Raleigh Memorial Auditorium

Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, in Raleigh, North Carolina, opened in 1932 to replace the city's original 1912 City Auditorium, which burned in 1930. The auditorium's name commemorates Raleigh citizens who died serving their country during World War I. Situated downtown at the southern end of Fayetteville Street in the Progress Energy... Read More

Raleigh Memorial Auditorium, in Raleigh, North Carolina, opened in 1932 to replace the city's original 1912 City Auditorium, which burned in 1930. The auditorium's name commemorates Raleigh citizens who died serving their country during World War I.

Situated downtown at the southern end of Fayetteville Street in the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts, the Greek Revival structure is an architectural complement to the North Carolina State Capitol located a few blocks away. Rich with history, this elaborately appointed landmark continues to nourish an outstanding repertoire of performing arts events in grand tradition, providing sophisticated beauty, comfort, and convenience for patrons and performers alike.

Other venues at the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts include Meymandi Concert Hall, Fletcher Opera Theater, Kennedy Theater, and Lichtin Plaza. See Less