Academy Center of the Arts

Country music legends Lonestar are headed to the Academy on May 1 at 7:30 PM—and they’ve got some surprises in store! 🤠🎶🔥 Will there be pyro? Stage diving?! You’ll have to be there to find out! Get ready for an unforgettable night filled with hits, laughs, and maybe even a few unexpected moments. Don’t miss your chance to see Lonestar LIVE! 🎟️ Grab your tickets now #LonestarLive #AcademyCenter #LiveMusic #CountryLegends

Empty Bowls 2025

🎨🥣 Empty Bowls 2025 – Choose Your Bowl, Fill a Need! 🥣🎨 This weekend, flash through 600+ handcrafted bowls made by Lynchburg potters – each one as unique as the cause it supports! 💙 Join us for the 17th Annual Empty Bowls event on March 22 at the Academy. 🎟️ Tickets: $20–$30 (includes a bowl + soup!) 📍 Venue: Joy & Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre ⏰ Early Bird (10:30 AM) | Regular Admission (12:30 PM) 💛 Last year, we raised $11,350 – let’s do even more in 2025! All proceeds benefit Lynchburg Daily Bread in the fight against food insecurity. 🌱🍲 Get tickets now, https://academycenter.org/event/empty-bowls-25/ #EmptyBowls #LynchburgVA #SupportLocal #HandmadeWithLove #FightHunger

🌸🎨 Join us for the "Alla Prima Flower Painting & Invention" Workshop with Amy Brnger! 🌸🎨 Immerse yourself in the world of vibrant flower painting in this two-day workshop on April 11 & 12! Amy Brnger, an artist from Eliot, Maine, will guide you through the process of capturing the essence of flowers in a single-session, alla prima style. What to expect in the workshop: Identify major shapes and shifts in space Use vanishing and firm edges to establish structure and atmosphere Mix luminous colors and related neutrals for vibrant, dynamic paintings Amy will demonstrate techniques in oil and provide direct, instructive feedback as you create your own expressive works. Whether you’re an oil or acrylic painter, this workshop is open to all! Date: April 11 & 12 Location: Academy Center of the Arts, Lynchburg, VA Spaces are limited—sign up today! Amy’s approach focuses on personal expression, emotional responsiveness to nature, and spontaneity in mark making. This workshop will encourage you to move beyond simply copying what you see and create work that is inventive and personal. 🎨🌺 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and bring your flower paintings to life! 🌺🎨 You can see more of Amys work on her website, amybrnger.com Sign up here: https://academycenter.org/event/alla-prima-flower-painting-invention-with-amy-brnger/

✨ 2024 was one for the books! ✨ We asked our team, “What was your favorite part of the year?” and the answers say it all—unforgettable performances, community festivals, student field trips, and even a wedding at our historic theatre! 🎭🎨🎶 None of this would be possible without YOU—our incredible supporters, artists, and community. Thank you for making 2024 a year to remember. 💙 Here’s to an even more inspiring 2025! #AcademyCenter #YearInReview #ThankYou #LynchburgArts

🎩⚙️ Step into the world of Steampunk! Join us for the Steampunk Clay Workshop on February 15 at the Academy Center of the Arts. Guided by the talented Kim Clarke, you'll sculpt unique Steampunk-inspired creations—choose between a detailed head or a whimsical fish. 🐟✨ 🕰️ What to expect: Dive into gears, cogs, and Victorian aesthetics. A 5-hour creative journey (with a lunch break!). A chance to learn from Kim, an internationally recognized artist whose playful and imaginative style will inspire you. 🎨 Spaces are limited—secure your spot today! 🔗 Visit academycenter.org to register. #SteampunkArt #PotteryWorkshop #LynchburgArts #ClayCreations #AcademyCenterVA

🎉 Happy Arts Advocacy Day, Virginia! 🎭✨ Today, we celebrate the incredible role our community plays in keeping the arts alive and thriving. Thank you for making 2024 an exceptional year! Your support—fueling nearly 40% of our income—has been vital to our success, creativity, and passion for the arts in Lynchburg. As we celebrate our 120th anniversary, we’re inspired to keep building on this incredible legacy, connecting the past with the future, and making the arts a vibrant part of our community. A special shoutout to Levi (@434.Visuals) for creating this amazing video in the true spirit of collaboration, helping us shine a light on the power of the arts in Lynchburg. Here’s to an even bigger, brighter, and more inspiring 2025! Together, we can create something extraordinary. 💫 #ArtsAdvocacyDay #SupportTheArts #LynchburgArts

🎸 JD Simo & Luther Dickinson: Do The Rump! Tour 🎶 🗓️ February 5 | 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM 📍 Joy & Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre Get ready for a night of electrifying music as celebrated guitarists and sonic shamans Luther Dickinson (North Mississippi All Stars, The Black Crowes) and JD Simo (renowned solo artist) join forces for an unforgettable collaboration! 🎤✨ From old spirituals and hill country blues to Afrobeat grooves and psychedelic vibes, this duo creates a bold new soundscape you don’t want to miss. Featuring dynamic instrument-swapping and fat grooves, it’s music that transcends genres and invites you into a mystical dance of melodies. 🔥 “It’s gonna be a fun show to watch!” - JD Simo 🔥 “We found our tribe in each other.” - Luther Dickinson 🎟️ Secure your seats now at academycenter.org! Let’s keep it GREASY!

Feel the Power of Human Strength with YAMATO! 🌏🥁 Experience the thunderous energy of YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan as they bring their world-renowned Taiko drumming to the Historic Academy Theatre! With over 40 drums, including the colossal 500kg Odaiko, this unforgettable performance will move your heart and shake your soul. ✨ YAMATO presents "Hito no Chikara – The Power of Human Strength" 📅 February 8 | 7:30 PM 📍 Historic Academy Theatre Prepare for a night of intensity, joy, and connection as this incredible group blends strength, precision, and passion to create “physical music” like no other. Witness why they’ve captivated audiences in 54 countries worldwide! 🎟️ Grab your tickets now at academycenter.org and be part of the rhythm that brings us together. #AcademyCenterArts #YAMATO #TaikoDrumming #HitoNoChikara #HistoricAcademyTheatre #FeelTheRhythm #LynchburgVA #LivePerformances

🎤 When you think you know Whitney, but you definitely don’t... 😅 Our staff may not have nailed the lyrics, but you can join us for all the unforgettable hits at The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston! 🎶✨ 📅 January 17 at 7:30 PM 📍 Historic Academy Theatre Don’t miss this chance to relive the magic of Whitney's iconic music! 🎟️ Get your tickets now at academycenter.org! 💖

Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute concert described as “mind-blowingly spot on.” Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – as seen on Britain’s Got Talent, Showtime at the Apollo and winner of the BBC’s Even Better Than the Real Thing. The two-hour international production will fill you with joy, nostalgia and wonderment as it takes you on a heartfelt journey through all of Whitney Houston’s greatest hits including I Wanna Dance With Somebody, I Will Always Love You, Greatest Love of All, How Will I Know, One Moment in Time, I Have Nothing, Run to You, Didn’t We Almost Have It All, I’m Every Woman, Where Do Broken Hearts Go, Queen of the Night, Higher Love and more. Davids is accompanied by her live band and backing vocalists plus glorious state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision and theatrical FX, making this a beautifully crafted tribute to one of the world’s most revered singers. This is a special concert event not to be missed.

Master of Soul } December 20

Don't miss Masters of Soul: Holiday Special on Friday, December 20, at the Academy Center of the Arts. Get tickets to this performance and more at AcademyCenter.Org

Don't miss Holiday Makers Market at the Academy Center of the Arts on November 30! Learn more, reserve your free tickets, or apply to be a vendor at AcademyCenter.Org/HMM