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Spring Awakening
A German province, 1891. A world in which adults have all the power and dole out discipline with an iron fist and no sentiment. This is where the beautiful young Wendla observes the mysteries of her maturing body and wonders aloud where babies come from — until her mother tells her to shut up and [...]
Let the music play
This month, Max Raabe and his Palast Orchester bring the glamorous musical world of 1920s and 1930s Germany to life at the Fox Theatre. Raabe uses his versatile baritone voice to recreate the sound of early 20th century German dance and film music, even as he reinterprets modern pop songs such as “We Will Rock [...]
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Baking bliss
“Knead” some one-on-one time with the oven? Check out the latest classes at The Cook’s Warehouse Midtown location. Bread Baking Encore Hands On (March 20, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.) teaches bread-baking essentials and discusses the necessary tools, techniques and recipes needed to master the skill. If you’re looking for something more unique, check out Gluten-Free Baking Hands On (March 21, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.), which provides gluten-free recipes using wheat substitutes such as tapioca, rice and almond flours. For a bit more fun, stop by the Warehouse on March 11 (6:30 – 9:00 p.m.) for the third annual Great American Baking Contest, benefiting Share Our Strength, an organization working to end childhood hunger in America. The contest will feature competitions between professional pastry chefs, amateurs and children, along with judging and a dessert reception; tickets required. — Allison Goldstein
Get baking: Cookswarehouse.com; Midtown location: 1544 Piedmont Rd., Ste. 403-R, Atlanta; 404-815-4993.
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Eco-friendly fun
Now that green is the new black, eco-consciousness can be seen and felt everywhere, from Smart Cars and low-flow toilets to farm-to-table fare, but is it applicable to a night on the town? With that question in mind, and tickets to a show at the Fox in hand, I decided to explore some eco-friendly [...]
Around the world in two months
During this month and next, audiences can take a trip around the globe without leaving the Fox Theatre as the Delta International Series presents three world-class acts from Russia, South Africa and Germany.
The first to grace the boards is the Moscow Festival Ballet, performing the classical ballet Coppélia on Feb. 22. Based on two stories [...]
Be dazzled
With Valentines Day just around the corner, nothing says “Be Mine” quite like shiny baubles. Whether you’re looking for a redemption gift (to get out of the doghouse from your Christmas gift) or a sparkly way to show you care, Atlanta’s premiere jewelers have something for every reason and occasion.
Brown & Co. Jewelers
Founded in 1974, [...]
Be my valentine
Romance is largely about ambiance, something these delectable intown restaurants have in spades. Plus, all are convenient to the Fox and the Woodruff Arts Center, so if you want to enjoy a show after sharing a romantic brunch, lunch or dinner, you can’t go wrong making a reservation at one of these hot spots. I [...]
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Runnicles’ to conduct Atlanta Symphony Orchestra through 2012 season
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) extended the contract of Principle Guest Conductor Donald Runnicles for an additional year, through the 2012 season.
“The excitement and fulfillment of working with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra deepens for me each year,” Runnicles stated. “I have such confidence in both this orchestra and Robert [Spano's] leadership, and look forward to [...]
Designers strut their stuff at Actor’s Express
Can’t get enough of those eager fashion designer hopefuls on “Project Runway”? Check out Atlanta’s Project Expressway, an ode to the hit TV show. On March 6, the designers — all Bauder College fashion graduates — will compete before a panel of celebrity judges (including actor and restaurateur Mitchell Anderson and television and radio host [...]
The Rembrandt of the Rodeo
From Jan. 16 through May 22, a very special exhibition will be on display at the Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville, Ga. Featuring 50 oil paintings and sculptures of the West and its inhabitants, “Kenneth M. Freeman Legacy Exhibition-Artist at Work” gives patrons a very special glimpse of a lifetime of work by Kenneth [...]
A Cappella Competition – call for submissions
Have you and your group ever thought about performing on the Tony Award winning Alliance Theatre stage? What about the opportunity to record a professional demo? Here’s your chance!
In honor of their latest show, the a cappella Doo Wop musical Avenue X, the Alliance Theatre is proud to present our “Sing Your Soul” A [...]
