The Old Theater

The Old Theater is a community theatre and event venue in Oriental, North Carolina, available to hire for civic, cultural, educational and other short-term events. Its traditional auditorium and performance stage make it a fitting setting for plays, concerts, talks, film screenings, workshops and community programmes. The venue also hosts its own programme of live performances, cinema and arts events throughout the year.

Organisers can enquire about hiring the theatre for a one-off or short run. The space is suited to events with a seated audience and a stage-based programme, including performances, presentations and musical events. The theatre’s own lighting and sound systems are available under the direction of its authorised technical staff, and technical support is included as part of the hire arrangements. Organisers should discuss their production requirements with the venue in advance to check what can be provided.

Additional services may be arranged for a fee, subject to availability. These can include box office and front-of-house support, ticketing, local event promotion, printed materials and meet-and-greet refreshments. The venue considers rental requests from businesses, community groups, clubs, charities and other organisations, with applications submitted ahead of the event date. Its historic character, dedicated stage and established place in local cultural life give organisers a distinctive setting for bringing audiences together in Oriental.