The Official Page of Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina. MISSION STATEMENT: Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina, enriches lives through the art of theatre by sustaining production excellence, nurturing talent, and inspiring creativity in a safe haven for artistic vision, life-long learning and creative risk. FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE'S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY and INCLUSION: Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina, is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive community of artists, patrons, volunteers, students, partners, and supporters where everyone is welcome. At Flat Rock Playhouse, all people – whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, religion, education, or ability – are valued and respected.