Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Inc.

01/24/2025

A couple of days later, and we’re still talking about that snow! ❄️✨

01/23/2025

👻 Get Ready for a Spooky Experience at Thalian Hall! 👻

We’re thrilled to announce our all-new Haunted Tour, where the walls of our historic theater come alive with ghostly tales and eerie encounters! 👀

Join us for a thrilling 45-minute to 1-hour tour filled with spooky stories passed down through generations. Whether you're a seasoned ghost hunter or just looking for some fun frights, this tour is sure to leave you with chills. 😱

Tour Pricing:
Individuals: $15 | Military: $12 | Students: $8 | Members: Free
Groups of 10+: $10 each

🔮 Tours available upon request, just like our regular tours! For more info or to book, please contact the Administrative Office at 910.632.2241 or email [email protected]. Please allow 48 business hours for a response.

Note: This tour is recommended for ages 13+—it’s spooky, not too spooky, but it might be a little too much for younger ones!

Come for the thrills, stay for the chills... 😜

01/22/2025

Snow day got your field trip cancelled? 🌨️ Join us this Saturday, January 25th, for The Adventures of Bonnie Reed: Queen of the Pirate Ants! 🏴‍☠️🎭

Families of first and second graders from New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, and Duplin counties are invited to attend performances at 10am and 2pm for FREE! Enjoy a fun, original musical that’s been in the works all year. Reserve your free tickets now with code 'SNOWDAY' at the link below.

Tickets are first come, first served, so act fast!

👉 https://www.thalianhall.org/pirate-ants

01/21/2025

All hands on deck for H.M.S. Pinafore on January 31st at 7:30 PM! 🚢🎶

Experience the timeless wit and charm of Gilbert & Sullivan’s nautical classic, brought to life by the NY Gilbert & Sullivan Players, celebrating their 50th anniversary.

🎟 Tickets at www.thalianhall.org/pinafore

01/21/2025

🚨 Weather Update: Thalian Hall Closures Due to Winter Weather 🚨

Due to the inclement weather, Thalian Hall will be closing at 12 PM today. Our in-person Box Office window will also be closed. However, our Box Office staff will continue to work remotely to assist with any ticket sales or questions from 12 PM to 5 PM.

For assistance, please reach out to our Box Office at 910.632.2285.

Stay safe and warm out there! ❄️

01/20/2025

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Thalian Hall will be closed today (Mon, January 20). As we reflect on Dr. King’s vision for justice and equality, we also recognize the work still to be done.

Thalian Hall will reopen during normal business hours tomorrow.

01/19/2025

🎬 Special Screening: David Lynch’s Blue Velvet (1986)

This Friday, January 24 at 7:00 PM, Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. is honored to present a special screening of Blue Velvet, the haunting masterpiece filmed right here in Wilmington. In tribute to the visionary director David Lynch, who passed this past week, we’re celebrating his legacy with this unforgettable film that captured the eerie beauty of our city.

Tickets go on sale Tuesday at 1:00 PM—don’t miss your chance to experience Lynch’s work on the big screen once again. 🎥✨

01/17/2025

In loving memory of Henry Weyerhaeuser, who passed away this week. We are deeply grateful for the decades of unwavering support he and have shown to Thalian Hall. From the donation of the Steinway piano to the beautiful parquet seating area, Henry’s generosity has left a lasting mark on our community. We send our heartfelt condolences to Roya and their loved ones during this time. Thank you, Henry, for your kindness, your vision, and your love for the arts.

We will be sharing details of his memorial service soon.

01/17/2025

Pied Piper Theatre Fun Facts! ✨🎭

Pied Piper Theatre has introduced 5,000+ kids to live theatre each year with recent expansions to now serve New Hanover County, Brunswick County, Duplin and Pender County students. Local talent, big impact, and amazing support from organizations like the Landfall Foundation, the Frederick Loewe Foundation, and New Hanover County Schools make it all possible! 🌟

Join us Saturday, January 25th at 10:00 AM + 2:00 PM for two public performances of this year's production, "The Adventures of Bonnie Reed: Queen of the Pirate Ants." Children aged 12 and under get free admission -- so reserve your seats at www.ThalianHall.org!

01/14/2025

🎭 This Thursday, January 16th at 7:30 PM at Thalian Hall, witness the powerful solo-play Breach of Peace: Stories of the Freedom Riders of 1961. 🚌💥

Don’t miss this poignant tribute to the freedom riders who stood up for equality—be inspired, reflect on our shared history, and join us for a night of unforgettable theatre from Mike Wiley Productions.

🎟️ Tickets available at www.thalianhall.org/bop-25

01/10/2025

Breach of Peace: Stories of the Freedom Riders of 1961
On Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 7:30 PM, Mike Wiley Productions presents a powerful solo-actor play, bringing to life the stories of the courageous young men and women who risked everything to desegregate interstate buses in the 1960s.

Based on true accounts, Breach of Peace follows Jean Thompson and the brave Freedom Riders who fought against racial injustice in the South. Through violence, arrest, and sacrifice, these young activists helped ignite a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights Movement. This inspiring performance is a tribute to those who stood up for justice in the face of unimaginable danger. A must-see for all ages!

Don't miss this unforgettable journey through history.

🎟 Tickets at www.thalianhall.org/bop-25

01/09/2025

Wishing you a year full of memories at Thalian Hall! ✨

01/09/2025

🐜✨ Set Sail for Fun! ✨🐜

Join us for The Adventures of Bonnie Reed, Queen of the Pirate Ants at Thalian Hall on Saturday, January 25, 2025, with two exciting performances at 10:00 AM + 2:00 PM!

This delightful musical comedy, perfect for families, is a swashbuckling adventure that will have kids (and adults) laughing, singing, and rooting for Bonnie Reed and her crew of pirate ants. It’s an hour-long, action-packed show ideal for young audiences — and best of all, FREE for youth 12 and under!

🌟 Each year, Thalian Hall’s Pied Piper Theatre entertains over 5,000 local first and second-graders, but this is your chance to enjoy the show with your family in the heart of Wilmington! These are the only two public performances, so don’t miss out on the fun — get your tickets today!

🎟️ Tickets at www.ThalianHall.org/pirate-ants

Presented with support from The Frederick Loewe Foundation, The Landfall Foundation, New Hanover County and New Hanover County Schools.

01/08/2025

New Year’s Eve 2024 - That’s a wrap! 🍾

A huge thank you to all who made our gala a smashing success. 🙏 We’ve got big things in the works for 2025, so standing ovations are going to become the norm around here.

In gratitude and splendor,
Thalian Hall

📸: Jamie Hansen

To view the entire album of photos from New Year's Eve, follow this link:
https://jamiehansen.smugmug.com/Thalian-NewYeasEve-2024/n-6RRXp9

01/07/2025

📰 2025 has a lot in store for Thalian Hall. Our fearless CEO Shane Fernando details plans to expand, transform, and keep supporting and showcasing our community’s incredible talent. 👏

WILMINGTON — Thalian Hall’s executive director has transformational plans in store for Wilmington’s 167-year-old theater. READ MORE: Shane Fernando to exit Wilson Center for CEO position at Thalian…

12/31/2024

It's time for The Party Of The Year. 🥂 ✨

Willkommen to the New Year's Eve Gala featuring Opera House Theatre Company's CABARET and so much more. Very limited Show+Party ticket packages remain at www.ThalianHall.org.

PHOTOS: Bryan Putnam, www.art-sublimina-photography.com

12/25/2024

👏🙏 A huge thank you to Walt Laughlin for this creative way to spread the word about our Pied Piper Theatre - a near 75 year tradition that shares the magic of live theatre with local 1st and 2nd graders. Coming this January 🎭

If you’re on WB, cruise by Walt’s for this local favorite. 🍿🎥

Since 1949, Pied Piper Theatre has provided live theater experiences for children in the first and second grade in New Hanover County.