Theater of the Stars Fails to Reach Fundraising Goals; Cancels Jennifer Holliday-Led DREAMGIRLS

The Save Theater of the Stars campaign did not reach its phase 1 goal of $500,000 by July 12, but the company is pursuing intermediary plans. The fundraising efforts will continue and donations can be made by visiting www.theaterofthestars.com or by calling 404-252-8960.

To that end, the company has cancelled "Dreamgirls". Theater of the Stars is in discussions with investors to support the production of "The Little Mermaid". Theater of the Stars is reviewing its options regarding "Anything Goes."

On Monday, July 15, The Fox Theatre terminated its lease with Theater of the Stars and both parties agreed to move forward with an at-will usage arrangement. The termination of the lease allows The Fox Theatre to begin to fill the vacancies created by the cancellation of "Dreamgirls".

Details will be released regarding "The Little Mermaid". Information regarding the refund of single tickets for Dreamgirls can be found by visiting the Fox Theatre website at www.foxtheatre.org.

Celebrating over 61 years of bringing the best of Broadway to Atlanta, Theater of the Stars (TOTS) is one of the oldest and most respected regional theaters in America. Since the organization's founding in 1953, TOTS has produced and presented over 700 productions in Atlanta and throughout the United States. Theater of the Stars is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization. The organization's mission is to produce, present and promote the highest quality musical theatre, both locally and nationally, thereby exposing audiences to the diversity, creativity, beauty and talent that encompasses the genre. For more information on the 2013 - 2014 season, visit www.TheateroftheStars.com.