We are looking forward to having you at the Edna Boykin Cultural Center for ACT! for Youth presents Diary of a Wimpy Kid, the Musical. Here are a few things that may make your visit more enjoyable: 

Event Date and Time

  • February 15 & 22 at 3 PM
    February 20 & 21 at 7 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 approximately 30 minutes before the show begins.
  • This performance is scheduled to last approximately one hour and 30 minutes with one intermission.

About the Show

Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.

Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.

Musical | 2 hours

DIARY OF A WIMPY KID is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global. www.broadwaylicensing.com

Directions

The Edna Boykin Cultural Center is located at 108 Nash Street NE, Wilson, NC 27893.

Parking

  • General Parking: 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 the surrounding parking lots.  The parking deck is free and within walking distance, and is located at 206 Broad Street W.
  • Charging Stations reserved for electric cars can be found at the following locations near the Boykin Center:
    • Lot #18 (behind the city’s Customer Service Center), 207 Green Street NE
    • Lot #3 (Between City Hall and the Wilson Police Department), 212 Green Street E
    • Lot #8 (City of Wilson Parking Deck) 212 Broad St W - 6 Stations
    • The charging stations are operated by ChargePoint, which maintains an application and website to allow users to locate the chargers. The ChargePoint app is available for iOS and Android devices.
  • 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 and is first come, first served.
  • Any vehicles left overnight are subject to towing.  

Accessibility 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 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: $20 Adults / $10 Senior or Student / Group rates available for 10 or more. Contact the box office for group rates. Tickets are also available at Boykin Center Box Office beginning one hour before the show.
  • Sales tax is added to all purchases, and all ticket sales are final.
  • Please note: Square is the only online ticketing website used for ACT! for Youth shows. For your safety and to avoid scams, only purchase tickets on wilsonartsnc.square.site or through links provided by Wilson Arts. If you ever have questions, you can contact the box office at 252-291-4329 (Tuesday-Saturday, 10 AM-5 PM) or email boxoffice@wilsonarts.com.
  • You will need a printed ticket. Digital tickets are not used for this performance.
  • If you have forgotten your ticket, please visit the Box Office.

Concessions

  • The concessions stand will be open before the performance and during intermission. There is a variety of candy, snacks, and sodas/water, and Whirligig Popcorn Shoppe popcorn available. The concession stand accepts cash, Visa, and Mastercard.
  • Gino's Gelato, just around the corner from the Boykin Center, has a specialty "Cheese Touch" gelato for the run of this show (but don't worry, it's banana flavored). Always open before and after the show!
  • Alcoholic beverages: At this time, we are not serving alcohol at any performances in the Boykin Center. However, ourvenue is part of the Downtown Social District, meaning you may bring in social district drinks from participating establishments.  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.
Any video/audio recording of this show are a violation of copyright.

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!

See you at the theater!
The Wilson Arts Team