June 2020
Sun Dogs: RUSH Tribute Band
Sun Dogs: RUSH Tribute Band About the Show: In the wake of Rush's final tour, Sun Dogs formed with the goal of reproducing the sounds of rock's finest Canadian trio. Mark Schenker of multi-platinum selling recording and touring artist KIX takes on many roles, including bass, lead vocals, keyboards and bass pedals. Andy Rabin handles the guitars and bass pedals, and even chimes in with some backing vocals. On drums and all things that can be hit with a drum stick, from drum triggers to a MalletKAT, is Vince Tricarico. “The biggest challenge for the band, aside from the complexity of the music itself, is creating all that sound with only three people.” Vince says, “But that's a big part of what makes it fun for us and for our fans.” Vince has big shoes to fill and does so with both aplomb and a massive drum kit. “Sometimes I think the drum kit is the fourth member of the band,” adds Andy. The band plays songs from every era of Rush's career. “We love it all,” Mark says. “We're huge Rush fans just like everyone who comes out to see us play.” Catch the band when…
Find out more »Young Actors: A Golden Trip to Neverland
Instructor: Nora Moore In this week-long introduction to theatre camp for young actors, children will learn theatre basics and perform a small show at the end of the week. Parents are invited to see the short performance in the Warehouse Theatre on June 19 at 12:00pm. About the show: In this Fractured Fairytale, Peter Pan and The Frog Prince are combined to create a story unlike any other! Wendy is a Princess, with three siblings, who finds a frog in her basement. With a little magic, that frog transforms in Peter Pan and everyone is off on an adventure to Neverland! Filled with some of the classic Peter Pan characters you love alongside some new characters you’ve never met before, this script provides great opportunities for younger actors to explore creating character, memorizing lines, or simply getting used to using a script.
Find out more »August 2020
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This family favorite includes the well-known songs “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain’s immediate service in their navy. The Von Trapp family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Performance Schedule: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 7:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 PM Tickets: Student: $10.00…
Find out more »MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This family favorite includes the well-known songs “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain’s immediate service in their navy. The Von Trapp family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Performance Schedule: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 7:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 PM Tickets: Student: $10.00…
Find out more »MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This family favorite includes the well-known songs “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain’s immediate service in their navy. The Von Trapp family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Performance Schedule: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 7:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 PM Tickets: Student: $10.00…
Find out more »MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This family favorite includes the well-known songs “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain’s immediate service in their navy. The Von Trapp family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Performance Schedule: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 7:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 PM Tickets: Student: $10.00…
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MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This family favorite includes the well-known songs “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain’s immediate service in their navy. The Von Trapp family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Performance Schedule: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 7:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 PM Tickets: Student: $10.00…
Find out more »MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music
MasterWorx Theater Presents: The Sound of Music The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. This family favorite includes the well-known songs “My Favorite Things,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” “Climb Every Mountain,” and, of course, “The Sound of Music.” When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain’s immediate service in their navy. The Von Trapp family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. Performance Schedule: Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM Friday, August 21 at 7:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 22 at 7:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 PM Tickets: Student: $10.00…
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RESCHEDULED: Empty Bowls 2020
Empty Bowls 2020 Benefitting the Lynchburg Daily Bread As the Academy Center of the Arts continues to respond to the ever-evolving circumstances of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the decision to reschedule the Empty Bowls annual fundraiser for the Lynchburg Daily Bread. This event will now be held on August 29, 2020."This decision was made for the safety of our participants but also to maximize our ability to fundraise for the Daily Bread," said Executive Director, Geoffrey Kershner. "At a time when many are being advised to practice social distancing, we want to hold this event when all members of our community are comfortable attending."For those that have already purchased tickets to Empty Bowls, your tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date. We are also offering attendees the option of donating the value of their tickets to the Daily Bread, should they be unable to attend the new date.To speak with a Box Office representative, please call (434) 846-8499. The 12th Annual Empty Bowls event to benefit the Lynchburg Daily Bread will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020, from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm, at the Academy Center of the Arts' Warehouse Theatre, 519 Commerce St. Please join us as we support…
Find out more »October 2020
In the Light of Led Zeppelin
In the Light of Led Zeppelin An exploration and imaginative new musical experience honoring Page, Plant & The Music of Led Zeppelin About the Show: A unique musical experience inspired by the musical evolution of both Jimmy Page & Robert Plant, In The Light of Led Zeppelin is bringing audiences a new musical and visual interpretation of the Led Zeppelin Experience the same way Page and Plant presented it in 1994 through 1998. A genre-bending, chance-taking project, the music is performed with the same detail using the authentic instrumentation. This extraordinary, highly refined tribute ensemble digs deeper into the Middle Eastern and classical influences that permeated "Kashmir" — and then follows that intriguing thread into brand-new sounds when performing Led Zeppelin classics, providing a unique, not-to-be-missed musical experience, from the hard-rocking Zeppelin classics to the acoustic masterpieces. "The very essence of Led Zeppelin is captured by this remarkable group of talented musicians ...live the experience ...once again !" - Mark Stein / Vanilla Fudge “It’s Trans Siberian Orchestra meets Led Zeppelin” - Carrolwood Cultural Center "Let’s face it if you are a fan of the great Led Zeppelin you will be highly impressed…
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