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The Springer Presents A Fresh New Take On A Heartwarming Classic Play STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
The Springer Opera House presents the heart-warming Southern classic, Steel Magnolias, from April 29 through May 15 on the Springer's main stage. Infused with heart and humor, Steel Magnolias is a beloved story of the enduring friendship of six eccentric small-town women who gather weekly at Truvy's Beauty Spot. They prove they are made of steel as they share their hopes, dreams, and tragedies.
IN THE HEIGHTS, ANYTHING GOES & More Announced for City Springs Theatre Company 2022-2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
City Springs Theatre Company, Atlanta’s home for professional musical theatre, has announced its 2022-23 PNC Bank Season, featuring four crowd favorites, including three Best Musical Tony® Award winners, and a 2-time winner of Tony® Awards for Best Revival!
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Comes to The Springer
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2022
The Springer Opera House presents the heart-warming Southern classic, Steel Magnolias, from April 29 through May 15 on the Springer's main stage. Infused with heart and humor, Steel Magnolias is a beloved story of the enduring friendship of six eccentric small-town women who gather weekly at Truvy's Beauty Spot. They prove they are made of steel as they share their hopes, dreams, and tragedies.  
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For Alliance Theatre's TRADING PLACES
by Alan Henry - April 27, 2022
The Alliance Theatre will present the world premiere of TRADING PLACES. Inspired by the iconic and beloved 1983 Paramount Pictures film, TRADING PLACES is a hilarious and contemporary musical reimagining of the prince and pauper fable. Billie Rae Valentine, a savvy hustler down on her luck, and Louis Winthorpe III, a minted commodities-trading firm director, have their lives deliberately switched by the devious Duke brothers to settle a petty bet in an outrageous debate of nature versus nurture.
ArtsBridge Foundation Announces 2022 Shuler Awards Winners
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
In a special broadcast with partner Georgia Public Broadcasting, ArtsBridge Foundation tonight announced the winners of the 14th Annual Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards during 'Shuler Awards 2022,' a live co-production that aired statewide.
THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Comes to Shakespeare Tavern in May
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2022
The lecherous Sir John Falstaff sets his sights on the wives of Windsor, leading to a side splitting evening filled with mischief, schemes, a buck basket, a forest full of fairies and one huge pair of …horns.
Bard Music Festival Explores Life and Times of One of Last Great Romantics in RACHMANINOFF & HIS WORLD, August 5–14
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
The Bard Music Festival returns for its 32nd season this August, with an intensive two-week exploration of “Rachmaninoff and His World.” In twelve themed concert programs, Bard examines Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873–1943), perhaps the last great exponent of Russian Romanticism, who nevertheless embodied many contradictions.
Found Stages and Hush Harbor Lab Present CASSIE'S BALLAD By Addae Moon
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2022
Found Stages, in partnership with Hush Harbor Lab, presents the world premiere production of Cassie's Ballad, written by Addae Moon and directed by Lydia Fort, at the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance (WAWA).
The Springer Theatre For The Very Young Series Presents APRIL SHOWERS
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2022
The Springer Theatre for the Very Young production of April Showers opens April 23 and runs through May 1 at the Springer Opera House. The series produces developmentally appropriate, immersive, and educational theatrical shows for children ages zero through 5 years and their caregivers. 
Horizon Theatre Company Presents The Atlanta Premiere Of ROE By Lisa Loomer
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2022
ROE reflects the red-hot debate over Roe vs. Wade through the personal journeys of Norma McCorvey (“Jane Roe”) and Sarah Weddington, the lawyer who argued the landmark case at the Supreme Court. Conceived in a pizza parlor and argued in the highest court in the land, the 1973 decision legalized abortion—and it is again front and center this summer as it faces another review in the Supreme Court. 
Woodruff Educator Conference Announced For June
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2022
Presented by the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum of Art, the Woodruff Arts Center Educator Conference: Rejuvenate, Recenter, Reimagine will take place June 2-3, 2022. This year's conference returns with both in-person and virtual options.
HBCU's Step Culture Celebrated At Atlanta Greek Picnic Presented By Toyota
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2022
Toyota has partnered with Atlanta Greek Picnic, now in it's 18th year, celebrating the rich tradition and history of 'Step Culture' that exists at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. AGP takes place over a five day event hosted at Morris Brown College in Atlanta, GA from June 8-12, 2022.
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater to Present YELLOWSTONEZARK at Petite Violette
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Murder mystery dinner theater is currently enjoying its second popular run at Petite Violette this year, with the show Yellowstonezark. In addition to a new plot and cast of characters, this show boasts a new menu. The menu still offers a starter salad and decadent dessert, but there are all new entrees: Bison Chopped Steak, Sweet Bourbon Glazed Salmon, Chicken Piccata, Southwestern Black Bean & Corn Rice Bowl and Grilled Beef Medallions.
THE COLOR PURPLE Comes To City Springs Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
City Springs Theatre Company, Atlanta's home for professional musical theatre, presents The Color Purple as part of its 2021-22 PNC Bank Season. Directed by Kamilah Long, this musical about love plays May 6 - 22, 2022 in the Byers Theatre at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs). The Color Purple is included in current subscriber season packages. Tickets are $40-$100, with discounts for seniors, students, groups, and active and retired military personnel. Visit www.CitySpringsTheatre.com or call 404-477-4365 for more information.
World Premiere of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS and More Set For Alliance Theatre's 2022/23 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
The Alliance Theatre has announced the productions in its 54th season.  The new season will feature nine productions including four world premieres on its two stages, The Coca-Cola Stage and Hertz Stage. 
Origami-inspired Metal Sculptures Come to Atlanta Botanical Garden in May
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
The delicate nature of folded paper meets the massive stature of metal sculpture during Origami in the Garden May 7 – October 16 at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Atlanta Fringe Festival Returns With Live Performances in May
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2022
Ten years after its founding, the Atlanta Fringe Festival's latest installment will be its biggest and most ambitious outing yet, with 20 performance groups from around the country putting up live theatre, dance, puppetry, comedy, storytelling and more across five venues throughout four jam-packed days.
Photos: First Look at WOLF AT THE END OF THE BLOCK
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2022
This brilliant new triller is filled with grit and suspense & is guaranteed to have you leaving the theatre buzzing. The Wolf at the End of the Block will run at Balzer Theater at Herren's in the heart of Downtown Atlanta through April 24, 2022.
Homeschoolers Set To Take The Stage For A Production Of LES MISERABLES
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2022
The Homeschool Players Have been hard at work to put the show Les Miserables on stage. The Production of Les Mis, begun in 2019, when Monique McCord Started a theatre program to bring quality musicals to the homeschool community. Although many theatre programs accept homeschoolers, not many were created for homeschooled students.
BWW Review: INTIMATE APPAREL is Delightfully Shocking at Actor's Express
by Obie Outlaw - April 11, 2022
Dark black curtains close in around a tight stage – the audience sits together in one section facing three separate beds neatly spaced out and decorated thoughtfully to indicate three separate playing spaces. The lighting is low and hugs you and your fellow audience members even closer to the playing space. The ambiance is delightfully intimate. 
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse Stages THE COUNTRY WIFE
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2022
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse is set to present William Wycherley’s Restoration comedy, The Country Wife from April 16th through May 1, 2022. Tickets for the production, which is directed by John Ammerman, are $15 for the General Admission preview on Thursday, April 14th, and $20 for the General Admission preview on Friday, April 15th.
BWW Review: World Premiere Musical THE PRETTY PANTS BANDIT is “Front Page News” at GET
by Caroline Powell - April 05, 2022
Atlanta’s own Chase Peacock and Jessica De Maria have brought the story of the infamous 'Pretty Pants Bandit' Marie Baker to life in their world premiere musical, currently on stage with the Georgia Ensemble Theatre at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center.
Marietta Theatre Company Presents LOVE IS A MANY SPLINTERED THING
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2022
Marietta Theatre Company will bring the Marcic and Battle smash hit, Love is a Many Splintered Thing, to their stage beginning April 15.
The Shakespeare Tavern® Hosts the Premiere Production of THE WAKE, A New Play With Old Irish Songs in May
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2022
Vynnie Meli always wanted to go to an Irish wake, so she wrote one. With traditional Irish drinking songs along with Scott DePoy’s beautifully authentic music, the brilliant actor/musicians make this show a happy homage to the joyous spirit and camaraderie of the Irish. It’ll take you on some surprising and surprisingly poignant turns. 
High Museum to Present STEPHEN BURKS: SHELTER IN PLACE
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Debuting this fall at the High Museum of Art, 'Stephen Burks: Shelter in Place' (Sept. 16, 2022-March 5, 2023) will survey the last 10 years of Burks’ dynamic practice, which combines globally sourced handcraft with industrial design.

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