The Georgia Theatre is located in Athens, Georgia and is a cornerstone of the world-renowned Athens music scene. Legendary artists like The Police , Dave Matthews Band , Widespread Panic , and more recently David Bryne and Beck have played memorable shows in this historic venue. The Georgia Theatre remains a favorite of bands and music lovers for its intimate charm and epic concerts. A fire destroyed the theatre in late June of this year. Since then, the owner has been trying to raise money through donations and fundraisers to rebuild it. This past Wednesday, The Athens Historic Preservation Commission voted to grant the owner of the Georgia Theatre permission to raise the mark structure from the ashes of a fire that destroyed the building. Whoohooo, this is great news!! Donations are needed so if you can help please click here.Thursday, October 22, 2009
The Georgia Theatre
The Georgia Theatre is located in Athens, Georgia and is a cornerstone of the world-renowned Athens music scene. Legendary artists like The Police , Dave Matthews Band , Widespread Panic , and more recently David Bryne and Beck have played memorable shows in this historic venue. The Georgia Theatre remains a favorite of bands and music lovers for its intimate charm and epic concerts. A fire destroyed the theatre in late June of this year. Since then, the owner has been trying to raise money through donations and fundraisers to rebuild it. This past Wednesday, The Athens Historic Preservation Commission voted to grant the owner of the Georgia Theatre permission to raise the mark structure from the ashes of a fire that destroyed the building. Whoohooo, this is great news!! Donations are needed so if you can help please click here.
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never been there
ReplyDeleteI remember when we used to go see movies there. Our feet would stick to the floor that was covered with years of coke and beer. The fire was a shame; but clean floors will be good!
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