Athens Theatre | Deland, Florida

DISNEY'S ALICE IN WONDERLAND, JR.!
2026-01-23 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-24 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-01-25 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-01-30 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-31 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-02-01 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-02-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-06 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | FL
Music and Lyrics by Sammy Fain, Bob Hilliard, Oliver Wallace, Cy Coban, Allie Wrubel, and Ted Sears, Book by David Simpatico. Based on the 1951 Disney animated film and the novels The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll.
“Tumble down the rabbit hole into a world where the impossible is normal and madness is marvelous”
Journey with Alice in this whimsical adventure that brings Lewis Carroll’s beloved creations to life in a whole new way. Meet a cast of colorful (and sometimes curiously confusing) characters—from a grinning Cheshire Cat to a time-obsessed White Rabbit and the tyrannical Queen of Hearts! Alice in Wonderland, JR. is a playful journey through a world where nonsense reigns and imagination knows no bounds. Prepare to be swept away in this madcap adventure that’s as delightfully unpredictable as Wonderland itself!
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
Rated G: Run time: 1 hour with a 15-minute intermission
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SPECIAL ASL/ENGLISH INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY 2/7 (at 7:30 pm evening performance)
SPECIAL AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY 2/7 (at 2:30 pm matinee performance)
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 BOXOFFICE@ATHENSDELAND.COM

Reserved Seating
Preferred $35 (Row A-F, Orchestra & CC-DD Center Balcony)
Adult $30 – Senior $28
Student/Child $12 – Groups of 8 or more $25
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.
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 area
Choice of Red/White Wine
Cheese Platter
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Cookies

Please 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)

KIDS DANCE II
2026-01-26 15:30 - 2026-04-27 16:30
Kids Dance II
Grades 3 – 5 | Mondays 3:30pm – 4:30pm | $260

This class is designed for students who are ready to develop basic movement skills through dance. Using techniques found in ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and more, your child will focus on understanding rhythm, form, and terminology in dance. This class will be a well-rounded introduction to dance for our youngest performers.
Grades 3 – 5, Mondays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm
SPRING 2026: January 26 – April 27 (No class on Monday, March 16th)
Showcase for Grades 3-12 will take place on Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 pm with a mandatory rehearsal on Monday, May 4th.
Tuition: One-time $260 payment in full
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ACTING & PUBLIC SPEAKING
2026-01-26 16:45 - 2026-04-27 17:45
Grades 6 – 12 | Mondays 4:45pm – 5:45pm | $260

For the teenager that wants to perform on stage and become a more confident communicator and public speaker. During class, students will learn about vocal projection, articulation, character analysis, memorization, speech preparation, and more through a variety of exercises and vocal training. Students will apply these skills to scene work, mock interviews, and speeches.
Classes take place weekly on Mondays.
SPRING 2026: January 26 – April 27 (No class on Monday, March 16th)
Showcase for Grades 3-12 will be held on Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 pm with a mandatory rehearsal on Monday, May 4th.
Tuition: One time $260 payment in full
REGISTER HERE

CREATIVE DRAMA
2026-01-27 15:30 - 2026-04-28 16:30
Grades 3-5 | Tuesdays 3:30pm – 4:30pm | $260

Unleash your child’s creativity and imagination! In creative drama, students will learn to tell stories through acting improvisation, movement, and scene work. They will learn basic theatre terms and techniques while developing skills in public speaking, leadership, creative thinking, and improve self-confidence. This will culminate in an end of semester showcase where they will perform what they learned in front of an audience, building your child’s social, emotional, and cognitive skills, setting them up for success.
Classes take place weekly on Tuesdays.
SPRING 2026: January 27th – April 28th (No class on March 17th)
Showcase for Grades 3-12 will be held on Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 pm with a mandatory rehearsal on Monday, May 4th.
Tuition: One-time $260 payment in full
REGISTER HERE

IMPROVISATION
2026-01-27 16:45 - 2026-04-28 17:45
BEGINNING
Grades 6 – 12 | Tuesdays 4:45pm – 5:45pm | $260
ADVANCED
Grades 8 – 12 | Tuesdays 6:00pm – 7:00pm | $260 (minimum 3 semesters of beginner required)

For the teen that wants to expand their performance skills! Students will learn core fundamentals of improvisation, pantomime and acting: focusing on games and exercises that encourage trust, communication, active listening, character development, and more! The perfect class for your teen to explore their craft and work on every aspect of the arts, making them a well rounded performer.
Classes take place weekly on Tuesdays.
SPRING 2026: January 27th – April 28th (No class on Tuesday, March 17th)

Showcase for Grades 3 – 12 will be held on Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 pm with a mandatory rehearsal on Monday, May 4th.

Tuition: One time $260 payment in full
REGISTER HERE

MUSICAL THEATRE
2026-01-28 16:45 - 2026-04-29 17:45
MUSICAL THEATER 1
Grades 3-5 | Wednesdays 3:30pm – 4:30pm | $260

MUSICAL THEATER 2
Grades 6-12 | Wednesdays 4:45pm – 5:45pm | $260

This class is for students who enjoy all aspects of performing. With a focus on a variety of dance styles, acting and music, these classes are curated to expose and enrich students new to the performing arts and challenge those more experienced. These classes will feature music and choreography from some of our favorite musicals and some new ones as well!
Classes take place weekly on Wednesdays.

SPRING 2026: January 28 – April 29 (No class on Wednesday, March 18th)
Showcase for Grades 3 – 12 will be held on Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 pm with a mandatory rehearsal on Monday, May 4th.
Tuition: One time $260 payment in full
REGISTER HERE

KIDS DANCE
2026-01-29 15:45 - 2026-04-30 16:30
Kids Dance I
Grades K – 2 | Thursdays 3:45pm – 4:30pm | $210

This class is designed for students who are ready to develop basic movement skills through dance. Using techniques found in ballet, hip-hop, jazz, and more, your child will focus on understanding rhythm, form, and terminology in dance. This class will be a well-rounded introduction to dance for our youngest performers.
Grades K – 2, Thursdays, 3:45pm – 4:30pm
SPRING 2026: January 29 – April 30 (No class on Thursday, March 19th)
Showcase for Grades K-2 will take place on Saturday, May 2nd at 3:00 pm
Tuition: One-time $210 payment in full
REGISTER HERE

STEEL MAGNOLIAS
2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-01 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-05 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-03-08 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-03-12 19:30 - 21:30 and 3 more dates
A Play by Robert Harling
“Big hair, big laughs, big love—bless your heart.”
Truvy’s beauty salon is where life happens. It’s where women gather to laugh, cry, share stories, and carry one another through everything life throws their way. Steel Magnolias is a funny, deeply moving story about friendship—the kind that’s loud, loyal, and shows up when it counts. It’s about finding strength in the people who know you best, and love you anyway. This heartfelt comedy-drama is as sweet and soulful as Southern tea—and proves that “laughter through tears” just might be the finest emotion of all.
Presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, Broadway Licensing, LLC, serving the Dramatists Play Service Collection.
Rated PG: Run time: 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 15-minute intermission
BUY TICKETS NOW
SPECIAL ASL/ENGLISH INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE ON SATURDAY 3/14
SPECIAL AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE ON SUNDAY 3/15
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 BOXOFFICE@ATHENSDELAND.COM

Reserved Seating
Preferred $37 (Row A-F, Orchestra & CC-DD Center Balcony)
Adult $32 – Senior $28
Student/Child $12 – Groups of 8 or more $25
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.
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 area
Choice of Red/White Wine
Cheese Platter
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Cookies

Please 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)

Classic Stones LIVE, The Complete Rolling Stones Tribute Show
2026-03-11 19:30 - 21:00
Front man Keith Call has all of the moves and swagger of Mick Jagger, and along with his partner in crime Bernie Bollendorf, who portrays rock and roll outlaw Keith Richards, they complete the duo notoriously hailed as “The Glimmer Twins”. Their jaw dropping resemblance to these two rock and roll icons is simply amazing, but what truly makes Classic Stones Live™ unique, is their musical prowess, attention to detail, and the spot on renditions of all of your favorite Rolling Stones “classics”!
From the signature saxophone solo in Brown Sugar to the unforgettable backing vocals in Gimme Shelter, every last detail has been accounted for by this eight piece band. Classic Stones Live™ performs all of the songs that are staples of any Rolling Stones show in original tunings.
Classic Stones Live™ captures the raw energy of the most electrifying performances throughout The Rolling Stones career, and recreates The Stones in their legendary prime. This is what makes Classic Stones Live™ THE number one Stones tribute in the world. Playing all of the hits that make up the soundtrack of many people’s lives, Classic Stones Live™ delivers a complete Rolling Stones experience every time.

RESERVED SEATING
Preferred Reserved Seating $40
1st. 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 AVAILABLE
6 SEATS PER BOX SEAT AREA $300
PLEASE CONTACT THE BOX OFFICE AT 386-736-1500

Forever ABBA Canada!
2026-03-18 17:00 - 18:45
ABBA is one of the most popular groups in the world today. Their record-breaking hits continue to thrill music lovers of all ages. Since their first triumph at Eurovision in 1974, ABBA has sold over 400 million copies of their albums. Furthermore, new renditions of popular ABBA songs now permeate modern musicals and media, stimulating a new generation of ABBA fans!
Forever ABBA Canada is North America’s #1 tribute to ABBA and its members have been dazzling audiences across the globe for many years. Forever ABBA Canada recreates the magic of ABBA with authentic costumes, spectacular harmonies and note-perfect musicianship taking their audience on a musical journey back in time!
Here’s what past guests have to say!
“The show was excellent! Had attended last year, and that experience was excellent as well. Hope ABBA Canada continues as a fixture on the Athens schedule for years to come.” – Amanda F.
“10/10! This was my second time seeing ABBA Forever Canada at the Athens! They were amazing, and I hope they return every year!!” – Jessica M.
“A big 10! My granddaughter and I attended the ABBA concert and were delighted by the show. She still talks about it and wants to see another show. Good time had! We saw them the last time they were in town.” – Linda K.
“A ten! For the ABBA show!” – Steve T.
“Outstanding concert! Loved the music, costumes, engaging singers, and incredible musicians! We just loved the whole Athens experience!” — Rebecca L.
“Fantastic show! The energy was off the charts, and the harmonies were spot on. It felt like a real ABBA concert, and we couldn’t stop dancing. Can’t wait for the next one!” — Sarah M.
“What a night! The costumes were perfect, and the music transported us back in time. The whole audience was singing along, and the band was amazing. Definitely one of the best shows we’ve seen at Athens!” — Mark T..

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
