Empowering Authentic Performances
Theatre is the most collaborative, live art form. Hickory Arts is dedicated to the preservation of live musical theatre orchestras in Catawba County and surrounding areas. It should be in the DNA of every arts organization to advocate for the vibrant presence of live musicians in community theatre musical productions. We believe that the energy, ...Audition Prep
Tailored Audition Prep for Film, Music, and Theater Success Hickory Arts provides exceptional Audition Prep for both amateur and professional artists. We focus on helping you succeed in film, music, or theatrical auditions. Our program caters to performers aiming for various types of auditions, including equity, film, NCTC/SETC, grade school, college, and community theatre. Since ...Reflecting on Bright Star
As our “Bright Star” fades, the director and I watch the sunrise on “The Mystery of Irma Vep.” #brightstar #irmavep — Jeff Hartman, Hickory Arts Artistic Director, September 22, 2019 Maggie Smith once said, “I like the ephemeral thing about theatre, every performance is like a ghost - it’s there and then it’s gone.” I ...30 Years in the Making
High School Theatre Alumni Reunite to Tackle Steve Martin & Edie Brickell’s Bright Star NEWTON - From the suburbs of New Jersey to the foothills of North Carolina, a powerhouse pair of creative minds began their theatrical journey on the heels of Hurricane Hugo as “Image Players” at West Caldwell High School in 1989. Today, ...Pottery’s a Craft
As we say goodbye to 2017, we also bid farewell to those we lost. Julia Rush was synonymous with arts, Hickory, and living life to the fullest. I first met Julia during the production of the 20th Anniversary redux of "Streets of Hickory." She had a gift for making you feel like she'd known you ...Get Caught in the Act!
Join us in celebrating the 35th anniversary of the first cast album of an original musical ever produced, recorded, and sold by any community theatre in North Carolina history; “Caught in the Act.” In 2016, to accompany the "Friends" tour on the anniversary of the recording, we began our hunt for the original 8mm reels ...Artist Development
Artist Development for Multi-Talented Creatives at Hickory Arts Artist Development at Hickory Arts empowers "Everything Artists" — individuals who showcase a diverse range of talents and creative interests. These artists manage multiple skills and excel across various artistic fields. For example, you might be a singer who writes songs, an actor who composes music, or ...Laurice Lanier
In Concert Please join us on Saturday, April 22nd at Old Post Office Playhouse for the second in this season’s series of “Friends” concerts featuring triple threat Laurice Lanier. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased at Old Post Office Playhouse and online at thegreenroomtheatre.org. Performance begins at 7:30 pm. Old Post Office Playhouse The ...Acting Lessons
Hickory Arts: Acting Lessons for Every Skill Level Hickory Arts offers Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Acting Lessons for Stage and Screen. One-on-One Acting Lessons Using "The Method" Private, one-on-one Acting Lessons at Hickory Arts take place weekly and use "The Method," also known as the Stanislavsky System. These lessons not only focus on understanding human ...2