Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre Discuss Arts Center Agreement

Negotiations continue over who will manage operations at the Lawrenceville Arts Center.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 1:26am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring sharp, overlapping shapes in shades of blue, green, and purple, conceptually representing the collaborative relationship between a city government and a performing arts organization.Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre work to find a new agreement that will shape the future of the city's premier arts venue.Lawrenceville Today

The city of Lawrenceville, Georgia and the Aurora Theatre are in ongoing discussions to revise their agreement over the management and operations of the Lawrenceville Arts Center. Aurora Theatre board president Amanda Sutt and Lawrenceville officials have been meeting to determine the future roles and responsibilities for each party at the shared arts venue.

Why it matters

The Lawrenceville Arts Center is a key cultural hub for the city, hosting a variety of performing arts, visual arts, and community events. The partnership between the city and Aurora Theatre has been in place for years, but changes to the agreement could impact the programming, operations, and accessibility of the arts center for local residents.

The details

Details of the negotiations between Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre remain unclear, but the discussions are focused on determining which organization will be responsible for managing different aspects of the Lawrenceville Arts Center going forward. Both parties have expressed a desire to find a mutually beneficial agreement that serves the community's artistic and cultural needs.

  • The current agreement between Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre was established several years ago.
  • Discussions about revising the agreement began in early 2026.

The players

Aurora Theatre

A professional regional theater company that has managed operations at the Lawrenceville Arts Center for many years as part of a partnership with the city.

Amanda Sutt

The president of the Aurora Theatre board of directors, who has been leading negotiations with Lawrenceville officials.

Lawrenceville

The city government of Lawrenceville, Georgia, which owns the Lawrenceville Arts Center and has partnered with Aurora Theatre to operate the venue.

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What they’re saying

“We remain committed to finding an agreement that allows the Lawrenceville Arts Center to thrive as a hub for the community's cultural life.”

— Amanda Sutt, Aurora Theatre Board President

What’s next

Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre officials plan to continue their discussions in the coming weeks with the goal of finalizing a new agreement over the management of the Lawrenceville Arts Center.

The takeaway

The ongoing negotiations between Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre highlight the complexities of managing a shared arts venue and the need to balance the interests of the city, the theater company, and the broader community.