Academy of Music Theatre

This week at The Academy, don’t miss Asleep at the Wheel on their Happy Trails Tour, presented by DSP Shows and Signature Sounds! Experience the timeless magic of Western swing with Ray Benson and his legendary band, who have been shaping American roots music for over fifty years. With over 30 albums, ten Grammy awards, and countless miles traveled, Benson and his ever-evolving lineup bring their infectious energy and unparalleled musicianship to the stage on August 28th at 8:00 PM.

Witness a true icon of American roots music live in concert! 🎟️ Tickets range from $29.50 to $49.50 ($38.92 to $60.35 with fees). Purchase online anytime or visit the box office Tuesday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM!

For more details and tickets, visit: https://www.aomtheatre.com/event/asleep-at-the-wheel-happy-trails-tour/

Experience the explosive convergence of legends at NRBQ and FAT: The Big Bang presented by Dream Merchant Productions! Born in the late 60s, these icons have shaped the Western Mass ""Original"" Music Universe for five decades and continue to rock hard. Join us at The Academy of Music Theatre on August 24th at 6:30 PM for an electrifying evening celebrating timeless music and enduring talent!

Get one of the 10 discounted $10 tickets for the August 24th show with a valid EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare card! 🎟️ Regular tickets are $30.00 to $60.00 ($35.91 to $68.25 with fees). Hurry to the box office or call between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday—limited availability! 🚀

For more details and tickets, visit: https://www.aomtheatre.com/event/nrbq-fat-the-big-bang/

🎭🐻 Calling all young performers! Register your kids ages 6-9 now for Academy Youth Theatre Productions' next show: Disney's Winnie the Pooh KIDS! 🌳

This 30-minute musical, featuring a silly ole bear and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood, is perfect for kids of any experience level. It's a fun, introductory experience to the world of musical theatre! 🌟

🗓 Rehearsals: September 3rd – October 24th
📅 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5pm – 7pm
🎉 Performance: October 25th, 2024
💵 Cost: $390 per child (Financial aid available)

🔗 More info at: https://www.aomtheatre.com/youth-programs/academy-youth-productions/

Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman, Robert B. Sherman, Robert Lopez, Kristen Anderson-Lopez. Music Adapted & Arranged and Additional Music by Will Van D**e. Book and Additional Lyrics by Cheryl Davis.

DISNEY’S WINNIE THE POOH KIDS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. MTIShows.com

Get ready to groove at Back Porch Songwriter Night: The Songs of Paul Simon presented by Signature Sounds! As part of the Arcadia Folk Festival, join us at The Academy of Music on Friday, August 23rd at 7:00 PM for an unforgettable tribute to Paul Simon, benefiting the Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary. This all-star lineup will celebrate Simon’s incredible seven-decade career as one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our time.

Get one of the 10 discounted $10 tickets for the August 23rd AOM Theatre show with a valid EBT, WIC, or ConnectorCare card! 🎟️ Regular tickets are $29.99 to $39.99 ($38.90 to $49.86 with fees). Visit or call the box office between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday—act fast, as these tickets go quickly! 🌟

For more details and tickets, visit: https://www.aomtheatre.com/event/back-porch-songwriter-night-the-songs-of-paul-simon/

🎭 Get ready for Fall Musical Theatre classes at the Academy! 🎭 Registration opens TODAY for two exciting classes: Thoroughly Theatrical: Musical Theatre Performance Class for ages 11-18 and Movement for Musicals: Intro Musical Theatre Dance for ages 6-10. These classes are perfect for kids who love to sing, dance, and act, whether they're beginners or ready to take their skills to the next level. Showcase performances will be held on November 26th, 2024.

Classes start in mid-September and take place at the Academy of Music Theatre & Down Right Productions in Florence. Give your child the chance to shine on stage this fall! Learn more at https://www.aomtheatre.com/youth-programs/fall-classes/

🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️ It's time to celebrate National Relaxation Day! 🌿✨ How are you planning to unwind today? Share your favorite form of relaxation in the comments below! 🌴☕️📚

"🎭 Wow! Our 13+ students are on fire in The Spotlight! Intensive. We invite families to join us at The Academy Youth Productions' Spotlight! Intensive Showcase. These daring young performers have been challenged both as ensemble and solo performers, pushing their musical theatre skills in a fast-paced and supportive environment! Come celebrate their hard work and dedication at the showcase!

📅 Date: 08/09/2024
🕝 Time: 2:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA
🔗 Directions: https://www.aomtheatre.com/contact-us/map/

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Today in history, on August 6, 1965, the Voting Rights Act was signed into law in the United States, marking a pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights. This landmark legislation aimed to overcome legal barriers at the state and local levels that prevented African Americans from exercising their right to vote under the 15th Amendment. 🗳️✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽

The Act was a significant victory for the Civil Rights Movement, led by influential figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and countless brave activists who risked their lives for equality. It prohibited racial discrimination in voting, ensuring that every citizen, regardless of race, had the right to participate in the democratic process. 📜✨

As we reflect on this significant day, let’s honor the legacy of those who fought for justice and continue striving for a more inclusive and fair society.

How to register to vote: https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote

🎭 Celebrating International Day of Friendship! 🎭 To celebrate the International Day of Friendship, let's cherish the lifelong friends we make at theater camp. Share your favorite childhood memory with your friends in the comments!

As the world gathers for the grand theater of the Olympic Games, we at the Academy of Music Theatre stand proud in support of our amazing athletes! Let's unite in applause and cheers as they bring their stories of dedication, talent, and the true spirit of competition to life on this global stage.

The opening ceremony for the Summer Olympics takes place TODAY Friday, July 26, from 1:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. ET streaming on Peacock TV and NBC Olympics & Paralympics (nbcolympics.com). Go Team USA! 🌟🎶

🎭 Parent Appreciation Day! 🎭 Today, we celebrate YOU, our amazing parents, grandparents, guardians, and caretakers, for your unwavering dedication in introducing your young ones to the arts! Thanks to your support, we have a vibrant community and future artists and arts lovers in the making.

🌟 Kudos to all our youth participants for their remarkable hard work! 🌟
Families, you're warmly invited to the final revue-style performance by the participants of the "Encore! Musical Theatre Workshop" on the historic Academy stage this Friday at 2:30PM. Over the past two weeks, these amazing youngsters have honed their musical theater skills, learning new songs and dances each day, playing theater games, and building self-confidence and teamwork.
Come and celebrate their accomplishments at this delightful showcase and learn what our summer youth workshops are all about! No RSVP necessary! 🎶✨

📅 Date: 07/26/2024 at 2:30 PM
📍 Venue: Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA
🗺 Directions: https://www.aomtheatre.com/contact-us/map/

🎸 Exciting Announcement! 🎸 Wow! This week at the Academy of Music Theatre DSP Shows presents Billy Bragg: The Roaring Forty USA Tour 2024. The punk rocker turned folk singer and protest icon, celebrates 40 years of fearless recording and tireless performing. Kicking off July 18 in Riverhead, NY, and concluding with a return to the Newport Folk Festival on July 27, this tour will feature Bragg and keyboardist JJ Stoney performing fan favorites from his acclaimed box set, 'The Roaring Forty 1983-2023.'

📅 Date: 07/23/2024
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: The Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA
🎟️ Event Link: https://www.aomtheatre.com/event/billy-bragg-the-roaring-forty-usa-tour-2024/

Don't miss this chance to see the champion of the underclasses and all-around decent bloke, live on stage. 🎤 See you there for an unforgettable night!

Billy Bragg: The Roaring Forty USA Tour 2024 - ACADEMY OF MUSIC DSP presale begins Thursday, 5/2 at 10:00am with promo code distributed by their newsletter. Sign up for their New England email list HERE for details. Sales will open to the public on Friday, 5/3 at 10:00 AM. Punk rocker, soldier, Essex boy, folk singer, Skiffle aficionado, protest singers’ prote...

🎸 Get ready for a rockin' week ahead! 🎶 Don't miss Billy Bragg: The Roaring Forty USA Tour 2024 presented by DSP Shows on 7/23 and Rock Voices' Tribute to Queen on 7/27, the area’s only community rock choir! 🎤

Visit our website for all upcoming events at https://www.aomtheatre.com/.

🎉 🎶Experience an Unforgettable Evening with Steve Earle this Week at the Academy of Music Theatre!🎶🎉

Join us this week for an intimate evening with one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation, Steve Earle, presented by DSP Shows, with opener John Eddie. Steve Earle has captivated audiences with his masterful storytelling and timeless classics like "Guitar Town" and "Copperhead Road." His music has been recorded by legends such as Johnny Cash, Emmylou Harris, and Joan Baez.

📅 Date: 07/18/2024
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Venue: Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA
🎟️ Event Link: https://www.aomtheatre.com/event/steve-earle-alone-again-solo-acoustic/

Don't miss this chance to witness his raw, acoustic performance and celebrate his profound influence on the Americana genre. 🎸✨ See you there! 🎤

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🎶 Get Ready for an Unforgettable Evening with Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall Together on Stage TOMRROW presented by ! 🎶 This is a night you won't want to miss! 🌟

Trailblazing singer-songwriter with three GRAMMY Awards, thirteen acclaimed albums, and a celebrated memoir, Shawn Colvin has captivated audiences since her 1989 debut, Steady On. With a career spanning over 30 years, she is a true icon in the music industry.

Bursting onto the scene with her 2004 debut, Eye to the Telescope, KT Tunstall brought us global hits like "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" and "Suddenly I See". Known for her dynamic performances and innovative looping skills, KT has solidified her place as one of today's most exciting songwriters.

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to see these two extraordinary artists together on one stage! 🎤🎸✨

📅 Date: July 13, 2024
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Venue: Academy of Music Theatre, Northampton

Only a few tix left. Grab them now! 🎟️ https://www.aomtheatre.com/event/an-evening-with-shawn-colvin-kt-tunstall-together-on-stage/

We would love to have Taylor Swift on the Academy of Music stage, anytime! ❤️

Breaking: Taylor Swift Receives Lifetime Ban From The Academy Of Music, "Bubble Gum Music" In a shocking turn of events that has sent ripples through the music industry, the Academy of Music has officially banned Taylor Swift for life. The

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Congratulations to all the young poets that participated in the Academy’s Regional Youth Poetry Slam! Thank you to our host, Lyrical Faith, for her inspiration and dedication for sharing and encouraging the world of poetry with area high school students. We are grateful for the judges, timers, Smith College’s Poetry Center, and the audience for their support. We are thrilled to have Franny Choi, Northampton’s Poet Laureate share her work on stage. What an amazing evening!! ❤️

The Academy of Music Theatre presents the second annual Regional Youth Poetry Slam for area high school students from Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden counties on April 27th. Twelve poets are selected to compete in three elimination slam rounds with cash prizes for the top three winners. Hosted by national award-winning slam poet, Lyrical Faith, this event shines a spotlight on future voices of spoken word. aomtheatre.com

Join the Academy of Music for our Summer Musical Theatre Workshops! Spots are still available for our two week Encore! Workshop focusing on performing as a group ensemble, or go for a more solo/individual experience in the one week Spotlight! Workshop, learning about auditioning for musical theatre and targeting specific student-led goals. Anyone aged 13-15 can also sign up for both the Encore! and Spotlight! workshops. Visit our website or reach out to [email protected] to learn more!

We re-open tomorrow with a full slate of performances and a new chandelier! We look forward to seeing you at the theatre!

Award-winning theatre maker Rachel Mars performs a gloriously rude new solo show that unearths the hot-as-hell letters from the past that make sexts blush. All attendees must be 18+
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Three more weeks until we re-open and we bring you more fun, shows, and a new chandelier! Thank you City of Northampton and Keiter Construction for your support!

There’s still time to get tickets for tonight’s show. Come support these amazing dancers!

EXCHANGE the Teen Performance Festival - ACADEMY OF MUSIC THE SCHOOL FOR CONTEMPORARY DANCE & THOUGHT PRESENTS The Hatchery pre professional dance company in EXCHANGE- THE TEEN PERFORMANCE FESTIVAL on Friday May 26 at 7:30 PM and HATCHERY BIG TIME on Thursday May 25 at 7:30 PM “Teens who think on their feet” -Hampshire Gazette CELEBRATING and SPOTLIGHT...

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