• Ladysmith Black Mambazo

    Academy Center of the Arts Historic Theatre 600 Main Street, Lynchburg, United States

    The year 2023 marks the 63rd anniversary of Joseph Shabalala forming GRAMMY-Award winning group Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The group sings a traditional music style called isicathamiya (Is-Cot-A-Mee-Ya), developed by black workers in the mines of South Africa.

  • TLVS w/special guests Soporus

    The Music Hall 722 Commerce St., Lynchburg, United States

    TLVS is currently a three piece band that works with other artists from time to time. Their take on “vocal-free rock music” intricately weaves together abstract guitar riffs, ambient noises, and cinematic elements to create a deeply immersive auditory experience. Known for their atmospheric and introspective compositions, TLVS crafts music that evokes a sense of […]

  • The Greatest Love of All starring Belinda Davids

    Academy Center of the Arts Historic Theatre 600 Main Street, Lynchburg, United States

    Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids as Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on.” Belinda was featured on Fox TV’s ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ and BBC1 TV’s ‘Even Better Than the Real Thing’.

  • Animation Festival 2025

    Academy Center of the Arts Historic Theatre 600 Main Street, Lynchburg, United States

    Join us at the Academy Center of the Arts for the Animation Festival – Featuring the work of Chuck Jones, a tribute to the legendary animator who brought to life some of the most beloved characters and stories in animation history. Doors open at 11:00 AM, and attendees can enjoy an exciting array of pre-film […]

  • Michael Clem

    The Music Hall 722 Commerce St., Lynchburg, United States

    A recent nominee for BEST OF C-VILLE 2022 & 2024 in the “Music Artist” category, local singer-songwriter Michael Clem has managed to continue his life as a full-time musician for several decades. For 31 years, Clem had been playing bass, singing and writing songs for the national touring act he co-founded, Eddie from Ohio. Over […]