16th Annual Metrolina Theatre Association Gala
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DateOct 18, 2026
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Event Starts7:30 PM
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Ticket PricesStarting at $60
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On SaleOn Sale Now
Event Description
This is a guest engagement and is not presented by Blumenthal Arts.
We are thrilled to welcome you to the 2026 MTA Gala on Sunday, October 18, 2026!
Before the awards ceremony at 7:30pm, join us for a special pre-reception from 6:00–7:15 p.m. in the Booth Playhouse lobby. Enjoy an evening of celebration, as we honor the outstanding talent and achievements that make the Metrolina theatre scene so vibrant.
Directions & Parking
A special preferred parking rate of only $10* is available for our patrons in the Bank of America Center Parking Garage.
- Entrances: 150 N. College St. and 290 E. 5th St.
The $10 rate is applicable when parked in the garage after 5pm on weekdays, Monday-Friday. If parked in the garage before 5pm, the $10 rate is void. There is no time restriction for the weekend, Saturday and Sunday.
Getting and Using Your Parking Pass When You Arrive
- Pull the garage entry ticket when you arrive at the designated garage. You will need this to exit!
- Purchase a $10 Blumenthal exit pass at the theater or click here to purchase in advance online. If you would rather purchase by phone, please call 704.372.1000.*
When You Exit
- Insert or scan your garage entry ticket. Amount due will display on the screen.
- Scan your Blumenthal exit pass sticker.
- Gate arm will rise and the screen will display “drive safely.”
*Pre-paid parking is not available day of show.
PURCHASE YOUR PARKING EXIT PASS IN ADVANCE
Bring your pre-purchased parking pass with you to the show and receive an exit pass sticker at parking stations in the lobby before or after the show.
Pre-Show Reception
Before the awards ceremony, join us for a special pre-reception from 6:00–7:15 p.m. in the Booth Playhouse lobby. Enjoy an evening of celebration, as we honor the outstanding talent and achievements that make the Metrolina theatre scene so vibrant.
Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Arts Center is located in Founders Hall and contains 434 seats in its orchestra and gallery levels.
It hosts a variety of dance, choral and other musical ensembles, as well as meetings, seminars and workshops.