The Lost Colony

The Lost Colony All summer long-experience America’s first English colony, under the stars in an outdoor theatre. -Tickets are on sale for our 85th Anniversary!
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May 27th -August 20th, 2022

-The Lost Colony tells the true story of the 117 men, women, and children who came to Virginia (modern day North Carolina's Outer Banks) to start a colony for England and then mysteriously vanished, leaving nothing but the letters CRO carved into a tree.

-This show is fun for all ages, and performs nightly (except Sundays) in June, July, and August!

-Kids 12 and unde

r are FREE on Monday Nights!

-The Waterside Theatre is an outdoor venue located within Ft. Raleigh National Historic Site in Manteo, North Carolina.

-Check out our annual Wine & Culinary Festival's website:
https://tlcwinefest.com/

06/19/2026

POV: You brought Dad to The Lost Colony and suddenly he’s the main character.

How it started: “I don’t care what we do.”

How it ended: backstage shenanigans, concession beers, an armful of souvenirs, and Dad having the time of his life.

Turns out Dad didn’t need another tie—he needed a family night out, a backstage tour, and a little convincing at the gift shop.

Core memories unlocked.🔐

For tickets: www.thelostcolony.org

06/17/2026

The reviews are in… and the first few weeks of the 89th Season have been unforgettable ⭐

From longtime guests returning after decades to first-time visitors experiencing the magic under the stars, one thing keeps coming up: the production, the effects, the costumes, and the storytelling.

Guests have called it:
✨ “Very engaging”
✨ “An absolutely amazing experience”
✨ “A must-see”

Families are loving the experience together, audiences are talking about the special effects, costumes, choreography, and even the animal puppets—and we couldn’t be more grateful for every review, photo, and memory shared.

If you’ve joined us already this season—thank you. If not, there’s still time to experience The most exciting night on the Outer Banks at Waterside Theatre.

🎟️ Performances Monday–Saturday at 8:30 PM through August 22.
Free Native Pre-Show Tuesday, Friday and Saturday-8pm
www.thelostcolony.org

06/15/2026

This is your sign to plan your night at Waterside Theatre and experience The Lost Colony.

Mondays are a great night for families:
Kids under 12 are free thanks to Kids Night sponsor Kitty Hawk Kites.

Plus, stay after the performance for autographs and a meet and greet with cast members!

Get your tickets:
www.thelostcolony.org

Step into history under the stars at Waterside Theatre and experience the magic of The Lost Colony’s 89th season. Perfor...
06/14/2026

Step into history under the stars at Waterside Theatre and experience the magic of The Lost Colony’s 89th season. Performing 6 nights a week, this unforgettable outdoor production brings history to life with breathtaking visuals, live music, powerful storytelling, and moments the whole family will remember.

From longtime traditions to first-time visitors, there’s something for all ages to enjoy at the most exciting night on the Outer Banks.

Join us Monday through Saturday at 8:30 PM through August 22, 2026. Reserve your seats and come experience history come alive at Waterside Theatre

06/11/2026

Introducing our fabulous The Lost Colony interns, Kaylyn Hall and Keegan Connor!

They will be out in the community helping promote the 89th season of The Lost Colony.

Local business owners-comment “poster” or DM us if you’d like a poster for the 89th season!

The Free Native Pre-Show, a Native American cultural presentation beginning at 8 PM on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays,...
06/10/2026

The Free Native Pre-Show, a Native American cultural presentation beginning at 8 PM on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, performed by Indigenous members of The Lost Colony production.

This Native American showcase includes stories, songs, and dances ranging from Plains powwow-style intertribal dances to traditions of the Eastern Woodlands. The presentation allows Native cast members to share and educate audiences about Native culture and heritage.

Come early for a culturally enriching experience.

Book your tickets for a Tuesday, Friday, or Saturday performance to enjoy this incredible pre-show event.

The Native Pre-Show is sponsored by: The Good Mind Initiative and Three Hawk License Plate Agency.

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We’re currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone and internet service.In the meantime, tickets can sti...
06/09/2026

We’re currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone and internet service.
In the meantime, tickets can still be purchased online through our website.
www.thelostcolony.org

Thank you for your patience and understanding—we apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your support of The Lost Colony.

It was a great first weekend of shows here at The Lost Colony! Get your tickets for this week to enjoy some complimentar...
06/09/2026

It was a great first weekend of shows here at The Lost Colony! Get your tickets for this week to enjoy some complimentary cooler weather!

www.thelostcolony.org

📸Three Little Birds Photography

06/06/2026

Opening Night of The Lost Colony is tonight!

For 89 seasons, this story has echoed across the waters of Roanoke Island—through breathtaking choreography, unforgettable drama, powerful performances, and sunsets that feel written into the script itself.

And tonight… it lives once more.

Join us for Opening Night of the 89th Season of The Lost Colony and experience the most exciting night on the Outer Banks.

It lives and shall not die.

🎟️ Summer ‘26. Waterside Theatre. Let the season begin.
www.thelostcolony.org

06/05/2026

The locals really showed up last night for the first night of Dare Nights in support of the Roanoke Island Food Pantry! What an incredible way to kick off the season and celebrate community together.

A huge thank you to our Dare Nights sponsor, Midgett Insurance⁠, for helping make these special nights possible.

We can’t wait to welcome tonight’s crowd as we continue Dare Nights and support the Beach Food Pantry for Day 2. Join us for another unforgettable evening under the stars at The Lost Colony!

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Manteo, NC
27954

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12524732127

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