The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater is a beautifully-restored treasure listed on the National Register of Historic Places that offers visitors a unique and visually stunning experience. The theater is located at 315 North Chestnut Street in the heart of downtown Lumberton. First opened in 1928 as a vaudeville and silent film house, the theater offers a wide array of programming including live touring performances, original productions, art exhibits, films, special events and rentals.

Events

Summer Theater Boot Camp

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

The Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater in downtown Lumberton will hold its “Summer Theater Boot Camp” July 15 through 20. The six-day artistic intensive program, ending with a culminating revue […]

Carolina Comedy Jam

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

THIRD COMIC JUST ADDED = MORE LAUGHS FOR YOUR DOLLARS! Annie Witter is a comic who’s a New Yorker by nature but now calls Wilmington, NC home. She’s been on […]

$15 – $30

Annual Christmas Show Auditions

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the year! The Carolina Civic Center hosts AUDITIONS for the region’s BEST CHRISTMAS SHOW "The 13th annual Robeson County Christmas Show." An original production […]

A Night of Silent Film and Organ Music with Mark Andersen

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

A Fundraiser for the Robeson County Arts Council The theater's "Mighty Morton" organ is featured during a special evening of new and classic silent film as well as nostalgic tunes […]

$15 – $20

Christmas School Show Reservations Start 1pm Sept. 5!

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

THE SCHOOL SHOW FLYER CAN BE DOWNLOADED BY FOLLOWING THIS LINK:  School Show 2024 flyer Dear Teachers, At 1:00 pm, Thursday, September 5, we will officially begin taking reservations for […]

The Drifters

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Our season opener! The Drifters - Rock & Roll Hall of Famers 7pm Friday September 13 Up on the Roof.  Under the Boardwalk.  This Magic Moment. There Goes My Baby.  […]

$15 – $30

FUNDRAISER: Bluegrass with Caroline Owens & New Company

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Annual Bluegrass on the Blackwater Concert:  Caroline Owens & New Company 7pm Thursday October 17 is Now a Fundraiser for Hurricane Relief IMPORTANT UPDATE: This special annual event has been converted into […]

$15 – $20

Comedian & “Moonshiner” Killer Beaz

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

This is a special rental event and tickets can be purchased by following this link: https://events.eventgroove.com/event/Killer-Beaz-Live-At-The-Carolina-Civic-Theatre-101523?redir=1 Comedian & “Moonshiner” Killer Beaz Coming to Lumberton, NC - Best Buzz in Town! […]

$35

Annual Robeson County Christmas Show

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

Annual Robeson County Christmas Show 7pm Friday December 6 1pm Saturday December 7 7pm Saturday December 7 3pm Sunday December 8 7pm Friday December 13 1pm Saturday December 14 7pm […]

$15 – $30

Fanny’s Friends Fundraiser

Carolina Civic Center 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton

On Thursday, January 9, 2025 A group of musicians will gather at the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater for a gala night of music and fun to benefit a wonderful […]

$20