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| | Summer Showcase '26
Saturday, August 15 @10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3:30pm
All tickets $5
Come and delight in the joys of dance as our students show us what they've learned! Summer Showcase is a fun, no pressure time for students to practice being on stage using fun props and music. | Buy tickets |
| | International Cultural Festival
Saturday, September 12, 11:00AM - 4:00PM
Free Community Event
This annual celebration of community diversity promises to be a day of experiences: international foods, kids’ activities, wonderful performances, and opportunities to learn about different countries. Join us for a great day experiencing cultures beyond our borders! | Buy tickets |
| | 1776: The Musical
presented by the Southern Wake Players
Friday & Saturday, September 25 & 26 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, September 27 at 2:00PM
Tickets: $15 Adults; $13 Seniors & Students
Book by Peter Stone; Music & Lyrics by Sherman Edwards
It’s the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence… if only our founding fathers can agree to do it! The musical follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the members of the Second Continental Congress to vote for independence from Great Britain.
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| | Icons of Jazz: The Sister Moon Project
Friday, November 6, 7:30PM
All Tickets: $24
The Sister Moon Project is a dynamic six-piece ensemble of today’s most celebrated and world-renowned musicians as they reimagine the timeless music of Sting and The Police through a fresh and electrifying contemporary jazz lens. From the driving rhythms of The Police to the lyrical beauty of Sting’s solo catalog, the group performs a captivating live experience that illuminates the depth, groove, and poetry of one of the most influential songbooks of our time. Ft. Grace Kelly (Sax), Chrissi Poland (Vocals) and Christian Tamburr (Vibraphone). | Buy tickets |
| | Noche Flamenca
Saturday, November 7, 7:30PM
All Tickets: $22
Escape the everyday and let your spirit soar to the heart of southern Spain. Join us for Eduardo’s Flamenco Night, an evocative musical journey that brings the soul-stirring traditions of Andalucía straight to the Fuquay-Varina Arts Center.
Experience the fiery intensity of palos flamencos—the traditional styles of flamenco—performed with breathtaking skill. From intricate, soaring guitar melodies to infectious, rhythmic joy, this evening is designed to transport you across the ocean.
It’s a world-class cultural experience, right here in our own backyard. Don't miss this vibrant night of music, movement, and magic! | Buy tickets |
| | Fuquay Film Festival
Friday, November 13, 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Saturday, November 14, 9:00AM - 8:00PM
All Festival Pass, good for all activities both days: $20
Calling all movie Lovers! The 4th Fuquay Film Festival is landing at the Arts Center in mid-November. We're bringing together an incredible mix of short films from across thecountry, and we can't wait to share them with you.
Want to get behind the scenes? Join us for workshops, panels, and so much more! With our All Festival Pass you get full acess to everything--you decide what your perfect festival looks like. Come hang out with us, support emerging filmmakers, and celebrate the magic of the movies!
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| | The Embers Holiday Show
Wednesday, November 25, 7:30PM
All Seats $22
Looking for the perfect way to kick off the holidays? Join us for an evening with The Embers! They are the absolute icons of Carolina beach music and they’re bringing their world-famous holiday show back to Fuquay-Varina. Led by Craig Woolard, this band is all about feel-good vibes, rhythm & blues, and pure holiday cheer. Come grab a seat, enjoy the music, and get into the spirit of the season with us! | Buy tickets |
| | Fuquay Varina Chorale Holiday Show
Blessings
Friday, December 4, 7:30PM
Saturday, December 5, 2:00PM
Saturday, December 5, 7:30PM
All Tickets: $12
Join the Fuquay-Varina Chorale as they turn the stage into a winter wonderland of sound. It's more than just a performance; it's a celebration of our community.
Whether you're looking for a peaceful evening of beautiful music or a festive outing to share wiht the kids, this is the perfect way to celebrate together. Come for the soaring harmonies, stay for the holiday spirit, and let our community's voices fill your heart this season! | Buy tickets |
| | Gerald Parker Jazz Orchestra Holiday Show
Saturday, December 19, 7:30PM
All Tickets: $10
Bring some sparkle to your holiday season with the Gerald Parker Jazz Orchestra. An Arts Center staple since 2019, GPJO transforms the theatre into a festive wonderland of sound. From high-energy swing to enchanting holiday favorites, this local big band weaves together a beautiful tapestry of music that captures the true spirit of the season. Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and song! | Buy tickets |
| | Icons of Jazz: Make Someone Happy
A Celebration of the Great American Crooners
featuring Danny Sinoff and the Christian Tamburr Trio
Thursday, February 11, 7:30PM
All Tickets: $24
Danny Sinoff believes that music should move people, not just impress them. A veteran of the stage and club circuit, Sinoff brings over three decades of experience to the Great American Songbook, treating every performance as an act of honest communication. Whether he is at the piano or behind the microphone, his approach is stripped of ego and focused entirely on the soul of the song. We invite you to join us for an evening of swing and sincerity—where the music speaks, and the audience feels every note.
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| | Icons of Jazz: I Wish
The music of Withers, Wonder & Warwick, featuring Wendy Moten and the Christian Tamburr Trio
Friday, March 12, 7:30PM
All Seats $24
Get ready to be swept away by the powerhouse vocals of Wendy Moten! Celebrating icons like Stevie Wonder, Adele, and Linda Ronstadt, Wendy brings her genre-defying style to the stage for a night of pure, unadulterated soul. From her hit songs on The Voice to a soulful tribute to Bill Withers and Dionne Warwick, this show is designed to be felt in your heart and heard in every corner of the room. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of a woman who refused to be anything but herself—and who will leave you cheering for more. | Buy tickets |