CARY ARTS CENTER
ABOUT THE CARY ARTS CENTER
Nestled in the heart of downtown, the Cary Arts Center proudly stands as a renowned hub for culture and the arts. The site was originally home to Cary Academy before the state purchased the private school and turned it into Cary Public High School, the state’s first state-funded public high school.
The 1939 building was a substantial Public Works Administration project, connecting it to a government program of profound consequence in American history. It is also an excellent example of Colonial Revival architecture, designed by prominent Raleigh architect William Henley Dietrick in the first half of his career.
This 48,000 square foot facility encompasses a diverse array of spaces, including classrooms, studios, galleries, as well as areas dedicated to rehearsals, performances, and administrative functions, all catering to a wide range of visual, artisanal, and performing arts. Since a major renovation in 2011, Cary Players has found a cherished home within the center's 431-seat theater, marking the start of their artistic residency.
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CONTACT INFORMATION & DIRECTIONS
Telephone: (919) 469 - 4069
Physical Address: 101 Dry Avenue, Cary, NC
Directions: Located on Dry Avenue at the head of Academy Street at the intersection of Academy Street, Kildaire Avenue, Walnut Street and Dry Ave directly across from The Cary Fountain.
Mailing Address: PO Box 8005; Cary, NC 27512-8005
BOX OFFICE
All of Cary Players’ ticketing is handled by the Town of Cary. The Town of Cary box office is located at The Cary Theater at 122 E. Chatham Street
Patrons may visit the downtown box office Wednesday through Saturday, 12 p.m.–6 p.m., and Sunday 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
The downtown box office will provide tickets for events at the Cary Arts Center, The Cary Theater, or Page-Walker Arts & History Center. It will continue to sell tickets the day of a performance or screening one hour prior to a show.
For Cary Players performances at Cary Arts Center tickets may be purchased at the door one hour prior to the performance.
Patrons may also purchase tickets online or through the eTix phone center, 1-800-514-3849, Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–8 p.m., or Sunday noon-8 p.m.
SEATING
All tickets at the Cary Arts Center are reserved seating. Please view the Seating Chart for further information.
PARKING
Click here to access the Downtown Cary interactive parking map.