Lake Martin Amphitheater - THE AMP - Alabama lakefront music venue at Russell Lands On Lake Martin

The History of THE AMP

Ben Russell, Chairman and CEO of Russell Lands, Inc., founded the Lake Martin Amphitheater. His vision, inspired by his love for the arts and the beautiful scenery of the Kowaliga Basin, guided the efforts of Russell Lands, Inc. in constructing the amphitheater in 1998.

His purpose was simple; construct a facility overlooking one of the most beautiful areas of the lake, and donate its use to the lake community to promote and provide for artistic and cultural enjoyment.

The Lake Martin Arts Council (LMAC), a non-profit organization made up of interested area citizens, governs all amphitheater activities. The Lake Martin Amphitheater is a not-for-profit venue.


June 11 Alex City Jazz Fest Downtown Alex City June 12 Alex City Jazz Fest Lake Martin Amphitheater July 4 Fourth of July Blast Concert and Fireworks July 24 AquaPalooza Kowaliga Bay August 7 Obsessed Music & Ministry Event September 5 Labor Day Weekend Concert Corey Smith with special guests Shooter Jennings and the Benjy Davis Project

Lake Martin Amphitheater is located in Russell Lands On Lake Martin, in Central Alabama. It is governed by the Lake Martin Arts Council, a private 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that was established to provide the Lake Martin area with entertainment, art and cultural events. Russell Lands is the founding and sustaining member of the LMAC.

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