Tony Winner Melba Moore to Star in GOOD GOD A'MIGHTY! at 14th Street Playhouse, 2/14-24
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2013
'I'm delighted to bring the hit comedy play Good God A'Mighty! to Atlanta for a special two-week engagement,' states playwright Lolita Snipes. 'It's my Valentine's gift to the city. Starring Tony Award winning actress and legendary singer Melba Moore, this electrifying comedy will give audiences a behind-the-scenes look inside an African-American church in the midst of change. Featured in the cast of memorable characters are nationally known comedians Just June and Dante Carter. Make plans to bring your family and friends to join us at the intimate 14th Street Playhouse from February 14-24.'
by BWW News Desk - January 12, 2013
'I'm delighted to bring the hit comedy play Good God A'Mighty! to Atlanta for a special two-week engagement,' states playwright Lolita Snipes. 'It's my Valentine's gift to the city. Starring Tony Award winning actress and legendary singer Melba Moore, this electrifying comedy will give audiences a behind-the-scenes look inside an African-American church in the midst of change. Featured in the cast of memorable characters are nationally known comedians Just June and Dante Carter. Make plans to bring your family and friends to join us at the intimate 14th Street Playhouse from February 14-24.'
THE WAFFLE PALACE Returns to Horizon Theatre, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
After a sold-out world premiere production last summer, Larry Larson and Eddie Levi Lee's The Waffle Palace: Smothered, Covered and Scattered 24/7/365 returns to Horizon Theatre for an open run starting tonight, January 11, 2013. ArtsATL praised the show as "an easy-to-eat mixture of the funny, familiar, corny, nostalgic, and odd," perfect for theatre-goers and Waffle House regulars alike.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2013
After a sold-out world premiere production last summer, Larry Larson and Eddie Levi Lee's The Waffle Palace: Smothered, Covered and Scattered 24/7/365 returns to Horizon Theatre for an open run starting tonight, January 11, 2013. ArtsATL praised the show as "an easy-to-eat mixture of the funny, familiar, corny, nostalgic, and odd," perfect for theatre-goers and Waffle House regulars alike.
Aurora Children's Playhouse Announces Early 2013 Events
by Kelsey Denette - January 10, 2013
Aurora Theatre assembles the best children's performers in the region, bringing them to Gwinnett County for the series Aurora Children's Playhouse. This winter will feature a great children's musical, a master puppeteer with a classic tale and a bilingual premiere of a beloved Atlanta tradition. During the colder months parents are often looking for exciting indoor activities for the family and Aurora Children's Playhouse provides three amazing performances for families with young children.
by Kelsey Denette - January 10, 2013
Aurora Theatre assembles the best children's performers in the region, bringing them to Gwinnett County for the series Aurora Children's Playhouse. This winter will feature a great children's musical, a master puppeteer with a classic tale and a bilingual premiere of a beloved Atlanta tradition. During the colder months parents are often looking for exciting indoor activities for the family and Aurora Children's Playhouse provides three amazing performances for families with young children.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre Continues 20th Anniversary Celebration with Premiere of SWELL PARTY, Now thru 1/27
by Emily Stubbs - January 10, 2013
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, will continue its 2012-2013 20th anniversary season-long celebration with the world premiere, Swell Partyby award-winning playwright Topher Payne, directed by Shannon Eubanks, running tonight, January 10-27, 2013, at the Theatre's home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA.
by Emily Stubbs - January 10, 2013
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, will continue its 2012-2013 20th anniversary season-long celebration with the world premiere, Swell Partyby award-winning playwright Topher Payne, directed by Shannon Eubanks, running tonight, January 10-27, 2013, at the Theatre's home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA.
TV: Interviews with Jonida Beqo of HARABEL
by Nicole Rosky - January 09, 2013
Theatrical Outfit presents The World Premiere of Harabel by international award-winning slam poet and performance artist, Gypsee Yo this coming weekend, Friday & Saturday, January 11 and 12 at 7:30pm. BroadwayWorld has a series of videos from a recent interview with Jonida Beqo about the show. Check it out below!
by Nicole Rosky - January 09, 2013
Theatrical Outfit presents The World Premiere of Harabel by international award-winning slam poet and performance artist, Gypsee Yo this coming weekend, Friday & Saturday, January 11 and 12 at 7:30pm. BroadwayWorld has a series of videos from a recent interview with Jonida Beqo about the show. Check it out below!
SISTER ACT Comes to Atlanta, 4/23-28
by Kelsey Denette - January 09, 2013
SISTER ACT, the family friendly, over the top spectacle with nuns that rock, plays at the Fox Theatre from April 23-28 for a limited engagement to close the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2012-13 season.
by Kelsey Denette - January 09, 2013
SISTER ACT, the family friendly, over the top spectacle with nuns that rock, plays at the Fox Theatre from April 23-28 for a limited engagement to close the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2012-13 season.
BWW Interviews: Russell Rinker of BLUE MAN GROUP at Atlanta's Fox Theatre, January 15 - 20
by Joseph Harrison - January 09, 2013
If you have heard of Blue Man Group or experienced one of their previous productions or tours, you know how unique and exciting their world famous productions can be. Filled with experiences that defy categorization, Blue Man Group is best known for multi-media performances that feature three bald and blue characters who take the audience on a journey that is funny, intelligent and visually stunning. When the tour returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre January 15 - 20 after a highly successful visit in 2011, Atlanta audiences will have another chance to experience the Blue phenomenon. Featuring classic moments and brand new content, Blue Man Group is sure to please. The "Blue Men" are usually men of few (or more accurately, no) words, but I got one of them, Russell Rinker, a veteran Blue Man, to speak long enough to tell me a little about himself, this exciting new production and why audiences of all ages are in for a real treat.
by Joseph Harrison - January 09, 2013
If you have heard of Blue Man Group or experienced one of their previous productions or tours, you know how unique and exciting their world famous productions can be. Filled with experiences that defy categorization, Blue Man Group is best known for multi-media performances that feature three bald and blue characters who take the audience on a journey that is funny, intelligent and visually stunning. When the tour returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre January 15 - 20 after a highly successful visit in 2011, Atlanta audiences will have another chance to experience the Blue phenomenon. Featuring classic moments and brand new content, Blue Man Group is sure to please. The "Blue Men" are usually men of few (or more accurately, no) words, but I got one of them, Russell Rinker, a veteran Blue Man, to speak long enough to tell me a little about himself, this exciting new production and why audiences of all ages are in for a real treat.
Alliance Theatre Receives Grant from Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2013
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded a grant to the Alliance Theatre to create a three-year Playwright In Residence staff position. Designed to advance the role of playwrights in American theatre, the goals of the residencies include providing playwrights with space, time and resources; and positively influencing the working environment of theatres by embedding playwrights on their staffs.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2013
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded a grant to the Alliance Theatre to create a three-year Playwright In Residence staff position. Designed to advance the role of playwrights in American theatre, the goals of the residencies include providing playwrights with space, time and resources; and positively influencing the working environment of theatres by embedding playwrights on their staffs.
Photo Flash: First Look at Georgia Ensemble Theatre's SWELL PARTY
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2013
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, will continue its 2012-2013 20th anniversary season-long celebration with the world premiere, Swell Party by award-winning playwright Topher Payne, directed by Shannon Eubanks, running January 10-27, 2013, at the Theatre's home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, Ga. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the actors onstage in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2013
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton's only professional theatre company, will continue its 2012-2013 20th anniversary season-long celebration with the world premiere, Swell Party by award-winning playwright Topher Payne, directed by Shannon Eubanks, running January 10-27, 2013, at the Theatre's home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, Ga. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the actors onstage in the photos below!
Yefim Bronfman Performs Feb. 2 at Schwartz Center
by Kelsey Denette - January 07, 2013
Widely regarded as one of the most talented virtuoso pianists performing today, Yefim Bronfman performs at Emory's Schwartz Center for Performing Arts on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. In this solo recital, Bronfman will perform Arabeske in C Major, op. 18 by Robert Schumann; Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, op. 5 by Johannes Brahms; Sergey Prokofiev's Sonata No. 8 in B-flat Major, op. 84; and Sisar (New Work) by Esa-Pekka Salonen.
by Kelsey Denette - January 07, 2013
Widely regarded as one of the most talented virtuoso pianists performing today, Yefim Bronfman performs at Emory's Schwartz Center for Performing Arts on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. In this solo recital, Bronfman will perform Arabeske in C Major, op. 18 by Robert Schumann; Sonata No. 3 in F Minor, op. 5 by Johannes Brahms; Sergey Prokofiev's Sonata No. 8 in B-flat Major, op. 84; and Sisar (New Work) by Esa-Pekka Salonen.
Local Indie Film 'No Soliciting' Extends at The Plaza Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - January 07, 2013
After a SOLD OUT premiere on January 3rd, 'NO Soliciting' is now extended January 18th-24th (7:30pm) at Atlanta's historic Plaza Theater.
by Kelsey Denette - January 07, 2013
After a SOLD OUT premiere on January 3rd, 'NO Soliciting' is now extended January 18th-24th (7:30pm) at Atlanta's historic Plaza Theater.
NEWSIES' Kara Lindsay, Andrew Keenan-Bolger, Composer Alan Menken and More Set for 2013 Junior Theater Festival in Atlanta
by Kelsey Denette - January 07, 2013
Oscar and Tony Award-winning composer Alan Menken, director Jeff Calhoun and producer Thomas Schumacher will join Kara Lindsay, Andrew Keenan-Bolger and Mike Faist, stars of the Tony award-winning Broadway musical, Newsies, for a special presentation to 4,000 students and teachers representing 82 groups from 23 states at the 2013 Junior Theater Festival, it was announced today by Theater of the Stars President Nick Manos and Timothy Allen McDonald, founding Chairman of iTheatrics. The Junior Theater Festival is being held January 18, 19 and 20 at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta.
by Kelsey Denette - January 07, 2013
Oscar and Tony Award-winning composer Alan Menken, director Jeff Calhoun and producer Thomas Schumacher will join Kara Lindsay, Andrew Keenan-Bolger and Mike Faist, stars of the Tony award-winning Broadway musical, Newsies, for a special presentation to 4,000 students and teachers representing 82 groups from 23 states at the 2013 Junior Theater Festival, it was announced today by Theater of the Stars President Nick Manos and Timothy Allen McDonald, founding Chairman of iTheatrics. The Junior Theater Festival is being held January 18, 19 and 20 at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta.
Atlanta Fringe Festival Submission Deadline Set for 1/15
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
The deadline approaches for submission to second annual edition of The Atlanta Fringe Festival,running June 5-9, 2013, at locations throughout downtown and East Atlanta. Artists interested in participating in the Fringe Festival or Fringe Radio have until Tuesday, January 15 to send in their proposals via the AFF website:www.atlantafringe.org. Applications for the Fringe Festival are $25, with productions selected randomly via lottery. Applications for Fringe Radio are $15, with 25 slots available on a first come, first served basis.
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
The deadline approaches for submission to second annual edition of The Atlanta Fringe Festival,running June 5-9, 2013, at locations throughout downtown and East Atlanta. Artists interested in participating in the Fringe Festival or Fringe Radio have until Tuesday, January 15 to send in their proposals via the AFF website:www.atlantafringe.org. Applications for the Fringe Festival are $25, with productions selected randomly via lottery. Applications for Fringe Radio are $15, with 25 slots available on a first come, first served basis.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Annual Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Set for 4/4
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
Music Director Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will perform its annual tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at 8:00 p.m., in Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center. The concert will feature two world premieres: a new work by jazz pianist Marcus Roberts; and Everything Lasts Forever by composer and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra bassist Michael Kurth.
by Kelsey Denette - January 04, 2013
Music Director Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will perform its annual tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at 8:00 p.m., in Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center. The concert will feature two world premieres: a new work by jazz pianist Marcus Roberts; and Everything Lasts Forever by composer and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra bassist Michael Kurth.
THE TEMPEST Opens at New American Shakespeare Tavern Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2013
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The New American Shakespeare Tavern presents The Tempest, directed by Laura Cole, tonight, January 4-27, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2013
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The New American Shakespeare Tavern presents The Tempest, directed by Laura Cole, tonight, January 4-27, 2013.
THE WORLD IS MY HOME - THE LIFE OF PAUL ROBESON Set for Academy Theatre, Now thru 1/6
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2013
The World is my Home - The Life of Paul Robeson, starring Stogie Kenyatta, is the number one multicultural, black history, solo show on the American and Caribbean Educational Circuit, and the favorite on the topic of diversity and social justice. Paul Robeson said during World War 2 'Nations may go to war, but it is Arts & Culture that unites us.'
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2013
The World is my Home - The Life of Paul Robeson, starring Stogie Kenyatta, is the number one multicultural, black history, solo show on the American and Caribbean Educational Circuit, and the favorite on the topic of diversity and social justice. Paul Robeson said during World War 2 'Nations may go to war, but it is Arts & Culture that unites us.'
Alliance Theatre and Anti-Defamation League to Host Reading of DEAR DR. KING, 1/21
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2013
The Alliance Theatre, in partnership with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), presents a free reading of Dear Dr. King, an original script written by Pearl Cleage in collaboration with high school Collision Project students. Created out of the Alliance Theatre Collision Project and inspired by the classic film It's a Wonderful Life, this provocative piece uses the unique voice of teenagers to explore issues of legacy and the power that each individual life can play in effecting social change. The performances are part of the ADL's annual No Place For Hate Summit, which will take place on Monday, January 21, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2013
The Alliance Theatre, in partnership with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), presents a free reading of Dear Dr. King, an original script written by Pearl Cleage in collaboration with high school Collision Project students. Created out of the Alliance Theatre Collision Project and inspired by the classic film It's a Wonderful Life, this provocative piece uses the unique voice of teenagers to explore issues of legacy and the power that each individual life can play in effecting social change. The performances are part of the ADL's annual No Place For Hate Summit, which will take place on Monday, January 21, 2013.
LET'S MAKE IT World Premiere to Begin at Pinch 'N' Ouch Theatre, 2/7
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2013
Let's Make It by Grant McGowen will make its world premiere at Pinch 'N' Ouch Theatre, February 15 - March 2, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2013
Let's Make It by Grant McGowen will make its world premiere at Pinch 'N' Ouch Theatre, February 15 - March 2, 2013.
Aurora Theatre Funny Fridays Welcomes Back BlackTop Improv Group, 1/18 & 19
by Kelsey Denette - January 03, 2013
Aurora Theatre's Funny Fridays welcomes back the most popular comedy act in its six year history when the hilarious BlackTop Improv Group performs on January 18-19 at 7:15 & 9:15 PM. This January also marks the one year anniversary of comedienne Debra Cole as the host of the wildly popular club comedy series. This season Aurora Theatre expanded the Funny Fridays schedule with the introduction of Funny Fridays: Saturday Edition. This is an event not to be missed by anyone who appreciates live comedy.
by Kelsey Denette - January 03, 2013
Aurora Theatre's Funny Fridays welcomes back the most popular comedy act in its six year history when the hilarious BlackTop Improv Group performs on January 18-19 at 7:15 & 9:15 PM. This January also marks the one year anniversary of comedienne Debra Cole as the host of the wildly popular club comedy series. This season Aurora Theatre expanded the Funny Fridays schedule with the introduction of Funny Fridays: Saturday Edition. This is an event not to be missed by anyone who appreciates live comedy.
Working Title Playwrights to Present FUGITIVE:EROS Reading, 1/14
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2013
On Monday, January 14 at 7:30 PM, Working Title Playwrights will present fugitive:EROS by Theroun D'arcy Patterson, as a WTP On-Demand Reading.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2013
On Monday, January 14 at 7:30 PM, Working Title Playwrights will present fugitive:EROS by Theroun D'arcy Patterson, as a WTP On-Demand Reading.
CABARET Extended at Next Stage Theatre thru Jan 5
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2013
Wilkommen to two more performances! The Kander & Ebb musical, 'Cabaret', extends for two more performances at Next Stage Theatre Company, January 4 and 5.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2013
Wilkommen to two more performances! The Kander & Ebb musical, 'Cabaret', extends for two more performances at Next Stage Theatre Company, January 4 and 5.
BIKE AMERICA Wins Alliance National Graduate Playwriting Competition; Runs 2/1-24
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2013
The Alliance 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. BIKE AMERICA, the ninth competition winner, will premiere on the Hertz Stage February 1 - 24, 2013. Opening night is February 6, 2013. BIKE AMERICA is written by Mike Lew from the Juilliard Drama Division and will be directed by Mortiz von Stuelpnagel.
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2013
The Alliance 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. BIKE AMERICA, the ninth competition winner, will premiere on the Hertz Stage February 1 - 24, 2013. Opening night is February 6, 2013. BIKE AMERICA is written by Mike Lew from the Juilliard Drama Division and will be directed by Mortiz von Stuelpnagel.
Violinist Vilde Frang Makes ASO Debut, 1/31
by Kelsey Denette - January 02, 2013
All single tickets for the 2012-2013 season are available online at atlantasymphony.org, or by calling 404.733.5000. Tickets may also be purchased at the Woodruff Arts Center Box Office, located in the Woodruff Arts Center at 15th and Peachtree Streets. Box office hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
by Kelsey Denette - January 02, 2013
All single tickets for the 2012-2013 season are available online at atlantasymphony.org, or by calling 404.733.5000. Tickets may also be purchased at the Woodruff Arts Center Box Office, located in the Woodruff Arts Center at 15th and Peachtree Streets. Box office hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.; Saturday 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
BOB to Continue Aurora Theatre's 17th Season, 1/17-2/10
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2012
Aurora Theatre continues its 17th season with a new play that will have you laughing in the New Year. Bob, by American playwright Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, opens January 17 and continues through Feb 10, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2012
Aurora Theatre continues its 17th season with a new play that will have you laughing in the New Year. Bob, by American playwright Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, opens January 17 and continues through Feb 10, 2013.
Pinch ‘n' Ouch Theatre Opens LET'S MAKE IT, 2/14
by Kelsey Denette - December 31, 2012
Pinch 'n' Ouch Theatre, one of Atlanta's most stimulating new theatre companies, will present the world premiere of "Let's Make It", a romantic drama by Atlanta notable Grant McGowen.
by Kelsey Denette - December 31, 2012
Pinch 'n' Ouch Theatre, one of Atlanta's most stimulating new theatre companies, will present the world premiere of "Let's Make It", a romantic drama by Atlanta notable Grant McGowen.
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