October 27th - Carolina Theatre Annual Benefit - 7:30pm - live music and entertainment - $10 adults, $7.50 students, $5 under 12yrs



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All these and other events held at the Carolina Theatre are Carolina Theatre Preservation Association, Inc. Fundraising Events

ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE BY CALLING Millie at Hunter Construction at 828-765-7780 OR BY STOPPING BY THE CAROLINA THEATRE ("Lower Street", downtown Spruce Pine) JUST BEFORE THE SHOW or at HUNTER CONSTRUCTION at 300 TEMPIE MTN. RD (just past Stamey's on 19E on right and then up 1/4 mi)

The Future

Our future depends upon our awareness of the past. The value we place upon our heritage and how well we preserve it, will be the benchmark for generations to come. (Eldredge)

Once the decision to purchase The Carolina Theatre was finalized, The Carolina Theatre Preservation Association, Inc. (CTPA), a 501(c)3 non-profit charity organization, was formed and plans and goals where put in place.

The Ultimate Goal is:

To revitalize and generate increased economic development in a small mountain town
To restore and preserve The Carolina Theatre
To retain its nostalgic uniqueness and transform it into a first class entertainment facility
To provide a showcase for our heritage and increase awareness of a variety of venues
To provide a location for live stage performances
To attract notable speakers,
To present concerts, films and art exhibitions for the public
To provide a setting for educational presentations
To provide a relaxed environment for public and private assembly
To attract the interest of tourist visiting North Carolina
Fundraising events will be held to generate awareness and interest. Thus providing opportunities for individuals, companies and foundations to become involved and lend their financial support to our cultural event attraction facility.

How Can We Obtain this Goal?

By providing a show case for our heritage and increase our awareness of other cultures.
By providing a wide variety of venues showcasing music of all types, live stage performances, art events, DVD presentations and Educational opportunities for all ages.
By providing a place for our abundant treasure of local talent to let their light shine.
By providing a place for public and private gatherings of all kinds.
By providing opportunities for our young people to remain here and prosper if they so choose.
By providing a place that makes visitors to our area feel welcome, relaxed, entertained, and want to come back.
By providing a place that local folks will fell a sense of pride and ownership in. Define the steps that will need to be taken to reach our goal.