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Alliance Theatre & High Museum of Art to Host 2017 TODDLER TAKEOVER Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017
The Alliance Theatre and High Museum of Art have announced the 2017 Toddler Takeover, an arts festival for the very young, October 13 & 14, at the Woodruff Arts Center. 
Aretha Franklin to Bring Diva Classics to Fox Theatre This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2017
Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, will be performing one-night only in Atlanta at the legendary Fox Theatre today, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m.
Aurora Theatre Rings in Holiday Season with Return of Christmas Canteen 2017
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2017
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Aurora Theatre! Christmas Canteen 2017 will ring in its fan-favorite seasonal phenomenon November 16-December 23, with new hosts Caroline and Nick Arapoglou. The stunning musical revue celebrates its 22nd anniversary as Gwinnett's longest-running theatrical holiday tradition, wowing audience members year after year with joyous musical numbers and hysterical comedy all the ingredients for a very merry Christmas!
GTA Brings Gershwin Tunes and Jaw-Dropping Tap to Gainesville with CRAZY FOR YOU
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2017
When a young New York banker is sent to the sleepy town of Deadrock, Nevada to foreclose a rundown theatre, his heart and life are turned upside down by a spitfire hometown girl.
Spelman College Department of Dance Performance and Choreography Teaches Through the Lens of Black Feminist Theory
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Spelman College's newly formed Department of Dance Performance and Choreography has chosen a unique approach to teaching the next generation of dancers, choreographers and change makers by accentuating Black feminist theory. As a result of integrating the works of notable Black feminist writers and activists such as bell hooks and Audre Lordethroughout the curriculum, the department is cultivating freethinkers and intelligent movers interested in becoming influential creators, writers, historians, educators and scholars within the evolving field of dance.
EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL to Bring Cult Tale to Newnan Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
This Halloween, Newnan Theatre Company will be full of rock and roll, bloody zombies, heroic store clerks, and Kandarian demons in NTC's production of Evil Dead: The Musical.
Acting Troupe of Lambert to Stage A CHORUS LINE
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The Acting Troupe of Lambert will be bringing their full High School version of A Chorus Line to the local community October 19 - 21.
Masterworks Chorale Joins Quilts of Valor to Honor Veterans, 10/22
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Does the daily news leave you troubled and pessimistic? Masterworks Chorale's Because of the Brave concert will dispel those negative emotions with uplifting songs of home and country. Be at the Nixon Centre on October 22, 2017, at 2:00 pm.
Chase Peacock & Jessica De Maria's Musical Ghost Story VIVIAN Coming to the Lyric
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
Chase Peacock and Jessica De Maria, in partnership with the Atlanta Lyric Theatre, present VIVIAN, a musical ghost story by Chase & Jessica.
The Ghastly Dreadfuls to Return to the Center for Puppetry Arts This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
The Ghastly Dreadfuls return from the afterlife at Center for Puppetry Arts, October 11-28 for another season of supernatural storytelling with a chilling cast of characters that has made it an Atlanta cult classic.
Tyler Perry to Bring 'HIGHER IS WAITING' to the Fox Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Tyler Perry returns to the Fox Theatre with the announcement of the one-time only event, HIGHER IS WAITING A CONVERSATION WITH TYLER PERRY on Sunday, Nov. 12 at 3 p.m., which will explore Higher Is Waiting, an intimate book of inspiration by one of the great cultural icons of our time.
Broadway in Atlanta Offers Discounted Student Rush Tickets for THE COLOR PURPLE
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta will offer a special $30 Student Rush Ticket for the Atlanta engagement of THE COLOR PURPLE, playing at The Fox Theatre October 24-29.
Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit Coming to Atlanta This Winter; Tickets on Sale Friday!
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2017
Two-time Grammy Award winner Jason Isbell and his mighty band The 400 Unit have announced 2018 tour dates bringing them to Atlanta's Fox Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 8 and Friday, Feb. 9 with both shows starting at 8 p.m.
Aretha Franklin's Fox Theatre Appearance Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2017
Due to unfortunate circumstances, Aretha Franklin's show at the Fox Theatre on Friday, October 13 has been cancelled. Tickets purchased for the show will be refunded by the Fox Theatre Ticket Office.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at SHOPKINS LIVE! SHOP IT UP!, Coming to Atlanta This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2017
A series of photos released today give Shopkins and Shoppies fans a sneak peek into the first-ever live theatrical production based on the phenomenally successful Shopkins toy brand. Shopkins Live! Shop It Up! will bring the national tour to Atlanta's Fox Theatre today, Oct. 7 at 3 p.m. Scroll down for a sneak peek!
John Burke and the Superstratum Band to Launch Regional Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
On October 14, 2017, John Burke and the Superstratum Band will launch a regional tour of the Atlanta-area to promote their new album Superstratum, which debuted at Eddie's Attic on September 10th. Tickets and info are available at JohnBurkeMusic.com.
BWW Feature: THE GHASTLY DREADFULS at Center For Puppetry Arts
by Justin Cole Adams - October 06, 2017
Puppets, terrifying stories and a group called the Dreadfuls, what could be more ghastly?
Marietta Theatre Company to Debut THE LAST FIVE YEARS This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
Marietta Theatre Company announces the second production in the company's inaugural season, The Last Five Years, debuting October 20 through November 4 at the Lyric Studio on the Square. This Drama-Desk award winning production by Jason Robert Brown will be anchored by two of Atlanta's best voices, Stephanie Earle and JD Myers, as it brings a contemporary musical experience like no other to Marietta during its anticipated run.
Registration Open for Atlanta Botanical Garden's February Flower Show
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
It may be months away, but it's time to plant the seed for participating in next year's inaugural Atlanta Botanical Garden Flower Show presented February 23 - 25.
Rebeca Robles of BLACKBIRD at 7 Stages Theatre
by Amy Zipperer - October 05, 2017
David Harrower's celebrated 2005 play, Blackbird, is coming to 7 Stages Theatre. The play, which The New York Times lauded for its powerful emotional nakedness, tells the story of Una, a young woman, who shows up at the office of Ray, her former lover, who, after having been imprisoned at the age of 40 for his illicit relationship with the 12-year-old Una, has tried to make a new life for himself. A new name. A new relationship. Needless to say, Ray's not that excited when Una pops up 15 years later to rehash the details of their former love affair after seeing his picture in a trade magazine. BWW recently caught up with Rebeca Robles to chat about her turn as Una in the self-produced run.
Angela Rye and Kevin 'Coach K' Lee to Be Honored at A3C's Welcome to ATL Reception
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
To kick off the 13th annual hip-hop music festival and conference, ChooseATL and A3C will host their official Welcome to ATL Reception, at the Toyota Music Ballroom in Atlanta, GA on October 4th, 2017.
Celebrate Fall with Scarecrows, Ale, Goblins and More at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Enjoy the cooler days and nights of October at the Atlanta Botanical Garden, where fall serves up a harvest of fun events.
Nominations Now Open for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
Photo Flash: Conversation-Starting Play BOY Premieres at Theatrical Outfit
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2017
This fall, Theatrical Outfit proudly stages the Southeast premiere of Boy, a recent Off-Broadway hit play by Anna Ziegler inspired by a true story of gender reassignment, featuring Tom Key, Theatrical Outfit's Artistic Director, and Clifton Guterman, Theatrical Outfit's Associate Artistic Director, with direction by Melissa Foulger.
HAND TO GOD to Get Atlanta Premiere at Dad's Garage
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
The Alliance Theatre is pleased to announce the Atlanta premiere of HAND TO GOD, the irreverent puppet comedy that was a 2015 Tony Award nominee for Best Play and the most produced play in American regional theater last season. Marc Masterson, Artistic Director of South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa, California, directs this darkly delightful (The New York Times) production. HAND TO GOD explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us. Performances are October 20 November 12, 2017 at Dad's Garage while the Alliance Theatre undergoes a complete renovation. Opening night is Wednesday, October 25.

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