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Thalian Hall

310 Chestnut St
Wilmington, NC 28401

Thalian Hall is a theatre in Wilmington, NC.

Upcoming Shows

ABBA-mania

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

ABBA-mania brings the music of the legendary Swedish pop group to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. The show is among a lineup of feel-good hit makers featured throughout the season. Thalian Hall, established in 1858, is one of America's most...

American Ballet Theatre's Studio Company

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

American Ballet Theatre's Studio Company brings dance to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. The Studio Company serves as a training ground for emerging dancers affiliated with one of the most prestigious ballet companies in the world. This...

Ballet Napantla's Mística - Day of the Dead

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Ballet Napantla's Mística is a Day of the Dead ballet performed at Thalian Hall featuring blacklight calaveras. The production brings the traditions and imagery of Día de los Muertos to life through dance. It is part of Thalian Hall's 2026-27 Main Attractions Season.

Barricade Boys - Broadway Party

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Barricade Boys - Broadway Party brings West End panache to Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. The Barricade Boys are known for their powerful vocal performances rooted in the grand tradition of West End musical theatre. This show promises an evening of Broadway and...

Celtic Angels Christmas

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Celtic Angels Christmas returns to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. The production is a holiday favorite that has built a following among Wilmington audiences. It joins a lineup of seasonal programming at Thalian Hall that includes other...

Donna Washington

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Donna Washington, an award-winning storyteller, brings her one-woman show to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. Washington is recognized for her powerful storytelling performances. The show is presented at Thalian Hall, one of America's most...

Give 'Em Hell, Harry

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Give 'Em Hell, Harry is a biographical play about Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States. The production is performed by Clifton Daniel, Truman's grandson, bringing a personal connection to the portrayal of his grandfather's life and legacy. The show is part of...

John Waters

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

John Waters brings his singular voice and perspective to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. Known for his boundary-pushing sensibility and darkly comic worldview, Waters has built a career as a filmmaker, writer, and performer unlike any other...

Mike Wiley One-Man Show

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Mike Wiley One-Man Show is part of Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season in Wilmington, NC. Mike Wiley, known for his powerful solo performances, brings his storytelling to the stage of one of America's most historic theatres. The show is among a diverse lineup that spans...

NYGASP's Pirates of Penzance

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

NYGASP's Pirates of Penzance brings Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved comic opera to the stage at Thalian Hall. The production is part of Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season, which features a wide range of performances spanning theatre, dance, and music. The New York...

Shayne Smith

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Shayne Smith brings his powerful comedic personality to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. Known for his bold stage presence, Smith is among a lineup of performers featured at one of America's most celebrated historic theatres. Thalian Hall...

Tap into Soul with Solomon Jaye

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Tap into Soul with Solomon Jaye brings a feel-good musical experience to Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. Solomon Jaye delivers a performance rooted in the rich traditions of soul music. The show is part of a packed season of live entertainment at one of America's...

The Drifters

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

The Drifters bring their classic sound to Thalian Hall as part of the venue's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. Known as feel-good hit makers, The Drifters have built a legacy of iconic music that has resonated with audiences for decades. The performance is part of a packed season...

The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

The Unauthorized Hallmark(ish) Parody Musical is a holiday comedy production making its appearance as part of Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season. The show brings a humorous take on the beloved, formulaic holiday film genre that has become a staple of the season. It is...

Twitty and Lynn

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Twitty and Lynn brings the musical legacy of two country music legends to Thalian Hall, featuring the grandchildren of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn. The show celebrates the enduring influence of these iconic artists through live performance. It is part of Thalian Hall's 26-27...

Whitney: A Moment in Time

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Whitney: A Moment in Time is a tribute show celebrating the music and legacy of Whitney Houston, presented as part of Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season in Wilmington, NC. The production brings Houston's catalog of iconic hits to life on the historic Thalian Hall...

Who's Got the Humbug?

Jan 1 – Jun 30, 2027

Who's Got the Humbug? is a tap spectacular from Rhythm Street, bringing high-energy holiday performances to the stage at Thalian Hall in Wilmington, NC. Part of Thalian Hall's 26-27 Main Attractions Season, the show is one of several returning holiday favorites at the venue...

U.S. Fleet Forces Band Brass Quintet

Nov 6

Thalian Hall hosts the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Brass Quintet in concert. The performance honors America's armed forces during the week of Veterans Day. Thalian Hall CEO Shane Fernando noted Wilmington's rich history with the U.S. armed forces.

Articles

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at DPAC

Review: MRS. DOUBTFIRE at DPAC

by April Sigler · October 31, 2026

Despite a committed cast, impressive transformations, and moments of humor, Mrs. Doubtfire struggles to capture the charm and heart of its beloved source material.…

Review: DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Theatre Raleigh

Review: DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Theatre Raleigh

by April Sigler · October 22, 2026

With a hilarious cast, clever direction, and plenty of over-the-top antics, Theatre Raleigh’s Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors delivers a delightfully campy evening filled with nonstop laughs and Halloween fun for you to sink your teeth into.…

Review: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING at DPAC

Review: MAYBE HAPPY ENDING at DPAC

by April Sigler · October 14, 2026

Maybe Happy Ending is funny, charming, and profoundly human - this beautiful production left me laughing, crying, and wishing I were a Helperbot so I could experience it all over again.…

Review: THE PROM at Cary Players

Review: THE PROM at Cary Players

by April Sigler · September 27, 2026

Cary Players’ The Prom is a laugh-filled celebration powered by a talented cast. Beneath the Broadway satire and over-the-top comedy is a moving message about acceptance, community, and having the courage to be yourself.…

Review: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center

Review: BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center

by Jeffrey Kare · September 24, 2026

Buena Vista Social Club is the latest in a long line of jukebox/biomusicals. This one in particular is set in Havana, Cuba from the 1950s to the 1990s. The story follows four prominent musicians. Over the course of their lives, they experienced the effects of communism and the rise of Fidel Castro, …

Review: Theatre Raleigh's THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME

Review: Theatre Raleigh's THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME

by Jeffrey Kare · August 13, 2026

Based on Victor Hugo's 1831 novel of the same name and (to a lesser extent) Disney’s 1996 Academy Award nominated animated film musical. The Hunchback of Notre Dame is set in 15th century Paris.…

Review: ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME at Theatre Raleigh ACT

Review: ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME at Theatre Raleigh ACT

by April Sigler · July 27, 2026

Oops!… They did it again. Theatre Raleigh ACT has another hit on its hands thanks to an exceptionally talented cast whose infectious energy turns this Britney Spears jukebox musical into pure joy.…

Past Shows

Disney's Peter Pan (1953) Screening

Jul 18 – Jul 19, 2026

Thalian Hall will screen Disney's Peter Pan (1953) on July 18 at 1 p.m. and July 19 at 7 p.m. to honor the late Margaret Kerry, a Wilmington resident who worked with Walt Disney as the live-action model for Tinker Bell. The screenings will be preceded by a never-before-seen...

Thalian Hall Annual Community Day

Apr 25

Thalian Hall's Annual Community Day takes place on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering a free, family-friendly open house at the historic 1858 venue. Guests can explore the hall through mini tours, experience demonstrations of the rare 1858...

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Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors in Raleigh Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors
Theatre Raleigh (10/21-11/08)
Charlotte's Web in Raleigh Charlotte's Web
Raleigh Little Theatre (4/09-4/25)
Operation Mincemeat in Raleigh Operation Mincemeat
DPAC (5/11-5/16)
Sense and Sensibility in Raleigh Sense and Sensibility
NRCA Squire Theatre (11/06-11/14)
Wicked in Raleigh Wicked
Durham Performing Arts Center (3/31-4/18)
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Raleigh Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
NRCA Squire Theatre (3/12-3/20)
Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead in Raleigh Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead
Raleigh Little Theatre (10/23-11/08)
Hadestown in Raleigh Hadestown
DPAC (3/05-3/07)
A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder in Raleigh A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder
Studio 1 (5/14-5/23)
JR. Board Show in Raleigh JR. Board Show
Studio 1 (1/21-1/24)