Amanda Watkins

Atlanta Holiday Tradition Returns with Alliance Theatre’s A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Joseph Harrison - Nov 9, 2025

For generations of Atlantans, the holiday season isn’t complete without a visit to the Alliance Theatre’s beloved production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Now celebrating its 36th year, this perennial favorite returns to the Coca-Cola Stage from November 15 through December 24, 2025, with a fresh perspective: Amanda Watkins, the Alliance’s Director of New Work, steps into the director’s chair for the first time, guiding David H. Bell’s acclaimed adaptation into a new era.

Cast and Creative Team Set for A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2025

The Alliance Theatre has revealed the cast of its 36th holiday production, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, returning to The Coca-Cola Stage. This production marks the fifth year of the reimagined staging.

Cast Set For A CHRISTMAS CAROL at the Alliance Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2024

Rehearsals are underway for Alliance Theatre’s annual holiday production, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, returning to The Coca-Cola Stage November 9 – December 24, 2024.

Video: Playwright a.k. payne Talks FURLOUGH'S PARADISE at Alliance Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 25, 2024

Watch playwright a.k. payne share their experience bringing FURLOUGH'S PARADISE  to life at the Alliance Theatre and what the Alliance/Kendeda Program means for upcoming playwrights in the video here!

Video: Get A First Look At Alliance Theatre's FURLOUGH'S PARADISE
by Joshua Wright - Feb 8, 2024

Get a first look at Alliance Theatre's FURLOUGH’S PARADISE, which follows Cousins Sade and Mina, raised like sisters but now leading very different lives, as they return to their childhood town for a funeral.

The Alliance Theatre to Present the World Premiere of FURLOUGH'S PARADISE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2024

The Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition will continue to spotlight the best emerging playwrights with a full production for the competition winner and staged readings for four competition finalists.

World Premiere of INTO THE BURROW: A PETER RABBIT TALE to Open at The Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2023

The Alliance Theatre will present the second Hertz Stage production of the 2023/24 season, the world premiere of its new musical, INTO THE BURROW: A PETER RABBIT™ TALE. Learn how to purchase tickets!

THE MANY WONDROUS REALITIES OF JASMINE STARR-KIDD to Have World Premiere at The Alliance Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 8, 2023

JASMINE STARR-KIDD will have its world premiere on the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre March 1 – April 1, 2023.  Opening night is March 8, 2023.

School Spotlight: School of Theatre at Florida State University
by Carian Lynée Parker - Jun 5, 2022

The School of Theatre at Florida State University is regularly recognized as one of the finest theatre programs in the nation. The School of Theatre at Florida State University's mission is to use the evolving, live, collaborative art of theatre to develop artists and scholars who have a lifelong passion for the arts.

Audible Releases Six Theater Originals Featuring Lili Taylor, Corey Stoll and More
by Marissa Tomeo - Mar 3, 2022

Audible Inc., the leading creator and provider of premium audio storytelling, today announced a new slate of Audible Original theater titles, debuting exclusively on Audible on March 3, 2022. These titles continue to deliver the theater experience to a wider audience, through audio.

VIDEO: See a Sneak Peek of the World Premiere of DREAM HOU$E
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022

DREAM HOU$E follows two Latina sisters who go on an HGTV-style reality show to sell their family home, hoping to capitalize on the gentrification happening in their 'changing neighborhood.'

VIDEO: Laurie Woolery and Eliana Pipes Discuss DREAM HOU$E
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2022

On Thursday, January 13, 2022, Alliance Theatre hosted a special virtual preview event with the cast and creative team of the award-winning play DREAM HOU$E, featuring a conversation with Director Laurie Woolery and Playwright Eliana Pipes and a performance from the cast!  This event was moderated by Amanda Watkins.

The Alliance Theatre to Present the World Premiere of DREAM HOU$E
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2022

DREAM HOU$E will have its world premiere on the Hertz Stage at Alliance Theatre Jan 28 – Feb 13, 2022.  Opening night is Wednesday, February 2, 7:30 p.m.  A filmed version of DREAM HOU$E will also be available to stream online February 11 – 27, 2022, on the Alliance's website. 

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Faith Salie's APPROVAL JUNKIE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 23, 2021

Last night (Nov 22), Faith Salie and friends celebrated the opening night of Approval Junkie, Audible Theater’s New York premiere production at the Minetta Lane Theatre. Performances run through December 12 only.

VIDEO: Faith Salie Stars in APPROVAL JUNKIE at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2021

Audible Theater is presenting the New York premiere of Approval Junkie, which opens tonight at the Minetta Lane Theatre. Performances run through December 12 only. Approval Junkie is written and performed by Faith Salie, and directed by Amanda Watkins.

Photos: First Look at Faith Salie in APPROVAL JUNKIE at Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2021

Photos are now available for Audible Theater’s New York premiere of Approval Junkie, now in performances through December 12 only at the Minetta Lane Theatre. Opening night is Monday, November 22.

Alliance Presents New Staging Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2021

A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Alliance Theatre's annual holiday production, returns to the Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre November 12 – December 24, 2021. 

Faith Salie's APPROVAL JUNKIE to Make New York Premiere in November at the Minetta Lane Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2021

The New York premiere of Faith Salie’s Approval Junkie, developed in collaboration with and directed by Amanda Watkins, will finally make its New York premiere at Audible Theater’s Minetta Lane Theatre (18 Minetta Lane, between MacDougal & 6th Avenue – one block south of W. 3rd Street), after original rehearsals were postponed in March 2020.

Solea Pfeiffer, Elizabeth Marvel, Ato Blankson-Wood & More Added to Audible's Minetta Lane Theatre Line-Up
by Stephi Wild - Sep 16, 2021

A new slate of fall programming has been announced for Audible Theater, including three more shows staged live at the Minetta Lane Theatre and four Audible Originals. Highlights include: And So We Walked, An Evening with Solea Pfeiffer, and Approval Junkie.

Alliance Presents DARLIN' CORY A New Musical
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2021

The Alliance Theatre has announced its return to the Coca-Cola Stage with the world premiere musical, DARLIN' CORY.