Academy Center of the Arts

Lynchburg's Local Arts Center

Warehouse Theatre and Lobby

 

The Joy and Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre is located at the corner of Fifth St. and Commerce St., and is the home of the Academy Center of the Arts’ box office, the Warehouse Theatre space, art studio, and education classrooms. The lobby of the Warehouse Theatre also hosts the Arts and Education Gallery, with artwork that rotates monthly.

The Warehouse Theatre hosts a variety of events and rentals, from theatre and dance, to live music, conferences, and proms. The 5,000 square foot space seats up to 300 patrons in our risers, 600 persons standing room, and 300 seated banquet style, with the ability to create additional layouts for rentals and special events. 

Parking at the Joy and Lynch Christian Warehouse Theatre is limited, but there are numerous free and paid parking options within walking distance to the Academy.

For more information on parking and directions, visit this link.

 

 

Capacity:

  • 280 Persons Seated
  • 500 Persons Standing

 

COVID-19 Capacity:
  • 88 persons during a performance using risers
  • 30 -90 persons during an event with tables and chairs, depending on the configuration

 

Tech Specs:

  • Seating capacity: up to 372
  • Standing room capacity: up to 700
  • Room dimensions: 73’2.5″ x 71’8.5″
  • Loading area: can accommodate 1 vehicle
  • Backstage spaces: dressing room facilities to accommodate up to 20 performers
  • Black box lighting grid
  • Catering kitchen available
  • Front projection system available

 

Rentals Include:

  • Use of Theatre and/or Lobby
  • Basic Lighting and Sound Package
  • Use of some Dressing Rooms and Backstage Areas
  • Use of Bathrooms
  • Use of Catering Kitchen
  • Use of Coat Check Area
  • Wifi Access
  • Add on:
    • Use of chairs, tables, specialty event needs
    • Specialty/Advanced Lighting or Sound
    • Use of Projector
    • Concessions and Bar

 

Full Tech Specs

 

Floor Plans

 

CONTACT US:

(434) 846-8499
600 Main Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
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CURRENT ACADEMY HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES 9/24/21

At the Academy Center of the Arts, the health and safety of our patrons, staff, performers, and volunteers is our priority. Like you, we are closely monitoring COVID-19 and its current impact on our community, and are following CDC guidelines and recommendations from local authorities and the Virginia Department of Health.


In response to current CDC recommendations, the requests of our performing artists, and to protect our community, everyone entering the Academy Center of the Arts’ facilities for Academy ticketed performances, classes, and gallery activities will be required to wear a face mask as of September 17, 2021.


– Guests must remain masked at all times, however, masks can be removed momentarily only when eating or drinking.

– Masks must fit snugly and cover the wearer’s nose and mouth.

– Masks will be readily available in our lobbies, galleries, and classrooms for patrons in need.


Upcoming events that require COVID-19 Vaccination OR Proof of Negative COVID-19 Diagnostic test result are listed at academycenter.org/health-safety-guidelines/.


Any patrons with tickets to an Academy performance that do not wish to comply with our current policies may receive a full refund through our Box Office, M-F, 12PM – 5PM, by phone at (434) 846-8499 or by email at [email protected].