Serenbe Playhouse Opens The True Story Of POCAHONTAS This Week
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Pocahontas will breathe new life into the story of America's first heroine. In this original telling, we meet Pocahontas just before she is set to leave her beloved home in Virginia to begin a new chapter with husband, John Rolfe, in England.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Pocahontas will breathe new life into the story of America's first heroine. In this original telling, we meet Pocahontas just before she is set to leave her beloved home in Virginia to begin a new chapter with husband, John Rolfe, in England.
Nomad Theatre Company Launches With Inaugural Production Of GODSPELL
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
SIXTEENTH NIGHT Comes to Atlanta Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2019
Sixteenth Night comes to The Church at Ponce & Highland, Friday, June 7th at 8:00pm; Saturday, June 8th at 2:00pm; Saturday, June 8th at 9:30pm; and Sunday, June 9th at 5:00pm. Tickets are $10 at bit.ly/zctfringe.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2019
Sixteenth Night comes to The Church at Ponce & Highland, Friday, June 7th at 8:00pm; Saturday, June 8th at 2:00pm; Saturday, June 8th at 9:30pm; and Sunday, June 9th at 5:00pm. Tickets are $10 at bit.ly/zctfringe.
BONNIE AND CLYDE at School Street Playhouse
by Josephine Tuso-Key - June 08, 2019
Kealy Ford and Dane Croxton, real life sweethearts steam up the stage as Bonnie and Clyde at the School Street Playhouse.
by Josephine Tuso-Key - June 08, 2019
Kealy Ford and Dane Croxton, real life sweethearts steam up the stage as Bonnie and Clyde at the School Street Playhouse.
Fourth Annual Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival Announces Selections
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
The Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival (AMTF) is proud to announce the selections for the Fourth Annual Festival, which will be held August 5, 6, 12, 13, 2019 at Theatrical Outfit in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. The AMTF will be four nights of original musical theatre performances, welcoming both local and national writers, actors, and directors to the Balzer Theater at Herren's.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2019
The Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival (AMTF) is proud to announce the selections for the Fourth Annual Festival, which will be held August 5, 6, 12, 13, 2019 at Theatrical Outfit in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. The AMTF will be four nights of original musical theatre performances, welcoming both local and national writers, actors, and directors to the Balzer Theater at Herren's.
Handful of Registration Spots Remain Open for The College Audition Workshop Series
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Summer Programming from ArtsBridge Foundation kicks off in earnest this month, with a handful of registration spots still available for the Director's Boot Camp, Music Theatre Intensive and The College Audition Workshop Series.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
Summer Programming from ArtsBridge Foundation kicks off in earnest this month, with a handful of registration spots still available for the Director's Boot Camp, Music Theatre Intensive and The College Audition Workshop Series.
The Lee Boys Head to Elm Street for June Concert
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
On June 22nd the distinct and spirited family of six, The Lee Boys, cruise over to Elm Street Cultural Arts Village's Lantern Series. The ninth installment in the inaugural outdoor concert series displays the unique form of Gospel music combined with a hard-driving, blues-based beat.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
On June 22nd the distinct and spirited family of six, The Lee Boys, cruise over to Elm Street Cultural Arts Village's Lantern Series. The ninth installment in the inaugural outdoor concert series displays the unique form of Gospel music combined with a hard-driving, blues-based beat.
Photo Flash: THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL Comes To Cobb Performing Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The Fox Theatre is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an electrifying musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play Cobb Performing Arts Centre for four performances June 7-9, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The Fox Theatre is thrilled to announce that THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL, an electrifying musical adaption of the New York Times best-selling novel written by Rick Riordan, will play Cobb Performing Arts Centre for four performances June 7-9, 2019.
Alliance Hosts World Premiere Of Maira Kalman's MAX MAKES A MILLION
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The Alliance Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming world-premiere production for youth and family audiences, MAX MAKES A MILLION. Poetry, dance, jazz, visual art, and most of all, dreams coalesce in a glorious theatrical adaptation of Maira Kalman's delightful one-of-a-kind book MAX MAKES A MILLION. Adapted and directed by celebrated theatre artist Liz Diamond, this play follows the beat-poet dog Max Stravinsky on his quest to get from New York to Paris and celebrates those wishful thinkers who dare to dream beyond what seems possible.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
The Alliance Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming world-premiere production for youth and family audiences, MAX MAKES A MILLION. Poetry, dance, jazz, visual art, and most of all, dreams coalesce in a glorious theatrical adaptation of Maira Kalman's delightful one-of-a-kind book MAX MAKES A MILLION. Adapted and directed by celebrated theatre artist Liz Diamond, this play follows the beat-poet dog Max Stravinsky on his quest to get from New York to Paris and celebrates those wishful thinkers who dare to dream beyond what seems possible.
Georgia Ensemble Theatre Brings DRIVING MISS DAISY To Brookhaven
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), the professional North Fulton theatre company, is driving to Brookhaven this summer to remount its acclaimed production of the Pulitzer prize-winning play Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), the professional North Fulton theatre company, is driving to Brookhaven this summer to remount its acclaimed production of the Pulitzer prize-winning play Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry.
Core Dance Presents 40th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Core Dance, the internationally-recognized, award-winning contemporary dance organization based in Atlanta/Decatur, GA and Houston, TX, will present its 40th season of original dance works and community-based performances and outreach. The season will celebrate the purposeful artistic risk taking, invention, and community participation, that have exemplified Core Dance's 40 years of creating dance that is relevant in Atlanta, Houston, and around the globe.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Core Dance, the internationally-recognized, award-winning contemporary dance organization based in Atlanta/Decatur, GA and Houston, TX, will present its 40th season of original dance works and community-based performances and outreach. The season will celebrate the purposeful artistic risk taking, invention, and community participation, that have exemplified Core Dance's 40 years of creating dance that is relevant in Atlanta, Houston, and around the globe.
Marietta Theatre Company Wraps Up Second Season With ALTAR BOYZ
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Marietta Theatre Company wraps up their second season with Altar Boyz, a popping tribute to the boy bands we know and love - and wish we could join. With book by Kevin Del Aguila and music and lyrics by Michael Patrick Walker and Gary Adler, Altar Boyz is unlike anything Marietta Theatre Company has ever done before. The Boyz will have you rocking at the Lyric Studio on the Square from June 7 - 22 with skillful, energetic dancing and tight harmonies, keeping audiences laughing and bopping along in a concert-like setting.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2019
Marietta Theatre Company wraps up their second season with Altar Boyz, a popping tribute to the boy bands we know and love - and wish we could join. With book by Kevin Del Aguila and music and lyrics by Michael Patrick Walker and Gary Adler, Altar Boyz is unlike anything Marietta Theatre Company has ever done before. The Boyz will have you rocking at the Lyric Studio on the Square from June 7 - 22 with skillful, energetic dancing and tight harmonies, keeping audiences laughing and bopping along in a concert-like setting.
BWW Previews: SUMMER STAGES in Atlanta
by Amy Zipperer - June 01, 2019
Welcome to Sunpocalypse. So far, this Atlanta summer is 100-in-the-shade. Basically, we're all human-sized Marios running from the evil sun and hoping for a brief respite via some magical pipe that takes you to a cool underground cavern where there's lots of unprotected gold. Luckily, our favorite Atlanta stages have offered up a lot of great summer theatre, so at least we have something cool to look forward to.
by Amy Zipperer - June 01, 2019
Welcome to Sunpocalypse. So far, this Atlanta summer is 100-in-the-shade. Basically, we're all human-sized Marios running from the evil sun and hoping for a brief respite via some magical pipe that takes you to a cool underground cavern where there's lots of unprotected gold. Luckily, our favorite Atlanta stages have offered up a lot of great summer theatre, so at least we have something cool to look forward to.
Photo Flash: First Look At JUMP At Actor's Express
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2019
Actor's Express presents the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of Jump by Charly Evon Simpson May 30 - June 23, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2019
Actor's Express presents the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of Jump by Charly Evon Simpson May 30 - June 23, 2019.
ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY Comes to Elm Street Cultural Arts Village
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
Starting June 12th Elm Street Cultural Arts Village leaps from the page to the stage with Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!", a new musical based on the works of Mo Willems. Through a series of vaudeville-inspired scenes and vignettes that introduce audiences to the world of theatre as well as themes of friendship, best friends Gerald and Piggie sing and dance their way through plenty of pachydermal peril and swiney suspense. The show is presented in partnership with Learning Express Toys of Woodstock.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2019
Starting June 12th Elm Street Cultural Arts Village leaps from the page to the stage with Elephant & Piggie's "We Are in a Play!", a new musical based on the works of Mo Willems. Through a series of vaudeville-inspired scenes and vignettes that introduce audiences to the world of theatre as well as themes of friendship, best friends Gerald and Piggie sing and dance their way through plenty of pachydermal peril and swiney suspense. The show is presented in partnership with Learning Express Toys of Woodstock.
Out Of Box Theatre Closes Seventh Season With WORKING
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Out of Box Theatre closes its seventh season with the average-worker themed musical Working. Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers,
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Out of Box Theatre closes its seventh season with the average-worker themed musical Working. Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers,
Photo Flash: First Look At FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE At Theatrical Outfit
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Theatrical Outfit, located at The Balzer Theater at Herren's on Luckie Street in downtown Atlanta, completes its 2018-2019 Season of Beauty with the R&B musical review, Five Guys Named Moe, with book by Clarke Peters and music & lyrics by music pioneer Louis Jordan. A revival of the show was a recent smash in London's West End. Set in both the past and the present, the show features chart-topping tunes including 'Is You Is, or Is You Ain't My Baby,' 'Let the Good Times Roll,' and 'Knock Me a Kiss'.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Theatrical Outfit, located at The Balzer Theater at Herren's on Luckie Street in downtown Atlanta, completes its 2018-2019 Season of Beauty with the R&B musical review, Five Guys Named Moe, with book by Clarke Peters and music & lyrics by music pioneer Louis Jordan. A revival of the show was a recent smash in London's West End. Set in both the past and the present, the show features chart-topping tunes including 'Is You Is, or Is You Ain't My Baby,' 'Let the Good Times Roll,' and 'Knock Me a Kiss'.
Synchronicity Theatre Announces Opening of New Administrative Space
by Sarah Hookey - May 29, 2019
On June 17, 2019, Atlanta's Synchronicity Theatre will open the Synchronicity Annex, a new office and rehearsal space in Midtown, Atlanta. The location at 1586 Piedmont Street NE, at the corner of Piedmont Avenue NE and Monroe Drive, across from the Ansley Mall, will primarily function as a rehearsal, new play development and class venue, in addition to housing the Company's administrative offices.
by Sarah Hookey - May 29, 2019
On June 17, 2019, Atlanta's Synchronicity Theatre will open the Synchronicity Annex, a new office and rehearsal space in Midtown, Atlanta. The location at 1586 Piedmont Street NE, at the corner of Piedmont Avenue NE and Monroe Drive, across from the Ansley Mall, will primarily function as a rehearsal, new play development and class venue, in addition to housing the Company's administrative offices.
The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse Presents HENRY VIII and The Tudor Repertory
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2019
With the opening of Henry the Eighth, The Atlanta Shakespeare Company has officially completed performing Shakespeare's entire canon for a second time.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2019
With the opening of Henry the Eighth, The Atlanta Shakespeare Company has officially completed performing Shakespeare's entire canon for a second time.
New Executive Director Selected For Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
The City of Sandy Springs announced today the appointment of Shaun Albrechtson as Executive Director for the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
The City of Sandy Springs announced today the appointment of Shaun Albrechtson as Executive Director for the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center.
Academy Theatre Presents TAPAS II: Steady As She Goes
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
Academy Theatre presents Tapas IV: The Great Divide. This is a play festival comprised of a collection of ten minute short plays based on the theme of divided relationships in their many forms, and nearly all are premieres! We're featuring some of Georgia's great creative talents for the festival include Fracena Byrd, Rob Raissle, and Zach Roe.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
Academy Theatre presents Tapas IV: The Great Divide. This is a play festival comprised of a collection of ten minute short plays based on the theme of divided relationships in their many forms, and nearly all are premieres! We're featuring some of Georgia's great creative talents for the festival include Fracena Byrd, Rob Raissle, and Zach Roe.
A SOUTHERN FAIRYTALE Spotlights The Life Of A Gay Christian Growing Up In The Deep South
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
A Southern Fairytale, written by and starring Broadway World award-winning actor Ty Autry and directed by David L. Carson, will be heading to Atlanta, Georgia for a one-night-only event at Out Front Theatre Company straight off its international success in Dublin, Ireland at the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival (IDGTF) where it was nominated for the Doric Wilson Award for Intercultural Dialogue for exposing the role of conversion therapy and evangelicalism in dehumanizing LGTBQ people. After the hour-long piece, there will be an inter-faith queer panel featuring Kevin Garcia, Charles Thomas, Myles M, and Kelly Wentworth.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
A Southern Fairytale, written by and starring Broadway World award-winning actor Ty Autry and directed by David L. Carson, will be heading to Atlanta, Georgia for a one-night-only event at Out Front Theatre Company straight off its international success in Dublin, Ireland at the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival (IDGTF) where it was nominated for the Doric Wilson Award for Intercultural Dialogue for exposing the role of conversion therapy and evangelicalism in dehumanizing LGTBQ people. After the hour-long piece, there will be an inter-faith queer panel featuring Kevin Garcia, Charles Thomas, Myles M, and Kelly Wentworth.
Phylicia Rashad To Receive Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company's Jane Bishop National Theatre Award
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
For 16 seasons, Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company has created masterful works of theatre art that honor the African American experience, lift up diverse voices, and create cultural understanding. To honor those who have championed the company's mission of celebrating the tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold artists of all cultures, True Colors will host the second annual True Colors Applauds Awards Brunch on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta Hotel.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
For 16 seasons, Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company has created masterful works of theatre art that honor the African American experience, lift up diverse voices, and create cultural understanding. To honor those who have championed the company's mission of celebrating the tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold artists of all cultures, True Colors will host the second annual True Colors Applauds Awards Brunch on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta Hotel.
Photo Flash: Theatrical Outfit Presents FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
Theatrical Outfit, located at The Balzer Theater at Herren's on Luckie Street in downtown Atlanta, completes its 2018-2019 Season of Beauty with the R&B musical review, Five Guys Named Moe, with book by Clarke Peters and music & lyrics by music pioneer Louis Jordan. A revival of the show was a recent smash in London's West End. Set in both the past and the present, the show features chart-topping tunes including 'Is You Is, or Is You Ain't My Baby,' 'Let the Good Times Roll,' and 'Knock Me a Kiss'.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
Theatrical Outfit, located at The Balzer Theater at Herren's on Luckie Street in downtown Atlanta, completes its 2018-2019 Season of Beauty with the R&B musical review, Five Guys Named Moe, with book by Clarke Peters and music & lyrics by music pioneer Louis Jordan. A revival of the show was a recent smash in London's West End. Set in both the past and the present, the show features chart-topping tunes including 'Is You Is, or Is You Ain't My Baby,' 'Let the Good Times Roll,' and 'Knock Me a Kiss'.
Photo Flash: Theatrical Outfit's Annual Downtown Gala and Fundraiser OUR LUCKIE STARS A Record-Breaking Success
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
Theatrical Outfit (TO) held its annual fundraising gala, 'Our Luckie Stars,' on Saturday, April 27th at its home, The Balzer Theater at Herren's on Luckie Street in the heart of downtown Atlanta. The event honored long-time TO patrons Doug and Florida Ellis and featured silent and live auctions, wonderful food, and exciting entertainment from familiar TO artists. The evening was a celebration of the theatre's mission to provide world-class conversation-starting theatre to inspire a compassionate, joyful, and just community. The gala raised over $123,000, breaking its fundraising goal and surpassing last year's success.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
Theatrical Outfit (TO) held its annual fundraising gala, 'Our Luckie Stars,' on Saturday, April 27th at its home, The Balzer Theater at Herren's on Luckie Street in the heart of downtown Atlanta. The event honored long-time TO patrons Doug and Florida Ellis and featured silent and live auctions, wonderful food, and exciting entertainment from familiar TO artists. The evening was a celebration of the theatre's mission to provide world-class conversation-starting theatre to inspire a compassionate, joyful, and just community. The gala raised over $123,000, breaking its fundraising goal and surpassing last year's success.
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Casting announced for the North American tour of the Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical, playing the Fox Theatre in Atlanta
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The Musical Frederick at Synchronicity Theatre
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Fox Theatre (2/28 - 3/21) | |
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Angel Blue with Bryan Wagorn at Spivey Hall
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Wing and Rock Fest
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Girl From The North Country
Actor's Express (1/29 - 3/8) | |
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Tango After Dark at Rialto Center
Rialto Center for the Arts (2/14 - 2/14) | |
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