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October 13, 2023
Newsboys are one of the biggest bands in Christian music history. Come hear mega-hits like “We Believe,” “Born Again,” and “God’s Not Dead,” – which birthed a film franchise of the same name. . Read on... -
October 20, 2023
Bringing songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to the stage in a way that audiences haven’t seen or heard before. With The Johnny Cash TV Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will accompany him in perfect sync. Read On... -
October 20-22, 2023
Whether you’re planning on upgrading your home or need a reliable contractor to fix your leaking roof, the Athens Home Expo is the spot to find all local remodeling experts. Read on... -
October 22, 2023
Staten Island native Sal Vulcano is best known for creating and starring in truTV’s long-running hit “Impractical Jokers” and for “The Misery Index” on TBS. 16+ Suggested (Parental Discretion Advised) Read on... -
November 5, 2023
Cheer on the Ice Dawgs from the luxury of a party suite with this all-inclusive package, supported by College Hockey South. On November 5th, your Ice Dawgs will face off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the Battle of Georgia at Gas South Arena. Read On... -
November 19, 2023
Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, Pretty Woman: The Musical springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® wi Read On... -
2023 - 2024 Home Season
Cheer on the Ice Dawgs at every home game this season outdoors at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center. Become a season ticket holder and enjoy perks like exclusive event access, Arena tours, and more. Season tickets go on sale September 8. Read on... -
December 1, 2023
Deck out in your favorite fan gear, and don’t miss a moment of the action as the women’s team faces South Carolina on Friday, December 1. Read on... -
December 14, 2023
Mean Girls is a ferociously funny new musical from an award-winning creative team. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naive n Read On... -
December 17, 2023
Grammy® award-winning country star John Berry is returning for his 27th Annual Christmas Tour. John Berry is well known for his seasonal fan-favorite holiday performances, filled with traditional Christmas songs, including his version of “O Holy Night." Read on... -
December 22 & 23, 2023
The Nutcracker, performed by The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, is the beloved holiday fairytale that follows a young girl's journey through a fantasy world of fairies, princes, toy soldiers - and an army of mice! Read on... -
February 13, 2024
Take A Chance On MANIA...and you won’t be disappointed! The world’s number one touring ABBA tribute is heading to Athens. MANIA has toured the world in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish "supergroup" to their millions of fans, old and new. Read on... -
February 28, 2024
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. This stirring and inspiring musical takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of the small town in Newfoundland that opened its homes to 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11. Read On... -
March 3, 2024
Experience the legendary! Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, will be performed one night only as a part of the World Ballet Series. Mark your calendars! Tickets will be available Friday, September 15, at 10:00 a.m. Read on... -
April 12, 2024
In a groundbreaking tribute to Athens's history, the captivating musical production Linnentown - The Musical is set to take center stage in April 2024. Written by Hattie Thomas Whitehead, author of Giving Voice to Linnentown. Additional Info... -
May 7, 2024
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical. Read on... -
May 11, 2024
The Bonnie Raitt performance originally scheduled for May 2023 at The Classic Center Theatre has been rescheduled for May 11, 2024. Ticket holders should retain all tickets to the May date; original purchases will be valid for the new date. Read on...
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
October 12, 2023 | 8:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the longest-running theatrical release in film history, celebrates its 48th Anniversary Tour at The Classic Center Theatre. The show will feature a costume contest, a performance by a local shadow cast, a memorabilia display with artifacts and costumes from the movie, a VIP meet and greet, audience interactions, and more.
Newsboys - Let The Music Speak Tour
October 13, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Newsboys are one of the biggest bands in Christian music history. Come hear mega-hits like “We Believe,” “Born Again,” and “God’s Not Dead,” – which birthed a film franchise of the same name.
Johnny Cash - The Official Concert Experience
October 20, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Bringing songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to the stage in a way that audiences haven’t seen or heard before. With video of Johnny from episodes of The Johnny Cash TV Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will accompany him in perfect sync. This concert experience will showcase iconic performances from the TV show and highlight the spirit of the legend by revisiting some of his memorable words and anecdotes. Cash will perform some of his biggest hits, including “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Ring of Fire, “And “I Walk the Line,” and share stories of people he met along the way whose causes he championed–the working man from all walks of life. Plus, onstage male and female singers will split vocal duties performing their own takes on Cash hits. The music never stops at this concert event!
Athens Home Expo
October 20, 2023 | 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
October 21, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
October 22, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Whether you’re planning on upgrading your home or need a reliable contractor to fix your leaking roof, the Athens Home Expo is the spot to find all local remodeling experts. The Athens Home Expo hosts local and national exhibitors offering exclusive deals and discounts. Save time and money while at the Athens Home Expo.
Sal Vulcano
October 22, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Staten Island native Sal Vulcano is best known for creating and starring in truTV’s long-running hit “Impractical Jokers” and for “The Misery Index” on TBS. In addition to performing as part of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe in sold-out arenas, Sal founded the No Presh Network in 2020, hosting the "Hey Babe!” and “Taste Buds” podcasts.
16+ Suggested (Parental Discretion Advised)
Georgia Hockey Suite Package
Supported by College Hockey South
November 5, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
Gas South Arena
Cheer on the Ice Dawgs from the luxury of a party suite with this all-inclusive package. On November 5th, your Ice Dawgs will face off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the Battle of Georgia at Gas South Arena. Don’t miss a minute of the action with this UGA-exclusive offer, including transportation, party suite tickets to two games, and food and beverages.
Pretty Woman - The Musical
November 19, 2023 | 8:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, Pretty Woman: The Musical springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony Award®-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell, an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance, and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J. F. Lawton. Pretty Woman - The Musical will lift your spirits and light up your heart.
2023-2024 UGA Ice Dawgs
Home Season Presented by Akins Ford
440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center
Cheer on the Ice Dawgs at every home game this season outdoors at the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center. Become a season ticket holder and enjoy perks like exclusive event invites, hard hat tours, the first chance to pick seats in the new Arena, access to the Georgia Night ticket package with the Atlanta Gladiators, and more.
UGA Women's Hockey Club vs. South Carolina
December 1, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center
Deck out in your favorite fan gear, and don’t miss a moment of the action as the women’s team faces South Carolina. Tickets will be available on Friday, September 22, at 10:00 a.m.
Mean Girls
December 14, 2023 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Mean Girls is a ferociously funny new musical from an award-winning creative team, including director Casey Nicholaw (Aladdin, The Book of Mormon), composer Jeff Richmond (“30 Rock,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde), and book writer Tina Fey (“30 Rock,” Bossypants). Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order?
Christmas with John Berry
December 17, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Grammy® award-winning country star John Berry is returning to the Classic City for his 27th Annual Christmas Tour. John Berry is well known for his seasonal fan-favorite holiday performances, filled with traditional Christmas songs, including his incredible version of “O Holy Night.”
The Nutcracker
December 22, 2023 | 7:00 p.m.
December 23, 2023 | 2:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
The Nutcracker, performed by The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, is the beloved holiday fairytale that follows a young girl's journey through a fantasy world of fairies, princes, toy soldiers - and an army of mice! Set to Tchaikovsky's beloved score, you'll hear holiday favorites like "Waltz of the Flowers," "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy," "Waltz of the Snowflakes," and more.
Buy Tickets for Friday, December 22
Buy Tickets for Saturday, December 23
MANIA - The ABBA Tribute
February 13, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Take A Chance On MANIA...and you won’t be disappointed! The world’s number-one touring ABBA tribute is heading to Athens. MANIA has toured the world in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish "supergroup" to their millions of fans, old and new. ABBA’s timeless songs were written to be enjoyed live, and MANIA gives you exactly that. Two hours of uplifting, dance-inducing, and sometimes heart-breaking songs, fully live with fantastic staging, lighting, and effects.
Come From Away
February 28, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. This stirring and inspiring musical takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of the small town in Newfoundland that opened its homes to 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11. During that fateful week, cultures clashed, and nerves ran high—but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Celebrate the best of humankind and the best in all of us at Come From Away.
Swan Lake
March 3, 2024 | 6:00 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Experience the legendary! Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, will be performed one night only as a part of the World Ballet Series. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by Odile, and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky's music.
On Your Feet! The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan
April 1, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
Her voice. His vision. Their Story. On Your Feet! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage, and two people who believed in their talent—and each other—to become an international sensation: Emilio & Gloria Estefan. Now, their story is an all-new exhilarating original musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike. On Your Feet! features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century. Prepare to be on your feet from start to finish!
Linnentown - The Musical
April 12, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
In a groundbreaking tribute to Athens history, the captivating musical production Linnentown - The Musical is set to take center stage in April 2024. Written by Hattie Thomas Whitehead, author of Giving Voice to Linnentown, The musical depicts a historically significant African American community in Athens, Georgia, in the 1960s that was erased due to urban renewal.
There will be a matinee showing on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., designed for middle to high-school-aged students.
The Book of Mormon
May 7, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it "Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal." It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award®-winning Best Musical.
Bonnie Raitt - Just Like That...Tour 2024
May 11, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
The Classic Center Theatre
The Bonnie Raitt performance originally scheduled for May 2023 at The Classic Center Theatre has been rescheduled for May 11, 2024. Ticket holders should retain all tickets to the May date; original purchases will be valid for the new date.