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Kenan Auditorium Presents

Arts

Kenan Auditorium presents the 2023-24 performing arts season at UNCW’s Kenan Auditorium. From nationally recognized to locally celebrated artists, this year’s series includes dance, theatre, comedy, and a wide array of cultural programming. 

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2023-24 Season
Kenan Auditorium Connects Workshops, master classes, and other programs offered by the Office of the Arts. Get Connected
Seahawk FAM A series of programs for families called SEAHAWK Family Arts Matinees, or SEAHAWK FAM for short! Buy Tickets
Burned: Protecting the Protectors Sept. 22 - The true story of one person's quest to understand decades of firefighter cancer. Buy Tickets
Rhiannon Giddens Sept. 30 - Grammy winner Rhiannon Giddens blends genres and advocates for social justice and equality through music. Buy Tickets
The Other Mozart Oct. 20 - The Other Mozart honors Nannerl Mozart, a musical prodigy whose contributions have been overlooked by history. Buy Tickets
One Pint at a Time Oct. 27 - Explore the untold story of Black-owned breweries reshaping the craft beer industry, defying history, and fueling a multi-billion dollar annual contribution to the US economy in our captivating documentary. Buy Tickets
Ira Glass Nov. 11 - Ira Glass, host of This American Life, shares lessons from his storytelling career in Seven Things I’ve Learned. Buy Tickets
The Second City "What the Elf?" Dec. 1 - What the Elf? by Second City is a hilarious and irreverent holiday production featuring talented improvisers. (Suggested for Audiences 17+) Buy Tickets
The Only Doctor Dec. 1 - Discover the inspiring struggle of Dr. Karen Kinsell, 'The Only Doctor,' as she fights to save her rural clinic and preserve affordable healthcare access in the face of unprecedented challenges. Buy Tickets
Freedom Hill Jan. 19 - Experience the resilient history of Princeville, America's first Black-chartered town, in 'Freedom Hill,' shedding light on the enduring legacy of environmental racism. Buy Tickets
Breaking the News Feb. 23 - Seeking to buck the white male status quo, a group of women and LGBTQ+ journalists launch a news startup asking who’s been omitted from mainstream coverage, and how to include them. Buy Tickets
Port City Poetry Jam featuring Dasan Ahanu March 15 - Kenan Auditorium and Black Arts Alliance present North Carolina’s Piedmont Poet Laureate Dasan Ahanu. Buy Tickets
After Sherman March 29 - In the wake of Southern violence, After Sherman documents the imparting of wisdom between generations of African Americans on how to survive not just materially, but spiritually. Buy Tickets
We Will Speak April 5 - A feature-length documentary chronicling the efforts of Cherokee activists, artists, and educators fighting to save the Cherokee language. Buy Tickets
Wilmington Dance Festival April 12 - The Wilmington Dance Festival presents diverse styles, workshops, and performances for all skill levels. Buy Tickets
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo April 27 - Les Ballets Trockadero: a New York-based all-male dance company that combines ballet with humor and satire. Buy Tickets
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Kenan Auditorium Presents 2023-24 Season

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