That is the dream of every Journey fan: to witness the amazing lineup that dominated arenas worldwide in the late ’70s, ’80s, and mid-’90s.

Journey Tribute, ‘Never Stop Believin’,’ makes that dream come true!

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Never Stop Believin', The Incredible Tribute To Journey!

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Bad Moon Rising is the nation’s foremost tribute to one of America’s greatest bands. They skillfully recreate Creedence Clearwater Revival’s rootsy, heavy bayou groove, signature guitar riffs. Bad Moon Rising will take you on a journey back to the heyday of rock n’ roll and make you move in your seat to the some of the best songs of our time.

Bad Moon Rising, The Tribute To Creedence Clearwater Revival!

As a young man, Tony Monaco (Turnstiles’ band leader) became an inspired, lifelong fan of the Piano Man and he used that inspiration to grow as a pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. As a result, Billy Joel’s style has been forever imprinted on Tony’s musical soul

Turnstiles (Billy Joel Tribute)

Moonflower is a tribute to the music of Santana, performed by five musicians whose love for Santana and his music comes first.

Moonflower features Mark Barrios on guitar and vocals, a long-time and well-respected guitarist in the Tampa Bay area. On keys is Brad Trumbull, and on vocals, Manny Betancourt on percussion and vocals, Howard Kleinfeld on bass, and David Nunez on drums.

Moonflower: The Spirit Of Santana

In the spring of 1955, Johnny Cash walked into the legendary Sun Recording Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. The music world was never the same.

Not long afterward, Terry Lee Goffee put his first Johnny Cash record on a turntable, and his world was never the same. He has been a fan of Johnny Cash since he was about 8 years old. Johnny Cash and Elvis were his first two musical influences. He always felt Johnny’s music got better over the years. Cash’s songs addressed a lot of issues common to many people, whether they were sensitive social issues or just some slice of life to which the average person could relate.

The World's Premiere Johnny Cash Tribute Starring Terry Lee Goffee!

PEACE OF WOODSTOCK is a 90-minute music-and-visuals show that’s an in-the-moment tribute to the celebrated Woodstock Music & Art Fair, the legendary three-day concert that took place in August 1969.

Peace Of Woodstock

Aerosmith Rocks!, showcases the swagger and brassiness of Boston’s Bad Boys featuring all the hits you know and love:

Dream On, Walk This Way, Sweet Emotion, Dude (Looks Like A Lady), Love In An Elevator, Other Side, Cryin’, Same Old Song And Dance, Let the Music Do the Talking, Toys In The Attic, Pink, Train Kept A-Rollin’, Big Ten Inch…and more!

Aerosmith Rocks!

What Sinatra was to the 1940’s, Elvis to the 1950’s, the Beatles to the 1960’s, John Denver was to the 1970’s. He was called the song’s best friend, and Carl Bennett’s tribute show captures the true essence of this beloved music legend.

John Denver Tribute

The Dirty Doors celebrate the energy, excitement, and passion of the timeless music of Jim Morrison and The Doors like no other tribute band.

With an intoxicating sound, provocative and uncompromising songs, and the mesmerizing power of singer Jim Morrison, The Doors had a transformative impact on popular music and popular culture.

The Dirty Doors: A Tribute To The Doors

Chicago Rewired is a tribute to “Chicago” – one the longest running and most successful pop/rock groups in history with record sales topping 100,000,000 including 21 top 10 singles, 5 consecutive number one albums, 11 number one singles, and 5 gold singles. Chicago Rewired comprises a unique blend of talented and seasoned musicians from all over the Charlotte and Piedmont Triad areas, who have joined forces with the common goal of accurately replicating the timeless music of “Chicago” – the soundtrack to great memories for so many people.

Chicago Rewired!

His high energy approach is all about the audience participating with singalongs and dancing, his look-a-like and sound-a-like performances are a tribute to the voice of a legends! Be prepared to hear such great hits as Maggie, You’re in My Heart, Hot Legs, Every Picture Tells a Story, Downtown Train, and more!

A Tribute To The Best Of Rod Stewart!

Three Dog Night ruled the airwaves between 1969 and 1975, with 21 consecutive Top 40 hits, seven going gold. 3DN: The Three Dog Night Experience is not just a tribute to the iconic band; it is an engaging and exciting 90-minute concert stage production that will have audiences feeling like they are truly “experiencing” an evening with Three Dog Night. 3DN: The Three Dog Night Experience will bring you all the best, including “One,” “Mama Told Me Not To Come,” “Eli’s Coming,” “Black & White,” “Shambala,” “Celebrate,” “Old Fashioned Love Song,” “Never Been to Spain,” “Joy To The World,” and many more! The seven-member ensemble consists of national touring entertainers who have worked alongside some of the music industry’s top Grammy award-nominated artists and producers.

3dn: The Three Dog Night Experience!

Steve has been in huge demand, and this is a night to remember for fans of Tony Bennett and the American Songbook.
Steve’s 90-minute show includes Tony‘s greatest hits like, Because of You, Rags to Riches, Old Devil Moon, Love for Sale and Tony‘s signature song, I Left My Heart in San Francisco. 

A Tribute To Tony Bennett Starring Steve Leeds

Don’t miss this authentic tribute to the greatest pop group of all time…The Beach Boys! From the tight vocal arrangements to the striped shirts and the authentic, vintage guitars and amps, The Beach Buoys have done the research to effectively recreate a live Beach Boys performance from the mid 60’s, and have even performed alongside Surf legends, Jan and Dean, The Beach Boys Band, and The Wrecking Crew. Their vintage guitars, amplifiers, and drums are the same as The Beach Boys used on stage.

The Beach Buoys

With a career spanning six decades, Bob Seger has sold more than 75 million records, making him one of the world’s best-selling artists of all time. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2012. 

Beautiful Loser: The Bob Seger Tribute

Don’t miss the return to the Athens of Florida’s finest and most respected musicians who have reproduced the sound that made the Eagles one of the most successful musical groups in rock and roll history. They capture the energy, melodies and with five voices filling the harmonic they undoubtedly will please the greatest of any and all Eagles fans. You won’t hear a Tribute Band this great till Hell Freezes Over!

A Journey Through The Music Of The Eagles

In 2018, five friends in South Florida got together and decided to create an epic music project paying tribute to TWO of the most iconic bands of all time…STYX and BOSTON!

A stage show complete with searing guitar licks, vintage synthesizers, a pounding rhythm section, and incredible vocal harmonies, RENEGADE & SMOKIN’ deliver a high energy performance that will have you singing along to hits like “Too Much Time on My Hands,” “Come Sail Away,” and of course “Renegade from Styx and “More Than a Feeling,” “Amanda,” “Long Time,” and so many more from BOTH bands!

Tributes To Styx & Boston

This is the only show that has the David Lee Roth Years and the Sammy Hagar years represented! One amazing singer plays both roles!

After huge albums and tours David Lee Roth left the band. In the late 80s Van Halen made a change and Sammy Hagar stepped in and immediately brought a new sense of vocal melody and a hit song writing mentality to the fold.
The band went on to massive tours with hit after hit, and great MTV videos!

The Best Of Both Worlds - The Ultimate Van Halen Tribute Band!

Featuring the remarkable award-winning guitarist, Jeff Ellis, this extraordinary performance is the most authentic, note-for-note tribute to one of the biggest-selling live albums of all time. Get ready to relive the magic of Peter Frampton’s historic 1976 arena and stadium shows from all over the world.

Frampton Comes Alive, A Peter Frampton Tribute!

The Athens Theatre invites you to come enjoy Natural Woman–a premier tribute to legendary singer/songwriter Carole King. Backed by a full, all-female band, Professional Orlando-based piano entertainer Katie Pinder Brown plays and sings live the iconic songs that defined a generation.

Natural Woman

With sales of more than 80 million albums, including 39 singles, 14 Top 20 hits, and 4 gold records, FOREIGNER is one of the best-loved musical acts of all time.

The Foreigner Experience brings their iconic hits to life with passion and reverence for one of the world’s greatest rock bands.

The Foreigner Experience, A Tribute To Foreigner!

Let’s Hang On has established itself as the preeminent Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons tribute group by combining spot-on vocals and crisp choreography with a genuine ability to entertain an audience. The seasoned performers respectfully pay tribute to all these classic “Four Seasons” details while also paying tribute to the Broadway show, The Jersey Boys.  This powerhouse group will perform all of The Frankie Valli mega hits including: Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You, December of 1963 and Who Loves You!

Let’s Hang On!

Presenting phenomenal vocalist/song stylist Jourdan Carroll portraying the legendary maestro Barry White in the Broadway Style Musical “Let The Music Play.” From the beginning Carroll was always compared to Barry White with his massive vocal range in the low octaves and striking physical features. He honed those skills to become one of the most recognizable Barry White tribute artists in the country. Barry left a legacy of more than 100 million albums sold, over 106 platinum, gold albums, singles, 2 Grammy Awards and now a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!

"Let The Music Play" Jourdan Carroll As Barry White, The Maestro Of Love!

The Surrogate Band returns by popular demand for their eighth year at DeLand’s historic theatre. This Floyd tribute band has built their beloved reputation on their live shows that emulate and recreate the sound and soundscape of Pink Floyd’s live shows.

The Ultimate Pink Floyd Experience And Laser Show

A Gospel Musical that traces the life and career of the world’s greatest gospel singer from her birth in New Orleans as a grandchild of plantation slaves through her rise to wealth and international fame. Mahalia won her first success on the gospel circuit, then went on to phenomenal triumph at New York’s Carnegie Hall and the great concert stages of the world. Come and experience a musical like none other.

How I Got Over: The Mahalia Jackson Musical

Like a private visit to Paisley Park, you’ll be in awe as you watch this stunning Prince tribute!

Featuring extraordinary costumes along with all the hits you know and love, this show is sure to be a rocking’ night out!

Time To "Go Crazy" - Prince Tribute Starring Sir Jac!

Bon Jovi’s career spans 30+ years and over 130 million albums sold worldwide. Another milestone that the band has achieved is that they have tracked 14 Billboard top ten singles of which 8 of those went straight to number 1. Slippery When Wet believes that Bon Jovi has the right kind of song catalog that really lends itself to being performed live as well as fitting into a broad age range that makes for the perfect club demographic.

Slippery When Wet, Jon Bon Jovi Tribute

Fleetwood Gold  will take you on a musical journey from the early years of Fleetwood Mac through Tango In The Night (1987) including songs from Stevie Nicks’ solo career. Note-for-note recreations of the best of Fleetwood Mac with tight harmonies, soaring lead vocals blended with authentic sounds of Fleetwood Mac. It’s all about the music. No backing tracks, wigs, or gimmicks. We are comprised of five experienced, musically awarded, musicians performing the best of Fleetwood Mac.

The Fleetwood Mac Experience

Ted Torres Martin is a multi-talented actor/singer/songwriter/musician who has accomplished extensive touring around the world. This includes: USA, Germany, U.K, Austria, Italy, Japan, Norway, Singapore, Australia, Canada to name a few.

Elvis, The Show! Greatest Hits & More!

The Memphis Motown Soul Experience tribute band brings back the sounds of our greatest musical generation with songs from artists including The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, Sam Cooke, Wilson Pickett, Booker T & The MG’s, Stevie Wonder and many more. This group features dynamic powerful vocalists and a tightly syncopated rhythm section, along with elaborate stage outfits and classic choreography, as they perform their captivating renditions from the Motown song book and classic Memphis soul music of the 60’s and 70’s. The Memphis Motown Soul Experience puts on a show that is guaranteed to entertain & delight music fans of all ages!

Memphis Motown Soul Experience

ABBA is one of the most popular groups in the world today. Their record-breaking hits continue to thrill music lovers of all ages. Since their first triumph at Eurovision in 1974, ABBA has sold over 400 million copies of their albums. Furthermore, new renditions of popular ABBA songs now permeate modern musicals and media, stimulating a new generation of ABBA fans!

Forever Abba Canada!

Southern Cross is a fantastic musical Tribute to one of the most dynamic rock bands from the 60s till Today… Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young!

The band prides itself on impeccable vocal harmonies to recreate some of the toughest vocal songs to perform like the epic Suite Judy Blue eyes and more.

A Tribute To Crosby, Stills, Nash And Young

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum is a classic, nine-time Tony Award winning farce that has been delighting audiences for nearly 60 years! The musical, set in Ancient Rome, follows the exploits of Pseudolus, a slave, who in exchange for his freedom, is trying to help his master, Hero, win the heart of Philia, the newest arrival at the local “house of ill-repute.” But of course, nothing goes according to plan; things quickly go awry; and hilarity ensues as various disguises are donned and identities are mistaken. With catchy, whimsical songs written by the incomparable Stephen Sondheim, this fast-paced script is overflowing with punny dialogue, over-the-top costumes, and vibrant, technicolor sets. This madcap comedy, one of the most beloved musicals of all time, roars onto the stage delivering a chariot filled with colossal laughter, humor, and heart!

A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum

The Band is a multimedia theatrical performance of Electric Light Orchestra Music. “Ticket to the Moon” is a 2-hour performance featuring 10 musicians and all of the best ELO hits including “Don’t Bring Me Down,” “Evil Woman,” “Can’t Get It Outa My Head,” “Strange Magic,” and so many more of the songs that were the sounds track to our lives during the bell-bottomed-80’s and the big-haired-90’s.

The ELO Experience

Close your eyes & you will swear the real Gibb Brothers were performing! Open your eyes & experience the illusion that they’re standing in front of you! Experience an incredible technical, theatrical production before you that touches your senses & effects your emotions.

Bee Gees Now

Don your leather jacket, corset, and fishnet tights, because on Valentines Day, February 14th, DeLand Pride and the Absent Friends are bringing the cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” back to the Athens Theatre after much “antici… pation.”

Rocky Horror Picture Show With Shadow Cast

Frozen, the Musical, JR! takes the classic story of the 2013 film and brings it to spectacular, snowy life on stage! Join Princess Anna as she teams up with her friends (the handsome iceman, Kristoff; his trusty, reindeer companion, Sven; and the adorable, fabulously funny snowman, Olaf) on a thrilling adventure to find her estranged sister Elsa whose icy powers have inadvertently trapped their kingdom in eternal winter! Frozen teaches audiences of all ages that true love can come in many forms and that few things are as unbreakable as the bond between sisters. With music written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (the team behind the film’s award-winning soundtrack), the show features all of the iconic songs from the movie including “Let It Go,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”, and “Love Is an Open Door.” With its lovable characters and inspiring messages of family, friendship, and finding your true self, Frozen is sure to warm the hearts of all who are caught in its icy spell!

Disney's Frozen Jr.

• Liverpool Legends are four lads who were hand-picked by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison of The Beatles.

• Internationally acclaimed Liverpool Legends have toured the world culminating with two sold out performances for 20,000 people at Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, as well as performances in India, Israel, Ecuador, Chile, England, Canada, and throughout the U.S.!

Liverpool Legends

This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot on vocals & fierce piano playing. Rus painstakingly recreates an early Elton concert with gorgeous, colorful & flamboyant costumes actually worn by Elton – including boots, glasses & jumpsuits from 1973, as well as his sparkly tuxedo from 1984! With all the classic young Elton antics, audiences are in for a night of nostalgia, singing, laughing & participation.

The Rocket Man Show

Hold high a mug of cider and gather around the Hearth” this holiday season, as you join critically acclaimed Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA for a festive journey through whimsical and haunted tales of the holidays!

Phantasmagoria's " A Most Haunted Victorian Christmas!"

The Orlando Big Band is back at the historic Athens Theater with their timeless holiday favorites.  Join the OBB along with their friends, Bing, Rosemary, Cab, Glenn, Artie and Benny, as they help ring-in the season!  Playing some of the greatest holiday hits of all time, these cherished songs are sure to pave the way for the festivities.  Including classic selections from the 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s, this spectacular tribute is sure to keep things merry and bright!

Christmas Swing With The Orlando Big Band

All Athens Theatre Youth Academy students in grades 3 through 12 will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from the following classes:

Winter Showcase 2023 (Grades 3-12)

“I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, just like the . . . .” Few songs are as iconic as Irving Berlin’s classic, “White Christmas.” In fact, the song is so iconic that it’s been covered by everyone from Willie Nelson to Lady Gaga. Based on the classic 1954 film, this exuberant musical showcases many of Berlin’s other legendary songs including “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” “Happy Holiday,” “Blue Skies,” and of course, the iconic “Sisters” song! With love on their minds, a pair of suave singing and dancing WWII veterans team up with a duo of lovely singing sisters on the way to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge. When they arrive, they’re surprised to discover that the lodge is owned by their retired General and it is in danger of closing. When there’s no snow for the holidays and the lodge’s guest register remains empty, they pull out all the stops to save the business! And, although “Christmas” is in the title, the show’s underlying theme is also heavy on nostalgia and American pride. The Athens Theatre invites you to unlock the door to the magical holiday season with this spectacular performance which is overflowing with dancing, romance, and laughter! It’s time to get merry and bright and enjoy this delightful experience with the entire family!

Irving Berlin's White Christmas

KISS Alive the Tribute strives to accurately portray the band, its members, choreography, and (of course) the music!  They recapture the energy, intensity, and experience that a 1970’s KISS concert embodied…when KISS ruled the Rock N’ Roll world!

Kiss Alive The Tribute

THE MOST AUTHENTIC VERSION OF THE DOOBIE BROTHERS ANYWHERE! China Grove is a 9-piece band that features fantastic musicians, sensational horns, rocking percussion and absolutely dazzling vocals – performing live versions of classic Doobie Brothers songs from Live at Wolf Trap, Live at the Beacon Theater and Rockin’ Down the Highway collections!

China Grove - A Tribute To The Doobie Brothers

‘Brothers Again’ is committed to playing the music of ‘The Allman Brothers Band’ with authenticity, passion and respect. Southern rock is alive and well and authentically performed by Brothers Again! If you’re ready to rock out to your favorite Allman Brothers Band songs, we’ve got you covered!

Brothers Again, A Tribute To The Allman Brothers!

Crazy Babies Ozzy Rebourne provides the most realistic look, sound and high energy feel of an actual Ozzy concert experience and is proud to recreate over 50 years of Ozzy’s career. Featuring hits from Ozzy’s thirteen solo albums plus favorites from the eight 1970’s Black Sabbath albums. Crazy Babies covers ALL genres, entertaining audiences of all ages with familiar songs from the past and present, including Ozzy’s recent Grammy Award winning ‘Patient Number 9′, high energy hits like ‘Crazy Train’, powerful ballads like ‘Mama I’m Comin’ Home’ and epic classics like ‘Mr. Crowley’ and ‘War Pigs’, plus much more.

Crazy Babies, An Ozzy Osbourne/black Sabbath Tribute

The critically acclaimed Victorian Horror Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA “gathers round the gravestones” to haunt and delight with the newest entry in their long running Halloween mainstage series:

Phantasmagoria Xiv "Tales Of The Undead!"

America’s #1 James Taylor tribute artist Bill Griese visits from Nashville with his acclaimed Sweet Baby James show. Join us for the timeless music of the 6-time Grammy winner, with a performance you have to hear to believe! Not your typical tribute band fare and not a “look-alike” impersonator, Griese brings you the songs & stories of Taylor in a refreshingly authentic way – using only his spot-on vocals and skillful guitar playing. It’s a natural & respectful homage to an American original. Whether you’re a lifelong or casual JT fan, this one is not-to-miss!

Sweet Baby James - The #1 James Taylor Tribute

Stephen King’s critically acclaimed novel, Misery is set to hit the stage! Someone can love you so much it hurts—you. The life of Paul, a successful romance novelist, is saved (or is it?) when he is rescued from a car crash by his “Number One Fan,” Annie Wilkes. Audiences will remember this as the knockout (pun intended) role which won Kathy Bates an Oscar for Best Actress in 1991. When Paul wakes up, he realizes he is being held captive in her remote, secluded home. As he slowly begins to get better, Annie reads the manuscript to his newest novel and becomes engulfed in rage when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain! Annie forces Paul to write a new “Misery” novel, and he quickly begins to realize that his new caretaker/warden has no intention of letting him go anywhere. As Annie continues to unravel and lose her grip on reality, she has Paul writing day and night. It’s as if his life depended on it, which—it turns out—it does. Paul struggles to pen a book he doesn’t want to write and begins to realize that if he does not find a way out of this living nightmare, Misery will be much more than a character in one of his books; it’ll be his sole existence!

Misery

DIAMOND is the ULTIMATE Tribute to the legendary singer/songwriter Neil Diamond as performed by Jack Berrios. DIAMOND captures the feel, the sound, the passion and the excitement of a real Neil Diamond Concert.  Jack is joined on stage with his Diamond Crew: The Diamond Girls: Janet Lamb & Kitei provide the back-up vocals and the glitter to this show. The Brother love Crew: Bradley Garrison on Congas and Talon Berrios on Vocals & Percussions provide the never ending energy & excitement on stage.

Diamond: A Tribute To Neil Diamond

Who’s ready to laugh? For the teen that wants to expand their skills in acting, public speaking, and performing. Students will learn core fundamentals of Improvisation and Pantomime – focusing on games and exercises that encourage trust, communication, active listening, character development, risk taking, and more. Join us for a week of exploration and fun!

Improv, Pantomime, And Theatre Games - Waiting List Only!

All aboard the Hogwarts Express! The wizarding world of Harry Potter is filled with daring adventure. Find out which house you belong to, learn magical spells, dance at the Yule Ball, transform into an Animagus, and much more. Head over to Platform 9 ¾ and fly into the magical world of Harry Potter.


Hogwarts Express - Waiting List Only!

Who doesn’t love a good villain, especially when they have a big, show-stopping musical number?! Explore your evil side and perform songs by your favorite villains including Ursula, Cruella DeVil, Scar, Jafar, Captain Hook, Gaston, Queen of Hearts, and many more. Because it’s good to be bad!

It’s Good To Be Bad - Waiting List Only!

BANANA! Learn to talk like a Minion, pretend to fly to the moon, dance to Swan Lake, build your own rocket ship, squeeze a fluffy unicorn, and play knights and dragons. All this and more in this special camp dedicated to the world of “Despicable Me”.


Despicable You! - Waiting List Only!!

Musicals often have disclaimers for younger audiences due to adult themes or language. Typically, these are shows that teenagers are listening to daily and want to perform. At this camp, high school students will have the opportunity to work on the material they love and are ready to bring to the stage.

This Song Is Asterisked For…

As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, visions of frosty cocktails begin to dance in our heads! Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville is the perfect mini-vacation your tropical-lovin’ heart is looking for! With a book by Emmy Award-winning writer Greg Garcia and Emmy nominee Mike O’Malley this “toes in the sand” musical tells the story of Tully, a charismatic, easily loveable, part-time bartender and singer who unexpectedly falls for a beautiful but career-minded tourist named Rachel. Follow along as this unlikely pair find that incredible sunsets aren’t the only thing that’s hot and sultry in the tropics. Featuring all of your favorite, classic, Jimmy Buffett hits like “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’ Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano,” and many more, get ready to sail to that “One Particular Harbor,” kick off your flip flops, and experience some “Changes in Latitudes!”

Jimmy Buffett’s Escape To Margaritaville

Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. Ren and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including Reverend Shaw Moore. The Reverend has convinced the town to outlaw dancing, which Ren finds unbelievable. With the help of Ariel – the Reverend’s daughter – and his new friend Willard, Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance, and in the process helps the town to heal from a tragedy that affected them all.

Footloose:youth Edition

Nothing says America like great American music! Throughout our history, music has defined us as a nation. This patriotic celebration moves musically through the years, and we’ll be playing some of the greatest music of our time. From “You’re a Grand Old Flag” to “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy;” every tune will remind you of music’s contribution to our great nation. Patriotic selections combined with American favorites will make you want to sing and dance. Be sure to include us in your Independence week festivities!

The Orlando Big Band Salutes The Usa!

Dive under the sea and explore Ariel’s world! Pretend to go sailing or be a sea creature living in the ocean. Make music like Sebastian. Collect gadgets and gizmos a-plenty. But beware of Ursula and her magical powers! Plus, sing and dance to your favorite songs from “The Little Mermaid”. It’s sure to make a splash!

Part Of That World - Waiting List Only!

BLUFFETT featuring The Son Of A Sailor Band is a 100%-live-on-stage Tribute to the legendary Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band!  This show will have the conga-lines moving with an amazing EIGHT PERFORMERS ON STAGE! Complete with beach-type props and costuming, you will believe this IS the real deal!! The amazing look and vocals of Larry Pearson will have you convinced you have been transported to “Margaritaville”!

Bluffett Featuring The Son Of A Sailor Band! (A Tribute To Jimmy Buffett)!

There’s so much more to the world of theater than what happens ON the stage. Lighting, stagecraft, costuming, sound design, and more! This hands-on camp allows students to learn about how the show goes on while simultaneously helping us get ready for our main stage summer stock productions: Annie Kids & Footloose: Youth Edition. Students will work backstage and run tech for all performances (dates listed above).

Design, Costuming, & Tech (2 & 3 Week Sessions*)

Our production camps are here to give your young artist an opportunity to perform a fully staged show. During camp, students will experience the audition process, learn choreography, music, lines, and more while working with a script and rehearsing for the production. It will end with two performances in the historic Athens Theatre.

Annie Kids - Waiting List Only!

Our production camps are here to give your young artist an opportunity to perform a fully-staged show. During camp, students will experience the audition process, learn choreography, music, lines, and more while working with a script and rehearsing for the production. It will end with three performances in the historic Athens Theatre.

Footloose: Youth Edition - Waiting List Only!

Our production camps are here to give your young artist an opportunity to be in a fully-staged show. Students will rehearse and perform the play, 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse in just one week! This camp will end with a performance in the historic Athens Theatre on June 9th.

10 Ways To Survive The Zombie Apocalypse - Waiting List Only!!

Come be a part of the Family Madrigal! Inspired by the world of Encanto, children will dig deep into the vast culture of Latin America through music, dance, crafts, and language – all from a bilingual educator! And yes…we WILL talk about Bruno!

The Family Madrigal - Waiting List Only!

The DeLand Pride Pageant crowns the next DeLand Pride representatives at community events throughout Florida. It’s an evening of spirited performances, fantastic costumes, and friendly competition as our would-be royalty compete to become your next DeLand Pride representatives!

Deland Pride Pageant 2023

It’s time to wrap up the school year and celebrate! All Athens Theatre Youth Academy students will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from the following classes: 

Spring Showcase 2023

It’s time for a night of music and entertainment! Our voice students at the Athens Theatre Youth Academy have been working hard and are ready to sing for you. Join us as we celebrate their accomplishments!

Spring Recital 2023

Based Victor Hugo’s classic novel and the lyrical songs from Disney’s film, the bold and dramatic theatrics, combined with the music’s orchestral and choral power, promise to transport audiences back to fifteenth century Paris and inside the walls of the world’s most famous cathedral.  This powerful and timeless tale of love and heroism coming in the least expected forms will have audiences mesmerized by the magic of this truly unforgettable musical.

The Hunchback Of Notre Dame

Tribute To Elvis

LUNAFEST is a traveling film festival celebrating, showcasing and championing women in film.  Over the past 21 years, LUNAFEST has shone a spotlight on ground breaking new stories and raised over $7 million for women’s causes.  LUNAFEST was the first traveling film festival by women and about women; it opened the door for diverse, female filmmakers to tell their unique stories.

Lunafest

The Stetson University Jazz Ensemble is a major performing ensemble in the School of Music. Performing four concerts per year, members are chosen by audition from musicians of the School of Music, plus interested and talented non-music majors.

Stetson University Jazz Ensemble: A Night Of Bee Bop Hits!

An exceptionally delightful farce, Michael Frayn’s Noises Off makes hilarious fun of what goes on back stage in any theatre. From missed cues and flubbed lines to out-of-control egos, come prepared to enjoy the over-the-top, slapstick humor and to hold your sides with laughter.

Noises Off

You know the songs, “Space Oddity”, “Fame”, “Let’s Dance”, “Rebel Rebel”, “Heroes”, “The Jean Genie”, “Changes”, “China Girl”, ” All the Young Dudes”, “Modern Love”, and so many more. Now see them brought to life by North America’s premier David Bowie Tribute show, FAME- The Ultimate Tribute to Bowie!

The Ultimate Tribute To Bowie-fame

The McCartney Project is America’s #1 tribute to Paul McCartney, The Beatles and Wings. “The Wonder Of It All” is more than a concert; it’s an “experience”! Their authentic tribute starts with left-handed, sound-alike, look-alike Tony Burlingame as Paul McCartney playing the iconic Hofner violin bass. Tony is backed by the talented McCartney Project band that recreates Sir Paul’s music note-for-note. Experience the best of the Beatles and the epic hits of Wings. The show covers more than three decades of music, great for all ages.



The McCartney Project 

The truly great children’s author Roald Dahl brings us a musical to delight all generations, a “joyous girl power romp” full of catchy songs and high-energy dance numbers in which a very special girl with an amazing imagination saves her well-intentioned, shy teacher and triumphs over every sort of adversity. Children and adults will both fall in fall in love with this Broadway hit and winner of 16 Best Musical awards!

Matilda, Jr.

This is a night you won’t want to miss! Come see Volusia County Employees share their amazing talents on stage! Performances will include singing, dancing, instrumental, seven singing crystal bowls, historical reenactment, poetry, a campfire story, and a Zumba routine lead by VCS Assistant Superintendent Julio Nazario-Valle! Attendees will be able to make donations at the show, which will benefit local High School Theatre programs.

Volusia County Schools Employee Talent Show

This merry, sparkling, tuneful, boisterous, big Broadway musical version of the world’s most beloved Christmas story—Dickens’ A Christmas Carol will keep you and the entire family humming its tunes throughout the holiday and wishing everyone a very merry Christmas. Make attending one of the performances a heart-warming gift your entire family will remember for years to come.

Scrooge, The Musical

The Wholigans capture not only the sound and essence of The Who, but could easily pass for the original members of this iconic band.
Concentrating on the ‘Live at Leeds’ era , The Wholigans set list contains a majority of the most popular material from The Who’s catalogue from day one until the final days of Keith Moon.
From the stage clothes, authentic stage gear, and even capturing the mannerisms of The Who, this incredible tribute brings back memories of a Who of yesteryear.  You won’t believe your eyes and ears!

The Wholigans

Directed and choreographed by “Spain’s Got Talent” artistic director and international bailaor Carlos Rodriguez, Flamenco del Sol company explores Bram Stoker’s Gothic horror story through Flamenco dance. Traversing ‘oceans of time’, the story weaves its way between between Spain and Cuba, putting a new, yet deliciously familiar twist on this beloved tale.

Athens Theatre

Nov 9, 2024

Never Stop Believin', The Incredible Tribute To Journey!

Oct 23, 2024

Bad Moon Rising, The Tribute To Creedence Clearwater Revival!

Athens Theatre