The Arts Center

The Arts Center https://linktr.ee/myartscenterathenstn
The Arts Center is in the heart of downtown Athens. We rent our space too!

Inside is a 200 seat black box theater, exhibit and classroom space, an Artisan Corner, and offices of the Athens Area Council for the Arts. We provide opportunities for the expression of creativity and for the appreciation of the arts.

What if your jukebox let you pick the song AND the style?In "Jukebox Lounge," you'll hear familiar favorites transformed...
06/19/2026

What if your jukebox let you pick the song AND the style?

In "Jukebox Lounge," you'll hear familiar favorites transformed by Wendel Werner’s genre-bending arrangements.

Save the date for "Jukebox Lounge" opening our 2026-27 House Blend Concert Series on Friday, August 14 at 7:00 PM

Tickets go on sale Friday, July 17.

Mark your calendar for the last table read of the 2025-26 season!We're reading "A Little Talk" in the Peggy Dow Performi...
06/19/2026

Mark your calendar for the last table read of the 2025-26 season!

We're reading "A Little Talk" in the Peggy Dow Performing Arts Center on July 14 at 7:00 PM. This table read is led by Kathryn Hunter.

"A Little Talk" is a collection of short pieces written by Susan C. Hunter. The pieces are for characters of all (adult) ages. Some are humorous, some very serious. PG-13 Advisory for mature language.

You can choose your level of participation—whether you want to sit back and enjoy listening or jump into the roles with us! 📖🎭

We're getting to know these young thespians at Jr. Musical Theatre Camp. Tickets are on sale now for their three tickete...
06/18/2026

We're getting to know these young thespians at Jr. Musical Theatre Camp.

Tickets are on sale now for their three ticketed performances of Disney and Pixar’s "Finding Nemo KIDS"
Friday June 26 at 6:00 PM
Saturday June 27 at NOON and 2:00 PM

Tickets for Disney and Pixar’s "Finding Nemo KIDS," directed by Michael Webb and Ethan León, are on sale now:
https://ci.ovationtix.com/36008/production/1277547

Check out NEW Stained Glass Workshop, coming soon!And keep scrolling to see our other classes offered this summer.UPCOMI...
06/17/2026

Check out NEW Stained Glass Workshop, coming soon!

And keep scrolling to see our other classes offered this summer.

UPCOMING CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Stained Glass Workshop (beginner)
meets Thursday, June 25, 5:30 to 8:30 PM

Gouache Painting (beginner)
meets Tuesdays, June 30 - July 27, 4:30 to 6:30 PM

The Studio (FREE art club for teens and tweens)
meets MONDAY, June 29, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Pottery Wheel (beginner)
meets FRIDAYS, July 10 - August 21, 6:00 - 8:30 PM

To learn more and register, visit athensartscouncil.org/classes.

CHECK IT OUT!
"Pottery Studio"
Past and current AACA pottery students can practice in the studio for $20 a month! Certain restrictions apply. Learn more at athensartscouncil.org/pottery-studio

No spots remain for Visual Arts Mini Camp. Check your summer schedule, and sign up for an arts camp today at athensartsc...
06/16/2026

No spots remain for Visual Arts Mini Camp.

Check your summer schedule, and sign up for an arts camp today at athensartscouncil.org/camps.

To stay on top of camp status (space is limited in all summer camps) and get updates/information about instructors and camp details, use hashtag

VISUAL ARTS MINI CAMP (Grades K-5) July 20 - 24
K-2: SOLD OUT
3-5: SOLD OUT

MAKE YOUR MARK CAMP (grades 6-12) July 27 - 31
Led by Nancy Kyzer
Register by July 13
Study master artists, create your own artistic expressions, then show finished work during the last 30 minutes of camp.

Can truth survive when fear takes control?Join ACT director J. Brad McKenzie and producer Autumn N. Lowry at auditions f...
06/15/2026

Can truth survive when fear takes control?

Join ACT director J. Brad McKenzie and producer Autumn N. Lowry at auditions for the provocative drama "The Crucible," by Arthur Miller, and see what happens when suspicion becomes law.

🗓️ DETAILS:
Auditions: Sunday, July 26 at 2:00 PM and Monday, July 27 at 7:00 PM (you only have to attend one audition date)
Location: The Arts Center
Needed: a large cast, ages 18 and older. One notable role is for a young adult Black person.
Show Dates: October 2 - 11, 2026

✨ Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale September 7. Don't miss out!

To fill out the audition form and for more details, visit athensartscouncil.org/auditions.

Express yourself with a personalized specialty plate!Proceeds from the purchase of ANY SPECIALTY PLATE —and more from AR...
06/15/2026

Express yourself with a personalized specialty plate!

Proceeds from the purchase of ANY SPECIALTY PLATE —and more from ARTS plate sales — go to the Tennessee Arts Commission, which sends that money back to our communities as grants.

Visit tnspecialtyplates.org to find out how you can gift a specialty plate and get one for yourself!

Want to try something new or hone your artistic eye? We've got a class for you!UPCOMING CLASSES/WORKSHOPSStained Glass W...
06/12/2026

Want to try something new or hone your artistic eye? We've got a class for you!

UPCOMING CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Stained Glass Workshop (beginner)
meets Thursday, June 25, 5:30 to 8:30 PM

Gouache Panting (beginner)
meets Tuesdays, June 30 - July 27, 4:30 to 6:30 PM

The Studio (FREE art club for teens and tweens)
meets MONDAY, June 29, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Pottery Wheel (beginner)
meets FRIDAYS, July 10 - August 21, 6:00 - 8:30 PM

To learn more and register, visit athensartscouncil.org/classes.

CHECK IT OUT!
"Pottery Studio"
Past and current AACA pottery students can practice in the studio for $20 a month! Certain restrictions apply. Learn more at athensartscouncil.org/pottery-studio

Week 2 of Kids Arts Camp is setting the stage for their Friday performance!Want to learn more about upcoming camps? Scro...
06/11/2026

Week 2 of Kids Arts Camp is setting the stage for their Friday performance!

Want to learn more about upcoming camps? Scroll to see what spaces are available and follow to make sure you don't miss a thing.

📋 All camps are open for registration on our website: athensartscouncil.org/camps 📋

YOUTH THEATRE CAMP (ages 11-17) July 6 - 17 SOLD OUT
Directed by Kelly & Bob Borwick, Pam Thigpen

VISUAL ARTS MINI CAMP (Grades K-5) July 20 - 24
Led by Arts Center visual arts instructors
Register by July 6
Daily visual arts projects end with exhibit of finished work during the last 30 minutes of camp. (Grades K - 2 meet in the morning, while grades 3 - 5 meet in the afternoon.)

MAKE YOUR MARK CAMP (grades 6-12) July 27 - 31
Led by Nancy Kyzer
Register by July 13
Study master artists, create your own artistic expressions, then show finished work during the last 30 minutes of camp.

On Wednesdays we AUDTION FOR MEAN GIRLS!Tonight's your LAST CHANCE to audition for "Mean Girls!" (Wearing pink is option...
06/10/2026

On Wednesdays we AUDTION FOR MEAN GIRLS!

Tonight's your LAST CHANCE to audition for "Mean Girls!" (Wearing pink is optional.)

ACT director Michael Webb, music directors Joshua Bragg and Matthew Crabtree, and choreographer Ethan León welcome you to audition for the smash hit musical, "Mean Girls."

This musical is rated PG-13, so auditions are limited to performers ages 16 and older.

🗓️ AUDITIONS: Tuesday & Wednesday, June 9 & 10 at 6:00 PM
📍 LOCATION: The Arts Center
🎭 SHOW DATES: (Friday - Sunday) August 21 - 30
🖊 DETAILS: Bring comfortable shoes for dancing and a great attitude
📋 AUDITION FORM: Fill out the audition form ahead of time or when you arrive for auditions (if filling out at auditions, please bring all schedules, to mark conflicts)
❓ WHY AUDITION? lots of dancing, fun ensemble roles for those new to singing, leads get to sing AND dance, fun and safe atmosphere for those outside the box.

📅 Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale July 6. Don't miss out!

Fill out the audition form here: https://forms.gle/JBGhhs65UPn9sUyc6

For more details and to explore other exciting opportunities with Athens Community Theatre, visit athensartscouncil.org/auditions.

Address

320 N White Street
Athens, TN
37303

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+14237458781

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