November 11, 2019 @ 7:30 p.m.

Three years ago, Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri teamed up with Academy Award® winner Robert De Niro, Tony® Award winner Jerry Zaks and Tony® Award nominee Sergio Trujillo to create this streetwise musical - based on Palminteri’s true life story.

A ...

November 17, 2019 @ 7:00 p.m.

Do you remember the first time you heard “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas”? Join the celebration as Mannheim Steamroller makes history again - Celebrating 35 years of holiday magic as they bring their annual holiday tour to fans throughout the country. Exp...

November 21, 2019

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Kennesaw State

Puck Drop at 7:00 PM

Game played at the Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center

November 22, 2019

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. South Carolina

Puck Drop at 7:30 PM

Game played at the Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center

December 4, 2019 @ 7:30 p.m.

GPB presents An Evening with David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor will be appearing for one night only at The Classic Center...

December 9, 2019 @ 7:30 p.m.

For five years, BEAUTIFUL, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Carole King musical, has thrilled Broadway with the inspiring true story of one woman’s remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

From the string of pop clas...

December 10, 2019 @ 7:30 p.m.

Classic Entertainment presents internationally multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and songwriter, LeAnn Rimes. Appearing for one night only at The Classic Center Theatre on December 10, 2019 at 7:30 P.M. 

At the young age of 35, she has sold ...

December 21, 2019 @ 4:00 p.m. & December 22 @ 2:00 p.m.

The Nutcracker is a treasure holiday fairy tale 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 all of your favorites: "Waltz of the ...

December 29, 2019

The Columbus River Dragons hockey team takes on the Danville Dashers on December 29, 2019 as part of the Federal Prospects Hockey League. Tickets go on sale September 6.

January 9, 2020

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Alabama

Puck Drop at 7:00 PM

Game played at the Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center

January 10, 2020

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Alabama

Puck Drop at 7:30 PM

Game played at the Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center

January 11, 2020

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Florida

Puck Drop at 7:30 PM

Game played at the Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center

January 12, 2020

The Columbus River Dragons hockey team takes on the Port Huron Prowlers on January 12, 2020 as part of the Federal Prospects Hockey League. Tickets go on sale September 6.

January 16, 2020 @ 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy a special evening with CMA and Grammy award-winning country artist, Travis Tritt, on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at The Classic Center Theatre located in Downtown Athens. 

Experience this rare opportunity featuring the multi-platinum artist i...

January 20, 2020 @ 7:30 p.m.

Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My E...

January 31, 2020

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Tennessee

Puck Drop at 7:30 PM

*This game is outdoors in the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center

February 1, 2020

UGA Ice Dawgs vs. Auburn

Puck Drop at 7:30 PM

*This game is outdoors in the 440 Foundry Pavilion at The Classic Center

March 8, 2020 @ 3:00 p.m.

The GRAMMY®-nominated and multiplatinum group Celtic Woman celebrates its 15^th anniversary with the Celtic Woman Celebration tour. 

The four fantastic Celtic Woman soloists Tara McNeill, Mairéad Carlin, Éabha McMahon, and Megan Walsh touch the hea...

March 18, 2020 @ 7:30 p.m.

Welcome to Margaritaville, where people come to get away from it all—and stay to find something they never expected.

With a book by Emmy Award® winner Greg Garcia (“My Name is Earl,” “Raising Hope”) and Emmy Award® nominee Mike O’Malley (“Survivors Remorse...

April 1, 2020 @ 8:30 p.m.

It’s a party. It’s a concert. It’s a pint-filled good time set in a real working pub that combines hair-raising harmonies, high-energy dance, and live percussion with foot-stomping choreography.

The multi-talented cast of nine handsome blokes sings everyt...

April 2, 2020 @ 7:30 p.m.

ROMANCE! ADVENTURE! GERSHWIN! WHO COULD ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE!

In post-war Paris, romance is in the air and youthful optimism reigns. Gershwin’s soaring melodies are matched by gravity-defying dance as the world rediscovers the power of love in this breath...

Complimentary Athens Symphony Fall Concert tickets available October 21

Complimentary Athens Symphony Fall Concert tickets available October 21

ATHENS, Ga. – Complimentary tickets to the November 3 Athens Symphony Fall Concert will be available to the public on Monday, October 21 at 10 a.m. at The Classic Center Box ...

Celtic Woman is Coming to The Classic Center Theatre on March 8, 2020.

Celtic Woman is Coming to The Classic Center Theatre on March 8, 2020.

ATHENS, Ga – The GRAMMY®-nominated and multiplatinum group Celtic Woman celebrates its 15^th anniversary with the Celtic Woman Celebration tour. These music legends are...

Choir of Man Tickets on Sale Friday, September 27

Choir of Man is bringing pub life to The Georgia Theatre on April 1, 2020

ATHENS, Ga. – Classic Entertainment proudly presents Choir of Man at The Georgia Theatre on April 1, 2020 at 8:00 PM. Interactive, exciting, and unique, this upbeat singing...

LeAnn Rimes is bringing an early Christmas to The Classic Center Theatre on December 10

LeAnn Rimes is bringing an early Christmas to The Classic Center Theatre on December 10. Tickets on Sale Friday, September 20.

ATHENS, Ga - Classic Entertainment presents LeAnn Rimes’ famous, “You and Me and Christmas” tour at...

Broadway Entertainment Series and The Nutcracker on Sale Friday, September 13

Broadway and The Nutcracker are coming to Athens. Tickets on Sale Friday, September 13.

ATHENS, Ga. – Classic Entertainment presents the 2019-2020 Broadway Entertainment Series at The Classic Center Theatre. From scuffles in the streets of New Yo...

Minor League Hockey is Coming to Athens

Minor League Hockey is Coming to Athens

Athens, GA – The Columbus River Dragons and The Classic Center are excited to bring minor league hockey to Athens. The Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL) will play two neutral site games at the Akins Fo...

UGA Ice Dawgs Single Tickets on Sale Friday

The UGA Ice Dawgs will kick off season with SECHC Championship rematch.

Athens, GA – Single Tickets for the UGA Ice Dawgs go on sale this Friday, September 6 at 10 AM. The home games will be played at the Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center.

T...

WCOC Radio Interview with Executive Director Paul Cramer

Listen to an exclusive interview with Mr. Paul Cramer, Executive Director of The Classic Center, as he talks with WCOC Radio host Danny Daniel. Learn about The Classic Center and its economic impact in Athens-Clarke County!

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas is Bringing its 35th Anniversary Tour to The Classic Center Theatre.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas is Bringing its 35^th Anniversary Tour to The Classic Center Theatre.

ATHENS, Ga. – This fall, Chip Davis, founder and creator of Mannheim Steamroller, will celebrate the 35th Anniversary of his annual Christmas conc...

Best Selling Author and Humorist David Sedaris Live at The Classic Center

The Best-Selling Author, Humorist and Contributor to: This American Life Live at The Classic Center on December 4, 2019

Athens, GA, April 29, 2019 – GPB presents An Evening with David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Da...

An Evening with Travis Tritt

Travis Tritt is coming to The Classic Center on January 16, 2020.

ATHENS, Ga. – Six String Southern Productions and Classic Entertainment present An Evening with Travis Tritt. The Country Music Award and GRAMMY® Award-winning artist will ...