Arts & Performance

American Music Jubilee / Exit 97  (image to the right)

300 N. Raiford St, Selma
919-202-9927, 877-843-7839
An evening of “Southern hospitality, great American music and side-splitting comedy” delights audiences with classic and contemporary country and gospel and a patriotic tribute.
http://www.amjubilee.com

Arts Council of Wilson / Exit 121

124 Nash St, Wilson
252-291-4329
Located in the historic downtown Wilson, the art council offers three art galleries to the public. Art & Theatre camp and children’s programs are offered in the summer. Art exhibits, workshops and lectures are offered throughout the year.
http://wilsonarts.com

Atlantic One Amphitheater at Carolina Crossroads/Exit 171  (image to the right)

395 Wallace Fork Road, Roanoke Rapids, NC
(252) 538-4350
Atlantic One Amphitheater at Carolina Crossroads is North Carolina's newest entertainment venue. In operation since Summer 2006, the Carolina Crossroads Entertainment District offered such artists as Big & Rich, Willie Nelson, Gretchen Wilson, Hank Williams Jr. and many more at its outdoor concert venue. The anchor attraction of the district is The Roanoke Rapids Theatre. A new, beautiful 147-room Hilton Garden Inn is also on site. Atlantic One has hosted such artists as Frankie Beverly and MAZE, Soulja Boy, and more.
http://www.atlanticoneamp.com

Barton College/Wilson Symphony Orchestra / Exit 121

Barton College, Wilson
252-399-6535
This orchestra provides an extraordinary opportunity for visitors to enjoy symphonic music. Offers four performances annually, including two signature dinner performances: Symphony and Soul and Love the Symphony.
http://barton.edu

Campbelton Landing / Exit 52

1122 Person St, Fayetteville
910-483-1649
This historic amphitheater located on the Cape Fear River hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including production by Cape Fear Regional Theater in May.
http://campbeltonlanding.com

Cape Fear Regional Theater / Exit 52  (image to the right)

1209 Hay St, Fayetteville
910-323-4234
Since 1962, this award-winning theater has been delighting audiences with elaborate musicals, comedies, classic dramas, off-Broadway productions and children’s favorites.
http://cfrt.org

Crown Center / Exit 46  (image to the right)

1960 Coliseum Dr, Fayetteville
910-438-4100
Big name entertainment and a variety of events, concerts, sports, family shows, theater productions and trade/craft/specialty shows are offered year round in this four-building complex.
http://crowncoliseum.com

Edna Boykin Theater / Exit 121

108 N. Nash St, Wilson
252-291-4329
The Boykin Theatre offers vistors plush seating for 650 people in this 1919 Vaudeville Theatre. Performances are showcased year round. Theatre of the American South festival is held in May annually.
http://wilsonarts.com

Fayetteville Museum of Art / Exit 52  (image to the right)

839 Stamper Rd, Fayetteville
910-485-5121
Features world-class rotating art exhibits, as well as concerts, workshops and special events.
http://fayettevillemuseumart.org

Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra / Exit 58

5400 Ramsey St., Reeves Auditorium, Fayetteville
910-433-4690
The oldest community-sponsored symphony in North Carolina performs a variety of themed concerts throughout the year at Methodist University.
http://fayettevillesymphony.org

First for Freedom Historical Drama / Exit 168  (image to the right)

4-H Rural Life Center, Highway 903, Halifax
800-522-4282
The First for Freedom historical outdoor drama has been in performance since our bicentennial in 1976. Written by local playwright Maxville B. Williams, the drama depicts the events that led to the adoption of the Halifax Resolves on April 12, 1776, the first official declaration of independence by any colony. The drama is performed each summer at the end of June and July 4th weekend. Check the website for 2010 show dates.
http://www.visithalifax.com

Gilbert Theater on Bow Street / Exit 52

116 Green St, Fayetteville
910-678-7186
This American Association of Community Theatres (AACT) award-winning community theater performs critically acclaimed contemporary works and the classics.
http://gilberttheater.com

Lakeland Theatre Company / Exit 173  (image to the right)

411 Mosby Ave, Littleton
877-330-0574
Produces a sensational variety of dramas, comedies, musicals and concerts featuring local talent. Dubbed the busiest community theater in America!
http://lakelandartscenter.org

Neuse Little Theatre / Exit 95

209 S. Front St, Smithfield
919-934-1873
This local community theater takes on productions such as “The Wizard of Oz,” “Grease” and “Cinderella.”
http://neuselittletheatre.org

Paul A. Johnston Auditorium / Exit 95

Johnston Community College, 245 College Rd, Smithfield
919-209-2099
This 1,000-seat performing arts auditorium includes the Performing Arts Concert Series, Johnston County Chorale and the Country Music Showcase throughout the year.
http://johnstoncc.edu/performingarts/default.htm

The Arts Center / Exit 52

301 Hay St, Fayetteville
910-323-1776
Diverse rotating exhibits in a unique downtown building built in 1910 as a post office and now home to the Arts Council of Fayetteville.
http://theartscouncil.com

The Centre at Halifax Community College / Exit 173  (image to the right)

200 College Dr, Weldon
252-538-4336
Enjoy performing arts series including such shows as the NC Dance Theatre, NC Symphony, dramas like Julius Caesar and musical tributes to Patsy Cline and John Denver.
http://hcccentre.com

The Clayton Center / Exit 97

111 E. Second St, Clayton
919-553-1737
This 600-seat performing arts center features the Palladian Concert Series along with 3,300 square feet of meeting and reception space for groups of 20-350.
http://theclaytoncenter.com

The Roanoke Rapids Theatre at Carolina Crossroads/ Exit 171  (image to the right)

500 Carolina Crossroads Parkway, Roanoke Rapids
252-538-4040 Box Office
A diverse entertainment schedule is set for this 1500-seat theatre, including gospel, country, blues, R&B and more! Visit the website regularly for updates. Contact the box office directly Mon-Sat from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or purchase tickets online at Ticket Master.
http://rrtheatre.com

W.J. Barefoot Auditorium / Exit 79

303 E. Church St, Benson
919-894-5117
Home to the Benson Little Theatre, this 350-seat performing arts auditorium is perfect for concerts, assemblies, pageants and theatrical productions.

Whirligigs / Exit 107

Wiggins Mill Rd, Lucama
800-497-7398
The Whirligigs are elaborate and colorful metal sculptures that move with the wind. A total of 30 sculptures are erected on the property of Folk Artist Vollis Simpson, world renowned for his talents.