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Alliance Theatre Names Lawrence Bennett The New Director Of Production
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2021
After conducting a thorough national search, the Alliance Theatre is pleased to announce that Lawrence Bennett has been chosen as the new Director of Production for the Alliance Theatre, beginning July 19, 2021.  Bennett brings to his new role 15 years of production management and technical direction experience in a variety of company leadership positions. 
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Alliance Theater's SCREENSHOT - Now Streaming!
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
SCREENSHOT is a digital play about two fifteen year old girls navigating their personal worlds through the lens of social media. Get a first look at the production!
BWW Review: DATA at Alliance Theatre
by Amy Zipperer - May 13, 2021
DATA, the winner of this year’s Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition is available to stream on demand or to experience as a live virtual event through the Alliance Theatre Anywhere Series at Alliance Theatre this month.
Changüí Majadero Brings Afro-Cuban Style to Woodstock, May 15
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2021
On May 15th, Afro-Cuban Band Changüí Majadero will perform as part of Elm Street Cultural Arts Village's Lantern Series. The infectiously danceable LA-based band Changüí Majadero has distinguished itself with a modern take on the musical tradition of changüí, the 19th century foundation of contemporary salsa informed by African influences.
BWW Recap: Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company Partners with Atlanta Opera in CONCERT FOR UNITY
by Sally Henry Fuller - May 11, 2021
This weekend, The Atlanta Opera and Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre Company joined forces to present their Concert for Unity, a celebration of Atlanta’s diversity through music.
VIDEO: Check Out an All New Trailer For WORKING: A MUSICAL, Now Playing at Alliance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
Working: A Musical is now playing Under the Tent at Alliance Theatre, running through May 30, 2021.
VIDEO: Watch An All New Trailer For DATA, Now Streaming From Alliance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2021
The 17th competition winner, DATA is a fast-paced thriller that looks behind the closed doors of Silicon Valley. DATA is written by Matthew Libby and the virtual production is directed by Susan V. Booth.
Photo Flash: First Look at MAMMA MIA! at City Springs Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - May 08, 2021
MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it's your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ABBA's greatest hits, including 'Dancing Queen,' 'S.O.S.,' 'Super Trouper,' 'Take A Chance on Me' and 'The Winner Takes It All,' with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship.
Winners Announced for 14th Annual AUGUST WILSON MONOLOGUE COMPETITION
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2021
Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre Company announced winners of its 14th Annual August Wilson Monologue Competition National Finals,  held virtually on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 7pm ET. The first place winner was Taloria Merricks from Atlanta; second place, Taylor Jackson from Atlanta; and third place, Tyla Uzo from Los Angeles.
Photos & Video: First Look at MAMMA MIA! at City Spring's Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2021
Mamma Mia is running May 7- May 9 at City Spring's Theatre Company! Now it's your turn to have the time of your life at this smash–hit musical that combines ABBA's greatest hits, including 'Dancing Queen,' 'S.O.S.,' 'Super Trouper,' 'Take A Chance on Me' and 'The Winner Takes It All'.
Actor's Express Announces 2021 Virtual Threshold New Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2021
Actor’s Express is bringing back the Virtual Threshold New Play Festival, a festival of new play readings May 16, May 23, and June 13, 2021. The Threshold New Play Festival focuses on mostly Atlanta and Georgia-based writers who are also making a mark on the national scene.
Elm Street Announces Grand Opening of the Reeves House Next Week
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2021
 Elm Street Cultural Arts Village in Downtown Woodstock will officially open the doors to the Reeves House Visual Arts Center on Friday, May 14th as part of the Grand Opening Weekend.
Southern Theatre Artist Collective Presents Reflections On The Pandemic In New Show
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2021
What's the best way to get through the pandemic? We Reckon: A Southern Chronicle believes it's be telling your story about it, which they will show at their online production May 14, 2021 at 7:00pm.
UNPLUG BROADWAY Heads To Cobb Parks
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
Cobb County PARKS has kicked off their 2021 Drive-In Concert Series and the second performance is on the horizon. On May 15th, for two performances, UNPLUG BROADWAY hits the drive-in stage at the Cobb Civic Center parking lot.
Richard Justice Tribute Event Will Be Held at the Imperial Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
A community tribute to local performing arts fixture and activist Richard Justice will be held on Saturday, May 22nd at 2pm at the Imperial Theatre in Augusta.
Junior American Traditions Vocal Competition Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2021
Yesterday, the American Traditions Vocal Competition celebrated the vocal talent of Savannah's youth with its second annual Junior ATC.
Imperial Theatre Will Stream FROM MOZART TO MOTOWN This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2021
The Imperial Theatre will present a special limited broadcast of From Mozart to Motown this weekend.
BARD SUMMERSCAPE Is Back with Adventurous Lineup of Live Performances in New York's Hudson Valley
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2021
Bard SummerScape returns to live performance with a wide-ranging and adventurous lineup this summer. Staged for limited in-person audiences, the 2021 season presents the 31st Bard Music Festival, “Nadia Boulanger and Her World,” which pays tribute to one of the most important female figures in classical music history.
Savannah VOICE Festival Announces Return to Live Events
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2021
Savannah VOICE Festival has announced a return to live events, outside, masked and socially distanced in line with local and CDC guidelines, on May 13 and May 16, 2021. On Thursday, May 13 at 7 p.m., artist Lauren Jelencovich will present a 60-minute concert of opera classics, Broadway favorites and popular hits.
Alliance Presents Virtual TODDLER TAKEOVER Arts Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
The Alliance Theatre has announced the 2021 Toddler Takeover & Pre-K Playfest as a virtual streaming experience May 10 – 16, 2021. 
'Really Free: The Radical Art of Nellie Mae Rowe' to be Presented at the High Museum of Art
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2021
This fall, the High Museum of Art will present 'Really Free: The Radical Art of Nellie Mae Rowe' (Sept. 3, 2021-Jan. 9, 2022), featuring nearly 60 works drawn from the Museum’s folk and self-taught art collection, which has the largest public holdings of Rowe’s art.
Jennie T. Anderson Theatre Restarts With ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2021
The first streaming concert of the season, Once on This Island, will air April 29-May 2. Filmed nearly back-to-back, the second concert, Nine, will be available for streaming June 3-6. Chess, Sunday in the Park with George, and White Christmas fills out the remainder of the season and will perform live with limited seating at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre.
American Traditions Vocal Competition Continues Community Outreach By Hosting Junior ATC Finals And Virtual School Programs
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2021
The American Traditions Vocal Competition is continuing its work with the youth of Savannah with the second annual Junior ATC finals and undertaking a series of virtual arts programs with local public schools.
ArtsBridge Foundation Announces Nominees For 2021 Shuler Awards
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2021
In a special online presentation, ArtsBridge Foundation today announced the nominees for the 13th Annual Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards, with winners to be unveiled in a virtual awards event on May 20.
AIN'T TOO PROUD, HAMILTON, FROZEN, MEAN GIRLS Tours & More Announced As Part Of Broadway In Atlanta Season
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2021
Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta has announced that Broadway performances are scheduled to recommence at the Fox Theatre in August 2021, featuring the anticipated return of HAMILTON. Also slated for the upcoming 40th Anniversary season are FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, TOOTSIE, AIN’T TOO PROUD – THE STORY OF THE TEMPTATIONS and more.

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