Coming Attractions

July 2025

Events & Performances

Chairmen of the Board

Saturday, July 19 | 7:30 pm

***This performance is sold out***

Meet your friends at the Renaissance Centre for some summertime fun.

The Chairmen of the Board have pleased music lovers for over 30 years! One of Soul Music’s all-time greats, the Chairmen are noted for hits like “Give Me Just A Little More Time” and “(You’ve Got ME) Dangling On A String.”

Oh, and don't forget to bring your dancing shoes as we'll offer free line dancing lessons beginning at 7 p.m.

Cruisin’ for Clues - Mystery Dinner Theater

Saturday, Aug 23 | Noon & 6:30 pm

***These performances are sold out***

Welcome aboard the USS Mystery of the Sea, the premier cruise line for those who seek adventure.

Your fellow passengers include the matriarch of the Moneypenny family and her long-lost love; the heir to a meat empire and his fun-loving girlfriend; a duke and duchess from a small country you’ve never heard of, and a perky activities director who makes sure that everything is in ship shape.

Luggage is not the only baggage onboard. Beware of scandal, revenge and murder.

Produced by It’s A Mystery. 

Tickets are $65 and include a catered dinner by Cannon Catering.

2025-26 Mainstage Performances Sneak Peak

Since 2013 the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre has established itself as the premier cultural and performing arts venue in northern Wake County – and beyond. Here’s a sneak peek at our upcoming season.

The Centre kicks off the season in September with former undercover FBI operative, keynote speaker, and NY Times best-selling author, Tamer Elnoury. Also taking the stage in September will be North Wake Theatre with their production of "The Marvelous Wonderettes."

We’ll jazz things up in October with "Some Enchanted Evening" and in February you’ll enjoy an unforgettable evening with Shana Tucker as she honors jazz legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan in "Sirens of Song."

In November we welcome everybody’s favorite siblings, "The Malpass Brothers."

In December, we celebrate the season with a Wake Forest holiday tradition, "The Celtic Angels Christmas." They'll be joined by the Angel Dancers and the Trinity Band Ensemble.

We love the families that visit the Renaissance Centre, so we’re presenting two family-friendly performances this season. "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" will take you on a magical journey to Narnia in December and you will be amazed by "The Magic of Jeki Yoo" in January.

The Wake Forest Film Festival continues to grow and offers first-rate films by many of today's most promising and accomplished local, national, and international filmmakers.

The Centre will close the 2025/2026 season with "Shadows of the 60’s: A Tribute to Motown." You will be dancing in the aisle as the cast brings the magic of the Motor City center stage.

If you’re familiar with the Renaissance Centre, then you know that most of our Main Stage Performances sell out - many within a few hours of tickets going on sale. Tickets for the Main Stage performances go on sale to the public on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 10 a.m. Our Patrons will have the opportunity to purchase their tickets seven days earlier on Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 10 a.m., while our Friends of the Centre can purchase theirs on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at 10 a.m.

Be Our Friend

Do you want to know the secret to being first in line for ticket sales? Become a Friend of the Centre today!

The Renaissance Centre offers two Friends of the Centre membership levels. The Friends of the Centre level is a $100 donation, while the Patron level is $250.

Your tax-deductible donation will allow you to purchase up to four tickets before they go on sale to the public. This will give you the opportunity to claim the best seats for upcoming performances that offer reserved seating.

In addition, your name will be displayed as a member of the Friends of the Centre on the Renaissance Centre website and on the screen prior to Main Stage performances.

But that's not all!

You can help us continue to “Realize the Possibilities” by making your tax-deductible donation. Purchase your membership today!

Current Art Exhibit

All About Anime

This summer, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre is celebrating Japan and its various artforms - including anime - coming right off the heels of Raleigh’s Animazement.

Selected works of art are on display in the Renaissance Centre Arts Annex through Monday, Aug. 18.

For more information contact RC Art Liaison April Cannon at 919-435-9568.

Camps

Summer Stage Camp

Have your camper be a part of a fully-produced, live musical theater performance of Seussical Jr. with North Wake Theatre at the Renaissance Centre! Your student will spend two weeks learning songs, choreography, and blocking. Then, it’s curtain up! Family and friends will get to enjoy the performance on the last Friday evening of camp! Your student won't want to miss this opportunity!

Mon-Fri | Jul 28-Aug 8 | 9 am-3 pm | Grades K-8 | $700 *discount additional student(s) from same family

Instructor: North Wake Theatre

Art Camp: Paper Pulp Painting

Papermaking has been around for millennia. The process involves breaking down fibers into water to form a pulp. This can be colored in many different ways and used to make paper or paper-cast sculptures. Students will learn how to make paper pulp. They will use this product to transform their drawings into colorful paper creations. Additionally, they will learn how to cast paper pulp to make small sculptures. This is a unique experience not taught in most general education classrooms. If your student enjoys tactile experiences, this is the art camp for them. Final products will be frameable.

Mon-Thu | Jul 28-31 | 9 am-Noon | Ages 10-17 | $250 (materials included)

Instructor: Sara Roberts

Classes

Please visit our website to view our complete list of August/September class offerings. Registration is now open.

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