Thalian Hall Wilmington NC

Thalian Hall in Wilmington NC celebrated its grand opening October 12, 1858! 85 performances were presented that first year.  At the time, it was the largest Theater South of Richmond, Va. Thalian Hall was known by many names in its early days such as “The Wilmington Theater”, “The Opera House” and “The Academy of Music”. Thalian Hall today looks largely the same as it did in 1858, with its rambling ornate architecture.  This entire weekend will be a time for celebration for Thalian Hall starting Friday night with a gala concert by Linda Lavin. A Community Day on the Green Saturday from 10AM-2PM will include carraige rides, antique show, sidewalk art sale, calliope music and more!. On Sunday  the 150th Birthday/ Anniversay Party will be held 1-6PM with a brass band, Toby Tyler performance, and cake & ice cream.

Wilmington NC Culture

Wilmington NC offers is such a diverse cultural center with theater, art, music, history, even the USS Battleship NC and Fort Fisher.  For details on weekly events in and around Wilmington NC, please check out my TGIF Scoop every Friday. Or just email me at kay@cbbaker.com and I will add you to my list of preferred clients to receive my Scoop every week.