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BWW Review: BEAUTIFUL BLACKBIRD LIVE Delivers Sunshine and Free Wings
by Obie Outlaw - April 16, 2021
The world can feel oppressively cloudy sometimes, but bright spots that celebrate who people are without prejudice or shame can always be found. And if you're willing to sit in an outdoor tent on a rainy Saturday morning like I am, then you’re in for a lot of sunshine at Alliance Theatre’s BEAUTIFUL BLACKBIRD LIVE.
Summer Camp Highlights: City Springs Theatre, Alliance Theatre, GA Ensemble, and Aurora Theatre Offer Theatre Camps for All Ages
by Amy Zipperer - April 14, 2021
Summer is looking pretty bright this year.  And we’re not even talking about the reemergence of the reliable Georgia summer sun.  We’re talking about the real patrons in the stadium seats. We’re talking about live summer concerts with our favorite sweaty koozies.  And we’re talking about the highly anticipated return of another fun summer staple:  theatre camp!
Synchronicity Theatre Announces Schedule Change To THE BLUEST EYE
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2021
Synchronicity Theatre's bold voices series production of The Bluest Eye will now run from September 24 through October 17, 2021.  The production is moving from its original dates in June 2021, due to the ongoing public health situation with COVID-19.
Savannah Philharmonic To Perform Family Friendly Concert in June
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2021
The Savannah Philharmonic will be closing its 2020/21 season in style with an outdoor pops concert on Father's Day.
Alliance Presents DATA, Winner Of National Playwriting Competition
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition continues to spotlight the best emerging playwrights with a virtual production of this year's winning play DATA and virtual readings of the four finalist plays.  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.     
Night 2 of THE BARD'S BIRTHDAY BASH Celebrates Shakespeare's Influence with Artists & Authors
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
HarkJournal.com founder Michael Van Osch, and author of the new book Teaching HAMLET As My Father Died, Erica Cantley, will host the second of three zoom events that bring together a diverse group of accomplished artists, authors, and entrepreneurs who have been inspired by William Shakespeare's work, in one way or another, to bring their own creativity to life.
Savannah VOICE Festival Announces Virtual April Events In Collaboration With Community Partners
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
Savannah VOICE Festival announces three virtual events taking place April 20-22, 2021 in collaboration with community partners. 
DATA, Winner of The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition to be Presented in May
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition will continue to spotlight the best emerging playwrights with a virtual production of this year’s winning play DATA and virtual readings of the four finalist plays.  The 17th competition winner, DATA is a fast-paced thriller that looks behind the closed doors of Silicon Valley. 
THE THREEPENNY CARMEN Comes to Atlanta Opera
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2021
Next Thursday, April 15, sees the launch of The Atlanta Opera’s live, in-person spring season, highlighted by the world premiere productions of new adaptations of two iconic operas, both deconstructed for our challenging times by General & Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun.
Atlanta Collectors Harvie And Charles Abney Give Works By Southern Self-Taught Artists To High Museum Of Art
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
The High Museum of Art continues to expand its unparalleled collection of American self-taught art with a gift of 47 works by Southern self-taught artists from Atlanta collectors Harvie and Charles (“Chuck”) Abney.
Atlanta Film Festival Holds 11th Annual Creative Conference
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2021
The Atlanta Film Festival will host its 11th annual Creative Conference, ATLFF's educational programming, as part of the 45th annual festival from April 22 - May 2, 2021. The conference will feature three headlining Masterclasses, and dozens of one-on-one conversations and roundtables featuring some of the most well-respected names in the entertainment industry from around the country.
45th Annual Atlanta Film Festival to Begin April 22
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2021
The 45th annual Atlanta Film Festival + Creative Conference will take place Thursday, April 22 through Sunday, May 2, 2021. 200+ films and educational events will be presented via a combination of virtual, drive-in and socially distanced in-person presentations.
The Georgia Theatre Returns to in-Person Performances With LANCO
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2021
Zero Mile presents LANCO at the Georgia Theatre on September 16, 2021. This marks the theatre's first in-person performance since the start of the pandemic over a year ago.
Theatrical Outfit Presents A HUNDRED WORDS FOR SNOW
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2021
How do you plan for adventure? 15-year-old Rory's father always wanted to be an Arctic explorer, but had to settle for being a geography teacher in suburban England.
Kennesaw State College Of The Arts To Offer Summer Arts Intensives
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2021
Kennesaw State University College of the Arts is offering high school students a week-long immersion in the arts, June 7-11. Students may choose from acting, dance, or musical theatre, or new this year: percussion or theatre design and technology.
Horizon's Serial Show SOUTHBOUND: TRUE LIFE TALES FROM THE ATL AND BEYOND, Monday April 5
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
From the depths of the ATL, Horizon Theatre is spotlighting the stories bubbling up from artists from the Beltline to the West End to Buford Highway. Southbound: True Life Tales from the ATL and Beyond is the newest original show from Horizon.
Applications Close Soon for Jamie Hawkins-Gaar Memorial Scholarship at Dad's Garage
by BWW News Desk - April 02, 2021
Applications close this month for a Dad’s Garage scholarship program to honor the life and legacy of Jamie Hawkins-Gaar. This is the third cycle of this scholarship, after taking a pause in 2020 due to the pandemic. Applications will be accepted through April 16. 
KSU Theatre and Performance Studies to Present Youth and Family-Friendly Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2021
Kennesaw State University Department of Theatre and Performance Studies (TPS) will present a trio of productions for youth and families from April 2 - 11. The free performances, available both in-person and virtual, are geared for a wide range of ages, from the very young (0 to 5) to elementary school-aged children and to tweens and teenagers.
Savannah VOICE Festival Announces Three New Board Members
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2021
Savannah VOICE Festival has announced the expansion of its Board of Directors to include three new, distinctly talented members--Michael Ching, Jorge Parodi and Howard Watkins. Michael Ching is the Composer in Residence for the Savannah VOICE Festival.
Podcast: Craig A. Meyer on How Tony Awards Voting Works, Audra McDonald, and More on THE BROADWAY GINGER
by Sally Henry Fuller - March 29, 2021
In the latest episode of THE BROADWAY GINGER PODCAST, host Sally Fuller continues her conversation with special guest Craig A. Meyer to revisit some of the best performances he saw during his 20 years as a Tony Awards voter.
White Snake Projects Announces Online Events Before DEATH BY LIFE
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2021
White Snake Projects have announced three online events leading up to the premiere of their new virtual opera, Death By Life. 
Garden Presents SUPERnatural Sculpture Exhibit This Spring!
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2021
Seeing is believing when it comes to a duo of art exhibitions coming to the Atlanta Botanical Garden this spring. One features a gigantic, immersive aerial art installation floating through the treetops, while the other showcases larger-than-life glass sculptures of blooming plants towering among the flower beds. 
Savannah Repertory Theatre Opens New Location on Broughton Street
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2021
The Savannah Repertory Theatre is opening its second location in the old Southern Motors Acura dealership on Broughton Street.
City Springs Theatre Names Jalise Wilson Company Manager
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2021
City Springs Theatre Company Executive/Artistic Director Brandt Blocker has announced Ms. Jalise Wilson as company manager for the Sandy Springs-based nonprofit arts organization. Ms. Wilson is a proud New Orleans native who relocated to Atlanta in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
Nichole Palmietto of THE SHIFT at Found Stages
by Amy Zipperer - March 16, 2021
When we finally shake this pandemic off for good, we’re going to be left with an extensive new vocabulary that includes all-things-Zoom.  There’s Zoombombing.  We've got the popular Covideo party.  And there’s my favorite:  Zoom fatigue.  This month, Found Stages, one of Atlanta’s most innovative theatre companies, is tapping into our increasingly impressive knowledge of Zoom with a Zoom theatre production called The Shift.  BroadwayWorld caught up with director Nichole Palmietto to talk about the show.

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Byers Theatre (1/8 - 1/8)
MJ in Atlanta MJ
Fox Theatre (1/27 - 2/1)
The Game’s Afoot in Atlanta The Game’s Afoot
The New Depot Players (2/19 - 3/1)
Twelfth Night in Atlanta Twelfth Night
The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse (1/8 - 1/25)
Much Ado About Nothing in Atlanta Much Ado About Nothing
Woodstock Arts (2/6 - 2/22)
Glengarry Glen Ross in Atlanta Glengarry Glen Ross
Authenticity Theater (1/15 - 1/24)
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