Atlanta ShowGuide - Winter 2012 by Atlanta ShowGuide

Winter 2012

Greater Atlanta’s Performing Arts Magazine

On the Cover: “City Lights” by Vickie Johnson

Artistry of Fine Artist Vickie Johnson

ShowGuide Profile: The Fabulous Fox Theatre

Creative Process: Atlanta Art Lives Here Celebrates the Regions Vibrant Cultural Milieu by Holley Calmes

Tales of Poe Chillingly Realized for the Puppet Stage

Jacquay Waller of DreamCatchers Productions Reflecting Reality on Stage Capital City Opera to Premiere New Work by Local Composer

ShowGuide Spotlights • Performance Guide Jan - Feb 2013 • ShowGuide Venues

Jan. 25–Feb. 9; May 10 & 18

Ambition Unbridled

Group Discounts and Travel Packages available! On Site dining now available at the Black Swan Bar and Bistro!

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Feb. 8–March 3

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Walking the Boardwalk by Vickie Johnson

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Artistry of Fine Artist Vickie Johnson: VJohnson Perceptions

Creative Process: Atlanta Art Lives Here Celebrates the Regions Vibrant Cultural Milieu by Holley Calmes

ShowGuide Profile: The Fabulous Fox Theatre

Tales of Poe Chillingly Realized for the Puppet Stage

Jacquay Waller of DreamCatchers Productions Reflecting Reality on Stage

Capital City Opera to Premiere New Work by Local Composer

ShowGuide Spotlights

Performance Guide January â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February 2013

ShowGuide Venues

Beliezian Boat by Vickie Johnson

Performance guide courtesy of atlantaplanit.com

ARTISTRY OF FINE ARTIST VICKIE JOHNSON VJOHNSON PERCEPTIONS

rt is a powerful tool by which we impact the lives of others. This carries a great responsibility. I try to make every stroke that I create a present to the viewer—an expression of what I see and feel. It is a fulfilling connection when someone identifies with my perceptions and desires a piece of my expression as a part of their life. My relationship with art began with the mountains, trees, and brooks of Tennessee. Through this landscape I saw colors and shapes through a very textural view, capturing the “feel” of what I experienced as much as the color and emotion of the moment. I have since lived in many places, affording me an opportunity to experience the “feel” of the land and cityscapes of Central America, Europe, and North America through my painting. Since living in Atlanta, Georgia, I have been intrigued with its Birds of Paradise unique personality, and have painted many scenes from the color and texture I have viewed, both day and night. Cities have their own “energy”—a personality of their own, including all the elements I love—people, landscape, architecture, movement, and lines. I am a very “linear” person, as evidenced through my compositions. I see connections between everything I view—lines indicating edges, direction, unity, the flow of texture —they all represent continuity and a feel of life and energy. Teaching art, both in the public schools and privately, affords me the ability to travel during my summers in search of sights yet unseen and beauty yet unpainted. As an award winning artist and teacher I have come to understand the tremendous impact that an artist can make on the lives of people, both young and old. I choose to think of my art as a gift that comes with the responsibility to create something that pleases God, myself and others. A gift unused is a gift wasted. For more information, visit vjohnsonperceptions.com, 404-435-4040

Torn Tree

– The New York Daily News

Music and lyrics by

Taste Jazz

Michael Friedman Book by Alex Timbers

Directed by Freddie

Ashley

Jan. 10 - Feb. 17 actors-express.com 404.607.SHOW Actor’s Express at the King Plow Arts Center

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12/3/12 12:27 PM

Join us at

more info: www.jazzorchestraatlanta.org

“Bloody entertaining!”

JOA Big Band with Special Guest

Joe Gransden 40: Open bar, heavy hors d'ouevres 7pm March 14 at Alston & Bird LLP

CREATIVE PROCESS:

ATLANTA ART LIVES HERE CELEBRATES THE REGION’S VIBRANT CULTURAL MILIEU

By Holley Calmes

“W

e want people to realize that they don’t need to travel across the country to experience high caliber performances and exhibitions,” says Atlanta PlanIt’s Operations Manager Kimberly Harbrecht. “One of the main messages we have been telling the community is that ‘You are where the art is!” “Atlanta Art Lives Here” is the energetic public awareness campaign that is celebrating its second year. It is a collaborative vehicle informing citizens of the Atlanta region that all types of fine arts are right here at home, reaching out to entertain, enlighten and educate them. 25 individual arts organizations have signed on for another year’s campaign, finding strength and encouragement in unity. “We realized that we could have a greater impact by pulling together all of our resources as one,” Ms. Harbrecht continues. “Atlanta PlanIt organized the campaign and leads the group’s efforts, which are chosen by the participating organizations.” Housed in the PBS complex with WABE-FM and TV channel PBA30, AtlantaPlanit has become a major resource for arts information in Atlanta. “Atlanta Art Lives Here” is perfectly placed for visibility and support. Most Atlantans probably aren’t aware the sizeable impact that the arts have on the area. “The ten county Metro Atlanta region is home to 15,326 arts-related businesses that employ 62,310 people,” states Ms. Harbrecht. “The arts generated $300 million in direct economic activity in 2010. In 2011, Governor

MICHAEL C. CARLOS MUSEUM Of EMORy UnIvERSIty carlos.emory.edu

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Deal signed legislation moving the Georgia Council for the Arts from the Governor’s Office of Planning and Budget to the Georgia Department of Economic Development. This clearly shows that people are beginning to realize how much of an impact the arts make, and that tourism and the arts are closely related.” Although the economy has not helped the status of financial support, the banding together of individual organizations has definitely helped many participants. Ms. Harbrecht explains, “We have a number of arts organizations participating this year who dedicated a significant amount of their marketing budget to this campaign. These groups might not be able to afford some of the marketing tools on their own, such as digital billboards and print ads, but this campaign has offered them this opportunity, and they are getting a better ‘bang for their buck’ by pooling resources. This campaign reflects how the industry can work well together.” Funding for the arts is of concern to all. “Funding for the arts is something that everyone involved in this campaign is concerned about. Support for the arts goes beyond just a specific performance or exhibit. It reaches the local economy and provides jobs.” Hoped-for results for “Atlanta Art Lives Here” are being seen. “This year, we wanted to double our reach for the campaign, and we have greatly surpassed that goal already,” Ms. Harbrecht states. “Initial goals for this campaign were to raise awareness and adoption of all the arts and cultural groups in Metro Atlanta; educate the community of the breadth and impact of the arts; and demonstrate how the industry can work well together. “Now that we have established a strong foundation for the campaign, we are looking forward to an even bigger and better campaign for next year and for the years to come.” “Atlanta ShowGuide is proud to support the ‘Atlanta Art Lives Here” campaign by becoming its official publication and media resource.” For more info go to www.atlantaartliveshere.org

COMING UP

This season: Ages 4+

By Thistle Theatre of Seattle, WA

Jan 8 - 27

Diane Pavelin

In this bilingual Mexican folktale, Brother Coyote conspires to eat Doña Conchita’s plump chickens. But quick-witted Sister Fox stays one step ahead of him! Spanish, English, and plenty of chickens! Supported in part Supported in part by:by:

Ages

Written and directed by Jon Ludwig Watching over the insect citizens of Bugville is the superhero, Mighty Bug! But he isn’t the only arthropod with an eye on the town. Can Mighty Bug defeat the evil Scorpiana and save Bugville? Find out in this fun and educational adventure!

Jan 31 - Mar 17

Step inside the ruins of a fallen house where it’s always a midnight dreary. Weaving Poe’s macabre tales into a tapestry of terror, this performance will leave your heart pounding, evermore!

Ages 12+

Part of the New Directions Series for Adults & Teens

Adapted by Bobby Box in collaboration with Jon Ludwig Directed by Michael Haverty

Feb 12 - Mar 3 Cash Bar at evening performances!

404.873.3391 www.puppet.org 1404 Spring Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30309 Limited FREE Parking • MARTA Accessible Season supported in part by: Fulton County Arts Council, City of Atlanta Oﬃce of Cultural Aﬀairs, Georgia Council for the Arts.

SHOWGUIDE PROFILE:

THE FABULOUS FOX THEATRE

he historic Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s premiere venues for live entertainment. The Fox’s 4,678 seat theatre is booked more than 300 performances a year ranging from Broadway to rock to comedy to movies. The historic Fox Theatre is located on Peachtree Street in the heart of the city. Not only is it on the National Historic Register, but it is one of the city’s most beloved landmarks. But the Fox Theatre is more than an Atlanta Landmark—it is an Industry Leader. Billboard Magazine ranked the Fox Theatre as the #1 Venue World Wide for the Decade in 2011, and most recently ranked the Fox the #2 venue for 2012 The Fox has also been named “Top Stop of the Decade” by industry publication Venues Today Magazine. Venues Today also ranked the Fox as #1 for it’s size and #8 in the world on “Social Media Power 100 List” in recognition of their large and dynamic social media presence. The Fox is also serious about its commitment to the environment. In 2011, the Fox began working with the firm Working Buildings to assist in identifying areas where it could implement efficiency measures across the spectrum of Fox Operations. The sustainability plan supports the community and environment by reducing environmental waste, landfill use, and consumption of natural resources. As a result, the Fox diverts almost 20 tons of waste from landfills on a quarterly basis. The Fox Theatre is a proud participant in the Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge. The Better Buildings Challenge is a national program geared towards making commercial buildings all over the country more energy efficient while creating jobs and building a stronger economy. Along with Seattle and Los Angeles, Atlanta is one of the three “first-mover” cities selected for this important initiative. The Fox’s participation speaks to the theatre’s role as a leader in the community, and their commitment to becoming more energy efficient. As a 501(c)(3)not-for-profit arts organization, the Fox Theatre stands today as a fiercely protected and nationally acclaimed theater and is celebrating its 83rd year. Tickets for all events are available at The Fox Theatre Ticket Office or online at www.FoxATLtix.com, or visit The Fox Theatre website at www. foxtheatre.org. The Fox Theatre is located at 660 Peachtree Street NE. 10

Robert Battle Artistic Director Masazumi Chaya Associate Artistic Director

Alicia Graf Mack. Photo by Andrew Eccles.

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TALES OF POE — CHILLINGLY REALIZED FOR THE PUPPET STAGE

his February, Center for Puppetry Arts is pleased to present Tales of Edgar Allan Poe as part of the 2012-13 New Directions Series for Adults & Teens! In this performance, Poe’s tortured psyche is resurrected among the ruins of a fallen house where mysterious spirits bedevil the dead and it’s always a midnight dreary. Gothic designs, haunting music, and shadowy figures breathe life into Poe’s tapestry of terror, weaving his classics The Raven, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Bells, The Black Cat, and The Cask of Amontillado with his lesser known works, Berenice, The Oval Portrait, M.S. Found in a Bottle, and Lenore. These tales are removed from the shelf and chillingly realized on stage, giving life to the dead and leaving your heart pounding. Tales of Edgar Allan Poe is adapted by Bobby Box, in collaboration with Jon Ludwig, and directed by Michael Haverty. Puppeteers Luis Hernandez, Reay Kaplan, and Rudy Roushdi bring Poe’s infamous characters to life using a unique “table-top” puppetry style, in which live actors share the stage with the puppets on a multi-planed set. Music is performed live by Atlanta-based composer and percussionist, Klimchak, who uses unconventional and original instruments such as wine bottles, saws, and didgeridoos, to create a ghostly and tension-filled atmosphere. The show is recommended for ages 12 through adult and offers matinees and evening performances. Before the show, patrons may explore the Museum exhibits featuring beloved Jim Henson puppets such as Kermit the Frog, Cookie Monster, and Big Bird. During evening performances, guests may also stop by our beer/wine cash bar, Fortunato’s Tavern, so they can better get into the spirit of the evening. Valentine’s Day looking dreary? Bittersweet break-up? Is your love life “nevermore?” Or just looking for a different way to honor the day? Come celebrate an unconventional Valentine’s Day at the Center for Puppetry Arts during our “Oh, Poe is Me!” Valentine’s Weekend, February 14th – 17th, 2013 (evening performances only). During this bittersweet weekend, guests may post “broken-heart valentines” for all to see, professing their various emotions for the significant others of their past, present, or future. Whether you are in or out of love, this unique, tongue-in-cheek Valentine’s activity is sure to leave your heart yearning for more! 12

Celebrate our 20 years on Peachtree - see a different play each month! 404-874-5299 ShakespeareTavern.com 499 Peachtree St. Atlanta 30308

Eat, Drink, and Nourish the Soul

JACQUAY WALLER OF DREAMCATCHER PRODUCTIONS REFLECTING REALITY ON STAGE

reamCatcher Productions is a theatre and film company that seeks to inspire, challenge and impact its surroundings by addressing issues that go untouched through various artistic outlets. It is an organization that strives to provide opportunities for others to “Catch their Dreams”. The visionary behind DreamCatcher Productions is Jacquay Waller. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Jacquay believes that “the stage should be a refection of our reality”. In other words, he believes that “the stage should mimic real life”. His training in classical music began at a young age and his acting career began as an adolescent. These talents awarded him vocal and academic scholarships to Tennessee State University (TSU), where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science. Upon leaving TSU, Jacquay took his first job in corporate America as rocket scientist for Raytheon Missile Company in Tucson, AZ. Although successful there, he knew that his calling into the ministry could not be ignored and Jacquay enrolled in Candler School of Theology at Emory University. His love for the Arts was re-awakened while attending Emory. In his last year of seminary, Jacquay produced and directed the show “Coming From Where I’m From.” This directorial debut was the catalyst for launching DreamCatcher Productions in Atlanta, Georgia. After obtaining his Master’s of Divinity (M.Div.) from Emory University and his Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Troy University, Jacquay remained compelled to nurture his artistic talents and spiritual goals. He became an accomplished member of AmeriColor Opera Alliance. Some of his performances with them include, “Madame C.J. Walker,” “Porgy and Bess,” “King Solomon” and the play “Unspoken”. He is also the recipient of James A. Hyter award. While honing his skills through avenues such as opera, local film, and stage performances, Jacquay continued to build DreamCatcher Productions. The company serves a conduit for developing and producing fresh content for the stage and screen. Jacquay serves as actor, writer, director and producer for DreamCatcher Productions. He is the creative genius behind the “Black Man-O-logues” series of stage plays. Other titles from DreamCatcher include, “Black Knight”, “The E.N.D.”, “Fading Flowers”, “Squeeze Pleeze”, “Unhappily EverAfter”, “The Wishlist”, “Race Me”, “Bullied”, “Traffik”, “Suspended”, “Gangs & Greeks”, “Smoking Gun”, “FatherHood”, and “Choices.” Jacquay recently established the DreamCatcher Collective; non-profit arts organization designed educate, immerse, and support emerging artists. One of his most popular productions, “the Black Man-O-logues” will run February 9-10, 2013 at 14th Street Playhouse. For more information, please visit www.catchingdreamz.com. 14

LEE HARPER STUDIOS Home of

Lee Harper & Dancers and

Lee Harper & Dancers II,

a children’s dance company – Grades 4 - 12

Creative Movement · Modern · Ballet · Pointe · Tap

404-364-9555 Get information about Ms. Harper’s book, Lee Harper & Dancers... Since 1980, on her updated website, leeharperanddancers.com

Lee Harper named a 2002 Lexus Leader of the Arts. 33 Years of Teaching and Performing in Atlanta

12 / 13 season

flora glenn candler concert series

s c h war Tz cenTer for performing arTs

satUrdaY, feb 2 grammy-winning pianist

fridaY, feb 22

Violinist and composer

daniel bernard roumain (dbr)

Yefim bronfman

Special dance program: monica Bill BarneS & company, FeB. 28–mar. 2

tickets on sale now!

arts.eMorY.edU/concerts 404.727.5050

CAPITOL CITY OPERA TO PREMIERE NEW WORK BY LOCAL COMPOSER

his season Capitol City Opera Company is enjoying the rare opportunity not only to present the world premiere of a new work, but also to champion its mission to elevate local artists in the process. Capitol City Opera will present The Secret Agent, an opera by Atlanta-area composer Curtis Bryant, March 15-17, 2013, at the Conant Performing Arts Center. Based on the 1907 novel by Joseph Conrad, The Secret Agent is full of themes that resonate with modern audiences today: anarchy, conspiracy, terrorism, betrayal, and murder. “Set in 1930s London, the opera will have a gritty, atmospheric feel to enhance the turbulent action on stage and the urgent, neoclassical orchestration,” said company Artistic Director Michael Nutter. “Audiences can expect many tension-building twists in the tale leading to the dramatic final scene.” The opera will be performed with full orchestral accompaniment. Artistic Director Michael Nutter is assembling a cast of local operatic talent, including veterans and rising stars, for principal roles including baritone Wade Thomas as Verloc, tenor Keith Lee as Vladimir, and countertenor Chase Davidson as Stevie. Catherine Giel is Music Director and Michael Giel is Conductor. Curtis Bryant has composed extensively for choirs, film and television, and his first opera, Zabette, was presented at Atlanta’s Rialto theatre in 1999. To create The Secret Agent, Bryant collaborated with New York forensic psychiatrist Allen Reichman. A long time opera lover, Reichman had nearly finished work on a libretto adaptation of The Secret Agent when he began his search for composers. He selected Bryant from a list of composers of recent operas who had submitted works to the New York City Opera’s Vox Reading Sessions. In the stack of scores was Zabette. Bryant recalls, “An email led to a several more exchanges and finally a phone call.” Their new collaboration was underway. “The Secret Agent is the perfect story for an opera,” said Reichman. “After all, it has an accidental death, a maternal obsession, a murder with a pointed weapon, a betrayal, and a death by suicide.” 16

PRESENTS

Book by JOSEPH STEIN (based on Sholem Aleichem’s stories) Lyrics by SHELDON HARNICK Music by JERRY BOCK Directed by BRIAN KIMMEL

January 19 – February 3 MJCCA • Morris & Rae Frank Theatre 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody

TICKETS: 678.812.4002 or atlantajcc.org/companyj

WILLIAM KANENGISER, GUITAR

Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013 • 8:15PM • $40 CLAYTON STATE UNIVERSITY MORROW, GEORGIA

“One of the extraordinary masters of the instrument” (Seattle Post-Intelligencer), guitarist William Kanegiser has developed a unique repertoire for his instrument through unusual commissions and a creative approach to transcription. His “relaxed, playful manner… contrasts with his controlled, intense playing” (St. Louis Post-Dispatch).

AN EVENING WITH

RONAN TYNAN

Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013 • 8:15PM • $50

WILLIAM KANENGISER

RONAN TYNAN

TICKETS: (678) 466-4200 Tickets available for purchase online at www.SpiveyHall.org

Irish tenor Ronan Tynan is a tremendously popular musician, an inspiring singer and speaker, and an undeniable force of nature. Millions have been moved by his resplendent voice. His stirring televised performances in memory of the nation’s losses on 9/11 have made him a household name.

ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE spotlights Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson at Actor’s Express

to your word all year long! Join us in January with The Tempest, featuring a magical island inhabited by spirits and shipwrecked travelers. This season’s Romeo and Juliet (February) stars two incredibly talented Georgia high school students in the title roles. Fierce love forces its way into the hearts of Beatrice and Benedict in Much Ado About Nothing (March). Julius Caesar reigns (for a bit) in April and our summer begins with a repertory of Hamlet and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (May/June).

Actor’s Express continues its 25th Anniversary season with the Broadway hit, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, running January 10 – February 17 at King Plow Arts Center. With music and lyrics written by Michael Friedman, and a book by its director Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson was a hit at New York’s Public Theatre in 2009 before moving to Broadway in September, 2010. The rock-musical received rave reviews and went on to win Drama Desk and Outer Critic Circle Awards. For more information, visit www.actorsexpress.com or call 404.607.SHOW

Capitol City Opera’s The Secret Agent

Capitol City Opera presents the world premiere of The Secret Agent, a new opera by composer Curtis Bryant based on Joseph Conrad’s novel of the same name. With libretto by forensic psychiatrist Allen Reichman, The Secret Agent is set in 20th century London at a time of social unrest. With urgent, neoclassical orchestration underscoring the turbulent action on stage, the story follows anarchist Adolf Verloc and his unsuspecting wife Winnie as they navigate a society in chaos while their lives hang in the balance. Conant Performing Arts Center at Oglethorpe University March 15-17, 2013. TICKETS ON SALE NOW at www.ccityopera.org.

History Matters: Four Days of Fury: Atlanta 1906

Located at Atlanta History Center This February 15, 16, 17 and 22, 23, 24, 2013, the Atlanta History Center premieres a unique, immersive experience inspired by the events of the Race Riot of 1906. The gallery-based performance, Four Days of Fury: Atlanta 1906, by resident playwright Addae Moon involves audiences in the ideas, debates, emotions, and perspectives that led to this pivotal, yet unfamiliar event in Atlanta history. This hour-long theatre experience is recommended for young adults, sixteen and up, based on language and sensitive subject matter. There is limited capacity per performance and reservations are required. Admission is $10 for Atlanta History Center members, $15 nonmembers. For a schedule of performance times or to reserve your tickets online, visit AtlantaHistoryCenter.com/4Days.

Company J at the MCAA

Company J at the MJCCA presents Fiddler on the Roof. Whether this is your first time or your fiftieth, you will delight in Tevye, Golde, and the other colorful characters of Anatevka. Filled with a powerful and heartwarming score including Tradition, Matchmaker, If I Were A Rich Man, and Sunrise, Sunset, this production is the don’tmiss theater event of the season. Performances

Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern

If your New Year’s resolution is to “get out more,” then The Shakespeare Tavern is the place to keep true 18

“Beehive” is a high-energy musical revue tracing the coming of age of February 15, women’s music through dozens of popular hits of the girl groups and through solo singers of the 1960’s. The Chiffons, The Supremes, Tina Turner, March 3, 2013 and Aretha Franklin are just some of the 60’s pop stars portrayed by the super talented cast. Hear such favorites as “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “One Fine Day,” “Where the Boys Are,” “Downtown,” “Proud Mary,” “(You Make Me Fell Like) A Natural Woman,” and “Respect.”

TICKETS: 404.377.9948

www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com

117 N Park Sq. NE, Marietta, GA (free parking across the street at Cobb County Parking Garage)

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ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE spotlights begin on Saturday, January 19 and continue through Sunday, February 3 with a sensory friendly performance on January 27 and a singalong performance on February 3. Ticket prices range from $12-$30 with discounts for MJCCA members, students, seniors, and groups. For tickets and information, visit www.atlantajcc. org/companyj or 678.812.4002.

eduDancical Productions, Inc.announces it’s annual Kwanzaa Celebration. Terrie Ajile Axam, founder and Artistic Director of Atlanta’s Total Dane Company is a cultural arts entertainer and dancer/choreographer. A former member of the Grammy Award winning group Arrested Development, she created the national college tour production Fusion- From Africa To Hip Hop. Ajile considers herself a dancer with a message. Ajile’s work is termed a dancical, which is a powerful blend of dance, music and theater. She is the creator of the Mojah dance technique. Ajile will perform and host the evening presenting Oginga on Djembe and Total Dance Company.

Dancical Productions Presents Kwanzaa Celebration

Dancical Productions, Inc. announces it’s annual Kwanzaa Celebration. Terrie Ajile Axam, founder and Artistic Director of Atlanta’s Total Dane Company is a cultural arts entertainer and dancer/choreographer. A former member of the Grammy Award winning group Arrested Development, she created the national college tour production Fusion- From Africa To Hip Hop. Ajile considers herself a dancer with a message. Ajile’s work is termed a dancical, which is a powerful blend of dance, music and theater. She is the creator of the Mojah dance technique. Ajile will perform and host the evening presenting Oginga on Djembe and Total Dance Company.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

In its 15th annual year of audiencecaptivating performances at the Fox Theatre, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s extraordinary dancers makes their way back to center stage with exciting and always inspiring performances. Tickets go on sale on Oct. 15, starting at $25, and can be purchased online at www.foxtheatre.org. Show dates and times are as follows: Thursday, Feb. 14 at 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 15 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 16 at 2 (matinee) and 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. (matinee). Performances will include dynamic season premieres and Alvin Ailey’s classic, Revelations.

Discover the World at the Carlos Museum

Stories of love, power, beauty, glory, and faith are revealed at the Michael C. Carlos Museum where the histories of world cultures are brought to life through exceptional works of art from ancient Egypt, Nubia, Greece, Rome, the Near East, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. New Art of the Americas galleries, featuring Native North American art, spanning 4000 years from the plains of Mexico to the mountains of Peru, with over 436 works of art. Discover the world through gallery talks, children’s programs, interactive technology, audio tours, exhibitions, films, and more. www.carlos.emory.

Jazz Orchestra Atlanta

“A Taste of Jazz” on Thursday, March 14, 2013 from 7p-9p at the offices of Alston and Bird in midtown Atlanta will feature Jazz Orchestra Atlanta’s big band performing with special guest Joe Gransden. The $40 per person ticket provides an open bar, heavy 20

OPEN HOUSE January 10 â&#x20AC;˘ 6:30 Nurturing Young Dancers Since 1977 Wade Walthall, Artistic Director

Meet our excellent teaching staff and tour our new facility!

GBT is reaching out to new students for the January 2013 winter session of classes in Classical Ballet, Modern, Jazz and Hip Hop. GBT is proud to be the host for the Youth America Grand Prix Southeastern Semi Finals March 1-3, 2013. MASTER CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS will be in our new studios. Competitions held at the Gwinnett Performing Arts Center.

Call us for information about classes, performances and YAGP.

770-237-0046 www.gwinnettballet.org Gwinnett Ballet Theatre 1800 McLeod Drive Lawrenceville

ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE spotlights hor d’oeuvres and the chance to hear and dance to great big band jazz! Proceeds from this gala help support the JOA Summer Jazz Camp in June, 2013. Upcoming in April is International Jazz Day at Oglethorpe University on Tuesday, April 30th, 2013. See more information about JOA at www.jazzorchestraatlanta.org.

the Arts. Even after more than three decades, she continues to teach, perform and inspire dancers and audiences with the same innovation she has shown throughout the years, and Atlanta is the richer for it. Lolita Snipes Productions

When a vibrant young Pastor from New York moves down south to take over an old style church, the zany antics are non-stop when two church mothers fall in love with him while sparks fly as other members fight to keep their old traditions in tact. Come see Lolita Snipes Productions hilariously funny stage play “Good God A’ Mighty!” starring Tony Award winning actress Melba Moore when it graces the 14st Playhouse Main Stage February 14-24, 2013 and learn that God really does have a sense of humor! For more info or tickets contact 404-7335000, www.LolitaSnipesProductions.com

Emory’s Schwartz Center Celebrates 10 Years

Emory’s Schwartz Center for Performing Arts celebrates 10 years with signature anniversary events this February. On Feb. 2, virtuoso pianist Yefim Bronfman performs Schumann, Brahms and Prokofiev, followed by a champagne reception. Other exciting anniversary events include Emory’s Jazz Fest, Feb. 8-9, with saxophonist Victor Goines and the Gary Motley Trio; and “Watching Chekhov Watching,” original adaptions of Anton Chekhov’s short stories with an audience talkback on Feb. 15. On Feb. 22, violinist and composer Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR) comes to Emory for residency activities and a concert. DBR melds his classical music roots with personal cultural references and vibrant musical imagination. Call 404-727-5050 or visit arts.emory.edu/ anniversary for tickets, event and anniversary details.

Vahid Prductions Presents Sojourner

“Sojourner” January 23-27, 7 Stages Theatre. “Based on the life and times of freedom fighter Sojourner Truth, this powerful story is told through the emotional testimony of versatile actress Zuhairah... Her performance, which was highly interactive with the audience, was both moving and convincing. “ — Kim Roberts, The Philadelphia Tribune. “Zuhairah, a spirited actress, plays the lead with all of Truth’s dramatic intensity, emotional depth, and occasional humor. Zuhairah holds our attention,stimulates our emotions every minute of the play, it’s primarily a one-person show. Her mobile face and expressive hands adds much to her characterization of Sojourner Truth.” —Holly Webster, The Swarthmorean. Tickets and details www. vahidmanagementandproduction.com

Lee Harper and Dancers Begins 33rd Season in Atlanta

Many of the dancers who perform with Lee Harper & Dancers have been with company for over a decade. In addition to Miss Harper, they include: Dominique Fewell, Jenny Gould, Keiko Guest, Scott Palma, Millie Rhodes, Katy Roelle, Laura Rossini and Elaine Wadsworth. A Lexus Leader of the Arts, Miss Harper is the recipient of numerous honors including two Choreography Fellowships from the National Endowment for 22

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE winter December

Dance

Theatre HAVE A HOLLY JOLLY MURDER 11/08/12 - 01/09/13 Prices: Start @ $65.00 (includes meal) Agatha’s 161 Peachtree Center Ave. TIX: 404-584-2255 www.agathas.com THE THEORY OF EVERYTHING 12/8/2012 - 12/22/2012 Prices: $20 The Collective Project, Inc. Goat Farm Arts Center, The 1200 Foster St. TIX: www.facebook.com/TheGoatFarmAtlanta/info THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI 11/29/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices: $20 to $40 Theatrical Outfit, Balzer Theater, Herren’s 84 Luckie St. NW. TIX: 678-528-1500 www.theatricaloutfit.org

ATLANTA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER 12/7/2012 - 12/26/2012 Prices: $20 to $88 Atlanta Ballet, Fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-873-5811 www.atlantaballet.com TOTEM 10/26/2012 - 12/30/2012 Prices: $28.25 to $278.50 Cirque du Soleil, Atlantic Station, 171 17th St. TIX: 404-733-1221 www.cirquedusoleil.com FUSION - FROM AFRICA TO HIP HOP 12/29/12 Prices: $15.00 tickets - Sold out $20.00 tickets Atlanta’s Total Dance Company, The Balzer Theater at Herren”s 84 Luckie Street TIX: fusion-africatohiphop.eventbrite.com

Music Theatre

CHARLES DICKENS’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL 11/29/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices: $15 to $36 Atlanta Shakespeare Company 499 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-874-5299 www.shakespearetavern.com

HOLIDAYS WITH THE CHALKS 11/30/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices: $20 to $45 Alliance Theatre, Hertz Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org

A CHRISTMAS CAROL 11/23/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices: $21 to $60 Alliance Theatre Alliance Theatre’s Main Stage 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org

WHITE CHRISTMAS 12/7/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices:$25 to $50 Atlanta Lyric Theatre, The Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square Marietta TIX: 404-377-9948 www.atlantalyrictheatre.com/

LITTLE WOMEN 11/29/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices: $18 to $27 Fabrefaction Theatre, 999 Brady Ave. TIX: 404-876-9468 www.fabrefaction.org

SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS 11/29/2012 - 12/30/2012 Prices: $20 to $35 The Strand Theatre, The 117 North Park Square Marietta TIX: 770-293-0080 www.earlsmithstrand.org

THE SANTALAND DIARIES 11/23/2012 - 12/30/2012 Prices: $25 to $40 Horizon Theatre, 1083 Austin Ave. NE TIX: 404-584-7450 www.horizontheatre.com NYE BLACK COMEDY EXPLOSION 12/31/2012 Prices: $64.90 to $97 Fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 1-800-745-3000 www.foxtheatre.org

Concerts A VERY MERRY HOLIDAY POPS 12/21/2012 - 12/22/2012 Prices: $22 to $60 NEW YEAR’S EVE WITH THE ASO 12/31/2012 Prices: $31 to $69 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center, Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

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ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE winter LIBBY’S AT THE EXPRESS 12/15/2012 - 12/23/2012 Prices: $40 Actor’s Express, King Plow Arts Center 887 W. Marietta St., Suite J-107 TIX: 404-607-7469 www.actors-express.com

HARABEL 1/10/2013 - 1/13/2013 Prices: $22 to $44 Theatrical Outfit, Balzer Theater, Herren’s, 84 Luckie St. NW TIX: 678-528-1500 www.theatricaloutfit.org RUSSELL PETERS: NOTORIOUS 1/19/2013 Prices: $48 to $63 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com/

THE JAGGED STONES - ROLLING STONE TRIBUTE 12/31/2012 Prices: $35 adv The Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square Marietta TIX: 770-293-0080 www.earlsmithstrand.org

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF January 19 - February 3 Prices (range): $12-$30 Company J at the MJCCA, MJCCA Morris & Rae Frank Theatre, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody TIX: 678.812.4002 atlantajcc.org/companyj

Galleries & Museums PASSPORT TO CELEBRATIONS 11/14/2012 - 12/30/2012 WAR IN OUR BACKYARDS: DISCOVERING ATLANTA 1/2/2012 12/31/2012 Prices: Free with Museum Admission; $16.50 - $11; Children (3 and under): Free! Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW TIX: 404-814-4000 www.atlantahistorycenter.com

STEEL MAGNOLIAS 1/17/2013 - 1/20/2013 Prices: $25 Strand Theatre, The 117 North Park Square Marietta TIX: 770-293-0080 www.earlsmithstrand.org THE TEMPEST 1/3/2013 - 1/27/2013 Prices: $15 to $36 Atlanta Shakespeare Company, 499 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-874-5299 www.shakespearetavern.com

Kids Shows

SOJOURNER 1/23/2013 - 1/27/2013 Prices: $20; Seniors: $10 7 Stages Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. NE TIX: 404-523-7647 www.7stages.org

MADELINE’S CHRISTMAS 12/8/2012 - 12/30/2012 Prices $15; Children (12 and under): $12 Horizon Theatre, 1083 Austin Ave. NE TIX: 404-584-7450 www.horizontheatre.com

Dance

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER 11/8/2012 - 1/6/2013 Prices: $13.25 to $20.50; Children (2 and under): Free! Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW TIX: 404-873-3391 www.puppet.org

CINDERELLA 1/4/2013 - 1/6/2013 Prices: $10 to $43 Atlanta Ballet, Gwinnett Performing Arts Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy. Duluth TIXS:404-873-5811 www.atlantaballet.com

January Theatre

SHEN YUN PERFORMING ARTS 1/5/2013 - 1/6/2013 Prices: $50 to $150 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com/

GOOD MORNING MURDER 01/10/13 - 04/24/13 Prices: Start @ $65.00 (includes meal) Agatha’s 161 Peachtree Center Ave. TIX: 404-584-2255 www.agathas.com

SHEN YUN PERFORMING ARTS 1/8/2013 - 1/9/2013 Prices: $64.15 to $170.40 Fabulous Fox Theatre, The 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 1-800-745-3000 www.foxtheatre.org

JUAN SIDDI FLAMENCO THEATRE COMPANY 1/13/2013 Prices: $22 to $39 Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Dr. NW Atlanta TIX: 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

Music Theatre 24-HOUR OPERA PROJECT 1/26/2013 1/26/2013 Prices: Free! The Atlanta Opera Center, 1575 Northside Dr. NW Bldg. 300, Suite 350 TIX: 404-881-8801 www.atlantaopera.org THE PRODUCERS 1/25/2013 - 1/31/2013 Prices: $25 to $65 Theater of the Stars, Fabulous Fox Theatre, The 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 1-800-745-3000 www.theaterofthestars.com

Concerts WORLD PREMIERE 1/10/2013 - 1/12/2013 Prices: $23 to $67 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center, Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org WILLIAM TERWILLIGER, VIOLIN 1/15/2013 Prices: Free! SARAH KAPPS, CELLO 1/16/2013 Prices: Free! NICHOLAS ROTH, PIANO 1/24/2013 Prices: Free! CORY MIXDORF, TROMBONE 1/25/2013 Prices Free! Georgia State University School of Music, Kopleff Recital Hall at GSU, 10 Peachtree Center Ave. NE TIX: 404-413-5901 www.music.gsu.edu BRYAN ADAMS 1/20/2013 Prices: $35 to $69.50 adv MORRISSEY 1/31/2013 Prices: $37 to $53 adv Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com/

BLUE MAN GROUP 1/15/2013 - 1/20/2013 Prices: $23 to $58 Theater of the Stars, Fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. TIX: 1-800-745-3000 www.theaterofthestars.com/ SYMPHONIC WIND ENSEMBLE CONCERT 1/22/2013 Prices: Free! Georgia State University School of Music, Rialto Center for the Arts, 80 Forsyth St. NW Atlanta TIX: 404-413-9849 www.rialtocenter.org AHREWN HAN, ORGAN 01/19/13 only Prices: $30.00 THE GLEN MILLER ORCHESTRA 01/20/13 only Prices: $40.00 VENICE BAROQUE ORCHESTRA 01/26/13 only Prices: $65.00 Spivey Hall @ Clayton State University, Morrow Ga. 30260 TIX: 678-466-4200 www.spiveyhall.org CHICK COREA AND GARY BURTON WITH HARLEM STRING QUARTET 1/26/2013 Prices: $44 to $69 Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX: 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

Galleries & Museums ‘FOR I AM THE BLACK JAGUAR’ - SHAMANIC VISIONARY EXPERIENCE IN ANCIENT AMERICAN ART 9/8/2012 - 1/5/2013 Prices: Free with Museum Admission; $8 - $6; Children (5 and under): Free! Michael C. Carlos Museum, 571 South Kilgo Circle TIX: 404-727-4282 www.carlos.emory.edu AMERICAN ENCOUNTERS: THOMAS COLE AND THE NARRATIVE LANDSCAPE 9/22/2012 - 1/6/2013 CHOOSE ME: ARTHUR GRACE’S PORTRAITS OF A PRESIDENTIAL RACE 10/9/2012 - 1/6/2013 CIVIL RIGHTS PHOTOGRAPHY 8/21/2012 - 1/13/2013 SUSAN COFER: DRAW NEAR 10/27/2012 - 1/27/2013 Prices: Free with Museum Admission; $19.50 - $12; Children (5 and under): Free! High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.high.org

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE winter ART FOR THE HOLIDAYS 12/8/2012 - 1/12/2013 Prices: Admission is free pb&j gallery, 35 Howard St. SE TIX: 404-606-1856 www.pbj-gallery.com

GOOD PEOPLE 11/27/2012 - 2/10/2013 Prices: $30 to $60 Alliance Theatre’s Main Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org

GREETINGS FROM ATLANTA: A POSTCARD RETROSPECTIVE 4/13/2012 - 1/27/2013 Prices: Free! Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW TIX: 404-814-4000 www.atlantahistorycenter.com

WATCHING CHEKHOV WATCHING 2/15/2013 - 2/24/2013 Prices: $18 Arts at Emory, Emory’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. TIX: 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu

Kid Shows

FLY 1/30/2013 - 2/24/2013 Prices: $15 to $33 Theatrical Outfit, Balzer Theater, Herren’s, 84 Luckie St. NW TIX: 678-528-1500 www.theatricaloutfit.org

WAITING FOR BALLOON 12/27/2012 - 1/19/2013 Prices: $10 Alliance Theatre Alliance Theatre’s Black Box Theatre TEEN GALLERY SLAM: THE ART OF POETRY 1/21/2013 Prices: Free! (with valid high school ID); Register online to read a poem High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.high.org

BIKE AMERICA 2/1/2013 - 2/24/2013 Prices: $30 to $40 Alliance Theatre’s Hertz Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org GOOD GOD A’MIGHTY! 2/14/2013 - 2/24/2013 Prices (range): $55.00; $45 for Groups of 20 or more Lolita Snipes Productions, Woodruff Arts Center’s14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th Street NE Atlanta, GA 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 LolitaSnipesProductions.com

BROTHER COYOTE AND SISTER FOX 1/8/2013 - 1/27/2013 Prices: $16.50 Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW TIX: 404-873-3391 www.puppet.org THE ADVENTURES OF MIGHTY BUG 1/31/2013 - 3/17/2013 Prices: $16.50 Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW TIX: 404-873-3391 www.puppet.org

TWO TRAINS RUNNING BY AUGUST WILSON Feb 12 - March 10, 2013 Prices: $15 - $50 Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre Company, Southwest Arts Center, 915 New Hope Rd, TIX:.877.725.8849 www.truecolorstheatre.org

February

ROMEO AND JULIET 1/31/2013 - 3/3/2013 Prices: $15 to $36 Atlanta Shakespeare Company, 499 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-874-5299 www.shakespearetavern.com

Theatre RON WHITE: A LITTLE UNPROFESSIONAL 2/2/2013 Prices: $55 to $70 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS 2/1/2013 - 2/3/2013 Prices: Adults: $18; Seniors/Students: $13 Fabrefaction Theatre, 999 Brady Ave. TIX: 404-876-9468 www.fabrefaction.org

THE WAFFLE PALACE: SMOTHERED, COVERED AND SCATTERED 24/7/365 1/11/2013 open run Prices:: $25 to $45 Horizon Theatre, 1083 Austin Ave. NE TIX: 404-584-7450 www.horizontheatre.com

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Dance MOMIX 2/2/2013 Prices: $39 to $49 Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX: 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATRE 2/14 - 2/17/2013 Prices: starting @ $25.00 Alvin Ailey, Fabulous Fox Theatre, The 600 Peachtree Street TIX: 1-855-285-8499 www.foxatltix.com GALLIM DANCE 2/16/2013 Prices: $37 to $61 Rialto Center for the Arts, 80 Forsyth St. NW TIX: 404-413-9849 www.rialtocenter.org MICHAEL PINKÂS DRACULA 2/8/2013 - 2/16/2013 Prices: $20 to $120 Atlanta Ballet, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 404-873-5811 www.atlantaballet.com CINDERELLA 2/16/2013 - 2/17/2013 Prices: $18 to $43 Atlanta Ballet, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 404-873-5811 www.atlantaballet.com

Music Theatre FLASHDANCE 2/5/2013 - 2/10/2013 Prices: $42.40 to $85.70 Broadway in Atlanta, Fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 1-800-745-3000 www.broadwayinatlanta.com BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON 1/9/2013 - 2/17/2013 Prices: $26 to $47 Actor’s Express King Plow Arts Center, 887 W. Marietta St., Suite J-107 TIX: 404-607-7469 www.actors-express.com BEEHIVE: THE ‘60S MUSICAL 2/15/2013 - 3/3/2013 Prices: $25 to $50 Atlanta Lyric Theatre, The Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square Marietta TIX: 404-377-9948 www..atlantalyrictheatre.com

LA TRAVIATA 3/2/2013 - 3/10/2013 Prices:$25 to $140 The Atlanta Opera, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.atlantaopera.org

Concerts WILLIAM KANEGISER 02/02/13 only Prices: $40.00 METROPOLITAN OPERA NATIONAL COUNCIL AUDITIONS 02/03/13 only Prices: $35.00 AN EVENING WITH RYAN TYAN 02/09/13 only Prices: $50.00 GAFFE STRING QUARTET & MICHIKO OTAKI 02/10/13 only Prices: $40.00 KEN COWEN 02/16/13 only Prices: $30.00 JOSHA BELL & SAM HAYWOOD 02/23/13 only Prices: $75.00 SOUTHERN CRESCENT CHORAL 02/24/13 only Prices: $15.00 Spivey Hall @ Clayton State University, Morrow Ga. 30260 TIX: 678-466-4200 www.spiveyhall.org BACH BOWL 2/3/2013 Prices: Free! YEFIM BRONFMAN 02/02/13 only Prices: $70.00 DANIEL BENARD ROUMAN 02/22/13 only Prices: $40.00 OLIVIER LATRY, ORGAN 2/26/2013 Prices: Free! MONICA BARNES & COMPANY 02/28/13 - 03/02/13 Prices: $20.00 BHAVANA RAGHUNANDAN 3/1/2013 Prices: Free! JAZZ MEETS CLASSICS: DUELING PIANISTS! 3/2/2013 Prices: Free! BRADLEY HOWARD 3/3/2013 Prices: Free! Arts at Emory, Emory’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. TIX: 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE winter NEOPHONIA NEW MUSIC ENSEMBLE 2/5/2013 Prices: Free! MEN’S AND WOMEN’S CHORUSES CONCERT 2/12/2013 Prices: Free! Georgia State University School of Music, Kopleff Recital Hall at GSU, 10 Peachtree Center Ave. NE TIX: 404-413-5901 www.music.gsu.edu SOUNDS OF SPAIN: AN EVENING OF SPANISH POETRY & MUSIC 2/7/2013 Prices: Free! RED BARAAT 3/2/2013 Prices: $37 to $63 Rialto Center for the Arts, 80 Forsyth St. NW TIX: 404-413-9849 www.rialtocenter.org JESSE COOK 2/9/2013 Prices:$26 to $37 JAKE SHIMABUKURO 3/2/2013 Prices: $26 to $37 Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX: 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu VIVA ITALIA 2/15/2013 2/16/2013 Prices: $24 to $60 SPANO CONDUCTS BACH’S MASS 2/28/2013 3/1/2013 Prices: $24 to $75 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Woodruff Arts Center, Symphony Hall 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

BUDDY GUY 2/19/2013 Prices: $37 to $77 adv Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. Atlanta TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com SARAH BRIGHTMAN 2/21/2013 Prices: $99.20 to $273.85 Fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX: 1-800-745-3000 www.foxtheatre.org MCINTOSH COUNTY SHOUTERS 3/1/2013 Prices:Free! The Centr for Collaborative and International Arts (CENCIA), Kopleff Recital Hall at GSU, 10 Peachtree Center Ave. NE TIX: 404-413-5901 www.arts.gsu.edu/cencia.html

Galleries & Museums KATHARINA GROSSE EXHIBIT 8/28/2012 - 2/10/2013 HARD TRUTHS: THE ART OF THORNTON DIAL 11/3/2012 - 3/3/2013 FRIDA & DIEGO 2/14/2013 - 5/12/2013 AARON CURRY EXHIBIT 8/21/2012 - 6/16/2013 GOGO: NATURE TRANSFORMED 1/19/2013 - 6/23/2013

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Kids Shows CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG 2/2/2013 - 2/2/2013 Prices: $20 to $45 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE! GET THE SILLIES OUT! 2/21/2013 - 2/21/2013 Prices: $16 to $46 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy. TIX: 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com CHARLOTTE’S WEB 2/9/2013 - 3/3/2013 Prices: $20 to $35 Alliance Theatre’s Main Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX: 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org TALES OF EDGAR ALLAN POE 2/12/2013 - 3/3/2013 Prices: $25 Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW TIX: 404-873-3391 www.puppet.org

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