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10 Those Magic Moments “Nutcracker” illusionist Drew Thomas returns

with a brand-new bag of enchantment for the Atlanta Ballet and its audiences. By Stell Simonton

12 Private Matters

Traditional, new wave, diverse, student-centered, faith-based, college prep, alternative. Metro students can be schooled in many ways. By Danielle Deadwyler

50 A Christian-Country Christmas

Husband-and-wife artists Vince Gill and Amy Grant join voices on two of America’s most beloved musical forms. Happy holidays! By Bret Love

17 Program and Notes 32 Board & Staff 38 Information 39 Etiquette 40 Fox Fun Facts 42 Dining Guide

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Magic Moments For many years, Atlanta Ballet danced the George Balanchine version of The Nutcracker. Since 1995, it has done a version choreographed by artistic director John McFall.

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tlanta Ballet’s The Nutcracker is back, determined to transport you to Old Russia, where toy soldiers come to life, snow fairies dance in a glittering, dreamlike world and there’s always a new surprise.

This season’s twist: Professional illusionist Drew Thomas is playing the mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer, who brings the toys to life and sets the story in motion.

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Thomas joined the ballet last season to dream up magic tricks and make them part of the story.

He hinted then that his role might grow and, indeed, it has. This year he’s brought a new bag of tricks and is stepping onstage as Drosselmeyer for the first two weeks of the run.

“I’m going to storm the stage this year as only an illusionist can,” Thomas says. “We’re going to take every little nuance and every

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subtlety and turn it into a magical moment.”

Last year, the Nutcracker figure, which appeared as a wooden toy, was transformed into a 6-foot-tall human being. This year, Thomas says, the Nutcracker will materialize out of thin air.

Last year, a handkerchief flew through the air, burst through a window, zoomed above the audience and came to rest in Drosselmeyer’s hand. Look for even more shenanigans this year, with the handkerchief and many other objects.

“We’ve been able to let our imaginations run wild,” says Atlanta Ballet artistic director John McFall, clearly pleased to have Thomas on board.

He first cast Thomas as Drosselmeyer in an Ohio Nutcracker more than 20 years ago. McFall was looking for a magician to fill the role, which doesn’t require dancing, only the ability to move smoothly onstage.

An associate saw Thomas do a Michael Jackson move during a magic show and recommended him. Deal done. Long-term relationship formed.

Thomas now designs magic shows for the NBA’s Orlando Magic, Six Flags, SeaWorld, Universal Studios and Royal Caribbean Cruises. He was once a finalist on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent.”

He’s not the only one experiencing the magic of the season.

Nearly 250 children in four casts are rotating through the performances. Some have trained in ballet for years, others are just beginning.

Hannae Dillon, 10, is a snow fairy in Cast D. She’s danced in The Nutcracker twice before and has studied ballet since she was 2.

Eight-year-old Morgan Gao, on the other hand, is new to ballet and comes from the Alliance Theatre’s A Christmas Carol, where he played

Tiny Tim last season. Look for him among the mice in Cast B. The Nutcracker ballet itself, born in Russia in 1892, has been performed in Atlanta for 54 years. The original tale is decidedly deeper and darker than the lush ballet.

E.T.A. Hoffmann, a lawyer, composer and German Romantic writer, penned the story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” in 1816. It was decidedly gothic in a time where gothic novels and fairly tales were popular.

Hoffman was known for fiction that had a deep undercurrent of menace, a dreamlike quality, and grotesque and inexplicable elements. Sigmund Freud, for one, was very interested in his work.

Alexandre Dumas (The Three Musketeers) translated it from German to French and altered the story. Then choreographers Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov, and the composer Tchaikovsky, brought it to the Moscow stage.

The ballet jumped to the United States in 1944 and, in the 1950s, George Balanchine staged it in New York City. Atlanta’s 1959 performance was the first time Balanchine allowed anyone outside the New York City Ballet to do his adaptation.

In 1995, McFall re-created the production and each year seeks to reinvigorate it.

Its lavish staging and ethereal music, set in the midst of a dark winter-night’s dream, do hint at the underside of human nature. Perhaps that’s why it’s entirely fitting for a magician to join this world and do his curious work.

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ballet itself, born in Russia in 1892, has been performed in Atlanta for 54 years.

Stell Simonton is an Atlanta freelance writer whose work is found in the Christian Science Monitor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Atlanta Parent, among others. She is a member of the Artist Conference Network.

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raditional, new wave, diverse, student-centered, faithbased, college prep, challenging, alternative, Montessori, community, international, competitive. This isn’t a vocabulary list. These are among the terms used by metro schools to attract the attention of parents and their kids.

Atlanta’s many private-school options continue to increase, each offering low student-to-teacher ratios, diverse learning environments and unique educational practices. We have discovered some new arrivals to add to the competitive spirit of the Atlanta prep landscape this year.

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BABY STEPS TO COLLEGE PREP

These schools offer ongoing, congruous environments for student, providing 12 or more grade levels. College prepbased programs, some faithbased and community-driven initiatives, are among the qualities these schools engender.

Their mission includes preparing children academically and socially for the challenges of a global economy.

ATLANTA: • Atlanta International School (K-12), aischool.org • Pace Academy (K12), paceacademy.org

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• Paideia School (pre-K-12), paideiaschool.org • Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School (pre-K-12), hies.org • Holy Spirit Preparatory School (pre-K-12), holyspiritprep.org • Mount Vernon Presbyterian School (pre-K-12), mountvernonschool.org • The Galloway School (pre-K-12), gallowayschool.org • The Howard School (K12), howardschool.org • The Lovett School (K12), lovett.org • The Westminster Schools of Atlanta (K-12), westminster.net • Whitefield Academy (pre-K-12), whitefieldacademy. com COLLEGE PARK: • Woodward Academy (K12), woodward.edu ROSWELL/ALPHARETTA: • Eaton Academy (K-12), eatonacademy.org • Mill Springs Academy (112), millsprings.org NORCROSS: • Greater Atlanta Christian School (K-12), greateratlantachristian.org

NONTRADITIONAL

Benefits of nontraditional educational settings can include special interests, student-directed learning, single-sex schools, boarding schools and prep schools; also an emphasis on the arts and sciences beyond school walls.

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• Atlanta Country Day School (7-12), atlantacountrydayschool. com (group or individualized instruction) DECATUR: • Academe of the Oaks (912), academeatlanta.org (individualized instruction/college prep/Waldorf method) • The Waldorf School of Atlanta (pre-K-8), waldorfatlanta.org (individualized instruction/Waldorf method) • Arbor Montessori (pre-K-8), www.arbormontessori.org (Montessori/whole-child development) • Sudbury School of Atlanta (ages 4-15), www.sudburyschoolofatlanta.org (Multi-age, democratic community) ROSWELL/ALPHARETTA: • Chrysalis Experiential Academy (6-12), chrysalisexp. org (experiential education) • High Meadows School (pre-K-8), highmeadows. org (children grouped by ability, not numerical age)

FAITH-BASED

These options include Catholic, Jewish, Quaker, Islamic and nondenominational Christian schools, and welcome all students.

ATLANTA: • Blessed Trinity Catholic High School (9-12), btcatholic.org • Christ the King School (K8), christking.org (Catholic) • Marist School (7-12), marist. com (Catholic) • Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School (pre-K-8), olaschool.org • St. Jude the Apostle Catholic School (K-8), saintjude.net • St. Martin’s Episcopal School (pre-K-8), stmartinschool.org • St. Pius X Catholic High School (9-12), spx.org • Sophia Academy (pre-K-9), sophiaacademy.org (Christian) • The Heiskell School (pre-K-8), heiskell.net

• Epstein School (preK-8), epsteinatlanta.org (Jewish) • Greenfield Hebrew Academy (pre-K-8), ghacademy.org • The Weber School (9-12), weberschool.org (Jewish) • Mohammed Schools of Atlanta (pre-K-12), mohammedschools.org (Islamic) • Davis Academy (pre-K-8), www.davisacademy.org (Jewish) DECATUR: • St. Thomas More Catholic School (K-8), stmga.org • The Friends School of Atlanta (pre-K-8), friendsschoolatlanta. org (Quaker) HAPEVILLE: • St. John the Evangelist Catholic School (pre-K-8), sjecs.org ROSWELL/ALPHARETTA: • ILM Academy (pre-K-8), ilm-academy.com (Islamic) DORAVILLE: • Yeshiva Atlanta (9-12), www. yeshivaatlanta.org (Orthodox Jewish)

SPECIAL NEEDS

These schools combine empathy, therapy and special expertise to enhance and support students and their families.

Children with learning challenges like Asperger’s, ADHD, dyslexia, hearing/speech impediments or emotional issues may thrive here.

ATLANTA: • Cumberland Academy of GA (4-12), cumberlandacademy.org • Orion Alternative School (K12), www.rcsd.k12.ca.us/orion ROSWELL/ALPHARETTA: • The Cottage School (612), cottageschool.org • Porter Academy (pre-K-8), www.porteracademy.org • Swift School (1-7), swiftschool.com Danielle Deadwyler is an Atlanta-based writer, actor and mother to a dancing machine.

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A festive holiday-inspired cultural exhibition.

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December 6-29, 2013

The Fox Theatre Choreography by John McFall Music by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky Costume Design by Judanna Lynn Set Design by Peter Horne Lighting Design by Robert Hand Jr. Illusions by Drew Thomas

Dorothy Moses Alexander, Founder

Robert Barnett, Artistic Director Emeritus

John McFall, Artistic Director

Arturo Jacobus, Executive Director

Gary Sheldon, Conductor Atlanta Ballet Orchestra Snow Scene performance by Georgia Youth Choir ~music in ascendance~

Set Construction by Michael Hagen Additional costumes by Tamara Cobus, April McCoy, Elena Rao

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BIOS Rosemary Miles, Dale Shields, Sharon Story, Sarah Hillmer Ballet Mistresses THE COMPANY Alexandre Barros, Peng-Yu Chen, Christian Clark, Pedro Gamino, Heath Gill, Jonah Hooper, Yoomi Kim, Tara Lee, Nadia Mara, Miguel Angel Montoya, Jackie Nash, Brandon Nguyen, Thom Panto, Alessa Rogers, Claire Stallman, Benjamin Stone, Jared Tan, Abigail Tan-Gamino, Jesse Tyler, Rachel Van Buskirk, John Welker, Christine Winkler DISTINGUISHED GUEST ARTISTS Nathan Griswold and Kelly Tipton APPRENTICES Kelsey Ebersold, Kiara Felder, Kelly Prather, Pablo Sánchez FELLOWSHIP ENSEMBLE* Francisco Aguilar, Amber Bates, Austin Carter, Shaun Gheyssen, Jessica Guda, Stephanie Hall, Nicole Jones, Xiwen Li, Lydia Redpath, Erin Robinson, Gwynn Root, Philip Smith-Cobbs, Yujing Sun, Laura Van Kouwenberg, Caroline Vining *All student dancers courtesy of Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education

ATLANTA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER Our story begins more than 100 years ago on a snowy Christmas Eve in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Drosselmeyer, an ingenious toymaker, finishes making gifts for a party at the Petrov house. On his way, he passes the magical town clock he created.

As it chimes, three curious and prophetic images appear: a ballerina, a nutcracker, and a terrifying rat king.

ACT ONE The Petrov party guests await the arrival of the gay but mysterious Drosselmeyer, who seems to exude magic and wonder wherever he goes. When Drosselmeyer arrives, he produces out of thin air two life-sized dolls that dance for the pleasure of Marya and the guests. Drosselmeyer then opens the door to a sentry post to reveal the Nutcracker who begins dancing with Marya to the astonishment of the Petrov family and their friends. Nicholas, Marya’s envious and naughty brother, breaks the Nutcracker. Drosselmeyer endeavors to repair the Nutcracker, but it is Marya’s kiss that heals and transforms him into a full-size Nutcracker. As the evening nears its conclusion, Drosselmeyer weaves his magic and begins to take Marya on a surreal adventure.

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Little mice are now scurrying around the dark rooms. Nicholas is roaming the house looking for mischief when Drosselmeyer startles him. Drosselmeyer then entices Nicholas to explore his magic satchel. Inside the satchel Nicholas discovers a rat cape and a sword. He now personifies a rat and is empowered to initiate a great battle. The battle begins and Marya comes to the rescue of the Nutcracker and slays the Rat King. At the end of the battle, Nicholas realizes that choosing conflict leads only to darkness. He now feels grown up and understands that his sister’s love and support are what matter most. Drosselmeyer rewards Marya’s courage and takes her on a fantastic journey to a crystal kingdom filled with snow spirits.

ACT TWO The journey continues to the land of the Sugar Candy Kingdom where Marya is hosted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier. There is a glorious ball, complete with dancers from exotic lands. Marya is enraptured with this amazing and enchanting experience. She feels like she is floating on air. The next moment, Marya realizes she is dreaming as she wakes up in her bedroom and smiles to herself as she understands that her dreams have become reality. She ponders all the dreams yet to come true.

BIOS ATLANTA BALLET LEADERSHIP JOHN McFALL (Artistic Director) John studied dance with Ms. Tatiana Dokoudovska who not only taught him the art of dance, but also inspired him to pursue an adventurous life in theater. At 16, he was contracted to dance at Starlight Theater, one of the showcase summer stock venues in the country. Following this, he performed with the San Francisco Ballet for two decades, working with distinguished choreographers and touring the world. John became recognized as a choreographer himself and was commissioned to create premieres for a variety of companies, including San Francisco Ballet, Dance Theater of Harlem and National Ballet of Canada. Mikhail Baryshnikov invited John to create two works for American Ballet Theater, in which Mikhail also performed. In 1986, John received an invitation from Robert Barnett, Artistic Director of Atlanta Ballet, to premiere a work titled Watchers. Eight years later John would become artistic director. John has continued to contribute to the Atlanta Ballet repertoire with family classics such as Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Swan Lake, Firebird and Don Quixote. Notably, he has expanded the range of the repertoire with invitations to many of the world’s most provocative and imaginative choreographers. These individuals include Wayne McGregor, Jorma Elo, Ohad Naharin, David Bintley, Christopher Wheeldon, James Kudelka and Twyla Tharp. John is committed to continue leading Atlanta Ballet into the future with innovative and extraordinary works. By commissioning brilliant choreographers and nurturing the development of new talent, he will ensure that, for generations to come, Atlanta Ballet will present evenings of dance that touch the soul and engage the imagination. Simply put, to INSPIRE. ARTURO JACOBUS (Executive Director) Arturo Jacobus enters his fifth season with Atlanta Ballet. From 1984 through 1993, Jacobus was president of Pacific Northwest Ballet, and from 1993 through 2002, he served as the executive director of San Francisco Ballet. Jacobus has also served as CEO/executive director of Pilchuck Glass School in Seattle; president of COPIA: The American Center for Wine, Food and the Arts in Napa, Calif.; president of the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts in Louisville; and president of the Oakland Symphony in California. He holds masters degrees in Business Administration, Arts Administration and Human Resources Management and has completed management programs at the University of Washington and Harvard Business School. Jacobus has served on a number of executive boards in the arts community, including Dance/USA, Washington State Arts Alliance, Northwest Development Officers’ Association and California Arts Advocates. Throughout his career, Jacobus has remained actively involved in strategy and advocacy in the arts by chairing and sitting on panels for the National Endowment for the Arts, Dance/USA and the City of Atlanta’s Office of Cultural Affairs. Before his career as an arts executive, Jacobus spent 20 years as a bandmaster for the U.S. Navy, leading ensembles in Villefranche, France; Gaeta and Naples, Italy; and San Francisco. While stationed in Naples as leader of the U.S. Navy Band, under the Commander in Chief Allied Forces Southern Europe (CincSouth), Jacobus founded a 50-member NATO ensemble of service musicians from the army, navy and air forces of Italy, Greece, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Jacobus toured Europe with his NATO band performing concerts, variety shows and military ceremonies on behalf of CincSouth and NATO.

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BIOS SHARON STORY (Dean of the Centre for Dance Education, Ballet Mistress) Sharon Story is in her 19th season with Atlanta Ballet. She joined Atlanta Ballet after a professional dance career that spanned more than 20 years, including tenures with Joffrey Ballet, the School of American Ballet, New York City Ballet, Atlanta Ballet and Boston Ballet. In 1996, in addition to her role as ballet mistress, John McFall’s vision and mentorship brought Sharon to her position as Dean of the Centre for Dance Education. The Centre has rapidly grown to one of the largest dance schools in the nation. She is committed to providing a non-competitive atmosphere and access to dance education that is shaped by the community needs, is innovative and inspires the commitment and excellence that are the trademarks of Atlanta Ballet. Under Sharon’s direction, the Centre achieved accreditation with the National Association of Schools of Dance. Sharon is a member of the Commission on Accreditation for NASD and is delighted to serve on many community and national boards.

ROSEMARY MILES (Ballet Mistress) Rosemary Miles is in her 17th season with Atlanta Ballet. One of eight children of an English brigadier general, Rosemary trained at Elmhurst and the Royal Ballet School in England, during which time she successfully passed all Royal Academy and Cecchetti examinations. During her professional career, Rosemary danced with the Royal Ballet, the National Ballet of Canada and the London Festival Ballet.

In America, she performed with the educational division of the New York City Ballet and as a soloist with the National Ballet of Washington, Chicago Ballet and Houston Ballet. Upon retiring as a dancer, Rosemary has enjoyed being a principal teacher at the Houston Ballet Academy; a guest teacher throughout the United States, England and the Far East; artistic director of the Lexington Ballet; and a member of John McFall’s artistic team for 17 years. Rosemary is the proud aunt of 22 nieces and nephews and 28 grandnieces and grandnephews. Rosemary thanks the dancers of Atlanta Ballet for being such an inspiration. Rosemary’s other passion is golf.

DALE SHIELDS (Ballet Mistress) A native of Winston-Salem, N.C., Ms. Shields graduated from the North Carolina School of the Arts and Butler University before starting her career as a professional dancer. After joining and rising to principal dancer with Indianapolis Ballet Theatre, she appeared in the leading roles of many productions, including Giselle, The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Romeo & Juliet, Gaité Parisienne, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Coppélia, Night Shadow and The Moor’s Pavane. Ms. Shields’ artistic collaboration with IBT artistic directors George Verdak and Dace Dindonis produced a great number of original works as well as staging and performing the Russian premiere of the ballet Le Bal in St. Petersburg. In her position as principal ballet mistress for Ballet Internationale, she assisted with the original choreography of several full-length ballets by Artistic Director Eldar Aliev and worked alongside Irina Kolpakova in staging many well-known Russian classics. Dale has taught on the faculty of the Academy of Ballet International and Butler University’s Jorden Academy. She enjoys her time guest teaching around the country and in the Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education’s Summer Intensive Program. It has been inspiring for her to work with John McFall and the artists of Atlanta Ballet in creating new and more exciting productions every season.

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BIOS SARAH HILLMER (Ballet Mistress) An Atlanta native, Sarah Hillmer began her professional career with Atlanta Ballet, where she performed both classical and contemporary works. She danced principal roles in classics such as Giselle, Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake and originated roles in a variety of contemporary works. Sarah’s desire to further explore contemporary movement led her to become a founding member of gloATL, where she performed the original works of Lauri Stallings in both Atlanta and New York. Sarah’s love of coaching brought her back to Atlanta Ballet, where she has had the privilege of assisting and collaborating with choreographers, and extraordinary dancers.

She has worked as a ballet mistress with choreographers, including Twyla Tharp and Atlanta Ballet’s current resident choreographer, Helen Pickett. She has also restaged choreographers’ works in New York, San Francisco and Canada. Sarah teaches ballet and contemporary dance in the upper levels of Atlanta Ballet’s Centre for Dance Education throughout the year and summer. She is a guest teacher at various institutions in the Atlanta area, including Emory University and Spelman College.

THE COMPANY

ALEXANDRE BARROS (second season), a native of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, received his training from Escola de Dancas Alice Arja and Escola Estadual de Dancas Maria Olenewa. At the age of 15, he came to the United States to study with the Harid Conservatory. After graduating from Harid, he joined Atlanta Ballet in 2011 as a Fellowship dancer, where he has performed works by choreographers James Kudelka, Juel Lane, Christopher Wheeldon, Bruce Wells and Tara Lee. Alexandre would like to thank his family, friends and the instructors at Harid for all their support and love. He is thrilled to be a part of the Company and is looking forward to a long and fruitful career.

PENG-YU CHEN (seventh season), a native of Taiwan, began training in Chinese folk dance and gymnastics at the age of 10. She received her BFA from SUNY Purchase under Carol Walker and received the Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence and the President’s Award for Achievement. She has performed with Kevin Wynn Collection and in Metropolitan Opera Ballet’s production of Doug Varone’s The Rite of Spring. She joined American Repertory Ballet for three seasons, where she performed works by Graham Lustig, Lauri Stallings, Val Caniparoli, Melissa Barak and Twyla Tharp. Since 2007, she has performed leading roles in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker and John McFall’s Peter Pan. She was featured in Stallings’ big, Hampson’s Sinfonietta Giocosa, Kudelka’s The Four Seasons, Godden’s The Magic Flute, Pickett’s Petal and Tharp’s In the Upper Room. Dance Magazine named Peng one of the “25 to Watch” in 2007, and she thanks her family and friends for all the support and love. Sponsored by Corps de Ballet.

CHRISTIAN CLARK (twelfth season), an Atlanta native, began his training at age 8 with the Atlanta School of Ballet under the direction of Robert Barnett. As a Company member, Christian has performed the leading roles of Prince in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker, Laertes in Stephen Mills’ Hamlet, Albrecht in Giselle, Siegfried in John McFall’s Swan Lake, the Prince in Sleeping Beauty and Romeo in Michael Pink’s Romeo & Juliet. Christian was featured in Margo Sappington’s Shed Your Skin: The Indigo Girls Project, John McFall’s Jupiter, Christian Holder’s Transcendence, Lauri Stallings’ The Great Gatsby and big and Christopher Hampson’s Sinfonietta Giocosa. When not dancing, Christian enjoys playing music with the band The Neighbors with fellow dancer Jesse Tyler. Christian thanks Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education, his family, and his lovely wife, Naomi-Jane, for their support.

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BIOS PEDRO GAMINO (fourth season), a San Francisco native, began his training with the Academy of Ballet, the School of the Arts High School San Francisco and the School of American Ballet. Pedro began his career with the Smuin Ballet, where he worked with choreographers Michael Smuin and Amy Seiwert. He then enjoyed a stint at Dayton Ballet, where he worked with choreographers Septime Webre and Stephen Mills, followed by time at American Repertory Ballet in New Jersey. During his four seasons with ARB, he danced ballets by Val Caniparoli, Lisa de Ribere, Twyla Tharp and Graham Lustig, among others. Pedro joined Atlanta Ballet with wife Abigail Tan and brother-in-law Jared Tan. Since dancing with Atlanta Ballet, he’s danced ballets by Jorma Elo, James Kudelka, Helen Pickett and John McFall.

Pedro is very happy to be a part of the Atlanta Ballet family and looks forward to a great season.

HEATH GILL (fourth season), a native of Illinois, began his dance training at age 4 with jazz, tap and gymnastics. He later began to study ballet under the direction of Deena Laska-Lewis and received summer training at Houston Ballet, Atlanta Ballet and Texas Ballet Theater. At age 18, he moved to Atlanta to train and perform with Atlanta Ballet. In Atlanta, he has performed in works by John McFall, Helen Pickett, Michael Pink, David Bintley, James Kudelka, Twyla Tharp, Christopher Wheeldon, Jorma Elo, Ohad Naharin, Lila York, Val Caniparoli, Mark Godden, Tara Lee and Lauri Stallings. Recently, he has been featured as Harker in Dracula, the improv soloist in Minus 16 and the 1st Seminarian in Carmina Burana. Some of Heath’s other interests include playing piano and trumpet, watching movies and camping. Heath would also like to thank Clara Cravey for her guidance and his friends and family for their love and support.

NATHAN GRISWOLD (Guest Artist) originally from the Pacific Northwest, Nathan began his dance training under Kay Englert in Tacoma, Wash. After finishing his formal dance training at the Ben Stevenson Academy in Houston, he danced professionally with the Houston Ballet, Alberta Ballet and Atlanta Ballet. He has danced as a guest with Los Angeles Chamber Ballet and North Carolina Dance Theater. In 2010, Nathan moved to Germany, where he danced for Ballet Augsburg and National Theater Mannheim. He has performed works by Itzik Galili, Leo Mujic, Emily Molnar, Christian Spuck, Kevin O’Day and Alejandro Cerrudo, among others.

In the summer of 2011, Nathan began choreographing. He has presented works at Ballet Augsburg, State Theater of Ulm and with Atlanta Ballet’s Wabi Sabi.

Nathan looks forward to continuing his work as a dance-maker. He is excited to once again join Atlanta Ballet at the Fox Theatre for its 2013 production of Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker.

JONAH HOOPER (fifteenth season), was born in Atlanta and raised in Blue Ridge.

He studied with the Gainesville Ballet during high school and was an apprentice with the Louisville Ballet. With Atlanta Ballet, Jonah has performed leading roles in many productions, including Michael Pink’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Dracula and Romeo & Juliet; Stanton Welch’s Madame Butterfly; and John McFall and Lauri Stallings’ The Great Gatsby. He was featured in Jorden Morris’ Moulin Rouge© — The Ballet and John McFall’s Don Quixote, and he worked with Helen Pickett in Petal and Prayer of Touch and Gina Patterson in Quietly Walking. He is the official photographer of Atlanta Ballet’s Wabi Sabi and choreographed a piece in last season’s program. Jonah graduated from Georgia State University and lives in Decatur with his wife and two children. He would like to thank his wife and family for their love and support.

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BIOS YOOMI KIM (fifth season), a native of South Korea, Yoomi trained at the Korea National Ballet Academy; the Seoul Arts High School, graduating summa cum laude; and Ewha Women’s University, where she earned a master’s in Dance Arts.

Yoomi received first prize in the 30th Dance Association of Korea National Ballet Competition and performed Sleeping Beauty at the International Performing Arts Festival in Japan. Since moving to the United States in 2006, Yoomi has performed works by John McFall, Twyla Tharp, Amy Seiwert, James Kudelka and Christopher Wheeldon. She performed in the North West Dance Project in 2010 and Wabi Sabi in 2012. Yoomi was invited to perform Esmerelda and Helen Pickett’s Petal at the Korea World Ballet Dance Star Festival in 2011.

TARA LEE (eighteenth season) grew up in Connecticut, where she trained with Donna Bonasera of Connecticut Dance Theatre. After dancing with Joffrey II, she became a member of Atlanta Ballet in 1995. Tara was a guest artist with New Orleans Ballet Theatre and joined Vancouver’s Ballet British Columbia for the 2006-07 season. This past summer, Tara danced at the Joyce Theatre New York with Dominic Walsh Dance Theater. Tara has performed works by John Alleyne, Jorma Elo, James Kudelka, Wayne McGregor, Ohad Naharin, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Gina Patterson, Helen Pickett, Crystal Pite and Twyla Tharp. Principal roles include those in McFall’s Swan Lake and Firebird, Hampson’s Rite of Spring, Pink’s Romeo and Juliet and Dracula, Welch’s Madame Butterfly, Stevenson’s Cinderella and Three Preludes, Bintley’s Carmina Burana, Morris’ Moulin Rouge© — The Ballet, Godden’s The Magic Flute, Caniparoli’s Lambarena, Tharp’s Princess and the Goblin and In the Upper Room, and Stalling’s big. Tara has choreographed three works for Atlanta Ballet, most recently Pavo, which premiered in May 2012. Sponsored by Lynn Cochran-Schroder.

NADIA MARA (eighth season), born in Montevideo, Uruguay, trained at the National School of Ballet in her country, where she graduated as the best dancer in school and was awarded the Elena Smirnova Gold Medal by Argentine ballet critic Honorio Destaville. In the United States, Nadia started dancing with North Carolina Dance Theatre. At Atlanta Ballet, she performed the lead in Giselle, Kitri in Don Quixote, Sugar Plum Fairy in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker, Mina in Michael Pink’s Dracula, Pamina in Mark Godden’s The Magic Flute, and principal roles in Jorden Morris’ Moulin Rouge© — The Ballet and James Kudelka’s The Four Seasons.

She was also featured in Val Caniparoli’s Lambarena, Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush, Jorma Elo’s 1st Flash, and Wayne McGregor’s Eden|Eden. Nadia wants to thank her beloved mother for giving her courage, strength, support and, most of all, love during all these years. Sponsored by Amy and Allen Nelson.

MIGUEL ANGEL MONTOYA (debut season) was born in Cali, Colombia, where he began his training at the Instituto Colombiano de Ballet, Incoballet. In 2008, Miguel relocated to Philadelphia to attend the Rock School. In 2010, Miguel competed in the IBC Jackson International Ballet Competition, progressed to the second round semifinal and made it to the Youth American Grand Prix New York finals. Before joining Atlanta Ballet, Miguel danced with Incolballet Company under the direction of Gloria Castro de Martinez, appearing as the Slave in Le Corsaire and Basilio in Don Quixote. Miguel worked with Twyla Tharp and originated roles in The Princess and the Goblin. Miguel also danced in Juel Lane’s Moments of Dis, Helen Pickett’s Prayer of Touch, Michael Pink’s Dracula, Ohad Naharin’s Minus 16, Gina Patterson’s I AM, Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker and Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush. Miguel thanks Atlanta Ballet for its graciousness and support.

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BIOS JACKIE NASH (third season), a native of Connecticut, started her ballet training at the Connecticut Dance School under the direction of Alan Woodard. She then spent two years in the dance and academic residency program at the Rock School for Dance Education, graduating in 2009. During her summer studies, she attended the Chautauqua Institute, Nutmeg Conservatory, Miami City Ballet and Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education. She has enjoyed dancing roles such as Marya in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker and performing works by Christopher Wheeldon, David Bintley and Val Caniparoli. She has also worked with such choreographers as James Kudelka for The Man in Black, Twyla Tharp for The Princess and the Goblin, Jorma Elo for 1st Flash and Helen Pickett for both Petal and Prayer of Touch. Jackie would like to thank her loving parents and amazing sister for their endless support and encouragement.

BRANDON NGUYEN (third season), a native of Texas, found his love for dance at the Margo Dean School of Ballet in Fort Worth and later moved on to Texas Ballet Theatre. He furthered his training at Houston Ballet Ben Stevenson Academy, performing solo and principal roles with Houston Ballet II. He received his first job with Orlando Ballet under the direction of Bruce Marks and, later, Robert Hill. While in Orlando, he also became an artist with Cirque du Soleil as a lead male dancer in La Nouba. In 2010, he performed with Mariah Carey for the Disney Christmas Day Parade. Brandon thanks his parents, Atlanta Ballet for being so welcoming and his past, present and future teachers.

THOM PANTO (fourth season), an Atlanta native, started dancing at age 11 and began his training with the New Mexico Ballet Company under the direction of Patricia Dickinson. After studying and training all over the United States, he moved to Los Angeles and received a degree in Business: Merchandise Marketing from the Fashion Institute. While in Los Angeles, he trained and studied with Marat Duakayev of the Kirov/Kirov Academy and Patricia Neary of NYCB. With Atlanta Ballet, Thom has danced in John McFall’s Jupiter, Tealia and Firebird. He has also performed the role of Snow King in Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker and roles in Christopher Hampson’s Sinfonietta Giocosa, Helen Pickett’s Petal and Ben Stevenson’s Three Preludes. Thom would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support and looks forward to a long and exciting career with Atlanta Ballet.

ALESSA ROGERS (sixth season) began her dance training with Daphne Kendall and later graduated from the North Carolina School of the Arts. She spent one season with North Carolina Dance Theatre II before joining Atlanta Ballet. Favorite roles include Lucy in Pink’s Dracula, Lover Girl in Bintley’s Carmina Burana and Princess Irene in the world premiere of Twyla Tharp’s The Princess and the Goblin. She has performed works by Jorma Elo, Wayne McGregor, Ohad Naharin, Helen Pickett and Tara Lee. She was recently a guest artist with the National Choreographers Initiative in California and Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance in Asheville, N.C. Alessa likes vegetables and the color yellow. Sponsored by Lucy, Charlotte and Ginny Brewer.

CLAIRE STALLMAN (third season) began dancing at age 4 in her hometown of Saratoga, Calif. She studied with Karen Millar before joining San Francisco Ballet School and spent summers training at the School of American Ballet and the American Ballet Theater. Before joining Atlanta Ballet, Claire was a company member with the Boston Ballet for three years and the Pacific Northwest Ballet for two years. Her most memorable performances have included a role in Jerome Robbins’ Afternoon of a Faun and the pas de deux in Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush, which she performed with Atlanta Ballet. Claire enjoys rock climbing with her siblings, spending time with her sister and cousins here in Georgia, and volunteering with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She is also pursuing a degree in mathematics at Georgia Institute of Technology.

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BIOS BENJAMIN STONE (second season) began dancing in his hometown of Melbourne, Australia, under the guidance of Tim Podesta. In 2008, at age 16, Ben advanced into the Australian Ballet School after winning the Sydney Eisteddfod McDonald Ballet Scholarship. Ben studied under Mark Annear, Dale Baker, Simon Dowe and Jia Hong Wang and graduated in 2011 with an Advanced Diploma of Dance. Ben danced and toured with Australian Ballet, appearing as Lead Gypsy in Don Quixote. Ben made his Atlanta Ballet debut two years ago as Prince Charming in Bruce Wells’ Snow White and was last seen in Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush. Ben thanks his parents and grandparents as well as those involved in Atlanta Ballet for their encouragement and support.

JARED TAN (fourth season) was born in the Philippines and started dancing at age 9 with Philippine Ballet Theatre under the direction of Gener Caringal. He trained for more than 14 years under Russian Ballet Master Anatoly Panasyukov and distinguished visiting Ballet Masters Robert Barnett, Graham Lustig, Batt Abbit, Stefan Hoff, Ida Beltran-Lucila, Nonoy Froilan, Maiqui Mañosa, Edna Vida and Stanley Canete. In 2009, he joined American Repertory Ballet in New Jersey under the direction of Graham Lustig, where he danced the Prince in Nutcracker, Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and roles in Rhapsodia and Twyla Tharp’s Baker’s Dozen. Jared loves to take pictures and play guitar, basketball and video games. He thanks his family and friends for their continued love and support. He is so thankful to be a part of Atlanta Ballet.

ABIGAIL TAN-GAMINO (fourth season) was born and raised in Manila, Philippines. She started to dance professionally with Philippine Ballet Theatre at age 14. With PBT, she danced lead roles in Don Quixote, Swan Lake, Cinderella, Giselle, Hunchback of Notre Dame, Madame Butterfly, La Bayadère, Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux, Who Cares?, Serenade and Concerto Barocco. In 2009, she danced with American Repertory Ballet in New Jersey under the direction of Graham Lustig. After one season, she was blessed to dance with Atlanta Ballet, where she performed works by Twyla Tharp, John McFall, Val Caniparoli, Helen Pickett, Gina Patterson, Amy Seiwart, Juel Lane, Jorden Morris, Christopher Wheeldon and Ohad Naharin. She graduated with a BA in Communication Arts from Angelicum College. She recently married fellow artist Pedro, and together they have a four-legged daughter named Hazel.

KELLY TIPTON (Guest Artist), a native of Berea, Ky., completed her dance training at Seattle’s Pacific Northwest Ballet School. While living in Seattle, she appeared as a guest artist with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. She joined Atlanta Ballet in 2004 and spent six seasons with the Company. In 2010, Kelly moved to Germany, where she spent three years working with Ballet Augsburg. While in Augsburg, Kelly was honored to receive the 2011 Theater Prize recognizing her for exceptional season.

While in Germany, she guested in galas held in Regensburg, Coburg, Heildelberg, Wurzberg and Dusseldorf. Kelly has performed featured roles in William Forsythe’s Herman Schmerman pas de deux, James Kudelka’s The Four Seasons, Leo Mujic’s Orpheus, Mark Mauro de Candia’s Cinderella, Itzik Galili’s Things I Told Nobody and Keven O’Day’s Divertimento Amadeaus. She also had the pleasure of working with and/or performing works by Alejandro Cerrudo, Christian Spuck, Lauri Stallings, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Twyla Tharp, George Balanchine and others. She also holds a BS from Georgia State University. Kelly is thrilled to be back in Atlanta working artistically with the Atlanta Ballet as a guest.

JESSE TYLER (sixth season) began his training at the School of the North Carolina Dance Theatre at age 9 under the direction of Jean-Pierre Bonnefoux and Patricia McBride. In 2003, he joined North Carolina Dance Theatre as an apprentice and was promoted to the Company in 2004, where he worked with choreographers such as Alonzo King, Dwight Rhoden and Mark Diamond. Since 2006, he was a guest artist

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BIOS with many companies in the Southeast, including the Florida Ballet. With Atlanta Ballet, he has danced works by John McFall and Lauri Stallings. When not dancing, he spends his time as the singer and guitar player for his band The Neighbors.

Sponsored by Amy Nelson and Lynn Cochran Schroder.

RACHEL VAN BUSKIRK (seventh season), a native of Vancouver, trained with Li Yaming at Pacific DanceArts. With Atlanta Ballet, Rachel has been featured in Giselle, Sleeping Beauty, Don Quixote, The Nutcracker, Moulin Rouge© — The Ballet , James Kedulka’s The Four Seasons, Ohad Naharin’s Minus 16, Annabelle LopezOchoa’s Requiem for a Rose, and Helen Pickett’s Petal and Prayer of Touch. Last season, Rachel performed the role of Lucy in Michael Pink’s Dracula and the lead role of Fortuna in the North American premiere of David Bintley’s Carmina Burana, Rachel was nominated and the cover girl for Dance Magazine’s 2012 “Top 25 to Watch” and named a “Top 30 Under 30” by ArtsATL in 2013. This summer, Rachel was co-director of Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education’s Professional Division Program and is now teaching for the Pre-Professional Program year-round. Outside of dance, Rachel enjoys reading, crafting and obsessing over her cats. She sends her love to her family and Kyle and thanks them for being awesome. Sponsored by Merry L. Carlos and Dottie Smith.

JOHN WELKER (nineteenth season) trained at BalletMet Dance Academy, the School of American Ballet, National Ballet of Cuba and Bolshoi Ballet Academy in Vail, Colo. John’s roles with Atlanta Ballet include Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, Albrect in Giselle, Basilio in Don Quixote, Cavalier in Nutcracker, Romeo in Romeo & Juliet, Dracula in Michael Pink’s Dracula, and Principal Male in John McFall’s Firebird. He has also been featured in James Kudelka’s The Four Seasons and Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush. John has recently worked with other choreographers like Christopher Hampson, Victor Quijada, Helen Pickett, Twyla Tharp and Jorma Elo. For the past three years John has served as ballet master of Atlanta Ballet’s Wabi Sabi, and for six years has served as mentor at Atlanta Ballet’s Summer Intensive. He is a dance major at Kennesaw State University and looks to pursue a graduate degree in Arts Administration. John and Christine, wife and fellow artist, just welcomed their firstborn son, Lucas, into the world. Sponsored by Lynda Courts.

CHRISTINE WINKLER (nineteenth season), a California native, trained with Barbara Crockett and furthered her studies with the San Francisco Ballet School. She then joined Ballet West, where she met husband John Welker. Memorable highlights since joining Atlanta Ballet in 1995 include Princess Aurora in Sleeping Beauty, Juliet in Michael Pink’s Romeo & Juliet, Odette in John McFall’s Swan Lake, Mina in Michael Pink’s Dracula, Kitri in Don Quixote, Waltz Girl in George Balanchine’s Serenade, Principal Woman in John McFall’s Firebird, Cio Cio San in Stanton Welch’s Madame Butterfly, and Daisy in John McFall and Lauri Stallings’ The Great Gatsby. Christine has worked with choreographers Christopher Hampson, Lila York, James Kudelka, Val Caniparoli, Wayne McGregor, Twyla Tharp, Darrell Moultrie, Gina Patterson, Jorden Morris, Helen Pickett and Juel Lane. Guest appearances include American Repertory Ensemble, Chamber Dance Project and New Orleans Ballet Theatre. For six years, Christine has served as co-director of Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education’s Professional Division Summer Intensive Program. Christine, along with husband and fellow Company member John Welker, welcomed the arrival of their son, Lucas, in April of this year. Sponsored by Merry L. Carlos and Chris M. Carlos.

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BIOS APPRENTICES 2013-2014 SEASON KELSEY EBERSOLD grew up in Athens, Ala., where she began her training under the direction of Beth Cannon and Julie George. She continued her studies at the University of Alabama and graduated in 2012 in Dance Performance and Choreography. During this time she performed leading roles in The Nutcracker, La Bayadère, Les Sylphides and Jose Limon’s There Is a Time. After graduation, Kelsey joined the Atlanta Ballet Fellowship Ensemble. She has performed with the Company in Michael Pink’s Dracula, Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush and Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker. During her first season with the Ballet, she was featured in roles such as a Ponytail Girl in David Bintley’s Carmina Burana and the Rose soloist in Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s Requiem for a Rose. Kelsey would like to thank her family for their continuous love and support. She looks forward to learning and growing with the Atlanta Ballet.

KIARA FELDER began her ballet training at age 6 in Cary, N.C., at Cary Ballet Conservatory. She spent summers training at Boston Ballet, Saratoga Summer Dance Intensive and Pacific Northwest Ballet. After graduating from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, she continued her training as a Professional Division student at the Pacific Northwest Ballet School on full scholarship. As a student, she performed with Pacific Northwest Ballet in the corps de ballet of George Balanchine’s Le Baiser de la Fée and Coppélia, and in Kent Stowell’s Nutcracker. Her most memorable moment with Atlanta Ballet was performing Ohad Narahin’s Minus 16. Outside of ballet, she enjoys discovering new things in Atlanta, live music, and arts and crafts. Kiara thanks her parents, sisters and friends for everything they have done to encourage her to follow her passion.

KELLY PRATHER grew up in Spokane, Wash., where she began her classical training under the watchful eyes of Dodie Askegard and Peggy Goodner-Tan. She furthered her studies with summer intensives at such companies as Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet and Atlanta Ballet. She then moved to Atlanta to join Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education’s Fellowship Ensemble, where she has enjoyed performing countless times with the Company in performances such as David Bintely’s Carmina Burana, Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush, James Kudelka’s The Four Seasons, and Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty and Don Quixote, choreographed by John McFall. Memorable highlights since joining the program include performing the principle roles in Donald Mahler’s Cinderella and Bruce Wells’ Snow White. Kelly is looking forward to her second season as an apprentice.

PABLO SÁNCHEZ was born in Puebla, Mexico. After moving to the United States, he began training with Amy Rose and studied at the Boston Ballet School.

He continued his training with Violette Vendy at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University and graduated in 2010 with a B.S. in Ballet Performance with an Outside Field in Communications and Culture. Before joining Atlanta Ballet, Pablo performed with the Joffrey Ballet of Chicago as a trainee. Pablo made his Atlanta Ballet debut as a featured dancer in Wayne McGregor’s Eden|Eden. He has since danced in James Kudelka’s The Four Seasons and The Man in Black, Christopher Wheeldon’s Rush, Ohad Naharin’s Minus 16, David Bintley’s Carmina Burana and Michael Pink’s Dracula. He is also a member of Atlanta Ballet’s Wabi Sabi. Pablo looks forward to another incredible season with Atlanta Ballet and thanks his family for their wonderful support.

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BIOS ARTISTIC AND PRODUCTION TEAM ROBERT HAND JR. (Lighting Designer) A graduate of the North Carolina School of the Arts, he has a BFA in Lighting Design. Since being with Atlanta Ballet, he has designed Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker and many of John McFall’s full-length ballets, such as Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Giselle, Don Quixote, Cinderella and The Great Gatsby. He has also designed many repertory pieces for the Company, including Ramblin’ Suite, Bachslide, Jupiter, Sinfonietta Giocosa, Inoui Rossini, Boiling Point, Shoo Pah Minor, Rite of Spring, Quietly Walking, Home in 7, Prayer of Touch, Firebird and Pavo. He recently designed Coppélia for Milwaukee Ballet, and Peter Pan and Swan Lake for Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre.

PETER HORNE (Set Designer) considers Nutcracker his favorite classic of the ballet repertoire. This is his sixth design, and he is always finding new ways to illustrate this wonderful story ballet. Peter designed a Nutcracker for Slovak National Ballet in 2008. This follows his productions for Pennsylvania Ballet, Washington Ballet, Atlanta Ballet, BalletMet and Les Grands Ballets. Other notable ballet designs include Scheherazade, Casse Noisette and Coppélia for Montreal, and Skeleton Clock for Houston Ballet. As the assistant to Maurice Sendak, Peter was part of the creation of The Nutcracker for Pacific Northwest Ballet, which later became a film. After many years working in the opera world as a designer and production and technical director for Houston Grand Opera, the Canadian Opera Company and the Glyndebourne Festival in England, Peter has retired to the south coast of England near Rye, where he will focus on painting, designing for the stage and gardening.

JUDANNA LYNN (Costume Designer) has designed costumes for most of the major dance companies in the United States, including San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet, Alvin Ailey, Ballet West, BalletMet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Pennsylvania Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet, Hartford Ballet, Hubbard Street, the Jose Limon Dance Company, Louisville Ballet and the Washington Ballet. Among the many ballets she designed for Atlanta Ballet are the current Nutcracker, Carmina Burana, La Fille Mal Gardée, Romeo & Juliet, Estuary, Escape, Pas de Dix and Concerto Barocco. She also designed the costumes for Houston Ballet’s highly acclaimed productions of Don Quixote, Dracula and Cleopatra, Peter Pan for Michael Pink and the Milwaukee Ballet; and Seven Deadly Sins for New York City Ballet. Internationally, she has designed for Ballet de Santiago and the Bulgarian National Ballet. Other credits include costumes for Festival of the Lion King at the opening of Disney’s theme park in Hong Kong; the musical Lyle for the Charles Strouse, Hartford Stage/Old Globe Theatre’s production of Tintypes, Cleveland Playhouse’s Tin Pan Alley Rag; and Once on This Island for the Children’s Theatre Company of Minneapolis. She is currently designing a new Nutcracker for Ballet Austin.

GARY SHELDON (Conductor) His distinguished career conducting for ballet has included positions with San Francisco Ballet, Ballet Met, and Miami City Ballet, where he currently serves as principal conductor. He has guest conducted for Alberta Ballet, Delta Festival Ballet, Hartford Ballet, New Orleans Ballet, and the Norwegian Ballet in Oslo. Maestro Sheldon recently won the American Prize in Orchestral Conducting for recordings with Lancaster Festival Orchestra at the Lancaster Festival in Ohio, where he is artistic director. He is also principal conductor at the Festival at Sandpoint in Idaho. He has held conducting positions with the New Orleans Symphony, Spoleto Festival, Syracuse Opera Theatre, and Marin Symphony in California, where he served as music director and, in 1996, won

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BIOS the Distinguished Citizen Award from the Marin Cultural Center and Museum. He is a native of Bay Shore, N.Y. and a graduate of the Juilliard School.

DREW THOMAS (Master Illusionist) infused last year’s production of Atlanta Ballet’s Nutcracker with an extra dose of magic. He’s back this season, upping the ante with new illusions and taking on the role of the mysterious Drosselmeyer himself December 6-15.

Thomas storms the stage with wonder and illusions like no other - making previously assumed magic a reality! Thomas first met McFall when Mr. McFall was the artistic director at BalletMet in Ohio. Mr. McFall invited him to play the role of Drosselmeyer in the Company’s production of Nutcracker for five seasons. A captivating and magnetic entertainer, illusionist Drew Thomas has been seen by over 100 million people worldwide and his appearances as a finalist on “America’s Got Talent,” television’s #1 rated summer show, have exposed audiences all over the world to his engaging and approachable new brand of magic. Learn more about Drew Thomas at facebook.com/drewthomasmagicman.

ATLANTA BALLET ORCHESTRA 2013-14 Season VIOLIN Lisa Morrison, Concertmaster Sally Wilson Martin, Associate Concertmaster Linda Pinner, Principal Second Adelaide Federici Keiko Furness Patti Gouvas Lee Nicholson Patrick Ryan Mayu Sommovigo Elonia Varfi Rafael Veytsblum Ying Zhuo

CONTRABASS Lyn DeRamus, Principal Christina Caterino

VIOLA Joli Wu, Principal Amy Chang Allyson Fleck Sarah Park Kristeen Sorrells

CLARINET Katherine White, Principal Greg Collins

CELLO Charae Krueger, Principal Mary Kenney Elizabeth Murphy Alice Williams

HARP Nella Rigell, Principal FLUTE Jeanne Carere, Principal Kelly Via OBOE Erica Howard, Principal Diana Dunn

BASSOON Michael Muszynski, Principal Dan Worley

TRUMPET Kevin Lyons, Principal John Morrison, Co-Principal Greg Holland TROMBONE Robb Smith, Principal Richard Brady Mark McConnell TUBA Donald Strand, Principal TIMPANI Scott Douglas, Principal PERCUSSION Michael Cebulski, Principal Karen Hunt Jeff Kershner PERSONNEL MANAGER Mark McConnell

HORN Jason Eklund, Principal Christopher Doemel Amy Trotz Kathy Wood-Zachmann

The Orchestral Musicians in this performance are members of the Atlanta Federation of Musicians, Local 148-462 of the American Federation of Musicians

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BOARD & STAFF A D M I N I S T R AT I O N EXECUTIVE Arturo Jacobus, Executive Director John McFall, Artistic Director ARTISTIC Rosemary Miles, Dale Shields, Sharon Story, Sarah Hillmer, Ballet Mistresses FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION Pamela Whitacre, Chief Financial Officer Ashley Reid, Accounting Manager Mary French, IT/Database Manager Rebecca Renner, Executive Assistant DEVELOPMENT Lisa Dabney, Director of Development Sara O’Neal, Major Gifts Officer Alyson Brock, Institutional Giving Officer Megan DeWitt, Events Coordinator Kathryn Blaisdell, Direct Response Fundraising Manager Manda Wilhite, Campaign Associate MARKETING Tricia Ekholm, Director of Marketing Kelly Pierce, Marketing Coordinator Sigele Winbush, Public Relations Manager Brian Wallenberg, Social Media Coordinator/Videographer Julie Scofield, Graphic Designer Myredith Gonzales, Group Sales Manager Lauren Wilson, Marketing Assistant TICKETING AND PATRON SERVICES Dana Hylton Calabro, Patron Services Associate Mallory Hazen, Patron Services Assistant PRODUCTION John Beaulieu, Technical Director Ben Tilley, Lighting Director Amy Hand, Stage Manager/Events & Rentals Coordinator Bradley Renner, Company Manager Elizabeth Lyons, Props Supervisor/Assistant Carpenter Dustin West, Assistant Stage Manager COSTUMES Tamara Cobus, Costume Director Kevin Anderson, First Hand Amanda Whitfield, Costume Shop Supervisor Shane Wallace, Wardrobe Master/ Shoe Coordinator

CENTRE FOR DANCE EDUCATION John McFall, Director Sharon Story, Dean Betsy Rothermel, Centre Admissions Director Kate Gaul, Buckhead Centre Principal Heather Conley, Cobb Centre Principal Kelly Cooper, Centre Accounting Manager Nicole Kedaroe, Community Programs and Adult Division Manager Diane Sales, Community Partnership Manager CENTRE EDUCATION ASSOCIATE Buckhead Centre: Giselle Gilmore, Karen Harrison Cobb Centre: Taylor Ferguson, Giselle Gilmore, Catherine Jackson, Alexis Whitehead-Polk Michael C. Carlos Dance Centre: Darcy Farrington-Ryan, Julien Kenney, Pablo Sanchez CENTRE FOR DANCE NUTRITION Emily Cook Harrison, MS, RD, LD, Registered Dietitian/ Nutritionist ATLANTA BALLET BOUTIQUE Leslie Campbell Judge, General Manager Jan Stevenson, Midtown Boutique Manager Catherine Jackson, Buckhead Boutique Associate PRINCIPAL FACULTY Armando Luna and Rosemary Miles Faculty and Administration: Irina Aleksandrova, Jabari Ashe, Susan Beebe, Shirley Bennett, Rebekah Bennett-Evans, Harmony Clair, Naomi Clark, Claythan Conerly, Emily Cook Harrison, Esther Darden, Daphne Davis, Lonnie Davis, Samba Diallo, Mary Linn Durbin, Vershion Funderburk, Anna Galt-Bragg, Katherine Gant, Kate Gaul, Caroline Gebhardt, Rebecca Geiger, Vanessa Gibson, Heath Gill, Giselle Gilmore, Martha Goodman, Kendall Grant, Lane Grosser, Ray Hall, Alera Harrison, Lauren Hibbard, Sarah Hillmer, Nathan Hites, Maria Hooper, Jennifer Inman, Michelle Jericevich, Stephanie Johnson, Melissa Joy, Nicole Kedaroe, Chelsea Manning, Orlando Molina, D Norris, Erin Rauch, Ashley Reid, Terese Reynolds-Thomas, Jaime Robtison, Betsy Rothermel, Roscoe Sales, Jey Sadeckas, Sofie Schreiber, Caroline Simpkins, Carol Szkutek, Rachel Van Buskirk, Tracy Vogt, Martine Weber, Alexis Whitehead-Polk, Sarah Noelle Williamson Accompanists Alan Brown, Kyla Cummings, Ronnie Ray, Rick Reynolds, Yulia Rice

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Sharyn Doanes-Bergin Nancy Field Janet Gagliano Amy Gerome-Acuff Patrice B. Greer Joanne Chesler Gross Kenneth R. Hey J. David Hopkins Joyce Houser, Ph.D Kathleen Knous Stuart Kronauge Edward B. Krugman Jonathan K. Regenstein Jr.

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Two sisters’ lives and the spirit of a city are forever changed by the Cotton Exposition of 1895.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Batdorf & Bronson Coffee Roasters, Official Coffee Provider of Atlanta Ballet Cooper Atlanta Transportation Services, The Preferred Chauffeured Service of Atlanta Ballet Emory Physical Therapy, The Official Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Provider of Atlanta Ballet Interprint Communications, The Official Printer of Atlanta Ballet Kennesaw State University, The Official Academic Partner of Atlanta Ballet Plaza Executive Health Club, The Official Healthclub of Atlanta Ballet Ryder Truck Rental Systems, Inc., The Official Set Transporter of Atlanta Ballet ASV, Video Services Brooks, McGinnis, & Company, LLC, Audit Firm Charlie McCullers Photography Four Seasons Hotel Dr. Frank A. Sinkoe, Podiatric Orthopedics Jean Padberg & Associates, P.C., Immigration Counsel J.D. French & Assoc.

Dr. Karen Joanson-Scott, Buckhead Family Chiropractic Kim Kenney Photography Dr. Letha Griffin, Peachtree Orthopedic Clinic, Orthopedic Specialist Littler Mendelson, Attorney PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Tax Accountants Solomon Says, Inc. Wildwood Athletic Club Atlanta Ballet is supported in part by the Georgia Council for the Arts (GCA) through the appropriations of the Georgia General Assembly. GCA also received support from its partner agency, the National Endowment for the Arts. Major funding is provided by the Fulton County Commission under the guidance of the Fulton County Arts Council, and by the City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs. Additional funding has been provided by our individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.

Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs

For more information, please visit our website at www.atlantaballet.com.

All dates and program subject to change.

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GATHER THE FAMILY AND CELEBRATE

the holidays at Georgia Aquarium! “Festival of the SEAson,” the Aquarium’s holiday celebration, transforms the Aquarium’s galleries and exhibits into a winter wonderland - incorporating a fantastic new light show “FantaSEA in Lights,” Santa and SCUBA Claus, the Weeki Wachee Mermaids and more! Also enjoy the AT&T Dolphin Tales show and the special exhibition “Sea Monsters Revealed: Aquatic Bodies.” For more information, visit GeorgiaAquarium.org | 404.581.4000 |

FOR YOUR INFORMATION THE THEATRE A fully restored 1929 “Movie Palace,” the Fox Theatre, with 4,678 seats, is a multiple-purpose facility, housing Broadway shows, ballet, symphonies, concerts, movies, and private corporate events.

PRIVATE ROOMS The Fox Theatre has three private rental spaces, with accommodations for 25 to 1,200 guests. Our Egyptian Ballroom and Grand Salon are beautifully decorated and can be set up to your specifications. The Landmarks Lounge is adjacent to the lobby and is perfect for a small pre-show and intermission event. To book your ”Fabulous Fox“ evening, please call 404.881.2100 or visit us at www.foxtheatre.org.

TICKET OFFICE The Fox Theatre Ticket Office is located in the arcade entrance to the theatre. The Ticket Office is open for walk up ticket sales Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and Saturday,10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The Fox Theatre Ticket Office is not open on Sundays unless there is a performance. On event days, the Ticket Office opens two hours prior to show time. Doors to the Fox open one hour prior to show time.

Tickets for all performances at the Fox may be purchased online at www.FoxTheatre.org, all Ticket Alternative outlets and all Atlanta-area Whole Foods Markets, by calling 855-285-8499, or by visiting the Fox Theatre Ticket Office in person during regular Box Office hours.

GROUP SALES The Fox Theatre Group Sales Department offers discounts to Groups for most Broadway shows. The Group Sales office is open Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm. Call 404 881-2000 or email foxgroup@foxtheatre.org.

CONCESSIONS Concession stands are located in the Spanish Room, main lobby, and on the mezzanine lobby level.

RESTROOMS Restrooms are located off the Main Lobby (downstairs), Mezzanine Lobby levels, and the Gallery level. Accessible restroom facilities are located in the Spanish Room and Accessible/Family restrooms are located through the Office door in the main lobby.

GIFT SHOP The Fox Theatre operates a gift shop selling history books, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and an assortment of other theatre-related merchandise. The gift shop is located in the Spanish Room.

TOURS Fox Theatre Tours are conducted Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM. Saturday tours are offered at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Fox Theatre Tours are guided by Fox employees well-versed in the Fox’s history, current events, awards, and upcoming shows.

Tickets for Fox Theatre Tours are available at the Fox Theatre Ticket Office or online at www.FoxAtlTix.com.

Special Tours can range from backstage to architectural to a school or college group. Please contact the Fox Theatre by calling (404) 881-2100 to schedule your group tour.

LOST AND FOUND Lost and found items are turned in to the Event Staff’s office.

To check on lost items, please call 404-881-2117. Lost and found items will be retained for 30 days.

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EMERGENCY INFORMATION In the event of an emergency, please walk to the nearest exit.

Do Not Run. SMOKING In accordance with the Fulton County Clean Air Ordinance, the Fox Theatre is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.

ABOUT ACCESSIBILITY The Fox Theatre strives to make events accessible to all guests.

If you require assistance during your visit to the Fox Theatre please seek out or ask for one of our Accessible Ambassadors.

These staff members are attired in the traditional Fox Theatre uniform however also have gold braid and white gloves to make them easier to see. The Fox Theatre offers the use of wheelchairs, listening devices and booster seats at no additional charge. Our Ambassadors will assist you to special restroom accommodations.

Note: Steep Steps lead to all seats on the upper levels. For assistance needed or additional information on programs, please contact the Event Staff’s office at: 404-881-2117.

TICKETS To purchase accessible seating at the Fox Theatre please call: 404-881-2016 Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM or on Saturday, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. A Fox Theatre Ticket Office Associate will be happy to help you. Ticket buyers may also visit the ticketing site at www.FoxTheatre.org.

PROGRAMS PROVIDED Opened Captioning Performance Sponsored in partnership through TDF (Theatre Development Fund).

ELEVATORS Elevators are located at the north end of each lobby. The elevators are available during all performances and make it possible to access each lobby without the use of stairs. Patrons should be aware that access to upper seating areas do involve stairs.

PARKING Parking is available within a four-block radius in all directions of the Fox Theatre. Advanced reserved parking is available for sale at the Fox Ticket Office or by calling 855-285-8499. The Fox Theatre assumes no responsibility for vehicles parked in any of the privately owned parking lots operating in the Fox Theatre district.

PERFORMANCE NOTES All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket in order to be admitted to the theatre. Not all events are suitable for children.

Infants will not be admitted to adult programs/performances. Parents will be asked to remove children who create a disturbance.

Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the management, in conjunction with the wishes of the producers.

Please turn off all pagers and cell phones prior to the beginning of each performance.

Camera and recording devices are strictly prohibited.

Backstage employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E.)

ETIQUETTE 1. Please arrive early. Latecomers may not be seated until intermission.

2. Take care of personal needs (drinks of water or restroom) before the performance begins.

3. Please silence or turn off all electronic devices, including cell phones, beepers, and watch alarms. We encourage you to share your experience at the Fox via social media, but please refrain from doing so or texting during performances; the glow from your device is distracting.

4. Most shows do not allow photography of any kind.

Flash photography inside the theatre is never allowed as it is a distraction to those around you and a danger to the performers.

5. The overture is part of the performance. Please cease talking at this point.

6. Dear Lovebirds, when you lean your heads together, you block the view of the people behind you. Please consider the people that will be seated behind you when choosing whether or not to wear a hat or what hair style you choose.

7. Please refrain from talking, humming, or singing along with the show, except when encouraged to do so by the artist or show.

8. Please wait for an appropriate moment to dig something out of your pocket or bag.

9. Go easy with the perfume and cologne, many people are highly allergic.

10. If you need assistance during the show, please go to your nearest volunteer usher. If additional assistance is needed the usher will get the appropriate person to further help you.

11. Yes, the parking lot gets busy and public transportation is tricky, but leaving while the show is in progress or before the actors have taken their final bows is discourteous. Wait until it is over and then exit with the rest of the audience.

THE FOX THEATRE 660 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30308 404.881.2100 • www.foxtheatre.org

STAFF

Allan C. Vella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President & C.E.O. Adina Alford Erwin . . . Vice President & General Manager Jamie Vosmeier . . . . . . . . Director of Ticket Sales & Service Rachel Bomeli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ticket Office Manager Jeff Quesenberry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President & C.F.O. Rick Robbins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controller Jennifer S. Farmer . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Sales/Ballrooms Jay Forrester . . . Director of Concessions & Merchandising Len Tucker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Project Manager Ken Shook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patron Services Coordinator Shelly Kleppsattel . . . . . . . . . Booking & Contract Associate Molly Fortune . . . . Director of Restoration and Operations Amy Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Manager Rebecca J. Graham . . . . . . . Assistant Production Manager Gary Hardaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master Carpenter Larry Watson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . House Flyman Scott Hardin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Property Master Ray T. Haynie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master Electrician Cary Oldknow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Electrician Rodney Amos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Sound Engineer Larry-Douglas Embury . . . . . . . . . . . . Organist in Residence

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Edward L. White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chairman Keith O Cowan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chairman Clara Axam, Robyn Barkin, John Busby, Jr., Beauchamp Carr, Renee Dye, Sheffield Hale, John Holder, Edward Hutchison, Walt Huntley, Craig Jones, Jay Myers, Glen Romm, Alan Thomas, Carolyn Wills

EMERITUS MEMBERS Anne Cox Chambers, Pat Connell, Rodney Cook, Ada Lee Correll, Richard Courts, Jere Drummond, Richard Flinn, Julia Grumbles, Florence Inman, Steve Koonin, Charles Lawson, Robert Minnear, Starr Moore, Joseph Myers, Edward Negri, Edgar Neiss, Joe Patten, Carl Patton, Herman Russell, Sylvia Russell, Nancy Simms, Preston Stevens, Clyde Tuggle

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FOX FUN FACTS Opening day; Christmas 1929; Larry, carols and Mo The holiday season is special at the Fox Theatre. The Atlanta landmark opened on Christmas Day in 1929 to a sold-out crowd. The first audiences saw a live performance by dancing girls, Disney’s original Steamboat Willie short film, the Mighty Mo organ and the movie Salute, about the football rivalry between West Point and the Naval Academy.

An early review from the local newspaper described the Fox as having “a picturesque and almost disturbing grandeur beyond imagination.”

To celebrate the holiday season, the Fox is holding its eighth annual free Larry, Carols & Mo holiday event, It begins at 7 p.m. Dec. 9. Other need-to-know facts: ★ The doors will open at 6 p.m. ★ Snow will fall … from the marquee. ★ The name of the show, a play on the Three Stooges’ Larry, Curly and Mo, comes from organist-in-residence Larry Douglas Embury. ★ Larry and the Mighty Mo, the largest working Mollër theater organ in the world, will lead a Christmas carol sing-along.

Gwinnett Young Singers and Variety Stars of Tomorrow will also perform.

★ Santa will attend and be available for photos. ★ The Fox Theatre will accept donations for Toys for Tots that evening. Details: www. toysfortots.org.

Reserve your tickets at the Fox ticket office, online at foxtheatre.org, at area Whole Foods stores and all Ticket Alternative outlets. (Please note: Tickets are limited to six per person and everyone must have a ticket, including infants.)

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★ “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid!” A screening of A Christmas Story (1983), which celebrates

its 30th anniversary this year, follows. (A Christmas Story inspired the “The Wonder Years” TV show in the late 1980s and early ’90s.)

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ARTICLE 14 — Whether dining at lunch, brunch or dinner, Article 14 is about the experience. The menus include options inspired by chef Chris Blobaum’s coast-to-coast American cuisine. In 2013, Jezebel magazine named Article 14 one of Atlanta’s 100 Best Restaurants. Reservations are gladly accepted at 404.443.8432. 1180 Peachtree St. N.E., Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30309. M THE LAWRENCE — A Midtown restaurant concept where quality, innovation, style and comfort are the focus, as are delivering an unexpected and unique experience. The Lawrence strives to rethink food in a fresh way in a comfortable intown neighborhood setting. 905 Juniper St. N.E. 404.961.7177. thelawrenceatlanta.com, M LOBBY — The menu at this sophisticated American restaurant focuses on seasonal fare. In the lobby of TWELVE Atlantic Station. 361 17th St N.E., 404.961.7370, lobbyattwelve.com, M 44 ENCOREATLANTA.COM

THE MELTING POT — The premiere fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads and indulgent desserts. Four Atlanta locations. 754 Peachtree St. N.E., 404.389.0099, meltingpot.com. M MURPHY’S — This restaurant has one of the city’s top brunch menus, but it’s known for great people-watching and contemporary comfort food. 997 Virginia Ave., 404.872.0904, murphysvh.com, VH ONE. MIDTOWN KITCHEN — Dine on fresh, seasonal American cuisine in a club-like atmosphere near Piedmont Park. 559 Dutch Valley Road, 404.892.4111, onemidtownkitchen.com. M NEIGHBORHOODS CODES: A-Alpharetta, B-Buckhead, DK-Dekalb, D-Downtown, DW-Dunwoody, IP-Inman Park, M-Midtown, OFW-Old Forth Ward, P-Perimeter Mall area, SS-Sandy Springs, VH-Virginia Highland, NA-North Atlanta, V-Vinings, W-Westside

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DINING GUIDE TWO URBAN LICKS — “Fiery” American cooking meets live music at this hip hangout. 820 Ralph McGill Blvd., 404.522.4622, twourbanlicks.com. M

AMERICAN/STEAKHOUSE ELEVEN RESTAURANT & BAR — A luxurious destination at Loews Atlanta Hotel. Delectable cuisine, vibrant cocktails and live music. Visit Eleven for delightful pre- or post-performance cocktails or a quick bite that always gets a standing ovation. 1065 Peachtree St. N.E., 404.745.5745, loewshotels.com/restaurants/eleven/cuisine. M PRIME — Enjoy steak, sushi and seafood in a festive atmosphere near Lenox Square mall. 3393 Peachtree Road N.E., 404.812.0555, h2sr.com. B RUTH'S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE — A favorite local steakhouse with multiple locations near shopping and entertainment hot spots. Sides are generous, and the quality of the steaks and seafood is excellent. Three locations: Buckhead, 3285 Peachtree Road N.E., 404.365.0660; Sandy Springs, 5788 Roswell Road, 404.255.0035; Centennial Olympic Park, 267 Marietta St., 404.223.6500; ruthschris. com. B, SS, D SOUTH CITY KITCHEN — With a stylish, Southern-contemporary menu, this DiRoNA restaurant helped make grits hip for the business crowd. Two locations: Midtown: 1144 Crescent Ave., 404.873.7358; Vinings: 1675 Cumberland Parkway, 770.435.0700, southcitykitchen.com. M, V

BREWPUB/ GOURMET PUB FARE GORDON BIERSCH — Fresh-brewed beers are a tasty accent to this brewery-restaurant’s hearty pizzas, salads and sandwiches. For a small additional fee, pre-show diners can leave cars in the lot while they’re at the Fox Theatre.

Two locations: Midtown: 848 Peachtree St. N.E., 404.870.0805; Buckhead: 3242 Peachtree Road N.E., 404.264.0253, gordonbiersch.com. M, B TAP — A gastropub offering easy-to-share pub fare and an extensive beer selection. The patio is a great place to chill after work. 1180 Peachtree St N.E., 404.347.2220, tapat1180.com. M 46 ENCOREATLANTA.COM

CREOLE/CAJUN PARISH — New Orleans-inspired dishes served with a modern twist and a fully stocked raw bar.

A Nawlins-inspired brunch is served on weekends.

Downstairs, a takeaway market sells sandwiches, spices, pastries and beverages. 240 North Highland Ave., 404.681.4434, parishatl.com. OFW

EUROPEAN FUSION ECCO — Esquire Magazine named this casual, European-influenced bistro a Best New Restaurant in America. It’s received raves for its killer wine list, wood-fired pizzas, and impressive meat and cheese menus. 40 7th St. N.E., 404.347.9555, ecco-atlanta.com. M

ITALIAN DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE — Located at Phipps Plaza in the heart of Buckhead.

3500 Peachtree Road N.E., 404.844.4810, davios. com/atl. B

MEXICAN AGAVE — Offering creative Southwestern fusion, a tequila bar and specialty margaritas.

Specializing in company meetings, events and family celebrations. Rated excellent by Zagat 2003-2011. Just a short drive from the Fox Theatre. 242 Boulevard SE, 404.588.0006. agaverestaurant.com, OFW ALMA — A refreshing approach to contemporary Mexican cuisine. Bright, fresh ingredients and traditional regional influences come together with other Latin American flavors in vibrant dishes that feel familiar and new all at once. 191 Peachtree St. N.E., 404.968.9662, alma-atlanta.com. D CANTINA TEQUILA & TAPAS BAR — Located in the Terminus building on the corner of Peachtree and Piedmont roads. It features authentic Mexican cuisine and has become one of Buckhead’s favorite watering holes. 3280 Peachtree Road N.W., Terminus 100, Suite 150, 404.892.9292, h2sr.com. B

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ugusta-born Amy Grant has won six Grammy Awards, 25 of gospel’s Dove Awards and sold more than 30 million albums, making her the best-selling artist in contemporary Christian music. That unparalleled legacy didn’t protect the Queen of Christian pop from criticism, however, when she embraced pop music with 1991’s Heart in Motion, divorced Christian musician Gary Chapman in 1999 and married country singer Vince Gill a year later.

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always done — become cozy bedfellows.

Originally known as “old-time music,” country began with the immigrants of Southern Appalachia, who brought their folk music traditions with them. The Irish fiddle, German dulcimer, Italian mandolin, Spanish guitar and West African banjo eventually joined the mix, played by both blacks and whites (sometimes together) in poor rural communities. By the early 1920s, many Appalachians had come to Atlanta to work in the cotton mills. Their music came with them.

It was about this time that gospel music

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The earliest country singers had plenty of gospel in them.

Country pioneer Jimmie Rodgers, for example, blended gospel with jazz, pop and the blues.

emerged as an alternative to stately hymns found in church. Gospel offered strong melodies, simple harmonies, catchy choruses, rhythmic syncopation and call-and-response vocals designed to encourage participation.

The earliest country singers had plenty of gospel blood in them. Mississippi-born Jimmie Rodgers, widely regarded as the Father of Country Music, blended gospel and hillbilly music with jazz, blues and pop. His “Blue Yodel” was one of the first singles to sell a million copies. The Carter Family’s signature sound gets credit for inspiring myriad bluegrass and gospel musicians, with hits such as “Can the Circle Be Unbroken” becoming standards.

By the mid-20th century, country and Christian music were intermingling at the core of popular culture. Country legend Red Foley closed his TV series “Ozark Jubilee” (19551960) with a gospel tune, as did the namesake 52 ENCOREATLANTA.COM

of “The Tennessee Ernie Ford Show” (1957-1961). Even outlaw country rebel Johnny Cash crossed over, releasing 11 gospel albums in five years.

So, while the Grant-Gill marriage may have surprised her devout fans, musically it was a union of genres that had come from the same soil. It’s a union that’s proven fruitful for both musicians during the past 13 years.

They had a daughter in 2001. In 2002, the album Legacy… Hymns & Faith returned Grant to her gospel roots with a healthy country influence. She joined the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 2003 and the Christian Music Hall of Fame in 2007. Gill returned to the deep bluegrass roots of his pre-Pure Prairie League days and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007.

Each artist has released a number of Christmas albums over the years: Home for Christmas and A Christmas to Remember (Grant) reached No. 2 and No. 36, respectively, on Billboard’s pop charts. Let There Be Peace on Earth and Breath of Heaven: A Christmas Collection (Gill) reached No. 14 and No. 39.

The couple’s Christmas concerts feature songs from all of their holiday albums, blending standards and more modern seasonal fare with some of their biggest hits. They’re truly a classic and contemporary, country and Christian celebration.

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A metal band, curved to hold water and flowers, is suspended securely between parallel walls of glass in these MOMA vases at the High Museum.

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ifts for the holidays hide in unexpected places. Many can be found down the street at a museum gift shop, at the ballet or with a few clicks of a mouse. Here’s a quick rundown.

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Treasures here range from Gogo Ferguson’s nature-inspired jewelry ($75-$200) to art books ($7-$50). Ferguson, who lives on Cumberland Island, works in silver and alpaca (a combination of copper, nickel and zinc). Check out her sinuous seaweed bracelet, armadillo scapula earrings and cockleshell serving spoon.

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Garden exhibit. Colorful children’s books, stuffed animals and puppets ($7-$44) sold in conjunction with Witness: The Art of Jerry Pinkney, an exhibit of his art and illustrations.

Just for fun: An Andy Warhol Little Thinker doll ($16).

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Put an ornament on your tree or a book on your coffee table showing the fabulous Fox in all its majesty. The limited-edition hardback The Fox Theatre — Memory Maker ($40) chronicles much of the theater’s history. Christmas tree ornaments ($33 and $35) are bright little replicas of the theater’s façade.

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hit Book of Mormon, which begins a two-week run Jan. 28 Also available: Gift cards in any amount, good for tickets, merchandise and concessions.

A $10 fee is charged unless you buy in person at the ticket office.

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This shop stocks gifts for budding dancers. Try a make-your-own tutu kit for the youngest, with its satin ribbons, tulle strips and elastic waistbands. Also popular: Bloch booties, which keep dancers’ feet warm.

Also available: Dance and general interest books, CDs, DVDs, stationary, jewelry, statues, collectibles, imaginative children’s items, holiday and Nutcracker gifts including the Atlanta Ballet Signature Nutcracker.

You’ll have to shop in person: Atlanta Ballet’s Michael C. Carlos Dance Center, 695 Marietta Blvd. N.W., Atlanta, Ga., 30318.

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ATLANTA SYMPHONY STORE

This Woodruff Arts Center shop should be music to your ears.

It stocks a wide selection of the orchestra’s CDs plus all sorts of music-themed goodies.

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Give a kid a dinosaur toy, science kit or stuffed animal. There’s also jewelry and IMAX DVDs. For her: Colorful clutch purses.

Just for fun: A digital clock that runs on water.

Shop in person: 767 Clifton Road N.E., Atlanta, Ga., 30307.

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This vase, available at the High Museum shop is glass printed with images of the Eiffel Tower, stamps and a vintage Paris map.

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The Atlanta Opera offers gift certificates in any amount for its 2014 season, which continues with Faust (in March) and The Barber of Seville (in April). To buy: 404.881.8885.

Use a Woodruff Arts Center gift card at the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony, High Museum and for Young Audiences programs (plus all Woodruff gift shops and restaurants).

Buy in person: At the Woodruff box office, the 14th Street Playhouse, and the ASO and High Museum gift shops.

By phone: 404.733.5000.

Online: http://www.woodruffcenter.org/ Events-Tickets/Gift-Cards.aspx.

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