We are looking forward to having you at the Edna Boykin Cultural Center for the Wilson Arts' Boykin Series 28 presents: So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience starring Robert Neary.  Here are a few things that may make your visit more enjoyable: 

Event Date and Time

• Friday, October 24 at 7:30 PM
• The box office will open one hour before the show for at-door ticket purchases and Will Call pickup.
• The house (where you sit) will open at approximately 30 minutes before the show begins
• This performance is scheduled to last approximately 90 minutes with one intermission.

About the Show

Broadway, television, and film star Robert Neary creates an unforgettable tribute to one of the greatest recording artists in history. This is a true immersion into the life and career of Neil Diamond. Critical praise all across the internet and social media has called this show "The most authentic and professional tribute to Neil Diamond and delivers nothing short of a true Neil Diamond concert experience." The concert has even been filmed as a documentary feature and is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, where, it too, continues to draw rave reviews.

With over 40 years in the entertainment business, Robert has three Broadway leads, and over 60 major guest-starring television and film roles to his credit. He created this incredible show in 2019 and worked tirelessly with NY's premier band, The Mystic, during the pandemic, to make it the hit that it is today. Now in it's 5th year, "So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience" is selling out venues all over the US with no end in sight.

Directions and Parking
The Edna Boykin Cultural Center is located at 108 Nash Street NE, Wilson, NC 27893. You can see more details descriptions of directions on our website at https://www.wilsonarts.com/directions. The Edna Boykin Cultural Center does not have its own parking lot. However, street parking is available on Tarboro, Nash, and Pine Streets, and after-hours parking is allowed in surrounding parking lots. Any vehicles left overnight are subject to towing.  

Accessibility 
Parking: Thanks to Farris & Thomas Law next door, we are now able to offer their parking area at 104 Nash St N (corner of Nash St and Tarboro St) as accessibility parking. Look for the blue sign that reads "Accessibility Parking". Space is limited.

Inside the theater:

• If you or someone you are traveling with has mobility issues and may need assistance, please let the box office know so we can arrange to help you get seated early and comfortably. The main floor is wheelchair accessible with companion seating. However, our balcony level is only accessible by stairway and is not advised for those with mobility issues. 
• For hard-of-hearing patrons, we do have assistive listening devices available at no cost. If you would like an assistive listening device for the performance, please visit the box office to request one. 
• For visitors with sensory issues, sensory backpacks are available to sign out from the box office. Each backpack includes an assortment of items that can help lessen sensory overload and help visitors engage. The entire backpack or just one or two items can be checked out. Sensory backpacks were made possible by the Wilson Breakfast Optimist Club.
• If you have any other questions or accessibility requests, please contact Wilson Arts at 252-291-4329.

Tickets 

• Tickets are $55 adults, $50 students/seniors, or $40 each for a group of 10+. Tickets can be purchased in advance online through Etix at Boykin Series 28: So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience starring Robert Neary Tickets | Wilson, NC | Boykin Center or by calling 252-291-4329
• At-door tickets will be available for purchase at the Boykin Center Box Office beginning one hour before the show. The Box Office accepts cash, check, and all major credit cards.
• Boykin Series uses Etix for all ticket sales. You will need a printed ticket or the ticket pulled up on your mobile device to be scanned.
  • If you have forgotten or lost your ticket, please see the box office so they can locate your ticket order and reprint.
  • If you are using a mobile device, please make sure the brightness is turned all the way up for the ticket scanner
• Sales tax is added to all purchases and all ticket sales are final.

Concessions

• The concessions stand will be open before the performance and during intermission. There is a variety of candy, snacks, and sodas/water available, plus specialty popcorn from the Whirligig Popcorn Shoppe! The concession stand accepts cash and all major credit cards.
• At this time, we are not serving alcohol at performances in the Boykin Center. However, our venue is part of the Downtown Social District, meaning you may bring in social district drinks from participating establishments.  We would like to encourage patrons to explore the vibrant downtown area and patronize the many wonderful restaurants and establishments that are part of our community. While attending our events, we invite you to take part in the social district as you enjoy the rich cultural offerings that our downtown has to offer. Participating restaurants include Bill's Grill, The Cardinal Bar, Casita Brewing Company, Downtown Public House, Ice & Fuel, Larema Coffee House, The Porch at Iconostar, Ruckus and Redemption, and The Hub.

Electronics and Photography

Please make sure to silence your cell phones before the show begins. If you need to take a call, please exit into the lobby. Please refrain from using flash photography during the show.

Explore Our City 

• If you're arriving in town earlier in the day or staying overnight, check out the Wilson Visitors Center website at www.ComeSeeWilson.com or download the app on your mobile device to help plan your stay and get information on where to eat and drink, where to stay, and other events in the area!
• If you're looking for a place to stay, The Harriss, conveniently located two blocks from the theater, has generously provided a 10% discount code for guests traveling to Wilson. You can view The Harriss website here: The Harriss - Wilson. Use Discount Code: ARTS10. 

We do hope you enjoy your time at the Edna Boykin Cultural Center. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at 252-291-4329 or by email at boxoffice@wilsonarts.com.

See you at the theater!
The Wilson Arts Team