Sept 2025–April 2026
Welcome
Since first opening its doors in 2013, the Wake Forest Renaissance Centre has grown to become more than a performing and cultural arts venue. Thanks to your support, it is now a cornerstone of our community, where stories are told, voices are heard, and creativity is nurtured and celebrated.
For over a decade, we have welcomed nationally acclaimed performers, including The Malpass Brothers, Marcus Anderson, Celtic Angels, Chairmen of the Board, The Drifters, Band of Oz, A.J. Croce, and many others – to downtown Wake Forest where time and again they play to enthusiastic, sold-out audiences.
But the performers make up only a portion of what makes the Renaissance Centre special. It isn’t only who takes the stage, but who fills the seats.
It’s you.
It’s our families who make a night at the theater a tradition, our students who discover a new passion, and our neighbors who gather to experience something meaningful—together.
It’s all of us.
The Arts are essential. They inspire connection, conversation, and joy. They reflect who we are and shape who we become. As we look to the future, the Renaissance Centre remains committed to offering quality performances, programs, and experiences that bring people together and strengthen the cultural heartbeat of our town.
Thank you for being part of our story. The best is yet to come.
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Dramatized by Joseph Robinette from the story by C.S. Lewis. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.
Former undercover FBI operative, Tamer Elnoury is known for infiltrating and dismantling a terror cell in North America. In his New York Times bestselling book, American Radical: Inside the World of an Undercover Muslim FBI Agent, he shares his story –the explosive memoir of a Muslim American FBI agent fighting terror from the inside.
There will be a special session offered to first responders at noon for free. Contact the Box Office if you are a first responder and would like to learn more about attending this exclusive session.
7:30 pm | Tickets: General Admission $20
Marvelous Wonderettes
We are pleased to present North Wake Theatre’s production of The Marvelous Wonderettes. Watch the stage come alive with this jukebox musical featuring 50s and 60s hits like “Lipstick on Your Collar,” “Stupid Cupid,” and “Mr. Sandman.” When called upon to perform at their senior prom as a last-minute replacement, Springfield High School song leaders Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy rally together to entertain their classmates in four-part harmony. The pop doesn’t stop in this smash hit musical. The Marvelous Wonderettes was written and created by Roger Bean. Musical arrangements by Brian William Baker. Orchestrations by Michael Borth. Vocal arrangements by Roger Bean and Brian William Baker.
2 pm & 6 pm
Tickets: General Admission $20 Adult, $10 16 & Under
OCT 1 Some Enchanted Eve ning featuring jane monheit
After more than twenty years, twelve studio albums and headline performances at Carnegie Hall and The Hollywood Bowl, Jane Monheit comes to the Renaissance Centre to share her love for the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein and the iconic songwriters of the Great American Songbook. She will perform songs like “Some Enchanted Evening” (South Pacific), “It Might As Well Be Spring” (State Fair), “If I Loved You” (Carousel), “Something Wonderful” (The King and I), and the list goes on. Don’t miss this amazing evening of classic songs performed by one of the world’s most iconic voices. Jane will be joined by pianist and arranger Christian Tamburr with his trio.
7:30 pm | Tickets: Reserved $40 & $35
The Malpass Brothers
The Malpass Brothers are returning for their 16th and 17th performances here at the Renaissance Centre. They are anything but a “throwback” cover group. Instead, they are the “real deal.” Mentored and credentialed by the biggest legends of country and bluegrass, the brother duo continues to deliver new traditional music for modern times.
2 pm & 7:30 pm | Tickets: Reserved $35
DEC 12-13
Celtic Angels
Join the Angel Dancers with Trinity Band Ensemble for a Wake Forest Christmas tradition. The Celtic Angels Christmas show will captivate audiences of all ages with the magic of Christmas. Encompassing vocal and instrumental favorites with spectacular world-class champion Irish dancing, this aweinspiring show is a true holiday celebration of Christmas in Ireland!
Dec 12 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Dec 13 2 pm & 7:30 pm
Tickets: Reserved $45 & $40
All seating will have excellent sight lines as the risers will be in place for The Malpass Brothers, Celtic Angels Christmas, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and The Magic of Jeki Yoo shows .
Please contact the Box Office in advance if ADA seating is required. Guests using walkers or wheelchairs will not have access to riser seating.
DEC 19-21
the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
The Renaissance Centre, in partnership with Firebox Theatre Company, presents the beloved classic: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, from the story by C.S. Lewis and dramatized by Joseph Robinette. Step through the wardrobe into Narnia, a land trapped in eternal winter by the White Witch. Join Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie on a magical journey as they unite with Aslan, the great lion and Narnia’s mythical creatures, on a grand adventure of good vs. evil. Sure to enchant audiences of all ages, this timeless story celebrates themes of courage, love, and redemption. This show is produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois.
Dec 19 7 pm
Dec 20 2 pm & 6 pm
Dec 21 2 pm & 6 pm
Tickets: Reserved $25
(All seating will have excellent sightlines as the risers will be in place for this performance.)
The magic of Jeki Yoo
Get ready for jaw-dropping fun as world-famous magician Jeki Yoo brings his one-of-a-kind close-up magic to the stage! With over 13 million fans from America’s Got Talent and big thumbs-up from Simon Cowell, Jeki’s tricks are full of surprises, laughter, and wonder. He’s wowed audiences across the globe with his playful style and award-winning talent—now it’s your turn to be amazed! This show is fun for the whole family.
2 pm & 7:30 pm
Tickets: Reserved $30 & $25
(All seating will have excellent sightlines as the risers will be in place for this performance.)
2026 Film Festival
“Lights. Camera. Action!” Be a part of the magic that is created by these three words at the 2026 Wake Forest Film Festival. The festival will spotlight passionate, imaginative, and thoughtprovoking films created by some of the most promising and accomplished local, national, and international filmmakers. The two-day festival brings filmmakers, film professionals, and filmthusiasts together to experience the art of filmmaking as a community.
Plan your festival experience. Visit wakeforestrencen.org/ticketsevents/wakeforest-film-festival for up-to-date schedules and film listings.
Times TBD | Tickets: General Admission $25
Free Events & Performances
OCT 11
CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS
Join the Public Art Commission for a fun, free, and familyfriendly event celebrating the vibrant arts community in Wake Forest. Discover new works of art in our Grand Hall and Arts Annex, participate in art-making experiences, take in live performances, and enjoy a treat on us while supplies last. Luke Vandergriff, a bilingual musical storyteller, will be joining us at 12 pm for a special performance. There is something for everyone to enjoy, so come out and discover the joy of art in all its forms!
10 am – 2 pm | Free Admission, No Tickets Required
FEB 21
FREEDOM SONGS
THE MUSIC OF BLACK HISTORY
PRESENTED BY BRIGHT STAR TOURING THEATRE
From the soulful work songs sung in the fields during slavery, through the rhythms of Ragtime and Jazz, to the powerful voices of R&B and the spirituals that fueled the Civil Rights movement—this play traces the vital role of music in the journey of Black Americans. It’s a moving story of resilience, resistance, and hope, told through the soundscape of history. No cost to attend. First-come, firstseated. This event is supported by a grant from the United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County.
11 am | Free Admission, No Tickets Required
Location: Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St.
Supporting the Arts
Join the Circle
Our Partners Circle is comprised of dedicated businesses and individuals who generously support the arts in our community. Sponsorships begin at $500 and offer such benefits as your name or logo in the season brochure, on the Renaissance Centre website, and on the stage screen prior to Main Stage Performances. Your name will also be prominently displayed on our donor wall in the Centre lobby, and you will receive complimentary tickets to upcoming performances.
Be a Friend or Patron
By donating to our Friends ($125) or Patrons ($250) of the Centre, you will be eligible to purchase up to four tickets for all our shows before they go on sale to the public. Your name will also be displayed on the Renaissance Centre website and on the stage screen prior to our Main Stage Performances.
For more information on becoming a Friend of the Centre, scan the code to the right, visit wakeforestrencen.org or call 919-435-9458.
TICKET ON-SALE DATES
Patrons of the Centre
Friends of the Centre
General Public
AUG 19, 2025 10:00 am
AUG 20, 2025 10:00 am
AUG 26, 2025 10:00 am
Partners Circle Sponsors
Ben and Nancy Clapsaddle | Don and Brenda Dobrick Bob and Sam Hedrick
Lewis Shope,
Alan and Paula Bohnwagner | Joe and June Bowman | Jason and Marie Cannon
Ruth Ann and Jim Dyer | Carol and Parris Geiser | Shawn and Jennifer Googins
Patti Greber | Deborah and Doug Murray | Kip and Tracy Padgett
Aileen J. Staples | Bob and Alison Stuart | Yvonne White
Wake Forest Renaissance Centre for the Arts
405 S. Brooks St. Wake Forest, NC 27587
405 S. Brooks St. Wake Forest, NC 27587
Arts Annex: 407 S. Brooks St. Box Office: 919–435–9458, open Mon–Fri, 9 am–12 pm and 1–5 pm wakeforestrencen.org
stay in touch
Sign up to receive email updates about upcoming programs and events at the Renaissance Centre. Join our list at wakeforestrencen.org.
purchase tickets
Online: Visit wakeforestrencen.org to order advance tickets. A convenience fee applies for online ticket orders.
Email: rcboxoffice@wakeforestnc.gov
Phone: Call 919–435–9458 to purchase tickets over the phone.
Taxes apply to all ticket sales.
Please contact the Box Office for any ADA or accessibility services needed.
register for classes and programs
Visit wakeforestrencen.org and select the “Education” tab, then select “Classes” to see our programming selections.
