About

Haywood Arts Regional Theatre (HART), established in 1984 and situated in the picturesque landscape of Waynesville, North Carolina, stands as a gem in Western North Carolina. The semi-professional community theater, housed in a stunning facility reminiscent of 1920s Summer Stock playhouses, features the Lloyd Main Stage, the Fangmeyer Theater, and the intimate Feichter Studio Theatre on the Historic Shelton Campus. Committed to providing diverse and quality theater experiences, HART's mission is to challenge and inspire both performers and audiences, fostering artistic expression and nurturing talent within the region and beyond.

Nestled on the expansive and historic Shelton Campus, Haywood Arts Regional Theatre (HART) provides a picturesque setting for theater enthusiasts. With three distinct performance spaces, including the classic 255 seat proscenium style Lloyd Main Stage, the versatile Fangmeyer Theatre with flexible seating, and the intimate black box setting of the Feichter Studio, HART offers diverse and immersive theatrical experiences. Renowned for its stunning facilities, patrons can also enjoy a touch of elegance by savoring wine and beer in real glass within the beautiful lobbies or at outdoor tables, all against the backdrop of rolling hills and breathtaking mountains.