Oxford Performing Arts Center Announces Star-Studded 2025-2026 Season Featuring Cheap Trick, The Commodores, and Broadway's TINA and CHICAGO

OXFORD, Ala., Sept. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC) announced its blockbuster 2025-2026 season, a lineup poised to deliver world-class entertainment to the heart of Northeast Alabama. The ambitious season features a diverse array of national Broadway tours, rock and roll hall of famers, country music legends, and theatrical spectacles, reinforcing the venue's status as a premier cultural destination for audiences throughout the Southeast, including the nearby metropolitan areas of Birmingham, AL, and Atlanta, GA.

The season's packed schedule of performances begins this month with the high-energy hits of Motortown All-Stars (Sep. 26).

October continues the momentum with a diverse slate of legendary artists. Country and gospel harmonies will fill the theatre with performances by the multi-award-winning family group The Isaacs (Oct. 5) and country music hitmakers Shenandoah (Oct. 9). The month also features an electrifying concert from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Cheap Trick (Oct. 12), a vibrant Celebration of Dia de los Muertos with Mariachi Sol de Mexico (Oct. 16), and timeless performances from entertainment icons Frankie Avalon (Oct. 17) and Wayne Newton (Oct. 23).

As the holidays approach, November brings country stars Jamey Johnson (Nov. 4) and Joe Nichols (Nov. 14), a soulful evening with R&B legends The Commodores (Nov. 13), and the festive production of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas (Nov. 23). In December, OPAC will host the national Broadway tour of the explosive TINA – The Tina Turner Musical (Dec. 5), the beloved tradition of Christmas with the Pops (Dec. 7), and a night of Southern rock with The Marshall Tucker Band (Dec. 13).

"We are incredibly proud of the rich and dynamic season we've assembled," said John Longshore, Executive Director of the Oxford Performing Arts Center. "Our goal is to create a vibrant cultural hub in Oxford that not only serves our local community but also becomes a premier destination for arts lovers across Alabama and Georgia. We invite everyone, especially our friends in Birmingham and Atlanta, to explore our season and discover the magic of live performance right here at OPAC."

The new year kicks off with the timeless American musical classic The Music Man (Jan. 23-24), followed by a February lineup featuring the high-energy pub-set performance of The Choir of Man (Feb. 3) and the universally acclaimed, six-time Tony Award-winning Chicago – The Musical (Feb. 27-28). Spring highlights include the international percussion sensation STOMP (Mar. 13-14), comedian Larry the Cable Guy (Mar. 27), the World Ballet Company's breathtaking Swan Lake (Apr. 11), and the ultimate sing-along with ABBA-Mania (May 29).

Plan Your Visit to Oxford Performing Arts Center

The Oxford Performing Arts Center is located at 100 Choccolocco St., Oxford, AL 36203. For a full schedule, detailed show descriptions, and to purchase tickets and season packages, please visit the official website at oxfordpac.org. Updates are also available on social media on Facebook (@oxfordperformingartscenter) and Instagram (@oxfordpac).

About Oxford Performing Arts Center:

The Oxford Performing Arts Center is a premier cultural institution located in the heart of historic downtown Oxford, Alabama. Housed in a beautifully restored 1921 school building, the state-of-the-art facility features an acoustically superb 1,130-seat proscenium theatre. Since its opening, OPAC has been dedicated to presenting a diverse lineup of high-quality performances, including Broadway productions, concerts by legendary artists, dance, comedy, and family-friendly programming. As a cultural anchor for the city and the broader Northeast Alabama region, the Center is committed to enriching the community, fostering a deeper appreciation for the performing arts, and creating exceptional and memorable experiences for every patron.

Contact Information:
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(256) 241-3322

SOURCE Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC)