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19-20 First Stages Subscription

The 2019-2020 season is presented by US Bank and sponsored by Ingram Barge and SMUDGE. All three productions will have one performance. Subscriptions are $30 and includes Angelina Ballerina: The Very Merry Holiday Musical, Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus: The Musical, and Llama Llama Live!. Baby Shark Live can be added onto your subscription. We are accepting renewing and new subscriptions now. Seating will be by priority and date subscription order was received for new subscriptions. Purchase your subscription online, by phone at 270-450-4444 or download... Read more...

Fall Rental Discounts

Summer is winding down and we're looking forward to fall! The Carson Center offers so much all year round. However, fall is when we truly shine, in the center of vibrant downtown Paducah. That's why were offering a 25% discount on our event spaces every weekend throughout October and November! We offer many different spaces to accommodate every need. From the sprawling front lawn to The Williams Family Terrace overlooking the Ohio River, our outdoor spaces are sure to provide the perfect ambiance for your fall event. Just inside, our Myre River Room also offers spectacular river views... Read more...

Pick 4 Broadway Performances

Starting September 3, you can purchase 4 or more Broadway shows before they go on sale individually. This promotion does not include a discount or same seat guarantee...just the ability to purchase several shows before the on sale. Call the box office at 270-450-4444 to purchase your tickets.

2019-2020 Myre Series

The 19-20 Myre Series includes Jordan Feliz (Oct. 20, 2019), The Vienna Boys Choir (Nov. 11, 2019), The Ten Tenors (Dec. 15, 2019), The Collingsworth Family (Mar. 21, 2020), and Crowder (May 3, 2020). We are accepting renewing and new subscriptions now. Subscription discount is based on the number of shows selected. 3 Shows - 5% discount, 4 Shows - 10% discount, 5-Shows - 15% discount. Subscriptions can be purchased by downloading the order form or calling the box office at 270-450-4444. Purchasing subscriptions online is not available this year. Seating will be by priority and... Read more...

Carson Center Receives NEA Big Read Grant

The Carson Center received a $15,000 grant to host the NEA Big Read in PADUCAH. An initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest, the NEA Big Read broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. The Carson Center is one of 78 nonprofit organizations to receive an NEA Big Read grant to host a community reading program between September 2019 and June 2020. The NEA Big Read in Paducah will focus on Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. Activities will take place from December 2019 –... Read more...

Join us for POP Party!

Join us on the Williams Family Terrace starting at 5:00pm prior to the POP 2000 Tour Hosted by Lance Bass on Friday, September 20, 2019. Enjoy the view, listen to music, and have a drink from our cash bar. Food TBD.

2019-2020 Broadway Season - New Subscribers

The 2019-2020 renewal deadline was June 14th. All unclaimed seats have been released and will be used for relocations and new sales. However, if you would still like to renew your subscription, please call the box office at 270-450-4444 10am-5 pm. We will be happy to discuss available seating options with you. There will be one performance for all shows. New Subscribers will be able to purchase online, in person, by mail or by phone. Subscriptions start at $310.17. For questions, please visit the Carson Center Box Office or call (270) 450-4444. CSI and Baptist Health... Read more...

Sizzlin' Summer Concerts

Get Ready to ROCK this Summer! Foghat, Pat Benatar/Neil Giraldo, and NItty Gritty Dirt Band are hitting the Carson Center stage this summer. Foghat will be here on Saturday, June 15 at 7:30pm. Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo will be here on Tuesday, July 2 at 7:30pm. Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will be here on Saturday, September 28 at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now for all three concerts. CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS or call 270-450-4444. The terrace overlooking the river will be open before the shows so join us for a drink and enjoy the view. Sponsored by Purple Toad WineryWith... Read more...

Two FUNdraising events in May!

Have FUN supporting The Carson Center at our Party for a Purpose on May 9 and/or our Vintner’s Dinner on May 30. Both raise funds for The Carson Center, which is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit performing arts center. The Party for a Purpose takes place throughout The Carson Center – with a silent auction, live auction, many area caterers, wine, spirits, and a refreshing selection of non-alcoholic beverages. The Vintner’s Dinner is our spring dinner party for the arts. It takes place in our beautiful upstairs area, including our Myre River Room overlooking the... Read more...

Kids' Firework STEAM Camp

Kids’ Firework STEAM Camp - Did you know, the 4th of July is oozing with science? Join us at The Carson Center on July 3, 2019 as we present Kids' Firework STEAM* Camp and Science Showcase featuring Jason Lindsey, aka “Mr. Science,” of Hooked on Science. (*STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math)Kids’ Firework STEAM Camp will engage students in rising grades 3-5 in 6 hours of spectacular Fourth of July themed science experiments and activities that are sure to get them excited about science!Participants will:Create a 4th of... Read more...