Calhoun Class Voice Recital
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesA Spring Voice Recital of Class Repertoire and songs from the 17th Century to the 70's. Free and open to the public.
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Strolling Through the Arts 2023
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 […]
$40
Call for Artists – 2024 Festival of the Cranes
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
2023 ACA Emerging Artists Exhibition
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThis 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:…
Free
Thi Bui Public Speaking/Book Signing
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.
Student Art Display
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesVisit 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!
The Athenian Players present “The Laramie Project”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United Statesby 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 […]
$10 – $15
The Athenian Players present “The Laramie Project”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United Statesby 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 […]
$10 – $15
The Athenian Players present “The Laramie Project”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United Statesby 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 […]
$10 – $15
The Athenian Players present “The Laramie Project”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United Statesby 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 […]
$10 – $15
Call For Artists: 7th Juried Faculty & Alumni Show at the ACA (entries accepted July 15-August 1, 2024)
The Alabama Center for the Arts (ACA) is pleased to call alumni artists and faculty/staff of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University for the seventh juried faculty, staff, and alumni show. We encourage innovative and progressive works that utilize a diversity of art forms and media. There is no theme for the 2024 show, […]
A Holiday for All at the ACA
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
A Holiday for All at the ACA
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
A Holiday for All at the ACA
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
Portraits of Hope: Inspirational Stories from the Lovelady Center
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesIn 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 […]
Free
Festival of the Cranes Art Exhibition
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThis 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 […]
Free
2024 Festival of the Cranes weekend at ACA
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
Free
Wings & Flings Painting Party
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesJoin 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 […]
Free
Junior Duck Stamp Context Drawing Workshop with Tammie Clark
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesJunior 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)
Free
Painting class with Tracy Roberts McCann, “Birds in Flight”
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesA “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: […]
$55
C&J Concert Series: Newt Johnson
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 Application (Summer Camp for high school students)
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
Free
Calhoun Theatre presents “Medea”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Black Box Theatre 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Black Box Theatre 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Black Box Theatre 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Black Box Theatre 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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
Closing Reception & Program for “Portraits of Hope”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesA 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 […]
Free
C&J Concert Series: “Love and Devastation” (classical)
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesACA 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 […]
2024 Youth Art Month Exhibition
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 […]
Free
Calhoun Theatre presents “Tick, Tick Boom!”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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. […]
$15 – $18
Calhoun Theatre presents “Tick, Tick Boom!”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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. […]
$15 – $18
Calhoun Theatre presents “Tick, Tick Boom!”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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. […]
$15 – $18
Calhoun Theatre presents “Tick, Tick Boom!”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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. […]
$15 – $18
Calhoun Theatre presents “Tick, Tick Boom!”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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. […]
$15 – $18
Calhoun Theatre presents “Tick, Tick Boom!”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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. […]
$15 – $18
Calhoun Community College Jazz Combo presents “Astral Project!”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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!
Free
Calhoun Spring Student Art Show
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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!
Free
Solar Eclipse Party at ACA!
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThere 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 […]
Free
ACA Jazz Festival in downtown Decatur
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
Free
“A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesA 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 […]
$10 – $15
Athens State University Senior Art Exhibition, “LOOK”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesPlease 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.
Free
“A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesA 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 […]
$10 – $15
“A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesA 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 […]
$10 – $15
“A Doll’s House” by Henrik Ibsen, presented by The Athenian Players
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesA 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 […]
$10 – $15
Strolling Through the Arts 2024
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. […]
$40.00
Calhoun Chorale Spring Concert, “Gypsy In My Soul”
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
$15 – $20
ACA Writers’ Series Event
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesWriters’ 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 […]
Free
2024 Junior Duck Stamp Art Exhibit
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe 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 […]
Free
Calhoun Cabaret 2024
Alabama Center for the Arts - Black Box Theatre 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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 […]
$10
Calhoun Class Voice Spring Recital, “Living La Vida Latin”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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 […]
Free
“Orchestrating Beauty: A Synthesis of Nature and Technology” by Shawn Donahoo, Artist & Composer
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesOrchestrating 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 […]
Free
“Beautiful Monster: A Becoming”: An evening with author Miles Borrero
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesMiles 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 […]
Free
Calhoun Theatre’s Broadway in the Black Box Musical Theatre Camp
Alabama Center for the Arts - Black Box Theatre 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCalhoun 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 […]
$150 – $300
Jazz Camp at the ACA (High School & College age)
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesJazz 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 […]
$250.00
The Project 2024: The Art Buffet (Student Exhibition)
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThis 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, […]
Free
Art Explorations Camp
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesJoin 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 […]
$85
Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama 2024
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesWe are pleased to again host the Helen Keller Art Show of Alabama! Come check it out... the colorful art is in our Walking Gallery (Visual Arts bldg.)! 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 exhibit is free […]
Free
Paper Canvas Clay
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesPaper Canvas Clay features the art of six artists in ACA's Main Gallery. Robert Cox David Edwards Dennis Johnson Fay Littrell Paxton Mobley Doris Welch Paper Canvas Clay was thoughtfully curated by Gail Bergeron, retired Athens State/ACA art faculty. Opening Reception with Paper Canvas Clay Artists: Paper Canvas Clay Friday, July 12th 12:00 noon Light […]
Free
Digi Camp
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesJoin 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, […]
Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
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 […]
$15 – $18
Call to ACA Student Artists… call for art for the 2024 Emerging Artists Exhibition
Attention ACA Art Students! Students are invited (and encouraged) to enter art for the 2024 ACA Emerging Artists Exhibition! This show is in conjunction with the River Clay Fine Arts Festival which will be held for the 9th year on the grounds of Decatur’s City Hall in downtown Decatur. The festival had its inaugural event […]
Free
Faculty & Alumni Art Show
The 7th Juried Faculty & Alumni Art Exhibition is on display in the ACA Main Gallery September 9 through November 8. The show features 49 works from 29 artists consisting of faculty, staff, or alumni of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University. An artist reception will be held on Friday, September 20 at 5:30 […]
Free
Leovis Coats Whitt Art Exhibit
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesWe are pleased to announce the opening of the Leovis Coats Whitt Art Exhibit on Tuesday, September 10. It will remain on display in the our Walking Gallery until Friday, September 20. An Opening Reception will be held at the Alabama Center for the Arts on Tuesday, September 10 at 5:30 pm. The reception will […]
Free
Paint on the Patio
Alabama Center for the Arts – Performing Arts Building 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesCome and Paint on the Patio with Calhoun’s Fine Art faculty! We’re back for some more colorful and creative fun, all at the Alabama Center for the Arts on Sept 20th. Seating is limited. Buy your tickets using the QR code before it sells out! Buy Tickets: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/rainbow_birds
$30
C & J Concert Series: Reginald Jackson, piano and saxophone (jazz)
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesWe are pleased to announce the return of the (classical & jazz) C & J Concert Series to the ACA! Kicking off the series is Reginald Jackson! Tickets: $25 Adults or $20 advanced purchase $20 Seniors/Students or $15 advanced purchase Tickets available at the door (cash only) or Click here for tickets The ACA Box […]
$15 – $25
2024 ACA Emerging Artists Exhibition
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesWe are thrilled to feature our students in the Emerging Artists Exhibit! September 25 - October 29, 2024 Walking Gallery of our Visual Arts building The ACA Emerging Artists Exhibit features the art work of students of Calhoun Community College and Athens State University and is held in conjunction with the juried River Clay Fine […]
Free
ACTFest 24-24
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesWe are looking forward to the annual ACTFest Community Theatre Festival, October 19-20, 2024. Competing theatres include Spark Theater Company, Self Express Productions, South City Theatre, and Prattville's Way Off Broadway. Community theatre patrons across Alabama are invited to attend the shows and the workshops. Join us in the Studio Theatre of our Performing Arts building […]
$10
ACTFest 24 – 1st show: MISERY by Way Off Broadway Theatre
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe ACTFest 24 opening production is MISERY by Way Off Broadway Theatre. Individual tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. All performances are in the Alabama Center for the Arts Performing Arts building in the Studio Theatre.
$10
ACTFest 24 – 2nd show: The Real Inspector Hound by Self Express Productions
The ACTFest 24 second production is THE REAL INSPECTOR HOUND by Self Express Productions on Saturday, Oct 19 at 4:00 pm. Individual tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. All performances are in the Alabama Center for the Arts Performing Arts building in the Studio Theatre in Decatur, AL.
$10
ACTFest 24 – 3rd show: RADIUM GIRLS by Spark Theater Company
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe ACTFest 24 third production is RADIUM GIRLS by Spark Theater Company on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 4:00 pm. Individual tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. All performances are in the Alabama Center for the Arts Performing Arts building in the Studio Theatre in Decatur, AL.
$10
ACTFest 24 – 4th show: A Tuna Christmas by South City Theatre
The ACTFest 24 fourth and last production is A TUNA CHRISTMAS by South City Theatre on Sunday, October 20 at 12:30pm. Individual tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. All performances are in the Alabama Center for the Arts Performing Arts building in the Studio Theatre in Decatur, AL.
$10
ACA hosts Artists in Residence from the Alvin Batiste Jazz Institute
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesACA is going "Back to the Roots" as we host the "Alvin Batiste Jazz Institute" Jazz Residency (Roderick "Rev" Paulin and John Gray)! A community workshop/clinic, a concert featuring the Calhoun Community College Show Band and Guest Artists, and an after-party jam session. Free and open to the public. ACA Recital Hall - Performing Arts […]
Free
Calhoun Show Band Jazz Concert with Guest Artists John Gray & Roderick “Rev” Paulin
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesACA is going "Back to the Roots" as we host the "Alvin Batiste Jazz Institute" Jazz Residency (Roderick "Rev" Paulin and John Gray)! A community workshop/clinic, a concert featuring the Calhoun Community College Show Band and Guest Artists, and an after-party jam session. Free and open to the public. ACA Recital Hall - Performing Arts […]
Free
C&J Concert Series: Christie Weber, lyric soprano (classical)
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesClassical & Jazz Concert Series featuring Christie Weber (classical, lyric soprano) Alabama Center for the ArtsRecital Hall of the Performing Arts bldg.4:00pm Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6443706
$15 – $25
Calhoun Popular Music Ensemble Concert (RESCHEDULED)
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe Calhoun Community College Music Department announces the first concert from our new Popular Music Ensemble, October 28th at 7:00pm. ACA Performing Arts building - Recital Hall Free and open to the public.
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Writers Series Event: “Old Enough”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesJoin us on Wednesday, October 30 at 6pm for a Writers Series event. “Old Enough” with Katie Lamar Jackson, Jay Lamar and Wendy Reed Free and open to the public. ACA Recital Hall - Performing Arts bldg.
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Dia de los Muertos Youth Art Show
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesDowntown Decatur's 3rd Annual Dia de los Muertos Community Celebration will be Saturday, November 2nd! It will be an all day street festival with lots of events on 2nd Avenue and surrounding streets from 11:00am until 9:00pm. ACA will again feature a Dia de los Muertos Youth Art Show (grades K-12) in both our buildings. […]
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Downtown Decatur’s Dia de los Muertos Community Celebration
Alabama Center for the Arts 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesDía de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead), is a Mexican holiday where families welcome back the souls of their deceased relatives for a brief reunion that includes food, drink, and celebration. The holiday is based on a blend of Spanish culture, Mesoamerican ritual, and European religion. It is celebrated each year from October […]
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Calhoun Chorale presents a Fall Concert, “Heaven and Nature Sing”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesGranville Oldham, conductor | Newt Johnson, accompanist along with Dennis Baptiste, keyboard Jim Cavender, bass Connery Patel, drums General Admission $20 adults $15 seniors/students Featuring works by| Martini | Byrd | Passereau | Debussy | Schumann | Mendelssohn | Moore | Fleming | Hairston | Huey | Wilson Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/calhoun-chorale-presents-a-fall-concert-tickets-1041331970957?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
$15 – $20
Call for Artists: Annual Juried Festival of the Cranes Exhibition
Alabama Center for the Arts – Walking Gallery 133 2nd Ave NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesThe Alabama Center for the Arts Gallery Committee is pleased to announce our Call for Artists for the annual juried Festival of the Cranes Exhibition! This is a juried show featuring the works of students, faculty/staff/adjuncts, and alumni of ACA, Calhoun Community College, and Athens State University. Prospectus attached. Everyone is invited to enter! Please help spread the word to anyone you think is interested in entering […]
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CANCELED – – – Writers’ Series Event: “Glass Cabin”
Alabama Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Apologies! We plan to reschedule at a later date. Thank you for your interest. Tina Mozelle Braziel and James Braziel are a husband-and-wife writing team. Their book Glass Cabin (Pulley Press) chronicles the thirteen years they spent building their home out of secondhand tin, tornado-snapped power poles, and church glass […]
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Athens State University Senior Thesis Exhibition – Fall 2024 LOOK
Alabama Center for the Arts - Visual Arts Building Main Gallery 133 2nd Avenue NE, Decatur, AL, United StatesWe invite you to come see the art of Athens State's seniors in the ACA Main Gallery, Visual Arts building. Featuring artists… Nathaniel Kostencki Alissa Benford Emerson Mayfield Opening Reception – Friday, November 22 at 5:30pm The ACA Gallery show is free and open to the public.
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The Athenian Players present, Evil Dead The Musical
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United States"Evil Dead The Musical" takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time. Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s […]
$10 – $17
The Athenian Players present, Evil Dead The Musical
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United States"Evil Dead The Musical" takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time. Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s […]
$10 – $17
The Athenian Players present, Evil Dead The Musical
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United States"Evil Dead The Musical" takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time. Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s […]
$10 – $17
The Athenian Players present, Evil Dead The Musical
Alabama Center for the Arts – Studio Theatre 133 2nd Avenue, Decatur, AL, United States"Evil Dead The Musical" takes all the elements of the cult classic films The Evil Dead and Evil Dead 2 and combines them for one of the craziest, funniest, and bloodiest theatrical experiences of all time. Five college students go to an abandoned cabin in the woods, and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them all into demons. It’s […]
$10 – $17