In celebration of Black History Month and in looking forward to 2021, we’re shining the spotlight this week on upcoming performances featuring celebrated artists of color in our venues. However, we cannot tell this story without also shining light on our history and the Black performers that paved the way for these artists to take […]

  At the Academy Center of the Arts, the health and safety of our patrons, staff, performers, and volunteers is our priority. Our staff and Board of Trustees are closely monitoring COVID-19 (coronavirus) and its continuing impact on our community. Our leaders continue to diligently follow the guidelines and recommendations from local authorities and the […]

  The Academy Center of the Arts has announced their new digital programming series, the ACOA Network, which consists of four digital programs focusing on the connectivity between art and our community. Starting Monday, October 26, 2020, the series will air digitally Monday – Thursday for six weeks, bringing viewers new content weekly to their […]

Since ​the entertainment industry shut down ​of​ March 2020, ​over 12 MILLION event professionals and artists have been ​out of work in an industry estimated at generating close to $1-trillion in revenue per year. Due to public health concerns, ​​live events will ​likely ​not return until sometime next year, and key legislation and aid is on the back burner as […]

    The Academy Center of the Arts has announced the kick off of The Academy Is…fundraising campaign, taking the place of their annual Gala and annual fund goals, which aims to provide necessary operating funds for the organization.   “At the Academy Center of the Arts, we believe that one of the cornerstones of […]

(Lynchburg, VA) In the interest of the health and welfare of patrons, staff, volunteers, and performers, the Academy Center of the Arts, 524 Main Street, has increased health & safety policies for upcoming performances at our venues.   Select artists in the September and October months are now scheduled to perform twice per night to […]

The Academy Center of the Arts has just announced the Academy at Home Virtual Series, featuring live-streamed performances, follow-along educational tutorials, and living room concerts from area performers, educators, and artists you know and love.   Each week, we’ll stream and release new content via Facebook, YouTube, and our website, allowing you to experience arts and […]