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BWW Q&A: Amaya White Talks ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Theatre Raleigh
by Joshua Wright - Oct 29, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke to Amaya White about starring in Theatre Raleigh's production of Once on this Island. Theatre Raleigh is a professional, nonprofit theater company based in Raleigh, N.C. dedicated to inclusion and diversity, enriching the community through innovative and intimate theatrical experiences.
by Joshua Wright - Oct 29, 2025
BroadwayWorld spoke to Amaya White about starring in Theatre Raleigh's production of Once on this Island. Theatre Raleigh is a professional, nonprofit theater company based in Raleigh, N.C. dedicated to inclusion and diversity, enriching the community through innovative and intimate theatrical experiences.
Stephanie J. Block, Eva Noblezada, And More Join Theatre Raleigh 2024 Concert Series Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023
Theatre Raleigh announces its 2024 concert series lineup featuring performances by Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block and other Broadway stars.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2023
Theatre Raleigh announces its 2024 concert series lineup featuring performances by Tony Award winner Stephanie J. Block and other Broadway stars.
Tony Award-Winner Norbert Leo Butz Launches New Broadway Concert Series At Theatre Raleigh
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023
Theatre Raleigh will kick off its new TR in Concert series with a June 23 performance by two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz.
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023
Theatre Raleigh will kick off its new TR in Concert series with a June 23 performance by two-time Tony Award winner Norbert Leo Butz.
Pan American Symphony Orchestra Brings TANGO OF THE AMERICAS To The Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts May 13
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2023
The Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) under the direction of Sergio Alessandro Buŝlje, brings its exciting tango show to Raleigh for the first time on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2023
The Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) under the direction of Sergio Alessandro Buŝlje, brings its exciting tango show to Raleigh for the first time on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.
The North Carolina Theatre Announces 2023-2024 Season Featuring RENT, CAMELOT & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023
For four decades, Raleigh audiences have attended the vibrant performances of The North Carolina Theatre. Next May 2024, Raleigh’s premiere nonprofit professional theatre celebrates the BIG 4-0 Anniversary, so why wait to light the fireworks? Let the celebrations commence!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023
For four decades, Raleigh audiences have attended the vibrant performances of The North Carolina Theatre. Next May 2024, Raleigh’s premiere nonprofit professional theatre celebrates the BIG 4-0 Anniversary, so why wait to light the fireworks? Let the celebrations commence!
Interview: Joy Woods of North Carolina Theatre's DREAMGIRLS
by Jeffrey Kare - Feb 2, 2023
From February 7th-12th, North Carolina Theatre will be presenting DREAMGIRLS at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, which is located inside Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts. I had the great pleasure of interviewing actress Joy Woods, who will be taking on the role of Deena Jones. Some of her previous credits include the Off-Broadway revival of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, the Broadway production of SIX, and most recently the world premiere stage musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' THE NOTEBOOK in Chicago.
by Jeffrey Kare - Feb 2, 2023
From February 7th-12th, North Carolina Theatre will be presenting DREAMGIRLS at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, which is located inside Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts. I had the great pleasure of interviewing actress Joy Woods, who will be taking on the role of Deena Jones. Some of her previous credits include the Off-Broadway revival of LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, the Broadway production of SIX, and most recently the world premiere stage musical adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' THE NOTEBOOK in Chicago.
North Carolina Theatre Announces Casting For DREAMGIRLS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2023
North Carolina Theatre, the region's premiere nonprofit professional regional theatre, has announced the full cast for Dreamgirls with book and lyrics by Tom Eyen and music by Henry Krieger, directed by Christopher D. Betts and Co-Choregraphed by Christopher D. Betts and Amy Hall Garner. Additional Choreography by Mya King.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2023
North Carolina Theatre, the region's premiere nonprofit professional regional theatre, has announced the full cast for Dreamgirls with book and lyrics by Tom Eyen and music by Henry Krieger, directed by Christopher D. Betts and Co-Choregraphed by Christopher D. Betts and Amy Hall Garner. Additional Choreography by Mya King.
Comedian Kevin James Comes To Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts May 7
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2023
Comedian and Emmy nominated actor Kevin James, known for the sitcom The King of Queens, will be bringing The Irregardless Tour to Raleigh.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 9, 2023
Comedian and Emmy nominated actor Kevin James, known for the sitcom The King of Queens, will be bringing The Irregardless Tour to Raleigh.
Eric Johnson Announces Treasure Tour 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 16, 2022
ERIC JOHNSON, the prolific Grammy-Award winning, Austin-based songwriter and guitarist is hitting the road early next year after a long break when, like everyone, he was forced to cut his Spring 2020 tour a week short after the lockdown occurred. The Treasure Tour kicks off on February 11, 2023 in Houston, TX.
by Michael Major - Nov 16, 2022
ERIC JOHNSON, the prolific Grammy-Award winning, Austin-based songwriter and guitarist is hitting the road early next year after a long break when, like everyone, he was forced to cut his Spring 2020 tour a week short after the lockdown occurred. The Treasure Tour kicks off on February 11, 2023 in Houston, TX.
POOLED: A GOSPEL MUSICAL DRAMA Comes to The Bowie Center for the Performing Arts Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2022
The Bowie Center for the Performing Arts and Li V Mahob Productions present the regional premiere of award-winning playwright Moses T. Alexander Greene's Pooled: A Gospel Musical Drama.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2022
The Bowie Center for the Performing Arts and Li V Mahob Productions present the regional premiere of award-winning playwright Moses T. Alexander Greene's Pooled: A Gospel Musical Drama.
Review: North Carolina Theatre's STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Jeffrey Kare - Nov 6, 2022
Set in Chinquapin, Louisiana during the late 1980s, Steel Magnolias takes place in Truvy's beauty salon where all the ladies who are 'anybody' come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to several of her friends.
by Jeffrey Kare - Nov 6, 2022
Set in Chinquapin, Louisiana during the late 1980s, Steel Magnolias takes place in Truvy's beauty salon where all the ladies who are 'anybody' come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to several of her friends.
Interview: Kathleen Garrett of North Carolina Theatre's STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Jeffrey Kare - Nov 2, 2022
From November 4th-13th, North Carolina Theatre will be launching their 2022-23 season with a production of Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS at A.J. Fletcher Opera Theatre, which is located inside Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts. Actress Kathleen Garrett is taking on the role of Ouiser Boudreaux. She has most recently appeared as Laura Bush on the Showtime series, THE FIRST LADY, as well as Netflix's Emmy nominated miniseries, INVENTING ANNA. Next, she'll be seen on NCIS: LOS ANGELES. She has countless other screen credits which includes appearing on episodes of different TV shows such as HOME IMPROVEMENT, ER, MURDER, SHE WROTE, MURPHY BROWN, THE WEST WING, BEVERLY HILLS, 90210, MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE, LAW & ORDER, and many more. She's also appeared in Oscar nominated films such as 2007's AMERICAN GANGSTER directed by Ridley Soctt and 2020's THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 directed by Aaron Sorkin. I had the great pleasure of interviewing her about a lot of this and more.
by Jeffrey Kare - Nov 2, 2022
From November 4th-13th, North Carolina Theatre will be launching their 2022-23 season with a production of Robert Harling's STEEL MAGNOLIAS at A.J. Fletcher Opera Theatre, which is located inside Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts. Actress Kathleen Garrett is taking on the role of Ouiser Boudreaux. She has most recently appeared as Laura Bush on the Showtime series, THE FIRST LADY, as well as Netflix's Emmy nominated miniseries, INVENTING ANNA. Next, she'll be seen on NCIS: LOS ANGELES. She has countless other screen credits which includes appearing on episodes of different TV shows such as HOME IMPROVEMENT, ER, MURDER, SHE WROTE, MURPHY BROWN, THE WEST WING, BEVERLY HILLS, 90210, MALCOLM IN THE MIDDLE, LAW & ORDER, and many more. She's also appeared in Oscar nominated films such as 2007's AMERICAN GANGSTER directed by Ridley Soctt and 2020's THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 directed by Aaron Sorkin. I had the great pleasure of interviewing her about a lot of this and more.
Theatre Raleigh Announces 2023 Main Stage Schedule
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2022
Theatre Raleigh announces its 2023 main stage season, including such award-winning musicals as 'Jersey Boys,' and 'The Prom' and the world premiere of N.C. playwright Allan Maule's 'The Weight of Everything We Know.'
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 28, 2022
Theatre Raleigh announces its 2023 main stage season, including such award-winning musicals as 'Jersey Boys,' and 'The Prom' and the world premiere of N.C. playwright Allan Maule's 'The Weight of Everything We Know.'
Felicia Finley, Alison Fraser & More to Star in STEEL MAGNOLIAS at North Carolina Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2022
North Carolina Theatre has announce the full cast for its first production of the 2022-23 season, Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling. Directed by Lauren Kennedy, performances run from November 4-November 13 at A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2022
North Carolina Theatre has announce the full cast for its first production of the 2022-23 season, Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling. Directed by Lauren Kennedy, performances run from November 4-November 13 at A.J. Fletcher Opera Theater at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.
WAIT WAIT Stand-Up Tour Coming To Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts December 15
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2022
Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! has launched a stand-up comedy tour! This fall, NPR's weekly hour-long quiz program will be traveling to ten cities across the U.S. for nights of stand-up comedy featuring Wait Wait's funniest panelists.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 3, 2022
Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! has launched a stand-up comedy tour! This fall, NPR's weekly hour-long quiz program will be traveling to ten cities across the U.S. for nights of stand-up comedy featuring Wait Wait's funniest panelists.
Dave Koz and Friends 25th Anniversary Christmas Tour Comes To Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2022
Dave Koz and Friends announce the 25th anniversary edition of the longest-running jazz-based Christmas tour. Kicking off on November 25 (Black Friday), the run will feature chart-topping, GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz along with trumpeter Rick Braun and guitarist Peter White – artists that accompanied him on the road in the earliest years of the tour – as well as pianist Keiko Matsui and vocalist Rebecca Jade.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2022
Dave Koz and Friends announce the 25th anniversary edition of the longest-running jazz-based Christmas tour. Kicking off on November 25 (Black Friday), the run will feature chart-topping, GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz along with trumpeter Rick Braun and guitarist Peter White – artists that accompanied him on the road in the earliest years of the tour – as well as pianist Keiko Matsui and vocalist Rebecca Jade.
BLUE MAN GROUP Returns To Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2022
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts has announced that individual tickets for the Raleigh engagement of the all new tour of BLUE MAN GROUP will go on sale September 23 at 10AM.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2022
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts has announced that individual tickets for the Raleigh engagement of the all new tour of BLUE MAN GROUP will go on sale September 23 at 10AM.
North Carolina Theatre Announces Full Cast Creative Team For SISTER ACT
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2022
North Carolina Theatre, the region's premiere nonprofit professional regional theatre, has announced the full cast and creative team for Sister Act, directed and choreographed by Robert Hartwell. Performances will run from October 11- October 16 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh. “NCT is delighted to be producing this joyful romp of a musical.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2022
North Carolina Theatre, the region's premiere nonprofit professional regional theatre, has announced the full cast and creative team for Sister Act, directed and choreographed by Robert Hartwell. Performances will run from October 11- October 16 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh. “NCT is delighted to be producing this joyful romp of a musical.
The Raleigh Ringers To Perform In Holiday Concerts At The Duke Energy Center For The Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2022
There's no better way to ring in the holidays than by joining The Raleigh Ringers for their annual holiday concerts at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2022
There's no better way to ring in the holidays than by joining The Raleigh Ringers for their annual holiday concerts at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts to Begin Full Enforcement of Bag Size Restrictions in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2022
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts announce will begin enforcement of size restrictions for all bags September 1, 2022. The policy prohibits any bags larger than 12”x12”x10”, with small wallets or clutches strongly recommended.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 1, 2022
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts announce will begin enforcement of size restrictions for all bags September 1, 2022. The policy prohibits any bags larger than 12”x12”x10”, with small wallets or clutches strongly recommended.
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