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Posted on: September 15, 2023

The 15 Best Things to Do in Athens, Georgia

Wandering Wheatleys Article - The 15 Best Things to do in Athens, GA

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.

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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.

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Posted on: September 18, 2023

Loverly Grey's Ultimate Guide to Athens, GA

Loverly Greys Ultimate Guide to Athens

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.

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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.

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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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