Theatre 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.

(Left to Right): Brian Walker, Jen MacQueen, Diany Rodriguez, Brandon O’Dell, Lyndsay Ricketson Brown & Travis Smith

Aurora Theatre to spread holiday cheer with 21st annual Christmas Canteen

November 7, 2016

Variety show to celebrate the season with merry melodies and laughter aplenty

Make spirits bright this winter by joining Aurora Theatre for its annual holly jolly tradition Christmas Canteen 2016! Striking up festive tunes November 17 –December 23, Gwinnett’s longest running theatrical extravaganza will usher in the sounds of the season with Canteen veterans Brandon O’Dell, Jen MacQueen, Diany Rodriguez and Lyndsay Ricketson Brown, alongside powerhouse newcomers Christian Magby and Cecil Washington Jr. Complete with laugh-out-loud comedy and sparkling musical numbers, this winter wonderland revue promises a delightful experience for all!

Broadway in Atlanta offers discounted college student rush tickets for “Cabaret” at the Fox Theatre November 1 – 6

October 20, 2016

Travel back in time to Berlin in 1939 with Broadway in Atlanta as it welcomes CABARET to the Fox Theatre for a limited one-week engagement of mesmerizing performances and Tony Award-winning talent. For any local college students looking to spend the evening dancing, singing and submerging into the culture that is CABARET, Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta presents a special $25 Student Rush Ticket price for the Atlanta engagement, playing at The Fox Theatre November 1 – 6 as part of the 2016/2017 season.

The Magari Theatre to Present: I Hate Hamlet

October 3, 2016

Duluth: The Magari Theatre Company opens its debut season with the hilarious comedy, I Hate Hamlet at The Red Clay Music Foundry, October 17^th-November 10^th at 7:00PM ET on weeknights. All members of the community are invited to attend the show.

Aurora Theatre celebrates the season with Christmas Canteen 2015, November 19-December 20

November 17, 2015

Annual holiday revue rejoices in 20th anniversary for all ages

LAWERENCEVILLE, Ga. – ‘Tis the season for festive cheer and everyone’s favorite tuneful holiday obsession, as Aurora Theatre’s Christmas Canteen 2015 ushers in the sounds of the season for its 20th anniversary, November 19-December 20.

Carrying on the Lindahl legacy at Brookwood

September 17, 2013

As a child Laura Lindahl used to play in the theatre seats at Brookwood High School and look for change while her parents Ken and Patty Lindahl directed student plays.