Morton Theatre

Chamber Music Athens, a 10-day biannual event presented by the UGA Hugh Hodgson School of Music in collaboration with Athens venues, celebrates African-American musical excellence across styles and genres at the historic Morton Theatre in downtown Athens. Acclaimed guest tenor Joshua Stewart performs operatic and jazz selections with UGA faculty. Members of the Athens Hip-Hop Harmonic, a genre-bending collective bringing together Athens Hip Hop artists and UGA musicians, share their newest musical explorations.

Local Event: From Opera to Hip Hop: A Celebration of American Voices

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From Opera to Hip Hop: A Celebration of...

Tuesday May 14, 2024: Chamber Music Athens, a 10-day biannual event presented by the UGA Hugh Hodgson School of Music in collaboration with...

From Opera to Hip Hop: A Celebration of American Voices

World Champion Ted Torres Martin is the # 1 Elvis vocalist in the world! He will bring you an exciting production based on the music of Elvis Presley filled with all the hits you remember and many more. We will make this an unforgettable evening. Come and experience the closest voice to The King! Ted has traveled the world with sold-out shows and has shared the stage with many of Elvis' original musicians and friends throughout the years. Let us take you back in time. Come and be a part of this authentic experience. Ted Torres Martin As 'Elvis The Show!

Local Event: Ted Torres Martin As: ELVIS The Show

Ted Torres Martin As: ELVIS The Show

Friday May 17, 2024: World Champion Ted Torres Martin is the # 1 Elvis vocalist in the world! He will bring you an exciting production...

The Historic Athens Preservation Awards, a signature annual event of Historic Athens, highlights the best preservation projects from the past year and the stories behind them. This year's multi-part event features exclusive access to sites across Historic Downtown Athens, followed by a reception &amp; awards presentation featuring live music by The Original Splitz Band at the Morton Theatre.

Local Event: 2024 Preservation Celebration and 55th Annual Preservation Awards

2024 Preservation Celebration and 55th Annual...

Saturday May 18, 2024: The Historic Athens Preservation Awards, a signature annual event of Historic Athens, highlights the best...

2024 Preservation Celebration and 55th Annual Preservation Awards

Winterville Cultural Center

Mark your calendars for an extraordinary evening of music at Winterville Cultural Center on May 30th, 2024, as Sofia Talvik and Jim White join forces for a night to remember. As Sofia concludes her enchanting U.S. tour, Jim White joins her as the opening act, bringing his eclectic blend of music and artistry to the stage.
Jim White, a multifaceted artist known for his critically acclaimed solo albums, production prowess, and literary achievements, sets the stage for the evening's festivities. With a diverse array of talents, including visual art exhibitions and award-winning fiction, Jim White's music reflects his boundless creativity and unique perspective on life. His latest studio album, "Misfit’s Jubilee," described by American Songwriter as "delightfully deeply odd," showcases his sonic innovation and storytelling prowess.
As the evening unfolds, Sofia Talvik takes center stage for her debut performance at Winterville Cultural Center. Fresh from the acclaim of her latest album, "Center of the Universe," released in 2023, Sofia's music resonates with audiences across the globe. Her spellbinding melodies and evocative storytelling have garnered critical praise and even earned her consideration for a Grammy nomination in the Best Folk Album category.
This performance at Winterville Cultural Center marks a significant milestone in Sofia's musical journey and serves as a fitting finale to her extensive tour across the United States. Audiences can expect an intimate and immersive experience as Sofia shares songs from her latest album and recounts tales from her travels on the road.
Sofia, often compared to giants like Joni Mitchell and Judy Collins, brings the intimate and personal vibe of 1970s coffeehouses to the stage. She expressed her excitement about the upcoming performance, saying, "I'm thrilled to play in Winterville for the first time and to share the stage with a musical legend like Jim White. It's an honor to be part of such an extraordinary evening of music."
Tickets for this extraordinary evening are priced at $25 and available through the cultural center. Don't miss your chance to witness Sofia Talvik and Jim White in concert, as they showcase their exceptional talents and create an unforgettable musical experience at Winterville Cultural Center.

Local Event: A Night of Musical Mastery: Sofia Talvik and Jim White Light Up Winterville Cultural Center

A Night of Musical Mastery: Sofia Talvik and...

Thursday May 30, 2024: Mark your calendars for an extraordinary evening of music at Winterville Cultural Center on May 30th, 2024, as Sofia...

A Night of Musical Mastery: Sofia Talvik and Jim White Light Up Winterville Cultural Center

OCB Unbroken Natural Bodybuilding summer event for men and women. Honoring our "Unbroken Heroes." Hear their inspirational stories. Pro Qualifier &amp; 100% natural-polygraph &amp; urinalysis tested.

Local Event: OCB Unbroken

OCB Unbroken

Saturday June 1, 2024: OCB Unbroken Natural Bodybuilding summer event for men and women. Honoring our "Unbroken Heroes." Hear their...

But God the Stage Play is a story about a dysfunctional family with a lot of lies and secrets amongst them. As things are revealed they realize they only made it this far by the Grace of God. If you have had a "But God" Moment, then you understand. Come out to see how this family deals with their moments.

Local Event: But God the Stage Play

But God the Stage Play

Sunday June 2, 2024: But God the Stage Play is a story about a dysfunctional family with a lot of lies and secrets amongst them. As things...

An evening of music, dance, and theater featuring original choreography and a theatrical one-act, with an emphasis on inspiring, strengthening, and edifying performers and patrons by sharing the love of God through the performing arts.

Local Event: Eternity

Eternity

Friday June 7, 2024: An evening of music, dance, and theater featuring original choreography and a theatrical one-act, with an emphasis on...

SLay Pageants presents the first annual Miss Juneteenth! SLay Pageant’s goal is to empower young girls with confidence, positive self-esteem and inner beauty.

Local Event: Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2024

Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2024

Saturday June 15, 2024: SLay Pageants presents the first annual Miss Juneteenth! SLay Pageant’s goal is to empower young girls with...

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57 Dogs From GA Compete In Iconic Westminster...

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Tuesday, May 14

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From Opera to Hip Hop: A Celebration of American Voices

Friday, May 17

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Ted Torres Martin As: ELVIS The Show

Saturday, May 18

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2024 Preservation Celebration and 55th Annual Preservation Awards

Thursday, May 30

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A Night of Musical Mastery: Sofia Talvik and Jim White Light Up Winterville Cultural Center

Saturday, June 1

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OCB Unbroken

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But God the Stage Play

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Eternity

Saturday, June 15

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Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2024

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