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Posted on: June 13, 2023

October 12, 2023

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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...

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Posted on: July 17, 2023

October 13, 2023

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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 o...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

October 20, 2023

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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.

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

October 20-22, 2023

Athens Fall Home Expo 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. The Athens Home Expo hosts local and national exhibitors offering exclusive deals...

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Posted on: July 11, 2023

October 22, 2023

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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 Tenderl...

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Posted on: September 20, 2023

November 5, 2023

Battle of Georgia Suite Night Package at Gas South Arena

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.

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

November 19, 2023

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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

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Posted on: August 29, 2023

2023 - 2024 Home Season

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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.&...

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Posted on: September 19, 2023

December 1, 2023

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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. 

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

December 14, 2023

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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

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Posted on: June 27, 2023

December 17, 2023

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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 ...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

December 22 & 23, 2023

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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! 

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Posted on: May 16, 2023

February 13, 2024

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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 n...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

February 28, 2024

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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.

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Posted on: September 12, 2023

March 3, 2024

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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 m...

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Posted on: September 12, 2023

April 12, 2024

Linnentown - The Musical

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.

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

May 7, 2024

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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...

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Posted on: November 14, 2022

May 11, 2024

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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.&...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

The 15 Best Things to Do in Athens, Georgia

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The Classic Center is highlighted in Wandering Wheatley's blog post "The 15 Best Things To Do In Athens, Georgia," by Jacqueline Gualitieri.

Athens, Georgia, may be best known as the home of the University of Georgia and for being one of the best...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

Broadway Entertainment Series Begins with Johnny Cash - The Official Concert Experience October 20

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Johnny Cash – The Official Concert Experience brings songs and stories from the “Man in Black” to Downtown Athens on Friday, October 20, at 7:30 p.m. at The Classic Center Theatre.

With video of Cash from episodes of &ldqu...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

“The Best Musical of The Century,” The Book of Mormon Coming to The Classic Center Theatre May 7

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Nine-time Tony Award® -Winning Best Musical The Book of Mormon will take the stage for one night only in Athens on Tuesday, May 7, at 7:30 p.m. at The Classic Center Theatre. 

Since opening on March 24, 2011, The Book of Mormon has become...

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Posted on: August 15, 2023

The Nutcracker Returns for Back-To-Back Performances at The Classic Center Theatre

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Classic Entertainment is thrilled to announce the return of The Nutcracker, performed by The State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, for two performances on Friday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 23, at 2:00 p.m. at The Classic Center Theatre.&a...

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Posted on: July 18, 2023

Backstreet Boy’s Nick Carter Coming to The Classic Center Theatre October 8

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Classic Entertainment presents Nick Carter on Sunday, Oct. 8, at 7:00 p.m. at The Classic Center Theatre. He will be joined onstage by American Idol season 16 winner Maddie Poppe.

Join us as Carter takes fans through a journey of the songs and artists who ...

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Loverly Grey's Ultimate Guide to Athens, GA

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The Classic Center is highlighted in Loverly Grey's blog post "Ultimate Guide to Athens, GA."

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Posted on: July 6, 2023

Providing valuable resources to create successful career paths

ATHENS, Ga – Six participants from Bread for Life’s Career Connect spent five weeks this summer exploring different career fields while getting paid to work part-time at The Classic Center. 

Bread for Life is a nonprofit that has been in Athens, G...

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Posted on: July 6, 2023

Local Receives National 40 under 40 Award

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ATHENS, Ga – The National Parking Association selects a class of 40 professionals in the parking industry under 40 years of age to be recognized each year for making a difference in their workplace and in their industry. This year, The Classic Center is h...

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Posted on: June 6, 2023

Score great parking for this upcoming football season

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(Athens, Ga) – Get ready for this upcoming UGA football season by thinking ahead for your parking needs. The Classic Center offers season football parking passes in their 24-hour secure parking deck that is located less than a mile from Sanford Stadium, h...

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Posted on: May 30, 2023

Athens Local Receives 30 under 30 Award

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ATHENS, Ga – The International Association of Venue Managers selects a class of 30 venue professionals under 30 years of age to be recognized each year. This year The Classic Center is honored to have one of its own among the recipients.

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Posted on: May 17, 2023

Largest Solar Rooftop Display Begins

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ATHENS, Ga – The first phase of the 1,600 solar panels that will be placed on the rooftops of The Classic Center’s buildings is underway. The Classic Center is partnering with Cherry Street Energy to build Georgia's largest municipal rooftop sola...

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

The Classic Center Cultural Foundation Awards Scholarships to Eight Regional High School Students

ATHENS, Ga - The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2023 performing and visual arts scholarships: Laila Carter, North Oconee High School; Seager Hunt, Athens Academy; Kaylor Jones, Prince Avenue Christian Schoo...

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Posted on: May 15, 2023

Four students receive scholarships from the 2023 Paul T. Martin Hospitality Education Fund

ATHENS, Ga - The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Paul T. Martin Hospitality Education Fund: Haynes Baker, University of Georgia; McKenna Ezekiel, Athens Community Career Academy, Athens Technical Colleg...

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Posted on: April 24, 2023

Creating paths for a successful career

Bread for Life's Career Connect

ATHENS, Ga – Explore different career fields while getting paid to work part-time at The Classic Center during Bread for Life’s Career Connect, May 30-June 27, 2023. Bread for Life’s Career Connect is a 5-week program open to...

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Posted on: April 4, 2023

The Classic Center Awards Employees with Scholarship Funds

Four employees of The Classic Center were recently awarded scholarships to further pursue their career goals in the hospitality industry.   The Classic Center has long been a driving force in workforce development. The addition of the Paul M. Cra...

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Posted on: March 30, 2023

Explore Georgia to Celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day March 30

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Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is proud to support Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) on March 30

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Posted on: March 3, 2023

The Classic Center Reveals New Brand

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(Athens, Ga) –The Classic Center unveiled its new logo, inspired by the stainless-steel structure, “Nest” by artist Maureen Kelly, hanging in the atrium of The Classic Center.

Kaptiv8, an Athens-based creative agency, designed...

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Posted on: February 20, 2023

New Members added to Arena Project User Group

(Athens, Ga) – Athens-Clarke County Manager Blaine Williams has appointed two new members to the SPLOST Project User Group for The Classic Center Arena, which is set to open in early 2024. The Project User Group provides input and guidance to th...

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Posted on: February 13, 2023

Increased Support for Hospitality Learning Lab

ATHENS, Ga. – The Classic Center Cultural Foundation receives a grant from The Newland Family Foundation, Inc., that will be used to support the experience for students in The Classic Center Learning Lab.

The Newland Family Foundation is...

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Posted on: January 26, 2023

Georgia Music Hall of Fame Support Grows

Georgia's music collection has a new home at The Classic Center Arena

Georgia Music Hall of Fame Support Grows

 ATHENS, Ga. – The Riverview Foundation awarded The Classic Center Cultural Foundation a grant totaling $100,000 in support of the ELEVATE Campaign. This grant will enhance the experience of the G...

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Posted on: December 12, 2022

The Classic Center and New Arena Powered by the Sun

The Classic Center Arena Rendering

The Classic Center and New Arena Powered by the Sun 

Athens-Clarke County Approves Largest Municipal Rooftop Solar in Georgia 

Athens, GA—Athens-Clarke County Commission unanimously approved an agreement to allow The&...

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