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Academy Theatre
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Founded in 1956, Atlanta’s oldest theatrical organization that has nurtured such talent as the Tony Award-winning Kenny Leon has found a new life and location in Hapeville, where it emphasizes educational programs as well as performances.
Battle Acts! May The Funniest Survive!
Saturday August 22, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $10
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Improvability Theory presents Battle Acts! the Academy Theatre's long running improv comedy competition. 8 improvisers start on stage and you, our wonderful audience, vote for the scenes you like and the actors in those scenes survive! Who will be the champion? Be there and find out! All the scenes ...
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SuperHero/Villain Improv
Saturday August 22, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $10
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Improvability Theory presents Battle Acts! the Academy Theatre's long running improv comedy competition. 8 improvisers start on stage and you, our wonderful audience, vote for the scenes you like and the actors in those scenes survive! Who will be the champion? Be there and find out! All the scenes ...
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Live Radio Drama: The Call of Cthulu & More!
Sunday August 30, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $12
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The Atlanta Radio Theatre Company is back with 'The Call of Cthulu' Rory Rammer, and more!
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Nancy Gaddy What’s Going On
Sunday September 27, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $30
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Nancy Gaddy is back with a new cabaret featuring songs of social protest and commentary. Backed by crack musicians, this show will be uplifting and fun and address today’s concerns. A century of songs designed to promote understanding and change is in store!
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What's Going On - Tunes for Turbulent Times
Sunday September 27, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $30 in advance $35 at the door
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Nancy Gaddy returns to the Academy Theatre with an encore performance of her acclaimed sold-out cabaret, dishing out a setlist alive with songs that capture the spirit of today's most talked about topics. Featuring a reimagining of tunes by David Byrne, Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, Don Henley, H.E.R.,...
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Celtic Thunder's Keith Harkin in concert with Cailini
Sunday November 8, 2026 06:30 PM EST
Academy Theatre
Cost: $30- $75
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An acoustic evening honoring Irish and American musical styles, featuring past original Celtic Thunder member and international singer-songwriter Keith Harkin, performing Celtic favorites alongside his original folk/country music. Special Guest, Cailini: The American Celtic Woman Experience will ope...
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The Brandon Lewis Quintet Swings
Sunday August 16, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $20
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Brandon Lewis and friends from Kennesaw State University bring you a night of the best in live new jazz musicians. Steeped in modern and classical jazz traditions, you'll hear the finest in up-tempo and ballads. Featuring Xavier Felix, Brendan Kyle, Brick Harpe, & Isaac Boroughs on the vocals! Come ...
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Mathew Band: An Open Rehearsal with Q & A Session
Sunday August 2, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $15
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Music & Discussion
The Mathew Band presents their music in an intimate "Open Rehearsal" format where comments, questions, and even criticism are highly encouraged. Interact with the group as they explore the inspiration, construction, and preparation of their songs and lyrics, and share what it's li...
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Mathew Band: An Open Rehearsal with Q & A Session
Saturday August 1, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $15
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Music & Discussion
The Mathew band presents their music in an intimate "Open Rehearsal" format where comments, questions, and even criticism are highly encouraged. Interact with the group as they explore the inspiration, construction, and preparation of their songs and lyrics, and share what it's li...
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Yon Re El and Friends Play the Music of Herbie!
Tuesday July 28, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $20
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Categories: Jazz & Blues
Yon Re El and friends bring jazz, soul, and funk back to the Academy Theatre's diamond stage! Bringing the music of Herbie Hancock. The special night celebrates on of America's great instrumentalists. From his time with Miles Davis to the current day, Mr. Hancock has shaped ...
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Carole Rinn and Band: New Music Lands!
Sunday July 26, 2026 07:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $15
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Carole Rinn and her band bring great original music and guitar work to our diamond stage. Carole Rinn is a singer/songwriter & musician. She was born in Austin, TX and grew up abroad in Europe, studying guitar at the Music school of Heuchelheim when living in Germany and also studied Flamenco guitar...
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Kraken's Release: Party Polka Pop with a Celtic Twist!
Friday July 24, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $15
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Categories: Celtic / Folk Music
Brian Walsh, the band's director, is an Academy Alumnus!
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Kraken's Release: Party Polka Pop with a Celtic Twist!
Friday July 24, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $15
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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Categories: Celtic / Folk Music
Brian Walsh, the band's director, is an Academy Alumnus!
Hear a preview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isYzxmgW7ms
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Summer Improv Jam: Everybody's Hot, Everyone's Funny!
Sunday July 19, 2026 06:30 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $5
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Categories: Comedy & Improv, Live Entertainment and Family-Friendly Events
Improvability Theory is back with a hilarious improv comedy jam where the funniest new and classic talent take your suggestions and turn them into funny scenes. Brian Phillips, Dylan Easley, and Demmarie Boreland lead our cas...
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Auditions: Tapas: Declarations of Independence
Friday July 10, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $30
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Academy Theatre announces auditions for the 10th in-person production of Tapas: Declarations of Independence, this year’s short play festival featuring acclaimed and emerging playwrights and directors exploring the theme of independence through original theatrical works.Auditions will be held at Aca...
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TAPAS 10TH ANNUAL SHORT PLAY FESTIVAL – DECLARATIONS OF INDEPENDENCE
Friday July 10, 2026 03:00 PM EDT
Academy Theatre
Cost: $30- $75
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This year's 'Tapas' brings you nine plays about all the ways we declare independence. Be it from our parents, our children, our preconceived notions, or the ghost turtle that haunts us all, you'll laugh and sigh along with our great cast of 21 actors. Our playwrights include Hank Kimmel, Paige Stead...
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