Temple Theatre

For more than a century, Temple Theatre has been a cornerstone of the performing arts in central North Carolina. Located in historic downtown Sanford, this beautifully restored venue presents Broadway-quality musicals, plays, concerts, educational conservatories, youth theatre, and special events throughout the year. Whether you’re enjoying a timeless classic or discovering new talent, Temple Theatre delivers unforgettable live entertainment for audiences of all ages

Big Cheese Theatre

Big Cheese Theatre is Scotland County’s first children’s theatre company, providing year-round acting opportunities for youth throughout the Sandhills region. Founded in 2022, the organization offers theatre education, auditions, performances, and summer camps that help young performers build confidence, creativity, and stage skills in a fun, encouraging environment. From classic plays to original productions, Big Cheese Theatre is inspiring the next generation of actors both on and off the stage.

The Encore Center

The Encore Center is Moore County’s home for the performing arts, offering live theatre productions, musical theatre, dance, music, art classes, homeschool arts programs, and year-round opportunities for performers of all ages. From professional-quality productions to youth classes and community performances, Encore inspires creativity both on and off the stage.

Imagine Youth Theater

Imagine Youth Theater is a nonprofit youth musical theatre program that inspires young performers through hands-on stage experience. Designed for students in grades 3–12, the program offers acting, singing, and choreography workshops that culminate in fully staged productions throughout the year. From Broadway favorites to original performances, Imagine Youth Theater helps build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of the performing arts.

Ingaboo Books

Ingaboo Books is a creative children’s theatre dedicated to inspiring young imaginations through storytelling, dramatic play, and live performances. With engaging productions and educational programs, Ingaboo Books encourages children to build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of reading and the performing arts.

Rosebud Theatrical Productions

Rosebud Theatrical Productions is a nonprofit youth theatre organization dedicated to inspiring the next generation of performers through high-quality musical theatre experiences. From engaging productions to hands-on educational programs, Rosebud gives children and teens the opportunity to build confidence, creativity, and stage skills in a fun and supportive environment. The organization also offers summer theatre camps at the Southern Pines Land and Housing Trust, where young performers spend a week rehearsing before presenting a fully staged musical for family and friends

Grace Christian School’s Crusaders Players Troupe

Grace Christian School’s Crusaders Players Troupe gives middle and high school students the opportunity to shine on stage through two major theatre productions each year. Students can participate as actors or behind the scenes in set design, lighting, and sound production, gaining valuable experience while presenting family-friendly plays and musicals for the community.

North Moore High School Theatre

Known for producing outstanding student performances, North Moore High School’s theatre program brings together talented young actors, singers, and stage crew to present memorable productions each year. The program continues to be a favorite among families and supporters of the local arts community.

Pinecrest Players

The Pinecrest Players showcase the incredible talents of students at Pinecrest High School through award-winning plays, musicals, and theatrical performances. From classic productions to contemporary favorites, the program provides students with valuable experience both on stage and behind the scenes while entertaining audiences throughout the school year.

STARS Charter School Performing Arts

STARS Charter School encourages creativity through a variety of performing arts opportunities, including theatre productions, musicals, and student performances. Students gain confidence, teamwork, and stage experience while sharing their talents with the community throughout the year.

The O’Neal School

The O’Neal School nurtures creativity through a comprehensive fine and performing arts program beginning in preschool and continuing through high school. Students have opportunities to explore visual arts, chorus, music, drama, and theatre while building confidence, artistic skills, and self-expression. Through classes, performances, and productions, O’Neal encourages every student to discover their creative potential both inside and beyond the classroom.

Union Pines High School Theatre

Union Pines High School’s theatre program gives students the opportunity to explore acting, technical theatre, and stage production through a variety of plays and musicals. Their performances highlight student creativity, teamwork, and a passion for the performing arts.

Bradshaw Performing Arts Center

Located on the campus of Sandhills Community College, the Bradshaw Performing Arts Center (BPAC) is one of the region’s premier destinations for live entertainment. This state-of-the-art performing arts complex hosts more than 200 events each year, including theatre, musicals, concerts, comedy, dance, lectures, and visual arts exhibitions. With multiple indoor and outdoor venues, BPAC brings world-class performances and local talent together in the heart of The Pines.

Southern Pines Land & Housing Trust

The Southern Pines Land & Housing Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history and strengthening the future of West Southern Pines through education, community programs, cultural events, and neighborhood revitalization. In addition to its community initiatives, the Trust hosts a variety of arts, educational, and family-friendly events throughout the year, including youth theatre camps, making it an important gathering place for creativity, learning, and community connection.

Sunrise Theater

Sunrise Theater is a beloved nonprofit performing arts venue in the heart of downtown Southern Pines, offering far more than movies. Throughout the year, the historic theater hosts live theatre productions, concerts, comedy shows, tribute bands, author events, film screenings, arts programs, and the popular outdoor First Friday concert series. With a diverse calendar of entertainment and a commitment to enriching the community through the arts, the Sunrise Theater is a cultural cornerstone of The Pines.