The Appalachian Theatre

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country is an historic landmark and a hub for the performing arts in Boone. 

Built in 1938, the theatre operated for almost 70 years until it closed its doors in 2007. Major and minor Hollywood movies were shown there, as well as traveling performance acts and music groups throughout the decades - including Bill Monroe and his Blue Grass Boys, Hill Billy Jamboree & Quiz Shows, Lester Flatts, Earl Scruggs & the Foggy Bottom Boys, and Doc Watson. The Appalachian Theatre was completely renovated inside and out, designed to closely reproduce the original 1938 exterior appearance, before its Grand Re-opening in late 2019. 

Today the theatre is host to nationally touring musicians, film screenings with panelist discussions, comedy acts, theatrical productions, live podcasts, and movie nights. The High Country Jazz Festival is hosted at the theatre annually in June and Antlers & Acorns: The Boone Songwriters Festival is held in September. Boone Docs Film Festival, a documentary film festival showcasing stories from people who live and work in Appalachia, happens each February. 

Visit the theatre's website to see the full schedule and learn more about its fascinating history. Stop in on Wednesdays at 3pm for a FREE hour-long guided tour with staff from June through August.