Photo: Viktorina Kapitonova in "Swan Lake Bath Ballet" (photo by Ryan Capstick, courtesy Corey Baker Dance).
Ever seen 27 ballet dancers perform Swan Lake from their bathtubs during a pandemic?
Yea, neither had we... until now!
Ballet dancers from companies around the world recently came together to perform the main theme from Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake, but with a twist: each dancer is performing from home in their respective bathtub or pool.
The finished product is intriguing, albeit a little odd at times, but ultimately, it's a tribute to creativity during this challenging time.
Among those taking part are company members from American Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, Houston Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Paris Opera Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, and more.
Watch below as they splash through pirouettes, pliès, and more!
Photo: Viktorina Kapitonova in “Swan Lake Bath Ballet” (photo by Ryan Capstick, courtesy Corey Baker Dance). Ever seen 27 ballet dancers perform Swan Lake from their bathtubs during a pandemic? …
The High Museum of Art will welcome the general public back to its exhibits starting July 18, and we have all of the details on its reopening!
Keep reading for some important notes on recent changes and actions the museum has taken to support social distancing, minimize large gatherings, and keep the health and safety of the Atlanta community top of mind.
Note: The museum reopened to all members and frontline workers on July 7 to show its appreciation to its supporters and all those who have continued to keep our community going throughout the pandemic. All health care workers, teachers, grocery store clerks, delivery truck drivers, and logistics workers have free, exclusive admission, along with members, to the museum (with a valid ID) through Friday, July 17.
Ticketing
Timed tickets will be required for every person who visits the Museum to help the museum monitor capacity.
Members are always free; however, a reserved timed ticket will be necessary for your visit to help monitor the number of visitors entering the museum. For information about becoming a member, click here.
All tickets should be reserved online to secure the desired date and time of your planned visit.
Operating hours
The High Museum of Art has adopted summer museum hours through August 31, 2020.
Closed Mondays.
Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. There will be no evening hours on Fridays.
Sunday, noon–5 p.m.
Shop Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, noon–5 p.m.
PPE and COVID-19
Public-facing museum staff will be required to wear masks.
Museum visitors over the age of two are required to wear face coverings during their visit.
Please stay at home if you are feeling ill or have been exposed to COVID-19 in the fourteen (14) days prior to your visit.
Social distancing will be encouraged and indicated by floor decals and signage throughout the museum.
For your safety
All in-person Museum events and programming (e.g., Toddler Thursdays, HIGH Frequency Fridays, Friday Jazz, and Second Sundays) have been canceled through August 31 due to gathering guidelines.
Physical maps will no longer be available at the Guest Relations desk. Please use digital maps or heartmatch as a guide.
Coat check will be closed. Please plan ahead as visitors will not be permitted to bring large umbrellas, large bags, or luggage inside the museum.
The museum will not be offering strollers and wheelchairs for use due to COVID-19.
The Museum Shop will implement a one-way traffic model for entry and exit.
There can be no more than twelve (12) people in the shop at a time.
Click here to read more about the High Museum of Art and its Welcome Back FAQs!
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The theatre has enlisted two of its most popular performers to create yet another engaging digital offering for the community amidst a tumultuous time in the theatre industry!
That new offering is none other than a weekly, virtual cabaret entitled We're Still Here: A Virtual Cabaret.
Per the Alliance Theatre, We're Still Here follows "the style of the beloved one-woman holiday show Courtenay's Cabaret: Home for the Holidays."
Broadway stars Courtenay Collins (The Prom) and Terry Burrell (Ethel) will host free virtual get-togethers each week with songs, stories, and maybe a cocktail or two every Thursday at 7 p.m. from July 9 - August 13, 2020.
We’re Still Here: A Virtual Cabaret will be streamed live on the Alliance’s Facebook page and YouTube channel each Thursday. Register today to receive "tune-in" reminders.
Click here to learn more about this exciting new offering.
About Courtenay Collins
The Prom (Broadway) Courtenay's Cabaret, The Prom, Cinderella and Fella, The Geller Girls, Jacques Brel..., Into the Woods, Smart Cookie, Managing Maxine (Alliance) Calendar Girls, Hello Dolly!, Comedy of Tenors (GET) Catch Me if You Can, Evita, (Atlanta Lyric) Eating Raoul (Off Broadway) Ken Hill’s The Phantom of the Opera (National Tour) Beauty and the Beast (Toronto).
Recordings: Nightingale, One For My Baby, A Merry Little Christmas.
Education: Converse College, Juilliard Drama Division.
In her spare time, she teaches private lessons and makes jewelry and other ephemera.
Alliance credits include A Christmas Carol, Jar The Floor, Women Of Brewster Place, Ethel, Hospice/Pointing At The Moon, Cinderella And Fella. Other credits: Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, Brownie Points (Theatrical Outfit); Oklahoma! (Goodspeed Opera); Black Nativity, Crowns (Southwest Arts); Da Kink In My Hair (Horizon Theatre); Newsies (Sacramento Music Circus). Broadway: Thoroughly Modern Millie, Three Penny Opera, Swinging on a Star, Into The Woods, Honky Tonk Nights, Dreamgirls, Eubie.
Dedicated to the memories of Jim and Sybil Burrell and Janet.
P.S. Stay tuned for the Alliance Theatre's upcoming season announcement in the coming weeks!
Photo courtesy Alliance Theatre. Atlanta’s own Alliance Theatre is at it again! The theatre has enlisted two of its most popular performers to create yet another engaging digital offering for …
"Hamilton" film announcement. (Hamilton via Twitter)
Let's have another round tonight... Well, more like tomorrow morning, depending on your bedtimeand the level of fandom you have for Hamilton.
That's right, a filmed version of Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash-hit Broadway musical Hamiltonhits Disney+ on Friday morning, just in time for the holiday weekend.
Here's 12 things you need to know about the award-winning show that you'll soon be able to watch from the comfort of your couch.
When will Hamilton be releason on Disney+?
The movie will premiere on Friday, July 3, at 3:00 a.m. ET (12:00 a.m. PT) on Disney+.
It was initially scheduled to hit movie theaters in Oct. 2021, but with theaters shut down due to COVID-19, the film was fast-tracked to the new streaming platform much to the delight of theatre lovers around the world.
How long will Hamilton be on Disney+?
The short answer: indefinitely, but don't wait to watch.
The long answer: It is expected to be on Disney+ for a long time, with Miranda tweeting, "You will just have it. For as many times as you like, right next to A Goofy Movie and Talespin and An Extremely Goofy Movie..."
Although it's not an exact answer, you can expect to be able to play Hamilton on repeat long after the holiday weekend.
Is there a way to watch it for free?
No, you'll need a Disney+ subscription to be able to watch the show. Disney recently ended its free 7-day trial offer for new subscribers to keep fans from "dining and dashing" on the service.
There are three basic ways to subscribe for Disney+:
Monthly subscription for $6.99/month
Annual subscription for $69.99/year (About $5.83 a month)
Bundle Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu for $12.99/month
You can cancel your subscription at any time, so you can subscribe for just one month to watch Hamilton and then cancel. But definitely explore what Disney+ has to offer. What the streaming service lacks in quantity, as compared to Netflix, it makes up for with quality content.
Is Hamilton appropriate for kids?
In most cases, yes. It is history after all!
The filmed version was given a PG-13 rating because of gun violence and adult themes. But funn enough, the show almost received an R-rating! Miranda recently explained that, language-wise, they had to censor out two of the show's three "f-words" in order to avoid the undesirable category.
Whether or not you feel Hamilton is appropriate for your kids is up to you. If you're not familiar with the show, we recommend parents watching the show themselves before gathering the family for a viewing.
How long is Hamilton?
161 minutes with a one-minute intermission, but don't worry, you can always hit pause if you need longer!
What is Hamilton about?
For those who don't know the soundtrack by heart or follow Miranda obsessively, the hip-hop musical charts the remarkable life story of Alexander Hamilton, one of America's Founding Fathers.
The show is based off a best-selling biography of Hamilton by Ron Chernow, which Miranda happened to read on a whim during a vacation in 2007.
Miranda initially planned for the project to just be a hip-hop "concept album" before it transformed into a full-fledged musical, debuting off-Broadway in January 2015. It is now the most successful Broadway musical of the modern era.
Who's in this? When did they film it? Is it a stage show or a movie?
The movie features the original Broadway cast of Hamilton, including Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Jonathan Groff, Christopher Jackson, Leslie Odom Jr., Okieriete Onaodowan, Anthony Ramos, Phillipa Soo, and more.
This is a stage show that was filmed in the summer of 2016 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway. (Mostly for documentary purposes and then hidden away for potential future use.)Thomas Kail, who won a Tony for directing Hamilton the musical, also directed the filmed version. The final product uses footage from two Hamilton performances, as well as close-ups of the actors that were shot over the course of two days off.
"It was basically a three-day film shoot with the best rehearsed cast in the history of the movies. Because we'd all been doing the show for a year at this point," Miranda said recently.
There are also plans for a movie, but that is likely years away and will be a very different product.
Will I get the same experience as someone watching the production in-person on Broadway?
Probably not, but that will depend on what kind of set up you have at home.
To make the experience as authentic as possible, this version will include the pre-show announcement, bows, and post-show applause.
The good news? No interrupting cellphones, sprinting to the bathroom, or outrageous concession prices.
Will I own Hamilton once I purchase a Disney+ subscription?
No. Assuming you maintain your subscription, you'll be able to watch as many times as you like for as long as it is available on the platform. Precisely how long that is remains to be seen, but it might disappear once the live show is back on Broadway.
If I was hoping to see Hamilton in-person, will this undermine the experience?
That's a loaded question, but it will likely depend on your familiarity with the show up until this point.
Whether you know the soundtrack by heart or know practically nothing about the show, you never get the authentic experience of watching a performance for the first time back. If you have your heart set on seeing it in-person and don't want it "ruined," you can be one of the patient few who waits... But who knows, maybe watching will increase demand for the live show. Either way, when Broadway turns its lights back on, tickets to Hamilton will almost certainly be more affordable... But still a whole lot more than $6.99.
Hamilton trailer and previews
Disney has released a number of clips from the movie to build anticipation ahead of Hamilton's Disney+ premiere. Here's a look at some of those.
“Hamilton” film announcement. (Hamilton via Twitter) Let’s have another round tonight… Well, more like tomorrow morning, depending on your bedtime and the level of fandom you have for Hamilton. That’s …
Theatrical Outfit Artistic Director Tom Key is retiring after 25 years.
Key officially retires from the position on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. The City of Atlanta and Fulton County are honoring the veteran actor, director, and arts leader with proclamations and Theatrical Outfit is naming its new Apprenticeship Program in his honor.
“The board began planning retirement festivities for Tom at the same time that we were launching plans to build our first-ever Apprentice program,” Board Chair Ed Laity said in an announcement. “We quickly decided that naming this emerging artist program for Tom was so appropriate, given his years of mentoring young, professional talent in the city.”
The Tom Key Artistic Leadership Program will welcome its first class of interns in July 2020, and each will receive a 12- month practical apprenticeship at T.O, along with a salary.
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms presented Key with the Phoenix Award, saying, “The City of Atlanta is proud to celebrate Tom Key’s legacy, which has strengthened Atlanta’s rich artistic heritage and forever transformed our city.” The City of Atlanta also named June 30, 2020, Tom Key Day thanks to Council Member Amir Farokhi.
Fulton County and Commissioner Natalie Hall also honored Key by declaring June 28, 2020, as Tom Key Appreciation Day.
Fulton County’s proclamation reads: “Tom is one of Atlanta’s most prominent and celebrated actors and has appeared in over 100 productions at theatres from off Broadway to Los Angeles. Under his leadership as Artistic Director, Theatrical Outfit has developed into one of Atlanta’s premiere performing arts institutions.”
Key became Artistic Director of Atlanta’s second-oldest professional theatre company in 1995. He moved it from midtown to downtown’s Rialto Center for the Arts in 1999, and in 2005 led the theatre through the creation of its award-winning downtown home, the Balzer Theater at Herren’s. The Balzer Theater is the historical site of Herren’s, the first restaurant in Atlanta to voluntarily desegregate in 1962 and is the first U.S. theater to achieve LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Key’s programming of classics, regional and world premieres, and musicals explore themes of diversity, equality, ethnicity, and race.
Although Key is retiring from the Outfit, he does not plan to fade from the limelight. He intends to continue acting, directing and writing new works. His successor, Matt Torney, takes the helm on July 1.
“Tom has been an inspirational leader and has done incredible work at Theatrical Outfit over the past 25 years,” Torney said. “I am overjoyed to have his enthusiastic endorsement, and look forward to working with him on a mindful and smooth transition. Our philosophies are aligned and embodied in Theatrical Outfit’s mission to start conversations that matter—conversations that can lead to a more compassionate and just community.”
About Tom Key
Tom Key has served as Artistic Director of Theatrical Outfit since 1995 where, in the heart of downtown Atlanta, his drive to produce world class theatre that starts the conversations that matter has developed the company into one of the city’s major performing arts institutions. He has appeared in over a 100 productions from off-Broadway to Los Angeles including: Arena Stage, Alliance Theatre, The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre, The Atlanta Opera, The Atlanta Ballet, The Westwood Playhouse, and (of course) Theatrical Outfit. Directing assignments highlights at Theatrical Outfit include: Horton Foote’s The Chase, Dividing the Estate, and Memphis. Since 1977 he has toured internationally the one-person show, C.S. Lewis On Stage, which he adapted from the writings of the author of The Screwtape Letters and The Chronicles of Narnia. It has been performed at the John F. Kennedy Center, Harvard, Yale, and Oxford University. In 2004, Key wrote and performed under the direction of Susan V. Booth, a monologue for the world premiere of Leap, at The Alliance Theater. He is perhaps most celebrated nationally for creating, starring in, and co-authoring with Russell Treyz and the late Harry Chapin the off-Broadway musical hit, Cotton Patch Gospel. Film and television highlights include: the upcoming Jon Stewart film, Irresistible, ‘Bluff City Law,’ ‘Doom Patrol,’ and ‘Sistas.’ Key has received The Governor’s Award in the Humanities for contributing to the quality of life of Georgians; the Georgia Arts and Entertainment Legacy Award, and three Mayoral proclamations for his service to the City of Atlanta. Creative Loafing describes Tom Key as: “An actor with such energy that even standing still, he seems to quiver like a divining rod.”
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$31-million performing arts center progresses in partnership between Aurora Theatre and City of Lawrenceville
Steadfast in their investment and dedication to the region, Aurora Theatre and the City of Lawrenceville today announced construction progress on the highly anticipated Lawrenceville Performing Arts Center (LPAC) – the soon-to-be expanded home of Gwinnett’s only professional theater, Aurora Theatre. Construction and expansion of the facility began in June 2019 and will continue in phases until the scheduled completion in spring 2021, including structural, mechanical and electrical design updates of the four anticipated venues.
Located across the street from the Gwinnett County Historic Courthouse, the new 55,000 square-foot space will house a 525-seat theater; Cabaret; indoor and outdoor civic spaces; and rooms for office and educational programming. The project has resulted in numerous jobs for those deemed essential workers – an unforeseen yet advantageous impact on the local community during these challenging times.
“Art is vital to nourishing community. Its need is even more apparent under the circumstances we are all facing. We are grateful that the construction on the campus expansion never stopped, creating jobs and bringing hope for the future of our county,” said Ann-Carol Pence, Co-Founder of Aurora Theatre. “I sincerely hope this innovative partnership between our non-profit organization and the City of Lawrenceville will serve as a model for other cities across the nation. This city understands that we must invest in the foundation of the arts together, so that the arts truly serve the community in ways that inspire, educate and heal our people."
Cranes were erected and precast panels arrived to the site in the beginning of May. These deliveries are expected to continue over the next weeks, building out the rest of the buildings including the Main Theatre area. City officials have ensured that the buildings’ infrastructure will retain the architecture of the historic square in downtown Lawrenceville.
This unprecedented partnership between Aurora Theatre and the City of Lawrenceville serves as a model for other city and county governments to partner with arts organizations, which serve as the heartbeat of local communities. Performances at Aurora Theatre are currently suspended temporarily due to coronavirus concerns, but the theater continues to engage with audiences through digital programming alternatives. Aurora Theatre is eager to serve the community with live performing arts again!
Under the artistic leadership of Co-Founders and Artistic Directors Anthony Rodriguez and Ann-Carol Pence, now in its 24th Season, Aurora Theatre produces professional live entertainment to suit everyone’s taste. Aurora Theatre is home to over 850 events each year. Theatrical productions are comprised of the biggest Broadway plays and musicals alongside exciting contemporary theatre. Additionally, Aurora produces concerts, stand-up comedy, children’s programs, metro Atlanta’s top haunted attraction Lawrenceville Ghost Tours, as well as Atlanta’s only professional Spanish language theatre, Teatro Aurora. Aurora Theatre is a world-class theatrical facility with two performance venues. Nestled on the square in historic downtown Lawrenceville, Aurora has FREE attached covered parking and is surrounded by restaurants and shops. Aurora Theatre has garnered numerous accolades highlighted by recent achievements that include a 2016 Governor’s Award for the Arts & Humanities, winner of five 2019 Suzi Bass Awards, Creative Loafing’s “2010 Best Theatre Company,” Georgia Trend Magazine’s “2011 Best Places to Work in Georgia,” Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “2012 Best Places to Work,” Atlanta Magazine’s “Best of Atlanta 2018” for Best Inclusive Programming, Gwinnett Chamber’s 2018 Inaugural Moxie Award for Outstanding Organization, Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s 2014 President and CEO Award for Excellence in Arts, and Gwinnett Chamber’s 2015 IMPACT Regional Business Award for Hospitality.
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In celebration of the 5-year anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court ruling, allowing for protected rights of gay marriage, and in serendipitous timing of the landmark ruling by the Supreme Court this week citing that it is illegal to discriminate against someone as part of the LGBTQ community in the workplace, Out Front Theatre Company will host "Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays" as a livestreaming broadcast on Friday, June 26.
This virtual screening of the plays is at no cost via Zoom streaming, allowing guests to view and enjoy in the comfort of their homes.
"Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays" is an evening of nine short theatrical works that highlight the joys and tears of married life and relationships. With a unifying theme of same-sex marriage, this collection of short plays and monologues is the work of several playwrights, thus giving different perspectives and voices to a universal theme. Each of the performances will be done by various actors and streamed from those actors' homes.
"These short plays showcase a wondrous jubilee of same sex marriage, and run the gamut from touching and tearful to hilarious and heartwarming. We are thrilled that we can bring this event honoring equality right into peoples' homes, and even though we may not be together physically we know that, as a community, we can still celebrate," said Paul Conroy, founder and artistic director of Out Front Theatre Company.
An A-list lineup of writers offers unique takes on the moments before, during, and after “I do.” Witty, warm, and occasionally wacky, these plays are vows to the blessings of equality, the universal challenges of relationships, and the often hilarious power of love.
"Five years after The Supreme Court made their historic ruling making marriage equal across the country, there are still many steps to take before everyone in our country is treated fairly and equally. It's important to remember and celebrate milestones like this one, even though there is much progress still to be made," said Conroy. "Today's Supreme Court ruling is another step in the right direction to provide safety and welcoming to the LGBTQ community, and the timing to share these plays after the ruling and during Pride Month in addition to the anniversary date of Obergefell v. Hodges is a fantastic way to celebrate."
For more information about "Standing on Ceremony" and the event, click here.
Media praise for "Standing on Ceremony"
“CEREMONY puts a human face on a hot-button issue and delivers laughter and tears rather than propaganda."
Backstage
“All you have to do is listen, shed an occasional tear and laugh a lot. There is something for everybody...STANDING ON CEREMONY holds a magnifying glass to the highs and lows, joys and fears, courage and silliness, of people bucking trends and making history. It’s a fine evening, heartily recommended.”
NY Observer
“A feel-good show celebrating gay marriage. The unifying theme of same-sex marriage gives this collection its strong identity. The individual plays don’t share the same perspective or speak in the same voice. Which keeps things interesting.”
Variety
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The High Museum of Art announced its reopening dates earlier this week, setting Saturday, July 18 as the first official day the museum will reopen to the general public.
Museum members and frontline workers with valid ID will be given first access to the galleries from Tuesday, July 7 to Friday, July 17.
Only summer campers will have access to the museum in the month of June. Further details on sessions in June and July, registration details, and more information can be found here.
The Museum will release further details on safety measures and social distancing later in June.
High Museum of Art @ Home
While the Museum may not reopen for another month, it has plenty of virtual programs you can enjoy from the comfort of your home!
Live Lab Atlanta: A Conversation
Join the Museum for a Zoom panel conversation with Magnum Live Lab photographers Carolyn Drake, Mikhael Subotzky, and Lindokuhle Sobekwa as they share their experiences making pictures during the current pandemic. Gregory Harris, the High’s Associate Curator of Photography, will lead the discussion.
California-based Carolyn Drake is known for pursuing long-term photo-based projects that focus on places and how individuals live and interact within inherent physical or societal boundaries. Recently, she is exploring Atlanta through the lens of James Baldwin’s writing on the Atlanta child murders. Researching, photographing, finding archival materials, and stitching the pieces together—see what’s happening in Carolyn’s studio.
Mattie Lou O’Kelley used bright, vivid colors to create landscape paintings of her early life in rural Georgia. In the work Yard Sale, she includes a wealth of detail to depict memories of a local yard sale.
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The High Museum of Art announced its reopening dates earlier this week, setting Saturday, July 18 as the first official day the museum will reopen to the general public. Museum …
The Board of Directors of the Center for Puppetry Arts has named Beth Schiavo its executive director, effective July 1.
Schiavo has been serving as interim managing director since January, following the retirement of the Center's founder, Vincent Anthony.
Schiavo brings a wealth of experience to the Center of Puppetry Arts. Her past positions include being the former managing director and CFO of Atlanta-based North Highland Consulting, former audit partner with EY, community volunteer and board member of some of Atlanta's leading non-profit organizations, including the Woodruff Arts Center and Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta.
“The Center is a true gem in our city, a magical place that invites over 148,000 visitors a year through its doors," Schiavo said in a release. "Working with an inspiring group of leaders, I have been humbled by the innovative people of the Center – their resilience and their passion to continue engaging with patrons during this challenging time. I am excited to continue this journey to see what the future holds and to be a part of the Center’s expanding reach to new audiences, particularly families desiring a safe and joyful place to visit with their children, both virtually and when we reopen our doors.”
Under Schiavo's leadership, the Center quickly shifted its overall strategy in mid-March, when the Center was forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Center pivoted swiftly launched the @ Home program, expanding the Center's digital learning platform, which traditionally focused on school groups, to offer content directly to audience in their homes.
Since the expansion, the Center's reach has expanded from seven to 85 countries worldwide, engaging over 200,000 people across the globe in just two months.
“Beth has shown excellent leadership, especially through the COVID-19 crisis, and we believe she will continue to do so," said Chairman of the Board of Directors Allen Yee. "We are fortunate to have someone of her caliber to guide us through these challenging times and into the brighter days ahead."
After a successful few months of reaching its audience digitally, the Center is in the final stages of preparations for reopening.
The facility is equipped to meet the highest standards for public safety, as outlined by the CDC and the Georgia Department of Public Health. The Center will also offer timed ticketing to ensure low density and safe social distancing for all who visit. In addition, new content will continue to be offered through the digital @ Home platform, so. that everyone can enjoy and experience the magic of the Center, whether live or remote.
Stay tuned to the Center for Puppetry Arts website and social media to be the first to know of the official reopening date, as well as a slate of new digital programs for summer.
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The article, titled "Georgia Public Broadcasting launches new monthly magazine," details Encore's new partnership with GPB: GPB Encore.
"The new publication will be distributed via mail to GPB donors in partnership with Encore Atlanta, a magazine that focuses on the arts in the southeast’s largest city," the AJC piece says. "It connects millions of Georgians every day through television, radio, digital initiatives, and innovative educational programming."
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Encore Atlanta and Georgia Public Broadcasting’s partnership announcement was just featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution! The article, titled “Georgia Public Broadcasting launches new monthly magazine,” details Encore’s new partnership with …
