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ABOUT BIG NIGHT IN

wHAT IS BIG NIGHT IN?

Big Night In for the Arts was born of the COVID-19 pandemic as a collaborative effort between WRAL and the four county arts councils of the Triangle. Recognizing the immense impact the pandemic had on the arts industry, Big Night In allowed the arts of the entire Triangle to be showcased and uplifted by WRAL, one of the largest media platforms in our region. While the arts industry is recovering post-pandemic, Big Night In continues to serve as an annual opportunity to tell the story of the arts, showcase their impact, and raise money for arts programming throughout the region.

our impact

In addition to showcasing artists and arts organizations throughout the Triangle, Big Night In for the Arts has raised $615,000 for arts programs to date.

Our partners

chatham arts council

The Chatham Arts Council nurtures creative thinkers in Chatham County. 

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Durham Arts Council

Durham Arts Council, Inc. is a catalyst in the cultural development of Durham – it leads, inspires, and promotes excellence in and access to the creation, experience, and active support of the arts for all the people of our community.

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Orange County Arts Commission

The mission of the Orange County Arts Commission is to promote and strengthen the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina.

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United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County

United Arts Council of Raleigh & Wake County builds better communities through support and advocacy of the arts.

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past headliners

Each year, Big Night In showcases headlining artists either originally from or currently living in the Triangle region. Past headliners include:

Ariana DeBose

Academy Award-winning actress, singer, dancer, and Raleigh native.

Ben Folds

Chapel Hill legendary genre-bending musician, New York Times best-selling author, award-winning photographer, and outspoken arts champion. 

Nneena Freelon

Durham-based Grammy-nominated  jazz vocalist, composer, actress, and playwright. 

Jabu Graybeal

Chatham County native and touring star member of Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, half of the music duo “SUMMERZOVR,” and performer.

Jaki Shelton Green

The first African American appointed Poet Laureate of North Carolina, acclaimed poet and educator, and Orange County resident.

Hiss Golden Messenger

 Critically acclaimed, Durham-based, Americana folk band 

Mark Hewitt

Chatham-based, world-renowned potter.

Branford Marsalis

Three-time Grammy-award winner and internationally renowned saxophonist based in Durham.

 Photo Credit: Palma Kolansky   

Scotty McCreery

Scotty McCreery

ACM and CMT Award-winning country music singer and Garner native.

Photo credit: John Shearer

Watchhouse

Nationally acclaimed folk music duo based in Chapel Hill, featuring singer-songwriter Andrew Marlin and multi-instrumentalist Emily Frantz. 

 Photo Credit: Kendall Bailey

Mike Wiley

Mike Wiley

Nationally acclaimed actor and playwright based in Chatham County.

 Photo Credit: Chris Charles for Creative Silence

past sponsors

Big Night In would not be possible without the support of community sponsors. Listed below are Big Night In sponsors who have contributed $10,000 or more to the event.

Mary Duke Biddle Foundation logo
Fujifilm logo
Eno Arts Mill
Craig David Properties logo
City of Raleigh logo

Jenny Lillian Semans Trust

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