Update: Tickets Now on Sale for “The SpongeBob Musical” at Central Piedmont

Tickets are now available for The SpongeBob Musical, presented by the Parr Arts and Humanities Series.

Get ready to dive into the underwater world of Bikini Bottom, where SpongeBob SquarePants and his quirky crew face a looming disaster: the eruption of nearby volcano Mount Humungous. With only 48 hours to save the town, SpongeBob sets out to prove he's more than just a “simple sponge".

Performances will take place at the Dale F. Halton Theater on Central Campus:

  • Thursday, July 24 at 11 a.m.
  • Friday, July 25 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, July 26 at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, July 27 at 3 p.m.

Central Piedmont students and employees may attend for free by presenting a valid college ID at the door.

Please note: The Halton Theater box office is now cashless. All ticket purchases must be made with a credit or debit card.

  • Empowering Charlotte’s youth: Summer Theatre Academy offers teens hands-on training and personal growth through performance and backstage arts. 
  • Building community through creativity: Program fosters confidence, collaboration, and connection among diverse students ages 15 and older. 
  • Affordable access to the arts: For just $400, high school students gain four weeks of professional instruction, culminating in a full-stage musical production. 

Central Piedmont Community College is calling aspiring actors, dancers, singers, and behind-the-scenes creatives to the stage for its 2025 Summer Theatre Academy, a four-week immersive program designed to unlock talent and build confidence in students ages 15 and older.

Running June 30 through July 27, the academy culminates in a full-scale production of “SpongeBob the Musical” at the Halton Theater. Participation costs just $400 and is a high-quality performing arts opportunity for students across the region.

“This program offers more than just theater training,” said James Duke, drama instructor at Central Piedmont. “It builds confidence, fosters collaboration, and creates community. It’s about young people finding their voice and discovering what they’re capable of, whether on stage or off.”

Open to all levels of experience, the academy includes hands-on instruction in acting, choreography, puppetry, vocal technique, stage combat, lighting and sound design, and more. It serves as both a creative outlet and a bridge to personal development, particularly for students seeking community, mentorship, and new ways to express themselves.

Why it matters:

The Summer Theatre Academy reflects Central Piedmont’s broader mission to provide accessible, life-changing education. At a time when young people need connection, purpose, and safe spaces to grow, this program offers exactly that through the unifying power of the arts. 

Program benefits include: 

  • Expert training in a supportive, inclusive environment 
  • Development of transferable life skills: communication, collaboration, and creativity 
  • Real-world production experience on a professional stage 
  • Affordable access to enriching summer programming 

Enrollment is limited, and spots are filling fast. Register or learn more.

This summer, Charlotte’s next generation of storytellers will take center stage. Join us for a season of growth, creativity, and celebration.