Theater of the Stars’ production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid will now entertain Atlanta audiences on September 7 – 15 at the Fox Theatre. “We had the opportunity to produce Disney’s The Little Mermaid earlier in the season and we are pleased to make this announcement today,” said Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “We know that ... Read More »
WHAT: Xperimental Puppetry Theater by Various Artists Artists of all disciplines join forces to create bold, original performances in Xperimental Puppetry Theater (XPT). For four nights only, May 16-19, patrons can experience these unique short puppet performances and films from 12 different teams. The lineup includes: “The Ghost News,” a news program for ghosts, about ghosts (an installation by Johnny ... Read More »
Actor’s Express announces the final play of the 25th Anniversary Season Seminar, by Theresa Rebeck. The production opens on Saturday night, May 18, 2013, 8pm curtain, preview performances are May 16 and 17, and the pay-what-you-want sneak peek, “Director’s Rough Cut”, is Wednesday, May 15. Tickets are on sale now, at the box office (404-607-7469) or online at www.actors-express.com. Andrew ... Read More »
STAGE DOOR PLAYERS, Dunwoody’s only professional theater company, presents Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel, opening May 17 and running through June 9, 2013. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. with a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. (No performance Sunday, May 26. Additional performance Thursday, June 6 at 8 p.m.) Winner of the 1992 Tony Award for Best Play, ... Read More »
Grant one of 817 NEA Art Works grants totaling $26.3 million in funding nationwide National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Acting Chairman Joan Shigekawa announced last week that the Atlanta Shakespeare Company is one of 817 nonprofit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. The resident company of the New American Shakespeare Tavern in Atlanta is recommended for ... Read More »
IN REPERTORY with Hamlet: Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead Directed by Jeff McKerley $15 General Admission Previews Thurs May 23, & Friday May 24, 2013 Performances May 25, 26, 31 & June 2, 6, 8, 14, 16, 20, 22, 2013 The hilarious inverted tale of Hamlet seen through the eyes of the two minor friends of the Dane. ... Read More »
Directed by Heidi Cline-McKerley $15 General Admission Previews Thurs May 2, 2013 & Friday May 3, 2013 Performances May 4-19 and May 30, June 1, 7, 9, 13, 15, 21, 23, 2013 The secret midnight utterings of a Kingly ghost will set events in motion that seal the tragic fate of Denmark’s royal family. Witness Hamlet grapple with his mind ... Read More »
The Atlanta Fringe Festival is thrilled to announce the second annual edition of their locally-produced festival, bringing adventurous local and national artists together for a four-day celebration of live performances from across the theatrical spectrum. Building on a successful inaugural year, 2013’s festival will boast 24 productions from 10 states, including 14 from the Atlanta area. In addition to live ... Read More »
Book clubs take the spotlight this spring with the Atlanta premiere of The Book Club Play by Karen Zacarías at Horizon Theatre. This “delightful, fresh comedy,” as heralded by Talkin’ Broadway, follows a tight-knit book club bound for pandemonium when it becomes the focus of a documentary film. The Book Club Play runs May 17 to June 23, 2013. Performances ... Read More »
A packed audience at tonight’s opening performance of Hello Dolly! was treated to the official announcement from Artistic Director Robert J. Farley of Georgia Ensemble Theatre’s (GET) 2013-2014 Season. The selections are: Almost Heaven: John Denver’s America written and adapted by Peter Glazer, Deathrap by Ira Levin, the world premiere of The Only Light in Reno by Topher Payne, F. ... Read More »
Aurora Theatre continues the 2012-2013 Harvel Lab Series with a Teatro del Sol production, Burundanga by Spanish playwright Jordi Galcerán. Poor, pregnant, Barcelonan Berta wants to know if her boyfriend Manel really loves her, but the truth can be dangerous. At the urging of her roommate Sílvia, she gives him Burundanga, a powerful truth serum. The results are a wacky ... Read More »
…Great Balls Of Fire, Levi Kreis is Flying Solo Tony Award Winner Levi Kreis may be known for originating the role of Jerry Lee Lewis in the Broadway hit Million Dollar Quartet (currently touring nationwide), but reviews of Kreis’ current tour prove there is profoundly more to Levi than rawkus chops and flashy bravado. Kreis has gained international recognition via his ... Read More »
Georgia Shakespeare brings Atlanta’s favorite outdoor theatre tradition back to Piedmont Park this May with “Shakespeare in the Park.” Formerly known as “Shake at the Lake,” the event now has a new name to reflect its move in 2012 to a new location at the Legacy Fountain. At this year’s event, Georgia Shakespeare will present Much Ado About Nothing May ... Read More »
For one weekend only: a multimedia end-of-the-world adventure story This April, for one weekend only, the Center for Puppetry Arts will host the multiple award-winning micro-epic from Australia that is The Adventures of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer. This one-man puppet show melds technology and multimedia into a touching story of enduring love and the end of the world. Presented ... Read More »
On the heels of a critically acclaimed third season, Serenbe Playhouse presents its fourth season, “A Season of Change.” The summer will begin with the world premiere adaptation of Margery Williams’ classic The Velveteen Rabbit (Friday, June 7 – Saturday, July 27), followed by Lee Blessing’s political drama A Walk in the Woods (Thursday, June 27 – Sunday, July 14) ... Read More »
Georgia Ensemble Theatre (GET), North Fulton’s only professional theatre company, will close its 2012-2013 20th anniversary season-long celebration with the classic Broadway musical, Hello, Dolly! by Jerry Herman and Michael Stewart, directed by Heidi Cline McKerley running April 11-28, 2013, at the Theatre’s home, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA. This production is generously sponsored ... Read More »
Center for Puppetry Arts® is pleased to announce its upcoming 2013-2014 season. To celebrate its milestone 35th anniversary, the Center will continue its tradition of presenting great storytelling through puppetry, including innovative adaptations and dynamic new works by the Center’s company, as well as acclaimed artists from across the U.S. This season’s Family Performances get off to a fun-filled start ... Read More »
Next Stage Theatre Company, is thrilled to announce its next production, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown, at its permanent home at the Alley Stage just off of the historic Marietta Square. You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown opens April 5 and runs until April 21, 2013. Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Sally, Lucy, Schroeder and the rest of the Peanuts ... Read More »
Theatrical Outfit is thrilled to announce the world premiere of The Fabulous Lipitones, written by Mark St. Germain (playwright, Freud’s Last Session) and John Markus (writer/producer of The Cosby Show). The show runs March 27 to April 21, 2013 at the Balzer Theater at Herren’s, 84 Luckie Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303. Directed by Justin Anderson. Musical Direction by Michael ... Read More »
Atlanta’s nationally acclaimed Alliance Theatre, recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award®, and Jennings Hertz Artistic Director Susan V. Booth are proud to announce the 2013/14 Season for the Alliance Stage, Hertz Stage and Theatre for Youth and Families series. The 45th season includes exciting world premieres, important American musicals, new works by emerging American playwrights, and world class performers. ... Read More »
