The Wilson Center relies on the annual support of our Wilson Center members to make possible the many endeavors we pursue in support of our mission, including:
Providing CFCC students with real-world training and employment opportunities in a world-class performing arts facility.
Offering dynamic educational and community engagement programs, such as our MOVE! Dance Series. Through MOVE!, we are able to provide our community’s most vulnerable youth and senior citizens with access to high-quality arts education and performances.
Waiving our base rental fee for New Hanover and Pender County public school programs.
Offering the lowest possible rental costs for our resident companies. Such as the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra, City Ballet of Wilmington, Wilmington Ballet Company, Wilmington Choral Society, Wilmington Conservatory of Fine Arts, and the North Carolina Symphony.
Presenting performances that feature world-renowned artists, such as Diana Ross, Tony Bennett, ZZ Top, Gladys Knight, and hit National Broadway tours.
In grateful acknowledgment of your generosity and support, The Wilson Center offers a variety of exclusive benefits to enrich each member’s performing arts experience.
Advance ticket purchases for Wilson Center Presents performances and other events as announced – usually 24 to 72 hours before public sale
Waived exchange fees, if exchange is made at least one week prior to the performance
Complimentary Parking in the Hanover Deck across the street from the Wilson Center
Exclusive Member entry and ticket scanning
Name in Wilson Center Theater Programs and on the Wilson Center Website
Special invitation to “Members Only” events throughout the year
Complimentary Fountain drink and snack at Concessions – 20 drink and snack tickets will be issued at the time of your membership. Use them as you wish at any Wilson Center Presents, PNC Broadway, Stars, Wonder or MOVE! performances
Private Wilson Center tour – reservation must be made at least two days in advance – based on availability
Two one-time use passes to the Directors Club Reception – based upon availability. Reservations must be made in advance
Complimentary entry into a semi-annual ticket giveaway – members will be entered to win 2 complimentary tickets to a performance. Based on availability.
Gold Member: Annual Donation of $2500+
Advance ticket purchases for Wilson Center Presents performances and other events as announced – usually 24 to 72 hours before public sale
Waived ticketing purchase fees
Waived exchange fees, if exchange is made at least one week prior to the performance
Complimentary Parking in the Hanover Deck across the street from the Wilson Center
Access to pre-show Director’s Club Receptions
Exclusive Member entry and ticket scanning
Name in Wilson Center Theater Programs and on the Wilson Center Website
Special invitation to “Members Only” events throughout the year
Private Wilson Center tour – reservation must be made at least two day in advance – based upon availability
Complimentary entry into a semi-annual ticket giveaway – members will be entered to win 2 complimentary tickets to a performance of their choice. Based upon availability
Purple Club: Annual Donation of $5,000+
All the previously listed benefits
Designated seats on retainer for all Broadway and Wilson Center Presents performances – 10-day period from date of member on sale to release seats. Some seats may not be available for all performances based upon Artists contracts. Pit seating is not available
Donate a pair of Wilson Center Presents tickets to a non-profit of Donor’s choice through the Broadway for a Better World Program – based upon availability
Opera Box upgrade for a Wilson Center Presents performance (when available). Must have purchased a P1 or P2 ticket for the performance to qualify for the upgrade. One upgrade per membership year. Minimum 5 days’ notice required to ensure appropriate food and service are secured for your Opera Box
Name engraved on a seat plaque in the Wilson Center Performance Hall
Diamond Card: Annual Donation of $10,000+
All the previously listed benefits
Dinner for eight guests on the Wilson Center Stage with the Wilson Center Executive and Artistic Director – based upon availability
One complimentary limousine ride to and from a Broadway or a Wilson Center Presents performance at the Wilson Center.
Platinum Card: Annual Donation of $20,000+
All of the previously listed benefits
Reception at the Penthouse for 25 guests – based upon availability
Private film screening at the Wilson Center for up to 40 guests – based upon availability.
Benefits are non-transferable, valid for one year from activation, and based on availability. Benefits are not available for third-party events using the Center. All gifts are tax-deductible based on the amount exceeding the fair market value of the benefit received. We reserve the right to cancel a Membership without refund if it is determined that tickets obtained via that Membership were sold on a third-party/resale platform.
For additional information regarding Memberships, please contact Ruth Slovik at 910-362-7887 or rslovik@cfcc.edu.
The Flow Automotive Director’s Club (FADC) is the pre-show lounge for Wilson Center members and their guests at Wilson Center Presents events, including the PNC Broadway Series. The FADC features fare from local restaurants, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, and a private cash bar.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I want to mail my payment via check, where do I send it?
Checks should be made payable to Cape Fear Community College. The Wilson Center’s mailing address is:
The Wilson Center, Cape Fear Community College 411 N Front St. Wilmington, NC 28401
If you have any questions, please contact Ruth Slovik at 910-362-7887 or rslovik@cfcc.edu.
When do I get my Membership information?
You will receive a confirmation email immediately. Please allow at least one business day for access to your Membership to process.
How long will my Membership last?
Memberships last for one year from the date of the donations.
Does one Membership cover my whole family?
Yes! One Membership will allow you to share benefits with your immediate family.
Is there a limit to how many tickets I can buy?
Each show has a purchase limit based on what the artist request, typically 8 tickets.
How long do I have to exchange my tickets without paying a fee?
Members may exchange their tickets for a Wilson Center Presents show to another Wilson Center Presents show without incurring exchange fees up to one week prior to the show. After that, exchange fees do apply. Tickets may be exchanged for different price level tickets if the balance is resolved.
How do I know what shows are Wilson Center Presents?
We’ll send notice via email when an event goes on sale for which members may have early access. On our website, look for the Wilson Center Presents curtain logo on the event image. It is also noted as Wilson Center Presents in the event description.
Official ticketing provider for Wilmington NC’s Wilson Center – Broadway tours, national touring concert & comedy acts, rentals, and spectacular events.
Cape Fear Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, and genetic information, or age.
The views expressed in performances at the Humanities and Fine Arts Center do not necessarily represent the views of the Humanities and Fine Arts Center, and should not be attributed to the Humanities and Fine Arts Center, Cape Fear Stage, Cape Fear Community College, CFCC Board of Trustees, CFCC Foundation, or the Faculty and Staff of CFCC.
