Classic Center to require clear bags at all ticketed events. Get the details here.

Andrew Shearer, Athens Banner-Herald

When "The Book of Mormon" opens at the Classic Center Theatre on May 7, patrons will be required to carry their personal items in a clear bag in accordance with a new security policy that the downtown Athens venue will begin enforcing that day. The announcement was posted on the Classic Center's website on Friday.

The new rule applies to ticketed performances, concerts and sporting events, and prohibits items such as backpacks, camera bags, briefcases, luggage, binocular bags, and computer bags. For entry to be permitted, personal items will have to be secured in a clear bag that is no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”. Fanny packs must be clear as well.

Wallets smaller than 5” x 8” x 2” are acceptable, and exceptions will be made for medical bags and and diaper bags, but those bags may be subject to inspection before entry is allowed. The Classic Center will not permit oversized tote bags or plastic bags that are tinted or have patterns printed on them.

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Downtown Athens shops that sell clear bags:

  • Cheeky Peach (160 W. Clayton St.)

  • The Clubhouse (157 College Ave.)

  • CVS (170 W. Broad St.)

  • Dress Up Athens (147 College Ave.)

  • Empire South (170 College Ave.)

  • Epiphany (294 W Washington St.)

  • Fringe (153 E. Clayton St.)

  • Heery’s Clothes Closet (195 College Ave.)

  • The Indigo Child (278 E. Clayton St.)

The Classic Center is located at 300 N. Thomas St. For detailed information on the clear bag policy, visit classiccenter.com/1649/Make-your-next-event-at-The-Classic-Cent.

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