Smiles and Frowns Playhouse

theatre for children, by children, since 1986

Smiles and Frowns Playhouse

Smiles and Frowns Playhouse is a nonprofit organization dedicated to producing live children’s theatre in Pitt County, NC. School-age participants perform on stage and work behind the scenes.

We have introduced this magical artform to several thousand young people since our first show back in 1986, and look forward to many more years of providing quality children’s theatre for the families of eastern North Carolina.

Next on Stage

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Ichabod Crane, a lightly goofy schoolmaster, meets the local beauty Katrina, her extremely jealous boyfriend, and the Headless Horseman.

The Snow White Variety Show

The seven dwarves tell the story of Snow White on a talk show as the Fairytale Players match the style of each narrator: romance, Western, mystery, cooking show, and more!

Latest News

  • Congrats to Holly Chabo
    Congratulations to Holly Chabo, our 2025 Andrea Croskery Scholarship winner! We’re coming off a wonderful weekend of performances, and it’s the perfect time to celebrate one of our shining stars. Holly has poured her heart and talent into seven Smiles and Frowns productions over the years. Now, she’s off to Brigham Young University, and we… Read more: Congrats to Holly Chabo
  • Sherlock Holmes in the News
    Check out today’s article in The Daily Reflector, all about our upcoming show! Thanks to staff writer Kim Grizzard for the great write-up. There’s still time to get your ticket for Sherlock Holmes and the First Baker Street Irregular, running this weekend. Shows are Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 2pm, both at the Ayden Recreation… Read more: Sherlock Holmes in the News