We are committed to making our events and performances accessible to all patrons. If you require accommodations, please contact us in advance at information@wilkesplaymakers.com so we can best support your needs.
Experience this timeless romance, sharp wit and social skirmishes as the Wilkes Playmakers take Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice to the Benton Hall stage.
Shows are March 13, 14, 20, 21 at 7PM and March 15 and 22nd at 3 PM.
Don’t let your Pride and Prejudice stand in the way. After all, first impressions can be deceiving, but this show won’t disappoint.
COMING UP AT BENTON HALL
April 11 - Community Yard Sale on the Basement Level - More Details to follow
April 18 - Diaper Drive Event - Story Time at Benton Hall. More details to follow. This will be a FREE event. We will be collecting diapers for WCPC.
May 2 @ 6 PM - TACO BAR BINGO in Great Hall on Main Level
June 28 - Children's Book Fair hosted by The Book Room
July 8 & 9 - Auditions for The Dark Side of Human Nature, as told by Will Shakespeare
*Black Box Theatre on Main Level*
July 11 - Molassy Boil – Tom Dooley Style! Y’all come on out for a down-home Pig Pickin’ Yard Party full of smoky flavors, sweet treats, and mountain music that’ll get your boots stompin’!
*Outside on the Terrace*
July 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, August 1 @ 7 PM - Tom Dooley: A Wilkes County Legend
July 26 & August 2 @ 3 PM - Tom Dooley: A Wilkes County Legend
*Main Stage on Upper Level*
September 10-12 @ 7 PM - The Dark Side of Human Nature, as told by Will Shakespeare
September 13 @ 3 PM - The Dark Side of Human Nature, as told by Will Shakespeare
*Black Box Theatre on Main Level*
September 12 & 13 - Auditions for The Wizard of Oz
*Main Stage on Upper Level*
October 10 @ 6 PM - Spooky BINGO
November 14 - OzFest
*More details to follow*
November 27, 28, Dec 4, & Dec 5 @ 7 PM - The Wizard of Oz
November 29 & December 6 @ 3 PM - The Wizard of Oz
*Main Stage on Upper Level*
December 12 from 9 AM - 12 PM - Breakfast with Santa
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
*Great Hall on Main Level*
Wilkes Playmakers Holiday Food Drive!
Wilkes Playmakers collected non-perishable food items to support Wilkes Recovery Revolution this holiday season. Thanks to your generosity, we collected 51 items—and matched that to donate a total of 102 items! We dropped the food off at WRR today. Thank you to everyone who helped feed our neighbors in need and support this amazing organization. ❤️
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Every donation helps keep our story alive. Your support preserves our historic building, allowing us to maintain its charm and legacy for generations to come. It empowers us to continue producing extraordinary shows, hosting magical events, and bringing the joy of theatre arts to our community. Donations also make it possible to fund our summer camp and year-round theatre education programs—giving young artists a place to learn, grow, and shine. Thank you for helping us inspire creativity and keep the arts thriving.
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🎭 Big News for the Arts in Wilkes!
🌙Wilkes Playmakers + Bleu Moon = One Unstoppable Creative Force
A new era for the arts in Wilkes has officially begun. We are thrilled to announce that Bleu Moon of Wilkesboro is officially being integrated into Wilkes Playmakers—uniting two beloved creative organizations under one vibrant banner!
This powerful collaboration strengthens our commitment to storytelling, performance, music, visual arts, and community connection. By bringing Bleu Moon into the Playmakers family, we’re expanding not only what we do—but what’s possible.
What This Means:
🎭 More dynamic performances
🎨 Broader artistic programming
🎶 Stronger support for local talent
🏡 A unified creative home for the entire community
Together, we are creating a hub where imagination thrives, artists grow, and the entire region benefits from a richer cultural experience.
Why It Matters:
Wilkes County is overflowing with creative potential. By joining forces, we’re building a more sustainable, inclusive, and inspiring future for the arts. This isn’t just about combining names—it’s about amplifying voices, deepening impact, and opening new doors for all ages and backgrounds.
How You Can Help:
As we move forward, we’re calling on our community to rally behind this exciting evolution. Whether you’re a performer, volunteer, patron, or dreamer—we need your energy, your ideas, and your heart.
This is more than a partnership.
It’s a rebirth. A revolution. A homecoming for creativity in Wilkes.
🎟️ Stay connected as we roll out bold new programming and opportunities—this is just the beginning.
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Benton Hall
Wilkes Playmakers has been a staple of the local theatre scene since our establishment. Our shows are designed to entertain, educate, and inspire audiences of all ages. We take pride in offering the community a wide variety of productions and educational opportunities that encourage creativity, collaboration, and personal growth. By making a donation to Wilkes Playmakers, you will be helping us continue to produce quality shows and art education programs for individuals of all ages in and around our community.
