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Feb 1 - Apr 17, 2024

Confronting Change Exhibit 10th Anniversary Celebration

Registrations are closed
Standby tickets may be available the day of the event starting at 7:00pm

Join the Carolina Theatre of Durham as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of our powerful Confronting Change exhibit. The exhibit is dedicated to the Civil Rights Movement in Durham and the protestors that advocated for the desegregation of the Carolina Theatre. The event will feature a short documentary screening, a reception, and a panel discussion by several of the original protestors.

Events connected to this event include:

Show Way the Musical
Tuesday, April 23 at 10:00 am & 11:30 am, Carolina Theatre, Fletcher Hall
This event is part of our Arts Discovery Educational Series
Ticketed Event

Confronting Change Exhibit 10th Anniversary Event
Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 7:00 pm, Carolina Theatre, Fletcher Hall
Free to attend.

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING CORPORATE SPONSORS

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS

Taking “no” for an answer was not an option for the heroes that lined Durham streets in peaceful protest in the 1960s. This exhibit tells the story of the desegregation of the Carolina Theater and the people dedicated to making certain their theater, and their community, had equal access for all.

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Members of the committee mingle during the opening of the Confronting Change exhibit.

Willie Burt, in memorium

Claudine Daye Lewis

Jacqueline Davis Jones

Walter Jackson

Vivian McCoy

Betty Rhodes

Alice Sharpe

Kaye Sullivan

Andre Vann

Carl Whisenton, in memorium

Vera Whisenton

A decade ago, the Carolina Theatre of Durham’s Civil Rights Committee, composed of community leaders and individuals with lived experiences fought for the desegregation of the theater, came together to ensure that the theater’s history would never be forgotten through the creation of a historical exhibit called “Confronting Change.”

“Confronting Change” shares the story of the youth protestors that successfully desegregated the Carolina Theatre in the 1960s after years of protest. The exhibit includes photos, news reels, and bios on the protesters and their experiences. In 2024, we will commemorate the 10th anniversary of the exhibit and its lasting effect on our community.

The deadline to receive printed marketing benefits is March 8, to be included in signage for the event. Donations may still be made after the deadline.

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Individual Giving Levels & Benefits

  • Donor’s name added to the wall in the Confronting Change exhibit
  • Donor’s name listed on the event webpage
  • Donor’s name listed in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Donor’s name included in Confronting Change emails
  • Four (4) tickets to the VIP reception on April 17, 2024
  • Donor’s name added to the wall in the Confronting Change exhibit
  • Donor’s name listed on the event webpage
  • Donor’s name listed in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Two (2) tickets to the VIP reception on April 17, 2024
  • Donor’s name added to the wall in the Confronting Change exhibit
  • Donor’s name listed on the event webpage
  • Donor’s name listed in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Donor’s name listed on the event webpage
  • Donor receives a commemorative Confronting Change brochure
  • Donor’s name listed on the event webpage

Corporate Sponsorship Levels & Benefits

  • 10 tickets to the VIP reception
  • Speaking opportunity at the anniversary event
  • Private tour with one of the Civil Rights Committee member(s) involved in the theater protests
  • Donor’s name added to the exhibit wall
  • Your logo/name on the Carolina Theatre homepage
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change documentary credits
  • Your logo/name included in Confronting Change emails
  • Social media post about your support
  • 8 tickets to the VIP reception
  • Donor’s name added to the exhibit wall
  • Your logo/name on the Carolina Theatre webpage
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change documentary credits
  • Your logo/name included in Confronting Change emails
  • Social media post about your support
  • 6 tickets to the VIP reception
  • Donor’s name added to the exhibit wall
  • Your logo/name on the Carolina Theatre webpage
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Your logo/name included in Confronting Change emails
  • Social media post about your support
  • 4 tickets to the VIP reception
  • Donor’s name added to the exhibit wall
  • Your logo/name on the Carolina Theatre webpage
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Your logo/name included in Confronting Change emails
  • Social media post about your support
  • 2 tickets to the VIP reception
  • Donor’s name added to the exhibit wall
  • Your logo/name on the Carolina Theatre webpage
  • Your logo/name in the Confronting Change brochure
  • Your logo/name included in Confronting Change emails
  • Social media post about your support