'The Center Will Not Hold' performance celebrates Afro-diasporic dance tradition

By Kate Alexander-Heyward | April 10

On Wednesday, Chapel Hill's Michelle Dorrance brought her performance of "The Center Will Not Hold" to Memorial Hall.

Preview: UNC Symphony Orchestra to perform variety of concertos

By Marisa Rosa | February 23

Renovations at Memorial and Bingham Hall progress

By Lauren LaRoche | August 25

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History, Race and A Way Forward commission discusses Memorial Hall and Barbee Cemetery Project

By Elizabeth Egan | August 30

Memorial Hall is one of the main performance spaces at UNC. Located on East Cameron Avenue, the hall is the home to Carolina Performing Arts productions, visiting artists, speakers and many other events.

1883, Gerrard Hall did not have enough space for commencement, so the University drew plans for a much larger building. Originally built in 1885, Memorial Hall was dedicated to former N.C. governor and UNC president David Lowry Swain, as well North Carolinians, students, faculty and staff who lost their lives in battle.

The first incarnation of Memorial Hall was deemed structurally unsound in 1929. In 1931, the building was rebuilt and still stands today after several rounds of renovations. Most recently, the 2002 renovation added more comfortable seats, air conditioning, an extended lobby and improved lighting. The hall has a section of main floor, mezzanine and balcony seating.

Column: What to do on the weekends in Chapel Hill and surrounding areas

By Kelli Rainer | June 30

As a first-year student, it can be difficult to occupy your weekends since you won’t be very familiar with the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area yet. Here are ...

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Interfraternity Council guest speaker sparks controversy for alleged misogynistic comments

By Hannah McClellan | May 7

On Feb. 16, UNC’s Interfraternity Council hosted an event addressing personal development and mental health that has since been criticized by student ...

'Distorted and false version of history': CPA responds to Silent Sam settlement

By Gaby Iori | January 16

On Dec. 20, Carolina Performing Arts released a statement in response to the Sons of Confederate Veterans settlement. Chancellor Emeritus James Moeser ...

'She is a goddess': Emmylou Harris brings her unique style of music to UNC

By Megan Friedman | November 6

Singer-songwriter Emmylou Harris is performing at Memorial Hall on Friday as a part of Carolina Performing Arts' 15th anniversary.

Campaign for Carolina leaders support Silent Sam relocation

By Hannah Lang | September 5

These eight co-chairs join a growing list of faculty, Chapel Hill businesses and local organizations that have publicly opposed reinstating Silent Sam ...

UNC's legacy of slavery doesn't end with Silent Sam

By Alex Zietlow | August 23

He knew that the slave legacy wouldn’t dissolve with the statue’s removal. He knows the solution still needs direction. But on Tuesday afternoon, ...

The PlayMakers Repertory Company is a professional theatre company in residence at UNC Chapel Hill.

Get cultured with photography, theater and dance at UNC

By Adam Phan and Maeve Sheehey | March 26

With midterms ending and finals season fast approaching, many UNC professors are asking students to attend cultural events for their classes. Whether ...