Preserving the past for future audiences
By Kristi Casey Sanders Movie mogul William Fox wanted only the best for his flagship Fox Theatre in Atlanta, so he sent his wife to hand-select its décor from the …
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Thanks for the memories
The Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s great treasures. In addition to its magnificent architecture and décor, the Fox houses collective memories of weddings, first dates, high school proms, rock concerts and theatrical extravaganzas that are a part of the city’s social fabric. Here are some native Atlantans’ favorite memories, in their own words. This is Part III: The Romantics …
Read MoreDance of astonishing beauty and power
“Atlanta is a rich historical and cultural landscape, so it’s always a joy to return each year,” says Judith Jamison, artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (The Ailey). “The warmth and energy of this city inspires our dancers in a way that is indescribable.”
The February engagement at The Fox Theatre kicks off the company’s 2007 North American tour, which ends May 6…
Read MoreAnd then there was one: Synchronicity’s leadership goes solo
Two of Synchronicity Performance Group’s co-producing artistic directors, Michele Pearce and Hope Mirlis, are stepping down, leaving Rachel May as sole producing artistic director…
Read MoreA short ride on a fast train
Richard Thomas, best known for playing John Boy on “The Waltons,” made his Broadway debut at age 17. Since then, he hasn’t gone more than four years without treading the boards somewhere. This month, he comes to The Fabulous Fox Theatre in Twelve Angry Men …
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