North Raleigh Arts & Creative Theatre, otherwise known as NRACT, is located in the Greystone…read moreShopping Center in North Raleigh, located off of Lead Mine Rd. The shopping center is anchored by a Food Lion, so there is usually plenty of parking. It is to the right of Two Roosters Ice Cream and to the left of Greystone Recreation Center. The non-profit community theatre opened in 2002. I'm not sure exactly when I found this gem, but boy, has it changed since I started attending shows here. Seating was once all floor seats and has taken on many transformations since then. It currently has 8 rows of 12 seats, with row A being floor level and B-H as stadium seating, with an aisle in the middle. It has always been an intimate theatre, and you are never far from the stage. Besides the seating, professional-grade updates were made to both the lighting and technical side of things because of Liz Droessler. Ticket prices are reasonable, and there are reduced rates for educators, seniors and veterans. Seats are assigned, and the website makes it easy to select the seat you wish to sit in. Some of the seats are accessible. Tim Locklear became the managing artistic director in 2014. He welcomed me as well as those I introduced to this theatre. He strove to create an inclusive community and brought shows to venues I hadn't always heard of. He wasn't afraid to tackle the hot-topic shows and brought these issues to the forefront. These shows tackled alzheimer's, mental illness, PTSD, eugenics, abortion, race relations, and LGBTQ+ stories. Some of these shows were uncomfortable to watch, but the stories needed to be heard, and I left with a much better perspective. In 2022, NRACT won the NCTC Community Theatre Award for belonging, inclusion, and diversity. Tim retired in September 2025 but is still directing shows, most recently Boys in the Band. It is playing for a few more weeks if you want to see a deep show. The performances here are always high quality, from the talented performers to the sets and costumes. They've had Parade; Don't Bother Me, I can't Cope, Dot: Grown-Ups; Church and State; Next to Normal, Calendar Girls; Dogfight; Equus; Roe; Always Patsy Cline and Young Frankenstein are a few. If you want a story that stays with you, NRACT is where to go for meaningful theatre. It's the kind of place where you aren't just an anonymous seat number but a valued part of a community. Lormarev Jones recently took the helm as Managing Director, with Jess Barbour as Artistic Director, so I am excited to see what their energy brings to NRACT.

I grew up at this theatre and have watched it go from great to excellent. This hidden gem is…read morelocated in an inconspicuous place but that doesn't stop them from bringing in full houses. They produce a diverse array of polished and high energy productions. Very Strong sense of community with creative outlets for kids and teens as well. Check out their next production, you won't be disappointed!

I enjoyed my first event at the Cary Theater commemorating Juneteenth with Rhythm & Rhyme tonight…read more It felt like the Apollo stage in Harlem tonight. I invited a good friend who lives locally and enjoys the town's events, tonight I discovered why. Tickets were affordable at $7 with tax. Several poets and music artists came out to showcase their talents and it was well enjoyed. The popular triangle R&B band NIITO performed live and really tore the house down with their cover songs. This event was well organized and seating was plentiful. We grabbed balcony seats and really enjoyed having our own space away from the crowd. While parking is not plentiful, there are still a few lots and street parking to take advantage of. Come early, leave happy. I look forward to more events and possibly seeing a film here in the future.

I want to point out we didn't watch a movie but when we visited the coffee shop was open to the…read moretheater lobby so I wanted to check it out. There were several very sweet older ladies (likely volunteers) that I talked to about the theater and its history. The theater itself was the original in Cary and had been renovated a couple of times over the years. They have one screen that showed mostly art type films and have some live performances. I would go here if I was living here since it was a type of place that appeals to me. If you live there and haven't been I would recommend, if visiting and staying check it out.

Volunteering at Raleigh Little Theatre has been one of the best decisions I've made! I started a…read morecouple of months ago, and it's such a great deal; volunteer an hour or two of your time and you get to see the show for free. Win-win! But beyond the perks, I've genuinely been blown away by the talent, the sets, the lighting, and the overall production quality. The cast members are phenomenal, and the passion they bring to the stage is palpable. It truly feels like you're witnessing professional-grade theatre in an intimate community space. The experience is super comfortable too; concessions are available at great prices, the bathrooms are always clean, and the venue is accessible for those with vision or hearing needs, which really shows their commitment to being inclusive. Whether you're looking to volunteer or just catch a great show, Raleigh Little Theatre is an absolute gem. 10/10 Highly recommend!

I attended the Color Purple Musical this evening during opening weekend. I arrived an hour before…read moreshowtime to enjoy the Rose Garden after the rain showers. What an added bonus ! Parking in the Permit lot was fairly easy, however it is a One Way, and you must bring your patience when exiting after the show. Try to find nearby street parking to avoid a traffic jam. I was lucky to score an Orchestra seat front row in A6. The best seat in the house! Plenty of leg room, comfortable and the best view of the stage. I've never sat behind the Orchestra booth, so this was a treat ! This was my first visit to Little Raleigh Theatre and I am very impressed. This production was impeccable. Tia James did a phenomenal job directing. The cast was perfectly tailored to each character and I appreciated that. What a talented cast ! The music was beautiful and the set design blew me away !!! The acting was stellar ! This was in my honest opinion, better than the 2024 Warner Brothers film. By far! I am planning to return again soon. We laughed. We cried. We danced. We sang ! Much thanks to the staff who run a tight ship. Very organized and excellent customer service. I look forward to attending more performances in the near future. I recently discovered that they also offer acting/ vocal / dance classes for adults at any level. I am excited to enroll this fall and I'm happy to hear that they are bringing classes to convenient city park community centers. A dream come true for me to tap back into my talents and childhood interests.

Great local theater! Very clean, comfortable seating. My son had a performance there and it was a…read moregreat experience.

My wife and I rented this venue for $1500. The contract stipulates they will deliver the venue in…read morebroom clean condition. When we arrived it was filthy. We had to sweep and mop all the floors (you could write your name in the dust on the floors) there were dirty dishes and moldy fruit in the sink, thick, thick cobwebs, crumbs glitter and other filth on the chair (which had to be wiped down individually). We spent hours cleaning before we could even set up. We removed risers and chairs which we were to replace, however, because we left the building significantly cleaner than we found it we did not replicate the risers and chairs. The next business day I sent an email to the artistic director who argued with me that the building was in the condition it was when we picked up the keys. I did not inspect the building as I would never expect a reputable business to leave a venue that has been rented for $1500 in such filthy condition. He replied they would Just have to move the risers then. We have them a $500 check for damages. There were no damages to the building, but I found the checked cashed two days later. Sadly the phots don't do the filth justice.

This is such a hidden gem in Raleigh. It's a tiny theatre that produces live plays and…read moreentertainment. They post their schedule online and have flyers at the theater. We came here to see multiple plays such as Dracula, Santa land Diaries, and Hair. You can book your tickets online. They do offer military and student discounts. You just have to show proof that it applies to you upon arrival. They tend to sell out of most of their shows. They have an adorable concession stand that serves refreshments inside the lobby. There are quite a few great restaurants nearby, so this makes for a great date night!

Top quality entertainment for community theatre. Show choices are provocative and not your same old…read moresafe shows. We are season ticket holders and the price is right for an affordable date series. It helps us keep our commitment to make time for each other and dates. Lots of local places nearby for eats and drinks before or after the show. We really appreciate the awesome flexibility with scheduling the performances you want to attend. The best seats in the house are reserved for season ticket holders. There really isn't a bad seat in this small intimate theatre. The volunteers are fabulous! I highly recommend this Raleigh treasure to everyone. Visiting the area? You won't regret an evening at TiP. Concessions available from coffee, candy, wine and beer. Entrance is from NC State University campus into shared space with Pullen Arts Center at Pullen City Park. The art center is undergoing major renovations as is the TiP parking lot. This is currently an inconvenience (2020), but early communications detailing the situation and staff/volunteers manning the outside lot to direct you through the construction, makes it navigable. Have no fear! Theatre in the Park is open for business. The show must go on!

Over the last few years, my wife had her hip replaced and I had my knee replaced. As a result, we…read morehad gotten way out of shape. We were looking for a fun way to get back in shape and the gym wasn't it. Since we've enjoyed dancing we went looking for somewhere we could improve our dancing and ... get in shape. Now I admit it's only been a few months but we're having a ball ;-). We were fortunate to get Melanie as our instructor and she has been great with us. Patient, strong, fun are all words I'd use to describe Melanie. We'll never be competitive ballroom dancers but that wasn't our goal. The goal was to get into better shape and have fun. Mission in process of being accomplished. So, if you're looking for a GREAT group of people to join with to have a wonderful time while you're learning to dance, I couldn't recommend A Step to Gold and Melanie more highly.

It was just a series of things. They were moving, the owner took ill and prior to that didn't…read morerecord that I sent the money for the class and so when we showed up, the I stricter wasn't really an instructor but someone who could do in a pinch. We were promised a comped class and haven't heard anything. Ya know how you sometimes try things and it just didn't meet expectations? That was this.

Awesome experience for our 6 year old who just went to Camp for Footloose!! He is still singing and…read more"acting" a week later!!! It was amazing that the Director Blair and her team could put this production together in 5 days! We can't wait for another theatrical camp or trac out to see this 6 year " act and sing" again! Check this Raleigh Gem out!

From the owner: Raleigh ACT is an exclusive Children's Theatre that exists to help students develop self-confidence…read morewhile falling in love with theatre.

OMG! 31 new menu items! Fried pickles and street corn are my favs. Need more chips with street corn…read moretho. The crispy fried chicken with the slaw is huge and out CFA to shame. Try the new pizzas too. My fav is the street corn pizza. It will surprise you. The new chicken tenders are huge!! You can now get a 2 or 4 piece meal. Many new sauces to choose from.

I returned to Cinemark Bistro Raleigh after two years as that is one of the theaters showing Rental…read moreFamily. I don't see myself returning anytime soon, though. It takes me about 45 minutes to get there so it better be worth the drive. The lobby was remodeled, and some concessions are available to grab yourself. Then, when you get to the front of the line, it tells you which register to go to. The theater was actually clean, but some of the seats were still worn. The restrooms were still not clean enough and could use more attention. With all the staff working there, they had plenty of staff to keep the building clean.

My fiance and I started taking lessons for our upcoming wedding, and Dawn and Jim were wonderful…read moreabout getting us prepared for our big day! They are both patient, friendly, and terrific instructors. Dawn worked with us to choreograph a fun routine for our first dance, and we are looking forward to performing it at the wedding. We enjoy coming so much that we plan on continuing our lessons afterwards!

From the owner: We specialize in teaching American Style Ballroom Dancing.read more

We've been attending NC Symphony performances for quickly few years. We have given donations. Were…read morethinking about giving a more substantial donation this year. That is on hold. You ask why. We attend the Gladys Knight concert. She was sick, hence a no-show. No announcement prior to the concert by email. No notice to the audience before the concert in the auditorium. Tonight, we went to the music of Queen. It was just plain bad. To start, it was too loud. The sound equipment couldn't handle the volume. The output was overmodulated and distorted. I couldn't understand the singer and the electronic instruments sounded like mud. I'm sure the volume of the sound was well past OSHA limits. When we left early the staff mentioned there were similar complaints about the same concert the night before. What has happened?

If you need something to add to your bucket list, it's this!! This is my second time in a month…read moregoing to watch the symphony and each time it has left me in awe. Tonight I got to see/hear Star Wars:The empire strikes back in concert. One word, amazing! In terms of the place itself it felt incredibly safe even with the large crowd. As soon as you walk in you walk through a metal detector and only small purses are allowed in the vicinity .The staff is incredibly friendly and helped us find our seats quickly. Inside it felt cold to me so I advise to bring a jacket if you get cold easily. The bathroom was very clean especially with how many people were at the concert. I did not purchase anything but there was a bar/concession stand inside as well.