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September 7

Carolina Theatre of Durham Reopens for Live Events

September lineup includes national comedians and musicians Durham, NC September 7, 2021—After nearly 18 months, the Carolina Theatre of Durham has reopened for live events. The non-profit historic theater launched its first local event last Thursday with Durham-based Mallarmé Chamber Players and bluegrass band, Hank, Pattie & The Current. The theater’s September lineup includes comedians […]

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August 23

Negative COVID-19 Test Or Vaccination Required by the Carolina Theatre

As the Delta variant spreads throughout North Carolina, the nonprofit theater looks to keep its patrons safe Durham, NC August 23, 2021—The Carolina Theatre of Durham announced that effective October 4, 2021, proof of a negative Covid-19 test taken within 72 hours of an event or proof of a full COVID-19 vaccination is required for […]

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July 16

Carolina Theatre To Reopen With State-Of-The-Art Health & Safety Upgrades

The Carolina Theatre is thrilled to welcome guests back for film! Our management has always taken the safety and health of all staff and guests very seriously. We’ve followed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and North Carolina Health and Human Services (NCHHS) guidelines in preparing our venue for reopening. CTD, together with the […]

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October 8

Carolina Theatre To Reopen With Added Public Health Precautions

We’re very happy to welcome guests back to the Carolina Theatre for film. We’ve missed you! Our management has always taken the safety and health of all staff and guests very seriously. We’ve followed Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and North Carolina Health and Human Services (NCHHS) guidelines in preparing our venue for […]

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October 2

Carolina Theatre of Durham To Reopen For Film Screenings October 9

(DURHAM, NC — October 2, 2020) — It’s been nearly seven months since movie fans of the Triangle could come to the Carolina Theatre of Durham for the very best in repertory and independent film. That’s about to change. The Carolina Theatre  will reopen for film screenings on Friday, October 9, leading with seasonal favorite […]

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Recent Posts

  • The Carolina Theatre of Durham Raises More than $98,000 at Fundraiser
  • The Wait Wait Stand-Up Tour Comes to the Carolina Theatre on July 15
  • Please Don’t Destroy Live Comes to the Carolina Theatre on August 19
  • The Carolina Theatre of Durham’s Retro Film Series Celebrates 25 Years

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