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Wake on Stage!


Wake on Stage Returns on February 6, 2027 at the Cary Arts Center

Wake on Stage is a fun, high energy evening celebrating the arts. The party starts @ 6 with heavy hors d’oeuvres and open bar! At 7 we’ll move into the theatre for exciting performances by influencers from across Wake County.

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When & Where
Cary Arts Center
101 Dry Avenue, Cary, NC 27511
February 6, 2027
6-9 PM

2027 Line-Up

  • Knightdale Town Councilman Grady Bussey performing an original poem
  • WCPSS Board of Education & Students performing together
  • WRAL Meteorologist Grant Skinner, Guitar and Vocals
  • Psychologist Dr. Kristen Wynns, Comedienne
  • Realtor Jordan Lee, Musician
  • Chairman of the Board for York Properties, Smedes York performing original poetry
  • Mayor Janet Cowell, City of Raleigh, and Jerome Davis, Artistic Director Burning Coal Theatre performing a theatre scene
  • City of Raleigh City Counselor Megan Patton performing a Colorguard routine

Photos from Wake on Stage 2026

 

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Donna Heffring        Brandi McCarn Gerew      Chris & Jenn McEwen

 

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