DURANT, OK – The Grand Theater at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant has been nominated for the Academy of Country Music’s “Casino of the Year – Theater” award. The venue has been awarded the honor twice in year’s past.
Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards is the longest-running country music awards show. This year’s event marks its return to Texas for the second consecutive year after the 2023 show, which was one of the most watched awards shows of the year. The event will take place on Thursday, May 16.
“It’s an honor to be nominated for this award,” said Jeff Penz, Senior Director of Casino Operations at Choctaw Casinos & Resorts – Durant. “Choctaw Casino & Resort – Durant is one of the premier tour stops for the top country music entertainers in the industry, and we strive to elevate the concert experience every year. We continue to find new ways to make the Grand Theater a special place for both fans and performers, and we’re thrilled to be recognized by the Academy of Country Music for that effort.”
The Grand Theater is a 3,000-seat venue that draws crowds from across Oklahoma and Texas for performances from well-known names and up-and-comers.
