Box Office

• Some Academy Presents ticketed events may offer a senior discount
• Discounts vary, depending upon the event or performance
• I.D. must be presented on-site to access discounts or pick up tickets at will call
• Seniors may also receive a $25.00 discount off of classes and workshops priced at $75.00 and above, using the code ‘senior’

• Most Academy Presents ticketed events offer an educator discount of 10%
• Must purchase tickets from the Box Office in-person
• I.D. must be presented on-site to access discounts or pick up tickets at will call

• Most Academy Presents ticketed events offer a Military discount of 10%
• Must purchase tickets from the Box Office in-person
• I.D. must be presented on-site to access discounts or pick up tickets at will call

The Passport Program is an arts access initiative created by the Virginia Commission for the Arts (VCA) and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH). The program provides free or discounted tickets to arts organizations across the Commonwealth to Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) card holders.

As part of the Passport Program, the Academy Center of the Arts will be offering 75% off of up to 2 tickets to Academy Presents performances and 75% off tuition for classes.

Contact the Academy Center of the Arts Box Office to redeem your Passport Program discount.

Learn more about the Passport Program: https://vca.virginia.gov/initiatives/passport-program

Imagine the possibilities: a special birthday celebration, a two-family night at the theater, a concert for a faith-based group, a company outing. Our team is ready to help. And because Downtown Lynchburg is our home, we’re savvy about the area’s many restaurants and attractions.

By coordinating a group sale, you’ll enjoy ticket discounts on select performances, premier seating, flexible payment options, and personalized service.

Group Sale discounts are only valid for Academy Presents shows.

The Joy and Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre:

• 10% discount with the purchase of 10 – 29 tickets
• 20% discount with the purchase of 30 tickets or more

The Historic Academy Theatre:

• 10% discount with the purchase of 20 – 49 tickets
• 20% discount with the purchase of 50 tickets or more

Contact us at (434) 846-8499 or boxoffice@academycenter.org to place a group order

Need help applying a promo code? View this instructional PDF.

Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. Our delivery methods are as follows:

1. Will Call: Tickets will be held at “will call” at the Bank of the James Ticketing Office up to one hour before the show.
2. Print at Home: This option allows you to print your tickets at home or access them on a mobile device via email.
3. Box Office Pick Up: You may stop by our Bank of the James Ticketing Office during business hours.

ADA seating is available in all venues at the Academy Center of the Arts. Should you need ADA or companion seating, call the Box Office or email boxoffice@academycenter.org for assistance. Patrons booking accessible seating without need may be reassigned to other seats in the instance that an ADA need arises.

Our weather policy states that the Academy Center of the Arts will only cancel events if the weather is severe and unsafe.

• Severe weather would be defined as, but not limited to:
  • Flooding
  • Severe snow
  • Tornado watch/warning
• The safety of our guests, performers, and staff is our main priority in the event of severe weather. The decision to cancel an event will be made in a timely manner with the safety of all those in attendance in mind. The Academy will update patrons via email, our website, and social media, should a cancellation occur. The Box Office will also work to contact ticket-holding patrons in a timely manner.

• All persons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for ticketed performances in our venues.
• All ticket sales are final. There will be NO REFUNDS or exchanges for purchased tickets.
• Lost tickets may be reprinted in person at the Box Office prior to your performance. Patrons must provide proof of purchase, typically a photo ID identifying which will be used to confirm the patron’s identity as the original purchaser.
• All ticket sales are subject to convenience fees and City imposed Amusement Tax. These taxes and fees are added during the checkout process.
• Tickets may not be resold. The resale of tickets on Academy Center of the Arts property is strictly prohibited.
• Note that the event producer and Artist may change dates, times, and/or venues depending on the current COVID-19 environment. Ticket buyers will be updated by the Academy Center of the Arts staff, should any change to schedule or venue occurs. 
• By utilizing an Academy Center of the Arts ticket, patrons agree to:
  • Abide by house rules
  • The capture and use of his/her likeness incidental to any live or recorded transmission or photography of the events and activities
  • Assume all risks incidental to the event to which your ticket admits you and waive any rights against the issuer (Academy Center of the Arts), its agents, management and employees, and performers, which you may have arising out of any accident, personal injury, or loss or damage to property
  • Guests who choose not to follow the rules will be asked to leave the venue without a ticket refund.

All Academy Presented shows, events, and happenings will have tickets sold through academycenter.org and our ticketing system. Please do not use third-party resellers, as we do not contract with them. Should you use a reseller, the Academy Center of the Arts will not be liable for any issues with your purchase.