Winter Showcase (K-2) & (3-12)!

WINTER SHOWCASE 2025: Grades K – 2 (Saturday, December 13th at 3:00pm) It’s the most festive time of year! Our youngest Athens Theatre Youth Academy students will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from......More

WINTER SHOWCASE 2025: Grades K – 2 (Saturday, December 13th at 3:00pm) It’s the most festive time of year! Our youngest Athens Theatre Youth Academy students will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from the following classes: Kids Music TimeKids DanceWINTER SHOWCASE 2025: Grades 3 – 12 (Tuesday, December 16th at 7:00pm) All Athens Theatre Youth Academy students in grades 3 through 12 will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from the following classes: Creative DramaBeginning ImprovisationAdvanced ImprovisationMusical Theatre 1Musical Theatre 2Acting & Public SpeakingBUY TICKETS FOR GRADES K-2 SHOWCASE HERE BUY TICKETS FOR GRADES 3-12 SHOWCASE HERE (K-2) RESERVED SEATINGPreferred Seating – $15 General Seating – $12 (3-12) RESERVED SEATINGPreferred Seating – $18 General Seating – $15 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases. As the historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator, the balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. Contact our box office at 386-736-1500 to reserve your seats today!

Athens Theatre, 124 N Florida Ave, DeLand, FL, 32720, United States

IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN

Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin, Book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge “One farmhouse. A year of holidays. And a Christmas to remember.” Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn—a heartwarming holiday treat packed with show-stopping dance nu......More

Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin, Book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge “One farmhouse. A year of holidays. And a Christmas to remember.” Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn—a heartwarming holiday treat packed with show-stopping dance numbers, dazzling costumes, and a treasure trove of timeless tunes. When Broadway performer Jim leaves the bright lights behind for a quiet Connecticut farmhouse, he ends up transforming his home into a seasonal inn, open only on the holidays. But with love in the air, rivalries heating up, and performances for every festivity, the holidays get a lot more exciting than he ever imagined. Featuring 20 beloved Irving Berlin classics—including “White Christmas,” “Happy Holiday,” “Blue Skies,” and “Cheek to Cheek”—this delightful musical delivers all the laughter, romance, and seasonal sparkle of a Christmas card come to life. Presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals Rated G: Run time: 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 15-minute intermission BUY TICKETS NOW BUY NOW AS PART OF A SEASON PACKAGE SPECIAL ASL/ENGLISH INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY 12/6 SPECIAL AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE ON SUNDAY 12/7 TO PURCHASE TICKETS IN THE SECTION WITH THE BEST SIGHT LINES TO THE INTERPRETERS, PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE EITHER AT 386-736-1500 OR EMAIL US AT [email protected]   Reserved Seating Preferred $37 (Row A-F, Orchestra & CC-DD Center Balcony) Adult $32 – Senior $28Student/Child $12 – Groups of 8 or more $25A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases. As the historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator, the balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. Special Box Seat Package Catered exclusively by Joe Hearn Events, The Elusive Grape, Pat & Toni’s Sweet Things, and 3 Smart Cookies. $500 – Price includes: Up to 11 seats in the Box Seat and Balcony areaChoice of Red/White WineCheese PlatterChocolate Covered StrawberriesCookiesPlease contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500, for this Package.(a $5 per seat processing fee is added to the cost of these packages)

IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN

Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin, Book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge “One farmhouse. A year of holidays. And a Christmas to remember.” Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn—a heartwarming holiday treat packed with show-stopping dance nu......More

Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin, Book by Gordon Greenberg and Chad Hodge “One farmhouse. A year of holidays. And a Christmas to remember.” Celebrate the magic of Christmas with Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn—a heartwarming holiday treat packed with show-stopping dance numbers, dazzling costumes, and a treasure trove of timeless tunes. When Broadway performer Jim leaves the bright lights behind for a quiet Connecticut farmhouse, he ends up transforming his home into a seasonal inn, open only on the holidays. But with love in the air, rivalries heating up, and performances for every festivity, the holidays get a lot more exciting than he ever imagined. Featuring 20 beloved Irving Berlin classics—including “White Christmas,” “Happy Holiday,” “Blue Skies,” and “Cheek to Cheek”—this delightful musical delivers all the laughter, romance, and seasonal sparkle of a Christmas card come to life. Presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals Rated G: Run time: 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 15-minute intermission BUY TICKETS NOW BUY NOW AS PART OF A SEASON PACKAGE SPECIAL ASL/ENGLISH INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY 12/6 SPECIAL AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE ON SUNDAY 12/7 TO PURCHASE TICKETS IN THE SECTION WITH THE BEST SIGHT LINES TO THE INTERPRETERS, PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE EITHER AT 386-736-1500 OR EMAIL US AT [email protected]   Reserved Seating Preferred $37 (Row A-F, Orchestra & CC-DD Center Balcony) Adult $32 – Senior $28Student/Child $12 – Groups of 8 or more $25A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases. As the historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator, the balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. Special Box Seat Package Catered exclusively by Joe Hearn Events, The Elusive Grape, Pat & Toni’s Sweet Things, and 3 Smart Cookies. $500 – Price includes: Up to 11 seats in the Box Seat and Balcony areaChoice of Red/White WineCheese PlatterChocolate Covered StrawberriesCookiesPlease contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500, for this Package.(a $5 per seat processing fee is added to the cost of these packages)

Winter Showcase (K-2) & (3-12)!

WINTER SHOWCASE 2025: Grades K – 2 (Saturday, December 13th at 3:00pm) It’s the most festive time of year! Our youngest Athens Theatre Youth Academy students will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from......More

WINTER SHOWCASE 2025: Grades K – 2 (Saturday, December 13th at 3:00pm) It’s the most festive time of year! Our youngest Athens Theatre Youth Academy students will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from the following classes: Kids Music TimeKids DanceWINTER SHOWCASE 2025: Grades 3 – 12 (Tuesday, December 16th at 7:00pm) All Athens Theatre Youth Academy students in grades 3 through 12 will be coming together to show you what they’ve been working on in class this semester! Featuring students from the following classes: Creative DramaBeginning ImprovisationAdvanced ImprovisationMusical Theatre 1Musical Theatre 2Acting & Public SpeakingBUY TICKETS FOR GRADES K-2 SHOWCASE HERE BUY TICKETS FOR GRADES 3-12 SHOWCASE HERE (K-2) RESERVED SEATINGPreferred Seating – $15 General Seating – $12 (3-12) RESERVED SEATINGPreferred Seating – $18 General Seating – $15 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases. As the historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator, the balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. Contact our box office at 386-736-1500 to reserve your seats today!

Athens Theatre, 124 N Florida Ave, DeLand, FL, 32720, United States

CHRISTMAS SWING WITH THE GREAT AMERICAN BIG BAND

HO HO HO! Get ready for the show! The Great American Big Band is back at the historic Athens Theater with their timeless holiday favorites.  Join the big band along with their friends, Bing, Rosemary, Cab, Glenn, Artie and Benny, as they help ring-in the season!  Playin......More

HO HO HO! Get ready for the show! The Great American Big Band is back at the historic Athens Theater with their timeless holiday favorites.  Join the big band along with their friends, Bing, Rosemary, Cab, Glenn, Artie and Benny, as they help ring-in the season!  Playing some of the greatest holiday hits of all time, these cherished songs are sure to pave the way for the festivities.  Including classic selections from the 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s, this spectacular tribute is sure to keep things merry and bright! Here’s what past guests have to say: “The Orlando Big Band Holiday concert gets rated with a BIG 10! Last year, I took my mom (age 92), her husband (age 94), and my sister to the concert, and everyone was excited to attend again this year. To find out this year that the musicians are all volunteers, who have supplied over 4,000 musical instruments to children, was amazing!” — Margaret D. “It was an amazing and entertaining experience. The performers were extremely talented and seemed to enjoy everything that they did. It was wonderful that the band was made up of Central Florida volunteer players.” — Robert L. “Last year my husband and I went to their performance. I loved it so much it had me in tears. This year we treated our whole family, it was our Christmas present to them. Everyone was so impressed and loved it so much! Thank you so much for coming out. Our new family tradition.” — Sarah P. “Rate it a 10. We enjoyed it thoroughly! Had our 2 grandchildren with us, ages 6 & 2, and they were dancing around their seats. They wanted the band to come to their house.” — Jessica M. RESERVED SEATINGPreferred Reserved Seating $401st. 6 rows Orchestra & 2 Rows Center Balcony Adult $35Seniors/Veterans $28Child $11 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases and we collect a 6.5% State and County Sales Tax SPECIAL BOX SEAT PACKAGE6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $300PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500 Due to the fact that the Historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator to the balcony. The balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating.

CHRISTMAS SWING WITH THE GREAT AMERICAN BIG BAND

HO HO HO! Get ready for the show! The Great American Big Band is back at the historic Athens Theater with their timeless holiday favorites.  Join the big band along with their friends, Bing, Rosemary, Cab, Glenn, Artie and Benny, as they help ring-in the season!  Playin......More

HO HO HO! Get ready for the show! The Great American Big Band is back at the historic Athens Theater with their timeless holiday favorites.  Join the big band along with their friends, Bing, Rosemary, Cab, Glenn, Artie and Benny, as they help ring-in the season!  Playing some of the greatest holiday hits of all time, these cherished songs are sure to pave the way for the festivities.  Including classic selections from the 30s, 40s, 50s, and 60s, this spectacular tribute is sure to keep things merry and bright! Here’s what past guests have to say: “The Orlando Big Band Holiday concert gets rated with a BIG 10! Last year, I took my mom (age 92), her husband (age 94), and my sister to the concert, and everyone was excited to attend again this year. To find out this year that the musicians are all volunteers, who have supplied over 4,000 musical instruments to children, was amazing!” — Margaret D. “It was an amazing and entertaining experience. The performers were extremely talented and seemed to enjoy everything that they did. It was wonderful that the band was made up of Central Florida volunteer players.” — Robert L. “Last year my husband and I went to their performance. I loved it so much it had me in tears. This year we treated our whole family, it was our Christmas present to them. Everyone was so impressed and loved it so much! Thank you so much for coming out. Our new family tradition.” — Sarah P. “Rate it a 10. We enjoyed it thoroughly! Had our 2 grandchildren with us, ages 6 & 2, and they were dancing around their seats. They wanted the band to come to their house.” — Jessica M. RESERVED SEATINGPreferred Reserved Seating $401st. 6 rows Orchestra & 2 Rows Center Balcony Adult $35Seniors/Veterans $28Child $11 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases and we collect a 6.5% State and County Sales Tax SPECIAL BOX SEAT PACKAGE6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $300PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500 Due to the fact that the Historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator to the balcony. The balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating.

Stars of Broadway, Voices of Tomorrow: A Holiday Concert Fundraiser

If you missed Jenny DiNoia’s show-stopping performance in last spring’s Green for Green Wicked extravaganza, here’s your chance to see her shine once again—this time in a brand-new holiday concert alongside fellow Broadway artist Paul Peglar (tick, tick…BOOM!). Together......More

If you missed Jenny DiNoia’s show-stopping performance in last spring’s Green for Green Wicked extravaganza, here’s your chance to see her shine once again—this time in a brand-new holiday concert alongside fellow Broadway artist Paul Peglar (tick, tick…BOOM!). Together, they’ll bring the lights, energy, and artistry of Broadway straight to DeLand for a dazzling, one-night-only performance at the historic Athens Theatre. Experience the magic as these acclaimed performers share the stage with talented students from the Athens Theatre Youth Academy in a heartwarming celebration of music, mentorship, and the joy of the season. This unforgettable evening blends Broadway brilliance with the inspiring voices of tomorrow—an uplifting holiday experience for the entire community. Reserved Seating Preferred $50 (Row A-F, Orchestra & CC-DD Center Balcony) Adult $40Student/Child $30A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases. As the historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator, the balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. Special Box Seat Package Catered exclusively by Joe Hearn Events, The Elusive Grape, Pat & Toni’s Sweet Things, and 3 Smart Cookies. $1000 – Price includes: Up to 11 seats in the Box Seat and Balcony areaChoice of Red/White WineCheese PlatterChocolate Covered StrawberriesCookiesPlease contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500, for this Package.(a $5 per seat processing fee is added to the cost of these packages)

Phantasmagoria's "A Very Dickens Christmas!"

Join Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA as they return to their celebrated adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” along with other Christmas Ghost Stories all from the mind of Charles Dickens in their 2025 Holiday Tour of: “A Very Dickens Christmas!” “A Christmas C......More

Join Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA as they return to their celebrated adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” along with other Christmas Ghost Stories all from the mind of Charles Dickens in their 2025 Holiday Tour of: “A Very Dickens Christmas!” “A Christmas Carol” and MORE Ghost Stories from Charles Dickens A wonderfully “Spirited” way to celebrate the year end festivities with Phantasmagoria’s evocative storytellers, dancers, and performers as they bring the heartwarming haunts of Charles Dickens to glorious life on stage. From the well known and loved “A Christmas Carol” to hidden gems from Dickens including “The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain”, “The Goblins who Stole a Sexton”, “What Christmas is as We Grow Older” and MUCH more! “Phantasmagoria invites you to gather round the Hearth this Holiday Season for a festive journey through the Holiday Ghost stories of Charles Dickens! “— eloquent, with playful and sparkling humor, and just the right amount of pathos to leave you cheering Scrooge on by the end.”  –   Michael Freeman, Freeline Media Orlando Please note there are haunted and “ghostly” apparitions involved.  Parental discretion advised. RESERVED SEATING Preferred Reserved Seating $401st. 6 rows Orchestra & 2 Rows Center Balcony General Reserved Seating $35 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases and we collect a 6.5% State and County Sales Tax Due to the fact that the Historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator to the balcony. The balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. SPECIAL BOX SEAT PACKAGE BOX SEATS AVAILABLE6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $300PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500

Athens Theatre, 124 N Florida Ave, DeLand, FL, 32720, United States

Phantasmagoria's "A Very Dickens Christmas!"

Join Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA as they return to their celebrated adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” along with other Christmas Ghost Stories all from the mind of Charles Dickens in their 2025 Holiday Tour of: “A Very Dickens Christmas!” “A Christmas C......More

Join Victorian Performance Troupe PHANTASMAGORIA as they return to their celebrated adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” along with other Christmas Ghost Stories all from the mind of Charles Dickens in their 2025 Holiday Tour of: “A Very Dickens Christmas!” “A Christmas Carol” and MORE Ghost Stories from Charles Dickens A wonderfully “Spirited” way to celebrate the year end festivities with Phantasmagoria’s evocative storytellers, dancers, and performers as they bring the heartwarming haunts of Charles Dickens to glorious life on stage. From the well known and loved “A Christmas Carol” to hidden gems from Dickens including “The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain”, “The Goblins who Stole a Sexton”, “What Christmas is as We Grow Older” and MUCH more! “Phantasmagoria invites you to gather round the Hearth this Holiday Season for a festive journey through the Holiday Ghost stories of Charles Dickens! “— eloquent, with playful and sparkling humor, and just the right amount of pathos to leave you cheering Scrooge on by the end.”  –   Michael Freeman, Freeline Media Orlando Please note there are haunted and “ghostly” apparitions involved.  Parental discretion advised. RESERVED SEATING Preferred Reserved Seating $401st. 6 rows Orchestra & 2 Rows Center Balcony General Reserved Seating $35 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases and we collect a 6.5% State and County Sales Tax Due to the fact that the Historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator to the balcony. The balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. SPECIAL BOX SEAT PACKAGE BOX SEATS AVAILABLE6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $300PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500

Athens Theatre, 124 N Florida Ave, DeLand, FL, 32720, United States

THE ROCKET MAN SHOW

This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot ......More

This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot on vocals & fierce piano playing. Rus painstakingly recreates an early Elton concert with gorgeous, colorful & flamboyant costumes actually worn by Elton – including boots, glasses & jumpsuits from 1973, as well as his sparkly tuxedo from 1984! With all the classic young Elton antics, audiences are in for a night of nostalgia, singing, laughing & participation.Remember when rock was young? You will after the show! Reviews from past patrons include: “We were BLOWN AWAY by the Rocket Man concert last night. Rus was phenomenal as Elton John! The singers and the band were fantastic! We look forward to seeing Rus again NEXT YEAR! So, PLEASE BRING THEM BACK!” — Linda F.“Definitely a 10. My husband and I both loved it and had a blast. Forgot sometimes that we weren’t watching the real Elton John.” — Nancy M.“Absolutely outstanding. Rus Anderson & the band were incredibly talented. The sound system, stage props, and costume design were Broadway quality.” — John C.“It was amazing! His energy just doesn’t stop. It took me right back to the 70s. The band is fantastic, so much talent. I can’t wait for next year.” — David H.RESERVE SEATINGPreferred Reserved Seating $401st. 6 rows Orchestra & 2 Rows Center Balcony General Reserved Seating $35 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases and we collect a 6.5% State and County Sales Tax Due to the fact that the Historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator to the balcony. The balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. SPECIAL BOX SEAT PACKAGEBOX SEATS AVAILABLE6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $270PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500

THE ROCKET MAN SHOW

This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot ......More

This is Elton! Rus Anderson is Elton John’s official body double for his Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour launch promo video. Picked by the man himself, Rus performs as a young Elton John in The Rocket Man Show – driving a night of Elton’s greatest hits, with spot on vocals & fierce piano playing. Rus painstakingly recreates an early Elton concert with gorgeous, colorful & flamboyant costumes actually worn by Elton – including boots, glasses & jumpsuits from 1973, as well as his sparkly tuxedo from 1984! With all the classic young Elton antics, audiences are in for a night of nostalgia, singing, laughing & participation.Remember when rock was young? You will after the show! Reviews from past patrons include: “We were BLOWN AWAY by the Rocket Man concert last night. Rus was phenomenal as Elton John! The singers and the band were fantastic! We look forward to seeing Rus again NEXT YEAR! So, PLEASE BRING THEM BACK!” — Linda F.“Definitely a 10. My husband and I both loved it and had a blast. Forgot sometimes that we weren’t watching the real Elton John.” — Nancy M.“Absolutely outstanding. Rus Anderson & the band were incredibly talented. The sound system, stage props, and costume design were Broadway quality.” — John C.“It was amazing! His energy just doesn’t stop. It took me right back to the 70s. The band is fantastic, so much talent. I can’t wait for next year.” — David H.RESERVE SEATINGPreferred Reserved Seating $401st. 6 rows Orchestra & 2 Rows Center Balcony General Reserved Seating $35 A $5.00 per ticket Processing charge is added to all purchases and we collect a 6.5% State and County Sales Tax Due to the fact that the Historic Athens Theatre does not have an elevator to the balcony. The balcony is not accessible to anyone with a wheelchair or walker. All Patrons with special needs can contact the Box Office at 386-736-1500 for our wheelchair/walker accessible seating. SPECIAL BOX SEAT PACKAGEBOX SEATS AVAILABLE6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $270PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500