Greenville Area Arts Council

03/17/2026

In one sentence…. What impact does the Ritz Theatre have on the Greenville community?

03/12/2026

Smith Distillery gonna be a great night

03/12/2026

As I begin ‘shopping’ for shows to present for Season 44, I’d love your help! What do you want more of?
Thanks for the suggestions!

02/19/2026

🎶✨ TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! ✨🎶

Season 43 comes to a close TONIGHT at the historic Ritz Theatre — and we’re ending it in true country style! 🤠🎻

Join us for Fiddle in the Band – The Ultimate Alabama Tribute, celebrating the legendary music of Alabama with all your favorite hits!

🕖 7:00 PM
📍 The Ritz Theatre – Downtown Greenville

There’s nothing like live music at The Ritz — and we can’t think of a better way to wrap up an incredible season.

🎟️ Grab your tickets now:
👉 www.seeyouattheritz.com

Come out tonight at 7 PM and help us finish Season 43 strong! 💫

The GAAC is a dedicated group of individuals with a passion for music, arts, drama, and dance.

02/12/2026

🎶✨ It’s Time for the FINAL SHOW of Season 43! ✨🎶

Get ready, Greenville… we’re going out with a bang!

Join us at the historic Ritz Theatre for an unforgettable night with Fiddle in the Band – The Ultimate Alabama Tribute! 🤠🎻

Celebrate the legendary sound of Alabama with all the hits you know and love — from “Mountain Music” to “Song of the South” and more! It’s a night of classic country, harmony, and high-energy fun you won’t want to miss.

📅 February 19th
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 The Ritz Theatre – Downtown Greenville

🎟️ Tickets available now:
👉 www.seeyouattheritz.com

Let’s pack the house and close out Season 43 in true Alabama style! Bring your friends, bring your singing voice, and let’s make it a night to remember.

01/14/2026

🤠🎵 SEASON 43 • SHOW #3 🎵🤠

Step back into the golden age of country music with an unforgettable night honoring a true legend.

🎤 Jason Petty – Hank Williams Homecoming
📅 Thursday, January 22, 2026
📍 The Ritz Theatre

Praised for his uncanny resemblance, authentic sound, and storytelling, Jason Petty brings the spirit and songs of Hank Williams to life in a powerful tribute audiences love.

🎟 Tickets are still available!
👉 www.seeyouattheritz.com

✨ 3rd Show of Season 43 — celebrating classic entertainment on the Ritz stage.

12/31/2025

100 years of Hank….. for an enjoyable evening visit seeyouattheritz.com for tickets…. January 22….. see Jason Petty share his immense knowledge and talent.

Sunday night, Dec 28,1952, seventy-three years ago, Hank Williams made his last personal appearance, performing at Montgomery's Elite Cafe for members of the local musicians' union. Here is a letter to the editor of the Montgomery newspaper about that evening, published ten days after Hank's death:

"To the average modern musician. . . and also to the serious musician. . . folk music or 'hillbilly' music is not to their taste. When Hank Williams played and sang to us at the Musicians' Party, Sunday, December 28, all of us, including the above two groups, were there. We listened attentively as if attending a concert by Benny Goodman or hearing the cultivated voice of some operatic star. We forgot our talent, technical skill and musical training; we truly enjoyed every note of song done by this capable artist.

This last appearance in his home town was not public and I only met him once, and had a few pleasant words with him. However, his magnetic personality -- plain and honest as it was -- will be a lasting memory to all who were present. His was a God-given talent projecting through him into his music and lyrics. They will last forever and be a glowing part of our American heritage.

Tom Hewlett
President of Local 479 AFM
Montgomery, Ala."

This letter reveals that, even days before his death, Hank was capable of winning over an audience whose members were strongly inclined to look down upon his style of music. His talent burned brightly right up to the end. Hank's personality -- which we can still get a sense of through recorded live performances and interviews -- remained "magnetic" as well. And let's tip our hats to Tom Hewlett. He might have arrived at the Cafe a skeptic, but he left a convert who recognized the cultural significance of Hank's work and correctly predicted its enduring appeal.

This photo is from Hank's appearance at the Elite Cafe in Montgomery AL.

12/31/2025

🌟 The Ritz Theatre – A Greenville Icon 🌟

Opened in October of 1935, the Historic Ritz Theatre is celebrating 90 years of laughter, joy, and unforgettable entertainment right here in Greenville.

Now, at ninety, she needs our help. We’re working toward a much-needed facelift to renew the marquee and tower so the Ritz can once again shine brightly over Commerce Street. It’s time to see her glowing again — bringing those beautiful colors back to life as we light her up! ✨

💙 All contributions are tax deductible through the Greenville Area Arts Council (GAAC 501(c)(3)).

📬 Mail your gift to:
GAAC
P.O. Box 825
Greenville, AL 36037

Thank you for helping keep this Greenville treasure shining for generations to come. 💙

12/30/2025