Community Calendar

If you love The Nutcracker, you won't want to miss The Snow Queen! The Snow Queen is a City Ballet favorite, a full length ballet based on the tale that tells of true friendship put to the Ultimate test, and the power of love to overcome evil. With great messages for every age, the ballet is enhanced by beautiful costumes, and a wonderful symphonic score of classical music from great composers.

Celebrate Wilmington’s vibrant dance community with a dynamic evening of ballet, contemporary, and modern works at the Wilmington Dance Festival, featuring local talent, guest artists, and a special silent auction!

The Wilmington Dance Festival celebrates the talent, passion, and creativity of local dancers and choreographers through a dynamic mix of ballet, contemporary, modern, and more. A beloved tradition since 2002, the festival has become a cornerstone of the Wilmington arts scene, spotlighting both emerging local artists and nationally recognized talent. This year’s event also features a silent auction with exciting prizes from local businesses. Join us for an inspiring evening of movement, music, and community spirit.

The Wilmington Dance Festival is a co-presentation between the Dance Cooperative and UNCW’s Office of the Arts.

Big Dawg Theatre Company Revives Audience Favorite The Hermit of Fort Fisher
A Wilmington theatrical tradition returns to the stage at Thalian Hall

WILMINGTON, NC — Big Dawg Theatre Company will present a revival of
The Hermit of Fort Fisher, the beloved play by David Wright, running
April 2–5 and April 9–12 at Thalian Hall’s Red Box Theater. This
production will be directed by Steve Vernon, and will star Woody Stefl
as The Hermit, featuring Eben French Mastin (who played The Hermit in
almost 50 previous performances).

Based on the fascinating true story of Robert Harrill, the man known
as the “Hermit of Fort Fisher,” the play tells the story of the
coastal recluse who lived alone in a World War II bunker near Fort
Fisher for 17 years. Harrill became a regional legend as thousands of
curious visitors sought him out, drawn by his unconventional lifestyle
and philosophical outlook on life.

This upcoming production marks the sixth time Big Dawg Theatre Company
has produced the play, which has become a favorite among Wilmington
audiences. Each previous run has sold out, making early reservations
strongly recommended.

The Hermit of Fort Fisher explores themes of independence, human
connection, and the ways a single individual can capture the
imagination of a community. Through storytelling and reflection, the
play brings to life a figure whose presence along the Cape Fear coast
has remained part of local folklore for decades.

Performances will take place in Thalian Hall’s Red Box Theater,
located at 310 Chestnut Street in historic downtown Wilmington.

If you love The Nutcracker, you won't want to miss The Snow Queen! The Snow Queen is a City Ballet favorite, a full length ballet based on the tale that tells of true friendship put to the Ultimate test, and the power of love to overcome evil. With great messages for every age, the ballet is enhanced by beautiful costumes, and a wonderful symphonic score of classical music from great composers.

Join the folks at Fermental as we celebrate the arrival of February with our weekly SUNDAY JAZZ JAM, hosted by local artist, Jay Killman.

5pm - 8pm

With a solid foundation of house musicians including Killman, Jon Hill, and Gabrielle Sánchez, this recurring renaissance of jazz welcomes all level of performers: students, professionals, and beginners.

Bring your instrument or bring your ear and enjoy a weekly session of jazz artists and jazz enthusiasts.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District

More info: 910.821.0362

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Host Jay Killman is a professional musician performing with a wide array of acts including jazz ensembles, singer songwriters, hip hop groups, and fusion bands. He is also an avid composer, arranger and teacher. He is currently an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. www.jaykillmanmusic.com

"Come and be a part of a special night celebrating our local poets! It's an evening dedicated to connection, showcasing the profound love for the art of poetry and spoken word within our community. Our wonderful hostess, Carrie Assata, will curate a smooth and intimate vibe, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. Meanwhile, Dj MisStory will be on the ones and twos, spinning tunes to create a fantastic atmosphere for the evening. Join us for a night filled with creativity, expression, and the beautiful resonance of local voices. Let's celebrate the richness of our community's poetic spirit together!"

The Wilmington Choral Society, Wilmington’s oldest community chorus, invites audiences to Lights, Camera, Music! – Songs from the Stage and Screen, a concert featuring iconic selections from Broadway and Hollywood. Performed by more than 90 singers, the program includes favorites such as “For Good,” “Go the Distance,” “Be Our Guest,” highlights from The Lion King, “Seasons of Love,” “Over the Rainbow,” “Masquerade,” and a Les Misérables medley. The concert will be held Sunday, April 26 at 4 p.m. at the Wilson Center on the campus of Cape Fear Community College in Wilmington, North Carolina. Tickets are available at www.wilmingtonchoralsociety.com.

Join the folks at Fermental as we celebrate the arrival of February with our weekly SUNDAY JAZZ JAM, hosted by local artist, Jay Killman.

5pm - 8pm

With a solid foundation of house musicians including Killman, Jon Hill, and Gabrielle Sánchez, this recurring renaissance of jazz welcomes all level of performers: students, professionals, and beginners.

Bring your instrument or bring your ear and enjoy a weekly session of jazz artists and jazz enthusiasts.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District

More info: 910.821.0362

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Host Jay Killman is a professional musician performing with a wide array of acts including jazz ensembles, singer songwriters, hip hop groups, and fusion bands. He is also an avid composer, arranger and teacher. He is currently an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. www.jaykillmanmusic.com

Three Wilmington congregations are joining together to host an extraordinary weekend of sacred storytelling with international performers Davide Bardi and Paola Balbi. Through dramatic retellings, conversation, and reflection, we’ll explore how story shapes faith and community.

“David and Bathsheba”
A passionate, visceral retelling of the biblical story of desire, betrayal, loss, and redemption. Drawing on medieval Italian “Sacra Rappresentazione,” the performance blends research with improvised, embodied storytelling.
The audience is drawn into the intimate, turbulent world of David and Bathsheba as if witnessing events firsthand. Q and A session after the performance.

Join the folks at Fermental as we celebrate the arrival of February with our weekly SUNDAY JAZZ JAM, hosted by local artist, Jay Killman.

5pm - 8pm

With a solid foundation of house musicians including Killman, Jon Hill, and Gabrielle Sánchez, this recurring renaissance of jazz welcomes all level of performers: students, professionals, and beginners.

Bring your instrument or bring your ear and enjoy a weekly session of jazz artists and jazz enthusiasts.

Family friendly. Pet friendly.
FREE parking available throughout the Cargo District

More info: 910.821.0362

*************************
Host Jay Killman is a professional musician performing with a wide array of acts including jazz ensembles, singer songwriters, hip hop groups, and fusion bands. He is also an avid composer, arranger and teacher. He is currently an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. www.jaykillmanmusic.com