The Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at ²έΑρΙηΗψ is thrilled to announce its 2025β2026 Heart of the Arts season. As NTCC celebrates its 40th anniversary, the Whatley Center is marking the milestone year with an exciting blend of national touring acts, local talent, theatre productions, and art exhibits.
The Entertainment Series opens October 21, 2025, with , a high-energy tribute to the Beach Boys, the Bee Gees, the Beatles, and Motown. Holiday spirit takes center stage December 5 with , followed by on January 24, 2026. Rounding out the season is the return of Broadway stars in on February 10, 2026.
Special events include the family-friendly magic spectacular on February 7, and Twitty & Lynn, featuring the grandchildren of Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn, on April 24.
The Sounds of ²έΑρΙηΗψ series continues to spotlight regional performers, including RokDox (Sept. 13), East Texas Men in
Harmony (Nov. 22), and the Mount Pleasant Community Orchestra (March 28).
Theatre ²έΑρΙηΗψ also returns to the Whatley stage with three productions: Return to Roswell (Sept. 5β6), A 1940s Christmas Carol (Nov. 13β15), and Shakespeareβs Twelfth Night (April 16β18).
In addition, the Whatley Center foyer will feature rotating art exhibits throughout the year, showcasing regional artists, community groups, and NTCC students.
βWe are so excited to celebrate NTCCβs 40th anniversary with a season that really has something for everyone,β said Carolyn Franks, Whatley Center Director. βFrom Broadway tributes to country legends, from local talent to national touring acts, our goal remains the same β to be the Heart of the Arts in ²έΑρΙηΗψ Texas.β
Season tickets are available for purchase by calling the Whatley Center Box Office at 903-434-8181. Individual show tickets can be purchased online 24/7 at or by calling the box office during regular business hours. See full season brochure below!
