A Magical Motown Christmas
A Magical Motown Christmas – The Ultimate Motown Experience that brings the timeless sound of Motown classics, as well as your favorite holiday jams, to life for one unforgettable night of music, memories, and electrifying live entertainment. This high-energy production features back by popular demand, The Shades of Blue, the iconic group behind the 1966 #1 hit “Oh How Happy!” and inductees into the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame.
The all-star cast includes celebrated Motown performers such as Stuart Avig, original lead singer of one Motown’s First Recording Groups, The Valadiers; Charles Davis, former lead of The Contours; Delbert Nelson, former lead singer of The Funk Brothers; and acclaimed drummer Baby Ray Moore who has played behind Aretha Franklin and Stevie Wonder.
Audiences will enjoy dazzling costumes, dynamic choreography, and breathtaking harmonies celebrating the legendary hits of The Temptations, The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson & The Miracles, Michael Jackson, The Spinners and more—creating a thrilling musical journey through Hitsville USA all the way down to Lynchburg!
Tickets:
(Prices include ticketing fees.)
General Admission: $46.50*
Table Seating (8 per table): $56.50*
*Plus taxes
For more information or to purchase tickets to this performance, contact our Bank of the James Ticketing Office at (434) 846-8499.
Know before you go:
Accessibility & Sensory Advisory
Please visit this page to learn more about accessibility at our venues.
Some performances may include flashing lights, strobing effects, loud sounds, haze, or other sensory elements. Guests with photosensitive conditions, hearing sensitivities, or other health concerns should review show information in advance or contact us at boxoffice@academycenter.org for guidance.
Age Requirement
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this event unless otherwise stated.
Camera Policy
Videography and audio recording during the performances are prohibited. Photography of the set on stage is allowed pre-show, post-show, and during intermission. But we do ask that you show our designers and visiting performers some love by crediting them (and by tagging us) in your social media posts.
Content Advisory
The Academy Center of the Arts offers a diverse selection of entertainment. Not all productions may appeal to or be appropriate for every guest or for all ages. Ticket buyers should take responsibility for making informed decisions regarding their purchases. We recommend visiting the official show website of each show you are coming to see at the Academy. If you ever have questions about the content or appropriateness of a show, please contact us at boxoffice@academycenter.org.
Doors Open
Unless otherwise noted, our lobby doors open 60 minutes prior to show time and house doors open 30 minutes prior to show time for seating.
Parking & Directions
Parking is available on-site and throughout downtown Lynchburg. Our parking map (linked below) shows all of the free public and paid parking available. In addition, street parking is also available on most streets.
Ticketing Policies
Ticketing purchases are non-refundable. By purchasing a ticket to an event at The Academy Center of the Arts, you are agreeing to our ticketing policy. View our full ticketing policy.
Volunteer
Want to volunteer and see this show for free? Contact Kyle Greaney, kgreaney@academycenter.org, for more information.