Deemed as America’s “second Independence Day”, Juneteenth is celebrated every year on June 19th. Combining the words “June” and “Nineteenth”, the holiday commemorates a timeless victory, the emancipation of slaves. In honor of Juneteenth, the Academy is thrilled to host two separate events on June 18, 2022, that are free to the public. “We […]
Beyond the Bell Tower with Academy Youth Theatre Professionals
The bells are ringing and Academy Youth Theatre is singing! Opening on June 24, 2022, and going until June 26, join AYT for their take on the classic tale of The Hunchback of Notre Dame on the Historic Academy Theatre stage! This production will tell the timeless story of Quasimodo, the hunched-back […]
Behind the Scenes of Academy Youth Theatre’s Production of My Son Pinocchio, JR.
Academy Youth Theatre is BACK with their April production of My Son Pinnochio, JR!. The classic tale of Geppetto the toymaker and his little wooden puppet was given new life on the Historic Academy Theatre stage. The show opened Saturday, April 16, 2022 at 2 PM and closed on the same day at 7 […]
Celebrate Black History Month at the Academy
Each year during the month of February, millions of people come together to celebrate the annual commemoration of Black History Month. During the twenty-eight days, we celebrate the history, heart, and happenings that make up the foundation of Black history. In Lynchburg, the Black community thrives and reminds members of the area to celebrate […]
Talking Magic with Masters of Illusion® Performer, Michael Turco
You’ve seen them dazzle your TV screen on the CW network for years and through performances on various talk shows – but as they say in the magic world, you haven’t seen magic until you’ve seen it LIVE! What better group to see live magic from than the world-renowned, hit-television stars and America’s […]
Celebrate 100 Years of Fleischer Studios at the Academy Center of the Arts
On a random day in 1921, two dreamers with a shared love of animation rented a New York City basement apartment. It was there, that brothers Max and Dave Fleischer created and began Out of the Inkwell Studios. Eight years later in 1929, Out of the Inkwell Studios transformed into a much more popular […]
Happy Holidays! With Love, The Academy Center of the Arts
Like the rest of you, with the holiday season upon us and usual festivities inching closer, the Academy Center of the Arts family is wrapping up the year 2021. As excited children all over the world will run to their tree and open up presents on Christmas morning, we want to offer up one […]
The Academy Center of the Arts Kicks off the Holiday Season with Maker’s Market + Movie Marathon
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Academy Center of the Arts is thrilled to present an array of shows and events for all to enjoy this holiday season. As we know the holidays look different for everyone, the Academy is here to represent the purest forms of Christmas cheer within these […]
Live! From Lynchburg Raises Both Funds and Spirits
Written by: Izzi Diaz Live! From Lynchburg … it’s Saturday night! Each year, the Academy Center of the Arts hosts our annual fundraising Gala. This event serves as a way for donors and community members to connect back to the Academy’s mission, experience local, regional, and national touring performances, and to donate to programs […]
Academy Announces Juneteenth Celebrations
Join the Academy Center of the Arts as we honor Juneteenth, the holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States, on June 19, 2020, in collaboration with the Juneteenth Coalition, The Listening, inc., and area artists of color. To kick off the Juneteenth celebrations, the Academy and BWX Technologies, Inc. will […]
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