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Virginia Elvis Festival 2024
OFFICIALLY LICENSED BY ELVIS PRESLEY ENTERPRISES….
Experience this 4th Annual 5-day event taking place at the Historic Academy Center of the Arts Theatre in Downtown Lynchburg, VA September 4-8, 2024…with a special “Kick-Off” event, a newly created show called “Rockabilly Revival” featuring rockabilly classics on September 4th at Bella Vista Hotel and Suites Ballroom all sponsored by “Runk and Pratt Senior Living Communities”.
This festival will pay tribute to one of the world’s most iconic artists to date…Elvis Presley! Featuring 5 of the World’s Top Elvis Tribute Artists and Special Guests accompanied by a 9-piece band and a total of 6 exhilarating shows, 2 After Parties, and 1 (additional purchase) Add On Show. Following the main performances, guests will get to relax and enjoy our exclusive after-party entertainment held at The Academy Warehouse Theatre.
Any additional questions? Contact our TMJR Production Support Line at 540-425-4638 or email us [email protected]
For more information visit www.VirginiaElvisFestival.com
For tickets contact our Box Office at 434-382-9354
Tickets
Zone 1 – Ultimate Elite Package: $350*
Zone 2 – TCB Package: $325*
Zone 3 – TCB Package: $300*
Zone 4 – Standard Package: $200*
Day Pass: $60* per day; includes access to all events in Historic Academy Theatre for that day
Festival passes are now on sale. Additional ticketing options will become available at a later date.
*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.
Main Headlining Shows
Wednesday 9/4/24 7:30PM “Rockabilly Revival”
Location: Bella Vista Hotel and Suites Ballroom
Experience 90 minutes of strong rhythms, boogie woogie piano riffs, doo-wop, a cappella singing and high energy performances. Enjoy the music of Carl Perkins, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash and many more! Featuring Chris Wren, Taylor Rodriguez, Jacob Tolliver, Christopher Essex, Nathan Douglass and Jamaal Farrow.
Friday 9/6/24 2:00PM “Elvis: The Greatest Hits”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre
A showstopper built around Elvis Presley’s Greatest Hits! Elvis’ music had a cultural impact, establishing Elvis internationally, with hits like Hound Dog, It’s Now or Never, Teddy Bear and more. Enjoy an afternoon with all of your favorite hits! Featuring Cody Slaughter, Dwight Icenhower, Jay Dupuis, and Nick Perkins.
Friday 9/6/24 7:30PM “Under The Memphis Sun”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre
The story of an impromptu jam session that redefined the term forever. Fate brought together some of music’s greatest legends for one night of music. It was this one night that created one of the greatest sessions ever in music history, “Under The Memphis Sun”. Starring Taylor Rodriguez, Chris Wren, Christopher Essex, Jacob Tolliver, Nathan Douglass and Jamaal Farrow.
*Friday 9/6/24 11:59PM “Elvis Unplugged”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre Backstage
A premiere intimate candlelit acoustic set showcasing an array of the most romantic songs to the raw edgy upbeat tunes. Cody Slaughter, Dwight Icenhower, Jay Dupuis, and Nick Perkins will “WOW” the audience in this sixty minute debut. *This show is an additional “add-on” show and is not included in any package. Limited to 100 Guests.
Saturday 9/7/24 2:00PM “The Queen Meets The King: Elton and Elvis”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre
This two hour show brings two Phenomenal Entertainers to Life on “ONE” stage. Act One features Sir Elton John, portrayed by “five” times World Champion Dwight Icenhower, who will take the audience through the career of Sir Elton John in a “glam rock” style.
The second act highlights the glitz and glamour of the King of Rock N’ Roll, Elvis Presley, portrayed by Award Winning Elvis Tribute Artist Nick Perkins. The dynamics of these two significant entertainers bring an electrifying
performance equivalent to the sold out shows of Elton John and Elvis Presley.
Saturday 9/7/24 7:30PM “ELVIS: The International”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre
An estimated 2.5 million people filled sold out shows from 1969 to 1976. Join us as we celebrate the glitz, glamour and high energy dynamics of the Las Vegas years. Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists, Cody Slaughter, Taylor Rodriguez, Dwight Icenhower, and Jay Dupuis takes the audience on a musical journey reliving the legendary career of Elvis Presley in Las Vegas .
Sunday 9/8/24 3:00PM “Where No One Stands Alone”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre
Gospel music was a refuge for Elvis through out his career. He centered himself with inspirational songs that were the root of his southern upbringing. Join us as we bring back the harmonious sound of Elvis and his closest friends who gathered routinely to sing the songs that transfixed Elvis from a young boy to an adult.
Featuring Taylor Rodriguez, Jay Dupuis, Dwight Icenhower, Cody Slaughter, and Nick Perkins.
Additional Activities
Thursday 9/5/24 3-5PM Check-In and Registration
Location: The Virginian Hotel Ballroom
Pick up your passes, information, schedules, and have the opportunity to ask our staff questions to ensure your time with us is the most enjoyable experience you’ve had!
Thursday 9/5/24 5:15PM VIP TOAST
Location: The Virginian Hotel Ballroom
All “Ultimate Elite” and “TCB” passholders are welcome to attend this special toast to the beginning of a memorable weekend full of ELVIS. Make sure to bring your passes!
Thursday 9/5/24 8:00PM “A Movie Night with ELVIS”
Location: The Historic Academy Theatre
NEW to this year is “A Movie Night with ELVIS”, experience this great night with friends filled with popcorn, candy, and drinks as you enjoy one of Elvis’ greatest movie hits (film TBA). Guests will also get to meet and mingle with some of this years headliners as they will be in attendance as well!
Friday 9/6/24 10:00PM “The Official After Party”
Location: The Academy Warehouse Theatre
Relax and enjoy live music, performed by the cast of Under The Memphis Sun.
Saturday 9/7/24 10:00PM “The Official After Party”
Location: The Academy Warehouse Theatre
Relax and enjoy live music with all of our headliners, live music performed by the cast of Under The Memphis Sun.
Sunday 9/8/24 11:00AM “VIP Meet N’ Mingle”
Location: The Academy Center Lobby
Get to meet n’ mingle with your favorite headliners. Take pictures, get autographs in this special VIP ONLY event!
*Ultimate Elite and TCB Pass-holder ONLY Event*
Additional Information:
- Bella Vista Hotel and Suites, The Virginian Hotel are our official hosting hotels with a special rate of $145 Per Night
- Bella Vista Hotel and Suites provides complimentary parking, and a free continental breakfast, and 1 restaurant on hotel property
- The Virginian Hotel has 3 restaurants on hotel property
- There will be a shuttle service available from our hosting hotels to all events (shuttle schedule TBA)
- For all events taking place at The Academy: Doors to lobby will open 1 hour prior to show time, and the house will open for seating 30 minutes prior to showtime
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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 [email protected].
Doors Open
Our lobby doors open 60 minutes prior to show time. 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, [email protected], for more information.