Performing Arts Archives - Gwinnett Citizen

A WonderQuest performance of “Sleeping Beauty” by Gay H. Hammond. Of the performing arts industry, Hammond said, “People often have the misconception that a major in the ‘arts’ is a luxury degree or something that isn't ‘job training’. We have found that the opposite is true: many Fortune 500 companies have gone on record as valuing qualities such as ‘problem-solving’, ‘creative and critical thinking’, ‘collaboration’, ‘communication skills’ and old-fashioned ‘people skills’ far more than information-based skill-sets.” (Photo by Simpson Custom Photography)

Gay H. Hammond Speaks about Making it in the Performing Arts Industry

May 20, 2019

As Metro Atlanta rides the Southern Hollywood wave, climbing ranks in the nation’s performing arts market, it is the goal of educators to cultivate local talent versatile enough to meet the demands of the burgeoning industry.

Brookwood High names theatre after long-time educators

February 26, 2019

Ken and Patty Lindahl are “famous” in the K-12 performing arts world… and while their names may not be in lights, they are prominently displayed at Brookwood High School which recently dedicated its theater in their honor. The Ken and Patty Lindahl Performing Arts Center recognizes the duo’s 30 years of service as the school’s theatre directors prior to their retirement.