The Pelican Players have been serving this community since 1983, putting on many performances at the Old Theater (Pamlico County Civic and Community Center). This year they have 3 plays planned. The Pelican Players productions and playbill ads are the major source of income for the Old Theater Corporation.

In 1984, the Oriental Woman's Club had completed its present facility on Gilgo Drive. The Club planned an Arts Festival and approached the as yet untried theatrical group to provide entertainment. The Pelican Players presented their first show, "Bubbles", which was the brainchild of a local playwright, Alston Wheeler.

Now, some twenty years later, the Pelican Players produce four plays each season in a real theater, on a real stage equipped with a real lighting system.

Recognition for this accomplishment is shared by the many volunteers and supporters of the Pelican Players. The fact of the matter is, that there can be no performance without an audience to enjoy it!