Upcoming Shows

Goodnight Delia

April 5-21, 2024

Written by John Murphy
Directed by Simon Gibney

Starring renowned Irish actor Clelia Murphy as Delia, with Atlanta dancer and stage artist Harry Porter in the role of “The Boy”.  Delia Murphy, the beloved songstress known as The Queen of Connemara, has given the world decades of music. Delia was the daughter of a County Mayo man who struck it rich in the Klondike Gold Rush, and she became the wife of an Irish Ambassador.  Her songs are known by many, and her actions helped save thousands from the Nazis in World War II.  Now she reflects on the beauty and friendship of song, and the part she played during the world’s darkest hours. Arís presents the fascinating true story of a life lived on the world stage.

TAPAS VIII – Short Play Festival – GREEN

May 10-26, 2024

Owners of short attention spans can rejoice with this smorgasbord of short plays. From comedy to horror to drama to farce, this is the 8th annual short play festival.

Eleven plays, twenty four actors, two hours, one amazing show!  These short plays are a perfect spring treat that will leave you wanting more.  

The Wash

July 10-28, 2024

Written by Kelundra Smith

Impact Theatre Atlanta in conjunction with the Academy Theatre and Synchronicity Theatre present Kelundra Smith’s world premiere play about the Atlanta Laundresses’ strike of 1881! This dramedy tells the story of how African American women began the strike and how it spread to garner the support of the whole community! Don’t miss this great show directed by Brenda Porter. 

Sunday Variety Series

Every Sunday evening from 6:30-8:30 PM on the Academy Theatre’s Diamond Stage

Lon Eldridge and Richard Daigle Concert

Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Lon Eldridge & Richard Daigle play a night of music inspired by Delta blues and swing, and John Prine-inspired original songs.” Lon Eldridge and his handlebar moustache have graced stages throughout North America and in Europe and Japan, delivering his blend of Delta blues, swing and ragtime music with a demeanor that conjures up Leon Redbone. His intricate fingerstyle guitar work evokes the spirits of Mississippi John Hurt, Robert Johnson and other greats.  New Orleans-born Richard Daigle discovered John Prine’s first album in the mid 70s and was immediately hooked. He had the pleasure of interviewing and having dinner with Prine years before the internet was a thing. One reviewer said of Daigle’s inaugural album, released in 2020, “it’s modern-day folk-rock music at its best.”

Tickets are $20

Tabitha King and Her Band

Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Tabitha King has performed with Frankie Beverly, The Three Degrees, and Gladys Knight! Widely known for her renditions from Whitney Houston, Adele, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys and other famous singers.  Come and celebrate Mother’s Day with her!

Tickets are $20

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Academy Theatre patrons are entitled to received a discount on ATL SYMPHONY tickets with this partnership. Call the Academy Theatre for details (404) 474-8332.

FROM I-85
Take exit 75 to Sylvan Rd/Central Ave. Turn east onto N. Central Ave. Academy Theatre will be on your left, just past Volare Bistro and across from the pedestrian bridge that crosses the railroad tracks on your right.

FROM I-75
Take exit 239 Central Ave. Go west on Central Ave. and the theatre will be on your right just across from the pedestrian bridge.

FREE PARKING OPTIONS
Limited on-street parking is available on N. Central Ave. Public parking lots are available at Sam Hape Plaza (next to Hapeville Corner Tavern) and on North Fulton Avenue (across the street from the Hapeville Fire Department).

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599 N. Central Ave.,
Hapeville, GA 30354

(404) 474-8332

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WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
Wheelchair seating is available. Patrons can either transfer from their wheelchair to a seat, or a space will be cleared so that the patron may stay in their chair.