Performing Arts

The Dancing Handkerchief: Part magic act, part musical and part puppet show, this world premiere is the story of Mysterioso the Magician and his curious child Bastienne. June 1 through 18. $20 to $48. theatricaloutfit.org

Eclipsed: Synchronicity’s season finale is a regional premiere of a play in which five Liberian women struggle to negotiate power, protection and peace in a stunning tale of hope and resilience. June 2 through 25. $11 to $36. synchrotheatre.com

A Staged Reading of “Ulysses”: In celebration of Bloomsday, Aris Theatre is re-mounting its staged reading of “Ulysses” adapted by acclaimed playwright and novelist Dermot Bolger from the novel by James Joyce. June 6 and 7. $10. aristheatre.org

Tunes from the Tombs: Rock in peace with favorite bands, cold drinks, the hottest food trucks, kid’s activities and more at Oakland Cemetery’s annual music festival. June 10. $15. oaklandcemetery.com

The Dancing Granny: Kids and adults will be tapping their feet at Alliance Theatre’s children’s story of a clever granny dancing in her garden. June 10 through 18. $8 to $15. alliancetheatre.org

Plundering Pirates of Symphony Hall: Ahoy matey! ‘Tis time to walk the plank into Symphony Hall for a swashbuckling afternoon of songs from the high seas presented by those scallywags in the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra! June 11. $15 to $20. atlantasymphony.org

Juneteenth Atlanta Parade & Music Festival: Visit Morris Brown College for a festival celebrating the commemoration of the ending of slavery in the U.S.. June 16 through 18. Free! juneteenthatl.com

Gladys Knight: Kick back under the stars for a live concert with Gladys Knight at Atlanta Botanical Garden. ¬June 18. $67.50. atlantabg.org

The Moth’s Atlanta StorySLAM: Put your name in the hat, or come and watch, as people compete in The Moth’s monthly storytelling session with the theme “cheating.” June 19. dadsgarage.com

Cinderella Della Circus: Cinderella Della Circus brings high-flying thrills to the Center for Puppetry Arts in a show that balances both puppetry and the circus through fairytale magic! Opens June 20. $11.25 to $19.50. puppet.org

Macbeth: Starring film and television star Justin Deeley, this adaptation features a modern take on the war zone, set in a waterfall surrounded by the dense woods of Serenbe, much like the forests of Scotland. Opens June 22. $25 to $30. serenbeplayhouse.com

Chicago and The Doobie Brothers: Two of the most successful and critically-acclaimed rock bands head out on a national amphitheatre tour with a stop at Alpharetta’s Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park. June 23. $25 to $125. vzwamp.com

How to Use a Knife: In the chaotic hustle and bustle of a Wall Street restaurant, George – a down-on-his-luck master chef – faces his last chance to turn his life around in this show at Horizon Theatre. Closes June 29. $25 to $45. horizontheatre.com

Jazz On The Lawn With Joe Gransden: Bring a blanket and picnic to enjoy this concert surrounded by the natural beauty of the Callanwolde Amphitheater. June 30. $20. callanwolde.org