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Two Timeless Classics Take The Classic Center Theatre Stage This Season!
Two Timeless Classics Take The Classic Center Theatre Stage This Season!The Classic Center Theatre, in proud partnership with Classical Arts Entertainment and International Ballet Stars, is thrilled to present two dazzling ballet productions this season: The Nutcracker and Swan Lake. For years, The Classic Center and Classical Arts Entertainment have collaborated to bring world-class performances to Athens audiences. This year, that partnership continues to celebrate enchanting storytelling and
From The Screen to the Stage: Broadway Goes Hollywood at The Classic Center Theatre
From The Screen to the Stage: Broadway Goes Hollywood at The Classic Center TheatreATHENS, GA – July 22, 2025 The 2025–2026 Broadway Entertainment Series at The Classic Center Theatre, presented by Akins Ford, is almost here! Secure your season subscription as early as Friday, July 25 for the best seats in the house. This season offers an unforgettable mix of beloved favorites reimagined for the stage and bold, new storytelling that promises to captivate audiences of all ages. From laugh-out-loud
Rock Icons ZZ Top Bring Elevation Tour to the Classic Center Theater In Athens, GA In October 2025
ATHENS, GA – April 15, 2025—Rock and Roll Hall of Famers ZZ Top will bring their 2025 Elevation Tour, presented by CHMF Entertainment to The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Tickets will go on sale Friday, April 18 at 10:00 a.m. at ClassicCenter.com. “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” has been at it for well over a half century, delivering rock, blues and boogie on the road and in the studio to millions of devoted fans. With iconography as distinctive as their sound, ZZ Top
COLE SWINDELL Happy Hour Sad Tour with special guests: Priscilla Block & Logan Crosby
COLE SWINDELL Happy Hour Sad Tour with special guests: Priscilla Block & Logan Crosby Akins Ford Arena Friday, September 19, at 7:00 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 11, at 10:00 a.m. ATHENS, GA – April 7, 2025-- Multi-Platinum selling and award-winning superstar Cole Swindell will bring his 2025 headlining Happy Hour Sad Tour to Akins Ford Arena on Friday, September 19, produced by Pepper Entertainment. Joining the four-time ACM Award winner on his Happy Hour Sad Tour are special guests Priscilla
Gavin Adcock to Headline Akins Ford Arena When the Need to Tour Stops in Athens, GA
ATHENS, GA - February 3, 2025: Country music sensation Gavin Adcock is set to bring his electrifying performance to Akins Ford Arena in Athens, GA on October 17, 2025, as part of his Need To Tour. A Georgia native from Watkinsville, Adcock transitioned from a promising football career at Georgia Southern University to the country music scene after a knee injury in 2021. Channeling his energy into songwriting and recording during his recovery, he released his debut single, marking the beginning of a
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