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Holiday 2022

ROSWELL DANCE THEATRE RETURNS FOR 10 ENCHANTED PERFORMANCES OF THE NUTCRACKER

The Atlanta Opera’s 2022-23 Mainstage Series Takes Flight

Alabama Shakespeare Festival: Stories for All. A Place for Everyone.

Shen Yun Brings 5,000 Years of Culture to Atlanta

The Holidays at City Springs

Rein in the Holidays at the Center for Puppetry Arts

“It’s the best time of the year” with Atlanta Master Chorale

ArtsKSU Celebrates the Season

AGMC & AWC Blesses Atlanta with So Much Beautiful Music

Holiday Fun for the Whole Family at the Fox Theatre Celebrate the Beauty of Dance with Atlanta Ballet Ring in the Holiday Season at the Alliance

Jolly Holidays in Decatur!

Experience the Spirit of Hope and Love at Holly Theatre

Growing Musicians and Global Leaders at Pace Academy

Atlanta ShowGuide Spotlights • Performance Guide

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Roswell Dance Theatre’s The Nutcracker Returns

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The Atlanta Opera’s 2022-23 Mainstage Series Takes Flight

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The Holidays at City Springs

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Celebrate the Beauty of Dance with Atlanta Ballet

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Ring in the Holiday Season at the Alliance Theatre

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Alabama Shakespeare Festival: Stories for All. A Place for Everyone.

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Rein in the Holidays at the Center for Puppetry Arts

Holiday Fun for the Whole Family at the Fox Theatre

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ArtsKSU Celebrates the Season

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Shen Yun Brings 5,000 Years of Culture to Atlanta

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“It’s the best time of the year” with Atlanta Master Chorale

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AGMC and AWC Blesses Atlanta with So Much Beautiful Music

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Growing Musicians and Global Leaders at Pace Academy

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Jolly Holidays in Decatur!

Experience the Spirit of Hope and Love at Holly Theatre

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On the Cover: Penny Czabala, 2017, Roswell Dance Theatre’s The Nutcracker, Photo by Richard Calmes.

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Roswell Dance Theatre’s The Nutcracker returns to Byers Theatre this season for 10 enchanting performances!

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et to Tchaikovsky’s magical score, this celebrated classic comes to life with stunning sets, period costumes and more than 350 dancers from the Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance and Roswell Dance Theatre. RDT’s The Nutcracker will transport audiences of all ages into a winter wonderland that has become a holiday tradition not to be missed.

The crown jewel of the holiday

season, this family-friendly production features a larger-than-life Christmas tree, a charming Nutcracker, clever

The Nutcracker, Photo by Abigail Photos magic tricks, glittering costumes and hundreds of talented young dancers! Step into young Clara’s dreams and enter a magical world of toy soldiers, a blizzard of snowflakes, and the Sugar Plum Fairy.

This timeless tale is filled with joy from curtain to curtain!

The Byers Theatre is a world-class venue, easy to get to, and the perfect place to enjoy and make memories.

The 10-performance run opens Friday, November 25, and continues through Sunday, December 4. Special performance opportu-

nities include three Character Meet & Greets with autographs and photos, dance alumni and Girl Scout troop events. Don’t miss the extensive Nutcracker-themed gift boutique and take home the perfect souvenir!

Share unforgettable moments and everlasting memories with friends and family during this incredibly special holiday celebration.

Tickets range from $27-$40 and are on sale now at RoswellNutcracker.com.

Byers Theatre is at City Springs, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328.

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Madama Butterfly, Photo by Jeff Roffman

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The Atlanta Opera’s 2022-23 Mainstage Series Takes Flight with Madama Butterfly

he Atlanta Opera launches a groundbreaking 2022-23 Mainstage Series with Puccini’s beloved classic Madama Butterfly. The long-awaited production, initially postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, comes to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre as the first in a series of marquee operas to be presented throughout the season. A stellar cast, headlined by soprano Yasko Sato as Cio-Cio San and tenor Gianluca Terranova as Lt. Pinkerton under the direction of Carl W. Knobloch Jr. General and Artistic Director Tomer Zvulun, captures the breathtaking essence of a classic tale of innocence lost.

Presented in partnership with the Japan-America Society of Georgia, this production will be accompanied by events designed to educate and inform the

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community of the cultural complexities and challenges that have long-been associated with this opera. The Atlanta Opera Podcast has also created a limited series hosted by mezzo-soprano and cast member Nina Yoshida Nelsen that explores the AsianAmerican community’s comprehensive response to Madama Butterfly and how The Atlanta Opera’s approach to this new presentation revitalizes and imagines a new, more inclusive work.

Also featured in this highly-anticipated season are a film-noir reimagining of Mozart’s Don Giovanni, a new period production of Bernstein’s Candide, and Wagner’s monumental epic Das Rheingold.

It is a season of opera you will not forget.

For information and tickets visit atlantaopera.org.

A Celtic Family Christmas

The Holidays at City Springs

Francine Reed and Joe Gransden

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he excitement for the holiday season is building here at City Springs!

November 10, American Idol winner Phillip Phillips brings his biggest hits, “Home,” and “Love Like That” to the Byers stage; American Authors (Acoustic), whose upbeat hit “Best Day of My Life” was a chart-topper for months, opens the show. Tickets start at $52.50; a limited number of VIP tickets are available at citysprings.com/events.

Byers Theatre will also host Roswell Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker, November 25 – December 4, an exquisite production featuring magical sets, enchanting dancing, and Tchaikovsky’s incredible music, that is already a beloved tradition. A Celtic Family Christmas is December 10, with Canada’s favorite Celtic fiddler, Natalie MacMaster, husband Donnell Leahy, and their seven adorable kids. The whole talented family performs Christmas tunes, classic Celtic songs, fiddling and dancing,

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for a heartwarming start to your holiday season. Tickets start at $25. Family 4-Paks are available for A Celtic Family Christmas, with promo code FAMILY4 at citysprings. com/events.

And, just announced, a swingin’ New Year’s Eve concert (December 31) with trumpeter/band leader Joe Gransden, featuring Georgia Hall of Famer Francine Reed and a 16-piece big band, performing holiday favorites in a swingin’ style.

Then Swing in the New (see what we did there?) is after the concert — just steps away in the Studio Theatre, a party is waiting for you, with dancing, light bites, desserts and coffee, entertainment on the huge lobby screen, and festive lights on the Arcade. Tickets for the concert start at $40; afterparty tickets are $55 and include a glass of bubbly for a toast at midnight. Kiss your sweetie while you swing into 2023!

We can’t wait to see you.

The Carlos Family in Honor of Thalia N. Carlos Presents

Where Holiday Magic Comes Alive! “...One of the most entertaining [Nutcrackers] out there...”

—The Washington Post

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Tickets at atlantaballet.com or at 800-982-2787

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Holiday Fun for the Whole Family — Fox Theatre’s Annual Holiday Tours and Many More

Hip Hop Nutcracker, Photo by Cheryl Mann

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is the season of making memories at the Fox Theatre, kicking it off in November with our annual Holiday Tours. This is a special treat for patrons who want to explore the theater’s storied history. Guests will explore the garland-lined hallways, as they take an up-close look at the Fox’s distinct holiday décor, delight in the famous Mighty Mo up close, and complete the journey with complimentary warm cider or hot chocolate under the starry-skied auditorium.

Experience the Fox Theatre magic with back-to-back performances of Disney Junior Live On Tour, November 26 and Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, November 27. Disney Junior Live On Tour: Costume Palooza national tour is geared toward Disney Junior’s most beloved super fans. It offers an immersive, interactive concert experience that includes singing, dancing, 3D special effects and acrobatics with cirquelevel performances, including incredible trampoline routines from renowned acrobatic director John Brady. Grammy Award winner Chip Davis has created a show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics in the distinctive Mannheim sound. The program celebrates the group’s recent anniversary of 35

years since the first Christmas album and includes dazzling multimedia effects performed in an intimate setting.

Performing arts fans can witness two very different Nutcracker performances in December. Celebrating its 10th season on December 13th is The Hip Hop Nutcracker which pays homage to the original (George) Balanchine ballet, retold through the modern, self-expressive gaze of hip-hop culture. The touring production features hip hop pioneer Kurtis Blow, the first rapper to be signed by a major label in 1979. Blow is considered one of hip hop’s founding fathers and will perform as the MC of The Hip Hop Nutcracker. NUTCRACKER! Magic Of Christmas Ballet, the company of awardwinning principal dancers and a corps de ballet of 40 Vaganova-trained ballerinas and danseurs, will perform on December 23 with two shows. This phenomenon combines the highest caliber ballet with historic international theatrical traditions, 10-foot-tall playful puppets, nine colorful and hand-painted backdrops created with a 3-D effect, and hundreds of exquisite costumes.

The holiday season at the Fox Theatre is a festive opportunity to create memories with your family. To view a full list of upcoming events, visit foxtheatre.org.

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Celebrate the Beauty of Dance with Atlanta Ballet’s Midwinter Dreams

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et Atlanta Ballet take you into a world of dreams with immersive, live experiences that celebrate the joy and beauty of dance with Midwinter Dreams with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra, February 10 – 12 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.

In Midwinter Dreams, Atlanta Ballet will bring to the stage four works that will awaken your soul to the full range of human emotion, from joy and passion to sorrow and heartbreak.

The program opens with Concerto Grosso choreographed by San Francisco Ballet’s Helgi Tomasson as a showcase for five male dancers, demonstrating the different possible trajectories of men’s ballet careers and emphasizing each dancer’s unique qualities.

Next on the program is Ricardo Amarante’s Love Fear Loss. Inspired by the poignant personal life of French singer Edith Piaf, Amarante choreographed this exploration of romantic love to four of her most famous songs. Love Fear Loss takes you on a journey through three distinct phases of a passionate relationship, from

San Francisco Ballet in Cathy Marston’s Snowblind Photo by Erik Tomasson

the high of new love, to the fear of waning intimacy, and finally, the tragically inevitable loss of love. Although it ends in heartbreak, Love Fear Loss is ultimately a celebration of the beauty we find even in the darkest moments of our lives.

The Atlanta Ballet premiere of acclaimed choreographer Cathy Marston’s Snowblind is the centerpiece of the evening. Based on Edith Wharton’s 1911 novella, “Ethan Frome,” the critically acclaimed Snowblind tells the story of Ethan, an unhappily married man, who falls in love with his beautiful young housemaid, Mattie. Desperately in love but trapped by poverty and their duty to a sickly wife, Ethan and Mattie decide to commit suicide during a blinding snowstorm.

The program concludes with the return of audience favorite, Classical Symphony, choreographed by Yuri Possokhov. This exuberant celebration of ballet will astonish and delight with unexpected movements and dizzying tricks that challenge the dancers to their limits.

For more information visit atlantaballet.com.

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Ring in the Holiday Season at the Alliance

Thomas Neal Antwon Ghant, Caitlin Hargraves, Asia Rogers, Caleb Clark, and Andrew Benator in the Alliance Theatre’s new production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Photo by Greg Mooney.

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his holiday season, the Alliance Theatre presents the timeless family story, “A Christmas Carol” (November 12 – December 24) for the second time with its elaborate new production design and staging, and the one-man show “A Gift of Love with Adam L. McKnight” (December 7 – 23) featuring original songs and holiday favorites.

Based on the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol has served as a holiday favorite for countless Atlanta families for more than 30 years. Audiences will

be transported to the streets of London to revisit the timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge’s journey to redemption, told with beautiful live music and an all-star cast.

Adam L. McKnight returns to the Alliance Theatre for a special concert series. As he opens his heart and soul, McKnight will take audiences on a musical journey with uplifting original songs and holiday classics in a relaxed and intimate environment on the Hertz Stage. Audiences can expect McKnight and special guests to perform all styles of music, from R&B to Gospel, Pop, and even Opera.

Founded in 1968, the Alliance Theatre is the leading producing theater in the Southeast, reaching more than 165,000 patrons annually. The Alliance has premiered more than 120 productions including nine that have transferred to Broadway. In 2007, the Alliance received the Regional Theatre Tony Award for sustained excellence in programming, education and community engagement.

Tickets and season membership packages are available now. The Alliance is located at 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309. For more information, call 404-733-4600 or visit alliancetheatre.org.

Andrew Benator in the Alliance Theatre’s new production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. Photo by Greg Mooney.

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Alabama Shakespeare Festival: Stories for All. A Place for Everyone.

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good story sets our hearts and minds, even our bodies, in motion.

Every culture around the world tells stories to build and strengthen its communities: love stories, stories of courage, of shared history and heritage, of inspiration, cautionary tales. Stories give us access to personal and collective discovery. They let us see and share our distinctive experiences so we might grow and strengthen our community through understanding and inclusion in the shared experience that is theatre. At Alabama Shakespeare Festival (ASF), you’ll find stories for all.

Stories are best told in a place that welcomes everyone. Alabama Shakespeare Festival is a place for people from all walks of life and in every stage of living and learning.

People grow together and as individuals over the stories they see on our stages. Every person who sees our stories, their stories, come to life on our stages, is transformed in some way. And they, in turn, transform the world around them. We are a place for stories of togetherness. ASF is a place for everyone.

This season’s stories feature something for everyone and lots for everyone to share with the people important in their lives. Enjoy It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, a family-friendly holiday show that combines nostalgia for the classic film with the charm of 1940s radio.

January brings Jubilee, an a cappella celebration of the history of the Fisk University Singers, with a gospel and spiritual song list including “Steal Away Home,” “Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel,” and “Wade in the

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Water.” Shakespeare’s The Tempest opens in February with Greta Lambert taking an unusual turn as Prospero. Based on real events, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins unite for a once-in-a-lifetime jam session in Million Dollar Quartet in April. May brings the Tony-nominated Clyde’s, Lynn Nottage’s dark comedy about sin and redemption (through killer sandwiches, no less). We close the season with the classic Kander and Ebb musical Cabaret, transforming ASF into prewar underground Berlin and the infamous KitKat Club. Tickets and information at ASF.net.

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Festive Features Special Exhibition. Photo courtesy of Center for Puppetry Arts

Rein in the Holidays with Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer at the Center for Puppetry Arts

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’m busy, Mama. It’s almost Christmas!” bellowed the cherrycheeked Santa Claus from the 1964 Rankin/Bass TV production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, and that’s certainly the case for this holiday season’s performances and special exhibition at the Center for Puppetry Arts.

This winter, enjoy the tidings of yesteryear with live performances of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, a classic yuletide experience for everyone, from November 9 - December 31. Bring home some holiday magic with an allinclusive performance ticket that includes free onsite parking, entrance to the Worlds of Puppetry Museum, and admission to the Create-A-Puppet Workshop™ where guests can create their own puppet inspired by the show.

Santa and Rudolph from the Rankin/Bass TV Production and other famous friends are also on display at the Center’s Festive Features special exhibition.

Come marvel at the many familiar puppets you’ve known and loved from gathering around the comforting glow of late-night TV holiday specials.

The Festive Features exhibition also includes holiday puppet classics on display

such as The Muppet reindeer from the 1968 Ed Sullivan Celebration TV special in which the reindeer do everything in their power to make it snow so that Santa’s presents are delivered just in time on Christmas Eve. The special exhibition also presents the misfits from Emmet Otter’s Jug-Band Christmas, the 1977 special that follows Emmet and Ma as they enter the first annual Waterville Christmas Eve talent competition.

Festive Features also includes a visit from the cat with all the sass, Salem, of the 1996 Sabrina the Teenage Witch hit TV show. Salem is featured in his famous reindeer suit from the season two “Sabrina Claus” episode as he helps Sabrina save Christmas after a series of unfortunate events involving Santa.

This holiday season, be sure to deck your halls and calendar by stopping by the Center for Puppetry Arts and enjoying all of its seasonal offerings. The Center invites you to come and create new holiday family traditions with this exciting lineup. To learn more about this season’s live performances and the Festive Features special museum exhibition, visit www.puppet.org.

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Fall Events at ArtsKSU Celebrate the Season

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ennesaw State University College of the Arts has numerous fun events to help celebrate the fall season.

Salute our veterans with a week of patriotic concerts, visit 1977 Pittsburgh through Jitney, watch original choreography, and start the holiday season with traditional favorites.

The Bailey School of Music presents the Americana Festival November 7-11. Four concerts will be offered, from Chamber Music honoring American composers to the Brass Ensemble, Chorale, Treble Choir, and Men’s Ensemble. On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, the Wind Ensemble will pay tribute to the men and women who serve (and have served) our great nation. Veterans may call 470-578-6650 to receive a free ticket for the Friday concert. Individual tickets range from $5 to $15 or buy a festival pass for $45.

The Department of Dance presents Carte Blanche, an evening of contemporary and classical choreography, on stage Nov. 11-12. These live performances will sell out quickly, as they highlight the talent of KSU Dance students in four original dance works by faculty and guests. Tickets are $15-$20 and are available online or by calling 470-578-6650.

The Department of Theatre and Performance Studies will present August Wilson’s Jitney Nov. 11-16 at the Stillwell Theater. In 1977 in a Black neighborhood of Pittsburgh, drivers of unlicensed cabs (jitneys) fight for love, survival and respect as their garage is threatened in the name of neighborhood improvement.

In a nod to popular show tunes, TPS will host The Broadway Boys December 1 - 3. Representing shows such as Hamilton, Wicked, Jersey Boys, The Lion King, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Mamma Mia, and many more, “The Boys” rearrange traditional musical theatre tunes with elements of pop, funk, gospel, and rock for an exciting new take on Broadway’s greatest hits.

Finally, the Bailey School of Music will present the Holiday Concert December 3 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. A family favorite, the Holiday Concert has become an annual tradition to kick off the holiday season. Tickets are $25$30.

To learn more about Kennesaw State University’s College of the Arts, please visit arts.kennesaw.edu.

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Jolly Holidays in Decatur!

ingle on in Decatur with festive fun every week now through December!

Themed dance parties, tree and menorah lightings, holiday markets, a bonfire, and of course, Santa! Bring the kids for a visit with Ol’ St. Nick, on the downtown square, at Small Business Saturday on Nov. 26. Then practice your “Ho, Ho, Ho!” and dress up like the big guy himself for Decatur’s inaugural SantaCon (adults only) in December — there will be prizes! See the full listings at visitdecaturgeorgia.com, or in this guide.

Destination Dining Feast and make merry at Decatur’s notable restaurants with seasonal, chefdriven menus. No. 246, The White Bull, Café Alsace, Leon’s Full Service, Boho115, and The Deer and the Dove, are all in the heart of downtown. In December treat yourself to a tropical holiday at SOS Tiki Bar with naughty and nice cocktails. A few blocks away on West College Avenue you’ll find long-time Decatur favorite Wahoo!, the comfy and casual Imperial and the buzzy, brand-new Tortuga y Changa.

Enjoy live music at Eddie’s Attic, a cozy venue with a rooftop pub. Also, live music evenings at Ponko Chicken and The Marlay House, and comedy with a craft brew at Three Taverns. (Check

social media for schedules.)

We’ll bright up the night with twinkling lights and a giant ornament display on the square — perfect for selfies.

A Gift for Everyone on Your List Shop live (screen-free) at Squash Blossom (women’s fashion), Sq/Ft (whimsical wares), Wild Oats and Billy Goats (folk and fine art), Little Shop of Stories (books for all ages), and Worthmore Jewelers. Around the corner find Olive Branch (organic beauty products), HomeGrown (local arts and crafts), and Kismet (fine jewelry). And in November, when you spend $200 at City of Decatur retail shops, bring your receipts to the Visitors Center at 113 Clairemont Ave. and get a $20 gift card to a City of Decatur restaurant! (Limit three per person.)

Make it a Stay Book a room at the Hampton Inn and Suites or the Marriott Courtyard Decatur, each just steps away from the square. Start the morning with breakfast or brunch a short stroll from your hotel.

Know Before You Go Get the latest details at visitdecaturga.com, and connect with us on Instagram and Facebook.

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Experience the Spirit of Hope and Love at The Historic Holly Theatre

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ith a fresh take on Sondheim’s Into the Woods, The Holly Theatre in Dahlonega opened its first full season in three years. Seen through a child’s eyes, the cautionary, magical combination of familiar fairy tales showcased the regional talent and highlighted the spirit of the 2022-2023 Main-Stage Season — hope and love.

The theme Hope Endures and Love Conquers All continues with the upcoming shows: musical She Loves Me with its hilarious and touching Christmas finale in December; Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing just in time for Valentine’s Day; the musical The Spitfire Grill in the spring; and the beloved Matilda concludes the season.

According to the Artistic Director Stephanie Garrett, “Our first season back together again, we felt it was important to share a message of hope. And hand in hand with hope, love is a ubiquitous thespian theme!” (For show and ticket information go to hollytheater.com or call 706-5305162.)

The patrons have been the Holly’s inspiration, remarks The Holly Board Chair, Ivana Pelnar-Zaiko. Their steady support allowed the Theatre to face the uncertainty

of the past two years. “Now we are more than ready to give back to the community through the enchantment of live theater,” says Ms. Pelnar-Zaiko, “and it’s thrilling once again to be producing a full theatrical season. We are delighted to see our audiences come back.”

In addition to full-scale, main-stage productions, the children’s program, Holly Performance Academy, is in full swing.

On the first November weekend, the youngsters will usher in the Holiday season with The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

The delightful 101 Dalmatians will follow in March.

During the COVID-required “intermission,” the Holly Theatre used the time to renovate. They rebuilt the entire stage, added elegant new curtains, improved the lighting, added new backdrops, and upgraded its comfort and air quality systems.

The historic beauty and relaxed atmosphere of The Holly, however, remain unchanged. With no seat more than seventy feet from the stage, The Holly offers an intimate and inviting setting for guests to relax and escape through the magic of theater.

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Shen Yun Brings 5,000 Years of Culture to Atlanta

xquisite beauty from the heavens.

Profound wisdom from dynasties past. Discover authentic Chinese culture, as Shen Yun Performing Arts, the world’s premier classical Chinese dance and music company, comes to Atlanta Symphony Hall in December.

Shen Yun, a New York-based company, was founded in 2006 by an impressive group of Chinese artists. Their dream was to create a renaissance for mankind’s most ancient heritage. Today, their wish has become an international phenomenon.

Shen Yun performs in 150 cities worldwide. With breathtaking dances, gorgeous costumes, live orchestra, and dynamic backdrops, this is a show brimming with themes of courage, hope, and triumph of good over evil. Shen Yun is the world’s only company depicting Chinese culture as it had been before it was nearly destroyed by decades of communist rule.

Each year, the company debuts a new lineup of original music and choreography, ranging from classical Chinese dance to traditional ethnic and folk dance styles to theatrical depictions of beloved stories.

At the performance’s core is classical Chinese dance. This is the same richly expressive art form that had once been performed in front of emperors in palace halls.

Today, it has evolved into one of the most comprehensive dance systems in the world.

Shen Yun features hundreds of handmade costumes — showcasing apparel from China’s 5,000 years of history. Their exquisite colors blend seamlessly with the animated backdrops, instantly transporting the audience to another world. The animation also contains a few surprises, but those are best left for the performance.

In this holiday season, Shen Yun’s warm embrace of this ancient heritage is a great way to celebrate holidays, and is a highly accessible, enlightening, and entertaining experience.

Shen Yun will perform at Atlanta Symphony Hall Dec. 24, 2022 - Jan. 8, 2023.

For tickets and more information, visit www.shenyun.com/Atlanta.

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“It’s the best time of the year” with the Atlanta Master Chorale

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here is something Music can be a “It’s the hap-happiest magical about the marriage of comfort and season of all… holiday season. joy. It has the power to When friends It’s no surprise that weave these individual come to call… families so often treasure strands together in an And hearts will their Christmas and experience of surprising, be glowing holiday traditions. These even jarring, tapestry of annual celebrations have delight and contentment.

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“And the thing that will make Celebrate the season and join us for them ring is the carol that you our extraordinary Christmas with Atlanta sing, right within your heart.”

Master Chorale Concerts on December 9, 10 and 11 at the Schwartz Center for Performing concerts or ballets, holiday parties or plays, Arts on the campus of Emory University or viewing holiday displays, it’s a season in Decatur. Concerts details, tickets, and to pause and to remember the richness livestreaming information can be found at of what life is about. Each year we are AtlantaMasterChorale.org/concerts. afforded the opportunity to experience the All of us at Atlanta Master Chorale depth of our emotion, excitement, hopes, wish you a wonderful holiday season and a and dreams throughout the years. blessed New Year!

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A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Christmas with Atlanta Master Chorale

Friday, Dec. 2 | 8 PM Saturday, Dec. 3 | 4 PM & 8 PM Glenn Auditorium

Friday, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10 | 8 PM Sunday, Dec. 11 | 4 PM Schwartz Center for Performing Arts

An evening of candlelit service, service, choral music, and scripture readings.

Join family, friends, and neighbors for for songs of joy and peace, of light and love.

CELEBRATE THE MUSIC OF CHRISTMAS TICKETS ON SALE NOW 404.727.5050 SCHWARTZ.EMORY.EDU/CHRISTMAS

THE HOLLY THEATRE WELCOMES THE HOLIDAYS!

A Holly Performance Academy Christmas Production

Christmas hits by some of country's favorite ladies Two shows

November 4, 5, 6

November 26

A musical Christmas romance of secret pen pals that will charm the whole family.

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Where Community is Always Center Stage!

For tickets & more visit hollytheater.com

Photos by Dan Lax MediaShowcase featuring AGMC & AWC

Blessed with So Much Beautiful Music

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tlanta is home to two outstanding choral groups who live under the same umbrella — The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus and the Atlanta Women’s Chorus. Both groups have a long history of serving Atlanta and delivering up amazing music. Come join us for two unique and wonderful concerts!

The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus presents their 42nd Annual Holiday Concert on Friday, December 3, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, December 4, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. The men return to the beautiful Cathedral of St Philip for these performances. The Cathedral’s architecture lends itself to the rich voices of a men’s choral group. The halls literally reverberate with the melodies. This is AGMC’s 26th year at the Cathedral. The holiday themed concert will definitely put you in the holiday spirit!

The Atlanta Women’s Chorus is singing praises to a brilliant winter

wonderland in their glorious concert, Winter of Wonder, on Saturday, December 17 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. AWC has been singing together for nine years. They are well known for their talent. The women will perform at the newly christened Cascade Midtown UMC (formerly Grace United Methodist). The women sing like angels and your spirits are guaranteed to soar to the heavens as they bring you a concert filled with the beautiful music of the season.

For tickets and more information on both groups please visit: www.voicesofnote.org.

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December 8-18, 2022 Tickets: $15 and up Out Front Theatre Company

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Growing Musicians and Global Leaders at Pace Academy

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n the fall of 2022, Pace Academy published Excellence in Every Endeavor, a five-year strategic plan that emphasizes the school’s motto — To have the courage to strive for excellence — and imagines an ever-greater place for children to learn, grow and thrive. As part of Pace’s strategic efforts, the school will expand performing arts programming for all students, while continuing to develop foundational knowledge in the arts by bridging curriculum across the Lower, Middle and Upper Schools. Within Pace’s thriving strings program, that work is already underway. This year, students in third grade may elect to participate in strings, a program expansion that represents Pace’s investment in arts education for its youngest learners.

The expansion was made possible by the 2021 opening of the Kam Memar Lower School, which added 36,500 square feet of state-of-the-art space, including nearly 3,000 square feet of classroom space dedicated to music education, in addition to

spaces for science, STEAM, Design Thinking and play. “It’s exciting to see the growth that the Kam Memar Lower School has already made possible within our arts program,” reports Pace Academy Director of Fine Arts Sean Bryan. “We know that children who commit to a specific musical discipline early in childhood build a unique set of skills that serves them throughout their lives.

Dedication to an instrument enhances fine motor skills, and it develops the part of the brain used to focus and concentrate.

But more than that, musical study allows students to learn through failure, trial and error, and — ultimately — success. This boosts confidence and self-esteem, as well as creativity and discipline, skills necessary in today’s global market.” The goal, Bryan says, is to use education in the arts to create lifelong learners and critical thinkers.

“Academics develop the mind, athletics develop the body and the arts develop the soul.” Visit paceacademy.org/arts for information.

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The Tempest November 2022

A Christmas Carol December 2022

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ATLANTA SPOTLIGHTS HOLIDAY 7 Stages 44th Season Kicks Off with Collaborations and Daring Takes

Alliance Theatre Brings to Stage a New Adaptation of The Christmas Carol

Our 2022/2023 Season is stacked with engaging art events, stage performances, and community connection. November 19, First Voices Festival celebrates Indiginous cultures with a PowWow, open dialogue, and evening of performances. December 2-4, High Risk, Baby! speaks to motherhood and reproductive rights. March 2023, count on an immersive Pinocchio experience with The Object Group and Sky Creature Productions, and May 2023 brings Lynn Nottage’s harrowing Mlima’s Tale to our Mainstage. Learn more and get tickets at 7Stages.org

The Alliance Theatre’s beloved production A CHRISTMAS CAROL returns to The Coca-Cola Stage with its stunning new adaptation, featuring a brilliantly reimagined set design and striking new costumes. Described as “high art of the season… a nostalgic feast for the eyes,” by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, audiences will be transported to the streets of London to revisit the timeless redemption story of Ebenezer Scrooge, told with beautiful live music and an all-star cast. Join the Alliance Theatre for one of Atlanta’s most treasured holiday traditions. Visit https://www. alliancetheatre.org/production/2022-23/achristmas-carol to purchase your tickets for all performances. Performances November 12 through Christmas Eve.

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ATLANTA SPOTLIGHTS HOLIDAY Arís celebrates 10 Years with More Celtic Theatre Arís, Atlanta’s stage for celtic culture, is in their 10th year of bringing celtic theatre to Atlanta. As part of Irish Fest Atlanta, (November 5) they perform “5 Irish Legends” with an all youth ensemble.

On November 15, 2022, a staged reading of “Allegiance” by Mary Kenny examines and celebrates an important event in Irish history. In January 2022, the Scots poet Robert Burns gets his due for Arís’ annual Burns Night. And in June 2022, Arís presents a giant of a tale with “The Legend of Finn McCool”. For more information, visit aristheatre.org.

“In the air there’s a feeling of Christmas…” with Atlanta Master Chorale The warm glow of love, glad tidings… Gather round with friends and family to enjoy these special concerts of deep-seated comfort, joy, and gladness. Christmas with Atlanta Master Chorale delights young and old, always delivering smiles, thoughtful tears, and moments to grab the hand next to you. Our most popular concert of the season is also one of our favorites. Join us at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts on December 9, 10 & 11 and enjoy a sense of peace and togetherness as we celebrate the season. Concerts details, tickets, and livestreaming information can be found at AtlantaMasterChorale.org/concerts.

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The Atlanta Opera’s 2022-23 Mainstage Series Takes Flight with Madama Butterfly It is breathtaking.

It is timeless. It is Butterfly. Puccini’s beloved opera comes to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre November 5-13 as The Atlanta Opera rings in a groundbreaking season of opera! Be transported to a time past as Cio-Cio San renounces culture and family to marry a young American naval officer. It is quintessential opera with unforgettable music in this heartbreaking tale of innocence lost. Reserve your seat today! atlantaopera.org.

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Let Atlanta Ballet transport you and your family into a magical fantasy land full of warmth and wonder, where dreams come true.

Imaginations will soar as dancing snowflakes, beautiful ballerinas, waltzing flowers, toy soldiers and so much more come to life in Atlanta Ballet’s reimagined production of The Nutcracker set to the iconic Tchaikovsky score played

ATLANTA SPOTLIGHTS HOLIDAY live by the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra. Travel with Marie and her handsome Nutcracker Prince into a magical winter wonderland that is nothing shy of extravagant.

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in hopes of a storybook happy ending!

November 18 (7 p.m.) and 19 (2 p.m. and 7 p.m.) at Blessed Trinity Catholic High School Theater. Tickets at adc.booktix.com.

Ballethnic’s Urban Nutcracker will return to Morehouse King Chapel November 9-11

Urban Nutcracker returns to Martin Luther King Atlanta Jr. International Chapel December 9-11.

Dance Company Choreographed by Waverly T. Lucas’ it presented by Atlanta Dance Company announces the is set in Atlanta’s historic Sweet Auburn return of this family friendly ballet for their community of the 1940’s. One of the first second season. Mother Goose narrates ethnicized adaptations of The Nutcracker as we follow the journey of Bo Peep’s 2022 celebrates its 29th season. It is a soulful mischievous sheep. While Bo Peep’s featuring Reggae Ragdolls, the Ticketsfriends On Sale Now! celebration Nov 18 adc.booktix.com help her search for her sheep, theTickets evil sultry Arabian 7pm dance, the spins and leaps of $22.50 - $32.00 Blessed Trinity Catholic High School Barnaby is out to steal Mary11320 Quite Contrary’s the Black Russians, Mother Spice and her Nov 19 Woodstock Road - Roswell, GA 30075 & 7pmDrops, the bubbly Cocamagic, making the journey to find the sheep tumbling2pm Spice difficult. Join us to cheer on the characters Cola Pas de Six, and the Brown Sugar and

Magic, friendship, and celebration in the return of Babes in Toyland by Atlanta Dance Company

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her Chocolatier. Additional drum music is composed by L. Gerard Reid. For more information and tickets at ballethnic.org.

Winter House at Callanwolde presents One More Light One More Light is a theatrically based Holiday Dance show that follows the inspired antics of a 1970’s TV telethon.

Performance includes a very special guest appearance by the Ebenezer Baptist Church Gospel Choir of Atlanta. Gather in the indoor Callanwolde Courtyard for shows on December 8, 9, and 10 with winter delights like hot chocolate and sweet treats. Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase. For tickets and more information, visit www.callanwoldedance.com.

Winter House Musical Performances at Callanwolde Visit Callanwolde Fine Arts Center during Winter House 2022 for live music, holiday workshops, and more. Join us December 2nd for the Karla Harris Holiday Show, as her and her band perform an evening of jazz, blues and soul, along with holiday classics. On December 3, Son of Town Hall takes the stage, with musicians David Berkeley and Ben Parker entertaining as a theatrical duo. Ticketed performances during Winter House are held in the beautiful indoor Courtyard of the Mansion.

Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks are available for purchase. For tickets and more information, visit www.callanwolde.org/ winterhouse2022.

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ATLANTA SPOTLIGHTS HOLIDAY Come see the exciting festivities at the Center for Puppetry Arts this holiday season!

The Center kicks things off with its holiday staple, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, from November 9 - December 31. All tickets include parking, entrance to the Worlds of Puppetry Museum, and a Create-A-Puppet Workshop™ inspired by the show. The Center also hosts its Festive Features special museum exhibition, displaying classic holiday puppets from the 1964 Rankin/Bass TV Production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, 1996’s Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and many more! To buy tickets, visit www.puppets.org.

City Springs Performing Arts Center has Something for Everyone City Springs has something for everyone coming up: November 10, American Idol winner Phillip Phillips (“Home,” “Love Like That”) performs, with American Authors (Acoustic), who had a hit in “Best Day of My Life.” The holiday season starts with Roswell Dance Theatre’s Nutcracker, November 25 – December 4, and A Celtic Family Christmas December 10 with Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy and their adorable kids, with Christmas tunes, fiddling, dancing, and Celtic songs. Our New Year’s Eve concert features Joe Gransden and Francine Reed with swingin’ holiday hits, followed by Swing in the New, an afterparty just steps away in Studio Theatre.

City Springs Theatre Company has Musical Theatre Lovers Covered this Holiday Season For the musical theatre lover in your family, City Springs Theatre Company has you covered this holiday season. Individual tickets for the remaining 2022-23 PNC Bank Season

shows, MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS, are now on sale. All-new TWO-SHOW packages are also available and include subscriber benefits, including free exchanges. Gift certificates are also available. Visit CitySpringsTheatre. com for more information or to purchase tickets this holiday season.

Conant Performing Arts Center Features Stage Productions by Oglethorpe University and Actor’s Express Visit Oglethorpe’s small, historic campus for theatre, concerts, and visual arts on a different scale. A teaching museum with a growing permanent collection, the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art hosts world-class exhibitions, lectures and chamber concerts.

Oglethorpe’s 550-seat Conant Performing Arts Center stages productions by the university’s acclaimed music and theatre programs, as well as guest lecturers and student-led theatre and art exhibitions.

Top Atlanta arts organizations also grace our stage! Atlanta theatre company Actor’s Express annually partners with Oglethorpe Theatre to co-produce a musical featuring both professional and student actors.

Details about upcoming events at oglethorpe.edu/arts.

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Girl Why You Dance Like That? — Fusion: From Africa to Hip-Hop Thrilling live drums, driving rhythms and amazingly executed dance are woven in this African Diaspora dance and music history lesson. It begins with drums and moves through time from North American slavery to the Caribbean, Gospel to Blues and the Twist to Disco to Hip-Hop. Conceived by Speech, lead singer of Atlanta’s own Arrested Development and written by director Terrie Ajile Axam, this traditional Kwanzaa offering toured the U.S. for three years.

Fusion is fresh and remains true to trends in dance, music and song and is guided by Ms. Axam and Master Drummer Greyling Oginga Love. Visit us: dancicalproductions.com/featured-shows

Make Merry in Decatur!

Get dinner and drinks before or after the show at award-winning, chefdriven dining spots. Restaurant hopping?

Take your beverage along within our designated entertainment zones. Stroll through twinkling light displays, and selfie at the giant walk-through ornament on the square. Shop screen-free and find “the” gift for everyone on your list. Our local shops on the square offer everything from fashion to folk art to fine jewelry. Mark your calendars for free festive fun throughout the season.

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Fleetwood Dance Theater Presents a Magical Nutcracker This holiday season, see what happens when a young girl’s imagination takes over her dreams.

Fleetwood Dance Theater presents the most magical production of The Nutcracker in North Atlanta. December 2 - 4, more than a hundred of the finest local and professional dancers in the region return to Blessed Trinity Performing Arts Theater to tell this classic story that has become a beloved family tradition for nearly a quarter of a century. Artistic Director, Lynn Fleetwood Dukes,continues to reimagine the production with stunning sets, beautiful costumes, special effects, and amazing magical illusions. Experience our Magical Legacy! https://fleetwooddance.com

Fox Theatre Holiday Events and Annual Membership Gifts!

Ring in the Holidays this year with multiple festive events for the whole family or gift an Annual Membership Package to your avid concertgoer or Broadway fan. Our custom plans let you choose between an 80, 40, 20 or 10 show package of your choice with access to the luxurious Marquee Club presented by Lexus.

Club access grants you early entry to the premium lounge space with complimentary pre-show food, private restrooms, bars, and rooftop terraces. For tickets to holiday events call 855-285-8499. For information on purchasing one of our annual membership plans call 404-881-2000 or email sales@foxtheatre.org.

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ATLANTA SPOTLIGHTS HOLIDAY Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Celebrates 41st Annual Nutcracker

Libby Whittemore’s Christmas Show is Back @ Actor’s Express

Enjoy the holiday tradition of The Nutcracker with Gwinnett Ballet Theatre as they celebrate their 41st annual production of The Nutcracker in Gwinnett County during the first three weeks in December. Performances are at the Gas South District Theatre and include a live orchestra of 40 professional musicians from December 9 through 18. Be captivated by this beautiful story ballet, complete with entrancing dancing, stunning sets, and colorful costumes. Magic abounds as Herr Drosselmeyer presents young Clara with a toy Nutcracker, setting imaginations ablaze when the toy comes to life, accompanying Clara on a journey to the Land of Sweets!

The Nutcracker features a cast of over 100 professional and student dancers.

Don’t miss Gwinnett Ballet Theatre special presentation of this holiday classic! Visit gwinnettballet.org for ticket information.

This December sees the return of Libby’s “Ho, Ho, Home For The Holidays” and “A Connie Sue Day Christmas”. As the initial offering of the “Libby’s At The Express” series, this event has become an annual Christmas must-see and has played to full houses for 15 years.

It plays December 9 & 10 and December 16, 17 & 18 with showtime at 7:30. For tickets & info go to the Actor’s Express website www.actors-express.com Libby also continues her “Living Room Cabaret” concerts live on Facebook, which began during the lockdown in 2020, every Thursday night at 7:30. https://www. facebook.com/libby.whittemore1

Honor Veterans with ArtKSU’s Americana Festival The Bailey School of Music presents the Americana Festival from November 7-11.

Four concerts will be offered, from Chamber Music honoring American composers to the Brass Ensemble, Chorale, Treble Choir, and Men’s Ensemble. On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, the Wind Ensemble will pay tribute to the men and women who serve (and have served) our great nation.

Veterans may call 470-578-6650 to receive a free ticket for the Friday concert. Individual tickets range from $5 to $15 or buy a festival pass for $45. https://arts.kennesaw.edu/music/news/ posts/americana_festival.php

Celebrating 34 Years of Symphonic Chorus with The Michael O’Neal Singers The Michael O’Neal Singers (MOS) organization is celebrating its 34th concert season.

Composed of a symphonic chorus of 135 auditioned voices and the Kaleidoscope vocal ensemble of 32, MOS provides a unique opportunity to the north metropolitan Atlanta community to experience choral presentations of artistic excellence and programmatic variety, both in person and online. Our ’22-’23 season continues with Christmas with MOS, featuring Vivaldi’s Gloria and other choral holiday favorites, on Sunday, December 4, and the 17th Annual Messiah Sing-Along on Sunday, December 18. Both events take place at Roswell UMC in Historic Roswell GA. Visit www.mosingers.com for more information about The Michael O’Neal Singers.

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We at Onstage Atlanta would love for you to spend the Holidays at our house.

Celebrate excellence in arts education with students at Pace Academy.

We have twenty lighted Christmas trees, a life size sleigh, hot cookies, hot cider, and warm milk. We pull out all the stops to make your Holidays Merry and Bright! This year we are featuring three Christmas Carols. All very different and all very special. A Christmas Carol a one man show staring and adapted by Stuart Schleuse, A Queer Carol by Joe Godfrey and finally A Christmas Carol by Patrick Barlow featuring one Scrooge and five actors playing 40 roles. Come and pick your favorite Scrooge.

For more information and tickets see www.onstageatlanta.com or call 404-8971802.

The independent collegepreparatory school serves 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade and provides the highest level of artistic experience and knowledge by embedding study of the visual and performing arts in its curriculum for all ages. Pace’s 2022-2023 theater season will conclude with an Upper School production of the musical comedy Something Rotten!

Learn more at paceacademy.org/arts.

OurSong presents Hollywood Holiday Come celebrate the holidays with a choral salute to Hollywood! OurSong will delight with wellworn and endearing songs from television and film, including childhood favorites and more recent wintry mixes, ranging from “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” to “Mame”, “It’s a Wonderful Life”, and even “Game of Thrones”. Accompanied by our fabulous pianist Cheryl Hunter and other local musicians, we are excited to start our 21st season in Atlanta. December 9-10, Friday and Saturday, at 8pm, Decatur First Baptist Church. Visit oursongatlanta.org for tickets and more concert info.

Join Roswell Dance Theatre for a timeless holiday tradition!

Travel with Clara and her Prince to the Land of Sweets where they are entertained by enchanting dancers from around the globe.

Gorgeous costumes, magical scenery, beloved music and exquisite dancing in this classic Nutcracker will delight guests of all ages. Share unforgettable moments and everlasting memories with friends and family during this incredibly special holiday celebration.

Presented in the beautiful Byers Theatre in City Springs, there are ten performances beginning on Friday November 25 running through Sunday December 4. Tickets at RoswellNutcracker.com Roswell Dance Theatre 770-998-0259

Roswell Cultural Arts Center presents a heartwarming holiday series for the entire family.

Join Katie Deal for Holly Dolly Christmas, her tribute to the music of Dolly Parton.

CULTURAL ARTS CENTER Katie’s golden voice and sparkling personality offer a glorious glimpse into everything Dolly! First, catch Atlanta’s premier a cappella choir, Atlanta

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ATLANTA SPOTLIGHTS HOLIDAY Vocal Project, for Ringin’ in the Holidays, and Atlanta Dance Theatre’s gorgeously rendered classic The Nutcracker! Finally, it wouldn’t be Christmas without the wildly popular Winter Puppet series, with everyone’s favorite puppeteer, Lee Bryan, in Trouble in Toyland. Joining Lee will be Frisch Marionettes with the hilarious Holiday Punch! www.roswellcac.com

Schwartz Center for Performing Arts Celebrates its 20th Anniversary through the Holidays!

The 2022–2023 season marks 20 years of presenting exceptional performances at the Schwartz Center with world renowned artists! Big Band Jazz is in full swing with the Atlanta debut of the Maria Schneider Orchestra on November 17 at 8 p.m. Christmas celebrations begin on December 2 with Emory’s choral tradition of A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, December 2–3, followed by Christmas with Atlanta Master Chorale, December 9–11.

Build-your-own subscription packages and single tickets are on sale at schwartz.emory. edu, or calling 404.727.5050.

Shen Yun Presents 5,000 Years of the Art of Classical Chinese Dance Shen Yun will be performing at Atlanta Symphony Hall from Dec 24 to Jan 8. Shen Yun invites you to experience China before communism through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance. A seamless blend of timeless stories, live East-West orchestration, innovative digital backdrops and a deeply expressive dance form. Some people fly from other countries or drive hundreds of miles to see it. Others see the same performance five or six times. Why? Many say there are no words to describe it CHINA BEFORE COMMUNISM

— you have to see it with your own eyes to find out. Get tickets from shenyun.com/atl or call 877-285-7469

Stage Door Theatre kicks off a new holiday tradition of family-friendly fun. “‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring” …or so we thought! Santa skipped a house last year and this story is about the ragtag team determined to get to the bottom of it. Join Stage Door for the wild adventures of a mouse, an elf, and a spunky little girl who just won’t take no for an answer. Be sure to join us for this joyful tribute to the holiday season! For more visit us at stagedoortheatrega.org

The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus and Atlanta Women’s Chorus holiday shows will warm your heart and put holiday spirit in your step!

The women’s chorus concert is an amazing array of songs celebrating winter — along with well-loved holiday favorites. The women sing like angels and you will know the holidays are here when you attend their show (December 17)! The Atlanta Gay Men’s Chorus celebrates 42 years of bringing holiday music to the City of Atlanta! Their concert is full of fun and celebrates the season in style (December 3-4}. Go to www.voicesofnote.org for tickets for both these great groups!

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Music Director Lynn Swanson leads New South Festival Singers with Percussionist Jeffrey Kershner and Pianist Ivy Belk Pirl in a musical celebration of the beauty and wonder of Christmas.

Since 1985 the annual Festival Singers performance of treasured carols, timeless classics and candlelight splendor has been a beloved Atlanta holiday tradition. The New South Festival Singers, an ensemble of the William Baker Choral Foundation, specializes in short-form sacred a cappella classics, early American spirituals and a worldwide celebration of musical innovation, along with an annual choral-orchestral masterwork. For information on Carols by Candlelight and other 22-23 concerts, please visit FestivalSingers.org/concerts

Enjoy a Taste of the Mountains in Historic Holly Theatre The Holly Theatre, Dahlonega, is a historic, 300-seat community theater featuring smalltown charm and big-town quality. From our own, upcoming musical productions like the holiday-themed She Loves Me to toetapping tribute bands like Cherry Cherry, the Holly provides a choice for every taste. We showcase the vast talents of our Georgia mountains region: old-timey traditions of singin’, fiddlin’, and strummin’ translate into musical experiences that give Broadway

a run for its money. Some of our stars have grown up in our Holly Performance Academy, which features several fullystaged junior musicals each year (The Best Christmas Pageant Ever in November 2022).

For more please visit us at hollytheater.com

Alabama Shakespeare Festival — Something for Everyone ASF’s Season 51 features something for everyone. In December our family-friendly holiday show, It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, combines nostalgia for the classic film and 1940s radio. January brings Jubilee, an a cappella celebration of the history of the Fisk University Singers, with a gospel and spiritual song list including “Steal Away Home,” “Didn’t My Lord Deliver Daniel,” and “Wade in the Water.” Shakespeare’s The Tempest opens in February. Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins unite for Million Dollar Quartet in April, followed by the Tony-nominated Clyde’s in May. We close the season with the classic Kander and Ebb musical Cabaret, transforming ASF into prewar underground Berlin and the infamous KitKat Club.

Tickets and information at ASF.net.

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ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY Performance Guide created in partnership with As of press time the following events are scheduled, but may be subject to change

KIDS SHOWS RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSE REINDEER 11/9-12/31/22 Prices: varies Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309-2820 USA TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/rudolph-the-rednosed-reindeer/ BABY SHARK LIVE! THE CHRISTMAS SHOW 11/20/22 Prices: $26-$88.25 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 aso.org (KNOCK, KNOCK) 11/30-12/23/21 Prices: $5-$10 Alliance Theatre 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-6400 alliancetheatre.org SHREK THE MUSICAL JR. 12/2 @ 7:00 p.m.-12/3/22 @ 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Prices: $12 The Roswell Cultural Arts Center Presents: Roswell Youth Theatre Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare.com/ShrekJR

TROUBLE IN TOYLAND WITH LEE BRYAN “THAT PUPPET GUY” 12/15-17/22 Thurs-Sat. @ 10:00 a.m.

Fri. matinée @ 1:30 p.m.

Prices: $10/Ages 2 & under-free.

Group rate 10+ tickets Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare.com/ TroubleinToylandwithLeeBryanThatPuppetGuy THE GRINCH REMIXED 12/17/22 @ 3:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Prices: $15 Roswell Dance Starz Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare.com/TheGrinchRemixed THE FRISCH MARIONETTES PRESENTS HOLIDAY PUNCH! 12/20-22/22 at 10 a.m. + 1:30 p.m. Matinees 12/21&22/22 Prices: $10/Prices: $10/Ages 2 & under-free. Group rate 10+ tickets Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare.com/ TheFrischMarionettespresentsHolidayPunch

MUSICAL THEATRE STARS OF ATLANTA, A NIGHT OF LEGENDS Featuring 10/29./Dana Douglas & Dina Jacobs, 11/26./MOTION,12/17/Paula Sinclair Prices: $10 Door (Cash) Tables available (LIMITED) Showtime 8pm Guac Y Margys Midtown 502 Amsterdam Ave Ne Atlanta, GA 30306 TIX: 470-710-4978

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ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY THE GHASTLY DREADFUL Adult Performance 10/12-10/29/22 Prices: $22.00 Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309-2820 USA TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/the-ghastlydreadfuls-2/ KINKY BOOTS 10/20-11/5/22 Prices: $25-$35 Out Front Theatre 999 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 TIX: 404-448-2755 outfronttheatre.com IN THE HEIGHTS 10/21-11/6/22 Prices: $37-$120 City Springs Theatre Company Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: 404-477-4365 www.CitySpringsTheatre.com

“THE TEMPEST” PRESENTED BY OU THEATRE 10/21-22 & 27-29/22, 8 p.m.; 10/30/22, 2 p.m.

Prices: $20 on EventBrite or purchase at door Oglethorpe University Conant Performing Arts Center 4484 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30319 TIX: oglethor.pe/tempest THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER 11/4 & 11/5/22 @ 7 p.m., 11/6/22 @ 2 p.m.

Prices:$10-$14 The Holly Theatre Company 69 W Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533 TIX: 706-530-5162 hollytheater.com MADAMA BUTTERFLY 11/5, 11/8, 11/11, 11/13/22 Prices: $45-$200 The Atlanta Opera Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, 30339 TIX: 404-881-8885 www.atlantaopera.org

A CHRISTMAS CAROL 11/12-12/24/22 Prices: $54.60 to $78 Alliance Theatre Coca-Cola Stage, Woodruff Arts Center 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-6400 alliancetheatre.org https://www.alliancetheatre.org/production/202223/a-christmas-carol OPERA THEATER 11/18/22 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Prices: $10-$12 (students $5) Bailey School of Music, College of the Arts Morgan Concert Hall, Bailey Performance Center 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw, GA 30144 TIX: (470)-578-6650 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/opera_ theater

SILVER BELLES: CLASSIC COUNTRY WITH KATIE DEAL 11/26/22 @ 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. Prices: $37 The Holly Theatre Company 69 W Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533 TIX: 706-530-5162 hollytheater.com BROADWAY BOYS 12/1/22 @ 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; 12/2-3/22 @8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Prices: $12-$20 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/broadway_ boy K.I.S.S. FALL IMPROV SHOWCASE 12/9-10/22 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Prices: $5 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/kiss_fall_ improv_showcase

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY JITNEY 11/11/22 8pm-9pm, 11-12-22 8pm-9pm, 11-13-22 3 p.m.-4 p.m., 11-15-22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m., and 11-16-22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Prices: $12-$20 Department of Theatre and Performance Studies, College of the Arts Stilwell Theater 471 Bartow Ave NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144 TIX: (470)-578-6650 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/jitney A CHRISTMAS CAROL 12/2-12/18/22 Prices: $20-26 OnStage Atlanta Theatre Company 3041 N. Decatur Rd., Scottsdale, GA 30079 TIX: 404-897-1802 www.onstageatlanta.com HIGH RISK, BABY! 12/2-4/22 Prices: $35-$40, Discounts Available 7 Stages & PushPush Arts 7 Stages 1105 Euclid Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 TIX: 404-523-7647 7stages.org/shows/high-risk-baby

TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS 12/2 -18/22 Prices: $15-$35 Stage Door Theatre Dunwoody Cultural Arts Center 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd. Dunwoody GA, 30338 TIX: (770) 396-1726 stagedoortheatrega.org IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY 12/2-31/22 Prices: $25-$64 Alabama Shakespeare Festival – Festival Stage 1 Festival Drive, Montgomery, AL 36117 TIX: 334-271-5353 ASF.net ANASTASIA 12/6/22 Prices: $31-$99 Broadway Atlanta 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org

CHRISTMAS DEAREST 12/8-18/22 Prices: $25-$35 Out Front Theatre 999 Brady Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 TIX: 404-448-2755 outfronttheatre.com

THEATRE PACE ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Pace Academy Fine Arts Center Zalik Theater 966 W. Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta TIX: 404-262-1345 pace.booktix.com AURORA THEATRE 22/23 SEASON EVENTS Lawrenceville Arts Center, Bartow & Leslie Morgan Cabaret Free Parking at 147 East Crogan St, Lawrenceville TIX: 678-226-6222 https://www.auroratheatre. com/and https://lvilleartscenter.com/

THINGS GO BUMP 10/28-11/5/22 Prices: $20-$26 OnStage Atlanta 3041 N Decatur Rd, Scottdale, GA 30079 TIX: 404-897-1802 onstageatlanta.com JONATHAN VAN NESS 11/4/22 Prices: $40-$125 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org THE TEMPEST 11/5-27/22 Prices: $25-$45 The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse 499 Peachtree St NE Atlanta GA 30308 TIX: 404-874-5299 www.ShakespeareTavern.com SPY NINJAS 11/6/22 Prices: $36-$106 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY ALLEGIANCE BY MARY KENNY (A STAGED READING) 11/15/22, @ 8:00 p.m. Prices: $10-$20 Arís 7 Stages Theatre Back Stage, 1105 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 TIX: 404-692-0053 aristheatre.org KSU TELLERS FALL SHOWCASE 11/29-30/22 @7:30pm-8:30pm Prices: $5 Department of Theatre & Performance Studies, College of the Arts Onyx Theater 462 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw, GA 30144 TIX: (470)-578-6650 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/ksu_tellers_ fall_showcase CHARLES DICKENS’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL 12/3-23/22 Prices: $25-$45 The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse 499 Peachtree St NE Atlanta GA 30308 TIX: 404-874-5299 www.ShakespeareTavern.com

SHE LOVES ME 12/2-12/18/22, Fri. & Sat. @ 8:00 p.m., Sun. @ 2:00 p.m.

Prices: $15-$35 The Holly Theatre Company 69 W Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533 TIX: 706-530-5162 hollytheater.com A CHRISTMAS STORY 12/2-18/22 Prices: $18-$27 Act3 Productions 6285-R Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: (770) 241-1905 www.act3productions.org MICHELLE OBAMA 12/2-3/22 Prices: $69.50-$349.50 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org

BILL’S 44TH 12/8-11/22 Prices: $30 Dorothy James & Andy Manjuck, Brooklyn NY Center For Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St NW, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/ bills-44th/ LOUIS CK 12/16/22 Prices: $55-$125 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org

MUSIC ARTSKSU EVENTS: CELEBRATION OF LIFE-CHOIRS 11-1-22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Prices: $10-$12 ($5 students) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/celebration_ of_life_choirs

JAZZ GUITAR & VOCAL JAZZ 11/2/22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Prices: $10-$12 ($5 students) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/jazz_guitar_ vocal_jazz_1822 AMERICANA FESTIVAL 11/7,11/9,11/10 and 11/11/22 Prices: $10-$15 (Students $5), Attend all festival events for only $45 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/americana_ festival MIXED CHAMBER ENSEMBLES 11-12-22 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Prices: $10-$12 ($5 students) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/mixed_ chamber_ensembles_4939 JAZZ COMBOS 11-14-22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Prices: $10-$12 (students $5) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/jazz_ combos_231

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Blessed Trinity Catholic High School 11320 Woodstock Road - Roswell, GA 30075 Atlanta Dance Company (ADC) is a registered 501c3 whose mission is to provide young dancers with performance opportunities and high quality dance instruction. Dancers with ADC take classes with the Dancer’s Studio in Johns Creek.

Nov 19 2pm & 7pm

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY UNIVERSITY BAND & PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA 11/16/22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Prices (range): $10$12 (students $5) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/university_ band_philharmonic_orchestra GOSPEL CHOIR 11/19/22 8 p.m.-9 p.m. Prices (range): $10-$12 (students $5) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/gospel_ choir_851 FACULTY RECITAL: ROBERT HENRY, PIANO 11/28/22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Prices: $10-$12 (students $5) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/faculty_ recital_robert_henry_piano_2050 JAZZ ENSEMBLE I 11/29/22 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Prices: $10-$12 (students $5) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/jazz_ ensemble_i

HOLIDAY CONCERT 12/3/22 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Prices: $24-$30 (students $5) https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/holiday_ concert Bailey School of Music, College of the Arts Morgan Concert Hall, Bailey Performance Center 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw, GA 30144 TIX: (470)-578-6650 R.E.S.P.E.C.T 11/2/22 Prices: $39-$79 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org FALL MUSIC GALA 11/4/22 @ 8 p.m. Prices: Free, no tickets required Oglethorpe University Conant Performing Arts Center 4484 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30319 TIX: oglethorpe.edu

EMORY EVENTS: DAVID DEVEAU, PIANO 11/4/22 @ 12 p.m.

Prices: Free, no tickets required EMORY CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF ATLANTA SOOVIN KIM, VIOLIN, AND GLORIA CHIEN, PIANO 11/12/22 @ 8 p.m.

Prices: Free, no tickets required EMORY CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY OF ATLANTA EMORY CHAMBER ENSEMBLES 11/13/22, @ 4:00 p.m.

Prices: Free, no tickets required EMORY DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC EMORY COLLABORATIVE PIANO 11/13/22, @ 7:00 p.m.

Prices: Free, no tickets required EMORY DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC MARIA SCHNEIDER ORCHESTRA, BIG BAND JAZZ 11/17/22, @ 8 p.m. Prices: $10–$70 CANDLER CONCERT SERIES Emory University Symphony Orchestra and Emory Wind Ensemble, featuring the Emory Concerto and Aria Competition Winner

11/19/22,@ 8:00 p.m.

Prices: Free, no tickets required EMORY DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC EMORY JAZZ ENSEMBLES 11/29/22,@ 8:00 p.m.

Prices: Free, no tickets required Emory Department of Music Schwartz Center for Performing Arts 1700 North Decatur Rd Atlanta, GA 30322 TIX: 404.727.5050 schwartz.emory.edu MYSTERIES REAL AND IMAGINED 11/6/22 Prices: $5-$75 New South Festival Singers St. John United Methodist Church 550 Mount Paran Road Atlanta, GA 30327 TIX: 913-488-7524 www.FestivalSingers.org/concerts Facebook: New South Festival Singers-Atlanta, GA

Roswell Dance Theatre invites you to experience holiday magic this season...

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S H O W S

Nov 25 - Dec 4

Tickets: RoswellNutcracker.com 2022 Performances presented at

City Springs Byers Theatre

1 Galambos Way | Sandy Springs, GA 30328 BOX OFFICE: 770-206-2022 Roswell Dance Theatre is the Resident Company at the Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance Photo by Kim Kenney

Studio Front Desk:770-998-0259

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY BRIAN CULBERTSON 11/9/22 Prices: $54.50 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 aso.org

ARTURO SANDOVAL 11/12/22 @ 8:00 p.m. Prices: $50-$120 Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth St NW, Atlanta, 30303 TIX: 404-413-9849 rialto.gsu.edu

PHILLIP PHILLIPS WITH AMERICAN AUTHORS (ACOUSTIC) 11/10/22 Prices: $52.50 and up City Springs Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: (770) 206-2022 citysprings.com/events

ADAM SANDLER 11/12/22 Prices: $39.50-$195 Gas South Arena 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, 30097 TIX: 770-813-7500 gassouthdistrict.com

THE B-52S 11/11-12/22 Prices: $49.50-$249.50 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org

MYSO ATLANTA FALL CONCERT 11/13/22 Prices: $12-$18 Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth St NW, Atlanta, 30303 TIX: 404-413-9849 rialto.gsu.edu

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 11/17/22 @ 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Prices: $10-$12 (students $5) Bailey School of Music, College of the Arts Morgan Concert Hall, Bailey Performance Center 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw, GA 30144 TIX: (470)-578-6650 https://calendar.kennesaw. edu/event/symphony_orchestra_2467 ATL TAMASHA 11/19/22 Prices: $TBA Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth St NW, Atlanta, 30303 TIX: 404-413-9849 rialto.gsu.edu FIRST VOICES FESTIVAL-POWWOW 11/19/22, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Prices: Complimentary 7 Stages, in collaboration with Turtle Island Trading, Zinkala Zi PowWow, and L5PBA Little 5 Points Soccer Field 1136 Austin Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307.

TIX: 404-523-7647 7Stages.org/shows/FVF

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FIRST VOICES FESTIVAL-ART OF ACTIVISM MEAL & DIALOGUE 11/19/22, 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Prices: Complimentary FIRST VOICES FESTIVAL-EVENING PERFORMANCES 11/19/22, 7:00 p.m. Prices: $35-$40, Discounts Available 7 Stages, in collaboration with Turtle Island Trading, Zinkala Zi PowWow, and L5PBA 7 Stages 1105 Euclid Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 TIX: 404-523-7647 7Stages.org/shows/FVF THE POLAR EXPRESS LIVE IN CONCERT 11/26/22 Prices: $39.50-$69.50 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 aso.org

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS 11/27/22 Prices: $49-$109 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org THE PIANO GUYS 11/29/22 Prices: $45-$75 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS 12/2/22 @ 8:00 p.m.12/3/22 @ 4:00 p.m.& 8:00 p.m.

Prices: $10–$20 Emory Choirs Glenn Memorial Church & Auditorium 1634 North Decatur Rd Atlanta, GA 30322 TIX: 404.727.5050 schwartz.emory.edu

KARLA HARRIS HOLIDAY SHOW 12/2/22 @ 7:30 p.m. Prices: $40-$450 Callanwolde Fine Arts Center 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 TIX: (404) 872-5338 www.callanwolde.org/winterhouse2022 THE ATLANTA GAY MEN’S CHORUS HOLIDAY SHOW 12/3-4/22 Prices: $35-60 The Cathedral of St Philip 2744 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 TIX: www.agmchorus.org www.voicesofnote.org SON OF TOWN HALL WITH DAVID BERKELEY 12/3/22 @7:00 p.m. Prices: $40-$450 Callanwolde Fine Arts Center 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 TIX: (404) 872-5338 www.callanwolde.org/winterhouse2022 25TH ANNUAL GALA HOLIDAY CONCERT 12/4/22 @ 3:00 p.m. Prices: $17-$36 Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth St NW, Atlanta, 30303 TIX: 404-413-9849 rialto.gsu.edu ATLANTA VOCAL PROJECT: RINGIN’ IN THE HOLIDAYS 12/4/22 @2:00 p.m.

Prices: $20/Senior, Student, Military $15/Group rate for 10+ tickets The Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare.com/ AtlantaVocalProjectRinginintheHolidays 38TH ANNUAL CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT 12/4/22 Prices: $5-$75 New South Festival Singers St. John United Methodist Church 550 Mount Paran Road Atlanta, GA 30327 TIX: 913-488-7524 www.FestivalSingers.org/ concerts, Facebook: New South Festival SingersAtlanta, GA

CHRISTMAS WITH MOS 12/4/22 @3:00 p.m. Prices: $15-$25 The Michael O’Neal Singers Roswell UMC 814 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770.594.7974 www.mosingers.com

WINTER OF WONDERS 12/17/22 Prices: $25-$35 Atlanta Women’s Chorus Cascade Midtown UMC 458 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 TIX: www.awchorus.org www.voicesofnote.org

CHRISTMAS WITH ATLANTA MASTER CHORALE 12/9 &10 @ 8:00 p.m. 12/11 @ 4:00 p.m.

Prices: $38 (Adult) $10 Youth; Subscription options Atlanta Master Chorale Schwartz Center for Performing Arts 1700 N Decatur Road, Atlanta GA 30307 TIX: 404-727-5050 www.AtlantaMasterChorale.org

CELTIC WOMEN-A CHRISTMAS SYMPHONY 12/17/22 Prices: $79.50-$350 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 aso.org

HO HO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS/A CONNIE SUE CHRISTMAS 12/9,10 & 16, 17, & 18/22 Price: $40 Actor’s Express 887 West Marietta Street, NW, Suite J-107, Atlanta TIX:www.actorsexpress.com HOLLYWOOD HOLIDAY! 12/9 &10@ 8pm Prices (range): $30 online presale, $35@door, discount available for seniors, students, and children under 10 OurSong First Baptist Church Decatur 308 Clairemont Ave., Decatur, GA 30030 TIX: 4044878717 www.oursongatlanta.org A CELTIC FAMILY CHRISTMAS 12/10/22 Prices: $25 and up City Springs Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: (770) 206-2022 citysprings.com/events CHRISTMAS WITH THE ASO 12/15-18/22 Prices: $20-$55 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 aso.org

HOLLY DOLLY CHRISTMAS FEATURING KATIE DEAL 12/18/22 @ 7:00 p.m.

Prices: $40/Senior, Student, Military $35/Group rate for 10+ tickets ROSWELL CULTURAL ARTS CENTER 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare.com/ HollyDollyChristmasfeaturingKatieDeal 17TH ANNUAL MESSIAH SING-ALONG 12/18/22 @ 3:00 p.m.

Prices: $15 general admission/Singers & Listeners The Michael O’Neal Singers Roswell UMC 814 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770.594.7974 www.mosingers.com STUDIO SERIES: GLENN PHILLIPS BAND 12/29/22 Prices: $20 and up City Springs Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: (770) 206-2022 citysprings.com/events INDIGO GIRLS 12/30-31/22 Prices: $39.50-$640 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 404-733-5000 aso.org

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ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY A NEW YEAR’S EVE SWINGIN’ PARTY WITH JOE GRANSDEN AND FRANCINE REED 12/31/22 Prices: $40 and up City Springs Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: (770) 206-2022 citysprings.com/events SWING IN THE NEW-AFTERPARTY 12/31/22 Prices: $55 City Springs Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 TIX: (770) 206-2022 citysprings.com/events

DANCE CARTE BLANCHE 11/11 & 12/22 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Prices: $15-$20 Department of Dance, College of the Arts KSU Dance Theater on the Marietta campus 860 Rossbacher Way, Marietta, GA 30060 TIX: (470)-578-6650 https://calendar.kennesaw.edu/event/carte_ blanche BABES IN TOYLAND 11/18 @ 7:00 p.m., 11/19 @ 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Prices: $22.50-$32.00 Atlanta Dance Company Blessed Trinity Catholic High School Theater 11320 Woodstock Road, Roswell, GA 30075 TIX: Peggy (678) 315-4094 adc.booktix.com STEP THE BRAIN ALONG A PATH 11/22 Price: $10 Terminus Modern Ballet Theatre Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech 349 Ferst Dr NW, Atlanta TIX: 404.894.9600 arts.gatech.edu ROSWELL DANCE THEATRE’S THE NUTCRACKER 11/25-12/4/22 Prices: $27-$40 Roswell Dance Theatre Byers Theatre at City Springs 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs GA 30328 TIX: 770-206-2022 RoswellNutctracker.com

THE NUTCRACKER 12/2,3,& 4/22 Prices: $25-$30 (Special Girl Scout Troop Rate 11am performance) Fleetwood Dance Theater, Inc. Blessed Trinity Performing Arts Theater 11320 Woodstock Road Roswell, GA 30075 TIX: 770-442-5229 www.FleetwoodDance.com/Nutcracker THE NUTCRACKER 12/3-18/22 Prices: $22-$47 Gwinnett Ballet Theatre & Sugarloaf Youth Ballet Gas South Theater 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, 30097 TIX: 770-813-7500 gwinnettballet.org ONE MORE LIGHT: HOLIDAY DANCE PERFORMANCE 12/8 & 9/22 @7:00 p.m., 12/10/22 @5:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Prices: $12-$45 Callanwolde School of Dance Callanwolde Fine Arts Center 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 TIX: (404) 872-5338 www.callanwolde.org/winterhouse2022 BALLETHNIC’S URBAN NUTCRACKER 12/9 -11 Prices: $40-$80 Ballethnic Dance Company Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel 830 Westview Drive S.W. Atlanta GA 30314 TIX: Ballethnic.org ATLANTA DANCE THEATRE’S THE NUTCRACKER 12/9 @ 9:30am and 12:30pm (school shows) & 7pm (full show) 12/10 @ 2pm & 7pm 12/11 @ 2pm Prices: $32.50/Orchestra/$24.50/Balcony, School Shows $12 Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street Roswell GA 30075 TIX: 770-594-6232 http://roswellcac.showare. com/TheNutcracker

THE NUTCRACKER 12/9-26/22 Prices: $30-$157 Atlanta Ballet & The Atlanta Ballet Orchestra 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, 30339 TIX: Ticketmaster at 1-800-982-2787 atlantaballet.com https://www.atlantaballet.com/performances/ nutcracker Groups of 10+ email, groupsales@atlantaballet. com THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER 12/13/22 Prices: $49-$89 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org NUTCRACKER! MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET 12/23/22 Prices: $34-$104 Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St, NE Atlanta, 30308 TIX: 855-285-8499 foxtheatre.org SHEN YUN 12/24/22-1/8/23 Prices: $85-$220 Falun Dafa Association of Atlanta Atlanta Symphony Hall 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, 30309 TIX: 877-285-7469 shenyun.com/ATL “GIRL WHY YOU DANCE LIKE THAT”- FUSION: FROM AFRICA TO HIP HOP 12/29/22 Price: $25 Total Dancical Productions, Inc. Southwest Arts Center 915 New Hope Road, SW Atlanta, GA 30331 TIX: 770-256-6400 https://www.dancicalproductions.com/featuredshows/

EXHIBITS, FESTIVALS, MORE EXHIBITION: FESTIVE FEATURES 11/15/22–1/8/23 Prices: $16.00 Non-Members, Free for Members Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309-2820 USA TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/worlds-of-puppetrymuseum/ EXHIBITION: MONSTER MASH: TRICK OR TREAT AT THE CENTER 10/29/22 Prices: $25.00 Timed-Ticketing Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309-2820 USA TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/monster-mash-2022/ WORKSHOP: PUPPETRY 101 Workshop for Adults, Ages: 18+ 11/15/22 Prices: $25.00 Teaching Artist: Aretta Baumgartner Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309-2820 USA TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/puppetry-101/ WORKSHOP: PUPPETRY FOR TV AND FILM FOR TEENS 12/4/22 Prices: $15.00 Teaching Artist: Jeff Domke Center for Puppetry Arts 1404 Spring St. NW at 18th Atlanta, GA 30309-2820 USA TIX: 404-873-3391 https://puppet.org/programs/puppetry-for-tv-andfilm-for-teens/

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ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE HOLIDAY LOOP, AN INTERACTIVE SOUND AND LIGHT INSTALLATION Now thru 11/13/22 Price: Free

By Olivier Girouard, Jonathan Villeneuve, and Ottoblix Acuity Brands Plaza at the Scheller College of Business 800 W. Peachtree St NW, Atlanta TIX: arts.gatech.edu MAKING AN IMPRESSION: THE ART AND CRAFT OF ANCIENT ENGRAVED GEMSTONES Now thru 11/ 27/22 Price: $8 ticket per person Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University 571 South Kilgo Circle, Atlanta TIX: https://carlos.emory.edu/exhibition/makingimpression FELLINI AND FANTASY Now thru 1/8/23 Price: $8 Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University 571 South Kilgo Circle Atlanta TIX: carlos.emory.edu/exhibition/fellini-and-fantasy

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SANTA! TREE LIGHTINGS! THEMED DANCE PARTIES! HOLIDAY MARKETS! There’s tons of holiday fun happening in Decatur.

Most events free!

Here are some highlights: 11/3 | Decatur Ornament Unveiling, 6-7 p.m., Wild Oats & Billy Goats 11/5 | Decatur Wine Festival, 12:30-4:30 p.m., downtown Decatur (Ticketed event) 11/17 | Carolin’ on the Square, 6-9 pm 11/26 | Small Business Saturday, free gift wrapping, warm cookies, and hot cocoa on the square, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

11/26 | Santa on the Square, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., downtown Decatur 11/26 | Holiday PJs Dance Party, 5-9 p.m., downtown Decatur 12/1 | Tree Lighting on the Square, 6 p.m., downtown Decatur 12/2 | West Ponce Tree Lighting, 6 p.m.

12/8 | Bonfire on the Square 6 p.m., downtown Decatur 12/10 | SantaCon on the Square, 6 p.m., downtown Decatur 12/15-17 | Holiday Market, all day, The Chapel on Sycamore 12/17 | Holiday Movie, 6 p.m., at The Chapel on Sycamore 12/22 | Menorah Lighting, 6 p.m., downtown Decatur Ongoing: Little Shop of Stories: Regular author events, readings, and signings. Three Taverns Comedy Night: Last Wed. every month (ticketed).

Eddie’s Attic: Live music (ticketed). Decatur Artway outdoor sculptures, new murals, #lookupdecatur street signs, signal box paintings, buskers.

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Venues & More 7 Stages Actor’s Express Alliance Theatre Atlanta Convention & Visitor’s Bureau (two Locations) Atlanta Lyric Theatre Atlanta Symphony Hall Aurora Theatre Center For Puppetry Arts Cobb Civic Center Complex Cobb Energy Center Decatur Visitor’s Center

Explore Gwinnett (2 Southwest Arts Center locations) Syncronicity Theatre Ferst Center @ Ga Tech Schwartz Center @ Emory Georgia Ensemble Theatre University High Museum of Art The Holly Theatre Horizon Theatre Tolbert Yilmaz School Of Gas South Theatre Dance Jennie T. Anderson Theatre Woodruff Arts Center Judy Jacobs Gallery King Plow Arts Center Out Front Theatre Rialto Center For The Arts Roswell Cultural Arts Center artcurrentsatl.com/event-listings

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