Atlanta Theatre + Broadway News

Center for Puppetry Arts to Present TRUE STORY OF THE 3 LITTLE PIGS BY A. WOLF, 5/28-6/9

(5/16/2013) - Paul Mesner Puppets brings an entertaining children's book to life in The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Kansas City, MO.

BWW Interviews: Class Is in Session with Andrew Benator in Actor's Express SEMINAR

(5/16/2013) - For nearly a decade, Andrew Benator has been one of Atlanta's most versatile actors. Having won a Suzi Award for playing a child-like Lord of the Underworld in Georgia Shakespeare and the Alliance's 'Eurydice', he is known by a wider audience as Dr. Jawfy on Tyler Perry sitcoms 'House of Payne' and 'Meet the Browns.' Since the Atlanta-native moved back home from New York in 2005, he has been a regular part of both the city's expanding stage and screen industries. Benator recently spoke with Broadway World Atlanta about his upcoming show 'Seminar,' which runs May 16th-June 16th at Actor's Express.

Theater of the Stars' THE LITTLE MERMAID Moves Dates to 9/7-15 in Atlanta

(5/15/2013) - Theater of the Stars' production of Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID will now entertain Atlanta audiences on September 7 - 15 at the Fox Theatre.

Atlanta Lyric Theatre Opens JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, 6/7

(5/15/2013) - A crash of drums, a flash of light! And The Strand stage explodes with Atlanta Lyric Theatre's spectacular staging ofJOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT! This international audience hit plays The Earl Smith Strand Theatre (117 N. Park Square, Marietta) June 7 - 23, 2013. For reservations visit www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com or call 404-377-9948.

BWW Interviews: Tess Malis Kincaid, Talented Cast Provide Bittersweet Connection in Stage Door's DANCING AT LUGHNASA

(5/15/2013) - It is during life's most difficult times that families often bound together; such is the case in Brian Friel's 1992 Tony-winning play, 'Dancing at Lughnasa.' The powerful play tells the story of five poor Irish sisters struggling to live and love during the Depression, but despite their desperate circumstances, the family finds joy in dancing to the Irish folk music that intermittently plays on their unreliable radio. The show, which can be called a drama infused with humor, runs May 17th-June 9th at Stage Door Players in Dunwoody, and is directed by three-time reigning Suzi Bass Award winner for Best Lead Actress in a Play, Tess Malis Kincaid.

SPANK! THE FIFTY SHADES PARODY Comes to The Buckhead Theatre, Now thru 5/ 19

(5/14/2013) - SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life. Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud with this clever re-imagining of the characters as they come alive with hysterical comedy, musical numbers, sexy and fun performances from the hunky leading man, plus lots of surprises.

Photo Flash: Sneak Peek - Brent Harris in THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, Coming to Atlanta, 6/7

(5/13/2013) - THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, will return to Atlanta by popular demand for two performances only, after successful engagements in June 2011 and June 2012. The production will run at the Alliance Theatre at the Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree Street NE in Atlanta, from Friday, June 7 through Sunday, June 9. Get a sneak peek at the show below!

BWW Interviews: Wendy Melkonian Brings Humor from Page to Stage in Horizon's THE BOOK CLUB PLAY

(5/13/2013) - Wendy Melkonian recently spoke with Broadway World Atlanta about her new play, 'The Book Club Play,' which runs from May 17th-June 23rd at the Horizon Theatre. This new comedy by Atlanta-native Karen Zacarias is directed by Horizon co-artistic director Jeff Adler. The play follows a tight-knit book club bound for pandemonium when it becomes the focus of a documentary film.

Now Playing Onstage in Atlanta - Week of 5/12/2013

(5/12/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/12/2013 for Atlanta

Atlanta Symphony Will Perform All-Brahms Program To Close 2012-13 Season

(5/10/2013) - The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will close its 2012-13 season with an all-Brahms program led by Principal Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles June 20 and 22, 2013, at 8:00 p.m., in Atlanta Symphony Hall at Woodruff Arts Center.

Actor's Express Begins SEMINAR Performances, 5/16

(5/10/2013) - 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.

Historic Oakland Foundation Announces Official Line-Up for Tunes from the Tombs

(5/9/2013) - On June 8, 2013 from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the Historic Oakland Foundation will present the third annual Tunes from the Tombs music festival at Historic Oakland Cemetery. This fundraising event features musicians performing in and among Oakland's extraordinary monuments, mausoleums and renowned gardens. All genres of music will be represented: rock, folk, Americana, jazz, classical, and everything in between.

Tom Stoppard's ON THE RAZZLE Opens at Newnan Theatre Tonight

(5/9/2013) - 'On the razzle' is a British expression meaning a night on the town involving alcohol consumption and raucous fun. NTC's production of 'On the Razzle,' by Tom Stoppard, opens on the Newnan Theatre Company Main Stage tonight, May 9. Audiences won't need adult beverages to have a rollicking good time.

The Fox Theatre Announces the Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival Movie Lineup

(5/8/2013) - The Fox Theatre kicks off the 2013 Coca-Cola Summer Film Festival in June with six Oscar-winning films - the adventure classic Raiders of the Lost Ark, the 10th Anniversary of Finding Nemo, two of this year's "Best Picture" nominees Les Miserables and Django Unchained, the Director's Cut of Lawrence of Arabia, and the romantic comedy Breakfast at Tiffany's.

Now Playing Onstage in Atlanta - Week of 5/05/2013

(5/5/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 5/05/2013 for Atlanta

HAMLET Plays The Shakespeare Tavern, Now thru 6/23

(5/4/2013) - The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The New American Shakespeare Tavern presents Hamlet in repertory with Tom Stoppard's Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead. Hamlet, directed by Heidi Cline-McKerley, will run tonight, May 4-19 and May 30, June 1, 7, 9, 13, 15, 21, 23, 2013.

ASC Receives NEA Grant to Support Public School Residencies

(5/3/2013) - 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 a $30,000 grant to support their Total Access Shakespeare residency programming with local public schools.

Atlanta Botanical Garden's 2013 Garden of Eden Ball: CIRCUS! Set for 9/28

(5/2/2013) - Ladies and gentlemen! Announcing the one, the only, 2013 Garden of Eden Ball: Circus! In town for one spectacular night only on Saturday, September 28.

Voting Opens for the 2013 BroadwayWorld Awards! Vote Now for the Best of the 2012-13 Theatre Season...

(5/2/2013) - The Tony Awards Nominators had their say earlier this week and now it's your turn! We're pleased to announce that voting has now opened for the 11th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards!

Mythbusters: Behind the Myths Tour Will Play The Fox Theatre, 8/30

(5/1/2013) - The all-new live show "MythBusters: Behind the Myths," starring Jamie Hyneman and Adam Savage, co-hosts of the Emmy-nominated Discovery series 'MythBusters," will debut at The Fox Theatre for one performance only on Friday, August 30 at 8 PM. Tickets start at $45 and are available at www.FoxAtlTix.com, by calling 855-ATL-TIXX or by visiting the Fox ticket office, any Atlanta-area Whole Foods location, or Ticket Alternative outlets.

BWW Interviews: Andrew Crigler Goes From Rat to Director in Fabrefaction's CHARLOTTE'S WEB

(5/1/2013) - It is not unusual for directors to revisit plays that they have previously performed in, however, it is a little unusual to do so as quickly as Suzi-nominated actor/director Andrew Crigler currently is. In February and March, Crigler played Templeton the rat in the Alliance Theatre's production of 'Charlotte's Web,' and from May 10th-12th, he will be directing the same show as part of Fabrefaction Theatre's Young Artists Season.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, METAMORPHOSES & More Set for Georgia Shakespeare's 2013 Season

(5/1/2013) - As part of its multi-year process to create a strong operating model, Georgia Shakespeare previously announced the key elements of its 2013 artistic programming, which include a more focused approach to its summer productions, as well as further development of 'Shakespeare in the Park' into one of Atlanta's signature cultural events.

THE RASCALS: ONCE UPON A DREAM to Launch North American Tour, May 24

(4/29/2013) - Producers Steven Van Zandt and Maureen Van Zandt, Marc Brickman, Larry Magid and BASE Entertainment have announced that the sold-out Broadway engagement THE RASCALS: ONCE UPON A DREAM will embark on a tour to play venues across North America. The tour kicks off May 24, 2013 at Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida.

BWW Seeks Editors in Atlanta

(4/29/2013) - BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to head up feature coverage in Atlanta, GA.

Aurora Children's Playhouse Announces Summer Events

(4/29/2013) - Aurora Theatre assembles the best children's performers in the region, bringing them to Gwinnett County for the series Aurora Children's Playhouse. In the summertime the performance schedule moves to Wednesday with shows at 10 AM and 11:30 AM beginning on June 5 featuring five spectacular acts through July 10. Aurora Children's Playhouse: Summer Edition welcomes local families to attend, and offers special group rates for churches, camps and day cares to bus in groups.

Now Playing Onstage in Atlanta - Week of 4/28/2013

(4/28/2013) - Upcoming Shows - Week of 4/28/2013 for Atlanta

The Shakespeare Tavern to Stage ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, 5/23-6/22

(4/27/2013) - The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The New American Shakespeare Tavern presents Tom Stoppard's Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead in repertory with Hamlet. Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, directed by Jeff McKerley will run May 25, 26, 31 & June 2, 6, 8, 14, 16, 20, 22, 2013.

HAMLET to Play The Shakespeare Tavern, 5/4-6/23

(4/27/2013) - The Atlanta Shakespeare Company at The New American Shakespeare Tavern presents Hamlet in repertory with Tom Stoppard's Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead. Hamlet, directed by Heidi Cline-McKerley, will run May 4-19 and May 30, June 1, 7, 9, 13, 15, 21, 23, 2013.

The Second Annual Atlanta Fringe Festival Begins 6/5

(4/26/2013) - The Atlanta Fringe Festival has announced 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 performance, the Atlanta Fringe will host Fringe Radio, the only audio drama festival on the national Fringe network, with performances available for download or stream on the Festival website. The live festival is set to take place June 5-9, 2013, at locations in downtown and East Atlanta.

Dad's Garage Presents One-Man Show, APNEA, Now thru 6/1

(4/26/2013) - Tonight, April 26th at 8pm, Mike Schatz will take the stage to perform Dad's Garage's first one-man show since 1999 - Apnea. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 8 p.m. in the Dad's Garage Top Shelf.

Atlanta Opera Appoints Tomer Zvulun as General & Artisic Director

(4/25/2013) - Beginning June 1, 2013, Tomer Zvulun will become the Atlanta Opera's new general and artistic director. At only 37 years old, Zvulun is hailed as a rising star in the opera industry, and has earned consistent praise for his creative vision and work in prestigious opera houses worldwide, including The Metropolitan Opera, and the opera companies of Seattle, Cleveland, Dallas, Cincinnati, Buenos Aires, Wolf Trap and more. Zvulun, an Israeli native, will manage both the artistic and administrative aspects of The Atlanta Opera.

Jean-Yves Thibaudet To Perform ASO Premiere of James MacMillan's 'The Mysteries of Light'

(4/25/2013) - Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet will join Music Director Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra to perform the ASO premiere of James MacMillan's Piano Concerto No. 3, "The Mysteries of Light," May 30 and June 1, at 8:00 p.m., and June 2, 2013, at 3:00 p.m., in Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center. Mr. Spano will also lead the Orchestra in two compositions by Mozart: the Overture to The Magic Flute and Symphony No. 41, "Jupiter."

BWW Interviews: GA Shakespeare Brings Energy to the Park with MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

(4/24/2013) - Like temperatures creeping closer to the 90's and pollen covering all of metro-Atlanta, Georgia Shakespeare's trip to Piedmont Park has become an annual rite of spring. After eight years as 'Shake at the Lake', Georgia Shakespeare is readying a remount of last summer's hit comedy 'Much Ado About Nothing' for their second year in front of the Legacy Fountain with 'Shakespeare in the Park.' The show runs May 1st-5th at 7:30pm, with doors opening at 6:00pm.

Aurora Theatre Academy Summer Camp Announces 5/7 Open House

(4/24/2013) - In addition to the camp programs traditionally offered by Aurora Theatre Academy, this summer boasts something brand new, a fully produced musical production for students. Camps and intensives offer student's grades 1-12 a chance to work with seasoned professionals in a fun and supportive environment. All sessions culminate in a performance in one of the Southeast's best venues, Aurora Theatre. Once again, Aurora Theatre Director of Education, Jaclyn Hofmann has assembled an incredible team of teaching artists with professional credits in metro Atlanta's vibrant theatre, film and television industry.

The Fox Theatre Sets GREASE Sing-A-Long for 7/27

(4/24/2013) - The Fox Theatre will host Sing-a-long-a Grease, when the unique, interactive show rolls into town on Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 pm. You'd better shape up to sing along to the great movie musical, complete with on-screen lyrics and the chance to become a T-Bird or Pink Lady for the night and enter the world famous costume competition. Now, at last, Atlanta audiences will have the chance to experience "Summer Lovin'," "Grease Lightning" and the chance to sport a pink wig or greased quiff while belting out "You're The One That I Want". Tickets go on sale this Sunday, April 28 and are $15 in advance and $20 day of show. To purchase tickets, please visit www.foxatltix.com, call 855-ATL-TIXX or visit the Fox ticket office.

BWW Reviews: Simplistic SISTER ACT Raises Voices, Hearts in Joyful Atlanta Return

(4/24/2013) - While 'Sister Act: The Musical,' playing through Sunday at the Fabulous Fox Theatre, is by no means the epitome of theatrical storytelling, it succeeds in spades in its primary goal, and that is simply to entertain and empower. With a toe-tapping 70's inspired score, a script that never takes itself too seriously, and enough sequins to blind half of metro-Atlanta, 'Sister Act', the final show in Broadway Atlanta's season, is a feel good family-show that leaves audiences with a smile on their face and a tune on their lips.

THE PRODUCERS, SPAMALOT and More Set for Atlanta Lyric Theatre's 2013-14 Season at Cobb Civic Center

(4/23/2013) - Atlanta Lyric Theatre will present its 34th season of musicals. 2013-14 will be its most spectacular season to date! With five fantastic shows - Mel Brooks' hysterical Tony Award-winning The Producers; Frank Loesser's classic Broadway musical Guys and Dolls; the song and dance extravaganza Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies; everyone's favorite little orphan Annie the Musical; and the irreverently funny musings of Monty Python's Spamalot - the Lyric looks forward to continuing to deliver unforgettable theatrical experiences to its patrons. Additionally, The Lyric will re-mount the successful holiday production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas as an add-on to the season.

Next Stage Theatre Partners to Bring 'Weird' to the Square!

(4/23/2013) - Next Stage Theatre Company, is thrilled to announce that it has partnered with The Carnival of Doom, who organizes the annual Marietta Zombie walk each October, to bring 'immature mature entertainment' to the Marietta Square.

American Cancer Society Hosts Special Concert with Legendary Music Producer Quincy Jones and Friends, 5/23

(4/23/2013) - The American Cancer Society will celebrate its 100th Birthday with "An evening with Quincy Jones & Friends," taking place on Thursday May 23rd at 8 p.m. at Atlanta's iconic Fox Theatre. The legendary music producer will be joined for an unforgettable evening by special guests including James Ingram, Patti Austin, Siedah Garrett, Nikki Yanofsky and Alfredo Rodriguez. Tickets start at $55 and are available for purchase now at www.FoxAtlTix.com, by calling 1-888-ATL-TIXX or at the Fox Theatre ticket office.

Emory University Announces Creative Writing Fellows in Fiction and Poetry for 2013-2015

(4/23/2013) - The Emory University Creative Writing program announces the Creative Writing Fellows in Fiction and Poetry for 2013-2015. The new Creative Writing Fellow in Fiction is David Samuel Levinson and Malachi Black is named the Creative Writing Fellow in Poetry.