2009-10 Season Schedule

Louisburg College is proud to present a series of concerts throughout the academic year. All concerts are held in Louisburg College's 1,200-seat Auditorium/Theatre Complex. There is an abundance of free parking in the lots surrounding the auditorium. Doors open one hour before show time.

For two decades, Louisburg College has hosted its concert series in the auditorium. Please join us this season as we celebrate the facility's 20th anniversary and rename the complex. The newly-named Seby Jones Center for the Performing Arts and the Frances Boyette Dickson Auditorium will be dedicated this year in honor of two generous benefactors.

THE SEBY JONES CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
In recognition of the major commitments from the Jones Family Foundation and in memory of Mr. Seby B. Jones, Louisburg College is pleased to announce the dedication of The Seby Jones Center for the Performing Arts.

From his humble beginnings on a Franklin County farm to the development of Crabtree Valley Mall, Falls Village, and numerous other Raleigh area landmarks, Seby Jones has left his mark on the central North Carolina landscape and social conscience.

In 1945, Jones and James A. Davidson, a Scottish immigrant and master carpenter, formed the Davidson and Jones Construction Company. In the post-war years, the firm built and renovated stores and supermarkets, and over 100 churches. The experience garnered in these projects culminated with the planning and construction of Crabtree Valley Mall, which opened in 1972.

Jones made a successful run for Raleigh City Council in 1967 and was elected mayor in 1969, serving at a time when the city was just beginning to intensively develop beyond its pre-war boundaries. He helped shepherd the city through the civil rights era and
the numerous changes in the city prompted by the influx of newcomers coming to work in Research Triangle Park. Innovations under Jones’ helm included the practice of setting five-year goals for city government and the establishment of the Office of Intergovernmental Coordinator whose mission was to ensure all Raleigh citizens access to local, state, and federal agencies and funds to improve their neighborhoods and their lives.

Jones regarded the marked improvement in race relations in Raleigh as one of his most important accomplishments. His efforts led to an increased interest in philanthropy and college scholarships for deserving students. He served on the Board of Trustees at St.
Augustine’s College where a fine arts center was named for him. Jones also served on the Board of Trustees at Meredith College and endowed the Seby Jones Chapel there. Jones took great pleasure in giving back to the community, supporting numerous organizations including the Raleigh Rescue Mission, Lions Club, the Boy Scouts, and the Gideon Society. For the past seven years, Jones’ son, Robert (Roddy) Jones, has served on the Louisburg College Board of Trustees.

THE FRANCES BOYETTE DICKSON AUDITORIUM
In honor of the charitable lead trust established this past year by Trustee Emeritus Mrs. Frances Boyette Dickson, Louisburg College will dedicate the auditorium in her name this fall. This lead trust, along with a charitable remainder trust she has established, will continue her generous legacy at Louisburg College for many years to come.

Dickson’s connection to Louisburg College reaches back to the days of the Great Depression. She attended the College from 1933 until 1935, during which time she forged friendships and memories that have lasted her life through. She recalls with fondness the parties and dances held in the social hall of Main; parties down by the Tar River; and the annual May Day celebration which included the crowning of the May Queen. After serving as a maid on the court in 1934, Dickson was named May Queen in 1935.

Dickson, a savvy investor, is very interested in the College’s financial stability. She is a member of the Society of 1787, the Old Main Society, the President’s Club, and the 220 Giving Club. In 1987, Dickson made another generous commitment to Louisburg College and its students when she endowed the Lillian Cherry Boyette Scholarship in honor of her mother. The scholarship supports students from Hertford County on the basis of financial need and seriousness of purpose. In recognition of Dickson’s years of support, she was presented the Cecil W. Robbins Public Service Award in 2002.

Visit the Allen deHart Concert Series website for information about upcoming performances and to purchase tickets.

TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and seats are not reserved. For ticket information, contact the Louisburg College Auditorium Box Office at (919) 497-3300 or toll-free at 1-866-773-6354. The Box Office is located at 501 North Main Street, Louisburg, NC and is open Monday through Friday, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Tickets may also be purchased on our website. To purchase tickets, click here.