The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
THIS SHOW WILL TAKE PLACE AT 1707 OWEN DRIVE!Join us at our off-site space during construction. ABOUT THE SHOW: In this hilarious classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids, probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe the mayhem — and […]
Jelly’s Last Jam
A dazzling display of vocals and music! Take your seat at the legendary Jungle Inn Nightclub with your host, Jazz pioneer Jelly Roll Morton, for a night of music that might change his life. When The Chimney man comes to ferry Jelly’s soul away, he gets one last chance to make amends for his mistakes. […]
Welcome To Arroyos
A hip-hop theater coming-of-age story! Alejandro Arroyo owns the newest (and cleanest) lounge in New York City’s Lower East Side. His sister, Molly, has a nasty habit of writing graffiti on the back wall of the local police precinct. Officer Derek is a recent NYC transplant with something to prove. Lelly Santiago is a socially […]
Matilda the Musical
The Beloved Book Turned Film Hits The Stage! Matilda is an extraordinary girl with an appetite for books. As her vivid imagination pushes every boundary, she dares to dream a better life and becomes the hero of her own story. Based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl, this TONY Award winning musical revels in […]
The Odd Couple
The Play That Inspired The Hilarious Film! When Felix (a fastidious news writer) and Oscar (a sloppy sportswriter) both find themselves suddenly single, they become roommates to thwart loneliness and save money. Within days, their opposing natures have them at each other’s throats in a hilarious story that will ring true to anyone who’s ever found […]
In Loving Memory of Olga Bo Thorp
It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Founding Artistic Director, Olga “Bo” Thorp. Bo was a force of nature with an indomitable spirit. She lived a full life for 89 years, 50 of which were dedicated to making amazing theatre in North Carolina at her home, the Cape Fear […]
Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story
The World’s Most Successful Rock N Roll Musical Before the Beatles, there was Buddy Holly and the Crickets. It’s the 1950’s and a young man from Texas with big glasses and an even bigger dream is catapulting to the top of the Rock and Roll charts. With classic songs like “Peggy Sue,” and “That’ll Be […]
COVID19 Mask Policies
At this time, face coverings are recommended at CFRT but not required for our events. By purchasing event tickets, you acknowledge that health and safety measures, including face coverings, are subject to change as required by public health officials or theatrical industry unions and leaders. The most current requirements for any performance will be communicated […]
The Color Purple
Based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel! Join us for this landmark musical about a remarkable woman named Celie. All she knows is heartbreak and despair, until her friend Shug helps her realize her own self-worth. Celie uses her flair for fashion to build a better future. With a joyous score featuring jazz, gospel, blues, […]
Clue On Stage
Based on the best-selling board game and movie adaptation! It’s a dark and stormy night, and the host of a dinner party has turned up dead in his own mansion. Inspired by the board game and film, join Miss Scarlett, Colonel Mustard, Professor Plum, and other colorful guests for this hilarious murder mystery. As the […]
