MANN Center for the Arts

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Sanford’s home for visual and performing arts, community celebrations and event rentals.

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On Stage in the M Theatre

Full Event Calendar
Promotional poster for Lee County Cultural Arts' G.E.E.W.H.I.Z Fashion & Talent Competition with four stylish contestants and a gold-black theme; includes date and venue.

G.E.E. W.H.I.Z. Fashion and Talent Show
November 1, 4pm
Cash Prizes and Awards!

Register Online for Talent / Vendor

Poster for Breaking Dad comedy tour on Nov 7, 7pm, starring Mark Brady and Justin Scranton; streaming logos shown at bottom (Apple TV, Prime Video, Comedy Dynamics, SiriusXM).

Bad Dads Comedy Tour
November 7 at 7pm
An evening for adults.

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Jazz Goes to the Movies featuring the Heart of Carolina Jazz Orchestra

Jazz Goes to the Movies
November 21 at 7:30pm
with special guest Trinity Bursey

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Art Galleries

About the Galleries

If it’s visual arts in Lee County, it’s happening at the Center. Visit us to explore galleries, pop-up exhibitions, and studio artists in residence. Join us every month for First Friday Art Receptions from 5-7pm, free and open to the public.

Promotional banner for Emerging Artist Gallery with an orange'Explore the Gallery' button and text about the North Carolina Landscapes exhibition (Sept 4–Oct 31, 2026).

Brick City Gallery
300+ works and active artist studios presented by the Sanford Brush & Palette Club, Sanford’s longest-running visual arts club.

Lee County Arts Council Gallery
Rotating member collections in the offices of our local arts council.

First Friday Art Reception at the MANN Center for the Arts on November 6, from 5 to 7pm. Free and Open to the public.

Rentals & Bookings

Your Event at the Center
Book your next concert in the M Theatre at the Historic MANN Center for the Arts.

300-seat Theatre and Multipurpose Room Rentals
Daily / Weekly and Recurring Events
Host your next concert, celebration, fashion show, meeting, or special event at the MANN Center for the Arts.

RENTALS & BOOKINGS
VIP and Party Room

VIP Event Room

Bright walls and hardwood floors make the perfect spot for parties and celebrations.

Multipurpose Room

A great spot for lectures, meetings and presentations. Includes Chromecast-ready display monitor.

Paperhand Puppets World of Wonder LIVE at the MANN Center for the Arts on February 27, 2027

Paperhand Puppet Project – February 27, 2027
World of Wonder! tickets now available

Join us for an afternoon of puppets starting at 1pm with youth art projects in the Sanford Brush & Palette Club. Enjoy refreshments before the 3pm stage show with the Paperhand Puppets, then pick up your child’s completed art project after the show!

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