Support Us Button Widget

Carolina Theatre announces reopening date

Theater is so back. After closing in 1978, the Carolina Theatre in Uptown Charlotte will host ticketed events and shows starting Monday, March 24.

A view of the painted murals inside the Carolina Theatre.

The iconic Uptown theatre was restored by Foundation For The Carolinas.

Photo by Tommy McCart, courtesy of Carolina Theatre.

Carolina Theatre proves that the show must go on.

The historic Carolina Theatre reopening date is now set after being closed for nearly 50 years. Join the ribbon-cutting celebration on Monday, March 24 at 3 p.m., followed by a free Open House until 7 p.m.

Upcoming events at the Carolina Theatre

Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO)
Following the Open House, the CSO will take the stage on Friday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m. Did you know? The CSO had its inaugural performance at the Carolina Theatre in 1932.

Mark and Maggie O’Connor
The first ticketed event in half a century will feature these Grammy Award-winning musicians on Saturday, March 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $37.

Charlotte SHOUT!
The kickoff for the annual celebration of art and culture will feature a keynote presentation by AI leader Noelle Russell on April 3 at 6 p.m. Tickets start at $28.

More from CLTtoday
The Duke Blue Devils will face the Texas Longhorns on Tuesday, Nov. 4 at Spectrum Center to honor Hall of Fame broadcaster, Dick Vitale.
The pedestrian bridge will cross I-277 and link the South End and Uptown areas, allowing for a more walkable metropolitan area.
The concept from a professional skateboarder and Michelin-starred chef brings burgers and fries to Uptown’s The Alley at Latta Arcade.
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
Blumenthal Arts has unveiled its new private lounge, ready for guests to upgrade their night at the theater.
The 4.5-acre urban park will feature walking trails, covered picnic space, a playground, sprayground, and dog park.
On the rocks, neat, dirty, frozen, or zero proof — we’re spilling the Long Island iced tea on the best spots to grab a drink after work in Charlotte.
If approved, the transportation tax could generate $19.4 billion for road improvement and public transportation projects across Mecklenburg County.
The exhibitions will be included with general admission at Discovery Place Science in Uptown Charlotte.
Whether you’re looking for a quirky hobby to try, hoping to meet new people, or just looking to let off some steam, axe throwing may be a good way to do just that.