COA Performing Arts Center

COA Performing Arts Center The Performing Arts Center is located on the campus of The College of the Albemarle in Beautiful Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

For more than sixty years, College of The Albemarle (COA) has been providing exceptional educational and workforce development opportunities for the northeast region of North Carolina. We are the northeast region's community college, one of 58 community colleges in the preeminent North Carolina Community College System, serving seven counties (Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Pasquotank and

Perquimans). We strive to engage and impact the lives of those in our communities. CAMPUS LOCATIONS

COA - Elizabeth City
1208 N. Road St
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Phone: 252-335-0821
Fax: 252-335-2011

COA - Currituck
107 College Way
Barco, NC 27917
Phone: 252-453-3035
Fax: 252-453-3215

COA - Edenton-Chowan
118 Blades St, Edenton
Edenton, NC 27932
Phone: 252-482-7900
Fax: 252-482-7999

COA - Dare
205 Highway 64 S. Manteo, NC 27954
Phone: 252-473-2264

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🧡K–5 Field Trip Opportunity🧡The Storyteller DW presents Donna Washington and the rich tradition of African storytelling!...
02/19/2026

🧡K–5 Field Trip Opportunity🧡
The Storyteller DW presents Donna Washington and the rich tradition of African storytelling!

📍COA Performing Arts Center at COA - Elizabeth City
🗓 March 23, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM

This engaging performance brings history, culture, rhythm, and imagination together in a way young learners will never forget. Perfect for elementary students!

🔗 Learn more & reserve your spot: albemarle.edu/pac
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer

Dare County Schools Gates County Schools Currituck County Schools Perquimans County School System Camden County Schools ECPPS Edenton-Chowan Schools

The electrical work in Building C at COA – Elizabeth City has been completed. All classes and operations in Building C w...
02/16/2026

The electrical work in Building C at COA – Elizabeth City has been completed. All classes and operations in Building C will resume on a regular schedule on Tuesday, Feb. 17.

Thank you for your flexibility and cooperation.

Due to additional time needed for the electrical work taking place in Building C at COA – Elizabeth City, the building w...
02/15/2026

Due to additional time needed for the electrical work taking place in Building C at COA – Elizabeth City, the building will be without power on Monday, Feb. 16.

The following programs are impacted: Electrical, Welding, Cosmetology, Computer/IT, Pottery and CCR (College and Career Readiness).

Only CCR classes will report on Monday. CCR instructors will notify students of their temporary classroom locations.

All other impacted classes listed above will not meet on Monday. Instructors will communicate directly with students regarding any updates, make-up plans or adjustments.

Staff should report as normal; however, work locations may change. The FC building will not have heat due to the ongoing electrical work. Employees scheduled to work in FC should dress warmly. Contact your supervisor if alternative arrangements are needed.

The Bookstore will be closed Monday. This outage may extend beyond Monday. Updates will be provided as soon as possible.

🧡K–5 Field Trip Opportunity🧡The Storyteller DW presents Donna Washington and the rich tradition of African storytelling!...
02/06/2026

🧡K–5 Field Trip Opportunity🧡
The Storyteller DW presents Donna Washington and the rich tradition of African storytelling!

📍COA Performing Arts Center at COA - Elizabeth City
🗓 March 23, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM & 12:30 PM (2 Shows)

This engaging performance brings history, culture, rhythm, and imagination together in a way young learners will never forget. Perfect for elementary students!

🔗 Learn more & reserve your spot: albemarle.edu/pac
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer

COA to Open at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5Due to anticipated overnight winter weather and out of an abundance of caution...
02/05/2026

COA to Open at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 5

Due to anticipated overnight winter weather and out of an abundance of caution, College of The Albemarle (COA) will operate on a delayed opening at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday. This delayed opening provides additional time for road and campus conditions to improve and for everyone to travel safely.

Classes and activities scheduled before 10:00 a.m. are canceled or modified. Instructors will provide additional information for students. Classes beginning at or after 10:00 a.m. will proceed as scheduled. Employees should report at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise directed by their supervisor.

Because the college serves multiple counties and road conditions may vary, students and employees are encouraged to use their best judgment when traveling. Anyone unable to report should notify their instructor or supervisor as soon as possible.

While no additional schedule changes are anticipated for Thursday morning, please continue to monitor COA Alerts for any necessary updates.

COA to Open at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4College of The Albemarle will operate on a delayed opening on Wednesday, Feb....
02/03/2026

COA to Open at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 4

College of The Albemarle will operate on a delayed opening on Wednesday, Feb. 4, to allow additional time for roads to continue to melt and conditions to improve.

Classes will begin with those scheduled to start at 10 a.m. All classes, including in-person courses, will resume as normal beginning at 10 a.m. Classes scheduled to begin before 10 a.m. are canceled, and instructors will provide information regarding make-up work or modified schedules.

Employees should report to work at 10 a.m., unless otherwise directed by their supervisor.

Because the college serves multiple counties and road conditions may vary, students and employees are encouraged to use their best judgment when traveling. Anyone unable to report should notify their instructor or supervisor as soon as possible.

While no additional schedule changes are anticipated for Wednesday morning, please continue to monitor COA Alerts (Regroup), the college website, social media, and local media outlets for any necessary updates.

Due to continued winter weather conditions currently impacting our area, all College of The Albemarle campuses will be c...
02/02/2026

Due to continued winter weather conditions currently impacting our area, all College of The Albemarle campuses will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 3, to all students and employees. Staff will not report on Tuesday.

Instructional Information: Distance Learning (online/Zoom) instruction will continue as normal. If possible, traditional classes will also move online for Tuesday. Updates regarding class meetings, cancellations and make-up days will be communicated to students via email and class notifications.

Updates regarding college operations for Wednesday, Feb. 4, will be communicated as soon as possible through COA Alerts (Regroup), including email, text, and phone notifications, and will also be shared on the college website, social media, and local media outlets.

Due to winter weather conditions currently impacting our area, all College of The Albemarle campuses will be closed on M...
02/01/2026

Due to winter weather conditions currently impacting our area, all College of The Albemarle campuses will be closed on Monday, Feb. 2, to all students and employees. Staff will not report on Monday.

Instructional Information: Distance Learning (online/Zoom) instruction will continue as normal. If possible, traditional classes will also move online. Updates regarding class meetings, cancellations and make-up days will be communicated to students via email and class notifications.

Updates regarding college operations for Tuesday, Feb. 3, will be communicated as soon as possible through COA Alerts (Regroup), including email, text, and phone notifications, and will also be shared on the college website, social media, and local media outlets.

COA Campuses Closed Saturday, Jan. 31 and Sunday, Feb. 1 Due to Anticipated Winter WeatherDue to anticipated winter weat...
01/30/2026

COA Campuses Closed Saturday, Jan. 31 and Sunday, Feb. 1 Due to Anticipated Winter Weather

Due to anticipated winter weather in our area this weekend, all College of The Albemarle campuses will be closed to students and employees on Saturday, Jan. 31, and Sunday, Feb. 1.

All classes and activities scheduled for this weekend are canceled. Instructors will communicate directly with students regarding any course-related updates, as needed.

All COA locations will be closed to everyone this weekend.

Based on the current winter weather forecast, additional impacts to college operations are possible next week. Students and employees are encouraged to prepare for potential closures and the possibility of remote or virtual/online schedules.

Updates regarding college operations for Monday, Feb. 2, will be communicated as soon as possible through COA Alerts (Regroup), including email, text, and phone notifications, and will also be shared on the college website, official social media channels, and local media outlets.

Please continue to monitor these sources for the latest information. Stay safe and warm.

Earlier this morning, COA was made aware of a possible gas leak at the Owens Center atCOA - Elizabeth City. Emergency pe...
01/29/2026

Earlier this morning, COA was made aware of a possible gas leak at the Owens Center at
COA - Elizabeth City. Emergency personnel quickly arrived at the scene and evaluated the situation. They issued the all-clear, and no leak was found.

The situation has been resolved. Students, employees, and visitors have returned to the building, and normal operations have resumed.

Thank you for your patience, cooperation, and quick response as we worked to ensure everyone’s safety.

Address

1208 N Road St
Elizabeth City, NC
27909

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12523359050

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