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A long-time running Outdoor live theater performance, The Lost Colony is an incredibly exciting adventure the whole family will love. Daily performances seasonally, located in Manteo on Roanoke Island.  This summer marks the 86th anniversary season!

In July of 1587, 117 English men, women, and children came ashore on Roanoke Island with a commission from Elizabeth I to establish a permanent English settlement in the New World. Just three years later in 1590, when English ships returned to bring supplies to the settlement, they found the island deserted with no sign of the colonists except the single word, “CROATOAN,” carved into the surface of an abandoned structure and the letters, “CRO,” scratched into the bark of a tree. After nearly 450 years, the mystery of what happened to the colonists remains unsolved.

The Lost Colony, adapted from Paul Green’s iconic script, has been performed each summer since 1937 on the same site where these actual events occurred. With a stage 3 times bigger than most Broadway stages, a company of over 100 actors, dancers, singers, and technicians create a magical evening for your whole family. Come early and secure a backstage tour, where you’ll learn about the history of this 86-year production and see up-close how a massive show like The Lost Colony is put on every night!

On Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, experience the Native American Cultural Presentation at 8:00pm. This short Powwow-style event showcases different styles of Native dance throughout the country, performed by Native American company members of The Lost Colony!

Gather clues from the colonists as you are immersed in epic battles, haunting Native American dances, elegant costuming, and beautiful music in this enormous stage production. The Lost Colony brings our nation’s oldest mystery to life all around you. Experience a night of theatre under the stars, surrounded by the mystery of The Lost Colony!

Beach Realty guests receive exclusive discounts when purchasing show tickets!  Check the Guest Mobile App for the code! 

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