Highlands Playhouse

Highlands Playhouse is the oldest theatre in North Carolina. In the summer of 1938, a group of Highlanders presented a play for one performance in the Playhouse building. This production was “Dulcy”, a comedy by George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly. Encouraged by the audience’s reception, the group formed the non-profit Highlands Community Theatre, Inc. Every summer since 1938, with the exception of two years during World War II, there has been a season of live plays here at the Playhouse. In 2013, a new 35 foot movie screen and Dolby 7.1 sound system was installed to allow patrons to enjoy first run and classic movies year around. It had closed by March 7, 2024.

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