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BWW Review: APPROPRIATE at Actor's Express
by Justin Cole Adams - October 31, 2016
ACTOR'S EXPRESS gives audiences an insightful look at three siblings months after their father's death in APPROPRIATE.
Actor's Express to Stage Atlanta Premiere of APPROPRIATE This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2016
?Actor's Express stages the Atlanta premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' raucous dark comedy Appropriate October 29 - November 20, 2016.
JUNIE B. JONES THE MUSICAL Kicks Off The New FamilyStage: Adventure Series at Georgia Ensemble Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, announces a new kid-centric initiative called FamilyStage: Adventure Series that will provide exciting weekend performances for the whole family throughout the school year at the theatre's home in the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
THE LITTLE MERMAID to Return to Atlanta's Fox Theater This January
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta announces today that tickets for The Little Mermaid, a classic story of Disney's favorite mermaid and her quest to be human, will go on sale to the publicSunday, November 20. This fun-filled, timeless tale will play five performances only Thursday, January 12 - Sunday, January 15 at the Fox Theatre as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2016/2017 season.   
Carter and Olivia Rie, Founders of 'One More Generation' to Guest Star on 'Rock It Green Radio'
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Saillant hopes to unite people all over the world to fight for the protection of our planet and ensure that we defeat Climate Change by spreading awareness through social media. 
MADELINE'S CHRISTMAS Returns to Horizon Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2016
A beloved holiday tradition, Madeline's Christmas will usher in the most wonderful time of the year at Horizon Theatre, December 3-31! A festive treat for parents and children alike, families are invited to join Madeline and friends for a magical musical adaption of Ludwig Bemelmans' classic children's tale! Featuring 24 local girls performing alongside professional actors in collaboration with The Atlanta Children's Theatre Company, this merry production is a holiday classic for all!
Jeffrey Sweet to Entertain Atlanta at The Basement Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2016
You Only Shoot the Ones You Love is a monologue-style play in which Jeff talks mostly about how he inadvertently came to be involved with the great Improvisation institutions of Chicago, particularly The Compass Players, Second City, and The Annoyance Theatre.
Cast and Creative Team Set for Bush & Shaffer's New Musical TROUBADOUR at Alliance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2016
Atlanta's Tony Award winning Alliance Theatre has announced the cast and creative team behind its upcoming world premiere musical, Troubadour, by playwright Janece Shaffer (The Geller Girls, Broke) with original music by Grammy Award-winning recording artist Kristian Bush.
GIRLS LIFE Now Extended at Pinch 'n' Ouch Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
Now extended November 17-20, the world premiere of Atlanta Playwright Grant McGowen's latest play 'Girls Life' is the second highest grossing production at Pinch 'N' Ouch Theatre behind "Wall Street Wedding,' also written by McGowen.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre Receives Major Grant From The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors of the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, Inc. has approved a grant in the amount of $115,000 from the General Operating Support grant making program.
THE HEADLESS HORSEMAN OF SILLY HOLLOW to Gallop Back to Center for Puppetry Arts
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
An audience favorite, the sibling trio known as the Frogtown Mountain Puppeteers will bring their unique brand of humor to the Center for Puppetry Arts with The Headless Horseman of Silly Hollow, October 25 - November 6.
Horizon Theatre Company to Present THE SANTALAND DIARIES
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
Returning for its 18th anniversary production, Atlanta's red-hot holiday sensation, The Santaland Diaries by award-winning satirist David Sedaris, will run November 18 -December 31 at Horizon Theatre Company. Wanderlust Atlanta says "your sides are going to hurt and your cheeks will be so sore after laughing and smiling for a solid 90 minutes!" This non-traditional, adult-only, Christmas comedy provides the perfect laughter-induced remedy to the holiday blues.
Dad's Garage Brings Their Beloved Kid's Show Back to the Stage
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
Dad's Garage kids show returns to the stage with "Foolio's Fun Club" - a show that will keep both children and adults laughing. This show uses G-rated Dad's Garage improv to create a new story every week. The kids make suggestions (just like a regular improv show), and they help shape the story as it moves along. "Foolio's Fun Club" features puppets, live actors in silly costumes, and lots of fun scenery. The kids get to tell jokes, interact with the performers, and laugh at the wacky stories. We've even tried to sneak in a few positive lessons into the show. Everything from table manners, to sharing, to being a good friend. "Foolio's Fun Club" provides positive, uplifting improv comedy for audiences of all ages.
Photo Flash: First Look at the Lyric Theatre's A CHORUS LINE
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Meet 17 dancers in an empty theatre, on a bare stage, where casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete. For these dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. It's what they've worked for with every drop of sweat, every hour of training, every day of their lives. This is A Chorus Line, the musical for anyone who has ever had a dream and put it all on the line to make that dream come true. Winner of nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical, it's one of the longest-running American Broadway musicals ever. Come experience this 'singular sensation' in Atlanta Lyric Theatre's new production of A Chorus Line at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre through November 6. Tickets are on sale NOW at www.AtlantaLyric.com or by calling 404-377-9948!
BWW Review: MOBY DICK at Alliance Theatre
by Justin Cole Adams - October 22, 2016
Theatre, like most things in life, can become the subject of repetition and become very boring. MOBY DICK at the Alliance Theatre is not an example of this, however. Starting in Chicago at the Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre, this innovative, artistic work of art is not quite what you would expect. Director David Catlin adapted the piece initially with Lookingglass Theatre and The Actors Gymnasium.
Jeffrey Sweet to Entertain Atlanta at The Basement Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2016
You Only Shoot the Ones You Love is a monologue-style play in which Jeff talks mostly about how he inadvertently came to be involved with the great Improvisation institutions of Chicago, particularly The Compass Players, Second City, and The Annoyance Theatre.
Atlanta Botanical Garden to Welcome Experts for Regional Plant Conservation Summit
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2016
The Atlanta Botanical Garden is gearing up for an unprecedented gathering of experts aimed at combining forces in plant conservation efforts throughout the Southeast.
Fox Theatre Announces 11th Annual MIGHTY MO AND MORE 12/19
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2016
Follow the flurries as the Fox Theatre celebrates the season with a very special Atlanta tradition, the 11th Annual Mighty Mo & More -- a FREE holiday event on Monday, Dec. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Harkening back to the 1929 grand opening, families were amazed with celebratory dancing girls, the Disney classic toon "Steamboat Willie," performances on the Mighty Mo organ and a viewing of the film "Salute." This year's festivities, presented by Georgia Natural Gas, will honor the historic grand opening with a musical prelude on the beloved Mighty Mo by Ken Double, president of the American Theatre Organ Society, followed by a special screening of "The Santa Clause" starring Tim Allen. 
Cast Announced for PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT at Out Front Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2016
Out Front Theatre Company, Atlanta's foremost theatre that exists to tell stories of the LGBTQIA experience and community, has announced casting for the Georgia premiere of the smash Broadway hit Priscilla, Queen of the Desert: The Musical. The show will launch the company's first season, playing October 20 - November 6.
Dad's Garage Receives $120K Grant from Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2016
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta has awarded Dad's Garage a $120,000 grant for operating costs.
Broadway in Atlanta to Offer Rush CABARET Tickets for College Students
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2016
Travel back in time to Berlin in 1939 with Broadway in Atlanta as it welcomes CABARET to the Fox Theatre for a limited one-week engagement of mesmerizing performances and Tony Award-winning talent. For any local college students looking to spend the evening dancing, singing and submerging into the culture that is CABARET, Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta presents a special $25 Student Rush Ticket price for the Atlanta engagement, playing at The Fox Theatre November 1 - 6 as part of the 2016/2017 season. College students simply need to bring valid college student identification with them to the Fox Theatre Box Office two hours prior to each scheduled performance. The Student Rush Ticket price will be valid for all performances November 1 - 6 with a two-ticket limit per student ID. Student Rush Tickets may be purchased with cash or credit card and will apply to any open seat in the house, subject to availability.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre Welcomes New Associate Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2016
???????Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, announced Saturday night at their annual fundraising gala One Mysterious Evening, the appointment of Alan Kilpatrick as Associate Artistic Director.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre to Present ON THE VERGE OR THE GEOGRAPHY OF YEARNING
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2016
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, continues its 24th Season with the whimsical play, On The Verge Or The Geography of Yearning, by Eric Overmeyer at theTheatre's home in the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. This production has limited run dates for three weeks only from November 3rd  through the 20th  of 2016, with performances Wednesdays through Sundays.  Acclaimed Atlanta actor and director Carolyn Cook (Artistic Director of Theatre du Reve and Artistic Associate at the former Georgia Shakespeare) directs the production. Sponsor for this comedic safari through time is longtime GET corporate partner, Northside Hospital.
Synchronicity Theatre to Welcome Holiday Season with Musical Adaptation of MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2016
Synchronicity Theatre will celebrate the holidays with Mr. Popper's Penguins, a family-friendly musical based on the 1938 children's book.
BWW Review: MACBETH at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse
by Gracie McBride - October 15, 2016

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