The theater is an Associate Member of the National New Play Network.
The 2021 expansion project significantly increased the venue's capacity, adding a new stage and outdoor courtyard.
The organization is a member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT).
The theater operates as a non-profit organization focused on professional theatrical training and performance.
The venue is frequently used as a filming location for independent and regional media projects.
The Aurora Theatre is a professional equity theatre housed within the Lawrenceville Arts Center in downtown Lawrenceville, Georgia. It functions as the anchor of a multi-venue facility that includes the 500-seat Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage and the 250-seat Peach State Federal Credit Union Studio. The venue hosts a variety of professional theatrical productions, including Broadway-style musicals, contemporary plays, and children's programming. It is recognized as one of the largest professional theater companies in the state of Georgia. The current facility was expanded in 2021 to modernize its infrastructure while maintaining ties to the historic downtown district. It serves as a community hub for the performing arts, offering educational programs and community outreach events throughout the year.
The glass-fronted modern lobby area during the evening, which offers a view of the illuminated exterior and the downtown plaza.
Check the digital calendar in advance to distinguish between main-stage musicals and smaller studio performances.
Arrive early to explore the surrounding historic downtown Lawrenceville area before the show.
Utilize the designated community parking decks located within walking distance of the venue.
Do not mistake the smaller studio entrance for the main grand stage lobby; ensure you check your ticket for the specific venue entrance.
Operates year-round with shifting production cycles; generally dark on Mondays.
Business casual is recommended; late seating is usually restricted to specific intervals to avoid disrupting the performance.
