The Grove Theater

The Historic Grove Theatre in Oak Ridge holds a rich history of memories for many in the East Tennessee area. Constructed during the Manhattan Project & recently renovated, the theater is home to numerous local arts organizations. It is currently owned and operated by High Places Community Church.


Comedy at the Grove: Brandon Rainwater
Sep
5
8:00 PM20:00

Comedy at the Grove: Brandon Rainwater

ADMIN NOTE 9/2/25: This event has been postponed to a future date (TBA).

Comedy at the Grove welcomes Brandon Rainwater to the stage - and invites YOU to come enjoy a night of clean, hilarious standup comedy.

Brandon Rainwater is a stand-up comedian and content creator with over a million followers across social media. Featured on Time.com, Yahoo, and People Magazine, Brandon is known for his Southern charm, high-energy stage presence, and relatable takes on parenting and everyday life. His mix of heart, humor, and generational jokes keeps audiences laughing and coming back for more.

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Arts of August
Aug
23
6:30 PM18:30

Arts of August

Come check out a GREAT benefit concert - featuring live music from Blue Willow - Analog Kid - Gavin Kat - Eye Candy - Darrow - Sunkiller - DYBBUK - Image Club - and more!

Vendors will also be selling art, music, vinyl and delicious food!

Tickets are $12, with $1 of every ticket going to support a great cause, “Love Learning Music”! To preorder your ticket today, head over to Eventbrite——> HERE

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Toybox Variety Show
Aug
1
7:00 PM19:00

Toybox Variety Show

Do you enjoy macabre and ultra-creative theater arts? Maybe you’re a Tim Burton fan? If so - check out the creative work of “Toybox Theater” on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@TOYBOXTHEATRE) and then come see a variety show like no other!

Toybox, “America's Favorite Cartoon Witch,” will be performing LIVE at the Grove Theater with puppet shows, comedy, storytelling, and a unique traveling toy store.

Tickets are $20 - available for presale on Eventbrite——-> HERE

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Dot the Hypnotist
Jul
12
8:00 PM20:00

Dot the Hypnotist

This family-friendly comedy hypnosis show turns volunteers into stars and makes YOU part of the experience! Doors open at 7 - show begins promptly at 8!

Tickets are $25 and available for at Eventbrite starting June 1st.

Use promocode EARLYBIRD to save 40% off your ticket price until July 1st.

Use promocode DOT to save 20% from July 1st until July 11th.

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Secret Cellar Wine Tasting
Jun
21
6:00 PM18:00

Secret Cellar Wine Tasting

A unique fundraising event for the Grove Theater to help us make much needed repairs!

Bring two bottles of the same wine, and you could take home a whole cellar full of wine! 1 Bottle for tasting and 1 bottle is for the cellar! You will judge the wines and the person that brings the Best Wine wins the cellar.

Tickets: $75 in advance $85 at the door.

*ONLY THOSE WHO BRING WINE ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE CELLAR

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2025 Flatwater Storytelling Festival
Jun
6
to Jun 7

2025 Flatwater Storytelling Festival

Get ready for the 2025 Flatwater Tales Storytelling Festival! This June 6-7, experience the magic of live storytelling with three incredible voices: Bil Lepp, a Flatwater Festival veteran, The Rev. Robert Jones, returning from Detroit, and a new voice to the festival, Anne Shimojima, from Chicago. 

For more information about the festival, schedule details or this year’s storytellers, go to www.flatwatertales.com.

Tickets are $15 (+ online fee) for adults, or $5 (+ online fee) for children. Choose from one of four unique performances - or see all four shows for the price of three by purchasing the Full Tales Pass!

Click here to pre-order your tickets today!

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ORCMA Coffee Concert - (free!)
May
11
3:00 PM15:00

ORCMA Coffee Concert - (free!)

The Coffee Concerts, presented by the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association (ORCMA), are a delightful series of free concerts featuring talented local artists. Held in Oak Ridge, TN, these concerts offer the perfect blend of beautiful music and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, making them a beloved part of our community’s cultural calendar.

​​Accessibility: We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy live music. Our Coffee Concerts are free and open to the public, ensuring that music is accessible to all members of our community.

Showcasing Local Talent: The series highlights the incredible talent of local musicians and singers, providing them with a platform to share their artistry with a wider audience.

 Diverse Repertoire: Each concert features a varied program, from classical masterpieces to contemporary favorites and everything in between, ensuring there is something for everyone to enjoy.

We invite you to join us for an upcoming Coffee Concert! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to enjoy great music and community spirit.

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Creative Edge Spring Dance Recitals
May
9
to May 10

Creative Edge Spring Dance Recitals

Creative Edge Dance Studio presents their 2025 Spring Dance Recital!

Tickets for ages 13+ are just $15 (children age 12 and under are free) and cover all three shows!

Tickets are available at the door on the day of the performance - or -

Click here to purchase tickets today!

  • Friday, May 9th @ 7:00 pm - "Anastasia"
    Advanced Ballet, Ballet C, Ballet D/E, Pointe 1, and Pre-Pointe

  • Saturday, May 10 @ 11:00am - “Twist and Shout”

    Preschoolers; Ballet A & B; Jazz A, B, & C; Tap A, B, & C; 
    Hip Hop 1; Lyrical 1, Competition Mini Team;
    ​Competition Solos, Duets, Trios

  • Saturday, May 10 @ 5:00pm - “My Way”

    Adult Tap, Advanced Hip Hop, Advanced Jazz,
    Advanced Tap, Hip Hop 2, Hip Hop 3, Intermediate Jazz, Intermediate Tap, Jazz D, Jazz E, Lyrical 2, Lyrical 3, Musical Theater 1 & 2, Tap D
    Competition Junior and Senior Teams
    Senior Solos

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"A Bag Full of Fables" - presented by SAIL youth theater
Apr
25
to Apr 26

"A Bag Full of Fables" - presented by SAIL youth theater

Join SAIL’s lively troupe of young actors and Aesop—who may be long gone from this earth, but is still the life of the party!—as they bring to the stage the tried and true stories of, “The Fox and the Crow,” “The Fox and the Grapes,” “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing,” and “The Sun and the Wind.”

2 SHOW TIMES! Friday, April 25th @ 6:30pm - OR - Saturday, April 26th @ 6:30pm

TICKETS: $7 - or - $25/family; purchase at the door or online at www.ticketsource.us/symbiosis-arts-interactive-learning-llc

SAIL is a unique Christian arts school cooperative that provides artistic and collaborative experiences which present students with the opportunities to navigate through the creative process in their personal and professional futures.

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