The Arts

Music

Do you have the music in you? Well, we do! And so does the Sandhills. Area children can learn how to play an instrument, join an orchestra program or participate in the marching band. There are also a variety of private instructors specializing in both voice and piano lesson throughout the county. While some teachers advertise, many recruit new students through word of mouth. You can also arrange for private lessons and order student instruments through the local music stores.

If you would like world class performances without the Raleigh price tag, then consider attending concerts held by one of the many musical groups in the area.

Here are just a few:

Moore County Chamber Music Society (Whispering Pines – (910) 692-0283)
Moore County Choral Society (Southern Pines – moorechoralsoc.org)
Moore County Concert Band (Cameron – moorecountyband.com)
Moore Philharmonic Orchestra (Pinehurst – mporchestra.com)
Pinecrest Players (Pinecrest High School – (910) 692-6554)
North Moore Drama Club (Robbins – (910) 948-2228)
Southern Pines Elementary School Orchestra (Southern Pines – (910) 692-2357)

Theatre & Dance

Lights, Camera, Action! All the world is a stage, and your child is a star in the Sandhills! Let your child be center stage with one the areas dance or theatrical productions. From tap to ballet to acting, your performance artist is bound to be a big hit!

Don’t want to be on the stage but still enjoy the drama? Then head out to the big show! If you’re looking for a good movie, check out all ten screens at Sandhills Cinema or the historic Sunrise Theatre in downtown Southern Pines. Don’t forget, the Sunrise Theatre also plays host to a variety of theatrical productions.

The following studios and programs offer a wide range of classes:

Kindermusik Monthly Payment Plans & Gift Certificates Now Available

Kindermusik with Ellen is now offering monthly payment plans for all classes starting the week of January 9th at no additional charge. Cost breakdowns are as follows: Sign & Sing (Mondays @ 10:00, 5 weeks): $50 Deposit, 1 monthly payment of $34 Family Time (Tuesdays @ 3:00, 10 weeks): $50 Deposit, 2 monthly payments of [...]

NEW Kindermusik Mini Sessions Starting Nov 14!

I am excited to announce that we are now enrolling for 2 new mini sessions starting the 2nd week in November! You can use this link: http://www.kindermusik.com/Legacy/Classes/ClassLocator.aspx?Educid=141417 to enroll now! The first class will be held on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. starting Nov 14 for 5 weeks. This class is called Sign & Sing – [...]

Carolina Performing Arts Center

Carolina Performing Arts Center 670 SW Broad Street Southern Pines, NC 28387 website: www.cpac.webimaginarium.com ABOUT CAROLINA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Carolina Performing Arts Center (CPAC) is a non-profit 501 c 3 dance education and training center located in downtown Southern Pines, NC. The organization has two state of the art dance studios with sprung floors, floor [...]

Terpsichore…a moving experience

Terpsichore…a moving experience 176 NW Broad Street, Southern Pines, NC 28387 Tel: (910) 695-1116 Website: danceatterpsichore.com Terpsichore Dance Studio….Our Mission For 16 years, Terpsichore…a moving experience has been a family and community based dance studio located in beautiful downtown Southern Pines. We take pride in offering a quality dance program in a loving and nurturing [...]

Aberdeen Parks and Recreation

Aberdeen Parks and Recreation 301 Lake Park Crossing Aberdeen, NC 28315 Tel: (910) 944-5902 Website: townofaberdeen.net/parks_recreation_home.htm Aberdeen’s Parks and Recreation Department provides recreation programs, cultural events and public parks and facilities for county residents. Throughout the year, the recreation department offers an array of youth programs including dance, basketball, baseball, t-ball, kickball and summer camps. [...]

Southern Pines Recreation and Parks

Southern Pines Recreation and Parks 482 E. Connecticut Ave. Southern Pines, NC 28387 Tel: (910) 692-2463 Website: southernpines.net/recreation Southern Pines has a large Recreation and Parks Department. Many recreational and athletic services, special events and programs are available for toddlers, youth, adults and senior citizens. For children, there are numerous camps (summer, mini, year-round student [...]

Pinehurst Parks and Recreation

Pinehurst Parks and Recreation 395 Magnolia Rd. Pinehurst, NC 28374 Tel: (910) 295-2817 Website: villageofpinehurst.org The Pinehurst Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs for all ages, from organized athletic leagues to craft/art classes, exercise classes, special events and festivals. Programs are available to residents and nonresidents (for a higher fee). Twice a [...]