Atlanta Interviews

THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME's Julissa Sabino Opens up About Her Journey as Esmeralda THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME's Julissa Sabino Opens up About Her Journey as Esmeralda
by Sally Henry - July 03, 2017 in Atlanta

At the end of this month, prolific Atlanta leading lady Julissa Sabino is stepping into the shoes of the most un-princess-like of Disney heroines.... (more...)
Tinashe Kajese of ECLIPSED at Synchronicity Theatre Tinashe Kajese of ECLIPSED at Synchronicity Theatre
by Amy Zipperer - June 16, 2017 in Atlanta

The regional premiere of Eclipsed, Danai Gurira's play that opened at the Public Theater in 2015 to significant critical praise before transferring to Broadway in 2016, is currently running at Synchronicity Theatre through June 25. The play, which garnered six Tony Award nominations, tells the story... (more...)
Dustin Harris Smith of MAMMA MIA! Farewell Tour Dustin Harris Smith of MAMMA MIA! Farewell Tour
by Justin Cole Adams - June 13, 2017 in Atlanta

Atlanta native Dustin Harris Smith fulfills dreams of performing at the Fox Theatre during the MAMMA MIA! farewell tour.... (more...)
Brad Zimmerman of MY SON THE WAITER: A JEWISH TRAGEDY at 7 Stages Theatre Brad Zimmerman of MY SON THE WAITER: A JEWISH TRAGEDY at 7 Stages Theatre
by Amy Zipperer - May 25, 2017 in Atlanta

Brad Zimmerman is bringing his highly praised solo show My Son The Waiter:  A Jewish Tragedy to 7 Stages Theatre from May 18-June 18. ... (more...)
Christine Dwyer of FINDING NEVERLAND at Fox Theatre Atlanta Christine Dwyer of FINDING NEVERLAND at Fox Theatre Atlanta
by Amy Zipperer - May 12, 2017 in Atlanta

The North American tour of Finding Neverland, the Broadway musical that tells the inspirational story of the creation of Peter Pan, is making its home at Atlanta's Fox atre from May 16 - 21, and it's bringing with it an extraordinary cast, including Christine Dwyer in the role of Sylvia Llewelyn Dav... (more...)
A Conversation with Bronson Pinchot at Dad's Garage Theatre A Conversation with Bronson Pinchot at Dad's Garage Theatre
by Amy Zipperer - May 01, 2017 in Atlanta

I'm at Dad's Garage Theatre for the latest installment of Scandal, the weekly improvised soap opera that tells the story of the proprietors, employees, and guests of a 5-star hotel called The Four Sleazins and Danglerzzzz, a seedy strip club that shares the building space. A man in front of me rai... (more...)
Mackenzie Messick and Steven Reddington of STATE FAIR Mackenzie Messick and Steven Reddington of STATE FAIR
by Justin Cole Adams - March 23, 2017 in Atlanta

The leads from STATE FAIR at Agape Players talk about the show and about the creative process.... (more...)
Atlanta Girl Mackenzie Perpich Talks Returning Home as the ANNIE Tour Plays the Fox Theatre Atlanta Girl Mackenzie Perpich Talks Returning Home as the ANNIE Tour Plays the Fox Theatre
by Sally Henry - March 16, 2017 in Atlanta

With her passion for theatre coming full circle, Mackenzie could not be happier about coming home to the Fox Theatre in Atlanta. Note: a written medium cannot possibly convey the enthusiasm she naturally radiates, so make sure to read this in the most lively voice ever.... (more...)
Bill Cherry of ELVIS LIVES Bill Cherry of ELVIS LIVES
by Justin Cole Adams - March 01, 2017 in Atlanta

The ELVIS LIVES tour and the tribute artists will 'leave with an appreciation for Elvis and the career he had.'... (more...)
Playwright Georgina Escobar Brings 'Sci-Fi Feminism' to Aurora Theatre in SWEEP Playwright Georgina Escobar Brings 'Sci-Fi Feminism' to Aurora Theatre in SWEEP
by Sally Henry - March 01, 2017 in Atlanta

This season at Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville, audiences get the chance to see the melding of sci-fi and feminism in a new way. Making its world premiere, Georgina Escobar's SWEEP introduces creative worlds and presents the constant theme of balance among the characters, letting audiences decide wh... (more...)
Jordan Craig of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA Jordan Craig of THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
by Justin Cole Adams - February 20, 2017 in Atlanta

Jordan Craig talks about how Atlanta theatre prepared him for the PHANTOM national tour.... (more...)
Yannick Lebrun of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER Yannick Lebrun of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER
by Justin Cole Adams - February 13, 2017 in Atlanta

Yannick Lebrun has been involved with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for the last 13 years. Starting as a student studying under a scholarship from 2004 until 2006 until making his debut with their junior company, Ailey II, immediately after. During one of the tours, Lebrun was asked to step int... (more...)
BWW Interviews: Neal Ghant, Cynthia D. Barker of THE MOUNTAINTOP at Aurora Theatre BWW Interviews: Neal Ghant, Cynthia D. Barker of THE MOUNTAINTOP at Aurora Theatre
by Courtnee Miles - January 14, 2017 in Atlanta

Now, is the time for this. As we enter into a new year, with a new incoming Commander-in-Chief, while also celebrating the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. on MLK Day, THE MOUNTAINTOP could not come at a more perfect time and shed a more beautiful light.... (more...)
Playwright Topher Payne Talks GREETINGS FRIEND YOUR KIND ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED at Georgia Ensemble Theatre Playwright Topher Payne Talks GREETINGS FRIEND YOUR KIND ASSISTANCE IS REQUIRED at Georgia Ensemble Theatre
by Gracie McBride - January 04, 2017 in Atlanta

Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Atlanta playwright Topher Payne about his new show, Greetings Friend Your Kind Assistance is Required, premiering at Georgia Ensemble Theater on January 5 and running through the 22nd. A fun and quirky guy, Topher was a delight to talk to, and I'm looking... (more...)
Melvin Abston of THE LITTLE MERMAID National Tour Melvin Abston of THE LITTLE MERMAID National Tour
by Justin Cole Adams - December 12, 2016 in Atlanta

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Jen MacQueen Returns for Another 'Magical' CHRISTMAS CANTEEN at Aurora Jen MacQueen Returns for Another 'Magical' CHRISTMAS CANTEEN at Aurora
by Sally Henry - December 12, 2016 in Atlanta

Taking on the roles of choreographer, co-director (with Anthony Rodriguez), and cast member, MacQueen has immersed herself in this show for the second year in a row. And she wouldn't have it any other way. Check out what she has to say about what makes Aurora's 21st annual CHRISTMAS CANTEEN extra-sp... (more...)
Christopher Tierney of DIRTY DANCING National Tour Christopher Tierney of DIRTY DANCING National Tour
by Justin Cole Adams - November 27, 2016 in Atlanta

The national tour of DIRTY DANCING is currently sweeping the nation, which means we should all be getting tickets to have the time of our lives. The musical, adapted from the 1987 film, tells the iconic story of Baby and Johnny as the unlikely pair mambo their way through an unlikely love story and ... (more...)
Chase Peacock of GHOST at Georgia Ensemble Theatre Chase Peacock of GHOST at Georgia Ensemble Theatre
by Kiley Gipson - September 23, 2016 in Atlanta

Ghost the Musical had its Southeastern premiere on September 15th at the Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre. The musical is based on the hit 1990 romantic-thriller of the same title, starring the late Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, and Whoopi Goldberg. The musica... (more...)
Interview: Nick Arapoglou Talks Portraying a Superhero in THE TOXIC AVENGER at Horizon Theatre Interview: Nick Arapoglou Talks Portraying a Superhero in THE TOXIC AVENGER at Horizon Theatre
by Sally Henry - June 11, 2016 in Atlanta

Atlanta's favorite green superhero is back for a weekend in the park.... (more...)
BWW Interviews: Devon Hales of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Theatrical Outfit BWW Interviews: Devon Hales of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Theatrical Outfit
by Elizabeth Brink - May 11, 2016 in Atlanta

Exploring what it means to find and fight for true love, Devon shares the challenges and joys of portraying Clara in THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA.... (more...)
Tim Quartier of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Theatrical Outfit Tim Quartier of THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at Theatrical Outfit
by Elizabeth Brink - April 18, 2016 in Atlanta

Tim shares about his dream role in a tale of true love.... (more...)
Natasha Drena Leads Cast of Reinvented INTO THE WOODS at the Aurora Theatre Natasha Drena Leads Cast of Reinvented INTO THE WOODS at the Aurora Theatre
by Kiley Gipson - April 01, 2016 in Atlanta

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8 Questions with Tess Malis Kincaid of THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE at The Alliance Theater 8 Questions with Tess Malis Kincaid of THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE at The Alliance Theater
by Libby Ryan - February 25, 2016 in Atlanta

The Alliance Theater's White Witch of Narnia talks about her emotional connection to the book, the show's unique physical aesthetic and how the rehearsal for the play is like a toy Etch A Sketch.... (more...)
Atlanta Lyric Theatre Trades in The Classics for One of Their Most Exposing Productions to Date Atlanta Lyric Theatre Trades in The Classics for One of Their Most Exposing Productions to Date
by Kiley Gipson - February 18, 2016 in Atlanta

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Brittany Ellis Let's it Go in THE SNOW QUEEN Brittany Ellis Let's it Go in THE SNOW QUEEN
by Stevie King - January 11, 2016 in Atlanta

I sat down with The Snow Queen's Brittany Ellis, who played the title character, about what is was like to perform in Serenbe's adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's fairytale.... (more...)