Thalian Hall

Thalian Hall is one of the oldest and most beautiful theaters in America. Forming the east wing of Wilmington's iconic city hall, this dual—purpose building has been at the center of the community's cultural and political life since it first opened in 1858. Thalian Hall is the only surviving theater designed by John Montague Trimble, one of America's foremost 19th—century theater architects. It was built at a time when Wilmington was the largest city in North Carolina. Thalian Hall is the e...