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Art, Science and Adventure Come Alive in 'MIGHTY BUG' Special Events at Center for Puppetry Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 28, 2017
Scorpiana is on the loose and threatening the insect citizens of Bugville! Is our hero Mighty Bug up for the challenge? The Center for Puppetry Arts is celebrating the art, science and adventure in the comic book-style The Adventures of Mighty Bug with special events throughout the run of the show.
Stage Door Players to Present Murder Mystery DEATH BY DESIGN
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2017
Continuing the 43rd Season of Dunwoody's very own professional theatre, Stage Door Players presents the comedic murder mystery, Death by Design by Rob Urbanati. Suehyla El-Attar directs.
Calling All Lovers and Skeptics! Celebrate Valentine's Day at Whole World Improv Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2017
Founders Chip Powell (Artistic Director) and Emily Reily Russell (Managing Director) will present two Valentine's Day offerings, one for lovers and one for skeptics! In the Valentine's Day performance, LOVE, WHOLE WORLD STYLE riffs off the 70s TV comedy, "Love, American Style". For the skeptics, Whole World presents THE BITTER, LONELY VALENTINE'S PUKEFEST.
Newnan Theatre Company Presents ONE SLIGHT HITCH
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 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.
Holocaust Survivor Eva Schloss to Attend GET's 'AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME'
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2017
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, is celebrating the 20th anniversary of producing the powerful Holocaust drama, And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank.
TOO HEAVY FOR YOUR POCKET, New Play Readings and MOONLIGHT Screening Coming Up at Alliance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 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. 
STAGE TUBE: Alliance Theatre Releases New Trailer for Broadway-Bound THE PROM
by Christina Mancuso - January 25, 2017
The ALLIANCE THEATRE has just released a new trailer for Broadway-bound THE PROM.  Check it out below!
Cardenas Marketing Network Announces Atlanta Stop For The Carlos Vives USA Tour
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
Cardenas Marketing Network (CMN) announces its most anticipated tour of the year with one of Latin music's most renowned artists, Carlos Vives. The 'Carlos Vives -USA Tour 2017," will bring the Colombian singer's spectacular show to the Fox Theatre on Friday, May 12 at 8 p.m. 
It's MIGHTY BUG to the Rescue at Center for Puppetry Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2017
It's a bird... It's a plane... No... It's Mighty Bug! Audiences are invited to experience a comic book tale coming to life in the upcoming production of The Adventures of Mighty Bug at Center for Puppetry Arts January 24 - March 12, 2017.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL's 'Revolting Children' Will Arrive at The Fox Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2017
Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta has announced that TIME Magazine's #1 Show of the Year, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, will come to Atlanta as part of the 2016/2017 season. Produced by the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Dodgers, the first national tour of MATILDA THE MUSICAL will play at the Fox Theatre April 18 - 23.
SCAD Announces Line-Up for 2017 aTVfest in Atlanta
by TV News Desk - January 23, 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.
Out of Box Produces Marsha Norman's Dark Classic 'NIGHT MOTHER
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2017
Kirk S. Campbell directs Leigh-Ann Campbell as Jessie and Carolyn S. Choe as the titular mother in Marsha Norman's Pulitzer and Susan Smith Blackburn prize-winning drama 'Night, Mother. Dark and enthralling, 'Night, Mother chronicles the last hour in the life of a young woman who has decided that life is not worth living. 
Theatrical Outfit Launches THE UNEXPECTED PLAY READING FESTIVAL 1/21-22, 2017
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
Theatrical Outfit's is proud to presents its first festival of play readings, The Unexpected Play Reading Festival. Witness top notch talent bring characters and plots to vivid life as four new or newish scripts not only stir the soul but maybe even unsettle it. Think of it as T.O. Stage 2 - unpredictable and exciting fare that stretches The Outfit aesthetic in either content or form. Preview tomorrow's hit play today. This brand new programming runs January 21-22, 2017 continuing Theatrical Outfit's 40th Anniversary Season of Hope!  
Actor's Express to Present Bone-Chilling Production of THE CRUCIBLE
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2017
Actor's Express stages Arthur Miller's Tony award-winning play The Crucible January 21 - February 19, 2017.
Photo Flash: Actor's Express Presents THE CRUCIBLE
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
The witching hour is at hand in the tight-knit community of Salem. Personal vendettas collide with lust and superstition, fueling widespread hysteria. Do witches walk among us, or has revenge created a monster? As paranoia grips the tiny town, reason takes a back seat to fear - and all hell breaks loose in this visceral new production of Arthur Miller's riveting masterpiece.
THE MOTH Comes to Dad's Garage This March
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
Georgia-born storytelling nonprofit, The Moth returns to the state where it all began - just in time for its 20th anniversary. The force behind the popular Moth Radio Hour and the Moth podcast kicks off its signature open mic series on March 13th at Dad's Garage (569 Ezzard St SE) in Atlanta. 
Spend the Night with Billy Crystal at Fox Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2017
Tony and Emmy Award-winning comedian, actor, producer, writer and director Billy Crystal will be returning to Atlanta for a one-night only performance of Spend the Night with Billy Crystal at the Fox Theatre on Thursday, April 27 at 8 p.m.
Alliance Theatre Launches New Free Ticketing Program Tickets for Teachers'
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Last night Atlanta's Tony Award® winning Alliance Theatre launched TICKETS FOR TEACHERS - a unique program that provides all educators with free tickets to select performances of Alliance Theatre productions.  TICKETS FOR TEACHERS is one more Alliance initiative designed to support the role of arts in education. 
THE BODYGUARD at Atlanta's Fox Theatre On Sale 1/29
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2017
Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta is delighted to announce that the first U.S. National tour of the hit musical THE BODYGUARD will play at Atlanta's Fox Theatre from March 28 - April 2 as part of the 2016/2017 season.
Celebrate Elmo's Birthday at the Center for Puppetry Arts 2/4
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
The Center for Puppetry Arts is hosting a birthday bash for one of Sesame Street's most iconic muppets! On Saturday, February 4, fans are invited to celebrate Elmo's birthday with an Elmo-themed inflatable, party favors and more.
Actor's Express to Take Part in THE GHOSTLIGHT PROJECT Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
At 5:30 p.m. on January 19, 2017 Actor's Express will join over 500 theaters, ensembles and companies, and high school and university theater programs as they gather across the country to light a light and make a pledge to stand for and protect the values of inclusion, participation, and compassion for everyone - regardless of race, class, religion, country of origin, immigration status, (dis)ability, gender identity, or sexual orientation as part of The Ghostlight Project.
Great Seats Released for Lee Brice and Justin Moore at Fox Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2017
With the finalization of production for the upcoming Justin Moore & Lee Brice "American Made" Tour in Atlanta at the Fox Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 21 at 8 p.m., organizers have just announced the release of a limited number of high demand Great New Seats that are expected to sell quickly.
Idina Menzel's Global Tour to Stop in Atlanta This Summer
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
After releasing her fifth solo studio album idina. last fall, Tony Award-winning superstar Idina Menzel announced today that she will head out on a 50+ city global spring & summer tour, including  a one-night only show at Atlanta's famed Fox Theatre on Saturday, July 22 at 8 p.m.
Acting Troupe of Lambert to Bring JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH to the Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 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 - January 17, 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.

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