2019 Artfall Call for Artists

CALL FOR ARTISTS                                                                                   JULY 2019 HANNAH BLOCK HISTORIC USO/COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER SEEKS ARTIST SUBMISSIONS FOR THE 5th ANNUAL ARTFALL JURIED SHOW AND SALE The Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center is seeking 2D and 3D artists for the 5th Annual ARTfall Juried Art Show and Sale to be held September 19 – 22, 2019. ARTfall will be one of the events during American Craft Walk Wilmington (formerly the Art Walk) a celebration of visual and performing arts at various locations in downtown Wilmington culminating in the walk on September 21st.The ARTfall Exhibition will be open to the public 10am – 5pm daily with an artists’ reception Saturday September 21st, 2:00 – 4:00 pm featuring the award presentation at 3:00 pm. The deadline for applications and online registration is August 30, 2019. ARTfall will be juried by Owen Wexler and Miriam Oehrlein. Mr. Wexler is a long-time Wilmington resident and internationally known visual artist whose work has been featured on TV and film. Ms. Oehrlein, winner of the 2012 Belk Designer Showcase, specializes in jewelry design and owns New Elements Gallery. Awards will be presented for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, Honorable Mention, and People’s Choice with cash prizes totaling $350.00. Only original artwork completed within the last two years will be considered for exhibition. Original artwork is the artist’s sole creation and is not, in whole or in part, a copy of any other persons work or photograph. Preference is given to artists from the Lower Cape Fear region. Application Guidelines • Exhibits will be September 19 – 22, 2019. Selections are made by a review panel. • The Review Panel will consider up to a maximum of 5 digital images. Images must be in a JPEG or TIFF format with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi not to exceed 1080 pixels in any one direction. Additional support material including resume, exhibit history, and artist’s website will aid in the selection process. Due to space limitations we may not be able to hang or exhibit all accepted work, but all work will be juried. • Works must be suitable for viewing by the public. The participating artist must be the one who conceived of and executed the finished product. Photographically or commercially reproduced work is also acceptable. It must be limited editions, signed and numbered by the artist. • By submission of an application, the artist accepts all conditions set forth in this prospectus. Box 1111 • Wilmington, NC 28402 • 910/251.1788 • www.thalian.org • Artists who will not be dropping off their work in person are responsible for all costs associated with the shipping to and from the HBHUSO/CAC. • Applications must be received by August 30 with the JPG or TIFF artwork images. Exhibition Guidelines • All two-dimensional … » Continue Reading

Dream Big & Support a Great Cause!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 DREAM BIG AND SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE! Take a chance on a dream vacation and support Thalian Association Youth Theatre outreach WILMINGTON, NC –There is still time to win the vacation of your dreams and support Thalian Association Youth Theatre’s community outreach programs. The lucky winner will have their choice of four fabulous trips. Two of the destination packages have been designed for a family of four, and the others created as a trip for two. Raffle tickets are available until August 3rd at the TACT office in the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, online at thalian.org, or by calling 910-251-1788. Tickets are $25 each or five for $100 and only 2,000 will be sold. The Dream Vacation options: • Blast off to Florida’s Space Coast with a trip for four to Cocoa Beach and the Kennedy Space Center and lunch with an astronaut • Visit the Most Magical Place on Earth with a theme park adventure for a family of four in Orlando Florida • Indulge in a Superior Wine Experience for two at the Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa in Sonoma California • Enjoy the Home of Jazz in New Orleans Louisiana highlighting southern cuisine and soulful jazz just for two The drawing will be held at a free Cocktail Party at the Lakehouse at RiverLights beginning at 7:00 pm August 3, 2019. The evening will be catered courtesy of The Thyme Savor and feature preview performances of Thalian Association Community Theatre’s 2019-2020 productions of Matilda, Guys and Dolls, and Aida. In addition to the dream vacation drawing that evening there will be a drawing for raffle ticket holders for tickets to TACT’s 2019-2020 season. Participants need not be present to win. Complete details, rules and regulations are available. “Our Youth Theatre productions and free outreach programs are only possible because of fundraisers and we are very grateful to everyone who purchases a raffle ticket,” said Executive Director Susan Habas. “Vacation raffles are great fun because we can all dream about exciting destinations and new experiences, and guess what, someone will win!” Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

Divine Divas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre The Divine Divas Are Back! A She ROCKS & Thalian Association Benefit Concert WILMINGTON, NC –Thalian Association Community Theatre (TACT) is pleased to announce the third annual Divine Divas, a special two-night only concert to benefit She Rocks (Research Ovarian Cancer Knowledge Support) and TACT. Divine Divas will be presented on the 2nd Street Stage in the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center Friday February 22 & Saturday February 23, 2019 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at thalian.org, she-rocks.org or 910-251-1788. The evening will feature performances from leading ladies of Wilmington’s theatre community with a little help from their friends; well-known local actors and Thalian Association youth performers. This year the show will celebrate songs of radio, stage, and screen with a special Motown Mash-Up to honor She ROCKS co-founder Beth Quinn. The show will be directed by Mike Thompson with music direction by Denice Hopper. Popular Wilmington Community Theatre veteran Jeff Phillips will return to host both evenings. Mr. Phillips has been active on our community stage for more than 25 years, hosted the 2014 Star News Media Wilmington Theatre Awards and was the 2012 recipient for Best Actor in a Musical. Each night a live auction will be led from the stage by a surprise guest auctioneer. Entertainment will begin each evening with a lobby pre-show provided by Wilmington Symphony Orchestra youth performers and Susan Savia, a four-octave vocalist. She ROCKS started in 2014 with two strong women who banded together to do something about what is often a devastating diagnosis. In just five years, She ROCKS has raised more than three quarters of a million dollars. In keeping with its mission, 75% of the funds have been given to UNC Lingerger Cancer Center for groundbreaking research, and 25% were used for local support to anyone receiving treatment for any type of cancer at NHRMC Zimmer Cancer Center. “Our contributions thus far have been significant enough that Lineberger named its ovarian cancer research lab for She ROCKS founder Beth Quinn,” said Mary Barto, president of the She ROCKS board, who co-founded the organization with Beth and Tracy Brown. “Locally, we have made an impact through purchasing things like comfortable new chemo chairs, vein finders, wigs and gas cards. We have also expanded our reach into the western part of the state with She ROCKS The Triad, raising more vital funds and reaching many more people with our message. We are so grateful for the continued support.” “We are delighted to provide a wonderful, inspiring evening that supports She ROCKS and our programs,” said Susan Habas, Executive Director of Thalian Association Community Theatre. “TACT was named Official Community Theatre of NC by the General Assembly to honor our tradition of community involvement and outreach. Our partnership with She ROCKS is a natural as we both work towards healing and improving the human condition.” About She ROCKS She ROCKS was founded by Beth Quinn and … » Continue Reading

Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Chandler Davis, Artistic Director Thalian Association Community Theatre   Andrew Lloyd Webber Pop Sensation Comes to Main Stage Thalian Hall Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat   WILMINGTON, NC – GO, GO, GO Joseph! Get ready to clap and sing along with one of Broadway’s most beloved shows! Thalian Association Community Theatre will open the third show of their 2018-19 Season, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, on February 8 at historic Thalian Hall. This Broadway party will feature a cast of forty Wilmington community members as well as a children’s choir. Veteran stage director Mike Thompson (9 to 5, The Addams Family, Young Frankenstein) will direct and local actress and dance instructor Samantha Ray Mifsud will choreograph. The show will also feature Thalian Association Community Theatre Executive Director Susan Habas as Potiphar’s Wife and marks her Thalian Hall main stage debut as a performer. Joseph is written by famed composer Andrew Lloyd Webber (Cats, Phantom of the Opera, Evita) and is told entirely through song with the help of a main character The Narrator, played by Wilmington newcomer Georgie Simon. The musical follows preferred son Joseph who while imprisoned in Egypt, discovers his ability to interpret dreams. Joseph soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. This magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads (“Those Canaan Days”), to country-western (“One More Angel in Heaven”) and calypso (“Benjamin Calypso”), along with the unforgettable classics “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door”. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program was created in 1979 to offer training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.  

Southeast Tourism Society Names Orange Street ArtsFest a ‘Top 20 Event’

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788   Southeast Tourism Society Names Orange Street ArtsFest a ‘Top 20 Event’   WILMINGTON, NC – Southeast Tourism Society has named the Orange Street ArtsFest one of its Top 20 Events in the Southeast for May 2018. Travel industry experts select 20 events per month, and STS publicizes the events throughout the United States. The complete list is published on two websites: Southeast Tourism Society and Travel Media Press Room. 2018 marks the 23rd year for the Orange Street ArtsFest, held every Memorial Day Weekend since 1995. This year the OSAF will be Saturday May 26 10 am – 6 pm and Sunday May 27 10 am –  5 pm. The STS Top 20 Festival and Event Awards have highlighted programs around the Southeast since 1985. Thalian Association Community Theatre launched the Orange Street ArtsFest to promote the arts in Wilmington and the Community Arts Center, located in the Historic USO building. The community theatre association has managed the CAC for the City of Wilmington since 1994. The 76-year-old landmark building, long recognized as the local center of visual and performing arts, was completely renovated in 2008 and is now known as the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center. Today the OSAF is one of the largest arts festivals in Downtown Wilmington with more than 80 artists exhibiting oil and watercolor paintings, pottery, jewelry, metal arts and paper creations, on 2nd and Orange Streets and inside the Historic USO Building. The family friendly event has something for everyone with live entertainment and local food trucks on the street and a museum with WWII exhibits in the lobby of the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center. “It’s so exciting for the Orange Street ArtsFest to be recognized as one of the best festivals in the Southeast,” said Susan Habas, Executive Director of Thalian Association Community Theatre. “We hope more people will make the OSAF part of their Memorial Day weekend plans. The Festival is such a unique opportunity for visitors to experience an old-fashioned street fair in beautiful downtown Wilmington, visit our past in the Historic USO Building, and enjoy the talent of amazing visual and performance artists.” Events considered for the STS Top 20 recognition must be at least three years old and have attendance of at least 1,000. The online nomination link and submission deadlines are available at SoutheastTourism.org or by calling 770-542-1523. STS, founded in 1983 and headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting tourism to and within 12 states – Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City … » Continue Reading

Caine Mutiny Court-Martial

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788   LIVE THEATRE RETURNS TO THE BATTLESHIP NORTH CAROLINA Caine Mutiny Court-Martial   WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre is pleased to provide another opportunity for the community to experience live theatre on the fantail of the Battleship Memorial. Caine Mutiny Court-Martial will open June 29th and run for ten performances, Friday – Sunday at 8 pm until July 15th. There will be a special 7 pm performance on July 4th followed by the City of Wilmington fireworks. “Last summer Thalian Association and the Friends of the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA made history with Mr. Roberts, the first production on the fantail”, said Susan Habas, Executive Director of Thalian Association Community Theatre. “The public reaction was so enthusiastic and supportive that we immediately started looking for another production to give folks a second chance to see a show on this historic ship.” Caine Mutiny Court-Martial is based on a Pulitzer Prize novel by Herman Wouk. This thought-provoking two act play chronicles the court martial of the lieutenant who commandeered the U.S.S. Caine during a potentially deadly storm. The only way his attorney can save him is to prove that Captain Queeg was mentally incompetent to safely run the ship. The play covers only the court-martial itself and like jurors at a trial, the audience knows only what various witnesses tell of the events on the Caine. Caine Mutiny Court-Martial will be the local directorial debut of Jordan Wolfe, a veteran of community theatre productions across the country and the head theatre professor at Coastal Carolina Community College. Local audiences may recognize Jordan from recent Main Stage Thalian Hall appearances in Peter and the Starcatcher and Young Frankenstein. “I am so excited to bring the Caine Mutiny to life on the fantail of the Battleship Memorial”, said Jordan Wolfe. “Staging a show on a ship is a rare opportunity and I hope to have some of my students intern for the technical and production teams.”   Tickets for all shows are now on sale at Thalian Association. Regular show prices range from $30 for adults, $25 for seniors, $15 for children, and $15 for retired and active military. Local residents can attend Sunday performances for $!5. Special ticket pricing for the July 4th performance are $50 adults/$25 children and include a grand view of Downtown Wilmington’s Fireworks display. Special group rates apply for parties of 12 or more.   About Thalian Association Community Theatre Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North … » Continue Reading

23rd Annual Orange Street Artsfest Call for Artists

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788   23rd ANNUAL ORANGE STREET ARTSFEST CALL FOR ARTISTS Memorial Day Weekend May 26 & 27, 2018   WILMINGTON, NC –Thalian Association Community Theatre is seeking artists for the 23rd Orange Street ArtsFest, Memorial Day weekend, Saturday May 26th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday May 27th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The celebrated street fair will return to Orange Street next to the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, with some artists inside the building. The popular juried festival is the largest springtime arts festival in downtown Wilmington and will feature over 80 artists from North Carolina and surrounding states, with local entertainment and refreshments. Applicants must submit a color photo of original work in acrylic, oils, watercolor, sculpture, drawing, graphics, wearable arts, leather jewelry, clay, glass, fiber, metal work or mixed media. Photographically or commercially reproduced work is also acceptable in limited editions, signed and numbered by the artist. An early bird entry fee of $135 will be offered until April 30, 2018 and artists will be eligible for awards and $550 in prize money. For complete details about booth rental, deadlines and application process please visit Wilmington Community Arts or email Samantha Herrick, Community Arts Center Director. The Southeast Tourism Society just named the Orange Street ArtsFest one of its Top 20 Events in the Southeast for May 2018. Travel industry experts select 20 events per month, and STS publicizes the events throughout the United States. The complete list is published on two websites: Southeast Tourism Society and Travel Media Press Room. Thalian Association Community Theatre launched the Orange Street ArtsFest in 1995 to promote the arts in Wilmington and the Community Arts Center (CAC), located in the Historic USO building. Thalian Association Community Theatre has managed the Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington since 1994. The 76-year-old landmark building, long recognized as the center of visual and performing arts, was completely renovated in 2008 and is now known as the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center. More information about the building and its history can be found on Wilmington Community Arts The Orange Street ArtsFest is a family friendly event for visitors of all ages featuring entertainment from Thalian Association Community Theatre and artists who teach and perform in the Community Arts Center year-round. Another highlight of the festival is the return of the High School Student’s Art Contest Exhibition presented by the Wilmington Art Association. The exhibition features the work of students from public and private high schools in New Hanover County on display with the WWII exhibits in the lobby of the fully renovated Historic USO building. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah … » Continue Reading

Thalian Association Community Theatre Invites You To Be Our Guest Beauty & the Beast Tea Party

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 Thalian Association Community Theatre Invites You to Be Our Guest Beauty & the Beast Tea Party WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre invites you to be our guest at a very special Beauty & the Beast Character Tea Party. It will take place the opening weekend of the Youth Theatre production of the classic Disney musical, on November 11th from 3:00 – 5:00 pm at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center. The Tea Party will be an enchanting experience for the young and young at heart and guests are invited to come in costume. Belle and the cast of Beauty & the Beast will perform selected numbers from the TACT Youth Theatre production and there will be face painting and Enchanted Mirror craft stations. Menu items will include homemade treats and traditional tea time fare. Disney’s Beauty & the Beast tells the story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end, and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. The Youth Theatre production features a cast of 34 young performers, ages 7 – 17. Bring the whole family and join us for Disney’s Beauty & the Beast November 10th through November 19th at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center located at 120 S. 2nd Street. Performances will be Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm with Sunday matinees at 3:00 pm. Tickets for the Tea Party are $25 and tickets for the show are $14 plus preservation fee and sales tax. For more information call 910-251-1788. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

22nd Annual Orange Street ArtsFest

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788   CELEBRATE MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IN DOWNTOWN WILMINGTON The 22ND Annual Orange Street ArtsFest   WILMINGTON, NC – The Orange Street ArtsFest (OSAF) will return Memorial Day weekend, Saturday May 27th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday May 28th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The celebrated street fair is held on Orange Street between Front and Second Streets, next to the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, with some exhibitors inside the building and on 2nd Street. The OSAF is one of the largest arts festivals in Downtown Wilmington with more than 80 artists exhibiting oil and watercolor paintings, pottery, jewelry, metal arts and paper creations. This year the OSAF will be juried by Owen Wexler and Miriam Oehrlein. Mr. Wexler is a long-time Wilmington resident and internationally known visual artist whose work has been featured on TV and film. Ms. Oehrlein, winner of the 2012 Best Designer Showcase, specializes in jewelry design and owns New Elements Gallery. Awards will be presented for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place with four Judges Awards and cash prizes totaling $550.00. Live entertainment and great food will be a highlight of the quaint family friendly festival with culinary delights from Poor Piggy’s BBQ, Stevie Mack’s International Food, North Carolina Sweet Tea and Snowy of the Carolinas. Hourly music and dance performances are scheduled on the Orange Street Stage beside the HBHUSO/CAC featuring artists who perform or teach in the Community Arts Center. Anevay Dance Company, Susan Savia, and Terry Godwin’s Revolver Music are slated to perform. Thalian Association Community Theatre will present selections from the upcoming 2017 – 2018 Main Stage Thalian Hall and Youth Theatre productions The festival will also celebrate young talent with the return of the High School Student’s Art Contest Exhibition presented by the Wilmington Art Association. The artwork will be displayed in the lobby museum of the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center with the wartime exhibits including memorials to Wilmington’s two Medal of Honor recipients. The public is invited to tour all the World War II exhibits while visiting the inside artists. Other featured artists inside the Community Arts Center include students from DREAMS of Wilmington, the nationally award winning arts education program. Activities for young visitors will be provided by the Children’s Museum of Wilmington with an interactive play room inside the building. The CMOW staff will lead activities during the two-day festival featuring fun stations with science experiments, construction with foam building blocks and the famous arts and crafts station for entire families to enjoy. “The Community Arts Center is filled with children every day and the Orange Street ArtsFest should not be an exception” said Susan Habas, Executive Director of Thalian Association Community Theatre. “We are thrilled that The Children’s Museum will provide special activities and playtime for our youngest visitors.” Thalian Association Community Theatre launched the Orange Street ArtsFest in 1995 to promote the arts in Wilmington and the … » Continue Reading

Gypsy Press Release

The Mother of all Musicals returns to Thalian Hall! Thalian Association Community Theatre brings grit, determination – and Gypsy – to the Main Stage WILMINGTON, NC – Women of today get inspiration from the brassy broads that came before them, and their strength, determination and perseverance. Thalian Association Community Theatre is proud to present Gypsy, often considered the greatest American musical, on the Main Stage at Thalian Hall.  The all-star Wilmington theatre veteran cast includes Kat Vernon as Rose, Beth Swindell as Louise, Troy Rudeseal as Herbie and Logan Tart as June. Opening night is March 30 and the show runs Thursday through Sunday until April 9. Tickets are $30 with senior, youth and group discounts available and Thrifty Thursday performances are $20.  Gypsy is a 1959 musical with music by Jule Styne, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and a book by Arthur Laurents. It is loosely based on the 1957 memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee, the famous striptease artist, and focuses on her mother, Rose, whose name has become synonymous with “the ultimate show business mother.” It follows the dreams and efforts of Rose to raise two daughters to perform onstage and casts an affectionate eye on the hardships of show business life. The character of Louise is based on Lee, and the character of June is based on Lee’s sister, the actress June Havoc. The musical contains many songs that became popular standards, including “Everything’s Coming up Roses”, “Together (Wherever We Go)”, “Small World”, “You Gotta Get a Gimmick”, “Let Me Entertain You”, “All I Need Is the Girl”, and “Rose’s Turn”. It is frequently considered one of the crowning achievements of the mid-20th century’s conventional musical theatre art form, often called the “book musical”. Gypsy has been referred to as the greatest American musical by numerous critics and writers, among them Ben Brantley who wrote “what may be the greatest of all American musicals…” , Frank Rich, who wrote that “Gypsy is nothing if not Broadway’s own brassy, unlikely answer to King Lear.”, and Clive Barnes who wrote that “Gypsy is one of the best of musicals…” and described the character of Rose as “one of the few truly complex characters in the American musical….”. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, four productions at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature. 

Barefoot in the Park

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Chandler Davis, Artistic Director Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 Dare to go Barefoot in the Park Thalian Association brings joyful, boisterous young love to the Red Barn WILMINGTON, NC – There’s nothing quite like the exhilaration of your first apartment together – except maybe the perplexity of figuring it all out. Thalian Association Community Theatre is proud to present the heartfelt and hilarious Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon. The production opens March 9 and runs through the 26th at the Red Barn Studio. It stars Wilmington Theatre veterans Josh Bailey, Amanda Young and Denise Bass. The play premiered on Broadway in 1963 and starred Robert Redford and Elizabeth Ashley. Corie and Paul Bratter are newlyweds, and their first home is an apartment on the top (very top) floor of a brownstone in New York City. During the course of their first post-honeymoon four days of married life, the couple learns to live together while facing life’s usual challenges. Though crazy about him, Corrie wants Paul to become more easy-going, for example, and to run “barefoot in the park.” Barefoot in the Park, directed by Jim Bowling, will run Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm with Sunday matinees at 3pm. The box office opens ninety minutes before each performance and tickets are available. Red Barn Studio is located at 1122 South 3rd Street in downtown Wilmington. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program was created in 1979 to offer training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.    

Death of a Salesman press release

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 A Relevant Classic: Death of a Salesman WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre is honored to celebrate the centennial of Arthur Miller’s birth with the presentation of Death of a Salesman. This Pulitzer and Tony Award winning classic runs February 4 – 14, at Thalian Hall, 310 Chestnut Street. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm with Sunday matinees at 3:00 pm. Tickets are $30 with senior, youth and group discounts available and Thrifty Thursday performances are always $15. For tickets call 910-632-2285. Death of a Salesman, directed by Charles Grimes, is considered by many to be one of the most important plays in modern American theatre. It tells the story of Willy Loman (Jim Bowling), a down-on-his-luck, middle-aged salesman, unable to comprehend how or why he never achieved his dream of success and fortune. Faced with the realization that his life is a failure, Willy becomes further estranged from his family, and begins to lose contact with reality, having imaginary conversations with his long lost brother Ben (Ken Vest). Linda (Elaine Nalee), his devoted wife, and their son’s Biff (Wilson Meredith) and Happy (Josh Bailey) wage a desperate struggle to engage him in the present, in hopes to desperately hold the family together. This masterpiece is a work of tremendous emotional impact and an unflinching examination of the American Dream that is as relevant today as the day it was written. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, a summer season at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

21st Annual Orange Street Artsfest Call for Artists

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 21st ANNUAL ORANGE STREET ARTSFEST CALL FOR ARTISTS WILMINGTON, NC –Thalian Association Community Theatre is seeking artists for the 21st Orange Street ArtsFest, Memorial Day weekend, Saturday May 28th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday May 29th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The celebrated street fair will return to Orange Street next to the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, with some exhibitors inside the building. The popular juried festival is the largest springtime arts festival in downtown Wilmington and will feature over 80 artists with $550 in prize money. Applicants must submit a color photo of original work in acrylic, oils, watercolor, sculpture, drawing, graphics, wearable arts, leather jewelry, clay, glass, fiber, metal work or mixed media. Photographically or commercially reproduced work is also acceptable in limited editions, signed and numbered by the artist. An early bird entry fee of $135 will be offered until April 30, 2016. For complete details about booth rental, deadlines and application process please visit wilmingtoncommunityarts.org or email Samantha Herrick, Community Arts Center Director. Thalian Association Community Theatre launched the Orange Street ArtsFest in 1995 to promote the arts in Wilmington and the Community Arts Center (CAC), located in the Historic USO building. Thalian Association Community Theatre has managed the Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington since 1994. The landmark building, long recognized as the center of visual and performing arts, was completely renovated in 2008 and is now known as the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center. More information about the building and its history can be found on wilmingtoncommunityarts.org. The Orange Street ArtsFest is a family friendly event for visitors of all ages featuring entertainment from Thalian Association Community Theatre and artists who teach and perform in the Community Arts Center year round. Another highlight of the festival is the return of the High School Student’s Art Contest Exhibition presented by the Wilmington Art Association. The exhibition features the work of students from seven public and private high schools in New Hanover County on display with the WWII exhibits in the lobby of the fully renovated Historic USO building. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, five productions at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.   OSAF Call for Artists registration link

A Night on the Town Raffle press release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 MAMMA MIA! – WHAT A NIGHT ON THE TOWN RAFFLE! Proceeds to Benefit Thalian Association Community Theatre Youth Program WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre (TACT) is pleased to present the first annual Night on the Town raffle, including 4 tickets to see Mamma Mia! at the CFCC Humanities and Fine Arts Center. Raffle tickets are $10 or 3 for $25 and only 1000 will be sold. The Night on the Town package is valued at $1178 and includes 4 tickets to see Mamma Mia! on May 4, 2016, a $150 gift certificate for tapas style dining at Circa 1922 and the elite transportation services of Azalea Limousine. Tickets can be purchased at the HBHUSO/CAC Monday – Thursday 10am – 9pm, Friday 10 am – 5 pm and Saturday 10 am – 1 pm. Tickets will also be sold at all performances of the Youth Theatre productions T23: It Takes Two, One Hit Wonders, January 22 – 24, 2016 and Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids! February 26 – March 6, 2016. For more information call 910-251-1788. The winner will be drawn at the final performance of the Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids! on March 6, 2016 at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center and you do not have to be present to win. All proceeds from the raffle will support TACT’s Youth Theatre program. The 36-year-old Youth Theatre program focuses on performance, education and community service with five annual musical theatre productions, theatre arts academy and outreach classes and productions at the Community Boys & Girls Club and the Brigade Boys & Girls Club. All classes and productions are aligned with the National Standards for Arts Education and the N.C. Essential Standards in Theatre Arts. “We are so excited about the Night on the Town Raffle,” said Thalian Association Community Theatre Executive Director Susan Habas. “Not only the vital funding provided for our Youth Theatre program but the opportunity for a family to have such an unforgettable experience. Mamma Mia! has more productions playing internationally than any other musical and is the world’s number 1 show! The wonderful dinner at Circa 1922 and luxury transportation provided by Azalea Limousine truly make this evening a night to remember.” Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, five productions at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

It Takes Two Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: David T. Loudermilk, Artistic Director Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 Third Time’s a Charm T23: It Takes Two, One Hit Wonders WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre brings back, for a third and final time, T23: It Takes Two, One Hit Wonders. This inspiring production returns after the success of the 2014 Take Two: Songs of the Silver Screen. The production is created and directed by Mike Thompson, with music direction by Denice Hopper and choreography by Tina Leak. Three performances of this spectacular event will take place January 22-24, at the Hannah Block Historic USO Building/Community Arts Center. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 7PM; with a Sunday matinee at 3PM. To purchase tickets visit www.thalian.org or call 910-341-7860. T23: It Takes Two, One Hit Wonders is a unique collaboration that this year, bridges the gap between youth, teenage and adult actors in the Wilmington Community. The show will discuss the different concepts of a One Hit Wonder and include songs spanning 1956-2014. In addition to some of Wilmington’s favorite performers, look for the return of WWAY evening news anchor, Makenzi Henderson and Wilmington’s very own One Hit Wonder artist, Scott Stevens of Scott Stevens and the Cavaliers. Each evening will be hosted by either WGNI’s Ray Wagner or Jacki Jordan. The silent auction contains exciting items from some of Wilmington’s hottest and most valued vendors! Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, five productions at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.  

101 Dalmatians Press Release

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY CONTACT: David T. Loudermilk, Artistic Director Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 101 Dalmatians KIDS searches for 101 Youth Actors WILMINGTON, NC – On Saturday, January 9th, Thalian Association Community Theatre hopes more than 100 children (ages 6-18) will gather at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center on 2nd and Orange Streets to audition for their upcoming youth production of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS. Based on the novel and animated film, the production will be performed on the 2nd Street Stage February 26-March 6, as well as toured to the Community Boys & Girls Club and Brigade Boys & Girls Club. Auditions begin at 10:00 a.m. and are on a first come, first served basis. Each participant will be taught a song and dance combination, as well as possibilities of reading from the script. The auditions are an excellent Photo Opportunity for print & broadcast media. Young actors will audition for the classic roles brought to life from Disney’s animated works. Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS is being directed by Thalian Association Community Theatre past-president Thomas Behm, with music direction by Barbara White and choreography by Katie Auletti-Smith & Tina Leak. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, a summer season at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

President’s Letter for the 2015-2016 Season

Dear Friends, As a longtime supporter and volunteer of Thalian Association Community Theatre I feel very honored to have been selected to serve as its president for a second term. I know of no other organization in North Carolina with a history as long and distinguished as ours and I welcome and thank you for joining us for our 227th year of providing exciting theatrical performances and arts education to Wilmington and the surrounding areas. Serving as the Official Community Theater of North Carolina and the professional managers of the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center we are continuing a fine tradition begun in 1788. This year we changed our name to Thalian Association Community Theatre and updated our logo to better describe our productions in three local venues, youth theatre programs and community contributions. We continue to realize our dream of accessible theater for the entire community with a new $15 reduced rate ticket for all Thalian Hall performances for youth 17 and under. Thursday evening performances will also continue to be offered at the $15 discount rate for audience members of any age, a popular tradition known as Thrifty Thursdays. We have a diverse and exciting season planned for Main Stage Thalian Hall beginning with a Halloween treat, the Wilmington premiere of The Addams Family, our holiday extravaganza Mame, next up is Arthur Miller’s great classic Death of a Salesman, followed by the highly anticipated premiere of Green Day’s American Idiot and the season finale the funniest farce ever written for the stage Noises Off. Our Youth Theatre will be producing five full length productions on the 2nd Street Stage at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center: West Side Story, Babes in Toyland, T23:It Takes Two, Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids and The Secret Garden: Spring Edition. Theatre Arts Youth Academy is our arts education program and offers two three month semesters at two convenient locations; the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center and the North East Branch of the New Hanover County Library. Our curriculum is aligned with North Carolina Educational Standards and designed to encourage enjoyment of the arts and to enhance learning skills in all areas of study. Though our Theater 4 Change community outreach program, Thalian Association Community Theatre is committed to helping our most underserved and vulnerable young citizens with after school programs at area organizations. We are proud to teach six classes weekly at the Community Boys & Girls Club and Brigade Boys & Girls Club, perform youth theatre productions at their facilities and will present special school performances of the entire Youth Theatre season for the students at A. H. Snipes Academy of Arts & Design. Since 1994 Thalian Association Community Theatre has managed the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. We offer space for arts instruction, meetings and special events at very affordable rates. As always, we will continue to support the local community by providing space for rehearsals and meetings to qualifying non-profits at little to no … » Continue Reading

Lady Day at the Mad Boar

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL Production to Benefit Thalian Association Community Theatre at the Mad Boar Restaurant in River Landing WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre and the Mad Boar Restaurant will present Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill on Saturday August 29, 2015 in the beautiful Celtic Court Ballroom located inside the Mad Boar Restaurant. Fresh from a sold out run at the Red Barn Studio Theatre, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill recounts Billie Holiday’s life story through her poignant voice and moving songs. The play is set in 1959 in a seedy bar in Philadelphia. The audience is about to witness of the greatest jazz singers of all-time, as she shares her loves and her losses, in a final performance, four months before her death. Among the songs that will be performed: “God Bless the Child,” “What a Little Moonlight Can Do,” “Strange Fruit” and “Taint Nobody’s Biz-ness.” Lady Day will be portrayed by Wilmington Songstress LaRaisha DiEvelyn Burnette and the production is directed by Thalian Association Community Theatre’s Artistic Director, David T. Loudermilk. The musical play is the community theatre association’s third production in Duplin County and part of an ongoing outreach program created to bring community theatre to all residents in southeastern North Carolina. The evening will begin with cocktails at 5:00 pm followed by a sumptuous three course plated dinner and the performance. Tickets for the event are $54.95 which includes tax, gratuity with a $25.00 cover charge to benefit Thalian Association Community Theatre. Complete details including the dinner menu are available on thalian.org. Tickets must be reserved in advance with Madi McDougald at 910-285-1006. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, a summer season at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

Youth Academy Fall Semester

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 shabas@thalian.org THALIAN ASSOCIATION COMMUNITY THEATRE ANNOUNCES YOUTH ACADEMY FALL SEMESTER WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre today announced the fall 2015 semester of theatre arts classes and workshops for budding young actors ages 7 – 18 with special Tots classes for children ages 3 – 6. Classes will be held in two locations, the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center at 120 S. 2nd Street and the NE Branch of the New Hanover County Library Executive Development Center at 1241 Military Cutoff Road. For the first time registration is available online at thalian.org or at the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center, Monday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm. The fall semester will begin September 14, 2015 and continue through December 5, 2015. All students will be invited to perform in the Academy Showcase on the 2nd Street Stage in the Community Arts Center at the end of the semester. The Youth Academy provides an affordable opportunity for all children to develop and express their passion for live theatre. All classes and productions are aligned with the North Carolina Essential Standards and the National Standards of Arts Education. Scholarships will be available on a first-come basis. The curriculum includes Behind the Curtain, Musical Comedy & Characters, Drama, Star Power, In the Spotlight and On Stage Visual Arts. For younger students the Tots classes offer a wonderful introduction to music, dance and expression. Artistic Director David Loudermilk will teach a new Audition & Stage Technique class designed to prepare students for musical theatre auditions. TV and film actress Jane McNeill will teach a class dedicated to Acting for TV & Film. Jane’s credits include a recurring role in The Walking Dead and roles in the Dallas Buyers Club and Magic Mike XXL. Full details about classes and tuition are available on thalian.org “Our classes are designed to provide training and a creative outlet for young people who are interested in theatre arts,” said Thalian Association Community Theatre Executive Director Susan Habas. “Students will explore different aspects of play production and stage performance while having a great learning experience.” Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, a summer season at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature.

2015 Thalian Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Susan Habas Thalian Association Community Theatre 910-251-1788 PETER PAN AND A CHRISTMAS CAROL TAKE TOP HONORS AT THE 45TH ANNUAL THALIAN ASSOCIATION COMMUNITY THEATRE AWARDS WILMINGTON, NC – Peter Pan and A Christmas Carol took home top honors at the Thalian Association Community Theatre Awards, Friday July 31st, at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center. This was the 45th annual awards ceremony honoring excellence in Thalian Association Community Theatre productions as recognized by the association membership. David Loudermilk, Thalian Association Community Theatre Artistic Director, served as the emcee for the award show and members of the Youth Leadership program announced the 15 nominations celebrating excellence in all aspects of community theatre. Jerry Flake, Thalian Association Community Theatre President, presented this year’s President’s Award to Executive Director Susan Habas. Other special acknowledgements included the Artistic Director’s Award, presented to Jen Iapalucci & Katie Richmond Deese, the Tina Award for technical achievement, presented to Benedict R. Fancy, the Volunteer of the Year Award, presented to Alice Preville, and the TACT Award was presented to Tina Leak, to honor her overall contribution for the 2014-2015 season. Helena Boldizar and Zachary Hutchinson, recipients of the Pat Hingle and Donn Ansell scholarships announced earlier this year, were also introduced at the award ceremony. A special Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to James R. Pridemore in recognition of his 50 years of continuous service on the Thalian Association Community Theatre Board of Directors. Mr. Pridemore served as president five times, worked with the City of Wilmington to convert the Historic USO Building to the Community Arts Center, was an original member of the Arts Council of the Lower Cape Fear, founded the Piney Woods Festival and the Orange Street ArtsFest. The 2014-2015 Thalian Association Community Theatre Awards also featured musical previews of next season’s highly anticipated Main Stage Thalian Hall productions; The Addams Family, Mame, American Idiot and the Youth Theatre production of West Side Story. The 2015-2016 awards ceremony will be held at the Ironclad Brewery in downtown Wilmington on July 29, 2016. Established in 1788, Thalian Association Community Theatre is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the Cape Fear region through live community theatre and arts education. Thalian Association Community Theatre produces five major productions annually on the Main Stage at historic Thalian Hall, a summer season at the Red Barn Studio and professionally manages the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. The youth theatre program offers training and performance opportunities for children age seven through high school seniors. In 2007, Thalian Association Community Theatre was designated North Carolina’s Official Community Theater by the state legislature. For more information, go to www.thalian.org. Congratulations to all of the nominees and the winners of the 2014-2015 Thalian Association Community Theatre Awards: The President’s Award: Susan Habas Volunteer of the Year Award: Alice Preville Pat Hingle Scholarship: Helena Boldizar Don Ansell Scholarship: Zachary Hutchinson Thalian Association Community Theatre (TACT) Award: Tina Leak The Tina Award: Benedict … » Continue Reading

President’s Letter for the 2014-2015 Season

Dear Friends, As a longtime supporter and volunteer of the Thalian Association I feel very honored to have been selected to serve as its president. I know of no other organization in North Carolina with a history as long and distinguished as the Thalian Association and I welcome and thank you for joining us for our 226th year of providing exciting theatrical performances and arts education to Wilmington and the surrounding areas. Serving as the Official Community Theater of North Carolina and the professional managers of the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center we are continuing a fine tradition begun in 1788. This year we welcome our new fulltime Artistic Director, David T. Loudermilk to the Thalian family. David will oversee all our productions including Main Stage Thalian Hall, Children’s Theater, Red Barn Studio and special events while working closely with our Executive Director Susan Habas on the vision and overall future development of our 226 year old community theater group. David has called this our Iconic Season and I can’t help but agree. PETER PAN, A CHRISTMAS CAROL and SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN are classic productions that represent fond memories to everyone, RING OF FIRE is the story of Johnny Cash, one of the most influential singer-songwriters of the 20th century and CLYBOURNE PARK is a Pulitzer Prize winner based on Raisin In the Sun and a landmark housing issue. Our Children’s Theater Company (TACT) will be producing five full length productions on the 2nd Street Stage at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center: THE MUSIC MAN, JR., MACY’S YES VIRGINIA THE MUSICAL, SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! JR., TACT AROUND THE WORLD A MUSICAL REVUE and CATS. TACT Academy is our arts education program and offers a six month semester at two convenient locations; the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center and the North East Branch of the New Hanover County Library. Our curriculum is aligned with North Carolina Educational Standards and designed to encourage enjoyment of the arts and to enhance learning skills in all areas of study. Though our Theater 4 Change community outreach program, Thalian Association is committed to helping our most underserved and vulnerable young citizens, the children of the Youth Enrichment Zone. We are proud to teach four classes weekly at the Community Boys & Girls Club, perform three Children’s Theater productions on their campus, offer two classes for the Friday Afternoon Enrichments program at D. C. Virgo Preparatory Academy and will present special school performances of the entire Children’s Theater season for the students at A. H. Snipes Academy of Arts & Design. Since 1994 Thalian Association has managed the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center for the City of Wilmington. We offer space for arts instruction, meetings and special events at very affordable rates. As always, Thalian Association will continue to support the local community by providing space for rehearsals and meetings to qualifying non-profits at little to no charge to encourage and support the arts at all levels. Of course none of these things … » Continue Reading