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The Essential Theatre Play Festival to Return to 7Stages Theatre
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2023
After 15 years performing on Atlanta's Westside, Essential Theatre returns to old stomping grounds in Little Five Points this summer June 2023 – The Essential Theatre Play Festival returns this summer with a busier lineup than ever, including the world premiere productions of Matthew Hoffman's The Manuscript and Beverly Austin's The Wishing Place.
Play Me Again Pianos Installs New Public Piano At The Alpharetta Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2023
Play Me Again Pianos, a nonprofit aspiring to make metro Atlanta more musical through 88 public piano installations, will introduce its newest donated piano Saturday, June 24th, at 5:00 p.m. on the Alpharetta Arts Center terrace.
Review: JESUS HOPPED THE 'A' TRAIN is Profoundly Spiritual at Actor's Express
by Obie Outlaw - June 22, 2023
What did our critic think of JESUS HOPPED THE 'A' TRAIN at Actor's Express? JESUS HOPPED at Actor’s Express is an expertly executed, highly spiritual experience that explores some of the “ugliest” truths a person can have with respect and curiosity. It is a powerfully honest story about two poor, abused, and incarcerated men searching for answers.
Actor's Express Presents The Cult Classic Musical HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
Actor's Express continues its 35th anniversary season with the critically acclaimed rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Inch with music and lyrics by Stephen Trask and book by John Cameron Mitchell.
Atlanta's Rialto Center For The Arts Announces 2023-24 Series HOLDING THE LIGHT
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2023
The Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University has announced its 2023-2024 Rialto Series Holding The Light, exploring how the arts inspire hope in challenging times.
Sofi Tukker, Elderbrook & More Set for Imagine Music Festival 2023 Phase Two Lineup
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
Imagine Music Festival, the Southeast's most immersive electronic festival, has revealed the phase two lineup for its 2023 edition returning to Kingston Downs, GA from September 14-17.
Alliance Theatre Names Tinashe Kajese-Bolden and Christopher Moses as New Artistic Directors
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2023
After a national search, the Alliance Theatre Board of Directors has named Tinashe Kajese-Bolden and Christopher Moses as Artistic Directors. 
Photos: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG At The Lawrenceville Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2023
The hilarious, hopeless The Play That Goes Wrong at the Lawrenceville Arts Center is enterting its final weekend. See photos from the production below!
Springer Production Honors Legendary Artists in Conjunction with Citywide Juneteenth Commemoration
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
Columbus is set to come alive with soulful rhythms and hit-making melodies as 'Men of Motown' takes center stage in a spectacular tribute to the music and legacy of Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and other iconic performers. This one-of-a-kind production, presented June 17 and 18 in conjunction with a series of citywide events, will commemorate and celebrate Juneteenth, a significant milestone in African American history. 
2023 Del Shores Foundation Writers Search Winners Revealed
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2023
The Del Shores Foundation has revealed the winners of the second Del Shores Foundation Writers Search from the unproduced plays, screenplays and shorts/web series scripts of LGBTQ+ Southern writers.
THE PROM and PSYCHO BEACH PARTY Lead Out Front Theatre Company's 2023-2024 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2023
Out Front Theatre Company - Georgia's professional, award-winning, and only LGBTQIA+ theatre company, has revealed the lineup for its 2023/24 season. The company's eighth season will feature the homecoming of a beloved musical, impactful Southeastern premieres, and exciting camp comedy fun for all audiences.
Arts Garage To Host A NIGHT OF FUNDRAISING MAGIC With Noah Sonie, July 14
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2023
Marjorie Waldo, President & CEO of Arts Garage, has reminded friends, supporters and fans of diverse art and culture programming that they are all invited to the nonprofit organization's summer fundraiser next month.
SPRING AWAKENING to be Presented at Savannah Stage Company This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
Savannah Stage Company has announced the first production of their 11th Season, Spring Awakening. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!
GLASS HALF FULL to be Presented at the 2023 Atlanta Fringe Festival This Month
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2023
'Glass Half Full,' a new theatrical production about our fragile environment, will be featured at the upcoming 2023 Atlanta Fringe Festival at 11 a.m., 2 p.m., and 5 p.m. on June 10, 2023.
THE PREACHER'S WIFE & More Lead BroadwayWorld Atlanta's Top Picks For June 2023
by BWW Staff - May 31, 2023
Atlanta is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Our top picks for June 2023 include The Preacher's Wife, Hairspray, and more!
Jennie T. Anderson Theatre's THE WILD PARTY Honored With Global Telly Award
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2023
The globally-recognized Telly Awards announced this week The Jennie T. Anderson Theatre's streaming production THE WILD PARTY has been the recipient of a Telly Award for Best Long-Form Entertainment in the record breaking 44th Annual Telly Awards.
Alliance Theatre Announces Return Of THE INCREDIBLE BOOK EATING BOY The Musical
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
Following its sold-out world premiere last summer, the Alliance Theatre has announced the return of THE INCREDIBLE BOOK EATING BOY.
Atlanta Fringe Festival Takes The Stage June 5 - 11
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
Tickets are now on-sale for the 11th Annual Atlanta Fringe Festival, which will take the stage June 5-11 at venues in Little Five Points, East Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward. The 2023 festival roster is set to feature a variety of talented artists – a total of 28 groups from 9 different states and Australia – across an array of genres.
Souls Grown Deep Elects Board Chair Lola C. West
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2023
Souls Grown Deep Foundation and Community Partnership announced that Lola C. West has been elected chair of its Board of Directors. West has served on the board since 2019.
MALICIOUS COMPLIANCE Will Be Performed by Burning Bones Physical Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2023
Burning Bones Physical Theatre presents Malicious Compliance, directed by Frankie Mulinix.
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company to Present Ken Ludwig's SHERWOOD Beginning in June
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2023
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse will present Ken Ludwig's Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood, directed by Andy Houchins. Performances are June 3-July 2, 2023.
HEAD OVER HEELS Comes to the Marietta Theatre Company Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2023
Marietta Theatre Company will present, 'Head Over Heels', a musical comedy with music and lyrics from the catalog of The Go-Go's at the newly formed Alley Stage (11 Anderson Street, Marietta 30060). Jeff Whitty conceived the show and wrote the original book, which was then later adapted by James Magruder.
Cast Revealed For THE 39 STEPS at Savannah Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2023
Savannah Rep has announced full casting for their production of The 39 Steps opening this week.
JESUS HOPPED THE 'A' TRAIN Comes to Actor's Express
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2023
Actor’s Express continues its 35th anniversary season with Jesus Hopped the ‘A’ Train  by Pulitzer Prize-winning American playwright Stephen Adly Guirgis.
Jennie T. Anderson Theatre Reconceptualizes Andrew Lippa's JOHN & JEN
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2023
Cobb PARKS and the award-winning Jennie T. Anderson Theatre are turning the 1995 musical, JOHN & JEN, on its head. Typically staged with only two actors and a small band of three musicians, this streaming production will feature seven performers and an expanded orchestra of seven musicians.

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