Hayes Performing Arts Center Archives

Bidding War Starts: Samaritan’s Purse Submits $1.49M Upset Bid on Former Hayes Performing Arts Center

Sept. 5, 2012. According to records filed at the Watauga County Courthouse on Aug. 30, Samaritan’s Purse submitted an upset bid on the former Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock.
BY JESSE WOOD

Apples and Oranges When Considering Hayes Center’s ‘Pitfalls’ to Predict Appalachian Twin Theater’s Success

July 25, 2012. Update! When the Town of Boone agreed to front the DBDA $750,000 to purchase the gutted Appalachian Twin Theater last fall, some felt this was a terrible decision – especially in light of the struggles haunting the Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock.
BY JESSE WOOD