Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

CARMEN, TURANDOT & ORFEO & EURIDICE Set for North Carolina Opera 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2026

North Carolina Opera revealed its 2026–2027 season, featuring Bizet's Carmen, Puccini's Turandot, and the company premiere of Gluck's Orfeo & Euridice in concert at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh.

STAND BY ME: The Film And Its Stars To Appear At The Martin Marietta Center In March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 18, 2025

The Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts will host a special screening of STAND BY ME on March 15, followed by a live conversation with Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, and Wil Wheaton.

DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL National Tour Adds Dates in San Jose, Philadelphia and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025

Additional dates have been added to TWTheatricals' tour of Dog Man: The Musical, ​​the stage adaptation of Dav Pilkey's beloved book series. Following its successful kickoff in September, the tour will now include new stops in San Jose, CA and more.

AN EVENING WITH DAVID SEDARIS is Coming To The Martin Marietta Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

David Sedaris will be appearing for one night only at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium at the Martin Marietta Center. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

North Carolina Opera Will Perform Raleigh Premiere Of Massenet's CINDERELLA
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

North Carolina Opera will open its season with the Raleigh premiere of Jules Massenet's CINDERELLA. Cinderella is Massenet's sensuous French take on the beloved fairytale.

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts Receives 2025 Venue Excellence Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2025

The International Association of Venue Managers has awarded the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts with the 2025 Venue Excellence Award. Learn more!

Review: Theatre Raleigh's PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by Jeffrey Kare - Jun 13, 2025

Loosely based on Dave Barry & Ridley Pearson’s 2004 novel, Peter and the Starcatcher upends the classic story of how a miserable young orphan became The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up, otherwise known as Peter Pan. It begins when he and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff.

Jeezy to Embark on 'TM:101 Live' Symphonic Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2025

JEEZY has announced TM:101 Live - a black-tie symphonic tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the RIAA 2x Platinum Certified Let’s Get It: Thug Motivation 101.

Cast Set for THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO at North Carolina Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2025

North Carolina Opera has revealed the cast for its upcoming production of Mozart's comic masterpiece, The Marriage of Figaro. Learn more about the production and see how to attend.

Raleigh's Performing Arts Center Will Undergo Exterior Plaza Redesign
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2025

The exterior plaza of the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts is set to undergo dramatic enhancements in the coming months. Learn more about it here!

North Carolina Opera To Receive $20,000 Award From The National Endowment For The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2025

North Carolina Opera has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $20,000. Learn more about the organization and the grant.

Colin Hay Leads Grammy Award-Winning Men At Work on U.S. Headlining Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2024

Grammy Award-winning rock band Men At Work, led by original member Colin Hay, will embark on a U.S. headlining tour this fall. Formed in Melbourne in 1979 and best known for breakthrough hits such as 'Down Under', 'Who Can It Be Now?', 'Be Good Johnny', 'Overkill', and 'It's a Mistake', Men At Work achieved a global success as a Grammy-winning, multi-platinum selling act before disbanding in 1985. 

Martin Marietta Center Announces The Third Year Of THE DESSERTERY, Holiday Themed Dessert Café
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2024

The Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts will welcome the return of THE DESSERTERY, downtown Raleigh's favorite holiday dessert café this November.

Jo Koy to Play Martin Marietta Center For The Performing Arts in October
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024

Comedian Jo Koy has announced his ALL-NEW JO KOY: JUST BEING KOY TOUR that will include a stop at Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on October 19.

FLORENCIA EN EL AMAZONAS & More Set for North Carolina Opera 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2024

North Carolina Opera has unveiled its 2024/25 season featuring its first Spanish-language production and more!

Pete Davidson PREHAB Tour Comes To The Martin Marietta Center For The Performing Arts This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024

Catch comedian Pete Davidson on his Prehab Tour at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on June 30. Don't miss this night of laughter and entertainment.

Stokley Of Mint Condition Takes Center Stage As Rick James In SUPER FREAK: THE RICK JAMES STORY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2024

Join Stokley from Mint Condition as he embodies the iconic Rick James in SUPER FREAK: THE RICK JAMES STORY at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on March 30.

Tye Tribbett And Friends Sets 'Only One Night Tho' 2024 Tour
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2024

On the heels of his GRAMMY win for Best Gospel Album singer, songwriter and musician, Tye Tribbett and Friends sets the Only One Night Tho 2024 tour. The 20-city tour kicks off on May 16 at The Met in Philadelphia making stops across the U.S. in Brooklyn, Atlanta, Chicago and more before wrapping up in San Francisco at The Masonic on June 14.  

BWW Q&A: Francesca Zambello on THE BARBER OF SEVILLE at North Carolina Opera
by Joshua Wright - Jan 19, 2024

North Carolina Opera presents Rossini's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE PERFORMANCE INFORMATION Friday, February 2, 2024 at 7:30PM Sunday, February 4, 2024 at 2:00PM Raleigh Memorial Auditorium Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts.

Full Cast Set for North Carolina Opera's THE BARBER OF SEVILLE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

North Carolina Opera will present Gioachino Rossini's rom-com opera, THE BARBER OF SEVILLE. Learn how to purchase tickets!