Oxford Performing Arts Center

[2] Located in the Oxford's downtown commercial district, the venue was designed by Goodwyn, Mills, and Cawood Architects of Montgomery, Alabama.

During expansion and restoration, historical aspects of the original 1921 building were retained, such as flooring and columns.

[2] Since its opening in 2013, the venue has had a series of renovations to enhance front of house spaces and production capabilities.

The first renovation commenced in 2015 and included the addition of a women's restroom and an expanded box office.

[8] The judges for the inaugural competition are Steinway Hall of Fame of artists and professors from Fullerton College, Berklee College of Music, Texas A&M, University of Georgia, and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.