In 1962, the Fayetteville Little Theatre was founded by a small group of local actors performing two shows at Alexander Graham Junior High and the Fayetteville Courthouse. With the support of the community, funds were raised to renovate the building and incorporate two adjacent buildings. With the help of State Senators Tony Rand, Lura Tally, and others, the theatre was renamed to Cape Fear Regional Theatre. Today, CFRT is a three-story complex with a 300-seat main stage and contracts actors, writers, and designers from across the country. The theatre offers a six-show main stage season and robust education and outreach programs, reaching over 49,000 audience members a year from all ages and varying socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds. CFRT continues to be thankful for the community’s support and commitment to its success.