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WILMINGTON, NC — Thalian Association Community Theatre (TACT) proudly presents the 9th Annual Divine Divas fundraiser: Legends & Icons, a spectacular one-night-only musical revue and benefit gala. The event will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at The Terraces on Sir Tyler.

This year’s theme, "Legends & Icons," celebrates the timeless music of legendary artists and their signature songs, performed by some of Wilmington’s most talented local artists. More than just a concert, Divine Divas is an "Unforgettable Night on the Town" designed to support TACT’s main stage productions and vital youth education programs.

An All-Inclusive Evening of Arts & Advocacy

Attendees will enjoy a full evening of entertainment and luxury, including:

? Gourmet Dining: A fabulous dinner catered by Christi Ferretti and Pine Valley Market.

? Signature Drinks: Complimentary wine and beer, plus a cocktail cash bar.

? Live & Silent Auctions: Unique items and experiences up for bid to support the arts.

? World-Class Revue: A high-energy musical production featuring Wilmington's finest performers.

Proceeds from the evening directly fund community theatre productions at historic Thalian Hall and Youth Theatre shows at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center. Specifically, the event bolsters Thalian Youth Theatre, providing scholarships, education outreach, and performance opportunities for the next generation of North Carolina artists.

"Divine Divas has become a cornerstone of our fundraising efforts," says Susan Habas, Executive Director of TACT. "It is a night where the community comes together not just to enjoy incredible music, but to ensure that the arts remain accessible and vibrant for every child in the Cape Fear region."

Tickets for the event are $107 (plus handling fees) and are available now at thalian.org or by calling 910-251-1788.

Sponsorship opportunities ranging from $500 to $3,000 are still available for businesses and individuals looking to champion the arts. Sponsors receive premium benefits, including event recognition and ads in TACT’s 2025-2026 season programs.

Folk Singer/Songwriter Greg Greenway is returning to the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington, NC on Saturday, February 21st, 2026. His Concert will begin at 7PM. His singular songwriting lifts up life, hope, compassion and social justice. His multi-instrumental, genre-crossing style has found its way through his many years with the award-winning folk trio Brother Sun, his autobiographical musical conversations with friend Reggie Harris in "Deeper Than the Skin" and solo work that spans decades.

Tickets are $20 and can be reserved by emailing tickets@uucwnc.org They will also be available at the door (cash or checks only, please). The UU Congregation of Wilmington is located at 4313 Lake Avenue, across from Roland-Grise Middle School.

URLs:
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Date and Time: On Saturday February 21, 2026 at 19:00 - 21:00

Venue details: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Wilmington North Carolina, 4313 Lake Avenue, Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403, United States

Category: Community

Price:
General Admission: USD 20.00

Artist / Speaker: Greg Greenway

A Living Last Supper is a dramatic and poignant depiction of Jesus and his disciples on the night before his betrayal. Each disciple rises to share his thoughts upon learning that there is a traitor among them. The St. Andrews-Covenant Choir enhances this powerful narrative with music from the Lenten portion of Handel’s Messiah, creating an unforgettable Lenten experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness a profound moment in history brought to life through music and drama.
*All Music on Market Concerts are free, open to the public and family friendly*
*Tickets are not required. Venue Seating is Limited. Seating is on First-Come, First-Served basis.*

Living Last Supper
Two Performances!
Saturday, February 21, 2026 · 7:30 pm AND Sunday, February 22, 2026 · 3:00 pm

In this bold, witty, and refreshingly modern play, Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Little Women brings new life to Louisa May Alcott’s beloved classic. Follow the spirited March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate love, loss, ambition, and the bonds of family during the American Civil War. With heart, humor, and a contemporary voice, this vibrant retelling celebrates the timeless resilience of young women daring to dream. 

Agatha Christie’s Murder On The Orient Express
https://www.thalianhall.org/tact-murder-26
Showtimes
Dates: Friday February 6, 2026 - Sunday February 15, 2026
Friday - Saturday Time: 7:30 pm
Sunday Time: 2:00 pm
Location
Main Stage Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut St.
By Agatha Christie, Ken Ludwig’s clever adaptation of the Agatha Christie classic boasts all the glamour, intrigue, and suspense of Dame Agatha’s celebrated novel, with a healthy dose of humor to quicken the pace. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed eight times, his door locked from the inside. Isolated and with a killer in their midst, the passengers rely on detective Hercule Poirot to identify the murderer – in case he or she decides to strike again.

Big Dawg Theatre Company Announces White Rabbit Red Rabbit at Thalian Hall

Wilmington, NC — Big Dawg Theatre Company will present the daring and unconventional play White Rabbit Red Rabbit at Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts in the Ruth and Bucky Stein Theater. Performances run February 12–15 and February 19–22, with evening performances at 7:30 PM and Sunday matinees at 3:00 PM.
Written by Iranian playwright Nassim Soleimanpour, White Rabbit Red Rabbit is a theatrical experiment unlike any other. Each night, a different actor takes the stage having never read the script before. There are no rehearsals, no director, and no advance preparation. The performer receives the script live, onstage, discovering the play at the same moment as the audience.
Big Dawg Theatre Company has assembled a diverse and accomplished cast for this production. Appearing over the course of the run (in no particular order) are Chad Hsu, Anthony Lawson, Randy Davis, Steve Vernon, Heather Setzler, Kaleb Edley, Jamey Stone, Morganna Bridgers, and Cathy Street, with Erin Sullivan-Wertz serving as an alternate performer should the need arise.
In keeping with the spirit of the play, no announcement will be made in advance as to which actor performs on which night. Each performance is a singular, one-night-only event shaped by chance, audience participation, and the shared trust between performer and audience.
Both playful and provocative, White Rabbit Red Rabbit explores ideas of authority, choice, responsibility, and participation, while challenging traditional theatrical conventions. The play has been performed worldwide and continues to resonate for its immediacy and unpredictability.
Tickets are available through Thalian Hall:
https://www.thalianhall.org/bdp-rabbit-26
A discounted two-show pass is also available at BigDawgProductions.org.
Media Contact:
Steve Vernon
(910) 612 2239
svernonadbigdawg@gmail.com
Artistic Director-Big Dawg Theatre Company

8pm Doors. 9pm Show. $30 ADV $35 DOS. 21+
Stoplight Observations
https://www.stoplightobservations.com/
Stop Light Observations is a dynamic four-piece group hailing from Charleston, South Carolina. Their versatile sound is a unique blend of blues, pop, and indie rock infused with electronic beats and the soulful vocals of Will Blackburn. From songs like “2young” to “Security” their music is a true reflection of their unique personalities, and their live shows are a testament to their authenticity and raw talent.
SLO is Will Blackburn (vocals), Oleg Terentiev (drums), David Beam (guitar) and Jeremiah King (keys).

Images captured in downtown Wilmington by Cape Fear Camera Club members over a period of several years.

In commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, the Bellamy Mansion Museum is hosting an art exhibition by local artist James C. Horton, which includes over 40 original paintings and drawings that highlight historic scenes and places from around the region and country that help tell America's story. Visitors can view the exhibit free of charge any time the museum is open (M-Sun. 10 am-4 pm). Please stop by the Carriage ​House Visitor Center to gain admission. Art is available for purchase and an Artist's Reception will be held on February 27th (6-8pm). Visit bellamymansion.org/exhibits for more information or email info@bellamymansion.org if you have questions.

Through their collaborative exhibit “In Search of Memory,” Art in Bloom Gallery is honored to feature artists Angela Rowe & Karen Paden Crouch! Inspired by the enduring power of memories, Angela and Karen combine their distinct talents to evoke the shared experiences which shape us. Write Angela & Karen:

"Memories have the power to bind us. They tap into our shared experience evoking images and icons from the culture that has shaped us. Even inside a mind troubled by dementia, old memories remain strong and help sustain us. This body of work is about making memories and keeping memories alive. We hope it evokes a place or a moment in time we can share to find healing ground in our fragmented world."

Join us in Mayfaire on Sunday, January 18th, 2-5pm for our Artist Reception! Meet the artists, enjoy special refreshments, and listen to live music by Robert Beauchene. And celebrate Traudi Thornton’s (1940-2023) legacy through her Final Raku Sale! In alignment with her kiln restoration at Fat Cat Pottery, we’ll release our final selection of Traudi’s ceramics from storage — 70+ masterpieces pit-fired with Traudi’s stunning glazes!

About the Artists
Although Angela Rowe grew up drawing and making objects, she took other career paths, working as an architectural historian, in arts administration, and managing high complexity global projects for IBM. Since 2013 Angela has focused on making art, maintaining a studio practice at ACME Art Studios since 2014.

Angela enjoys moving between the three freely based on which medium fits what she wants to say at a given time. Primarily a painter, Angela also works representationally with ceramics and papier-mâché. Her collage / mixed media work is largely non-representational. Regardless of the medium, all share her same intention of portraying things which are more than they superficially seem. Angela wants to suggest a story, show a certain light, a moment, a mood, a shared memory. She takes her own reference photos. These are images which said something to her.

After more than twenty years of trial practice, Karen Paden Crouch traded her law office for the welding shop and began learning direct metal sculpture. Despite a successful career advocating for clients, nothing has ever been so frightening and exciting to Karen as sharing her own artwork. Whether it is good or bad, understood or misunderstood, trite or significant, it has come from within her.

Karen works in bronze, copper and steel to create organic pieces for the house and garden. An avid gardener, Karen grounds her work in the structure and movement of living things. Although Karen begins with a vision, sometimes the very piece that sparked the idea will be the piece that gets cut out as the sculpture evolves. But Karen has always lived by instinct and, with assembled pieces and bronzes alike, the sculpture will tell her where to go if she is patient and listens.