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The oldest surviving African-American built, owned, and operated vaudeville theatre in the US. Please contact us or visit our web page for rental information.

The Morton Theatre is a 480-seat, acoustically superb auditorium listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a locally designated historic landmark. The Morton is available for performance rentals, tours, seminars, small banquets, meetings, conferences, receptions, and more.

10/28/2026

An incredible weekend of dance is on the way next month as INSPIRE School for the Arts takes over our historic stage for their annual Winter Showcase, Dec. 12–13! ❄️

Come cheer on both recreational dancers and the Elite competition team as they light up the stage with creativity and holiday joy.

🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix | ℹ️ Info: https://bit.ly/inspire26w

10/28/2026

Something chilly and cheerful is coming to the Morton later this month! ❄️☃️

Bring the whole family for The Studio Athens' Triple Threat Musical Theatre's production of Frozen JR. Nov. 20–22. Grab your seats at the links below before they melt away!

🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix | ℹ️ Info: https://bit.ly/stuathfj

Adults: $18
Students/Kids (Under 18): $15
(For group tickets call 706-613-3770 or visit Mon–Fri, 12:00–4:00!)

10/26/2026

Someone's absorbent and yellow...and he's bringing his friends to the Morton Theatre! 👀 🧽

Athens Creative Theatre is bringing The SpongeBob Musical to the stage November 6–8! Expect non-stop laughs, incredible music, and iconic characters from Bikini Bottom.

🎟️ Tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix | ℹ️ Info: https://bit.ly/act-tsm

Adults: $15
Students w/ ID & Kids Under 17: FREE!
Groups (5+): $10/ticket
(Claim free/discounted tickets by calling 706-613-3770 or visiting M–F, 12:00–4:00!)

10/25/2026

Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree with a soulful twist! 🎄🎶

A Magical Motown Christmas presented by Moxie Events arrives at the Morton on Saturday, December 5th.

🎟️ Get Tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix to secure your spot
ℹ️ Event Info: https://bit.ly/mtownmt26 for more details.
👀 Watch a Sneak Peek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9DcbGqPMys

A Magical Motown Christmas is coming to the Morton Theatre in Athen...

10/24/2026

🌙✨ The DanceATHENS 2026 grand finale begins soon! ✨🌙

Tonight is your final chance to catch the incredible talent lighting up the stage for DanceATHENS 2026 here at the Morton! You won't want to miss this closing celebration.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, seating begins at 7:00 PM, and the show kicks off at 7:30 PM

Tickets are still available; Secure your seats now for the ultimate celebration of Southeast dance culture!

🎟️ Get Tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix

10/24/2026

💃 Matinee Magic is in the air! ☀️

Day two of DanceATHENS 2026 is underway with an afternoon showcase! Come experience the phenomenal energy of the Southeast's dance community.

Doors open at 3:00 PM, seating begins at 3:30 PM, and the show starts at 4:00 PM.

Tickets are still available! So grab your tickets and bring your friends and family for an unforgettable afternoon of performance art.

🎟️ Get Tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix

10/23/2026

🩰✨ Opening Night is TONIGHT! ✨🩰

Get ready for an incredible weekend celebrating movement, community, and talent at DanceATHENS 2026!

Doors and box office open at 5:30 PM, seating begins at 6:00 PM, and the show kicks off at 6:30 PM

Tickets are still available; Grab yours now and support incredible regional artists from Georgia, Alabama, and South Carolina!

🎟️ Get tickets: https://bit.ly/4MTtix

10/01/2026

Heads up, y'all! Our box office will be closed tomorrow, October 2, due to road closures for the UGA Homecoming Parade.

We will reopen for all your ticketing and rental needs on Monday, October 5 from noon–4:00 PM!

To purchase tickets 24/7, please visit https://bit.ly/4MTtix

09/16/2026

Calling all parents, teachers, and school groups! 🚌🎭

Bring the young ones to the Morton Theatre next Friday, September 25, for Catching the Moon: The Story of a Young Girl’s Baseball Dream.

This fun, high-energy musical tells the story of how grit and determination helped a young Black girl grow up to break history in professional baseball.

For more info, visit https://bit.ly/mtcctm, and reserve your tickets by calling our box office at 706-613-3770.

09/15/2026

Next time you visit, take a moment to admire our incredible new lobby mural, "The Stage of Memory" by Alex Maksiov! 🎨✨

This stunning new addition honors the Morton's golden era, legendary past performers, its history as an early movie house, and our visionary founder, Monroe Bowers “Pink” Morton.

We are deeply grateful to the ACCGov Public Art Program, the Athens Downtown Development Authority, and the Georgia Power Foundation for helping bring this vision to life. We can't wait for you all to see it in person!

Address

195 W Washington Street
Athens, GA
30601

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 4pm
Tuesday	11am - 4pm
Wednesday	11am - 4pm
Thursday	11am - 4pm
Friday	11am - 4pm

Telephone

(706) 613-3770

Website

http://www.mortontheatre.com/

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