Macon It: Where Community Takes the Stage

The arts are about more than what happens on a stage. They bring people together, tell our community's stories, and help make Macon-Bibb a vibrant place to live, visit, and experience.

On a new episode of the Macon It podcast, we sit down with Julia Morrison, Executive Director of the Piedmont Grand Opera House and Robins Financial Capitol Theatre at Mercer University, to talk about the beauty of the arts in our community and why supporting them matters.

Throughout the conversation, Julia shares her passion for performing arts and the role local theaters, artists, musicians, and performers play in creating a thriving community. Macon-Bibb has a rich history rooted in music and creativity, and that story continues every time people fill a theater, attend a performance, or discover a local artist.

The conversation also highlights something everyone can do to help keep the arts thriving: show up.

Going to a show, buying a ticket, inviting a friend, and supporting local artists and venues all make a difference. Those experiences not only support the people creating and presenting art but also help ensure our community continues to have spaces where people can connect, be inspired, and experience something new.

Julia also gives listeners a look at the work happening at the Piedmont Grand Opera House and Robins Financial Capitol Theatre and the opportunities people have to experience live performances right here in Macon.

Whether you are already a regular at local performances or haven't been to a show in a while, this episode is a reminder of just how much creativity surrounds us and why it's worth experiencing.

Click here to listen to Julia's episode or stream it wherever you stream your favorite podcasts.