The Carolina Theatre

Category: Performing arts theater in Durham, North Carolina

Address: 309 W Morgan St, Durham, NC 27701, USA

Phone: +19195603030

Reviews

Steve G

Sep 11, 2022

Nice venue, even has box seats, easy in and out, convenient parking, good acoustics. Now the meh. Seats, fine for small people and leg room like a sports car, there is none. Price, hard to justify the cost, $3.50 bottled water all way up to$11 for a 24oz beer, and the tickets, yikes. Seats in nose bleed section have low ceilings and it got a little hot up there. Still great for special occasions...

Aaron Phillips

Sep 9, 2022

My support for The Carolina Theatre has completely disappeared after learning that the CEO is pushing back against developers trying to replace a PARKING garage with a residential tower. Downtown Durham needs more foot traffic and guess what CEO...a PARKING GARAGE generates nothing of interest. A residential tower sure would though! There is an ABUNDANCE of parking in downtown Durham- trust me, no one is going to stop going to shows here because of parking. However...I will stop now that I've read this snippet in WRAL. I'll spread the word as well. Nonsense.

Kevin Cope

Sep 5, 2022

Excellent venue for concerts

Cyndi Taves

Sep 4, 2022

Historic theater that hosts a variety of music artists.

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Questions & Answers

Restaurants in walking distance???

Nancy Pearson | Sep 19, 2018
Jay Stringer | Sep 19, 2018

Lots! M kokko, pie pishers, luna empanadas, and many more!

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Does Carolina Theater show kids movies?

Julie Bolton | Sep 18, 2020
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 18, 2020

Sometimes. The films tab on our website has all pertinent screening information. http://www.carolinatheatre.org/films

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Where do we park for evening shows?

Gaynor Songer | Sep 18, 2020
Russell Burnett | Sep 18, 2020

There's a deck right across the street on Morgan and now, around the corner from it, the brand new one is now open. Can cut through the Morgan deck to get to Theatre.

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Is this a gun friendly facility for CCW

Michael Everhart | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

No firearms or weapons of any kind allowed. http://www.carolinatheatre.org/about/security-policy

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Probably a dumb question...... just bought 2 tix for Delta Rae on Ticketmaster...... but when receipt arrived it correctly shows Balcony, 1L but it says seat 5 & 7 .......I assume those are side-by-side....... ??? Strange way to do it???

archie futrell | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

They are together. Many older theatres split their seating into "left" and "right" sections, assigning odd numbers to one side and even numbers to the other. We were built in 1926 .

How much are the tickets?

Patricia Walker | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

Each live event and film may be priced differently than another. Please consult our website -- carolinatheatre.org -- for prices.

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How long is the movie "Won't you be my neighbor"

Hart Pillow | Sep 19, 2018
Quinn Goff | Sep 19, 2018

1 hr and 34 minutes

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Is there good places to park ? At the Carolina Theatre in Durham ! ?

wanda browning | Sep 11, 2022
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 11, 2022

Hi Wanda, The closest parking deck is just across the street from the theater at the Durham Centre Parking Garage. Special event parking is $7. There are also several other parking decks in the area https://carolinatheatre.org/visit/directions/

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Is there a way to sign up to be notified for future concerts?

Billy McPhatter | Feb 20, 2022
The Carolina Theatre | Feb 20, 2022

Of course! You can sign up on our website (at the bottom in the teal section). Afterwards, you'll receive an email asking you to subscribe to any emails you're interested in. We send a weekly live event email every Tuesday. https://carolinatheatre.org/

Any Hotels/Motel provide Shuttle Service?

Skip Monroe | Dec 22, 2021
Maurice Darden | Dec 22, 2021

Less than 2 minutes between the two.

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Hello, my question is: I bought/have two tickets for the Amy Grant concert scheduled at Carolina Theatre for March 14, 2020, but due to COVID she was rescheduled for this Thursday, Sept. 23rd. Are my tickets still valid for this coming Thursday?

Christy Farrior | Oct 23, 2021
The Carolina Theatre | Oct 23, 2021

Hi Christy, unless you requested a refund, your tickets are still valid for the new show. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to our box office at (919) 560-3030.

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Where do I find show times for the films?

William David Brown | Sep 18, 2021
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 18, 2021

Film screening times can normally be found on the venue website (carolinatheatre.org). We currently aren't screening any films for in-person viewing and don't expect to start until late July. All the films listed on our website are for virtual/at-home viewing.

Convenient hotel based on location and cleanliness?

Marie Cramer | Sep 18, 2020
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 18, 2020

There are four hotels within two blocks, including the Marriott City Center next door, The Durham, 21 C and Unscripted. There are several others within two miles. All are excellent and clean.

tickets to 3 Dog Night to be picked up at the will call. Are the tickets transferable if I can't make it?

Mike Evans | Sep 18, 2020
D Frisney | Sep 18, 2020

Call the office at Carolina Theatre and talk to Management. They respond pretty quickly! Leave question and phone# if no answer. They will respond!

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Do you sell alcoholic cider or have spirits, or is it only beer and wine? :)

Caitlin Meinecke | Sep 18, 2020
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 18, 2020

We have beer, wine, hard seltzer and occasionally ciders. We do not have a permit to sell spirits/mixed drinks.

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When will the tickets for the February 22 performance of The Trocks go on sale? Thank you.

Paul Ehresmann | Sep 18, 2020
Russell Burnett | Sep 18, 2020

I don't know. Maybe check their website 🙄

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How should one dress for a live show (in this case the criminal show)?

Alberto J. Fedeli | Sep 18, 2020
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 18, 2020

There is no defined dress code at our venue. Casual/informal is fine

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How long are the following shows: Paperhand Puppet, A Christmas Carol, The Nutcracker, Moon Mouse. How early would you like for a grade level group of elementary students to arrive prior to the show time?

Sherry Bradford | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

All of this information is available at our website at this link, under the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) tab: http://www.carolinatheatre.org/events/arts-discovery-series Most Arts Discovery performances are 60 minutes. Please arrive 45 minutes before show time.

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Will the movie Remember my Name be coming to the Carolina theater in Durham?

Margil Conrad | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

We don't have plans to screen the film at this time. We attempted to book it in advance of Mr. Crosby's show but our cinema schedule didn't align with the dates given by the film's distributor.

What are the box office hours for purchasing future live event tickets?

Fredrica Koenig-Leuck | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. (919) 560-3030

Are there leather recliners

Amy Cline | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

We have leather-covered seats in the cinemas. Those seats do recline, but they aren't traditional living-room style recliners. We don't have any reclining seats in Fletcher Hall.

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How much are movie tickets

Gretchen Greco | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

It depends on the film. First-run film tickets cost $10. Retro double-features are two films for $9.50. MovieDiva and Cinema Overdrive films are $7. http://www.carolinatheatre.org/films

Will you be showing Earthrise again? Am specifically looking for it 5/20/19 and/or 5/22. Thanks.

Janet Elmo | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

We do not have plans to show it again. It was a special one-night screening with a panel discussion. It is available for viewing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsShNeDvccc

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How long is the Mikodo? Need info for dinner times

Lane Freund | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

Apologies for missing this. In the future, you can always ask the Savoyards or whatever organization is presenting the production. You can also call the box office (919) 560-3030 on show day.

I want to see Big Bad Voo Doo Daddy. I want to be able to stand a little a dance in place. But I'm short, 5'1". Best area for seats?

Carrie Cleary | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

There is stadium seating on the first and second balconies.

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Are children under two admitted free?

Brian Maher | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

It depends on the show.

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Do you have a Noon showing today of 'Cold War' ?

Kay-Robert Volkwijn | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

No. We did not. The best source for our film times is our website: carolinatheatre.org

Does the theatre offer services such as captions or headphones for hearing impaired? Or, possibly preferential front seating in order to read?

Shea | Sep 19, 2019
Pamela Matiste | Sep 19, 2019

Probably. The show I attended there in December did have wheelchair bound people attending the show. Give them a call to find out.

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What time will doors open for Daughtry concert tomorrow night

Michelle Catron | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

7 p.m.

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where is disabled parking for carolina theater?

gerald lazarus | Sep 19, 2019
The Carolina Theatre | Sep 19, 2019

There are two street spots on Morgan Street next to the theatre, as well as two full, multi-story parking decks across the street from the venue. All have accessible parking within a short distance to the theatre.

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Restaurants to eat at

Cynthia Barbour | Sep 19, 2019
Deborah “Debby” Johnson | Sep 19, 2019

To many to list here.

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What was the cost of my seats for the Home Free show on Wednesday.

Steve Wirtz | Sep 19, 2018
Kelley Harrell | Sep 19, 2018

Call to ask

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