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Alliance Theatre Announces Updates to 2020/21 Season, Featuring UNDER THE TENT Pop-Up Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - January 27, 2021
The Alliance Theatre today announced updates to its 2020/21 season, including a new “Under The Tent” series to provide more socially-distanced performance options.  The “Under the Tent” series will include a concert staging of the Broadway hit WORKING: A MUSICAL, as well as concert-style performances of BEAUTIFUL BLACKBIRD LIVE and more.
Fox Theatre Announces New Dates For 40th Season Including HAMILTON, MEAN GIRLS, and More
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2021
Broadway in Atlanta and the Fox Theatre have announced new dates for its upcoming 40th season.
BWW Feature: ATLANTA DARK THEATER PROJECT as seen through the lens of Michael Boatright
by Josephine Tuso-Key - January 25, 2021
Photographer Michael Boatright captured the stark reality of the effects the pandemic has had on Atlanta's theaters. While area theaters have been able to become more creative with their content to survive, most houses remain dark.
Atlanta Film Society & Sundance Film Festival Partner for Zoom Event
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2021
The Atlanta Film Society was chosen as a Satellite Screen partner for the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, January 28 - February 3. On this Zoom event on January 22 from 3-4 PM, representatives from the Atlanta Film Society, Plaza Theatre and Sundance Institute will give a look at what to expect from Atlanta's part in the Sundance Film Festival.
Details Announced for the 28th American Traditions Vocal Competition
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2021
With 28 contestants in its 28th year, the American Traditions Vocal Competition (ATC) has pivoted to present the competition online for worldwide and local audiences to ensure safety for audiences and artists during this time of COVID-19.  Performances will broadcast online at 7 p.m. each evening throughout the competition, slated for Feb. 9-19.
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse Presents OTHELLO, A Digital Production
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2021
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse presents Othello, a digital production, directed by O’Neil Delapenha. Performances will be available for purchase February 4-28, 2021.
HarkJournal.com Uses Shakespeare to Give Hope and Community During COVID-19
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2021
HarkJournal.com, a daily Shakespeare newsletter, was created out of the COVID-19 crisis as a way for arts marketer and actor Michael Van Osch to get inspired and stay motivated during the pandemic lockdown.
High Museum Announces 2020 Acquisitions Including Rare Ruth Clement Bond Quilt, European Prints & More
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2021
The High Museum of Art continued to expand its collection in 2020 with new acquisitions, including the purchase of a rare quilt designed by Ruth Clement Bond and important gifts of American sculpture and European works.
The Alliance Theatre's Animated Feature SIT-IN Now Available to Stream
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2021
The Alliance Theatre’s first-ever animated feature, SIT-IN, is available for streaming now on Alliance Theatre Anywhere.  Written by Atlanta's bestselling author, playwright, and civil rights activist, Pearl Cleage (Blues for An Alabama Sky, Tell Me My Dream) this original animated special for family audiences celebrates the power of youth to change history. 
True Colors Theatre Company's Community Conversation Series Continues with 'Black Theatre and the BLM Movement'
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2021
Presented in partnership with B.L.A.C.T ATL, Inc., Black Theatre and the Black Lives Matter Movement will center on the role of Black theatre companies in shaping, influencing, and amplifying the Black Lives Matter movement, as well as the role that Black theatre companies have historically played in giving a voice to civil rights.
Winners Announced For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! ALLIANCE, ACTORS EXPRESS and More Take Home Wins!
by BWW Staff - January 05, 2021
Winners have been announced for the 2020 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards - which were back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Atlanta Opera Launches Subscription Streaming Service SPOTLIGHT MEDIA
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2021
The Atlanta Opera has launched its subscription-based streaming service, Spotlight Media. Experience The Atlanta Opera from the comfort of your home (or quarantine cabin), on the go, or wherever you choose to enjoy.
Theatrical Outfit and Working Title Playwrights Present THE UNEXPECTED PLAY FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2020
Theatrical Outfit and Working Title Playwrights have announced that they will present The Unexpected Play Festival. Performances run January 7, 14, 21, 28 2021 at 7PM.
VIDEO: Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Creates Virtual 'Ode to Joy' Performance
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2020
With Atlanta's Symphony Hall shut down, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra put out a call for submissions from musicians to virtually perform 'Ode To Joy.' 
Food For Thought Productions and National Action Network Present WHEN TRUTH IS NOT ENOUGH by by Susan Charlotte
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2020
The award-wining theatre company, Food For Thought Productions, and the National Action Network, a not-for-profit civil rights organization founded by the Reverend Al Sharpton are presenting WHEN TRUTH IS NOT ENOUGH, a compelling play about voter suppression. 
Alliance Theatre Board of Directors Elects Jocelyn Hunter as Chairperson
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2020
The Alliance Theatre has announced that Jocelyn Hunter has been chosen as the new Chair of its Board of Directors.  She is the current Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, is a member of the Governance and Executive Committees, and has served on the Alliance Theatre Board of Directors since 2006.
NTC Presents Its Holiday Extravaganza Telethon Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2020
Tomorrow, Saturday, December 19, Newnan Theatre Company will broadcast a Holiday Extravaganza Telethon from Noon to 6pm! This six-hour fundraising event will stream on Twitch TV - a streaming service available to anyone with Internet access.
BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL: THE LIVE RADIO PLAY at Alliance Theatre
by Amy Zipperer - December 16, 2020
This month the Alliance Theatre has risen to the challenge of welcoming back a key source of public entertainment: live and in-person theatre.
Synchronicity Theatre Announces Schedule Changes to MIRANDY AND BROTHER WIND & BLUE ANGELS WEEKEND
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2020
Synchronicity Theatre's production of Mirandy and Brother Wind will now run from March 12 to April 4, 2021. The production will fill the spot once belonging to Lee Nowell's Blue Angels Weekend which will now be presented in an online workshop format with demonstrated scenes and interaction with the cast, director and playwright, in February 2021.
Dominion Entertainment To Stream BLACK NATIVITY: A GOSPEL CHRISTMAS MUSICAL EXPERIENCE
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2020
The pandemic has not stopped the producers of the hit holiday musical Black Nativity from bringing their production to audiences around the world. Black Nativity: A Gospel Christmas Musical Experience is known for sold out performances in Atlanta, and cities in the southeast, will return this year as a streamed theatrical concertized performance.
Savannah Philharmonic Unveils New Concert Lineup for 2021
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2020
The Savannah Philharmonic has announced a fresh slate of concerts for 2021. Executive Director Amy Williams worked together with Music and Artistic Director Keitaro Harada to assemble a new collection of creative, community-oriented and entertaining concerts from January through June 2021.
Alliance Theatre to Host Virtual Watch Party for THE PROM
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2020
On Friday, December 11, Atlanta’s Alliance Theatre will celebrate a first in its 52-year history when a musical it premiered in 2016 makes its film debut on NETFLIX.  The Alliance’s world premiere production of THE PROM delighted Atlanta audiences and quickly transferred to Broadway.
Stay Safe & Connected This Holiday Season-Vivid-Pix Free Family History & Reunion Tutorial Videos
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2020
Vivid-Pix www.vivid-pix.com, the leading provider of AI-powered image restoration software, is partnering with Kenyatta D. Berry from PBS, Reunions Magazine, DearMYRTLE, and Cousin Russ to provide free, valuable how-to information that will keep friends and family safe and connected this holiday season.
Kate Baldwin, Kurt Elling, and Lawrence Brownlee Announced as Judges for The American Traditions Vocal Competition
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2020
The American Traditions Vocal Competition has announced its star-studded lineup of judges for its virtual 2021 season: two-time Tony nominee, singer, actress, songwriter and recording artist Kate Baldwin; Grammy winner, nominee, and acclaimed jazz vocalist, Kurt Elling; and Grammy nominee and renowned opera singer Lawrence Brownlee.
Alliance Theatre Joins ENOUGH: Plays To End Gun Violence
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2020
The Alliance Theatre has announced its participation in the Digital Premiere of the seven winning plays of #ENOUGH: Plays to End Gun Violence, a national short play competition for middle and high school students, in-collaboration with fellow partner theatres including Arizona Theatre Company, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Goodman Theatre, Orlando Repertory Theatre, and South Coast Repertory. Starting on December 14, 2020 — the 8-year remembrance of the shootings at Sandy Hook — the winning titles will be available on the streaming platform Broadway on Demand.

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