Academy Center of the Arts

Academy Center of the Arts Serving our community through arts and culture.
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We’re getting so excited for Ink Fest! ✒️🎨Just look at some of the amazing artists, makers, authors, and small businesse...
06/24/2026

We’re getting so excited for Ink Fest! ✒️🎨
Just look at some of the amazing artists, makers, authors, and small businesses that will be joining us on August 15. From unique handmade goods and original artwork to books, prints, and creative finds, Ink Fest is shaping up to be a day full of inspiration, creativity, and community.

Whether you’re coming to shop, meet local creatives, watch live demonstrations, explore our Education Open House, or simply spend a fun day surrounded by art, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

And if you’re an artist, maker, writer, or creative entrepreneur, we’d love to have you join us! Vendor applications are still open, and we’d love to showcase even more of the incredible talent our region has to offer.

📅 August 15 | 10 AM–2 PM
📍 Joy & Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre
🎟 Free Admission
We can’t wait to celebrate creativity with you. Which vendor are you most excited to visit?

📢 JUST RELEASEDTwo exciting new shows are coming to The Music Hall @ 722 Commerce Street, and both celebrate the incredi...
06/22/2026

📢 JUST RELEASED

Two exciting new shows are coming to The Music Hall @ 722 Commerce Street, and both celebrate the incredible talent growing right here in our community.

🎤 Selah Vie Presents Lynchburg’s First Local Showcase
Experience an unforgettable evening of live music, visual art, dance, poetry, and comedy as local creatives take the stage to showcase the artistic heartbeat of Lynchburg.

🎶 Elianna Lael: Written Through My Lens
Get to know emerging R&B artist Elianna Lael through an intimate performance featuring original music, personal storytelling, and the songs that have shaped her artistic journey.

Whether you’re discovering your next favorite local artist or supporting the creative community that makes Lynchburg special, these are shows you won’t want to miss.

Tickets are on sale now at academycenter.org.

📢 JUST RELEASEDFall down the rabbit hole and into a world of color, imagination, and breathtaking artistry.International...
06/21/2026

📢 JUST RELEASED

Fall down the rabbit hole and into a world of color, imagination, and breathtaking artistry.

International Ballet Stars presents *Alice in Wonderland by Romero Britto*, a spectacular World Premiere ballet experience that reimagines the beloved classic through the vibrant vision of world-renowned pop artist Romero Britto. Featuring stunning sets and costumes, immersive multimedia effects, and an international cast of ballet stars, this dazzling production blends the beauty of classical ballet with the excitement of Broadway-style spectacle.

Perfect for families and audiences of all ages, *Alice in Wonderland* is a magical journey filled with extraordinary characters, unforgettable visuals, and timeless storytelling.

📅 February 13, 2027 | 7 p.m.
📍 Historic Academy Theatre
🎟 Tickets: $58–$165

Members received early access to tickets. Secure your seats today before the best locations disappear!

🎨 Calling All Artists, Makers, Creatives, and Entrepreneurs!At the Academy Center of the Arts, we're committed to creati...
06/20/2026

🎨 Calling All Artists, Makers, Creatives, and Entrepreneurs!

At the Academy Center of the Arts, we're committed to creating opportunities for artists to share their work, grow their audience, and connect with our community. Whether you're a photographer, ceramic artist, printmaker, illustrator, bookmaker, or creative entrepreneur, we invite you to be part of our upcoming exhibitions and festivals.

Upcoming opportunities:

📸 National Juried Photography Exhibition
Submission Deadline: June 30

🖋 Ink Fest 2026
Our first-ever celebration of printmaking, illustration, comics, books, calligraphy, tattoo art, and other ink-based arts.
Submission Deadline: July 15
Event Date: August 15, 2026

🏺 Juried Ceramic Exhibition
Submission Deadline: July 20

🏺 Academy Clay Festival
A free public festival celebrating pottery, ceramics, and handmade craftsmanship.
Submission Deadline: August 22
Event Date: October 10, 2026

These opportunities are designed to showcase creative talent, support working artists, and strengthen the vibrant arts community that makes our region so special.

👇 Tag an artist, maker, photographer, ceramicist, or creative entrepreneur who should apply! We'd also love to hear which local artists you'd be excited to see featured at these events.

Learn more and apply at academycenter.org.

🎟️The moment you’ve been waiting for is here!Tickets for these newly announced shows just went on public sale:• Jay Leno...
06/19/2026

🎟️The moment you’ve been waiting for is here!

Tickets for these newly announced shows just went on public sale:

• Jay Leno
• The SteelDrivers
• Three Dog Night
• Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox

From legendary comedy and iconic rock hits to award-winning bluegrass and unforgettable musical reinventions, this lineup has something for everyone.

Academy Members have already had exclusive access to tickets through our presale, and at noon today, the doors open for everyone.

🎟️ Tickets available at AcademyCenter.org

This Juneteenth, join us for an evening with Sweet Honey In The Rock, the legendary Grammy-nominated ensemble whose voic...
06/18/2026

This Juneteenth, join us for an evening with Sweet Honey In The Rock, the legendary Grammy-nominated ensemble whose voices carry the traditions of folk music, spirituals, gospel, and the African American experience. Through rich harmonies and powerful storytelling, their music invites us to reflect on the journey toward freedom, celebrate resilience, and connect more deeply with one another.

More than a concert, it’s a shared experience rooted in community, culture, and hope.

June 19 at 7:30 PM | Historic Academy Theatre

Celebrate Juneteenth with us. Reserve your seats today at academycenter.org

06/17/2026

Juneteenth is fast approaching, and we are so excited to celebrate with all of you at our concert in Lynchburg, VA. Will you be joining us? Get your tickets now at the link below and we’ll see you there!

For today’s , we share Sweet Honey in the Rock’s performance of "Hush, Hush, Somebody's Calling My Name" from our 2020 Juneteenth virtual-concert. This traditional spiritual holds special significance for this holiday since it was sung as a coded message when slaves were attempting to escape to freedom. The last verse is also a reminder that slavery and oppression does not last forever. Its relevance to remain resilient, to endure, and have faith that freedom is worth the fight. As far as we have come to equity and equality, the fight remains very present today for everyone.

June 19
7:30pm
Lynchburg, VA - Academy Center of the Arts
https://academycenter.org/event/sweet-honey-in-the-rock/

Academy Center of the Arts

🎉 THE WAIT IS OVER 🎉The Academy’s newest season has arrived, and it’s packed with legendary performers, unforgettable li...
06/15/2026

🎉 THE WAIT IS OVER 🎉
The Academy’s newest season has arrived, and it’s packed with legendary performers, unforgettable live music, and can’t-miss nights at the Historic Academy Theatre.

From comedy icon Jay Leno to the timeless hits of Three Dog Night, the bluegrass mastery of The SteelDrivers, and the genre-bending magic of Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, this lineup has something for every music and entertainment fan.

Mark your calendars and get your tickets now:
• The SteelDrivers — Oct. 15, 2026
• Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox — Oct. 16, 2026
• Jay Leno — Oct. 23, 2026
• Three Dog Night — Nov. 13, 2026

Which show are you most excited to see?

For 120 years, the Historic Academy Theatre has been part of Lynchburg's story.This week, that legacy was recognized by ...
06/12/2026

For 120 years, the Historic Academy Theatre has been part of Lynchburg's story.

This week, that legacy was recognized by the Virginia General Assembly with a Senate Commending Resolution honoring the theatre's contributions to arts, education, historic preservation, and community life throughout the Commonwealth.

Since opening in 1905, the Historic Academy Theatre has welcomed generations of audiences, artists, students, and community members through its doors. Through times of change and growth, it has remained a place where people gather to experience the power of the arts.

Today, as the home of the Academy Center of the Arts, the theatre continues to inspire creativity, foster connection, and serve as a cultural cornerstone for Central Virginia.
We are grateful to the generations of artists, educators, volunteers, patrons, donors, staff, and supporters who have helped shape this remarkable place.

As we reflect on 120 years of history, we are reminded that the work of connecting our community through the arts continues.

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600 Main Street
Lynchburg, VA
24504

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Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm

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