Discover the Classic Tale of Oliver Twist at the Center for Puppetry Arts, 2/28 – 3/5
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2017
Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist will come to life at the Center for Puppetry Arts for one week only, from February 28 - March 5. The show is performed by Simpich Marionettes out of Colorado Springs, Colo., and features David Simpich's ornate, hand-carved marionettes. In this one-man show, Simpich does double duty puppeteering his marionettes while performing as Dickens. As the narrator, he tells the tale of literature's famous orphan who escapes an orphanage only to find himself caught up in London's underground crime scene.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2017
Charles Dickens' classic novel Oliver Twist will come to life at the Center for Puppetry Arts for one week only, from February 28 - March 5. The show is performed by Simpich Marionettes out of Colorado Springs, Colo., and features David Simpich's ornate, hand-carved marionettes. In this one-man show, Simpich does double duty puppeteering his marionettes while performing as Dickens. As the narrator, he tells the tale of literature's famous orphan who escapes an orphanage only to find himself caught up in London's underground crime scene.
Kiss Those Winter Blues Goodbye With Thousands Of Spring Bulbs
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2017
Welcome spring with a colorful bang of flower power in March and April as Atlanta Blooms explodes throughout the Atlanta Botanical Garden with hundreds of thousands of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and crocuses.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2017
Welcome spring with a colorful bang of flower power in March and April as Atlanta Blooms explodes throughout the Atlanta Botanical Garden with hundreds of thousands of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and crocuses.
Neil DeGrasse Tyson Returns to Atlanta
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2017
The Fox Theatre is proud to announce that Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, the Host of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, bestselling author, and the Director of the Hayden Planetarium, will hosting an evening dedicated to the'The Cosmic Perspective' at the Cobb Energy Centre on Thursday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2017
The Fox Theatre is proud to announce that Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, the Host of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey, bestselling author, and the Director of the Hayden Planetarium, will hosting an evening dedicated to the'The Cosmic Perspective' at the Cobb Energy Centre on Thursday, June 15 at 7:30 p.m.
Fox Theatre Announces The Return Of Brit Floyd With The Immersion World Tour 2017
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2017
The hotly anticipated rock event of the year returns, as Brit Floyd brings the music of Pink Floyd to life once again with its lavish new stage show, 'Immersion World Tour 2017'coming to Atlanta's Fox Theatre on Thursday, May 25 at 8 p.m. The spectacle of a Pink Floyd concert experience is truly recaptured in high-definition sound, and with a stunning million dollar light show and state of the art video design.
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2017
The hotly anticipated rock event of the year returns, as Brit Floyd brings the music of Pink Floyd to life once again with its lavish new stage show, 'Immersion World Tour 2017'coming to Atlanta's Fox Theatre on Thursday, May 25 at 8 p.m. The spectacle of a Pink Floyd concert experience is truly recaptured in high-definition sound, and with a stunning million dollar light show and state of the art video design.
Photo Flash: SCAD's aTVFest Presents Christina Ricci with Vanguard Award
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2017
Actress Christina Ricci was presented with the Vanguard Award following the screening and Q&A for Amazon's 'Z' The Beginning of Everything,' with actor David Holfin, and executive producers Dawn Prestwich and Nicole Yorkin. The cast of FOX's 'Star' also received the Rising Star Award on Saturday night. Actors Jude Demorest, Brittany O'Grady and Ryan Destiny accepted the honor on behalf of the cast.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2017
Actress Christina Ricci was presented with the Vanguard Award following the screening and Q&A for Amazon's 'Z' The Beginning of Everything,' with actor David Holfin, and executive producers Dawn Prestwich and Nicole Yorkin. The cast of FOX's 'Star' also received the Rising Star Award on Saturday night. Actors Jude Demorest, Brittany O'Grady and Ryan Destiny accepted the honor on behalf of the cast.
BWW Review: TROUBADOUR at Alliance Theatre
by Justin Cole Adams - February 05, 2017
The Alliance Theatre has a habit of debuting innovative theatre that sometimes even makes it to Broadway. (Note: Tuck Everlasting, Bring It On, Sister Act, Aida, The Color Purple. No big deal, right?) It is for this reason that I was not surprised that their latest musical, TROUBADOR, was just as exceptional.
by Justin Cole Adams - February 05, 2017
The Alliance Theatre has a habit of debuting innovative theatre that sometimes even makes it to Broadway. (Note: Tuck Everlasting, Bring It On, Sister Act, Aida, The Color Purple. No big deal, right?) It is for this reason that I was not surprised that their latest musical, TROUBADOR, was just as exceptional.
Photo Coverage: SCAD's aTVFest Continues with Spotlight Award for Jenna Elfman
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
Last night, Savannah College of Art and Design's (SCAD) 5th annual aTVfest continued its three-day celebration of television and media productions with stars, screenings, STUDENTS and workshops.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
Last night, Savannah College of Art and Design's (SCAD) 5th annual aTVfest continued its three-day celebration of television and media productions with stars, screenings, STUDENTS and workshops.
TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET, New Play Readings and MOONLIGHT Screening Coming Up at Alliance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition continues to spotlight the best emerging playwrights with a full production for the competition winner and staged readings for four competition finalists.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition continues to spotlight the best emerging playwrights with a full production for the competition winner and staged readings for four competition finalists.
Celebrate Elmo's Birthday at the Center for Puppetry Arts Today
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
The Center for Puppetry Arts is hosting a birthday bash for one of Sesame Street's most iconic muppets! On Today, February 4, fans are invited to celebrate Elmo's birthday with an Elmo-themed inflatable, party favors and more.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
The Center for Puppetry Arts is hosting a birthday bash for one of Sesame Street's most iconic muppets! On Today, February 4, fans are invited to celebrate Elmo's birthday with an Elmo-themed inflatable, party favors and more.
Award-winning Acting Troupe of Lambert Brings JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to the Stage!
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
After winning second place in the GHSA 7-AAAAAAA regional one-act competition with James and the Giant Peach, The Acting Troupe of Lambert (ATL) is thrilled to be bringing their full version performance of this title to the local community in early February.
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2017
After winning second place in the GHSA 7-AAAAAAA regional one-act competition with James and the Giant Peach, The Acting Troupe of Lambert (ATL) is thrilled to be bringing their full version performance of this title to the local community in early February.
The Weird Sisters Theatre Project Announces 2017 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
The Weird Sisters Theatre Project's brand new producing team launched their inaugural season today with an announcement of 2017 productions.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
The Weird Sisters Theatre Project's brand new producing team launched their inaugural season today with an announcement of 2017 productions.
Shakespeare's Battle of the Sexes Is On in GTA's MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
Beginning appropriately on Valentine's Day, the Gainesville Theatre Alliance invites audiences to the world of Shakespearean comedy and romance in the Italian countryside with Much Ado About Nothing. While witty and fiery Benedick and Beatrice swear never to marry, lovers Claudio and Hero can't find the altar quick enough.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
Beginning appropriately on Valentine's Day, the Gainesville Theatre Alliance invites audiences to the world of Shakespearean comedy and romance in the Italian countryside with Much Ado About Nothing. While witty and fiery Benedick and Beatrice swear never to marry, lovers Claudio and Hero can't find the altar quick enough.
Synchronicity Theatre and Gateway Performance Productions to Bring Local Legend to Life in THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
Synchronicity Theatre and Gateway Performance Productions bring a local legend to life with The One and Only Ivan, an adaptation with movement and puppetry of Katherine Applegate's Newbery Award-winning novel based on the true story of Ivan the Gorilla, who found a home at Zoo Atlanta from 1994 to 2012.
by BWW News Desk - February 03, 2017
Synchronicity Theatre and Gateway Performance Productions bring a local legend to life with The One and Only Ivan, an adaptation with movement and puppetry of Katherine Applegate's Newbery Award-winning novel based on the true story of Ivan the Gorilla, who found a home at Zoo Atlanta from 1994 to 2012.
Atlanta's Dad's Garage and Boston's Improv Asylum Make Friendly Comedy Bet On The Big Game
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
This Sunday's Big Game Day, it's not just the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons going head-to-head. Each city's top improv comedy clubs, Dad's Garage in Atlanta and Boston's Improv Asylum, are squaring up against one another for a friendly bet that is sure to have each city #winning (and laughing) after the big game.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
This Sunday's Big Game Day, it's not just the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons going head-to-head. Each city's top improv comedy clubs, Dad's Garage in Atlanta and Boston's Improv Asylum, are squaring up against one another for a friendly bet that is sure to have each city #winning (and laughing) after the big game.
Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival Deadline Extended
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
January 10, 2017 - Founder and Executive Artistic Director Benjamin Davis is thrilled to announce that submissions are open and rolling in for the Second Annual Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival (AMTF), to be held in August in Atlanta. Performances will be open to the artistic community, the public, and the press. Submissions are being accepted now for work to be presented at the festival (details below). The deadline to submit is February 14, 2017. Selections will be announced April 1, 2017. Tickets to the Festival will go on sale in spring 2017.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
January 10, 2017 - Founder and Executive Artistic Director Benjamin Davis is thrilled to announce that submissions are open and rolling in for the Second Annual Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival (AMTF), to be held in August in Atlanta. Performances will be open to the artistic community, the public, and the press. Submissions are being accepted now for work to be presented at the festival (details below). The deadline to submit is February 14, 2017. Selections will be announced April 1, 2017. Tickets to the Festival will go on sale in spring 2017.
BWW Feature: THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN at Synchronicity Theatre
by Justin Cole Adams - February 02, 2017
by Justin Cole Adams - February 02, 2017
Escape To The Sultry Tropics At Winter's Favorite Exhibition
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Step into a warm, fragrant tropical oasis of flowers February 11 - April 9 during Orchid Daze, the Atlanta Botanical Garden's annual orchid extravaganza. Staged among thousands of beautiful orchids in the Fuqua Orchid Center - one of the country's largest collections of species orchids - the popular exhibition features three paradisiacal settings that allow visitors to leave behind their urban surroundings.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Step into a warm, fragrant tropical oasis of flowers February 11 - April 9 during Orchid Daze, the Atlanta Botanical Garden's annual orchid extravaganza. Staged among thousands of beautiful orchids in the Fuqua Orchid Center - one of the country's largest collections of species orchids - the popular exhibition features three paradisiacal settings that allow visitors to leave behind their urban surroundings.
Newnan Theatre Company Presents ONE SLIGHT HITCH
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Newnan Theatre Company invites you to the wedding of the century when they open the new year with comedian Lewis Black's play, One Slight Hitch in their Black Box arena. Most people probably know Black for his bombastic comedy rants on Comedy Central's The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, however Black first made his name in New York as Playwright in Residence for the West Bank Cafe Downstairs Theatre Bar in New York City. He wrote many short plays while there, but One Slight Hitch was his best-known full length play.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
Newnan Theatre Company invites you to the wedding of the century when they open the new year with comedian Lewis Black's play, One Slight Hitch in their Black Box arena. Most people probably know Black for his bombastic comedy rants on Comedy Central's The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, however Black first made his name in New York as Playwright in Residence for the West Bank Cafe Downstairs Theatre Bar in New York City. He wrote many short plays while there, but One Slight Hitch was his best-known full length play.
SCAD Announces Line-Up for 2017 aTVfest in Atlanta
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) announced today its lineup for the fifth annual aTVfest, drawing in industry-leading producers, directors, writers and actors to SCAD venues in midtown Atlanta.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) announced today its lineup for the fifth annual aTVfest, drawing in industry-leading producers, directors, writers and actors to SCAD venues in midtown Atlanta.
Acting Troupe of Lambert to Bring JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to the Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
After winning second place in the GHSA 7-AAAAAAA regional one-act competition with James and the Giant Peach, The Acting Troupe of Lambert (ATL) is thrilled to be bringing their full version performance of this title to the local community in early February.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
After winning second place in the GHSA 7-AAAAAAA regional one-act competition with James and the Giant Peach, The Acting Troupe of Lambert (ATL) is thrilled to be bringing their full version performance of this title to the local community in early February.
Award-winning Acting Troupe of Lambert Brings JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to the Stage!
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
After winning second place in the GHSA 7-AAAAAAA regional one-act competition with James and the Giant Peach, The Acting Troupe of Lambert (ATL) is thrilled to be bringing their full version performance of this title to the local community in early February.
by BWW News Desk - February 02, 2017
After winning second place in the GHSA 7-AAAAAAA regional one-act competition with James and the Giant Peach, The Acting Troupe of Lambert (ATL) is thrilled to be bringing their full version performance of this title to the local community in early February.
Prepare Ye the Way for GTA's February Festival Revival of GODSPELL
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
This February, the Gainesville Theatre Alliance invites audiences to "prepare ye the way" for a musical telling of the gospel of Matthew in the much loved musical Godspell. With performances at Brenau University's Hosch Theatre February 14 through 25, this updated version of the classic musical is the best revival you've never attended- until now.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
This February, the Gainesville Theatre Alliance invites audiences to "prepare ye the way" for a musical telling of the gospel of Matthew in the much loved musical Godspell. With performances at Brenau University's Hosch Theatre February 14 through 25, this updated version of the classic musical is the best revival you've never attended- until now.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre Welcomes HAVING OUR SAY.. to the Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, continues its 24thseason and its theme of the strength of women with Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years by Emily Mann. This inspirational story runs February 16th through March 5th, 2017 at the theatre's home in the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. Andrea Frye, acclaimed director and actor, will direct the production that is also part of the 2017 Roswell Roots Festival. Having Our Say is graciously sponsored by The Kimberly-Clark Corporation.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, continues its 24thseason and its theme of the strength of women with Having Our Say, The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years by Emily Mann. This inspirational story runs February 16th through March 5th, 2017 at the theatre's home in the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. Andrea Frye, acclaimed director and actor, will direct the production that is also part of the 2017 Roswell Roots Festival. Having Our Say is graciously sponsored by The Kimberly-Clark Corporation.
THE CURIOUS GARDEN Exhibit to Focuse on Nature's Beauty at Atlanta Botanical Garden
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
The Atlanta Botanical Garden has designated 2017 as the year of the garden, and to celebrate will present an art exhibition this spring designed to encourage guests to see, stop, experience and talk about nature -all in surprisingly intriguing ways.
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2017
The Atlanta Botanical Garden has designated 2017 as the year of the garden, and to celebrate will present an art exhibition this spring designed to encourage guests to see, stop, experience and talk about nature -all in surprisingly intriguing ways.
Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal for THE TEMPLE BOMBING World Premiere at Alliance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017
Atlanta's Tony Award winning Alliance Theatre presents the world premiere The Temple Bombing, written and directed by Jimmy Maize. A new play about the event that rocked Atlanta from Peachtree Street to Auburn Avenue, The Temple Bombing recounts the 1958 attack on The Temple, Atlanta's oldest synagogue, which bolstered local and national support for dramatic social change. The Temple Bombing will have its world premiere on the Alliance Stage from February 22 - March 12, 2017. Opening night is March 1, 7:30 p.m. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal below!
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2017
Atlanta's Tony Award winning Alliance Theatre presents the world premiere The Temple Bombing, written and directed by Jimmy Maize. A new play about the event that rocked Atlanta from Peachtree Street to Auburn Avenue, The Temple Bombing recounts the 1958 attack on The Temple, Atlanta's oldest synagogue, which bolstered local and national support for dramatic social change. The Temple Bombing will have its world premiere on the Alliance Stage from February 22 - March 12, 2017. Opening night is March 1, 7:30 p.m. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal below!
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Drinking Habits 2: Caught in the Act
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Pianist Alexander Malofeev at Spivey Hall
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Made In America?
Synchronicity Theatre (1/14 - 1/14) | |
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Fox Theatre (2/28 - 3/21) | |
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Once Upon A Mattress
The Imperial Theatre (5/8 - 5/10) | |
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Pavel Haas Quartet at Spivey Hall
Spivey Hall (3/21 - 3/21) | |
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