The 18th annual exhibit features art by area students in Morgan County, elementary school through high school, in coordination with area school art teachers. Sponsored by: Alabama Center for the Arts, Carnegie Visual Arts Center, with Yea Decatur! Awards provided by Rotary Club of Decatur Daybreak. Special Event: Thursday, March 11th at 5:30pm Facebook Event […]
The Calhoun Community College Fine Arts department is set to display one of its most anticipated annual exhibits – The Student Art Show Competition. The show will be held at the Alabama Center for the Arts, Visual Arts Gallery, in downtown Decatur, 133 2nd Ave NE, from April 2 – April 14, 2021. The showcase […]
April 16 - April 30, 2021 The exhibit is in the Alabama Center for the Arts Main and Walking Galleries.
17th & 18th Century Italian Songs & Arias plus Broadway musical selections from Beauty & the Beast, Newsies, Jekyll & Hyde, Waitress, The Boy from Oz, Love Never Dies, Cinderella, and more! Voice Instructor, Granville Oldham, Jr.
The Junior Duck Stamp Program is a youth art contest sponsored by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that is designed to teach youth about waterfowl and their habitat needs. The annual contest is held in each of the 50 states and is open to grades kindergarten through 12th grade. This show features 37 pieces […]
“Collective Imagination” is an art show featuring works from the Alabama Center for the Arts’ full-time visual and performing arts faculty from Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. This is the first time the ACA has featured only its full-time faculty in an exhibit. Featured artists include: • Jamie Adams – Assistant Professor of Art, […]
Performing some of Broadway's most beloved hits LIMITED RUN! Tickets are free | Seating is limited | Face coverings required | Social distancing observed To reserve a seat, please contact lauren.cantrellsalerno@calhoun.edu
Performing some of Broadway's most beloved hits LIMITED RUN! Tickets are free | Seating is limited | Face coverings required | Social distancing observed To reserve a seat, please contact lauren.cantrellsalerno@calhoun.edu
ACA's first art exhibition featuring only ACA full-time faculty in the visual arts and performing arts There will be a short program by Dr. Donna Estill, Dean of Humanities & Social Sciences (Calhoun) and Dr. Stephen Spencer, Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (Athens State) plus the introduction of our faculty. Most faculty will be […]
The 2021 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama is a traveling juried art show that displays artwork created by students throughout Alabama who have visual impairments, blindness, and/or deaf-blindness. The show will be displayed through Wednesday, September 15 in the Walking Gallery. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
A collaboration between the Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area, the University of North Alabama Public History Center, and Abraham Rowe Photography Reception + Gallery Talk with Peggy Towns: Thursday, July 29 at 5:30pm (Main Gallery) https://whnt.com/news/decatur/muscle-shoals-national-heritage-area-debuts-new-photo-exhibit-in-decatur/
The Alabama Center for the Arts, in the first-ever musical collaboration between the Calhoun Theatre and the Athenian Players, present: Something Rotten! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Choreography by Lauren Cantrell Salerno Music Direction by Granville Oldham Directed by Dr. Hugh K. Long The […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts, in the first-ever musical collaboration between the Calhoun Theatre and the Athenian Players, present: Something Rotten! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Choreography by Lauren Cantrell Salerno Music Direction by Granville Oldham Directed by Dr. Hugh K. Long The […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts, in the first-ever musical collaboration between the Calhoun Theatre and the Athenian Players, present: Something Rotten! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Choreography by Lauren Cantrell Salerno Music Direction by Granville Oldham Directed by Dr. Hugh K. Long The […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts, in the first-ever musical collaboration between the Calhoun Theatre and the Athenian Players, present: Something Rotten! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Choreography by Lauren Cantrell Salerno Music Direction by Granville Oldham Directed by Dr. Hugh K. Long The […]
Calhoun Theatre presents: The Shape of Things by Neil Labute Directed by Jessica Miller (Calhoun Theatre/ACA Alum) *For mature audiences* *This is a fundraiser for the Calhoun Theatre Department Tickets available at the door (cash or check only)
Calhoun Theatre presents: The Shape of Things by Neil Labute Directed by Jessica Miller (Calhoun Theatre/ACA Alum) *For mature audiences* *This is a fundraiser for the Calhoun Theatre Department Tickets available at the door (cash or check only)
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “Sustaining Dialogues: Two Painters” in the Center’s Main Gallery on September 9. The exhibit will feature 20 paintings a piece from Alabama artists Daniel White and Tony Sturgis. Sturgis will exhibit new works from over the last year and White will exhibit […]
The ACA Emerging Artists Exhibit features the art students of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University and is held in conjunction with the juried River Clay Fine Arts Festival held in historic downtown Decatur on the grounds of City Hall. River Clay Fine Arts Festival brings together people from across the region to celebrate […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written […]
High School Counselors, Career Coaches, and Art Educators and your staff are invited to the Annual Appreciation Breakfast to be held at the Alabama Center for the Arts hosted by Calhoun and Athens State. This year we’ll “Focus on the Arts” taught at the Alabama Center for the Arts. You’ll get to meet our Art […]
The Athenian Players invite you to join them for their Fall 2021 performance of Log Cabin by Jordan Harrison. Described by TheatreMania as an examination of “our impulse to slam the door behind us just as we cross the threshold of privilege,” Log Cabin presents two upper-class married couples, one gay and one lesbian, struggling […]
Granville Oldham, Jr., conductor Newt Johnson, accompanist ACA Box Office opens one hour prior to the performance. Tickets are available at the door while they last.
Traditional, Classic, and Seasonal Holiday music for the Season performed by Alabama Center for the Arts students of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. Directed by Lauren Cantrell Salerno, Calhoun Theatre and Granville Oldham, Calhoun Vocal Music. ACA's winter concert is family-friendly and is free and open to the public. All tickets must be […]
Traditional, Classic, and Seasonal Holiday music for the Season performed by Alabama Center for the Arts students of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. Directed by Lauren Cantrell Salerno, Calhoun Theatre and Granville Oldham, Calhoun Vocal Music. ACA's winter concert is family-friendly and is free and open to the public. All tickets must be […]
Traditional, Classic, and Seasonal Holiday music for the Season performed by Alabama Center for the Arts students of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. Directed by Lauren Cantrell Salerno, Calhoun Theatre and Granville Oldham, Calhoun Vocal Music. ACA's winter concert is family-friendly and is free and open to the public. All tickets must be […]
The ACA is hosting our 8th annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibition in the Walking Gallery of our Visual Arts building. This show is in conjunction with the Friends of Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Festival of the Cranes. ACA’s Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibition features art by students, alumni, faculty, and staff […]
North Alabama Zoological Society will present FrogWatch presentations and have Q & A after each talk.
Join students and faculty from the Alabama Center for the Arts as we help kids of all ages create animals, plants, and flowers from their thumbprints. All supplies will be provided, just bring yourself and your imagination. This is a come-and-go event, so stop by and make some nature-inspired art with us!
North Alabama Zoological Society will present FrogWatch presentations and have Q & A after each talk.
Students K-12 are welcome to join Art Educator Tammie Clark in a 1.5 hour workshop guiding them through participating in the Jr. Duck Stamp Conservation and Design Contest. Students will receive drawing tips, composition ideas, and contest entry guidelines. Supplies will be provided and entry forms are available in this “One-Stop-Shop” for contest entry.
Guest lecturer, Stephen Humphreys will share insightful information about the art in his private collection from his travels in Vietnam. He will answer questions submitted through the comments section during the live event. Meet us on Alabama Center for the Arts Facebook account on Tuesday, Feb. 8th at 12:00pm! The "Faces of Vietnam" exhibition is […]
Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some […]
Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some […]
Lunch & Learn at the ACA hearing some of our fine Alabama writers read and speak. All events are 12:30pm-1:30pm February 16 - Marlin Barton March 16 - Gayle Young April 20 - Jasmine Flowers May 18 - John Gaines
Thursday, March 24 at 3:00 pm ACA Recital Hall (Performing Arts building) Q&A session with the Writer/Director and Producer, David Nemeth Free and open to the public.
Free and open to the public Awards Reception: Tuesday, April 19 at 12:00pm
The Athenian Players present a play by Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere's Fan. 'My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people's' Lady Windermere has a happy marriage - or, at least, that's what she believes until one of London society's gossips, the Duchess of Berwick, arrives with her daughter to voice her […]
The Athenian Players present a play by Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere's Fan. 'My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people's' Lady Windermere has a happy marriage - or, at least, that's what she believes until one of London society's gossips, the Duchess of Berwick, arrives with her daughter to voice her […]
The Athenian Players present a play by Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere's Fan. 'My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people's' Lady Windermere has a happy marriage - or, at least, that's what she believes until one of London society's gossips, the Duchess of Berwick, arrives with her daughter to voice her […]
Lunch & Learn at the ACA hearing some of our fine Alabama writers read and speak. All events are 12:30pm-1:30pm February 16 - Marlin Barton March 16 - Gayle Young April 20 - Jasmine Flowers May 18 - John Gaines
The concert is planned to be outside on the ACA Green in front of the Performing Arts building. It is a free event, however, donations are always appreciated! A few words from Josh Couts (Calhoun's Jazz Band Director): This years group is unlike any I've directed in the past and I'm proud of the hard […]
On display now through May 6, 2022 ACA Visual Arts bldg., Main Gallery Opening Reception with student artists - Friday, April 29 at 5:30pm ACA normal business hours: 8am-8pm - Monday-Thursday 8am-12pm - Friday
We are so happy to have the 2022 JUNIOR DUCK STAMP ART SHOW with us again this year! The Junior Duck Stamp Program is a youth art contest sponsored by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that is designed to teach youth about waterfowl and their habitat needs. The annual contest is held in each […]
Strolling through the Arts is hosted by the Alabama Center for the Arts Foundation, showcasing Calhoun & Athens State Art Center Students. Join us for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at this fundraising event that directly benefits student scholarships at the Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA). Entertainment Calhoun Chorale Calhoun Jazz Band Musical Theatre Decatur […]
Granville Oldham, Jr., conductor Newt Johnson, accompanist Featured work with guest soloists an chamber orchestra: Mozart’s Vesperae Solennes de Confessore KV 339 Other works by: Britten Mulholland Orban Smiley McClurkin Franklin *Donations Appreciated
Join us for the second annual Calhoun Cabaret! You'll enjoy some of your favorite musical theatre tunes, dancing, and aerial performances. Seating is limited, so get your tickets today! Tickets should be purchased in advance.
Join us for the second annual Calhoun Cabaret! You'll enjoy some of your favorite musical theatre tunes, dancing, and aerial performances. Seating is limited, so get your tickets today! Tickets should be purchased in advance.
Arias: Madame Butterfly, La Rondine, The Magic Flute, La Clemenza Di Tito, Cosi Fan Tutte, Giulio Cesare, I Capuleti E I Montecchi, Vanessa Jazz: All of Me, Autumn Leaves, Honeysuckle Rose, I've Got You Under My Skin, It Don't Mean A Thing, I'm Beginning to See the Light, I Wish You Love, You Don't Know […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of "Celebrating the Life, Art, and Spirit of Guy McClure, Jr.,” featuring 58 paintings by Guy McClure, Jr. from private collectors. Celebrating the Life, Art, and Spirit of Guy McClure, Jr. Opening Tuesday, May 10 in the Center’s Walking Gallery, this exhibit honors […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of “stillness in action” by Tiril Benton. Award-winning artist Tiril Benton’s newest show will open in the Center’s Main Gallery on Monday, May 16. Tiril was born in London, England and now lives in Huntsville, Alabama. Primarily self-taught, she began painting following the […]
Lunch & Learn at the ACA hearing some of our fine Alabama writers read and speak. All events are 12:30pm-1:30pm February 16 - Marlin Barton March 16 - Gayle Young April 20 - Jasmine Flowers May 18 - John Gaines
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of "Celebrating the Life, Art, and Spirit of Guy McClure, Jr.,” featuring 58 paintings by Guy McClure, Jr. from private collectors. A reception is scheduled at the ACA on Thursday, May 19 at 5:30 pm. Guy Young McClure, Jr. was a local artist, […]
The Athenian Players present right before i go by Stan Zimmerman, directed by Dr. Hugh Long. Stan Zimmerman (The Golden Girls, Roseanne, Gilmore Girls) brings to life the last words written in letters by individuals lost to suicide — including celebrities, veterans, kids that were bullied, LGBTQ, and the clinically depressed — and those who […]
The Athenian Players present right before i go by Stan Zimmerman, directed by Dr. Hugh Long. Stan Zimmerman (The Golden Girls, Roseanne, Gilmore Girls) brings to life the last words written in letters by individuals lost to suicide — including celebrities, veterans, kids that were bullied, LGBTQ, and the clinically depressed — and those who […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the opening of the 2022 Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama. The exhibit is a traveling juried art show that displays artwork created by students throughout Alabama who have visual impairments, blindness, and/or deaf-blindness. The show, which opened today, will be displayed through Wednesday, September […]
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Directed by Lauren Cantrell Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with […]
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Directed by Lauren Cantrell Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with […]
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Directed by Lauren Cantrell Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with […]
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Directed by Lauren Cantrell Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with […]
Book, Music and Lyrics by Jonathan Larson Directed by Lauren Cantrell Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon. with […]
Tiril was born in London, England and now lives in Huntsville, Alabama. Primarily self-taught, she began painting following the death of her mother in 2000. Tiril works primarily in acrylics and paints by automatism, suppressing her conscious mind and allowing her unconscious mind to take over the creative process. She has had solo and group […]
The 6th Juried Faculty & Alumni Show is now open in the Alabama Center for the Arts Main Gallery and showcases works from 31 artists consisting of faculty, staff, or alumni of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. The show will remain open until Friday, October 28. An artist reception will be held on […]
This show, held in conjunction with River Clay Fine Arts Festival, features artwork by ACA students. ACA will have special weekend hours, October 22 & 23: • Saturday, October 22 from 9am-5pm • Sunday, October 23 from 10am-4pm For more information about the River Clay Fine Arts Festival visit: www.riverclay.org
The 6th Juried Faculty & Alumni Show is now open in the Alabama Center for the Arts Main Gallery and showcases works from 31 artists consisting of faculty, staff, or alumni of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. The show will remain open until Friday, October 28. An artist reception will be held on […]
September 20, 2022 - A former English instructor, Laura Hunter has published 16 fiction, poetry, and nonfiction in short-form and books. Her first book, Beloved Mother, is a magical realism novel set in the early to mid-20th century Appalachians, is currently available for purchase. The book won the bronze medal for historical fiction at the […]
Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" is a story of how we live and how we die. With a focus on the significance of the small details in life, "Our Town" forces us to examine how we're experiencing life and asks us to consider what is being lost in the hustle of trying to grow up and […]
Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" is a story of how we live and how we die. With a focus on the significance of the small details in life, "Our Town" forces us to examine how we're experiencing life and asks us to consider what is being lost in the hustle of trying to grow up and […]
Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" is a story of how we live and how we die. With a focus on the significance of the small details in life, "Our Town" forces us to examine how we're experiencing life and asks us to consider what is being lost in the hustle of trying to grow up and […]
Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" is a story of how we live and how we die. With a focus on the significance of the small details in life, "Our Town" forces us to examine how we're experiencing life and asks us to consider what is being lost in the hustle of trying to grow up and […]
Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" is a story of how we live and how we die. With a focus on the significance of the small details in life, "Our Town" forces us to examine how we're experiencing life and asks us to consider what is being lost in the hustle of trying to grow up and […]
September 20, 2022 - A former English instructor, Laura Hunter has published 16 fiction, poetry, and nonfiction in short-form and books. Her first book, Beloved Mother, is a magical realism novel set in the early to mid-20th century Appalachians, is currently available for purchase. The book won the bronze medal for historical fiction at the […]
“New Orleans, Then and Now,” featuring Jason Marsalis, is sponsored through the generous support of the ACA Foundation and Calhoun Community College and will take place on October 27. This event is FREE and open to the public! For those who are not familiar with Jason Marsalis, here is some background: From a tender young […]
“New Orleans, Then and Now,” featuring Jason Marsalis, is sponsored through the generous support of the ACA Foundation and Calhoun Community College and will take place on October 27. This event is FREE and open to the public! For those who are not familiar with Jason Marsalis, here is some background: From a tender young […]
A Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration is planned in downtown Decatur on 2nd Avenue on Wednesday, November 2nd. ACA is excited to partner with Decatur City Schools art educators and to host the Dia de los Muertos Youth Art Show! In the Visual Arts building... on November 2 (only) Main Gallery […]
Featuring artists... Zana Mercury Kevin York Chelsea Holder Elijah Weeks Savannah Scott Catherine Posey Michael Prescott Opening Reception - Thursday, Nov. 10th at 5:30pm The ACA Gallery show is free and open to the public. Listen to Artist Podcasts on Spotify
September 20, 2022 - A former English instructor, Laura Hunter has published 16 fiction, poetry, and nonfiction in short-form and books. Her first book, Beloved Mother, is a magical realism novel set in the early to mid-20th century Appalachians, is currently available for purchase. The book won the bronze medal for historical fiction at the […]
Calhoun Chorale presents "Music: The Food of Love" with Granville Oldham, Jr., conductor, and Newt Johnson, accompanist. Featuring works by: Koepke, Brahms, Belmont, Stroope, Rutter, Hogan, Strauss II, Nelhybel, Lawrence.
Twelfth Night is a fast-paced romantic comedy with several interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities and practical jokes. Separated from her twin brother Sebastian in a shipwreck and fearing both her brother lost and her own safety, Viola disguises herself as a boy, calls herself Cesario, and joins the service of the Duke Orsino. Duke […]
Twelfth Night is a fast-paced romantic comedy with several interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities and practical jokes. Separated from her twin brother Sebastian in a shipwreck and fearing both her brother lost and her own safety, Viola disguises herself as a boy, calls herself Cesario, and joins the service of the Duke Orsino. Duke […]
Twelfth Night is a fast-paced romantic comedy with several interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities and practical jokes. Separated from her twin brother Sebastian in a shipwreck and fearing both her brother lost and her own safety, Viola disguises herself as a boy, calls herself Cesario, and joins the service of the Duke Orsino. Duke […]
Twelfth Night is a fast-paced romantic comedy with several interwoven plots of romance, mistaken identities and practical jokes. Separated from her twin brother Sebastian in a shipwreck and fearing both her brother lost and her own safety, Viola disguises herself as a boy, calls herself Cesario, and joins the service of the Duke Orsino. Duke […]
The new Calhoun Community College Show Band, under the direction of Dr. Matt Leder, will perform a “Sneak Peek Preview” Concert in the Alabama Center for the Arts Recital Hall (Decatur, AL). Music will include R&B, Soul, Jazz and more! There is something for everyone! This concert is FREE and open to the public. See […]
John Jahni Moore is a southern-born visual artist. He is a graduate of Alabama A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Design, an M. Ed. in Art, and an MFA from the Art Institute of Chicago. Moore has taught art professionally from kindergarten to the university level. He is the creator of […]
A Holiday for All at the ACA is a great way to kick start your holiday season with your whole family. You can expect a combination of vocal music, instrumental music, dance, and of course, festive holiday decor. There's something for everyone to enjoy! Traditional, classic, and festive holiday music for the season performed by […]
A Holiday for All at the ACA is a great way to kick start your holiday season with your whole family. You can expect a combination of vocal music, instrumental music, dance, and of course, festive holiday decor. There's something for everyone to enjoy! Traditional, classic, and festive holiday music for the season performed by […]
The Festival of the Cranes will be January 13-15, with activities being held at various venues including the observation area at the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, Princess Theatre, Old State Bank, Decatur Public Library, Cook Museum, and ACA. ACA will have special weekend hours the weekend of the festival so guests may see the Festival […]
Free and open to the public.
This show features ACA faculty members Lauren Cantrell (Calhoun Theatre) and Dr. Hugh Long (Athenian Players) in addition to Phil Parker who has participated in a great deal of community theatre in Decatur. This show is part of the fundraising efforts of the Calhoun Theatre Department to get their students to Scotland this summer for […]
This show features ACA faculty members Lauren Cantrell (Calhoun Theatre) and Dr. Hugh Long (Athenian Players) in addition to Phil Parker who has participated in a great deal of community theatre in Decatur. This show is part of the fundraising efforts of the Calhoun Theatre Department to get their students to Scotland this summer for […]
This show features ACA faculty members Lauren Cantrell (Calhoun Theatre) and Dr. Hugh Long (Athenian Players) in addition to Phil Parker who has participated in a great deal of community theatre in Decatur. This show is part of the fundraising efforts of the Calhoun Theatre Department to get their students to Scotland this summer for […]
Join Calhoun Theatre for a late night Cabaret on February 10th and 11th! Take your Valentine to dinner and hop over to the ACA at 9 to hear some of your favorite love songs, old and new! AND…the dance floor is OPEN! Tickets are $15 and proceeds benefit our students’ upcoming trip to the Edinburgh […]
Join Calhoun Theatre for a late night Cabaret on February 10th and 11th! Take your Valentine to dinner and hop over to the ACA at 9 to hear some of your favorite love songs, old and new! AND…the dance floor is OPEN! Tickets are $15 and proceeds benefit our students’ upcoming trip to the Edinburgh […]
Join us for the Athens State University Black History Month Workshop and Concert, featuring Jonathan Blanchard! FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! No registration is required. Workshop at 4:30 PM: How to Entertain, Educate, and Enlighten Concert at 6:30 PM: Music of the Movement – an interactive program that explores and explains the music that […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month (YAM) celebration is underway. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent features 116 pieces of art divided into Early Elementary, Elementary, Middle School, and High School categories. All of the artists are K-12 students from Morgan County, Decatur City, and Hartselle City schools, as well as […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month (YAM) celebration is underway. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent features 116 pieces of art divided into Early Elementary, Elementary, Middle School, and High School categories. All of the artists are K-12 students from Morgan County, Decatur City, and Hartselle City schools, as well as […]
The Black History Month workshop and concert with Jonathan Blanchard, originally scheduled for February 16, has been confirmed for Thursday, March 16. 4:30 PM Workshop: "How to Entertain, Educate, and Enlighten" 6:30 PM Concert: "Music of the Movement" - An interactive program that explores and explains the music that shaped the Civil Rights Era Reception […]
Awards Reception on Tuesday, April 11, 12:00-1:00pm Award Categories: Drawing Printmaking Photography Digital Abstract Non-Objective Still Life Floral Animal Wildlife Portraits Figurative Landscape Seascape Sculpture 3D
Calhoun Community College has a brand new performance ensemble and you can can hear them for FREE on Thursday, April 13th at 7:00pm! Our concert, “Introducing the Calhoun Community College Show Band”, will include Rock, Country, Soul, R&B, and more! One of our students will debut a brand new original and our Guest Artist Dr. […]
Calhoun Chorale presents A Spring Concert, "Twice As Nice", featuring selections from Brahms German Requiem and other works by Bach, Haydn, Poston, Daley, Monteverdi, Hindemith, Freddie Mercury, Glenn Jones, and Walter Hawkins. Granville Oldham, Jr., Conductor. Newt Johnson, Accompanist, along with Christie Weber and Drew Clemons. DONATIONS APPRECIATED. Note: All ticket sales are final. No […]
Reception: Friday, April 21st, 6:00pm-7:30pm Free and open to the public.
In the first ever play commissioned by the Alabama Center for the Arts, Athens State University, and Calhoun Community College, acclaimed NYC playwright, Crystal Skillman, explores the German Rocket Team that was instrumental in the development of the US Space Program in the middle of the 20th Century that helped turn the small farming community […]
In the first ever play commissioned by the Alabama Center for the Arts, Athens State University, and Calhoun Community College, acclaimed NYC playwright, Crystal Skillman, explores the German Rocket Team that was instrumental in the development of the US Space Program in the middle of the 20th Century that helped turn the small farming community […]
In the first ever play commissioned by the Alabama Center for the Arts, Athens State University, and Calhoun Community College, acclaimed NYC playwright, Crystal Skillman, explores the German Rocket Team that was instrumental in the development of the US Space Program in the middle of the 20th Century that helped turn the small farming community […]
In the first ever play commissioned by the Alabama Center for the Arts, Athens State University, and Calhoun Community College, acclaimed NYC playwright, Crystal Skillman, explores the German Rocket Team that was instrumental in the development of the US Space Program in the middle of the 20th Century that helped turn the small farming community […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts located in downtown Decatur, AL is pleased to again offer professional development (PD) workshops in art to area art educators and administrators! You will find the list of ACA’s PD opportunities at the end of the attached SMORE Newsletter from the Athens State Regional In-Service Center. There are various […]
This is the first of two jazz camps we will be offering this summer (we are also offering a Middle School Jazz Camp). The Jazz Camp, directed by Dr. Matt Leder, will run from 9:00am-4:00pm. Lunch will be provided each day and each camper will receive a jazz camp T-shirt. There will be a jam […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to announce its newest show, “Not So Much A Whisper” by Sarah Cusimano Miles. The exhibit will open on Monday, May 8 in the Main Gallery and remain on display until Friday, June 30. This will be Miles’ second show at the Alabama Center for the Arts. […]
A Spring Voice Recital of Class Repertoire and songs from the 17th Century to the 70's. Free and open to the public.
Strolling through the Arts is hosted by the Alabama Center for the Arts Foundation, showcasing Calhoun & Athens State Art Center Students. Join us for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at this fundraising event that directly benefits student scholarships at the Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA). Entertainment Calhoun Chorale Calhoun Show Band Musical Theatre Athens […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) is excited to again call students, alumni artists, faculty, and staff of Athens State University and Calhoun Community College for the tenth annual juried Festival of the Cranes Exhibition. We encourage innovative and progressive works that utilize a diversity of art forms and media that depicts Whooping cranes, Sandhill […]
This show, held in conjunction with the River Clay Fine Arts Festival, features artwork by ACA student of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. Free and open to the public. Many of the pieces of art will be for sale and the money goes directly to the student artist. ACA will have special weekend hours, October 21 & 22: Saturday, October 21 from 9am-5pm Sunday, October 22 from 10am-4pm For more information about the River Clay Fine Arts Festival visit:…
Join us for a large group speaking engagement featuring Thi Bui from 9:30–10:30 AM, followed by a Q&A session, book signing, and reception from 11–Noon. Public participation is limited. Please register for this event.
Visit the Alabama Center for the Arts during the month of November to view narrative storyboards and themed artwork from Calhoun, Athens State, and UAH students!
by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of the Tectonic Theater Project In October 1998, a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His bloody, bruised, and battered body was not discovered until the next day, and […]
by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of the Tectonic Theater Project In October 1998, a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His bloody, bruised, and battered body was not discovered until the next day, and […]
by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of the Tectonic Theater Project In October 1998, a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His bloody, bruised, and battered body was not discovered until the next day, and […]
by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of the Tectonic Theater Project In October 1998, a twenty-one-year-old student at the University of Wyoming was kidnapped, severely beaten, and left tied to a fence in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming. His bloody, bruised, and battered body was not discovered until the next day, and […]
The ACA is excited to continue presenting this holiday event... "A Holiday for All at the ACA" is a great way to kick start your holiday season with your whole family. This year's theme is "My Favorite Things" and you can expect a combination of vocal music, instrumental music, dance, and of course, festive holiday […]
The ACA is excited to continue presenting this holiday event... "A Holiday for All at the ACA" is a great way to kick start your holiday season with your whole family. This year's theme is "My Favorite Things" and you can expect a combination of vocal music, instrumental music, dance, and of course, festive holiday […]
The ACA is excited to continue presenting this holiday event... "A Holiday for All at the ACA" is a great way to kick start your holiday season with your whole family. This year's theme is "My Favorite Things" and you can expect a combination of vocal music, instrumental music, dance, and of course, festive holiday […]
In 2004, Brenda Lovelady Spahn founded The Lovelady Center, a faith-based rehabilitation facility in Birmingham, Alabama where women come to live for nine to twelve months as they recover from addiction, domestic violence, or incarceration. The center strives to help women rebuild their lives and walk forward with faith-driven hope for the future and a […]
This annual juried Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibit in our Walking Gallery is held in conjunction with the Friends of Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Association’s annual Festival of the Cranes, which will take place January 12-14 in Decatur, Alabama. ACA Special weekend hours: Saturday, January 13 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Sunday, January […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to again participate in the annual Festival of the Cranes weekend! The Friends of Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge Association’s annual Festival of the Cranes in Decatur, Alabama will take place January 12-14. ACA will be open with special weekend hours: Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14 […]
Join us for a nature-inspired painting party during Festival of the Cranes weekend! We provide the supplies, and you provide the inspiration. Each participant will receive a canvas panel on which to paint their favorite animal, plant, or insect, and we’ll have paint and brushes onsite for everyone to borrow. We can’t wait to see […]
Junior Duck Stamp Drawing Workshop with Tammie Clark Free and open to children interested in entering the Jr. Duck Stamp Contest Location: Room 118 (3M Room)
A “make and take” painting event during Festival of the Cranes with talented local artist/designer, Tracy Roberts McCann! Birds in Flight 4x4 Gallery 3D canvas with gilted sides Beginner friendly All supplies included Workshop fee is $55 per attendee Location: Alabama Center for the Arts (Visual Arts bldg), Room 113 Email this address to register: […]
Save the date for #3 of 4 scheduled events in the C & J Concert Series! Newt Johnson, Jazz Piano, with Jazz trio ACA Recital Hall, Performing Arts bldg. Discounted tickets available if purchased by January 21, 2024 Get tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6191563
The Project 2024 Student Application The Project is an intensive, 2-week, summer camp experience, open to students ages 15 - 19 who will work with faculty from Calhoun Community College and Athens State University on a collaborative arts project using aspects of Visual and Performing Arts. This program is COMPLETELY FREE to all participants! Students […]
Calhoun Theatre presents "Medea" by Euripides Studio Theatre, Performing Arts bldg. Click here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=calhouncc&id=161
Calhoun Theatre presents "Medea" by Euripides Studio Theatre, Performing Arts bldg. Tickets: $15 - General Admission $10 - Students Click here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=calhouncc&id=161
Calhoun Theatre presents "Medea" by Euripides Studio Theatre, Performing Arts bldg. Tickets: $15 - General Admission $10 - Students Click here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=calhouncc&id=161
Calhoun Theatre presents "Medea" by Euripides Studio Theatre, Performing Arts bldg. Tickets: $15 - General Admission $10 - Students Click here: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=calhouncc&id=161
A closing reception and program featuring Beverly McNeil, artists, and ladies who have recovered at The Lovelady Center will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 5:30 pm (reception) with program at 6:00pm. The event is free and open to the public. Description: In 2004, Brenda Lovelady Spahn founded The Lovelady Center, a faith-based […]
ACA presents the fourth and final concert of the C & J Concert Series, "Love and Devastation" (Classical) Featuring an original C composition: "Ragnarock" Kelsey Paquin, Gretchen Windt, William Hueholt, Granville Oldham Advanced tickets purchased by Feb. 15 are discounted: Students/Seniors - $15 | Adults - $20 General pricing when purchased on or after Feb. 16: Students/Seniors […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts’ annual Youth Art Month celebration will kick off on Monday, March 4. The Annual Showcase of Young Talent features 126 pieces of art from over 120 students. The artwork is divided into Early Elementary, Elementary, Middle School, and High School categories. All of the artists are K-12 students from […]
Calhoun Theatre presents, "Tick, Tick Boom!" at the Alabama Center for the Arts in the Black Box Studio Theatre (Performing Arts bldg.). Tick Tick Boom! is an autobiographical rock musical written by Jonathan Larson. Jon is an aspiring musical composer in the 1990s who is grappling with his career choice, personal life, and turning 30. […]
Calhoun Theatre presents, "Tick, Tick Boom!" at the Alabama Center for the Arts in the Black Box Studio Theatre (Performing Arts bldg.). Tick Tick Boom! is an autobiographical rock musical written by Jonathan Larson. Jon is an aspiring musical composer in the 1990s who is grappling with his career choice, personal life, and turning 30. […]
Calhoun Theatre presents, "Tick, Tick Boom!" at the Alabama Center for the Arts in the Black Box Studio Theatre (Performing Arts bldg.). Tick Tick Boom! is an autobiographical rock musical written by Jonathan Larson. Jon is an aspiring musical composer in the 1990s who is grappling with his career choice, personal life, and turning 30. […]
Calhoun Theatre presents, "Tick, Tick Boom!" at the Alabama Center for the Arts in the Black Box Studio Theatre (Performing Arts bldg.). Tick Tick Boom! is an autobiographical rock musical written by Jonathan Larson. Jon is an aspiring musical composer in the 1990s who is grappling with his career choice, personal life, and turning 30. […]
Calhoun Theatre presents, "Tick, Tick Boom!" at the Alabama Center for the Arts in the Black Box Studio Theatre (Performing Arts bldg.). Tick Tick Boom! is an autobiographical rock musical written by Jonathan Larson. Jon is an aspiring musical composer in the 1990s who is grappling with his career choice, personal life, and turning 30. […]
Calhoun Theatre presents, "Tick, Tick Boom!" at the Alabama Center for the Arts in the Black Box Studio Theatre (Performing Arts bldg.). Tick Tick Boom! is an autobiographical rock musical written by Jonathan Larson. Jon is an aspiring musical composer in the 1990s who is grappling with his career choice, personal life, and turning 30. […]
The Calhoun Community College Jazz Quartet presents “Astral Project” in the ACA Recital Hall of the Performing Arts building. This short concert will feature student compositions and arrangements…and there is rumor there may be a special guest! FREE and open to the public!
The Calhoun Spring Student Art Show is featured in our Main Gallery and Walking Gallery. Awards Reception at 12:00pm-1:00pm on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 Free and open to the public!
There will be a Solar Eclipse Party at ACA on Monday, April 8th at 1:30 PM that is open to the community! Glasses and refreshments will be provided! We hope you will join us for this exciting event! Did you see the Athens State's first solar eclipse event on March 25? It will help you […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts and the Calhoun Community College Music Department are pleased to announce the 2024 ACA Jazz Festival, “Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans,” on Saturday, April 13! Headliners are New Orleans greats Delfeayo Marsalis and Jason Marsalis! Clinicians include Tim Leahey and Dr. Butler. Adjudicators include […]
A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players Synopis: Nora’s life is on the upswing. Her husband got a promotion, and their financial struggles are over at last. But when a man from her past reappears, bent on bringing a dangerous secret to light, everything changes: her marriage, her family, even her relationship […]
Please visit the Athens State University's graduating senior art students exhibition at the Alabama Center for the Arts. Opening Reception: Friday, April 19th at 5:00pm Free and open to the public.
A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players Synopis: Nora’s life is on the upswing. Her husband got a promotion, and their financial struggles are over at last. But when a man from her past reappears, bent on bringing a dangerous secret to light, everything changes: her marriage, her family, even her relationship […]
A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players Synopis: Nora’s life is on the upswing. Her husband got a promotion, and their financial struggles are over at last. But when a man from her past reappears, bent on bringing a dangerous secret to light, everything changes: her marriage, her family, even her relationship […]
A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players Synopis: Nora’s life is on the upswing. Her husband got a promotion, and their financial struggles are over at last. But when a man from her past reappears, bent on bringing a dangerous secret to light, everything changes: her marriage, her family, even her relationship […]
Join us for “Strolling Through the Arts,” a very special engagement that showcases Calhoun and Athens State Art Center students and provides a glimpse into our amazing facilities. Hosted by the ACA Foundation, this fundraising event will directly benefit student scholarships for ACA students. This event is open to the public, and tickets are required. […]
The Calhoun Chorale Spring Concert, "Gypsy In My Soul", will be held in the ACA Recital Hall (Performing Arts bldg.) at 4:00pm on Sunday, April 28. The concert will include works by Viadana, Mechem, Beethoven, Weelkes, Morley, Dawson, Hairston, and Munizzi. Featured works: Misericordias Domini (Mozart), Sing unto God (Handel), Ave Maria (Verdi), and Zigeunerlieder […]
Writers’ Series event featuring Jennifer Horne and Jeanie Thompson, two University of Alabama Press authors as they compare notes on their writing projects about singular Alabama women. They will discuss their journey as authors celebrating women of distinction who both lead colorful, but often lonely, lives. Guests are invited to join the discussion with questions […]
The Alabama Center for the Arts is pleased to again host the exhibit of the Junior Duck Stamp Show in our Walking Gallery in the Visual Arts building! The Junior Duck Stamp Program is a youth art contest sponsored by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service that is coupled with a curriculum that is designed […]
Calhoun Cabaret is Calhoun Theatre's annual celebration of our students work in the classroom. This year we will feature performances from our courses in Musical Theatre, Dance, and our new Performing Ensemble. Technical Theatre students will be participating in a showcase of their Scenic Painting work. Don't miss it! May 3 & 4, 2024 at […]
Calhoun Community College and the Alabama Center for the Arts present… Calhoun Class Voice Spring Recital, “Living La Vida Latin” ACA Recital Hall, Performing Arts building Refreshments at Intermission Free and open to the public Classical Works by: Faure, Schubert, Mozart, Caldara, Giordani A few Latin works: Dos Oruguitas…………Miranda The Girl from Ipanema……….Jobim I […]
Orchestrating Beauty explores “the beauty of nature beyond the natural.” “Technology is always pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and we can use it to reach beyond what we know,” Donahoo stated. “It offers a bridge to connect us to a previously unseen shore. The thrill of exploration can be a powerful experience that […]
Miles Borrero, an internationally renowned actor, musician, equestrian, and author will be speaking about his new memoir, "Beautiful Monster: A Becoming". "Beautiful Monster" is described as "A breathtaking, exquisitely crafted memoir about a trans person’s singular journey through breaching the boundaries of gender—across generations, cultures and borders—to become his truest, most authentic self. Nearing the […]
Calhoun Theatre presents Broadway in the Black Box Musical Theatre Camp this summer! The production will be "Cats, Young Actors Addition" Student campers will participate in a musical theatre production from prep to performance in the two-week camp experience. The camp will introduce students to the world of musical theatre, including both performance and technical […]
Jazz Camps return to the Alabama Center for the Arts this summer! We’ve got a great faculty lined up and this is a great way to keep your chops up over the summer. Come join the music! JAZZ AT THE ACA - High School / College Jazz Camp: June 10-14. This full-day, one-week camp for […]
This show is the culmination of the 2-week experience of The Project (arts camp for high school age students), our focus this year being Studio Art. This year’s Project had regional high school participants learning from our Calhoun and Athens State Fine Arts faculty to create their own original works in Ceramics, Mixed Media, Mosaics, […]
Join us as we introduce students ages 10-14 to the wonders of studio art. July 8th – 12th from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. The Art Explorations Camp will be held in ACA's Visual Arts building. Camp cost is $85 per student and includes snacks, drinks, all supplies, and a camp T-shirt. Register and pay by […]
Join us for a weeklong digital arts experience! Campers will get to work in one of our state-of-the-art computer labs learning everything from digital photography to Photoshop painting. Digi Camp will be held in ACA's Visual Arts building. July 15th – 19th from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Camp cost is $60 per student and includes snacks, […]
ACA presents, Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street ACA Black Box Studio Theatre, Performing Arts building July 18-19-20 at 7pm July 20-21 at 2pm An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The […]
