Altanta ShowGuide Holiday 2013

Holiday 2013

Greater Atlanta’s Performing Arts Magazine

Artistry of Master Photographer Kim Kenney

A Christmas Carol Returns for it’s 24th Year at Alliance Theatre

The Holidays Kick Off At Georgia State University’s School of Music

By Kathleen Covington

Creative Process: Tolbert Yilmaz Celebrates Three Decades of an Atlanta Dance Dynasty Celebrating the Holidays Through Music By Jessica Joris

Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker Returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre for it’s 54th Season

ShowGuide Spotlights Performance Guide November – December 2013

On the Cover: Atlanta Ballet, The Great Gatsby, By Kim Kenney

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Artistry of Master Photographer Kim Kenney

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Creative Process: Tolbert Yilmaz Celebrates Three Decades of an Atlanta Dance Dynasty

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Celebrating the Holidays Through Music By Jessica Joris

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A Christmas Carol Returns for it’s 24th Year at Alliance Theatre

By Kathleen Covington

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Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker Returns to the Fabulous Fox Theatre for it’s 54th Season

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The Holidays Kick Off At Georgia State University’s School of Music

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ShowGuide Spotlights

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Performance Guide November – December 2013

Performance guide courtesy of atlantaplanit.com

Atlanta Ballet: Dracula by Kim Kenney

ARTISTRY OF MASTER PHOTOGRAPHER KIM KENNEY

“Travels with a camera�

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came to photography through working in theatre in London, England.

I spent 10 years working at the Coliseum theatre, home to the English National Opera and it was there that I really started to take photography seriously. The performances were world class and I started photographing rehearsals. I would run out to the front of house and shoot as much as I could before dashing back to do scene and lighting changes. I would go home and excitedly process the film.

In the summer months the Opera season would end and we would open our stage door to visiting ballet companies from all over the world.

This is when I discovered just how difficult it was to photograph dance.

I met and married an American ballet dancer and moved to Boston where I started working in the production department of Boston Ballet. Not long after this I was offered a chance to become a full time assistant to a photographer and I leapt at the invitation. It was a dream come true.

Next, I moved to Atlanta and started out on my own, shooting for Atlanta Ballet and other 4

clients. One of my most memorable assignments was traveling with Atlanta Ballet to Havana to photograph Cuba National Ballet. It was also my move to the digital world and I was nervous. It turned out to be a wise choice because the one and only day I could get into the studios to shoot the dancers coincided was a power outage. No light, except from doorways and some windows, film would have been terrible but digital came though. Another assignment with Atlanta Ballet was photographing Twyla Tharp creating her world premier of Princess and the Goblin. I covered every aspect of the show, costume fittings, rehearsals, and the set going into the theater and the dress rehearsal.

I was elated to see my images in the New York Times.

To see more of my images please go to www.behance.net/kimkenney or email kim_kenney@bellsouth.net Atlanta Ballet School for Dance

A magical tradition for the whole family.

You won’t want to miss Chris Kayser’s final season as Scrooge!

By Charles Dickens Adapted by David H. Bell Directed by Rosemary Newcott Chris Kayser in the Alliance Theatre’s 2009/10 production of A Christmas Carol. Photography by Greg Mooney.

November 29–December 29 Tickets @ 404.733.5000 alliancetheatre.org/christmas | Groups 404.733.4690 Family Series on the Alliance Stage

CREATIVE PROCESS:

TOLBERT YILMAZ CELEBRATES THREE DECADES OF AN ATLANTA DANCE DYNASTY

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two of the top five dancewear brands in the world.

“We love being in the dance industry, and our plan is to continue growth and advancement.

We will continue evolving through attending international dance conventions and tradeshows in such places as Paris, London, Tokyo, New York, and more,” says Nancy Tolbert.

Success in all facets of this competitive industry reveals the couple’s drive, determination and great business acumen. Ms. Tolbert also demonstrates leadership as President of the Southeastern Regional Ballet Association this year.

SERBA is a branch of Regional Dance America.

As prosperous as the business continues to be, the dynamic duo’s greatest achievements are firmly planted in the individual students they serve.

Their students have leapt from Roswell, GA to such prestigious companies as Alvin Ailey, New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Houston Ballet, Ballet Hispanico, and more.

“Being able to connect with children and expose them to the love of dance has been the greatest accomplishment over the years,” Ms. Tolbert says. “This satisfaction is twofold: being able to see students reach their dreams and achieve success in the dance world, plus seeing the 3 year old I once taught returning with her own 3 year old to be taught the same love of dance.”

t all began on a cruise ship more than 30 years ago when a 16 year old dancer met a dashing young maitre d’. Five years later, a dance dynasty was launched from a home base in Roswell, Georgia, that now includes Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance, Roswell Dance Theatre, and Dance Fashions. The Tolbert Yilmaz dance empire has continued to prosper since then, led by two committed individuals who have both become leaders in the local dance scene and far beyond.

The Tolbert Yilmaz School of Dance came first, in 1979. Currently a prosperous dance home for more than 900 students and 21 faculty members, the school encompasses the performing nonprofit group Roswell Dance Theatre. The need for a convenient dancewear retailer was filled when the couple opened Dance Fashions in 1980, now a two-location business in Roswell and Cumming, GA. But what to sell that was unique and needed by dancers of all ages, sizes and movement genres?

Tolbert Yilmaz Manufacturing quickly followed in 1982, and it currently serves consumers around the world through the Dance Fashions stores. This branch of the Tolbert Yilmas empire includes a Eurotard division which manufactures dancewear, and a Julie France line of shape wear. TYM sells to distributors and retailers in over 55 countries and their labels are 6

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CELEBRATING THE HOLIDAYS THROUGH MUSIC

by Jessica Joris

Photos by Jeff Roffman

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featuring everyone’s favorite jolly old elf make this concert the perfect way for families to embrace the Christmas spirit!

Later in the month, ASO Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski hosts his annual anything-goes holiday variety show, “A Very Merry Holiday Pops.” These festive concerts are filled with the season’s merriest songs, a jitterbugging Santa, and gleeful choruses, and take place on December 19, 20, and 21.

Finally, guests can ring in the New Year with “ASO New Year’s Eve” on December 31. The ASO and guest conductor Jack Everly, along with vocalist Judy McLane and pianist Michael Chertock, will present an evening of Gershwin favorites, including “I Got Rhythm” and “They Can’t Take That Away From Me” as we welcome 2014!

The ASO’s holiday concert series has something for everyone and creates unique ways for families and friends to come together and enjoy the holidays. The Orchestra’s holiday concerts are made possible through an endowment from the Livingston Foundation in memory of Leslie Livingston Kellar.

For more information about the holiday concert series and how to purchase your tickets, visit atlantasymphony.org.

he Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) spreads the joy of the season with seven holiday programs beginning December 5, 2013, and concluding December 31, 2013. The annual Coca-Cola holiday concert series will feature several family-friendly, fun-filled concerts.

To kick off the holiday season, ASO Director of Choruses Norman Mackenzie will lead the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Chorus in Handel’s Messiah (Part I) on December 5 and 7.

The following Sunday, December 8, guests can enjoy “ASO Gospel Christmas,” in which the ASO and powerhouse Atlanta Gospel Singers lift your spirit in an inspiring program of Christmas selections.

The following weekend, December 13 and 14, features “Christmas with the ASO.” This celebrated Atlanta Christmas event conducted by Norman Mackenzie features the Orchestra and Chorus, Morehouse College Glee Club, and Gwinnett Young Singers — more than 400 musicians!

On December 15, Jere Flint leads “ASO Kid’s Christmas,” a pops-style concert featuring the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra. This familyfriendly performance offers a lively collection of every kid’s favorite Christmas music. Festive sing-a-longs, special guest performers, and a finale 8

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL RETURNS FOR IT’S 24TH YEAR AT ALLIANCE THEATRE

After 20 years playing the role of Scrooge, Chris Kayser has announced he will retire from the role after this season. “Stories like A Christmas Carol become classics for a reason. Brilliant writing, vivid characters, and a story that touches on the human condition in a way that bears up under repeated revisiting. It’s kept me coming back for 20 years,” said Kayser. “It’s been my privilege to participate in the Christmas Carol project at the Alliance Theater for the past two decades. Now I feel that after this year, it’s time to pass on the role of Scrooge to someone else. Given the deep, rich talent pool in Atlanta and the sure hand of Rosemary Newcott at the helm, I’m confident that the project will go on re-energized and better than ever.”

Don’t miss Chris Kayser’s incredible farewell season.

Tickets for A CHRISTMAS CAROL are available now. To purchase, visit www. alliancetheatre.org/christmas or contact the Alliance Box Office at 404-733-5000.

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ovember 29-December 29, 2013 After 20 years playing Scrooge, Chris Kayser will retire from the role after this season The most heartwarming story of the season comes to life with holiday carols, stunning stage magic and your favorite Atlanta actors. Directed by Rosemary Newcott, The Sally G. Tomlinson Artistic Director of Theatre for Youth, A Christmas Carol has become a tradition for many families around the southeast.

Celebrate this magnificent staging of Charles Dickens’s classic Christmas tale and Ebenezer Scrooge’s eye-opening Christmas Eve journey. Scrooge is visited by four ghosts offering perspective: his old partner Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. A joyous celebration of the holidays.

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Live with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra

December 6 – 29, 2013

at The Fabulous Fox Theatre

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Call 855.285.8499 or visit atlantaballet.com

Anne Tyler Harshbarger; photo by Jim Fiscus.

Additional photos by Charlie McCullers.

ATLANTA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER

RETURNS TO THE FABULOUS FOX THEATRE FOR ITS 54TH SEASON Master Illusionist Drew Thomas (America’s Got Talent’s Most Popular Magician) Returns to Perform New Tricks, Special Effects in the Holiday Tale Dancers Christian Clark and Rachel Van Buskirk in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker. Photo by Charlie McCullers, Courtesy of Atlanta Ballet

responsibility. Drew Thomas with Dancers. Photo

by C. McCullers, Atlanta Ballet Each year we want to make sure we preserve the tradition, but also keep the magic and the mystery alive.

We are thoughtful about each change we make and confident that it will ultimately make for a more enchanting experience. The decision to add real magic and illusions was an easy one.

Drew is an amazing talent and with him we’ve been able to let our imaginations run wild and take Nutcracker to the next level.”

What won’t change in this year’s production is the appearance of more than 200 Atlanta area school children performing alongside the professional company, which will be the first chance for many of them to experience the magic of being on the Fox Theatre stage. The Atlanta Ballet Orchestra and the Georgia Youth Choir will also return for all performances.

Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker runs Dec. 6-29 at the Fabulous Fox Theatre.

Tickets start as low as $20 and are on sale now. Tickets can be purchased by phone at 855-ATL-TIXX, in person at the Fox Theatre Box Office and the Atlanta Ballet Box Office, or online at www.atlantaballet.com.

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here will be a new guest at the Petrov party this year when Atlanta Ballet brings its most popular production back to life.

Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker, sponsored by Belk, Inc., will return to the Fabulous Fox Theatre Dec. 6-29, 2013, joined by special guest artist, master illusionist Drew Thomas.

After upping the magic ante in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker last season, artistic director John McFall has invited Thomas back. This year Thomas will not only add more illusions and special effects, but he’ll also perform them during the first two weekends of the run, Dec. 6-15.

Thomas will take on the role of Herr Drosselmeyer, the mysterious, yet charming toymaker responsible for bringing young Marya’s magical journey to life.

Since recreating Nutcracker in 1995, McFall has updated the production every year to keep it vibrant and fresh.

“For five decades now, Atlanta Ballet has been presenting Nutcracker, and we’ve become a holiday tradition for many families in Atlanta,” said McFall. “It’s an honor, but also a great 12

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THE HOLIDAYS KICK OFF AT GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY’S SCHOOL OF MUSIC

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event has remained a constant. “The Gala has always been about enjoyment, and though it looks different year-to-year, the sense of fun has always played a big part.” Since this is GSU’s Centennial, this year’s concert represents a return to its roots. “This is a more traditional holiday gala than we’ve had in a while, but every bit as entertaining. The Percussion Ensemble will perform, as will our Brass Ensemble and Saxophone Choir; there’ll be jazz and classical works, sacred and secular pieces, large and small groups, something for everyone to enjoy.”

Among the faculty performers and directors are Director of Choral Activities Dr. Deanna Joseph, Charles T. Wurm Distinguished Professor of Orchestral Studies Mr. Michael Palmer, Director of Bands Dr. Robert Ambrose, and baritone Mr. Dwight Coleman (pastDirector of the School).

The performances are at the beautiful Rialto Center for the Arts, Saturday, December 7 (8:00 p.m.) and Sunday, December 8 (3:00 p.m.). Tickets are available through the Rialto Center Box Office (404-413-9849) or online at http://rialto.gsu.edu/.

he holiday season doesn’t officially begin until Georgia State University’s School of Music presents its annual Gala Holiday Concert at the Rialto Center for the Arts. A perennial favorite, the concert features more than 200 GSU student and faculty members performing seasonal favorites to put you in the holiday spirit.

This year’s production is part of Georgia State University’s Centennial Celebration, and features the University Singers, the Choral Union, the University Symphony Orchestra, the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, and many other groups and soloists.

This is the Gala’s 16th year, and during its history it has striven for variety and freshness.

According to Dr. Steven A. Harper, the School’s Interim Director, the celebratory aspect of the 14

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DECATUR CIVIC CHORUS FEATURING

Saturday, December 21, 2013 8:00 pm

Christmas Around the World

Johns Creek United Methodist Church 11180 Medlock Bridge Rd • Johns Creek, GA 30097

John Lemley, Narrator and

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$30/Adult, $24/Seniors (55+), $15/Students

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For tickets contact Arts at Emory Box Office 404 727 5050 www.tickets.arts.emory.edu

Traditional Holiday Music Sunday, December 8, 2013, 3:00 pm First Baptist Church of Decatur 308 Clairemont Ave, Decatur

Concert is free and open to the public 770-388-9536 www.decaturcivicchorus.org

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spotlights Act3 Productions

ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE The curtain rises to spirited dance with Babes In Toyland. Mother Goose characters come to life, gingerbread cookies frolic and toy soldiers march in fabulous formation.

Next you’ll join The Nutcracker – Land of Sweets as the handsome Prince leads Clara through the moonlit forest amongst dancing snowflakes to arrive at the decadent Land of Sweets, welcomed by the Sugar Plum Fairy and a grand confectionary celebration.

All ages will delight in this original dance production.

ACT3

Act3 Productions in Sandy PRODUCTIONS Springs has announced its upcoming season. The award-winning theater will present Parade, Nov. 7-23, 2013, Brighton Beach Memoirs Jan. 23-Feb. 2, 2014 and 9 to 5 April 10-27, 2014. All shows will be held at Act3 Playhouse, 6285-R Roswell Road. Tickets are available at www.act3productions.org or 770-241-1905.

Parade tells the true story of Leo Frank, who was accused of murdering Mary Phagan a century ago in Atlanta. Brighton Beach Memoirs is Neil Simon’s classic coming-of-age comedy, while 9 to 5 is Dolly Parton’s hilarious musical about three female co-workers and their egotistical boss.

A Christmas Carol

• Alliance Theatre • November 29 – December 29, 2013 Celebrate Atlanta’s finest actors in this magnificent staging of Charles Dickens’s classic Christmas tale. On Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by four ghosts offering perspective: his old partner Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. A magical tradition for the whole family, and a great way to see the work of Atlanta’s best actors portraying Dickens’s beloved characters. Plus, after 20 years playing Scrooge, Chris Kayser will retire from the role after this season. Don’t miss his incredible farewell performances. For tickets, visit www.alliancetheatre.org/christmas or call 404.733.5000.

The Atlanta Ballet presents NUTCRACKER

The tradition continues with the magical return of Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker. This family favorite will bring the holiday season to life with exquisite dancing, fanciful characters, and a thrilling trip into the Sugar Candy Kingdom. More than 200 of Atlanta’s young dancers will join the professional company for this extravagant production live with the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra for all performances.

Atlanta Ballet will also give new meaning to “magic of the holidays” as master illusionist and storyteller Drew Thomas returns to infuse even more magic into the production with new illusions and special effects. 1-800-982-2787, www.atlantaballet.com. Dec 6-29. Fabulous Fox Theatre

Atlanta Master Chorale

Is there anything quite like the sound of a choir at Christmastime? Christmas with Atlanta Master Chorale (formerly Atlanta Sacred Chorale) will explore Christmas through its many centuries and traditions. Come hear the 2013 recipient of the prestigious Margaret Hillis Award for Choral Excellence perform at the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts on December 14th at 8pm or 15th at 4pm. Last season both shows sold out, so don’t miss your chance to join us

Atlanta Dance Theatre

Atlanta Dance Theatre honors two holiday traditions with a festive Dec. 13th & 14th, 2013 ballet duo comprised of excerpts fromADTshows.com “Babes order online: in Toyland” and “The Nutcracker – Land of Roswell Cultural Arts Center Sweets”.

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ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE spotlights Spotlight on The Decatur Civic Chorus

for our best-selling concert. A new season. A new name. All we need is you. Come and be transported to “where music touches spirit”.

The Decatur Civic Chorus, one of the oldest continuing choral groups in the Southeastern U.S., is celebrating 65 years of outstanding concerts locally and around the world. Directed

by Mary Anne Sharp, the Chorus has been heard in concerts throughout Europe, Mexico, and the U.S.A. U.S.. appearances include Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, and our National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. For its commitment to Community and Benefit Concerts, the DCC has been recognized by three U.S. Presidents, two Georgia Governors, the Georgia Senate and House, and the U.S. House of Representatives.. The Chorus Annual Christmas Concert is Sunday, Dec. 8, 3:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church of Decatur.

Ballethnic Presents Urban Nutcracker, An Atlanta Holiday Tradition

The first Nutcracker of the season November 21-24… Urban Nutcracker takes place on Atlanta’s own Sweet Auburn Avenue in the 1940’s and opens the weekend before Thanksgiving. Enjoy the soulful celebration, the majestic journey, the whimsical and mysterious characters such as the Reggae Ragdolls, the sultry Arabian dance, the spins and leaps of the Black Russian, Mother Spice and her tumbling Spice Drops, the bubbly Coca Cola Pas de Six, and the elegant Brown Sugar and her Chocolatier.

Urban Nutcracker is to the Nutcracker as what The Wiz is to the Wizard of Oz. Staged at the Ferst Center for the Arts located on GA Tech campus.

For tickets and information visit www. ballethnic.org or call the Box Office at 404894-9600

Holiday Faves Peter White, Urban Nutcracker Return to Ferst Center

The holiday season settles into a jazz groove with A Peter White Christmas featuring Mindi Abair and Rick Braun in concert December 14 at the Ferst Center for the Arts. Jazz guitarist White leads this all-star lineup in performing dazzling arrangements of holiday favorites.

Ballethnic Dance Company’s holiday spectacular Urban Nutcracker returns to the Ferst stage November 21-24. Set in Atlanta’s own Sweet Auburn Avenue in the 1940s, this soul-filled adaptation features Reggae Ragdolls, Mother Spice and her tumbling Spice Drops, and the bubbly Coca Cola Pas de Six. The Ferst Center for the Arts is located in the heart of the Georgia Tech campus. Tickets are on sale now. For tickets and information visit www.ferstcenter.org or call the Box Office at 404-894-9600.

“Chester Higgins: Unseen Spirit,” at Arnika Dawkins Gallery, Thru November 29.

Photographer Chester Higgins offers a fresh perspective in his art; his work gives visual voice to the interior spirit within us all. Choosing ordinary moments, he elevates simple behavior to the stature of ritual, depicting how we seek to bring meaning to our lives. Higgins’s stunning portraits have appeared in The New York Times, ArtNews, and other journals, and in his six books. ARNIKA DAWKINS GALLERY, established in the Cascade area of Atlanta in 2011, is devoted to presenting the fine art of photography. 4600 Cascade Road. T: 404.333.0312. adawkinsgallery.com.

Opening Reception: Friday, October 4, 6pm 8pm. Artist’s Talk: 7:15pm.

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Christmas with The African-American Philharmonic Orchestra

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Urban Nutcracker A Delicious Trek Down Sweet Auburn Avenue...

Conducted by John T. Peek

Sunday, December 1, 2013, 4pm TICKETS AVAILABLE: October 22 & 29, November 5 -7, November 19-22 (1-6PM)

Southwest Arts Center

915 New Hope Road, Atlanta 30331

770-994-3408 or 404 556-2276 johncarriepeek@bellsouth.net

November 21-24, 2013 | Ferst Center for the Arts

To purchase tickets call 404-894-9600 or visit ballethnic.org Ticket Prices: $29 - $39 VIP: $52 Major funding provided in part by the Fulton County Commission under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council.

Major funding provided in part by the Fulton County Commission under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council.

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GALA HOLIDAY CONCERT

Georgia State University School of Music • www.music.gsu.edu

Sat, Dec 7, 8pm & Sun, Dec 8, 3pm

Featuring over 200 student, faculty and community musicians — including the GSU Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Choruses and Jazz Band — performing traditional holiday favorites!

TICKETS: 404-413-9TIX or www.rialtocenter.org

ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE spotlights seasonal favorites! This year’s program will include Rutter’s stunning Magnificat, Many Moods of Christmas Suite, excerpts from the Nutcracker Suite, Sleigh Ride, and much more. The GSO Chorus and the GYSO Chorus will be there to keep you on pitch for our annual carol sing-along!

• December 7, 2013 • 3:00pm & 8:00pm • The Murray Arts Center of Mount Paran Christian School, Kennesaw • Michael Alexander, conductor • Bryan Black, conductor, GSO Chorus • Alison Mann, conductor, GYSO Chorus For tickets or more information, visit www. georgiasymphony.org or call 770-429-7016.

one’s family and community will be rewarded.

Come celebrate Christmas with your favorite holiday story — live on stage!

• Ferst Center For The Arts (at Georgia Tech) • December 18-29 (Preview on December 17) • Tickets: $33.00, $38.00, $43.00 • Box Office: 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

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HEARTWORKS: Art from the Soul

Wanda Hopkins, Jessie Mackay, Cynthia Perryman and Jane Scott will present their HEARTWORKS first fine art show together, Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 21-23. HEARTWORKS: Art From the Soul will showcase their combined works at the Sovereign Building in Buckhead, 3344 Peachtree Road, Suite 1050.

A portion of the show’s proceeds will benefit the Youth Education Programs of the High Museum of Art. HEARTWORKS is sponsored by Aubrey Daniels International and Marie Mealor & Associates, and will open with a reception Thursday, Nov. 21, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., and continue Friday-Saturday, Nov. 22-23 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. each day. www.wandahopkins. com, www.jessiemackay.com, www. cynthiaperrymanart.com, www.scottcreative. com Wanda Hopkins

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GSU Gala Holiday Concert

The holiday season doesn’t begin until Georgia State University’s School of Music presents its annual Gala Holiday Concert at the Rialto Center for the Arts. A perennial favorite, the concert features the University Singers, University Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, and many other groups and soloists performing seasonal favorites to put you in the holiday spirit.

The performances are at the beautiful Rialto Center, Saturday, December 7 (8:00 p.m.) and Sunday, December 8 (3:00 p.m.).

Tickets are available through the Rialto Center Box Office (404-413-9849) or online at http:// rialto.gsu.edu/.

Jessie Mackay

Jane Scott

Johns Creek Symphony Presents Handel’s Messiah

Join the Johns Creek Symphony as they present Handel’s Messiah, the Christmas Portion on Saturday, December 21st at 8:00pm in the beautiful sanctuary of Johns Creek United Methodist. This remarkable musical masterpiece will be performed with vocal soloists, chorus and guest harpsichordist Peter Marshall, Principal Keyboardist for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are on sale

It’s a Wonderful Life presented by Gypsy Theatre Company

Adapted from the timeless classic film by Frank Capra, this production not only celebrates the faith of the season, it also celebrates the American philosophy of life: hard work, fair play and the love and support of 20

Presents Nurturing Young Dancers Since 1977 Wade Walthall, Artistic Director

The Nutcracker A traditionally told and magically produced holiday experience for the entire family.

December 7-22

Live music performances weekends of December 13, 14, 15 and 20, 21, 22

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to purchase tickets. Student, senior and group rates available.

Gwinnett Performing Arts Center

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6400 Sugarloaf Parkway • Duluth, GA 30096

Gwinnett Ballet Theatre • 770-237-0046

www.gwinnettballet.org

ATLANTA SHOWGUIDE spotlights now by going to www.johnscreeksymphony.org.

Adults/$30, Seniors(55+)/$24, Students/$15.

For questions and additional information email info@johnscreeksymphony.org or call (678) 748-5802. Group rates are available, all credit cards accepted. 11180 Medlock Bridge Road, Johns Creek, GA 30097.

Tickets at www.roswellpresents.com or (770) 594-6232. Ticket prices range from $25 to $35.

Shen Yun - Take A Journey of 5,000 Years Of Divine Culture

Reviving 5,000 years of civilization, SHEN YUN features classical Chinese dance and music in a gloriously colorful and exhilarating show. Its masterful choreography and graceful routines range from grand processions to ethnic dances. State-of-the-art backdrops transport audience members to celestial realms and lush landscapes while ground-breaking music combines the best of Chinese and Western composition. The production is unmatched in its vivid color, profundity, and poignancy. Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, Dec. 27-29, 2013, $55205 Ticketmaster, 678-681-1868, ShenYun.com

Lee Harper & Dancers Holiday Performance

The performing arts department of The Westminster Schools will present a free holiday concert as a gift to the community on Saturday, Dec. 14 at 1 p.m. It will feature Lee Harper & Dancers at the Kellett Theatre on Westminster’s campus, 1424 West Paces Ferry Road. The adult dance company will be joined by Lee Harper & Dancers II (youth company), Ms. Harper’s Westminster Middle School Dance Class and the Westminster Middle School Chorus. Miss Harper is celebrating the 34th year of her dance school and performing companies, and is Artist in Residence at Westminster. www.westminster.net or www.leeharperanddancers.com

A Christmas Tradition in Historic Marietta, December 6-22

LIVE! in Roswell – Folk, Rock, Soul, Jazz, and Comedy at Roswell CAC

This December, The Strand will produce its biggest and most elaborate show yet, A Christmas Tradition. This song and dance revue will feature awe inspiring sets and effects, as well as the diva voices and high energy dances that Strand patrons know and love. Songs spotlighted include classics like White Christmas, and All I Want for Christmas Is You, as well as funky favorites like Leroy the Redneck Reindeer and Feliz Navidad. A Christmas Tradition is guaranteed to make the entire family dance, clap, and enjoy the spirit of the holidays — from Santa loving six year olds to out of town in-laws.

Box office at 770-293-0080 or www. earlsmithstrand.org

The Roswell Cultural Arts Center is bringing nationally-acclaimed, live entertainment to North Fulton by presenting Crystal Bowersox, Sixpence None the Richer, Masters of Soul, Spencer Day, and The Second City as part of the Doubletree by Hilton-Roswell LIVE! in Roswell series.

Season ticket holders will have access to the exclusive LIVE! Lounge with hors d’ouevres and a private bar, in addition to 15% savings on ticket prices. For General Admission, there is a full cash bar in the lobby one hour prior to show time.

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ACT3 PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS: Parade November 7 - 23, 2013 Brighton Beach Memoirs January 23 - February 2, 2014 9 to 5 April 10 - 27, 2014 All shows performed at the Act3 Playhouse in Sandy Springs

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BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY

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DEC 27-29, 2013 Cobb Energy Centre www. Ticketmaster.com 800.745.3000

ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE October Theatre RADIOLAB LIVE - APOCALYPTICAL 10/22/2013 Price range: $33 to $43 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com

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CRYSTAL BOWERSOX 10/26/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $30; VIP Admission: $60 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St. Roswell TIX# 770-594-6232 www.roswellgov.com/index.aspx?NID=211 JAZZ ROOTS: A NIGHT IN RIO 10/26/2013 Price range: $29 to $89 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com

WARRIOR CLASS 10/25/2013 11/17/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $33 to $38 Alliance Theatre’s Hertz Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org/

GSO CHORUS WITH THE VEGA QUARTET 10/26/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $25; Seniors: $23; Students: $10 Georgia Symphony Orchestra, Kennesaw State University, Bailey Performance Center, 1000 Chastain Rd. Kennesaw TIX# 770-429-7016 www.georgiasymphony.org

CHILDREN OF EDEN October 25 Prices: $5 - $20 Theatre Arts Guild at Georgia Perimeter College, Cole Auditorium, Fine Arts Bldg, 555 N. Indian Creek Dr., Clarkston TIX #: 678-891-3572 www.gpc.edu/theatre

COMBINED CHORUSES CONCERT 10/26/2013 Prices: Free!

Georgia State University School of Music, Kopleff Recital Hall, Georgia State University 10 Peachtree Center Ave. NE TIX# 404-413-5901 www.music.gsu.edu

Dance SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE TOUR 2013 10/25/2013 Price range: $37 to $62 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com/

Music Theatre URINETOWN: THE MUSICAL 10/2/2013 10/20/2013 Price range: $13 to $27 Fabrefaction Theatre, 999 Brady Ave. TIX# 404-876-9468 www.fabrefaction.org GUYS AND DOLLS 10/25/2013 11/10/2013 Price range: $25 to $50 Atlanta Lyric Theatre Atlanta, Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, Cobb County Civic Center Complex, 548 South Marietta Pkwy. Marietta TIX# 404-377-9948 tickets.atlantalyrictheatre.com/

Concerts MOVIE MUSIC SPECTACULAR 10/25/2013 Price range: $25 to $60 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

THE PHANTOMS OF THE ORCHESTRA 10/27/2013 Price range: $15 to $20 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org/

Galleries & Museums “CHESTER HIGGINS: UNSEEN SPIRIT” Dates: thru November 29, 2013 Prices: $3000 — $6000 Arnika Dawkins Gallery, 4600 Cascade Road TIX #: 404.333.0312 adawkinsgallery.com

Kids Shows WAITING FOR BALLOON 10/17/2013 11/9/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $10 Alliance Theatre Woodruff Arts Center, The 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org GEORGIA YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS CONCERT #1 10/27/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $8 Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, Kennesaw State University, Bailey Performance Center, 1000 Chastain Rd. Kennesaw TIX# 770-429-7016 www.georgiasymphony.org/

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holiday ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE A CHRISTMAS CAROL November 29 – December 24, 2013 Prices (range): $30 - $60 Alabama Shakespeare Festival 1 Festival Drive, Montgomery, AL 36117 Box Office #: 800.841.4273 www.asf.net

THE GRIMM LIVES OF THE IN-BETWEENS 10/28/2013 11/4/2013 Price range: $15 to $20 Alliance Theatre’s Main Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org/

November

Dance

Theatre

RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR 11/7/2013 11/23/2013 Price range: $27 to $125 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com

VIVIEN 11/1/2013 11/3/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $25 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.14thstplayhouse.org

URBAN NUTCRACKER 11/21/2013 11/24/2013 Price range: $29 to $52 Ballethnic Dance Company, Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX# 404-762-1416 www.ballethnic.org

KING LEAR 11/7/2013 12/1/2013 Price range: $15 to $36 Atlanta Shakespeare Company, New American Shakespeare Tavern, 499 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-874-5299 www.shakespearetavern.com

EMORY DANCE COMPANY FALL CONCERT 11/21/2013 11/23/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $15 Arts at Emory, Emory’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. Atlanta TIX# 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu/

MACBETH 11/14/2013 11/24/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $20 Arts at Emory, Emory’s Munroe Theatre, Dobbs University Center 605 Asbury Cir. TIX# 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu/

Music Theatre

A CHRISTMAS CAROL 11/14/2013 11/16/2013 Prices: $5 Marist School, Woodruff Auditorium, 3790 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. NE TIX# www.marist.com

PARADE Nov. 7-23, 2013 $15-$25 Presented by Act3 Productions, Act3 Playhouse, 6285-R Roswell Road, Sandy Springs TIX: 770-241-1905, www.act3productions.org

THE SANTALAND DIARIES 11/22/2013 12/31/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $25; VIP: $40 Horizon Theatre Horizon Theatre 1083 Austin Ave. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-584-7450 www.horizontheatre.com

GHOST THE MUSICAL 11/5/2013 11/10/2013 Price range: $30 to $75 Broadway in Atlanta, Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 1-855-285-8499 www.broadwayinatlanta.com

THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI 11/27/2013 12/22/2013 Price range: $20 to $50 Theatrical Outfit, Balzer Theater at Herren’s, 84 Luckie St. NW TIX# 678-528-1500 www.theatricaloutfit.org

WERTHER 11/8/2013 11/9/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $10; Students (with ID): $5 Georgia State University School of Music, Kopleff Recital Hall, 10 Peachtree Center Ave. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-413-5901 www.music.gsu.edu/

A CHRISTMAS CAROL 11/29/2013 12/29/2013 Price range: $20 to $75 Alliance Theatre’s Main Stage, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org/

Concerts BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY 11/1/2013 Price range: $35 to $60 Ferst Center for the Arts 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX# 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

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December 20 & 21 Rialto Center for the Arts

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TheCelticCompany.com Box Office: 404-413-9849 A Celtic Company Production

holiday ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE SONIC GENERATOR AND L’ORCHESTRE NATIONAL DE LORRAINE 11/3/2013 Single ticket price: $25 Ferst Center for the Arts 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX# 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

JOE BONAMASSA 11/22/2013 Price range: $89 to $125 adv The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 1-855-285-8499 www.foxtheatre.org

AROUND THE WORLD 11/7/201311/9/2013 Price range: $24 to $75 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE 11/29/2013 11/30/2013 Price range: $25 to $60 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org/

Galleries & Museums

STARS SHINE ON SHAW 11/10/2013 Single ticket prices ranage from $50 to $75 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

HEARTWORKS: ART FROM THE SOUL THE COMBINED WORKS OF FINE ARTISTS WANDA HOPKINS, JESSIE MACKAY, CYNTHIA PERRYMAN AND JANE SCOTT 11/21/2013 11/23/2013 The Sovereign Building, 3344 Peachtree Road, Suite 1050, Portion of the show’s proceeds will benifit the Youth Education Program at the High Museum TIX# www.wandahopkins.com, www.jessiemackay.com, www. cynthiaperrymanart.com, www.scottcreative.com

CARPE DIEM! 11/14/2013 11/16/2013 Price range: $24 to $75 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org ESTONIAN NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA WITH NAREK HAKHNAZARYAN, CELLO 11/15/2013 Single ticket price: $70 Arts at Emory, Emory’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. TIX# 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu

“CHESTER HIGGINS: UNSEEN SPIRIT” Thru November 29, 2013 Prices (range): $3000 — $6000 Arnika Dawkins Gallery, 4600 Cascade Road, Atlanta, Ga TIX; 404.333.0312 www.adawkinsgallery.com

GSO JAZZ 11/16/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $28; Seniors: $25; Students: $10 Georgia Symphony Orchestra, The Strand Theatre, 117 North Park Square, Marietta TIX# 770-429-7016 www.georgiasymphony.org

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER 11/5/2013 12/29/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $16.50 to $20.50; Children (2 and under): Free!

Center for Puppetry Arts, 1404 Spring St. NW TIX# 404-873-3391 www.puppet.org/

UNIVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 11/17/2013 Prices: Free!

Georgia State University School of Music, Rialto Center for the Arts, 80 Forsyth St. NW Atlanta TIX# 404-413-5900 www.music.gsu.edu

December

Kids Shows

Theatre CHARLES DICKENS A CHRISTMAS CAROL 12/5/2013 12/23/2013 Price range: $15 to $36 Atlanta Shakespeare Company, New American Shakespeare Tavern, 499 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-874-5299 www.shakespearetavern.com/

A NIGHT OF DOUBLE DEBUTS 11/21/2013 11/23/2013 Price range: $24 to $75 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

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A CHRISTMAS TRADITION FIRST WEEK: Friday, Dec. 6 @ 8pm; Saturday, Dec. 7 @ 8pm; Sunday, Dec. 8 @ 3pm SECOND WEEK: Thursday, Dec. 12 @ 8pm; Friday, Dec 13 @ 8pm; Saturday Dec. 14 @ 3pm; Saturday Dec. 15 @ 8pm; Sunday, Dec. 15 @3pm THIRD WEEK: Thursday, Dec. 19 @ 8pm; Friday, Dec. 20 @ 8pm; Saturday, Dec. 21 @ 8pm; Sunday, Dec. 22 @ 3pm Prices: $25/Individual, $15/Child, $20/Group Earl Smith Strand Theatre,117 North Park Square, Marietta, TIX# 770.293.0080 www.earlsmithstrand.org IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Dec. 18-29 2013 Prices (range): $35-$45 Gypsey Theatre Company, Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive NW ATl GA Box Office #: 40-894-9600 ferstcenter.gatech.edu

Dance CATELLIER DANCE PROJECT: PRE-SUF-FSIXES 12/6/2013 12/8/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $15 Arts at Emory, Emory’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. TIX# 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu ATLANTA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER 12/6/2013 12/29/2013 Prices (range): $20 to $120 Atlanta Ballet ,The Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 1-800-982-2787, http://www.atlantaballet.com/ THE NUTCRACKER 12/ 7-22 2013 Prices:$17-$30 Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Gwinnett Performing Arts Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097 TIX: gwinnettcenter.com or call 1-8889axs-tix BABES IN TOYLAND, THE NUTCRACKER LAND OF SWEETS 12/13/2013 12/14/2013 Prices: Reserved Seating - Tickets: Adult $23.50*; Child/Student/Senior $15.50*; Family Special Atlanta Dance Theatre, Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest Street, Roswell, GA 30075 TIX# 404-438-3028 www.adtshows.com; AtlantaDancetheatre.com WESTMINSTER SCHOOLS HOLIDAY CONCERT 12/14/2013 Prices : Free Featuring Lee Harper & Dancers, Westminster dancers and Westminster Middle School Chorus, Westminster, 1424 West Paces Ferry Road TIX# www.westminster.net and www.leeharperanddancers.com

CELTIC CHRISTMAS - MUSIC, DANCE AND THE SOUL OF THE SEASON December 21 (8:00 pm), 22 (3:00pm) Prices (range): $30 - $60 The Celtic Company, Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University, 80 Forsyth St. NW Box Office #: 404-413-9849 www.thecelticcompany.com SHEN YUN PERFORMING ARTS 12/27/2013 12/29/2013 Price range: $55 to $205 Falun Dafa Association of Atlanta, Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com/

Concerts CHRISTMAS WITH THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA CONDUCTED BY JOHN T. PEEK Sun, Dec 1, 2013, 4pm Prices: $15/Advance, $20/at Door The African-American Philharmonic Orchestra, Southwest Arts Center, 404-613-3220, 915 New Hope Road, Atlanta, Call for dates of ticket sales; 770-994-3408 or 404 556-2276, johncarriepeek@bellsouth.net JAZZ ROOTS: DAVE KOZ AND FRIENDS CHRISTMAS TOUR 2013 12/2/2013 Price range: $29 to $89 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS 12/6/2013 12/7/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $20 Arts at Emory, Emory’s Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. Atlanta TIX# 404-727-5050 www.arts.emory.edu CHRISTMAS GALA & HOLIDAY POPS CONCERT 2013 12/7/2013 Prices: Adults: $30; Seniors: $24; Students: $15 Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra, St. Benedict Church, 11045 Parsons Rd. Johns Creek TIX# 678-748-5802 www.johnscreeksymphony.org HOLIDAY POPS 12/7/2013 Price range: $10 to $50 Georgia Symphony Orchestra, The Murray Arts Center, 2250 Stilesboro Rd. NW, Kennesaw TIX# 770-429-7016 www.georgiasymphony.org THE BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS ROCKS 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR 12/7/2013 Price range: $35 to $75 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com

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holiday ATLANTA PERFORMANCE GUIDE CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD 12/ 8, 2013 Prices: Free Decatur Civic Chorus, First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave, Decatur TIX :770-388-9536, www.decaturcivicchorus.org

CELTIC WOMAN: A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 12/22/2013 Price range: $42.50 to $102.50 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

ASO GOSPEL CHRISTMAS 12/8/2013 Price range: $20 to $45 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

SIXPENCE NONE THE RICHER 12/28/2013 Gen Adm Prices: $35 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forest St. Roswell TIX# 770-594-6232 www.roswellgov.com/index.aspx?NID=211 ASO NEW YEAR’S EVE 12/31/2013 Price range: $31 to $69 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org/

A PETER WHITE CHRISTMAS WITH RICK BRAUN AND MINDI ABAIR 12/14/2013 Price range: $42 to $67 Ferst Center for the Arts 349 Ferst Dr. NW TIX# 404-894-9600 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu

Kids Shows

CHRISTMAS WITH THE ASO 12/14/2013 12/15/2013 Price range: $29 to $62 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

DISNEY JUNIOR LIVE ON TOUR! PIRATE AND PRINCESS ADVENTURE 12/14/2013 12/15/2013 Price range: $20 to $80 Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy.

TIX# 770-916-2852 www.cobbenergycentre.com

CHRISTMAS WITH ATLANTA MASTER CHORALE 12/14, 2013 @8:00 pm & 12/15, 2013 @4:00pm, Prices: $20.0025.00 Atlanta Master Chorale Emory University, Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, 1700 North Decatur Rd. TIX: 404-727-5050 www.AtlantaMasterChorale.org

ASO KIDS’ CHRISTMAS 12/15/2013 12/15/2013 Price range: $15 to $22 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org

ON HOLIDAY 12/15/2013 Prices: Free!

Atlanta Wind Symphony, Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forest St. Roswell TIX# 770-594-6232 www.roswellgov.com/index.aspx?NID=211

LITTLE RAINDROP SONGS 12/27/2013 1/18/2014 Gen Adm Prices: $10 Alliance Theatre Woodruff Arts Center, The 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.alliancetheatre.org/

Music Theatre

A VERY MERRY HOLIDAY POPS 12/19/2013 12/21/2013 Price range: $22 to $60 Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Woodruff Arts Center Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE TIX# 404-733-5000 www.atlantasymphony.org/

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE 12/ 18-29 2013 Prices:$33-$43 Gypsey Theatre Company, Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive NW TIX404-894-9600 ,ferstcenter.gatech.edu

HANDEL’S “MESSIAH,” THE CHRISTMAS PORTION 12/21/2013 Adults: $30; Seniors: $24; Students: $15 Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra, Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Rd. Johns Creek TIX# 678-748-5802 www.johnscreeksymphony.org

A SOULFUL CHRISTMAS 12/ 5 - 15th 2013 Price (range): $23-$40 Stepp Stewart & Dynamite Productions: Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Center, 3181 Rainbow Dr. Decatur, GA 30034 TIX 404-687-2700, www.asoulfulchristmas.com

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