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Funds raised support the festival’s mission of presenting sophisticated LGBTQ+ film in Durham  DURHAM, September 7, 2022 — The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s OUTSOUTH Queer Film Festival raised more than $69,000. Funds raised from the festival support the film festival and the historic nonprofit theater. The festival happened August 11-14, with an Après-Festival following on […]

Inaugural “Dancing With The Carolina Stars” event brings hundreds into the historic theater   DURHAM, NC — May 31, 2022 — The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s inaugural fundraiser, “Dancing With The Carolina Stars” raised more than $98,000. Funds raised from the event will support the historic nonprofit theater’s continual building improvements and educational programs.  “Dancing With […]

NC Native to Host Dancing With The Carolina Stars Fundraiser   DURHAM, NC — April 26, 2022 — North Carolina singer, Clay Aiken will host the Carolina Theatre of Durham’s fundraiser, Dancing With The Carolina Stars on Monday, May 16 at 7 pm.   Aiken found fame in 2003 as a singer on “American Idol.” He has […]

Event to Feature Local Durham Celebrities Paired with Professional Dancers to Support the Theater DURHAM, NC — MARCH 23, 2022 — The Carolina Theatre of Durham will host “Dancing With The Carolina Stars” on Monday, May 16 at 7 pm. The event is a fundraiser to support the Carolina Theatre, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. “Dancing With […]

DURHAM, NC – (March 29, 2021) – The Carolina Theatre of Durham welcomes everyone “Back To The Theatre!” Though, not quite yet… Since January 1, 2021, the historic venue has been temporarily closed due to the ongoing pandemic. The Board of Trustees of Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc. and president & CEO, Randy McKay are […]

The Carolina Theatre is offering virtual cinema again so you can enjoy films at home and support the nonprofit that manages downtown Durham’s historic showplace. Starting Wednesday, March 17 fans can view a variety of films from home through the venue’s website and help raise funds for the Carolina Theatre. Ticket prices vary per film. […]

As 2020 draws to its close, Carolina Theatre of Durham, Inc., the nonprofit that operates the city-owned venue, has launched its annual campaign for support. Below is a letter from the board chair requesting contributions prior to January 1. Dear Supporter, The Carolina Theatre is one of the cultural jewels of North Carolina. Since the […]

DURHAM, NC — (September 23, 2020) — Since the start of the pandemic, trivia host Arturo Sanchez has staged online editions of the quiz games he normally hosts in-person at Durham establishments Bull McCabe’s Irish Pub and Fullsteam Brewery on Wednesdays and Thursdays respectively. In addition to providing a safe and fun activity for those […]

The Carolina Theatre isn’t allowed to re-open yet, but you can enjoy virtual cinema at home and support the nonprofit that manages downtown Durham’s historic showplace. Starting Friday, July 24 fans can view a variety of first-run films at home through the venue’s website and help raise funds for the Carolina Theatre. A portion of […]

You already have Retro on the brain, so why not drop the pretense and make it official (and literal)? Buy a Retro Film Series denim hat — with an embroidered, multi-color popcorn logo — and support the Carolina Theatre of Durham. A hat costs $25 (plus shipping, if you choose mail delivery). Want a reminder […]