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The Rockettes to make local stop in Atlanta By Meghan Kotowski
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ATLANTA — Christmas comes to metro Atlanta early this year when 18 women stop by the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in November. That’s right — The Rockettes are bringing their high-kicking, precision dancing to town Nov. 7 through 23 with a new production of its iconic show “Radio City Christmas Spectacular.” “We are thrilled to return to Atlanta at the Cobb Energy Centre with IF YOU GO an all new • What: “Radio City production Christmas Spectacular” of the ‘Radio starring The Rockettes City Christmas • When: Nov. 7-23, Spectacular,’” dates and times vary said Don • Where: Cobb Energy Simpson, Performing Arts Centre, executive 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta vice president • Cost: $34.15 to of produc$140.75 tions at MSG • For more informaEntertainment. tion: Visit www.cobben“With new ergycentre.com state-of-theart technology coupled with dazzling new Rockettes choreography and performance elements, the 2013 production offers a truly immersive experience like nothing Atlanta audiences have ever seen. Returning audiences will be amazed by the transformation of the ‘Christmas Spectacular,’ and new fans will not want to miss this show.” New features include several additional dance numbers set in front of a 50-foot LED screen that takes the audience through New York City, hitting major landmarks during the holidays, and Santa’s workshop. It may be 2013, but there are still many of the traditional numbers to be performed, like “Parade of the Wooden Soldiers” and “The Living Nativity,” which have been a part of the show since The Rockettes’ inception in 1933. “They are definitely traditional (numbers) that people look forward to,” said Joanna Richardson, who has been a Rockette for eight years. “Especially people that saw See rockettes, Page 6c
Joanna Richardson, left, and Alina Duncan are two Rockettes who will be stopping by the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre for the “Radio City Christmas Spectacular” from Nov. 7 to 23. (Staff Photo: Jason Braverman)
FUN COSTUME FACTS • More than 300 costumes and 200 hats are used in the “Radio City Christmas Spectacular.” Each costume is exclusively designed for the show.
• Each pair of pants used in the “Wooden Soldier” act must be so heavily starched that it can stand up on its own — with no person inside to support it.
• Each season, the wardrobe department makes thousands of red cotton dots for the Rockettes’ cheeks.
• Hundreds of Austrian crystals are hand-applied to each costume for the “Reindeer” sequence.
• With the alternating green and red Rockettes during “New York at Christmas,” this costume marked the first time in history that the legendary precision dancers were not dressed identically.
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‘Star Wars’ and then some
“All Childish Things” stars (left to right) Enoch King, Bryan Brendle, Cara Mantella and Michael Jared Tarver. (Photo: BreeAnne Clowdus)
Aurora Theatre takes to the stars with sci-fi themes By Meghan Kotowski meghan.kotowski @gwinnettdailypost.com
LAWRENCEVILLE — For once, you won’t need to visit a sci-fi convention to see live action “Star Wars” role-play. To fill your fandemonium fantasies, the Aurora Theater presents Joseph Zettelmaier’s “All Childish Things.” On Oct. 3., the comedy with a “Star Wars” theme opens to the masses. “As a child of the 1970s, I experienced firsthand the cultural phenomenon that was ‘Star Wars,’” Aurora’s Producing Artistic Director Anthony Rodriguez said. “I loved that the movie spawned a whole alternative genre of entertainment. Today, there are collectibles from that era that are as valuable as gold or diamonds.” In a basement far, far
planned several events during the duration of the play’s showing. Fueled by fan conventions, on Oct. 1 and 2 the Aurora is offering a free ticket to those who have a Dragon*Con badge. The preview shows are open to anyone with one, but tickets are limited. Those interested are encouraged to reserve their spot by calling 678.226-6222 or emailing boxoffice@auroratheatre. com. On Oct. 5, stormtroopers will invade the LawrencevThe GA 501st Garrison pose as “Star Wars” characters. (Photo: Courtesy of the 501st Legion) ille venue for an afternoon of photo opportunities. The away … or Cincinnati, careful plans turn into chaos the modern ‘nerd,’ if you troopers are from the GeorDave Bullanski (played by as their loyalties are put to will. Whether you love gia Garrison of the 501st Michael Jared Tarver) hangs the ultimate test. ‘Star Wars’ or just love to Legion, which is dedicated out with his friends, hatch“However, ‘All Childish rib people who love ‘Star to re-creating film-quality ing a plan to join life’s “dark Things’ is not just for the Wars,’ this play is a great costumes of the villainside.” fanatics,” Rodriguez said. night of laughs.” ous characters of the “Star The group decides to “Like the popular series With Rodriguez’s love Wars” galaxy and entertainsteal a collection of “Star ‘The Big Bang Theory,’ the for the iconic movie, he and ing “Star Wars” fans with Wars” merchandise. Their play takes a playful look at his staff at the theater have public appearances.
For those into cosplay (aka costume play), the theater is inviting people to dress up in their favorite “Star Wars” costume for the show on Oct. 11. Cosplay participants can receive $10 off tickets to the show when they order online with the promo code “Cosplay.” All you other non-fanatics out there, there are two events for you. On Oct. 9 and 16, the Aurora will host Wine Down Wednesday in conjunction with Leslie the Wine Gal and Big Boat Wine Company. From 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the lobby, special selections of themed wines are featured at each event, and patrons may purchase a full pour of their favorites at the concession stand. “All Childish Things” is sponsored by Peach State Federal Credit Union. The show runs through Oct. 27.
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spotlight on fall arts gwinnett calendar Aurora Theatre 128 E. Pike St., Lawrenceville 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com • “All Childish Things” Oct. 3-27 • Terror on the Trail Oct. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 • “Peter Pan & Wendy” Oct. 12 • Comedy Nights Oct. 18-19 • “Cirque du Todd” Oct. 19 • Halloween Magic Show Oct. 26 • “Christmas Canteen” Nov. 29 — Dec. 22 Ticket information: Tickets range from $15 to $30. Children’s shows are $7 per ticket. Call the box office at 678-226-6222, email boxoffice@ auroratheatre.com or visit the website. ART Station 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain Village 770-469-1105 www.artstation.org • A Tour of Southern Ghosts Oct. 11-27 • “A Broadway Christmas
Carol” Dec. 5-22 Ticket information: Preview performances are $18, regular performances are $21, seniors (60+) and students are $25. Call the box office at 770-4691105, email boxoffice@artstation. org or visit the website. Buford Community Center, Town Park and Theatre 2200 Buford Highway, Buford 770-945-6762 www.bufordcommunity center.com • “Today, Tomorrow & Forever: A Tribute to Patsy Cline” Oct. 12 • 38 Special Oct. 19 • “The Ugly Duckling” and “The Tortoise and the Hare” Oct. 26 • “War Bonds: The Songs & Letters of World War II” Nov. 10 Ticket information: Tickets range depending on the performance. Call 770-945-6762 or visit the website. Live Arts Theatre 3520 Red Willow Court,
Buford liveartstheatre.org • “Greater Tuna” Nov. 7-17 Ticket information: Tickets to any Live Arts Theatre production can be reserved by using an online reservation form, emailing the box office at boxoffice@liveartstheatre.org or calling 603-867-2200. Gwinnett Ballet Theatre 1800 MacLeod Drive, Lawrenceville 770-237-0046 www.gwinnettballet.org • “Ballet Bits and Contemporary Pieces” Oct. 5-6 Ticket information: Tickets are available online at www. ticketmaster.com or by calling the Gwinnett Center Box Office at 770-813-7604. Gwinnett Choral Guild 800 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville 404-223-9962 www.gwinnettchoralguild.org • 30th Anniversary Celebration Concert Oct. 12
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Ticket information: Tickets range from $7 to $12.To purchase, call 404-223-9962, email info@gwinnettchoralguild.org or visit the website. Gwinnett Young Singers 5794 Kingston Cross, Stone Mountain 770-935-6657 www.gwinnettyoungsingers. com • Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Nov. 14-16 Ticket information: Call 770935-6657 or visit the website. Lionheart Theatre Norcross Community and Cultural Arts Center 10 College St., Norcross 770-885-0425 www.lionhearttheatre.org • OTC Comedy Troupe IMPROV Oct. 19 • “Mort” Oct. 31 — Nov. 17 Ticket information: Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for
students and seniors. Call 678938-8518 or visit the website. New Dawn Theater Company 3087 Main St., Duluth 678-887-5015 www.newdawntheatercompany. com • “Harvey” Oct. 10-27 • “Lucky Dollar Private Eye” Nov. 3 • Duluth’s Main Street Symphony Nov. 10 • Atrios Academy Productions Nov. 14-16, 21-23 • Cello Recital Nov. 24 Ticket information: Tickets range from $12 to $15. Call 678-887-5015 or visit the website. New London Theatre 2338 Henry Clower Blvd., Snellville 770-559-1484 www.newlondontheatre.org • “A Raisin in the Sun” Oct. 4-20 • “Death of a Salesman” Nov. 1-17
Ticket information: Tickets range from $8 to $16. Email information@newlondontheatre. org or visit the website. The Northeast Atlanta Ballet 4047 Darling Court, Lilburn 770-921-7277 www.northeastatlantaballet.org • “The Nutcracker” Nov. 28 — Dec. 1 Ticket information: Tickets are $13.50-$16.50 in advance, $16.50-$19.50 at the door. Purchase tickets through the Gwinnett Center Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com or call 770-921-7277. Sugarloaf Ballet 1140 Old Peachtree Road, Suite B and C, Duluth 770-476-0025 www.sugarloafperformingarts. com • “Snow White” Oct. 12-13 Ticket information: Tickets are $18 to $20. Call 770-476-0025 or visit the website.
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14th Street Playhouse 173 14th St., Atlanta 404-733-4738 www.14thstplayhouse.org • “The Meeting” Oct. 11-13 • Colin Quinn in “Unconstitutional” Oct. 19 • “Sunday Morning” Oct. 20 • “If You Can Just See Me” Oct. 26 • “Reza: Illusionist” Oct. 26-27 • “Vivien” Nov. 1-3 Ticket information: Call 404733-4738 or visit the website.
Actor’s Express 887 W. Marietta St., Atlanta 404-875-1606 www.actors-express.com • “Venus in Fur” today through Oct. 6 • “Pluto” Oct. 30 — Nov. 24 Ticket information: Call the box office at 404-607-7469 or visit the website. Alliance Theatre Woodruff Arts Center 1280 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-733-4650 www.alliancetheatre.org • “Harmony: A New Musical” today through Oct. 6 • “By the Way, Meet Vera Stark” Oct. 16 — Nov. 10 Ticket information: Call the box office at 404-733-5000 or visit the website. Ansley Park Playhouse 1545 Peachtree St. in the Peachtree Pointe Building, Atlanta
404-875-1193 www.ansleyparkplayhouse.com No upcoming shows announced. Ticket information: Call the box office at 404-941-7453 or visit the website. Atlanta Lyric Company The Strand Theatre 117 N. Park Square N.E., Marietta 404-377-9948 www.atlantalyrictheatre.com • “Guys and Dolls” Oct. 25 — Nov. 10 Ticket information: Call the box office at 404-377-9948 or visit the website. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Woodruff Arts Center 1280 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-733-4900 www.atlantasymphony.org • An ASO World Premiere Oct. 3-5 • Scandanavian Smörgås-
bord Oct. 10, 12 • Michael McDonald Oct. 13 • Vienna Boys Choir Oct. 16 • Fairytales for All Ages Oct. 17, 19 • Chri Mann with Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Oct. 18 • Kris Kristofferson Oct. 20 • Movie Music Spectacular Oct. 25-26 • “The Phantoms of the Orchestra” Oct. 27 • Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 Nov. 1 • “The Height of Emotion” Nov. 2-3 • “Around The World” Nov. 7-9 • “Stars Shine in Shaw” Nov. 10 • “Carpe Diem!” Nov. 14-16 • Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra Nov. 17 • A Night of Double Debuts Nov. 21, 23 • Michael W. Smith Nov. 22 • “Cirque de la Symphonie” Nov. 29-30 Ticket information: Call the box office at 404-733-5000 or visit the website.
Broadway in Atlanta Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 800-278-4447 www.broadwayacrossamerica. com • “Ghost The Musical ” Nov. 5-10 Ticket information: Call 800278-4447 or visit the website. Center for Puppetry of the Arts 1404 Spring St., Atlanta 404-873-3391 www.puppet.org • “Everbody Love Pirates” today through Oct. 6 • “The Wizard of Oz” Oct. 9-20 • “The Dragon King” Oct. 22 — Nov. 3 • “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” Nov. 5 — Dec. 29 Ticket information: Contact tickets@puppet.org or call 404873-3391.
Atlanta Shakespeare Company Shakespeare Tavern 499 Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-874-5299 www.shakespearetavern.com • “Twelfth Night” and “Troilus and Cressida” today • “Othello” Oct. 5 — Nov. 3 • “King Lear” Nov. 9 — Dec. 1 Ticket information: Contact boxoffice@shakespearetavern. com or visit the website. Theatrical Outfit Balzar Theater at Herren’s 84 Luckie St., Atlanta 678-528-1500 www.theatricaloutfit.org • “The Guys” today through Oct. 6 • “Harabel” Oct. 23 — Nov. 10 Ticket information: Call the box office at 678-528-1500 or visit the website.
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37 Main 37 E. Main St., Buford 678-288-2030 www.37main.com • Oct. 4: Appetite for Destruction • Oct. 5: The Ruckus • Oct. 11: Miss Used • Oct. 12: Slippery When Wet • Oct. 18: Departure • Oct. 19: Mad Margritt 40 Watt Club 285 W. Washington St., Athens 706-549-7871 www.40watt.com • Oct. 1: Kylesa, Pinkish Black and Sierra • Oct. 4: Kishi Bashi, Fancy Colors and Tin Cup Prophette • Oct. 5: Mercyland and Bloodkin • Oct. 9: Frightened Rabbit and AUGUSTINES • Oct. 10: Violet with Velveteen Pink, Blue Blood and Little Gold • Oct. 11: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and Restavrant • Oct. 12: Diamondback and Super V • Oct. 16: The Modern Pinups Debut Revue 2013 • Oct. 17: Toro Y Moi and Classixx (Live) • Oct. 18: of Montreal and Surface to Air Missive • Oct. 19: Shonna Tucker & Eye Candy,
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spotlight on fall arts by venue Dave Marr and Spirit Hair • Oct. 22: Neutral Milk Hotel and Elf Power • Oct. 23: Neutral Milk Hotel and Half Japanese • Oct. 24: Neutral Milk Hotel, Circulatory System and Robert Schneider Aaron’s Amphitheatre at Lakewood 2002 Lakewood Ave., Atlanta 404-443-5000 www.livenation.com/venues/14086/aaron-samphitheatre-at-lakewood • Oct. 15: Avenged Sevenfold, Ghost B.C. and Deftones • Oct. 16: A Day To Remember, Pierce The Veil and All Time Low Arena at Gwinnett Center 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.gwinnettcenter.com • Sept. 29: Joyce Meyer Ministries • Oct. 4-5: Catalyst Conference 2013 • Oct. 6: Gwinnett Football League Cheer Off 2013 • Oct. 8: His Holiness the Dalai Lama • Oct. 2526: Women of Faith: Believe God Can Do Anything
• Oct. 27: Michael Bublé • Nov. 8: Chris Tomlin • Nov. 17: Alejandro Fernandez • Nov. 21: Hillsong United • Nov. 22: Macklemore & Ryan Lewis • Nov. 26: Trans-Siberian Orchestra • Nov. 27: Paramore Performing Arts Center at Gwinnett Center 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth 770-813-7500 www.gwinnettcenter.com • Sept. 29: Atlanta Chinese Dance Company presents “Chinese Painting in Motion” • Oct. 5-6: Gwinnett Ballet Theatre’s “Ballet Bits and Contemporary Pieces” • Oct. 12-13: Sugarloaf Ballet presents “Snow White” • Oct. 19-20: Atlanta Professional Dance Academy presents “COPPELIA” • Nov. 3: 2013 Ludwig Symphony Orchestra Gala Concert • Nov. 8: Comedy to Cure Cerebral Palsy • Nov. 15-6: Georgia Christian Dance Theatre presents “Star of Wonder” Atlanta Civic Center 395 Piedmont Ave. N.E., Atlanta 404-523-6275 www.atlantaciviccenter.com • Oct. 8: How Sweet the Sound • Nov. 23: Gary Owen
Bowman House 323 Wilcrest Drive, Lawrenceville Wanda 770-979-1314 Sykes will www.facebook.com/bowmanperform houseconcertseries Oct. 12 • Oct. 19: Paul Sanchez at the Cobby Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta. (Reuters)
Center Stage 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta.com • Oct. 3: Edwin McCain and Wesley Cook • Oct. 4: Bangkok Fight Night Allstars • Oct. 5: TV Jokers Tour • Oct. 11: Drew Holcomb
& The Neighbors and Emily Hearn • Oct. 12: Danzig, Doyle, Texas Hippie Coalition, Butcher Babies and A Pale Horse Named Death • Oct. 15: Atlas Genius and Family of the Year • Oct. 19: Stephen “Ragga” Marley, Wayne Marshal and Jo Mersa • Oct. 20: Switchfoot • Oct. 23: Dave Barnes • Oct. 24: 2 Cellos • Oct. 25: Matt Nathanson and Joshua Radin • Oct. 26: Sister Hazel, The Best Brothers and Amy Gerhartz • Oct. 28: Naturally 7 • Oct. 29: Sleigh Bells and Doldrums • Oct. 30: Mario • Oct. 31: The Orb Chastain Park Amphitheater 4469 Stella Drive N.W., Atlanta 404-233-2227 www.chastainseries.com and www.classicchastain.com • Oct. 5: Sigur Rós and Julianna Barwick Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway, Atlanta www.cobbenergycentre.com 770-916-2800 • Oct. 5, 8, 11, 13: The Atlanta Opera’s “Tosca” • Oct. 12: Wanda Sykes • Oct. 15: Jimmy Fallon • Oct. 16: Ina Garten • Oct. 18: India.Arie • Oct. 19: Lewis Black • Oct. 20-21: Mystic India • Oct. 22: Radiolab Live – Apocalyptical • Oct. 25: So You Think You Can Dance Tour 2013 • Oct. 26: Sergio Mendes and Eliane Elias Eddie’s Attic 515-B N. McDonough St., Decatur 404-377-4976 www.eddiesattic.com • Sept. 29: Luna Strings • Oct. 1: Gregory Alan Isakov and Patrick Park • Oct. 2: Sean Hayes and The Blank Tapes
• Oct. 3: Ari Hest • Oct. 4: The Honey Dewdrops and Red June • Oct. 5: David Berkeley • Oct. 6: Zaib Khan • Oct. 8: SHEL, Tim Eriksen and Zara Sky • Oct. 9: Willy Porter • Oct. 10: Hunter Callahan, Amber Renee and Indie Killed the Pop Star • Oct. 11: Lindi Ortega and Brett Detar • Oct. 12: Michelle Malone, Jen Foster and Patrice Pike • Oct. 13: Vienna Teng • Oct. 15: Pat McGee and Jason Adamo • Oct. 16: James Maddock • Oct. 17: Seth Walker • Oct. 18: Larkin Poe • Oct. 19: Mike Willis • Oct. 20: Poor Old Shine • Oct. 22: Rusty Belle and Barnaby Bright • Oct. 23: Mike Farris Everett’s Music Barn 4055 Stonecypher Road, Suwanee 770-945-5628 everettbrothers.com • Oct. 5: Barn benefit • Oct. 12: A Deeper Shade of Blue • Oct. 19: Grasstowne and Alan Bibey • Oct. 26: Counterpoint Ferst Center for the Arts 349 Ferst Drive, Georgia Tech Campus 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu • Oct. 1: Gracias Choir Christmas Cantata • Oct. 4: Arturo Sandoval • Oct. 11: Steven Lin • Oct. 12: “Color Our World: Life, Spirit, Magic!” with the Lesbian and Gay Band Association • Oct. 18: The Hot Club of San Francisco Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St. N.E., Atlanta 404-881-2100 www.foxtheatre.org • Sept. 29: STOMP • Sept. 30: The Weeknd • Oct. 1: Jack Johnson • Oct. 2: Earth, Wind & Fire
• Oct. 4: J. Cole • Oct. 8: “America’s Got Talent” Live! • Oct. 9: Sarah Brightman • Oct. 17: Hunter Hayes • Oct. 20: Theresa Caputo: The Long Island Medium
The Loft 1374 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta 404-885-1365 www.centerstage-atlanta. com/shows/the-loft/ • Oct. 1: Goblin and Secret Chiefs 3 • Oct. 4: Cody Chesnutt and Myron & E • Oct. 5: Saves the Day, Into It. Over It. and Hostage Calm • Oct. 9: The English Beat and The Head • Oct. 11: Mount Kimbie, Jonwayne and D33J • Oct. 22: Jessie Ware and Mikky Ekko • Oct. 31: Reverend Horton Heat and Wayne “The Train” Hancock Philips Arena 1 Philips Drive N.W., Atlanta 404-878-3000 www.philipsarena.com • Oct. 9-13: Disney On Ice: “Let’s Celebrate!” • Oct. 19: Rod Stewart and Steve Winwood • Oct. 24: Nine Inch Nails • Oct. 26: Selena Gomez
Red Clay Theatre 3116 Main St., Duluth 678-957-7283 www.eddieowen presents.com • Sept. 29: Glen Phillips and Amy Andrews • Oct. 4: Jeff Black and The Skipperdees • Oct. 5: Marshall Chapman, Will Kimbrough and Eric Brace & Peter Cooper • Oct. 12: Chuck Cannon • Oct. 17: Annie Sellick • Oct. 19: Grace & Tony and The Wicks • Oct. 23: Martha’s Trouble, Naked Blue and Beki Hemingway • Oct. 25: Paula Cole • Oct. 26: Duke Ellington and Ted Howe
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Red Light Cafe 553 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta 404-874-7828 www.redlightcafe.com • Sept. 29: International Pop Overthrow Music Festival • Oct. 3: The Ragbirds • Oct. 4: Andrea Gibson, Evan Andree and Jessica Martindale • Oct. 10: The Howlin’ Brothers
Smith’s Olde Bar 1578 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta 404-875-1522 www.smithsoldebar.com • Oct. 1: The Motions, Herman Astro and Crashing Midnite • Oct. 2: Cody Canada & The Departed and Adam Hood • Oct. 3: The Producers Beat Auction • Oct. 4: Kisses • Oct. 5: Justin Kennedy and Dean Taylor & The Better Days • Oct. 6: Andy Lees and John & Jacob • Oct. 7: Keith Kenny • Oct. 8: Miska • Oct. 9: Nikki Hill • Oct. 10: The Lipstick Junkies, Black Caviar and The Ray of Sunshine • Oct. 11: Alton Brown & The Edible Inevitable Trio • Oct. 12: Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds, Connor Kennedy and 68-75
Rialto Center for the Performing Arts 80 Forsyth St. N.W., Atlanta 404-651-4727 www.rialtocenter.org • Oct. 5: Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club • Oct. 20: Idan Raichel Project • Oct. 24: Césaire’s Notebook of a Return to My Native Land • Oct. 25: Jacques Martial: La Villette: Culture and
• Oct. 13: Themestock • Oct. 14: Pell and Time Pilot • Oct. 15: Shook Twins • Oct. 16: Billy Buchanan • Oct. 17: Cherry Poppin’ Daddies and King Daddy Pole Cats • Oct. 18: Sean McConnell, Carey Murdock and Jon Harris Band • Oct. 19: Todd Carey and David Disharoon + The Midnight Sons • Oct. 20: Appleseed Collective, Jordan Eastman and Insubordination The Tabernacle 152 Luckie St., Atlanta 404-659-9022 tabernacleatl.com • Sept. 30: Local Natives and Wild Nothing • Oct. 2: City and Colour and The Paper Kites • Oct. 3: Portugal. The Man • Oct. 4: Dane Cook • Oct. 5: The Naked and Famous and The Colourist
• Oct. 11: Tab Atlanta’s Hottest Pride After Party • Oct. 16: Gary Clark Jr. • Oct. 18: Ben Rector • Oct. 19: Flux Pavilion, Skism, Brown and Gammon • Oct. 20: Austin Mahone • Oct. 24: Pretty Lights, heRobust and SuperVision • Oct. 25: Pretty Lights, Paul Basic and Eliot Lipp • Oct. 26: Neutral Milk Hotel and Half Japanese • Oct. 27: Neutral Milk Hotel, Elf Power and Robert Schneider • Oct. 28: Bullet for My Valentine • Oct. 31: Sevendust and Asking Alexandria Variety Playhouse 1099 Euclid Ave., Atlanta 404-521-1786 www.variety-playhouse.com • Sept. 30: KT Tunstall and Brian Lopez • Oct. 4: Aimee Mann and Ted Leo • Oct. 5: Kathleen Madigan
• Oct. 10: Here Come The Mummies • Oct. 11: Reptar, Little Tybee, Mood Rings and Cousin Dan • Oct. 12: Example • Oct. 15: Noah And The Whale and LP • Oct. 16: Robert Earl Keen and Andrea Davidson • Oct. 18: Junior Brown • Oct. 19: Yacht Rock Revue • Oct. 23: Sparks • Oct 24: Built To Spill, Slam Dunk and Genders • Oct. 25: SOJA and Nahko & Medicine For The People • Oct. 26: The Foreign Exchange • Oct. 27: The Waterboys • Oct. 31: Leftover Salmon and The Packway Handle Band Verizon Wireless Amphitheater at Encore Park 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta www.vzwamp.com
• Oct. 6: Atlanta Eats Live • Oct. 8: fun., Hunter Hunted and Rosco Bandana • Oct. 18: Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Marshall Tucker Band and Molly Hatchet • Oct. 19: Darius Rucker, Justin Moore, Randy Houser, Corey Smith, Love And Theft, Joel Crouse and Sunny Sweeney • Oct. 25: John Fogerty Wild Bill’s 2075 Market St., Duluth 678-473-1000 www.wildbillsatlanta.com • Oct. 5: Josh Gracin • Oct. 9: Hailey Fletcher and South City Riot • Oct. 10: Pro Wrestling Live • Oct. 12: The Swon Brothers • Oct. 18: NFC Fight Night • Nov. 1: Thomas Rhett Most tickets available through Ticketmaster at 404249-6400 or www.ticketmaster.com.
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Gwinnett library to host fall arts event in Duluth From Staff Reports
DULUTH — To continue its 2013 Fall Into the Arts program, the Gwinnett County Public Library has invited singer-songwriter and author Marshall Chapman to perform in Duluth. Fall Into the Arts is the library’s annual celebration of literary, performing and visual arts, and Chapman will perform a concert at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Red Clay Theatre, 3116 Main St. Doors will open at 1 p.m. and the first 100 guests will
•From Page 1C the show when they were younger and they’re bringing their children or grandchildren out to see the production to share that experience.” Through the month of October, the women rehearse for hours, learning how to dance in their costumes, perfect backstage changes and memorize synchronized steps. During the “Wooden Soldiers” performance, the dancers can’t see forward due to the brim of their 24-inch tall hat. The Rockettes perform the entire number keeping their head erect but with their eyes focused on the floor to find their positions. No one said being a Rockette was easy, but they do it to share the holiday spirit throughout the country. “We are very lucky now that we can bring Christmas to other cities because obviously, not everyone can get to New York around the holidays,”
bye, Little Rock and Roller” was a SIBA bestseller 2004, SIBA Book Award finalist and one of three finalists for the Southern Book Critics
Singer-songwriter and author Marshall Chapman will perform in Duluth on Saturday as part of a Gwinnett County Public Library’s Fall Into the Arts event. (Special Photo)
be admitted to the show for free, with additional tickets on sale for $18.
Chapman has released 13 critically acclaimed albums, and her first book, “Good-
Rockettes Richardson said. Besides performing, the dancers love seeing the young girls, who look up to the women. “When you see a little girl in her Christmas dress, waving at you, you remember, ‘Oh yeah, I used to be that little girl,’” said Alina Duncan, a nine-year veteran of the Rockettes. “There is something for the whole family.” The Rockettes have been around for more than eight decades. Duncan believes they’ve become an American icon because of the positive message they send out. “I think one of the reasons it’s lasted so long is because we are the epitome of a classic woman,” she said. “We’re strong, independent, glamorous, we’re in these luxurious costumes. We’re also a group of women together that are movements are very precise. We really believe that together we’re better. That’s how we’re able to put on the amazing
show unlike anything else you’ll ever see.” During “Christmas Spectacular,” the group appears in seven different costumes, so if they’re not on stage, they are backstage changing. Costumes swaps include new shoes, bracelets, gloves, head pieces and hats — as well as costumes. “Heaven forbid you get a tear in your tights and have to change your tights,” Duncan said with a laugh. “We do this up to four times a day. Thank God for those dressers who help us backstage. We would be no where without them.” Either way, both dancers agree that this is the show to kick off the holiday season. “It’s a really fun, high energy performance,” Richardson said. “It’s really one that’s for the whole family. It’s a good wholesome, family show and it really helps to get people in the mood for the holidays.”
Circle Award. The book is now in its third printing. Chapman is also the author of “They Came to Nashville,” published in 2010.
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Pictured is a 17th Century model of a Venetian Galley which is on display at the “Marco Polo: Man & Myth” exhibit at Fernbank Museum of Natural History. (Special Photos)
There is a Marco Polo effigy in the exhibit, shown here. One of Polo’s wooden compasses, seen below, is also part of the exhibit.
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ATLANTA — If your children think Marco Polo is a game you play in the pool, it’s time to bring them to Fernbank Museum of Natural History. The Atlanta venue welcomes “Marco Polo: Man & Myth,” which made its North American premiere at Fernbank on Friday. The exhibit highlights his epic 24-year journey from Venice to China along the Silk Road, and showcases Marco Polo as the ultimate adventure traveler. “Few people are aware that Marco Polo was only 17 when he left Venice on what might possibly be history’s greatest father-son road trip,” said Bobbi Hohmann, Fernbank Museum curator and anthropologist. “Like something we might see produced in Hollywood today, the Polos’ trip
“Marco Polo: Man & Myth” exhibit is on display at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History through Jan. 5.
through Asia included bouts of unidentified illnesses, encounters with bandits and thieves, unusual customs and practices, and some of the most spectacular and harsh landscapes in the world.”
Featuring excerpts from his memoir, “The Travels of Marco Polo,” the exhibition includes rare and extraordinary objects from private collections and museums in Italy to show the cultural practices, artistic traditions, landscapes and unusual animals he encountered. It also show the encounters he had inside the Mongol Empire, including the Court of Kublai Khan. There are more than 80 objects (such as coins, ceramics, artwork, maps and navigational tools) that take visitors from his Venetian homeland to China. The exhibit takes attendees on Polo’s route, showing how travel has changed since the 13th century, including a look at his tools. “Marco was from a merchant family who was traveling with trade in mind, yet he recorded in infinite detail the cities, cultural practices,
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technologies and beliefs he encountered — almost like a 13th century anthropologist,” Hohmann said. “Our visitors will see a variety of artifacts that offer a glimpse into many of the experiences he shared in ‘The Travels of Marco Polo.’” On the “myth” side of the exhibition, visitors can explore the legend of Marco Polo, which surround his travels. “The Travels of Marco Polo” was published after Polo’s return to Venice and told a story of epic proportion about the Silk Road through Asia. The original book — now lost — was handwritten in Old French and titled “Le Divisament dou Monde” or “The Description of the World.” Throughout
Europe, it was commonly known as “Il Milone” or the “Million Lies” because many were skeptical of his story. Beside artifacts, there are several family friendly activities, including an interactive cart staffed by Fernbank’s youth volunteers on weekends, a gallery guide and “Where’s Marco?” maps offering more information on his journey. Fernbank will host Marco Polo Celebration Day with a variety of activities on Oct. 12. The exhibit runs through Jan. 5.
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Festival season has returned in full force By Meghan Kotowski
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Continue to mark your calendars, because the festivals around Gwinnett don’t slow down until the end of October. Before you know it, Halloween will be knocking on your front door.
To celebrate Georgia Gwinnett College, Rock’n Ribville is back with barbecue and ribs, Grizzly Burger Eating Contest and live music. • When: 1 to 9 p.m. • Where: The Lawrenceville Square, 185 W. Crogan St., Lawrenceville • Cost: Free • For more information: Visit www.rocknribville.com
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Norcross’ Art Fest returns with hundreds of artists and crafters displaying paintings, jewelry, pottery, sculptures and more. • When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 5, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 6 • Where: Downtown Historic Norcross, 5666 Buford Highway, Norcross • Cost: Free
The Gwinnett Historical Society invites the community to celebrate at the 35th annual Elisha Winn Fair for re-enactments, tours and quilt show. • When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 6 • Where: Elisha Winn House, 908 Dacula Road, Dacula • Cost: $3, children 12 and under are free • For more information: Visit www.gwinnetths.org There’s nothing better than beer and music, that’s why Grayson is hosting the fourth annual Blues and Brews Festival with hundreds of beer to try and live music. • When: 2 to 6 p.m. • Where: Grayson City Park, 475 Grayson Parkway, Grayson • Cost: $30 for general admission, $45 for VIP tickets • For more information:
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For the 41st year, the Scottish Festival and Suwanee is hosting its in- Highland Games comes augural Wine Fest, present- back to Stone Mountain ed by Chateau Elan Winery Park with Celtic music, clan and Resort with more than activities and Scottish coun250 wines to taste. try dance. • When: 1 to 5 p.m. • When: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Where: Suwanee Town Oct. 18, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Center Park, 330 Town Cen- Oct. 19, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ter Ave., Suwanee Oct. 20 • Cost: $55 for general • Where: Stone Mountain admission, $110 for VIP Park, U.S. Highway 78 E., tickets Stone Mountain • For more information: • Cost: $19 Oct. 19, $17 Visit www.suwaneewinefest. Oct. 20, plus $10 parking com fee • For more information: Visit festivals.stonemounOct. 6 tainpark.com Pups needs some fun, too. Bring out your furry four-legged friends to the Oct. 19 Chattapoochee Pet Fest Loganville’s fifth annual with costumes contests, Autumn Heritage Festival adoptions and other canine boasts family fun to celgoodies. ebrate the city’s heritage. • When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Where: Chattapoochee • Where: Downtown Dog Park, 4291 Rogers Loganville, 4385 Pecan St., Bridge Road, Duluth Loganville • Cost: Free • Cost: Free • For more information: • For more information: Visit www.duluthhistorical. Visit www.loganville-ga.gov org Sugar Hill brings back its Oct. 12 13th annual Fall Festival with a large petting zoo, car Lilburn Woman’s Club show and chili cook-off. hosts the 40th annual Lil• When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. burn Daze Arts and Crafts • Where: Downtown Festival, which exhibits arts from around the region, plus Sugar Hill, 5039 W. Broad there is a kids corner for the St., Sugar Hill • Cost: Free young ones. • For more information: • When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit www.cityofsugarhill. • Where: Lilburn City com Park, 76 Main St., Lilburn • Cost: Free • For more information: The Atlanta Korean Film Visit www.lilburnwomanFestival presents the Kosclub.org rean Festival in Suwanee with food, music and large The North Gwinnett High bibimbap performance. • When: Noon to 8 p.m. School Basketball Booster • Where: Suwanee Town Club invites the public to its Center Park, 330 Town Cenannual Taste of Suwanee ter Ave., Suwanee event. • Cost: Free • When: Noon to 5 p.m. • For more information: • Where: Suwanee Town Center Park, 330 Town Cen- Visit www.koreanfilmfestival.net/events ter Ave., Suwanee • Cost: Free • For more information: Oct. 25 Visit www.tasteofsuwanee. Pages of the popular com magazine come to life at the
Country Living Fair with crafts, art, furniture, home decor and more. • When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 25-27 • Where: Stone Mountain Park, U.S. Highway 78 E., Stone Mountain • Cost: $13 to $40 • For more information: Visit festivals.stonemountainpark.com
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Peachtree Corners is celebrating its formation with a Founders Day Parade. • When: Times to be announced. • Where: The Forum on Peachtree Parkway, 5155 Peachtree Parkway, Peachtree Corners • Cost: Free • For more information: Visit www.peachtreecornersartfest.com Snellville Trade and Tourism presents the city’s annual Fall Festival with more than 80 arts and crafts booths lining Oak Road, plus live entertainment. • When: Times to be announced • Where: Briscoe Park, 2500 Sawyer Parkway, Snellville • Cost: Free • For more information: Visit www.snellvillepride. com
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To celebrate heritage, the Indian Festival & Pow Wow returns with dance, music, authentic craft demonstrations, cooking traditions, storytelling and wildlife presentations. • When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 31-Nov. 1, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 3 • Where: Stone Mountain Park, U.S. Highway 78 E., Stone Mountain • Cost: $15 for admission, plus $10 to park • For more information: Visit festivals.stonemountainpark.com
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