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America250: Voices of Virginia
America250: Voices of Virginia — A Celebration of History, Art, and Democracy
In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Charlottesville Ballet and Opera on the James will present America250: Voices of Virginia in Lynchburg. This sweeping multidisciplinary performance traces the arc of the American story—from its founding to the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, to today—through dance, opera, theater, poetry, and music created by Virginia artists.
Audiences will experience:
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Early American compositions and contemporary works, reflecting the evolution of American music across centuries
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Poetry by American literary greats Walt Whitman and Langston Hughes, alongside the powerful voice of Harlem Renaissance poet Anne Spencer
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Multimedia pieces and historical visuals, including a piece honoring our military veterans, plus collaborations with filmmaker Phil Spinner and Lynchburg’s Pierce Street Gateway
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Four singers from Opera on the James’ Tyler Young Artist Program with guest musicians, all performing alongside Charlottesville Ballet’s professional company
America250: Voices of Virginia is more than a performance—it’s a celebration of who we are, how we got here, and where we’re headed together. Don’t miss this inspiring experience of history in motion.
This production is generously underwritten by Mary Jae Abbitt Sushka and Lewis & Bobbi Dunn with support from the Greater Lynchburg Community Foundation.
Tickets:
VIP All-Inclusive Tickets: $85 Adult, $80 Children/Student/Senior/Military
*Includes premium seating with drink tickets
Tier 1: $60 Adult, $55 Child/Student/Senior/Military
Tier 2: $45 Adult, $40 Child/Student/Senior/Military
Tier 3: $30 Adult, $25 Child/Student/Senior/Military
Tickets start at $25 with discounts available for students, seniors, and EBT cardholders through the Virginia Commission for the Arts’ Passport Program. Group rates available.
*Plus taxes and fees
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
Age Requirement
All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket for this event unless otherwise stated. All ages are welcome.
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 Mele Thompson, mthompson@academycenter.org, for more information.