Performing Arts Centers

ArtsCenter (The)

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300-G East Main St Downtown
Carrboro, NC 27510

phone (919) 929-2787

Open Mon.-Fri., 10am-9pm; Sat., 10am-10pm; Sun., noon-4pm; plus evening and weekend special events.

Presents jazz, folk-traditional and world music, plus theater and children’s programs. Light fare, wine and coffee available during performances. Cost varies by performance. The ArtSchool offers classes in the visual, literary and performing arts for all ages and levels of experience, and the two galleries present exhibits on a rotating basis. Parking.

Carolina Performing Arts Series

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East Cameron Ave
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3276

phone (919) 843-3333

Box office hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm.

Home of Carolina Performing Arts. Located in the heart of the University’s historic campus, Memorial Hall has hosted world-renowned performers and elegant ceremonies throughout its history. Performances include jazz, classical, dance, world stage, American roots, urban voices, student performances and community groups. Costs vary by performance.

Carolina Union

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Graham Student Union: South Rd
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-5210

phone (919) 962-2285

Box office hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm (during academic session); Mon-Fri, noon-4pm (summer).

As the center of community life, the Carolina Union provides cultural, social, educational and entertainment programs that enhance and complement the academic experience of the University. It supports opportunities for campus members top engage in debate, conversation and interaction, and provides services and amenities they need in their daily life.

Deep Dish Theatre Company

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201 South Estes Dr (University Mall)
Chapel Hill, NC 27514

phone (919) 968-1515

Box office open Wed-Sat, 3-6pm.

The company’s name was inspired by the desire of founding artistic director Paul Frellick to create theatre that evokes the excitement, enjoyment and satisfaction of a robust, well-prepared meal. Performances are offered throughout the year, plus discussions before and after.

DSI Comedy Theater

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200 North Greensboro St (Carr Mill Mall)
Carrboro, NC 27510

phone (919) 338-8150

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DSI Comedy Theater entertains audiences with its energetic and extremely committed take on improvisational theater. DSI offers two critically acclaimed touring shows, a growing college improv network (’Implosion’) and a national improv festival. It’s more than just another comedy theater; it’s recognized for its development, promotion and performance of the art of improvisation.

PlayMakers Repertory Company

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Country Club Rd
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3230

phone (919) 962-7529 (PLAY)

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PlayMakers has been North Carolina’s premier resident professional theatre company for more than 30 years. Six mainstage plays are performed from Sep to Apr in the Paul Green Theatre—from reimagined classics to the best new American and British works, plus three plays in the innovative PRCs2 second-stage series in the Elizabeth Price Kenan Theatre. Performances are Tue-Sun, 8pm; and Sun, 2pm. Ticket prices, $10-$40, depending on event (discounts for students and seniors). Parking.

Stone Center for Black Culture and History

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150 South Rd
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-5250

phone (919) 962-9001

Open Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm.

This is the first building on campus to be named for an African-American and is one of the preeminent centers in the nation for the critical examination of African and African-American diaspora cultures. It houses a museum, art gallery, library, theater, performance spaces, classrooms and other educational, meeting and administrative facilities.

UNC Department of Music

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Hill Hall, Kenan Music Building

145 East Cameron Ave

phone (919) 962-1039

Open Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm.

Sponsors a variety of instrumental and vocal concerts throughout the school year, including the William S. Newman Artists Series (which showcases classical music performed by distinguished instrumental and vocal musicians) and the annual Carolina Jazz Festival. Concerts are held in Hill, Memorial and Person Halls on the UNC campus. Except for the Newman series, most performances are free. Call for a free concert calendar. No credit cards are accepted.