Givens Performing Arts Center is one of the leading performing arts venues in southeastern North Carolina and a central stage on the University of North Carolina at Pembroke campus. The auditorium accommodates more than 1,600 guests, while its professionally equipped stage supports theater productions, musicals, concerts, dance performances, orchestral programs and other cultural events. The combination of a university setting and professional touring productions gives the center an important role in the cultural life of Pembroke and the surrounding area.
The interior is centered around a large auditorium designed to provide clear views of the stage, while acoustics and professional production capabilities support performances ranging from spoken theater to large musical ensembles. The lobby and ticket office provide convenient facilities before performances, and accessibility features include designated parking and assistive listening devices for guests who require them.
The center is located at 1 University Drive, Pembroke, United States, within the UNC Pembroke campus. Parking areas are available immediately around Givens Performing Arts Center during performances, with additional parking located across the street, allowing for a short walk to the entrance. For broader information about reaching Pembroke and traveling between the city, campus and other locations, the transportation details further down the page provide a useful continuation.