us. They tap into our shared experience evoking images and icons from the culture that has shaped us. Even inside a mind troubled by dementia\, old memories remain strong and help sustain us. This body of work is about making memories and keeping memories alive. We hope it evokes a place or a moment in time we can share to find healing ground in our fragmented world.” \nJoin us in Mayfaire on Sunday\, January 18th\, 2-5pm for our Artist Reception! Meet the artists\, enjoy special refreshments\, and listen to live music by Robert Beauchene. And celebrate Traudi Thornton’s (1940-2023) legacy through her Final Raku Sale! In alignment with her kiln restoration at Fat Cat Pottery\, we’ll release our final selection of Traudi’s ceramics from storage — 70+ masterpieces pit-fired with Traudi’s stunning glazes! \nAbout the Artists \nAlthough Angela Rowe grew up drawing and making objects\, she took other career paths\, working as an architectural historian\, in arts administration\, and managing high complexity global projects for IBM. Since 2013 Angela has focused on making art\, maintaining a studio practice at ACME Art Studios since 2014. \nAngela enjoys moving between the three freely based on which medium fits what she wants to say at a given time. Primarily a painter\, Angela also works representationally with ceramics and papier-mâché. Her collage / mixed media work is largely non-representational. Regardless of the medium\, all share her same intention of portraying things which are more than they superficially seem. Angela wants to suggest a story\, show a certain light\, a moment\, a mood\, a shared memory. She takes her own reference photos. These are images which said something to her. \nAfter more than twenty years of trial practice\, Karen Paden Crouch traded her law office for the welding shop and began learning direct metal sculpture. Despite a successful career advocating for clients\, nothing has ever been so frightening and exciting to Karen as sharing her own artwork. Whether it is good or bad\, understood or misunderstood\, trite or significant\, it has come from within her. \nKaren works in bronze\, copper and steel to create organic pieces for the house and garden. An avid gardener\, Karen grounds her work in the structure and movement of living things. Although Karen begins with a vision\, sometimes the very piece that sparked the idea will be the piece that gets cut out as the sculpture evolves. But Karen has always lived by instinct and\, with assembled pieces and bronzes alike\, the sculpture will tell her where to go if she is patient and listens.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/in-search-of-memory-angela-rowe-karen-paden-crouch/
LOCATION:970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Grant":MAILTO:artinbloomgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20260115T201008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T201008Z
UID:10992-1768640400-1768644000@www.artswilmington.org
SUMMARY:Yoga at CAM
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays 9-10 AM |  January 17–February 14 (5-week series)\nInside the Galleries at CAM | In partnership with Wilmington Yoga Center \nStart your new year with intention. Join us for a 5-week\, all-levels yoga series held inside Cameron Art Museum’s galleries—an immersive experience where movement and art come together. Surrounded by the art on view\, you’ll deepen your practice while connecting with a welcoming community of art and yoga-lovers. \nSessions will be held Saturday mornings from 9-10 AM. Series runs from January 17-February 14. Each session is designed to ground your body\, calm your mind\, and inspire your weekend. \nSpace is limited to 20 participants to maintain a peaceful\, intimate setting. Early registration is recommended.\nSeries investment: $90 | CAM Members: $80 \nRegistration is handled through Wilmington Yoga Center.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/yoga-at-cam/
LOCATION:Cameron Art Museum\, 3201 S 17th St\, Wilmington\, 28412
CATEGORIES:Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20260115T172146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T172146Z
UID:10978-1768741200-1768748400@www.artswilmington.org
SUMMARY:Living Waters: Artist Tour & Talk with R. Stein Wexler
DESCRIPTION:Join artist R. Stein Wexler for an artist talk on Living Waters\, an immersive installation that reflects on the unifying and essential role of water in human life. \nThe installation sits within an emergency shelter that includes 7 jerricans of water gathered along the Cape Fear River watershed\, a video installation of the surface of that body of water\, and an audio collage composed of recorded water rituals and the sounds of water. \nBegin with a guided tour at 1 PM led by the artist\, registration required. \nAfter\, Wexler will discuss her work and process in a moderated conversation at 2 PM with Gene Felice\, artist and Assistant Professor of Digital Art at UNCW.\nJoin us for the tour\, the artist talk\, or both. Links below to register. \nABOUT THE ARTIST:\nR Stein Wexler (she/her) is a public- and installation-artist trained as an urban planner. Her projects are research-based\, community-engaged\, and critical of dominant structures. She creates place-based work in collaboration with local communities to tell (hi)stories. Shaped by empathy\, deep listening\, and authentic connection\, her work results in gatherings\, process documentation\, immersive and interactive installations\, workshops\, exhibitions\, and policy change. Her work often offers numerous points of entry\, be it through sensory experiences\, information-sharing\, participation in the creation process\, or community- and connection-building. \nABOUT THE MODERATOR:\nGene A. Felice II\, Assistant Professor in Digital Art at UNCW\, bridges his creative practice across art\, science\, education and design\, developing a sustainable network of innovation\, living systems\, and emerging technologies. His hybrid practice grows at the intersection of nature and technology\, developing coactive systems as arts science research. Throughout his creative process\, emerging technologies such as 3D printing\, laser cutting & CNC milling hybridize with older methods such as wood fabrication\, lost wax bronze casting\, ceramics\, glass casting and more. While keeping site specific histories in mind\, he achieves confluence by merging these varied passions into a system of creative collaboration.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/living-waters-artist-tour-talk-with-r-stein-wexler/
LOCATION:Cameron Art Museum\, 3201 S 17th St\, Wilmington\, 28412
CATEGORIES:Film,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251216T202009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T202009Z
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SUMMARY:Artist Reception - "In Search of Memory" Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Mayfaire on Sunday\, January 18th\, 2-5pm for our Artist Reception featuring Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch! Inspired by the enduring power of memories\, Angela and Karen combine their distinct talents to evoke the shared experiences which shape us. Enjoy special refreshments\, listen to live music by Robert Beauchene\, and explore Angela’s nostalgic oil multimedia alongside Karen’s natural welded bronze subjects. \nWrite Angela & Karen:\n“Memories have the power to bind us. They tap into our shared experience evoking images and icons from the culture that has shaped us. Even inside a mind troubled by dementia\, old memories remain strong and help sustain us. This body of work is about making memories and keeping memories alive. We hope it evokes a place or a moment in time we can share to find healing ground in our fragmented world.” \nGallery events are always free and open to the public. On view along with these exhibits\, celebrate Traudi Thornton’s (1940-2023) legacy through her Final Raku Sale! In alignment with her kiln restoration at Fat Cat Pottery\, we’ll release our final selection of Traudi’s ceramics from storage — 70+ masterpieces pit-fired with Traudi’s stunning glazes! \nAbout the Artists \nAlthough Angela Rowe grew up drawing and making objects\, she took other career paths\, working as an architectural historian\, in arts administration\, and managing high complexity global projects for IBM. Since 2013 Angela has focused on making art\, maintaining a studio practice at ACME Art Studios since 2014. \nAngela enjoys moving between the three freely based on which medium fits what she wants to say at a given time. Primarily a painter\, Angela also works representationally with ceramics and papier-mâché. Her collage / mixed media work is largely non-representational. Regardless of the medium\, all share her same intention of portraying things which are more than they superficially seem. Angela wants to suggest a story\, show a certain light\, a moment\, a mood\, a shared memory. She takes her own reference photos. These are images which said something to her. \nAfter more than twenty years of trial practice\, Karen Paden Crouch traded her law office for the welding shop and began learning direct metal sculpture. Despite a successful career advocating for clients\, nothing has ever been so frightening and exciting to Karen as sharing her own artwork. Whether it is good or bad\, understood or misunderstood\, trite or significant\, it has come from within her. \nKaren works in bronze\, copper and steel to create organic pieces for the house and garden. An avid gardener\, Karen grounds her work in the structure and movement of living things. Although Karen begins with a vision\, sometimes the very piece that sparked the idea will be the piece that gets cut out as the sculpture evolves. But Karen has always lived by instinct and\, with assembled pieces and bronzes alike\, the sculpture will tell her where to go if she is patient and listens.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/artist-reception-in-search-of-memory-angela-rowe-karen-paden-crouch/
LOCATION:970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Visual Arts
ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Grant":MAILTO:artinbloomgallery@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20251216T202356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T202356Z
UID:10910-1768744800-1768755600@www.artswilmington.org
SUMMARY:Artist Reception - "In Search of Memory" Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Mayfaire on Sunday\, January 18th\, 2-5pm for our Artist Reception featuring Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch! Inspired by the enduring power of memories\, Angela and Karen combine their distinct talents to evoke the shared experiences which shape us. Enjoy special refreshments\, listen to live music by Robert Beauchene\, and explore Angela’s nostalgic oil multimedia alongside Karen’s natural welded bronze subjects. \nWrite Angela & Karen:\n“Memories have the power to bind us. They tap into our shared experience evoking images and icons from the culture that has shaped us. Even inside a mind troubled by dementia\, old memories remain strong and help sustain us. This body of work is about making memories and keeping memories alive. We hope it evokes a place or a moment in time we can share to find healing ground in our fragmented world.” \nGallery events are always free and open to the public. On view along with these exhibits\, celebrate Traudi Thornton’s (1940-2023) legacy through her Final Raku Sale! In alignment with her kiln restoration at Fat Cat Pottery\, we’ll release our final selection of Traudi’s ceramics from storage — 70+ masterpieces pit-fired with Traudi’s stunning glazes! \nAbout the Artists \nAlthough Angela Rowe grew up drawing and making objects\, she took other career paths\, working as an architectural historian\, in arts administration\, and managing high complexity global projects for IBM. Since 2013 Angela has focused on making art\, maintaining a studio practice at ACME Art Studios since 2014. \nAngela enjoys moving between the three freely based on which medium fits what she wants to say at a given time. Primarily a painter\, Angela also works representationally with ceramics and papier-mâché. Her collage / mixed media work is largely non-representational. Regardless of the medium\, all share her same intention of portraying things which are more than they superficially seem. Angela wants to suggest a story\, show a certain light\, a moment\, a mood\, a shared memory. She takes her own reference photos. These are images which said something to her. \nAfter more than twenty years of trial practice\, Karen Paden Crouch traded her law office for the welding shop and began learning direct metal sculpture. Despite a successful career advocating for clients\, nothing has ever been so frightening and exciting to Karen as sharing her own artwork. Whether it is good or bad\, understood or misunderstood\, trite or significant\, it has come from within her. \nKaren works in bronze\, copper and steel to create organic pieces for the house and garden. An avid gardener\, Karen grounds her work in the structure and movement of living things. Although Karen begins with a vision\, sometimes the very piece that sparked the idea will be the piece that gets cut out as the sculpture evolves. But Karen has always lived by instinct and\, with assembled pieces and bronzes alike\, the sculpture will tell her where to go if she is patient and listens.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/artist-reception-in-search-of-memory-angela-rowe-karen-paden-crouch-2/
LOCATION:970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Music,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Grant":MAILTO:artinbloomgallery@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20250910T162728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T162850Z
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SUMMARY:YOUNG PEOPLE’S CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for an afternoon of musical discovery\, imagination\, and fun at the Wilmington Symphony’s annual Young People’s Concert\, specially designed for children ages 6 and up! Before the music begins\, explore the Instrument Discovery Zone in the Wilson Center lobby starting at 2:30 PM—a hands-on\, interactive space where kids can learn about and even try out the instruments they’ll see on stage. From the bold brass to the shimmering strings\, it’s a chance to get up close and personal with the magic of orchestral sound.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/young-peoples-concert/
LOCATION:Cape Fear Community College Wilson Center\, 703 N. 3rd Streer\, Wilmington\, 28411
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:development@wilmingtonsymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20260115T171728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T171728Z
UID:10974-1769106600-1769110200@www.artswilmington.org
SUMMARY:Art After Helene: From Mountains to Sea Artist Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Art After Helene: From Mountains to Sea Artist Panel Discussion\nThursday\, January 22\, 2026 • 6:30-7:30 PM\nReception Hall \nCAM Members $10 | Not-Yet Members $15 | Students & Educators Free \nJoin us for an engaging artist panel featuring Western North Carolina artists Julyan Davis\, Erika Diamond\, and Bill Green\, all included in CAM’s exhibition From Mountains to Sea. In conversation with Associate Curator Ben Billingsley\, the panel will explore how artists respond to place\, change\, and lived experience through landscape.\nThe conversation will also reflect on the impact of Hurricane Helene—the deadliest strike on the U.S. mainland since Hurricane Katrina—highlighting how memory\, grief\, and ecological trauma can be transformed through creative practice into works of hope and renewal. \nThe exhibition From Mountains to Sea features landscapes that are at once beautiful and provocative\, scarred yet sacred\, speaking to loss\, change\, and rebirth. Learn more about the exhibition here. \nABOUT THE ARTISTS:\nJulyan Davis is an English-born artist and writer who has painted the American South for thirty years. He received his art training at the Byam Shaw School of Art in London. In 1988\, having completed his B.A. in painting and printmaking\, he traveled to the South on a painting trip that was also fueled by an interest in the history of Demopolis\, Alabama and its settling by Bonapartist exiles. \nErika Diamond is a textile-focused artist\, curator\, and educator. Holding degrees from Rhode Island School of Design (BFA) and Virginia Commonwealth University (MFA)\, Diamond has exhibited nationally and abroad in venues such as Contemporary Craft\, SPRING/BREAK Art Fair\, Dinner Gallery\, Form & Concept Gallery\, and Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art. As Associate Director of Galleries at Chautauqua Institution and a freelance curator\, she creates exhibitions that blur distinctions between the genres of art\, design\, and craft\, while centering diverse voices and practices. \nBill Green\, a photographer\, explores the idea of lost America wherever he finds it. Green documents the heritage of Southern small-town life and the stories found therein. Obscure everyday scenes people might not otherwise are where he can be most often found. He believes that a mix of time\, place\, and texture is often dismissed as the uglier side of cities or countryside\, yet it resonates aesthetically in ways modern buildings can’t. \nFEATURED IMAGERY:\nThe photographs used in event materials are by Bill Green\, one of the panel artists. His paired “before and after” photographs—this example being one of three—document sites before and after Hurricane Helene\, highlighting the storm’s destruction and its lasting impact on small-town Western North Carolina. \nPhotograph credit:\nBill Green (American\, b. 1963)\, A Quiet Stretch [detail]\, [left] Before 12/30/21\, [right] After 1/5/25. Photography\, 20 x 30 in. Courtesy of Bill Green. © 2025 Bill Green. \nFrom Mountains to Sea presented to the community by Wells Fargo.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/art-after-helene-from-mountains-to-sea-artist-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Cameron Art Museum\, 3201 S 17th St\, Wilmington\, 28412
CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Visual Arts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260202
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20260108T041357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T041357Z
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SUMMARY:Little Women the Broadway Musical - Presented by the Thalian Association
DESCRIPTION:Showtimes\nDates: Friday January 23\, 2026 – Sunday February 1\, 2026\nFriday – Saturday Time: 7:30 pm\nSunday Time: 3:00 pm\nLocation\n2nd Street Stage Hannah Block\nHistoric USO/Community Arts Center\nMusic by Jason Howland Lyrics  by Mindi Dickstein Book by Allan Knee Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott Produced nationally and internationally\, Little Women has been praised by critics for its ambition in adapting such a well-known story for the stage. This timeless\, captivating story is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery\, heartache\, hope and everlasting love. The original production starred the unparalleled Sutton Foster\, who received Tony\, Outer Critics Circle and Drama Desk nominations for her performance. Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life\, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters\, Jo\, Meg\, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication\, but the publishers are not interested – her friend\, Professor Bhaer\, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice\, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/little-women-the-broadway-musical-presented-by-the-thalian-association/
LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Education,Events,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20260108T041949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T041949Z
UID:10933-1769248800-1769270400@www.artswilmington.org
SUMMARY:Auditions for Thalian Association's How I Became a Pirate - Youth Rookie Show
DESCRIPTION:Thalian Association Community Theatre will hold auditions for the fourth youth show of the season\, How I Became a Pirate\, Saturday January 24 at 10 am. Auditions will be held at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center at 120 S 2nd St Wilmington NC at 9 am. How I Became a Pirate is the 4th annual “Rookie show”\, an opportunity for youth who have never been cast in a Thalian Association production. The musical\, directed by Emily Graham\, will run at the Community Arts Center March 20 through March 29. If needed\, callbacks will be that afternoon and will include a dance call as well as reading and singing from the show.\nAll roles are available.\nYouth performers of all races and ethnicities are welcome and encouraged to audition.\nThose new to Thalian Association should bring an up-to-date picture with them.\nAudition sign up begins Dec. 15th. To sign up for an audition time\, please call 910-251-1788.\nFor auditions\, performers should prepare 30 seconds of a song they feel confident singing.\nA typical rehearsal week would be Monday- Thursday\, 5-7 pm and Saturdays 10-2 pm.\nConflicts are allowed if given up front. Please arrive early enough to fill out both sides of the audition form.\nSynopsis\nSail off on a fantastic musical excursion when a band of comical pirates lands at North Beach looking for an expert digger to join their crew. Braid Beard and his mates enlist young Jeremy Jacob as they look for the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Jeremy finds that adventuring can be lots of fun\, but also learns that love and home are treasures you can’t find on any map! The whole family will love this delightful and swashbuckling musical adventure.\nAvailable Roles:\nJEREMY JACOB – a boy of about 10\nBRAID BEARD – the Pirate Captain – a pirate with a “braided beard” on his chin\nSWILL THE PIRATE – a pirate with wire-rim eyeglasses – philosophical – intellectual – who gets blamed for everything that goes wrong\nSHARKTOOTH THE PIRATE – foreboding – scowling grin – wears a patch on eye – but yet – they’re a “sensitive guy”\nPIRATE PIERRE – talks with a French accent – the ship’s cook – enjoys fine French cuisine\nMAX THE PIRATE – they wear a stuffed Parrot on his shoulder – “he’s only a stuffed\, plush Parrot but we don’t have the heart to tell ‘im ‘ees not real”\nPIRATE SEYMOUR BRAUNSCHWAGGER – A typical Pirate First Mate\nPIRATE SCURVY DOG – A typical Pirate Second Mate – with a tendency to “bark”\nENSEMBLE PIRATES
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/auditions-for-thalian-associations-how-i-became-a-pirate-youth-rookie-show/
LOCATION:Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center\, 120 South 2nd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Theater
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ORGANIZER;CN="Thalian Association":MAILTO:communityartscenter@thalian.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T213000
DTSTAMP:20260415T191926
CREATED:20260108T181936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T181936Z
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SUMMARY:"Among Neighbors" screening at Jengo's Playhouse
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Tuesday\, January 27 with a special screening of Among Neighbors\, co-presented by Cucalorus and the Jewish Film Festival. The event features a brief introduction by award-winning filmmaker Yoav Potash\, followed by an in-depth post-film Q&A compilation filmed at sold-out screenings in New York\, Los Angeles\, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Blending evocative hand-drawn animation\, verité footage\, and revelatory interviews\, Among Neighbors examines a small rural Polish town where Jews and Catholic neighbors lived side by side for centuries before World War II shattered that coexistence. Through the last living eyewitnesses—including a Holocaust survivor and an aging witness to violence committed not by Nazis\, but by her own neighbors—the film reveals a powerful story of love\, betrayal\, and moral reckoning. Tickets are $10 and available at jengos.eventive.org.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/among-neighbors-screening-at-jengos-playhouse/
LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Film
ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org
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SUMMARY:Nested Walking Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Nested Walking Meditation with Kelly Purcell\, RYT200\nThursday\, January 29 | 6:30 – 7:30 PM\nCAM Courtyard\nFREE with registration – $5 donation appreciated \nExperience a peaceful\, immersive walking meditation among the glowing nests of Meredith Connelly’s Nested: Where Light Gathers and Nature Holds installation in the CAM Courtyard. Guided by Wilmington Yoga instructor Kelly Purcell (RYT-200)\, this silent meditation includes a soothing sound bath of crystal singing bowls\, designed to reset the nervous system and deepen awareness of neutral and positive sensations. \nParticipants will move slowly through the illuminated courtyard\, reflecting and sharing on the interconnected nature of the artwork. As Kelly describes it\, “Soak in the sounds and vibrations of the crystal singing bowls to support a deeper meditative experience as you enjoy and walk through the exhibition.” \nWhile evenings can be chilly\, fire pits will add warmth to this special outdoor experience. \nREGISTER\nLearn more about Nested: Where Light Gathers and Nature Holds exhibition here. \nAbout the Instructor\nKelly Purcell is a certified yoga teacher and Community Resiliency Model® instructor who specializes in trauma-informed practices and sound healing. She creates supportive\, grounded spaces that help students connect with their inner resilience through movement\, breath\, and crystal singing bowls. When she’s not teaching\, Kelly enjoys reading\, beach walks\, live music\, and time outdoors.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/nested-walking-meditation/
LOCATION:Cameron Art Museum\, 3201 S 17th St\, Wilmington\, 28412
CATEGORIES:Events,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:"Earth's Greatest Enemy" screening at Jengo's Playhouse
DESCRIPTION:Earth’s Greatest Enemy reveals a hidden truth rarely questioned in mainstream reporting: the role of the U.S. military as the world’s largest institutional polluter\, tracing the link between war\, empire\, and ecological destruction. Drawing on powerful testimonies from veterans\, scientists\, and frontline communities\, it uncovers how military operations poison ecosystems\, accelerate global warming\, and sacrifice the future for endless expansion. From Alaska’s melting glaciers to contaminated bases across the U.S. and toxic battlefields abroad\, Earth’s Greatest Enemy delivers a provocative and unflinching examination of the untouchable institution playing an outsized role in the climate crisis. \nJoin us for the Film and Falafel Event! \n12:30 PM: Social Hour with homemade Palestinian dishes including Falafel! \n2:00 PM: Movie starts \nThere will be a post-screening discussion with the director\, Abby Martin\, DSA and the Cultural Committee of Palestine Coalition.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/earths-greatest-enemy-screening-at-jengos-playhouse/
LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Film
ORGANIZER;CN="Cucalorus Film Foundation":MAILTO:comm@cucalorus.org
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