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Georgia Shakespeare Announces Black Friday, Cyber Monday Deals
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2013
This Friday, November 29 through Monday, December 2 shop with Georgia Shakespeare from the comfort of your pj's!
Post-Thanksgiving BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards Update 11/29 - CABARET in Huge Lead!
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2013
Voting is now underway for Atlanta! We have a record number of votes in already, but if you haven't voted yet, click here to vote! If you have voted already, tell your friends.
Dad's Garage Opens INVASION: CHRISTMAS CAROL at Fabrefaction and The Alliance Today
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2013
Replace your regular holiday tradition with a Dad's Garage tradition - kicking classic theatre in the tookus! After five years of success, the award-winning Dad's Garage Ensemble will be returning to the stage starting today, Nov. 29 at 8pm (this time to Fabrefaction Theatre and The Alliance) to skewer the quintessential Christmas play - A Christmas Carol!
Chris Kayser Plays 'Scrooge' for Last Time in Alliance Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2013
A CHRISTMAS CAROL, ALLIANCE THEATRE's annual holiday gift to Atlanta, returns today, November 29, 2013 for its 24th production. The most heartwarming story of the season comes to life with holiday carols, stunning stage magic and your favorite Atlanta actors. Directed by Rosemary Newcott, the Sally G. Tomlinson Artistic Director of Theatre for Youth, A CHRISTMAS CAROL has become a tradition for many families around the southeast. Opening night is Wednesday, December 4, 7:00 p.m.
THE START OF DREAMS Screening at Southwest Arts Center to Benefit Toys for Tots, 12/7
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2013
Jennifer Gordon Thompson and The Horne Brothers are pleased to announce an exclusive screening of the critically acclaimed documentary, 'The Start of Dreams'. The screening will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 7 PM at the theatre of the Southwest Arts Center. Admission is $10 or Free when you bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. The Southwest Arts Center is located at 915 New Hope Rd, Atlanta, GA 30331. To attend please RSVP to info@thbfilms.com . RSVP's are required no later than December 5, 2013.
Voting Open for 2013 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 27, 2013
After a record number of nominations and careful proofing by our local editors for eligibility, we are VERY excited to announce that voting has begun for this year's BWW Awards.
THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI Plays Theatrical Outfit, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2013
Theatrical Outfit, kicks off the holidays with the triumphant return of THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI, featuring a top-notch cast, some returning, some new to MAGI. Heidi Cline McKerley directs, music direction is by S. Renee Clark, with choreography by Jeff McKerley. Opening night is Saturday, November 30, 7:30 curtain; previews performances are tonight, November 27 and 29.
THE BOOK CLUB PLAY Returns to Horizon Theatre, 1/17-2/23
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2013
Performances of The Book Club Play run January 17 - February 23, 2014. Show times are Tuesday - Friday at 8 PM, Saturday at 3 PM and 8:30 PM, and Sunday at 5 PM. General admission tickets for The Book Club Play are $25-$30. Tickets may be ordered by phone at 404.584.7450 or online at horizontheatre.com. A photo, calendar listing, and a press release with details and additional show information are attached to this e-mail.
Photo Flash: Look Back at Georgia Shakespeare's 2013 BARD'S BASH
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2013
On Saturday, November 16, Georgia Shakespeare hosted the 2013 Bard's Bash: All the Word's a Stage at Zoo Atlanta's Ford Pavilion. Over 200 guests arrived decked-out in 'black, silver, and purple glamour.' The evening featured entertainment by Big Mike Geier, Dames Aflame, Los Angeles-based performer and cult favorite Christine Deaver, styling sessions with Jaye Lish and Edie Cheezburger, spinning by DJ Yvonne Monet, and a special appearance by Puddles Pity Party, who performed his cover of Lorde's 'Royals,' which has gotten over a million hits on You Tube. All proceeds went to support Georgia Shakespeare. Check out a look back below!
Stage Door Players' THE GAME'S AFOOT Opens 12/6
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2013
STAGE DOOR PLAYERS, Dunwoody's own professional theatre company, continues its 40th Anniversary Season with The Game's Afoot or Holmes for the Holidays by Ken Ludwig, directed by Robert Egizio. The regional premiere opens on Friday, December 6, 8pm curtain, and runs until December 22. The show features some of Atlanta's top talent: Cara Mantella, Jackie Prucha, Jacob York, among others. Subscription and single tickets are on sale now at the box office (770-396-1726), or online at www.stagedoorplayers.net. Subscriptions for the remainder of the season start at $96, single tickets for The Game's Afoot are $27. Senior, student and youth discounts are available. Previews are $15. Stage Door Players is located at 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338, approx one block South of the Mt. Vernon Road and Chamblee Dunwoody Road intersection, in the North Dekalb Cultural Arts Center.
Disney's THE LION KING to Play Fox Theatre for First Time, 4/10-27
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2013
Disney Theatrical Productions and Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta announced today that tickets for the long-awaited return engagement of Disney's THE LION KING will go on sale to the public on Sunday, December 8 at 10:00 a.m. Atlanta's most eagerly awaited return will leap onto the Fox Theatre stage for the first time on April 10, 2014 for a limited engagement of three weeks through April 27, 2014. Preview performances are Thursday, April 10, Friday, April 11 and the matinee performance on Saturday, April 12 with the official opening night performance on Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m.
Photo Flash: Horizon Theatre's SANTALAND DIARIES Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2013
This holiday season Horizon Theatre Company turns 'ho ho ho' into 'ha ha ha' as it reprises its popular production of The Santaland Diaries by award-winning satirist David Sedaris. The perfect laughter-spiked antidote to the holiday blues, Creative Loafing calls this non-traditional adult-only Christmas comedy 'a fiendishly exhilarating, politically incorrect send-up of the holidays.' BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the show below!
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek - Be NAUGHTY AND NICE with Serenbe Playhouse This Christmas
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2013
This Christmas season join Serenbe Playhouse as we haul out more holly than we can carry and stuff our stockings till they overflow with Naughty and Nice, starring two of Atlanta's brightest musical theatre stars, Ingrid Cole and Glenn Rainey.
Aurora Theatre Announces Discounted $155 Ticket Package
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2013
Aurora Theatre once again offers patrons the best deal in show business, just in time for the holidays, with their Mini Season Ticket. This package includes the three remaining shows of their 2013-2014 season for only $49.95. Order before Christmas and they will include a certificate for 2 additional tickets to the opening of their January production Lombardi making the package a $155 value. Two beautiful gift certificates are issued with each purchase and all of the important information is on the back to make this holiday steal the best gift of the season. Mini season Tickets can be purchased online, by phone or in-person at the Aurora Theatre box office.
Keri Hilson Headlines 'Global Winter Wonderland' Grand Opening Event Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2013
Global Winter Wonderland, the spectacular lantern festival and multicultural theme park, will make its Atlanta grand opening debut tonight, November 21 at Turner Field's Green Lot. Global Winter Wonderland features giant illuminated lanterns including recreations of some of the world's greatest architectural achievements, such as the Taj Mahal, the Eiffel Tower, Chichen Itza, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Charles Busch Comes to Actor's Express, 12/6
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2013
Actor's Express announces an exciting late addition to the Winter Dark Nights Series: "CHARLES BUSCH featuring Tom Judson on the Piano", for ONE NIGHT ONLY, on December 6 at 8pm. Actor, playwright, novelist, screenwriter, director, drag legend. Broadway and off-Broadway star, Charles Busch will grace the stage at Actor's Express for this special engagement!
Keri Hilson to Headline 'Global Winter Wonderland' Grand Opening Event, 11/21
by BWW News Desk - November 18, 2013
Global Winter Wonderland, the spectacular lantern festival and multicultural theme park, will make its Atlanta grand opening debut on Thursday, November 21 at Turner Field's Green Lot. Global Winter Wonderland features giant illuminated lanterns including recreations of some of the world's greatest architectural achievements, such as the Taj Mahal, the Eiffel Tower, Chichen Itza, and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Gaelic Singer Lisa Kelly to be Featured at Masterworks Christmas Concert, 12/8
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2013
Masterworks' annual Christmas gift to Coweta County will include an extra treat this year. Lisa Kelly of Dublin, Ireland, who is a recording artist, singer and actor, will join the Chorale on stage at their December 8, 3:00 pm concert. The Centre Masterworks Youth Chorale will perform at the concert as well. Admission is $10.00 for adults (Masterworks' 10th anniversary price) and $5.00 for children.
Georgia Shakespeare Hosts 2013 'Bard's Bash' Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2013
Georgia Shakespeare has announced the 2013 Bard's Bash, tonight, November 16 at Zoo Atlanta's Ford Pavilion.
N.I.T.W.I.T.S. Take the NTC Stage Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2013
If you haven't seen the N.I.T.W.I.T.S. lately, you should check them out at Newnan Theatre Company tonight, November 16 (8:00 pm, tickets just $5.00).
THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI to Play Theatrical Outfit, Beg. 11/27
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2013
Theatrical Outfit, kicks off the holidays with the triumphant return of THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI, featuring a top-notch cast, some returning, some new to MAGI. Heidi Cline McKerley directs, music direction is by S. Renee Clark, with choreography by Jeff McKerley. Opening night is Saturday, November 30.
Savannah Summer Institute Now Accepting Applications for 2014 Intensive
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2013
The Savannah Summer Theatre Institute, fresh off its highly lauded 2013 production of RENT, welcomes applicants for its unrivaled high school summer theatre intensive.
Fox Theatre to Offer Holiday Tours Throughout December
by BWW News Desk - November 15, 2013
This December 6-29, the Fox Theatre will host magical holiday tours prior to performances of Belk Presents Atlanta Ballet's Nutcracker. The festive holiday tours will feature an exclusive meet and greet with cast members from Atlanta Ballet's Nutcracker, including master illusionist (and America's Got Talent finalist) Drew Thomas, hot cocoa, complimentary family photos with a life-sized nutcracker and, of course, a tour of the fabulous Fox Theatre.
Horizon Theatre Company to Present MADELINE's CHRISTMAS, 12/7-31
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2013
Madeline's Christmas returns to Horizon Theatre Company in Little Five Points this holiday season for the sixth year. A delightful treat for the whole family, Horizon in collaboration with The Atlanta Children's Theatre Company, reprises the delightful musical adaptation of Ludwig Bemelmans' classic book. Based on one of the most popular children's book characters of all time, the production features 24 local girls performing alongside professional actors in two irresistibly adorable casts. Madeline and her friends are sure to enchant audiences of all ages with their holiday adventure filled with laughter, magic, and newfound friends.
MY LIFE ON THE CRAIGSLIST & More Set for Actor's Express' DARK NIGHTS Series
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2013
Actor's Express has three exciting events lined up in the coming weeks as part of the company's Dark Nights Series. Television and internet sensation Jeffery Self returns to the Express on November 22 and 23 for 11pm late night shows. Platinum Championship Wrestling debuts as a Dark Night event on December 4; and Libby Whittemore returns, with Connie Sue Day, for her annual holiday cabaret, running December 13 - 22. One more exciting event is brewing for December 6, so stay tuned for those details, coming very soon....

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