“Love Story: An Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift" - Experienced an electrifying performance with Rikki Lee Wilson as she delivered the finest Taylor Swift musical tribute you have ever seen. Known as the pinnacle of Taylor Swift tributes, Love Story has captivated audiences across the United States and beyond. This show offered an impeccable homage to the global pop sensation. Crafted with meticulous care, Rikki Lee Wilson embodied an unforgettable performance that mirrored the spirit of Taylor Swift herself. Backed by an exceptional live band, every moment radiated authenticity, complete with multiple costume changes and a passionate stage presence that created a thrilling experience for fans of all ages.
Performance photos - May 15th, 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit / - More photos (full resolution) on / (1 of 2)
“Love Story: An Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift" - Experienced an electrifying performance with Rikki Lee Wilson as she delivered the finest Taylor Swift musical tribute you have ever seen. Known as the pinnacle of Taylor Swift tributes, Love Story has captivated audiences across the United States and beyond. This show offered an impeccable homage to the global pop sensation. Crafted with meticulous care, Rikki Lee Wilson embodied an unforgettable performance that mirrored the spirit of Taylor Swift herself. Backed by an exceptional live band, every moment radiated authenticity, complete with multiple costume changes and a passionate stage presence that created a thrilling experience for fans of all ages.
Performance photos - May 15th, 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit / - More photos (full resolution) on / (2 of 2)
"The Curious Savage" -A recent widow has hidden $10 million in bonds and her grown-up stepchildren want to get their hands on it. They commit her to a sanatorium hoping to “bring her to her senses.”
Rehearsal photos - Directed by Robin Bassett - Daytona Playhouse - May 4th - The show opens May 7th, 2026 - For more information and to purchase tickets visit / - More photos (full resolution) on /
"ATYA Spring Recital" - It was time for some music and entertainment! The voice, acting, and dance students at the Athens Theatre Youth Academy had been working hard all year and were ready to perform. Audiences joined us as we celebrated their accomplishments.
Presented by Athens Theatre Youth Academy - Directed by Angelyn Rhode - Performance photos May 2nd 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit /all-events/ - More photos (full resolution) at / (3 of 3)
"ATYA Spring Recital" - It was time for some music and entertainment! The voice, acting, and dance students at the Athens Theatre Youth Academy had been working hard all year and were ready to perform. Audiences joined us as we celebrated their accomplishments.
Presented by Athens Theatre Youth Academy - Directed by Angelyn Rhode - Performance photos May 2nd 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit /all-events/ - More photos (full resolution) at / (2 of 3)
"ATYA Spring Recital" - It was time for some music and entertainment! The voice, acting, and dance students at the Athens Theatre Youth Academy had been working hard all year and were ready to perform. Audiences joined us as we celebrated their accomplishments.
Presented by Athens Theatre Youth Academy - Directed by Angelyn Rhode - Performance photos May 2nd 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit /all-events/ - More photos (full resolution) at / (3 of 3)
"Falcon Follies - A Night of Improv" - Falcon Follies is a fast‑paced college improv show where anything can happen—and usually does. Our fearless performers create on‑the‑spot scenes, outrageous characters, and big laughs with no script and no safety net.
Presented by Daytona State College Theatre by the Student Improve Club at the News-Journal Center - May 1st, 2026 - For more information visit www.daytonastate.edu/in-the-community/the-arts/ - More photos (full resolution) at /
“The Room Where It Happens” was a Hamilton‑inspired spring fundraiser where Broadway talent met the Athens stage for one unforgettable night. Headlining the evening were four stars from the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton. Miguel Cervantes, who portrayed Alexander Hamilton in the Chicago production from September 2016 until it closed in January 2020, and later on Broadway from 2020 to 2024, brought the intensity and passion that made his performance one of the most celebrated interpretations of the role. Cervantes had previously appeared on Broadway in American Idiot and If/Then, and had been seen on television in Madam Secretary, Person of Interest, and The Blacklist.
These Broadway performers shared the stage with members of the Athens Theatre family in a thrilling concert inspired by Hamilton and the music and storytelling that made it a global sensation.
This special evening helped support the Athens Theatre Youth Academy, the ongoing preservation and care of the historic 104‑year‑old theatre, and offset recent reductions in arts funding at the state and other levels.
Performance photos - April 26th, 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit / - More photos (full resolution) on / (1 of 2)
“The Room Where It Happens” was a Hamilton‑inspired spring fundraiser where Broadway talent met the Athens stage for one unforgettable night. Headlining the evening were four stars from the Broadway phenomenon Hamilton. Miguel Cervantes, who portrayed Alexander Hamilton in the Chicago production from September 2016 until it closed in January 2020, and later on Broadway from 2020 to 2024, brought the intensity and passion that made his performance one of the most celebrated interpretations of the role. Cervantes had previously appeared on Broadway in American Idiot and If/Then, and had been seen on television in Madam Secretary, Person of Interest, and The Blacklist.
These Broadway performers shared the stage with members of the Athens Theatre family in a thrilling concert inspired by Hamilton and the music and storytelling that made it a global sensation.
This special evening helped support the Athens Theatre Youth Academy, the ongoing preservation and care of the historic 104‑year‑old theatre, and offset recent reductions in arts funding at the state and other levels.
Performance photos - April 26th, 2026 - Athens Theatre, Deland - For more information visit / - More photos (full resolution) on / (2 of 2)
"I HRT Broadway" - Join the HRT Singers for "I HRT Broadway", an electrifying Broadway Revue celebrating the most iconic numbers ever to grace the stage. Get ready for a thrilling night of powerhouse vocals and dance, dazzling Broadway showstoppers, and the kind of moments that bring audiences to their feet!
Presented by the Halifax Repertory Theatre at the Ormond Beach Performing Arts Center - Directed by Sandy Cook and Brett Ricci - Rehearsal photos April 21st - The show opens April 24th - For tickets, visit /tickets/index - More photos (full resolution) at /
"Line & All in the Timing" - A double bill of absurdity and wit. Get ready for an unforgettable night of sharp humor and surreal storytelling! Line, Israel Horovitz’s longest-running Off-Broadway play, explores human nature through a mysterious line where everyone wants to be first—no matter what it takes. Paired with David Ives’ All in the Timing, a fast-paced collection of one-act comedies, this double feature delivers clever dialogue, quirky scenarios, and laugh-out-loud moments. It's a must-see showcase of theatrical brilliance and biting satire!
City Repertory Theatre, Palm Coast - Directed by Beau Wade and John Sbordone - Rehearsal photos, April 19th - The show opens April 24th - For tickets and more information, visit / - More photos (full resolution) on /
"DSC Music Presents Symphonic Band Unleashed" - Audiences experienced the power and excitement of live wind ensemble music at Symphonic Band In Concert. Featuring dynamic performances and a wide range of repertoire, the concert highlighted the bold sound, rich colors, and thrilling energy of the DSC Symphonic Band.
Presented by Daytona State College Music at the News-Journal Center - April 16th, 2026 - For more information visit www.daytonastate.edu/in-the-community/the-arts/ - More photos (full resolution) at /
