Community Calendar

Discover the power of original art at "Faces, Figures, and Interiors" Exhibition and Sale. Each piece offers a unique story, crafted by the artist’s hand, bringing authenticity, emotion, and depth to your space. Buying original art supports living artists, enriches your environment, and connects you to a one-of-a-kind creative journey. Own something truly special.

WHQR is celebrating journalism and our service to the community with a wonderful fundraising luncheon on Thursday, May 22 at 12 pm at the Hotel Ballast in downtown Wilmington.

You can join a WHQR table or host your own. We ask for a suggested donation of $125 or more per guest at the luncheon or a host may choose to cover the $1,250 goal for the table and invite friends (payable by cash, check or credit card) . To join a table as an individual (s), email Mary Bradley and indicate the names of who would like to come. If you'd like to host a table, you can also email Mary for more information.

Corporate sponsorships are also available!

It's the perfect way to promote your business in front of approximately 500 of our supporters and we are sure Leila will be a great speaker. Click HERE for more information or contact Jeff Hunter with questions.

"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!"

Showtimes
Dates: Friday May 16, 2025 - Sunday May 25, 2025

Friday - Saturday Time: 7:30 pm
Sunday Time: 2:00 pm

Location
Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
https://www.thalianhall.org/when-you-visit

LEGALLY BLONDE
Music and Lyrics by LAURENCE O’KEEFE and NELL BENJAMIN Book by HEATHER HACH
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Golden-Mayer motion picture

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school.

Big Dawg Productions is proud to present “What the Constitution Means to Me”, running May 22-25 and May 29-June 1 at the Ruth and Bucky Stein Theater in Thalian Hall.
Playwright Heidi Schreck’s boundary-breaking play breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans. Fifteen-year-old Heidi earned her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate competitions across the United States. In this humorous, hopeful and achingly human play, she resurrects her teenage self in order to trace the profound relationship between four generations of women in her family and the founding document that shaped their lives. The play delves into the document's meaning, its history, and its relevance to contemporary issues, sparking critical discussions about American society and its values.
Schreck's personal stories and family anecdotes bring the Constitution to life, making it relatable and human.
The play addresses current events and debates, encouraging audiences to consider the Constitution's impact on their own lives and the nation.
The production includes a live debate segment, engaging audiences and prompting reflection on the Constitution's meaning and relevance.
The play offers a valuable opportunity for audiences to explore American history, civic engagement, and the power of the Constitution, through an evening of poignant and entertaining storytelling.
For tickets, please call the Thalian Hall Box Office at (910) 632-2285 or visit the following link: https://www.thalianhall.org/bdp-constitution-25

Firedance, hoop, flow and drum to the rhythms of your soul and let your spirit rise in the flames

Discover the power of original art at "Faces, Figures, and Interiors" Exhibition and Sale. Each piece offers a unique story, crafted by the artist’s hand, bringing authenticity, emotion, and depth to your space. Buying original art supports living artists, enriches your environment, and connects you to a one-of-a-kind creative journey. Own something truly special.

On Friday, May 23rd at 6:00 pm in CFCC Union Station Auditorium, a free concert of music by local composers will be presented, featuring Barbara Gallagher, Julia Walker Jewell, and Algernon Robinson, performed by Mary Gheen; Carter Jewell Hammerski, Annie and Isabelle Jewell (pictured); Roy Robuck; Rebecka Rose; Helena Spencer; and Laura York. Part of the "ComposerWorks" concert series, the program is expected to last around 45 minutes and is close to the Fourth Friday Gallery Walk venues, thus making a melodious musical "prelude" to the visual art offerings by local artists in downtown Wilmington. For more information, please contact Barbara Gallagher at (910) 232-1653 or CFCC Department of Fine Arts and Humanities.

Showtimes
Dates: Friday May 16, 2025 - Sunday May 25, 2025

Friday - Saturday Time: 7:30 pm
Sunday Time: 2:00 pm

Location
Thalian Hall
310 Chestnut Street
https://www.thalianhall.org/when-you-visit

LEGALLY BLONDE
Music and Lyrics by LAURENCE O’KEEFE and NELL BENJAMIN Book by HEATHER HACH
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Golden-Mayer motion picture

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school.