My Time To Shine - Auditions
2026-02-19 08:00 - 2026-02-22 14:30 (America/New_York)
Deadline Extended!!!
Think you’ve got what it takes to win?
Our 12th Annual Talent Competition is back… bigger, bolder, and more competitive than ever. From powerhouse vocalists and electrifying dancers to jaw-dropping instrumentalists, all talent categories are welcome.
Auditions will determine who earns a coveted spot on our stage, where the best of the best will battle it out for over $2,800 in CASH PRIZES. Bring your skill. Bring your confidence. Bring your A-game. The spotlight is waiting, and the prize money is real!
AUDITIONS:
*February 19th (6 pm)
*February 22nd (2 pm)
A completed application and fee are required to audition. All applications and the non-refundable $20 registration fee (PayPal/Cash/Debit) must be submitted by 6pm Feb. 17th.
Applications and Payments:
**Complete your application online and email it to Jonathan@CarolinaCivicCenter.com, and then pay your registration fee with our secure link by visiting the link below. You may also drop off your application in the theaters side-door mailbox on our 4th street side entrance of the theater anytime.
**Stop by our box-office to complete your application in person (1-5:30pm) (Monday or Tuesday) by entering through our 4th street side door.

For inquires pertaining to the show and auditions, or to pay your application fee over the phone, contact Jonathan at 910-738-4339, ext. 2, or email him at Jonathan@CarolinaCivicCenter.com
But it’s more than a competition, it’s a great show!
2026 MTTS AUDITION APPLICATION-2
Click here to pay your APPLICATION FEE

If the payment link above does not work, please email your application and phone number to Jonathan@CarolinaCivicCenter.com and someone will call you shortly for over-the-phone payment.

Hairspray Auditions!
2026-02-20 17:00 - 2026-02-21 13:00 | Carolina Civic Center, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, 28358, United States
Directed by Kendrix Singletary, Hairspray is a high-energy musical set in 1962 Baltimore that follows Tracy Turnblad, a big-hearted, plus-size teenager with a passion for dancing and a belief in equality. Tracy dreams of appearing on The Corny Collins Show, a popular local TV dance program. When she finally earns a spot on the show, her talent and infectious spirit quickly make her a star, and challenge the show’s rigid beauty standards. As Tracy’s popularity grows, she uses her newfound platform to speak out against racial segregation on the program, which only allows Black dancers to appear once a month on “Negro Day.” With the help of her best friend Penny, heartthrob Link Larkin, and her supportive mother Edna, Tracy stands up to the show’s discriminatory producer, Velma Von Tussle, and her spoiled daughter Amber. Facing backlash, arrest, and public opposition, Tracy refuses to give up. In the end, her courage and determination help bring about integration on The Corny Collins Show, proving that change is possible when people stand up for what’s right. Hairspray celebrates individuality, acceptance, and the power of young voices to inspire social progress, all set to an upbeat, dance-filled score.
AUDITION DATES:
*Friday, February 20th (6:00pm or 6:30pm)
*Saturday, February 21st (11:00am)
CALLBACKS/DANCE AUDITION: Saturday, February 21st (1pm) *you will be notified after your audition if you are needed at this mandatory callback/dance audition. A change of appropriate clothing is recommended.
PERFORMANCE DATES: June 10th – June 14th
AUDITION APPLICATION (Click Here): Print, complete, and bring this application to your audition. Applications will also be available at auditions.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: All auditioning for a principal role should come prepared to sing a song by that character. All others auditioning should come prepared to sing a song of their choice, and one that displays their range and vocal ability. (Broadway Musical Preferred) **A laptop will be available for you to YouTube your preferred track for your audition. You may also bring in a USB drive with your music track as well. Instrumental/no lead vocals.
If you cannot make the in-person auditions, please print and complete the audition form and email it along with a video of yourself singing your desired character song to Jonathan@CarolinaCivicCenter.com. At the beginning of the video please state your name, age, something interesting about yourself, and the character you’re auditioning for.
For inquires pertaining to the show or auditions, please contact the Stage Manager Jonathan Brewington at 910-738-4339 Ext.2, or Jonathan@CarolinaCivicCenter.com

Stories and Sounds Downtown with Diana Washington
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Carolina Civic Center, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, 28358, United States
Presented by Friends of Main Street Lumberton with support from the Carolina Civic Center and Historic Theater

This is a free event, the first in the 3 part series Stories and Sounds Downtown.
Sunday February 22 3 PM in the lobby of the beautiful Carolina Civic Center.

International gospel singer, songwriter, praise and worship leader Diana Washington Collins. Diana has been featured as one of the singing ensemble for the past two years of our popular Robeson County Christmas Show.

The Country Gentlemen Show
2026-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Carolina Civic Center, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, 28358, United States
Annual Bluegrass on the Blackwater Concert: The Country Gentlemen Show
7pm Thursday March 12
Few names in the bluegrass world are as celebrated as The Country Gentlemen. Their harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary styles has made a lasting impact on the genre. Today, The Country Gentlemen Show, composed of talented musicians, carries the legacy of honoring the original band’s music and spirit.
While the band honors the past, it also looks to the future. Their album “Yesterday and Tomorrow” is a testament to this, featuring new, original material that stays true to the style of the original Country Gentlemen. This project, especially poignant following Bill Yates’s passing, shows the band’s commitment to evolving while respecting the roots from which they grew.
Tickets are $20 adults and $15 students. This performance is partially underwritten by a grant from the Robeson County Arts Council.
Ticketing Information
Tickets for the Mainstage Series can be purchased on-line by going to our website at www.carolinaciviccenter.com. Tickets also can be purchased in-person or with credit card or cash 1 to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday through our administrative offices in the theater’s second floor (enter on Fourth Street side), or by calling the Civic Center at (910) 738-4339. When available, tickets can also be purchased at the door. Theater lobby box office opens for ticket sales one hour prior to performance.

Give My Regards to Broadway! Dinner & Organ Concert
2026-03-26 17:30 - 21:00 | Carolina Civic Center, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, 28358, United States
The Robeson County Arts Council and the Carolina Civic Center are excitedly teaming up to present “Give My Regards To Broadway!” Enjoy an evening of Broadway favorites on the theater’s Mighty Morton organ, performed by master of the keys Mark Andersen. In support of the Arts in Robeson County, join us for an enchanting evening featuring organ music, exquisite cuisine, a thoughtfully curated silent auction, and a lively theater singalong. Come sing with us and you get to be the star!
Dinner and silent auction will be in the new The Carolina Ballroom and the concert will be in the theater. Mark’s performances are popular so be sure to purchase your tickets early while they last and be rewarded with an evening of culinary and musical delight!
Social Hour 5:30pm – Dinner 6:15pm, organ concert to follow.
Reserved tables for 8 guests are available for purchase. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at 910-738-4339, calling Joy at 910-736-4686, or online HERE

Annual My Time to Shine Talent Competition
2026-04-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Carolina Civic Center, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, 28358, United States
Annual My Time to Shine Talent Competition
7pm Saturday April 11
The very popular and competitive competition will feature approximately 20 contestants competing in all categories of talent, from singing and dancing to instrumental and more. Auditions were held to determine qualifying contestants to showcase on the theater’s stage. The winner of this year’s competition will receive a $2,000 cash prize, with second place receiving $500 and third place $250. Additionally, a People’s Choice Award will be chosen based on ticket sales for each contestant and donations made during purchase checkout.
Tickets for the competition are $20 general seating and can be purchased anytime on-line by visiting www.carolinaciviccenter.com. Tickets also can be purchased in-person or with credit card or cash 1 – 5:30 pm Monday through Friday through the theater’s administrative offices, or by calling (910) 738-4339.

Summer Musical: Hairspray
2026-06-10 19:00 - 2026-06-14 18:00 | Carolina Civic Center, 315 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, 28358, United States
Summer Musical: Hairspray
7pm Wednesday June 10
7pm Thursday June 11
7pm Friday June 12
1pm Saturday June 13 7pm Saturday June 13
3pm Sunday June 14
Directed by the theater’s resident artist, Kendrix Singletary, in the spectacular, special way that audiences have come to expect from the artistic team at the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater. The 1950s are out, and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical, piled bouffant-high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. Hairspray is a musical based on John Waters’ 1988 film about a teenager named Tracy Turnblad who dreams of dancing on a local TV Show in 1962 Baltimore.
Tickets: Individuals $30, Seniors (60+) and Military $27. Students $15. Group discount rates of $25 each for groups of 10 or more when purchased in advance are available by contacting the box office. Season Tickets: Purchase tickets to all 6 events of the season at the same time through our box office to receive a 20% discount. *The seats in the back half of the balcony may have an obstructed view. Balcony seating requires walking up SIGNIFICANT Stairs with no elevator access. ***We do not guarantee the authenticity of tickets purchased from any third party reseller and recommend that you purchase tickets directly through our box office, etix.com or our website to ensure ticket authenticity and pricing.***
Ticketing Information
Tickets for the Mainstage Series can be purchased on-line by going to our website at www.carolinaciviccenter.com. Tickets also can be purchased in-person or with credit card or cash 1 to 5:30 pm Monday through Friday through our administrative offices in the theater’s second floor (enter on Fourth Street side), or by calling the Civic Center at (910) 738-4339. When available, tickets can also be purchased at the door. Theater lobby box office opens for ticket sales one hour prior to performance.
