The historic Morton Theatre is a popular choice for the performing arts and special events thanks to its charmingly classic ambiance and storied past. The versatile rental space has accommodated comedy shows, dance competitions, plays, concerts, film festivals, lectures, public ceremonies, weddings, and more. Whether you wish to attend a performance or produce your own, the Morton Theatre is a place where you can experience a part of the local history while creating some of your own!
For Everyone’s Health and Safety
At this time, patrons are not required to wear masks in the Morton Theatre in compliance with Athens-Clarke County’s COVID-19 policy. Individual show capacity will be determined by the event presenter. Staff will continue to monitor COVID-19 conditions.
For more information please visit the ACCUG website on Coronavirus information, accgov.com/coronavirus.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Athens-Clarke County.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Athens-Clarke County.
Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, set in 1917, is the story of Harold Loomis who returns to Pittsburgh in search of his wife. He is haunted by the memory of bounty hunter Joe Turner, the man who had illegally enslaved him.
INSPIRE’s Annual Winter Showcase features dancers of all ages performing to your favorite Winter tunes.
Bang Productions presents “Darren Knight Southern Momma Comedy Tour” featuring Alabama Big Earl, Red Squirrel, Gary Cargal, and DJ Slim McGraw.
Prelude Dance Ensemble presents their Spring 2025 Showcase.
Jamie Calkin, local Athens artist, has created a fabulous ink & watercolor of the Morton Theatre. 8x10 Gicleé print (archival paper and inks).
Please contact us if you are interested in a larger size print.
Additional original works by the artist are also available for sale, and are on display in the Morton Theatre lobby.
Exquisite 9" x 6" print of a photograph of the Morton Theatre's show curtain by Lisa Cave.
This photograph was a labor of love by local photographer Lisa Cave, and is definitely suitable for framing. This photograph features a look at the stage and box seats as well as a beautiful image of the newly restored fire curtain.
Exquisite 5" x 7" print of a watercolor painting of the Morton Theatre by Jamie Calkin.
This image was a labor of love by local artist Jamie Calkin, and is definitely suitable for mailing to loved ones or having as a keepsake. The painting on the cards features a fabulous ink & watercolor of the Morton Theatre on a busy day in Athens, GA on West Washington and Hull Streets, better known as the Hot Corner.
morton theatre
Address
195 W Washington St
Athens, GA 30601-2752
Box Office
Weekdays: 12 to 4 PM
Phone: 706-613-3771
Fax: 706-613-3773
The Morton Theatre is a unit of the Arts Division of Athens-Clarke County's Leisure Services Department and is supported in part by the Morton Theatre Corporation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
This beautiful, brass ornament depicts the facade of Athens' Historic Showplace. The ornament has a three dimensional cut out style design, and is a great addition to any collection. Measures 3" tall and 2.75" wide.