Thursday, December 6, 2012
Get out to Marietta for a 5K, "White Christmas" at the Strand Theatre, Santa's Art Studio, Holiday Open House and more events in Marietta.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012
1. Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m.. Symphony on the Square’s 3rd Annual Holiday Concert: Come out to hear light classical, pops and sounds of the season music performed by a local orchestra. The concert is at First Baptist Church of Marietta, open to the public and free of charge. Visit symphonyonthesquare.org for more information. 2. The Safe Path's Annual Community Holiday Open House takes place on Dec. 7 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at 736 Whitlock Ave. The event will include an awards ceremony recognizing individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to preventing child abuse and neglect in our community. Call 770-801-3465 for more information. 3. Santa’s Workshop will be open to visitors Dec. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23. Be sure to …
Monday, December 3, 2012
This December the Atlanta Lyric Theatre presents Irving Berlin's musical "White Christmas" at the Strand Theatre on Marietta Square. Are you going?
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Monday, December 3, 2012
This holiday season, audiences can enjoy the uplifting story of the Tony Award nominated musical Irving Berlin's "White Christmas." Presented by Atlanta Lyric Theatre, the stage reinvention of the beloved classic film will play at the Earl Smith Strand Theatre (117 N. Park Sq., Marietta) from Dec. 7 through Dec. 23. The musical tells the story of two showbiz buddies who put on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn and find their perfect mates in the bargain. "White Christmas" is full of dancing, laughter and classic songs, including “Count Your Blessings,” “Sisters,” “Happy Holiday,” “How Deep is the Ocean” and the title song, “White Christmas.” Dustin Lewis will star as song and dance man Bob Wallace, the role made famous by Bing Crosby in…
Friday, November 30, 2012
Get into the holiday spirit with these events in Marietta, and let us know about your events.
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Friday, November 30, 2012
1. The Sanders Family Christmas at the Strand Theatre will run Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2012. The holiday show has the sunny-voiced Sanders Family back just before the beginning of World War II. They're quirky, saintly and delightfully melodic as they interpret everybody's favorite bluegrass gospel music. 2. Dec 1 and Dec. 2, 2012. Kick off the holiday season with the 26th annual Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour. Hospitality and a festive atmosphere greet visitors as they tour historic homes ranging from Victorian Mansions to a 1920’s cottage, all located in the Church-Cherokee Street National Register Historic District. Pilgrimage hours are Saturday, 9am-6pm; Candlelight Tour, 7pm-9: 30pm; and Sunday, 10am-6pm…
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Santa on Marietta Square, the Marietta Pilgrimage Christmas Home Tour, Symphony on the Square, Santa's Workshop, Sleighbells on the Square 5K, "White Christmas," "The Nutcracker," "The Sanders Family Christmas" and more.
1. Join Santa Claus for his arrival in Marietta and the lighting of the Christmas tree on Thursday, Nov. 29, in Glover Park on the Marietta Square. Festivities will begin at 5 p.m. with performances by local school choruses. Santa will make his grand entrance at 5:20 p.m. and light the giant Christmas tree at 6 p.m. More entertainment will follow while Santa visits with children in the gazebo until 8 p.m. 2. The Sanders Family Christmas at the Strand Theatre will run Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, 2012. The holiday show has the sunny-voiced Sanders Family back just before the beginning of World War II. They're quirky, saintly and delightfully melodic as they interpret everybody's favorite bluegrass gospel music. 3. Dec 1 and …
Thursday, September 27, 2012
The final Glover Park Concert of the season, Marietta Reads! 10th anniversary celebration, the fourth annual Whole Hawg Happenin’ BBQ and Music Fest and more are going on this weekend.
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Thursday, September 27, 2012
1. Atlanta Pleasure Band will play the final Glover Park Concert of the season at 8 p.m. Friday. Blankets and lawn chairs may be set up in the park after 4 p.m. Personal tables are not permitted in the park but may be set up on North Park Square after 6 p.m. 2. Marietta Reads!, the Marietta City Schools (MCS) citywide effort to foster reading and literacy in the community, celebrates its tenth-year anniversary Saturday, Sept. 29, in Glover Park in the Marietta Square from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get details on the event here. 3. The Atlanta Lyric Theatre presents Cole Porter’s classic 1930s musical Anything Goes through Oct. 7, at the Strand Theatre. Learn more about the production here. September 27, 28, 29, 30: Thursday, Friday and Saturday at…
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Take a look at the events going on this weekend in Marietta, and don't forget to share your events with us!
The Marietta-based theater company is tied with Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre receiving 18 nominations, second only to Atlanta's Alliance Theatre who received 22 nominations.
Thursday, September 20, 2012
The Marietta-based theater company is tied with Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre receiving 18 nominations, second only to Atlanta's Alliance Theatre who received 22 nominations.
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Thursday, September 20, 2012
The Atlanta Lyric Theatre was recognized with 18 nominations for the 2012 Suzi Bass Awards. Commonly known as 'The Suzis', the awards honor outstanding achievements in local professional theatre. This year, The Lyric is tied with Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre receiving 18 nominations, second only to Atlanta's Alliance Theatre who received 22 nominations. The Lyric's "Thoroughly Modern Millie," "Ain't Misbehavin'" and "Gypsy" captured three of the five Suzi nominations for Best Musical. Other nominations include: "Being acknowledged as one of many outstanding theatrical organizations in Atlanta is always an incredible honor," said Brandt Blocker, Managing Artistic Director of Atlanta Lyric Theatre, in a press release. The Lyric has …
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
The Atlanta Lyric Theatre kicks off its 33rd season with "Anything Goes" at the Strand Theatre.
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012
The Atlanta Lyric Theatre presents Cole Porter’s classic 1930s musical Anything Goes, Sept. 21 through Oct. 7, to kick off its 33rd season. The musical introduced several songs that have become legendary standards, such as “Anything Goes,” “It’s De-lovely,” “Friendship,” “You're the Top,” “Blow, Gabriel, Blow,” and “I Get a Kick Out of You.” Debuting in 1934 in the midst of the Depression, Anything Goes became an instant success, running for over 400 performances. This age-old tale of boy-meets-girl, boy-loses-girl, boy-meets-another-girl, boy-gets-one-of-the-girls, done as a zany shipboard musical, features the brilliant words and music of the incomparable Cole Porter. It has remained an audience favorite, playing to Off-Broadway …
Thursday, August 23, 2012
The Glover Park Concert Series; martinis, music and art at the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art; Brew with a View, "The Wizard of Oz" and "Mamma Mia!" at the Strand; "Legally Blonde" and more are on deck for Marietta this weekend.
1. The Cobb County Classic Rodeo is riding into Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta. Beginning at 8 p.m. on Friday, August 24, and Saturday, August 25, the fun will last about two hours each night. Admission at the gate is $15 for adults and $12 for children. Ages five and under are admitted free. 2. The Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art is hosting Martinis & Music on Friday, August 24. Enjoy Martinis, hors d’oeuvres and musical entertainment along with access to all exhibitions from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 3. Friday, enjoy the sounds of Yacht Rock Schooner (Party Rock) under the stars and be sure to bring a picnic and blankets or set up your lawn chairs after 4 p.m. at the Glover Park Concert Series. Personal tables can be set up in the street on …
