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WED OCT 5 thru SUN OCT 23 Cotton Patch Gospel @ Balzer Theatre  Music and Lyrics by Harry Chapin, Book by Tom Key and Russell 0reyz "Jubilation!" It's back and better than ever on the Balzer Theater stage. For two decades, Cotton Patch Gospel has been delighting audiences across the country. The story of the gospel is relocated to rural Georgia and presented with an original score by the late, great Harry Chapin. Called "the best music Harry Chapin ever wrote" (David Marsh, Rolling Stone Magazine), the show combines gospel singers and a bluegrass band with Tom Key's flawless storytelling magic. Balzer Theatre at Herren's 84 Luckie Street Atlanta, GA 404-571-5257, x13 http://www.theatricaloutfit.org/ Two Gentlemen of Verona @ The Shakespeare Tavern Oct 6-30  Join us for one of Shakespeare's earliest and funniest plays. Watch and laugh as close friends Valentine and Proteus both pursue the Duke of Milan's beautiful daughter, Sylvia. See how Crab, "the sourest-natured dog that lives", provides one of the first examples of the animal stealing the show. Don't miss this rarely produced comedy. Shakespeare Tavern 499 Peachtree Street Atlanta, Georgia (Park Opposite Tavern in Crawford Long Hospital Deck) http://www.shakespearetavern.com WED OCT 12 thru JAN 7 2006 Raymond Loewy: Designs for a Consumer Culture @ Museum of Design Opening Reception: To be announced This engaging exhibition will celebrate the life's work of the father of American Industrial Design: Raymond Loewy. Audiences will travel through the evolution of Loewy's design career and at the same time experience the technological boom associated with mid-twentieth century America. From Loewy's early advertising illustrations, through his works in transportation design for household names such as Greyhound buses, United Airlines, and the Pennsylvania Railroad, to his famous household products including the Sears Coldspot refrigerator created during the post-war era, Loewy's ingenious skill for creating functional yet fabulous design shines through. Some objects in the exhibition will be drawn from the Smithsonian Institution collection. Museum of Design Atlanta Marquis II Tower, Peachtree Center 285 Peachtree Center Ave. Atlanta, GA 30303 404-688-2467 www.museumofdesign.org  WED OCT 12 Two Gentlemen of Verona @ Shakespeare Tavern Directed by Laura Cole Join us for one of Shakespeare's earliest and funniest plays. Watch and laugh as close friends Valentine and Proteus both pursue the Duke of Milan's beautiful daughter, Sylvia. See how Crab,"the sourest-natured dog that lives", provides one of the first examples of the animal stealing the show. Don't miss this rarely produced comedy. Shakespeare Tavern 499 Peachtree Street Atlanta, Georgia (Park Opposite Tavern in Crawford Long Hospital Deck) http://www.shakespearetavern.com THU OCT 13 Atlanta Opera presents Verdi's La Traviata (Or "The Fallen Woman") @ Atlanta Civic Center After its premiere in 1853, Verdi called the production "a fiasco," however it was staged again a year later and achieved overwhelming success. It remains one of Verdi's most popular operas. Torn between her state of health and her zeal for life, Violetta struggles in her relationship with Alfredo who wants to show her a better life. Love plays many characters in this production. Arthur Fagen, who enjoys an active career conducting opera and concerts in Europe and North America, including the Metropolitan Opera, will lead the orchestra, while Rhoda Levine will direct the production. Atlanta Civic Center 395 Piedmont Avenue, NE Atlanta, GA 30308 (404) 523-6275 http://www.atlantaciviccenter.com/ FRI OCT 14 Fridays thru OCT 21 5:30-8:00p Footloose On 5th FREE Ballroom Dancing @ GA Tech Hotel Don't miss the fall event series of the year! Georgia Tech's Technology Square presents complimentary ballroom dance lessons with professional instructors every Friday starting September 9 through October 21. The lessons will take place in the outdoor courtyard located behind the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center, 800 Spring St. in the heart of Midtown. The event starts at 5:30 pm and ends at 8:00 pm. Bring your dance partner or come solo for guaranteed fun. Dance lessons will vary from Latin to smooth style and include salsa, cha cha, foxtrot, tango and much more. Food and drinks are available for purchase or visit the 5th Street restaurants for post-event dining options. http://www.footlooseon5th.com or call 404.894.2805. Georgia Tech Global Learning & Conference Center 84 5th Street At the intersections of Spring Street and 5th Street http://www.glcc.gatech.edu/ The Agave 5 Year Anniversary Soul Party @ Agave $5.00 cover with Valid ID $2.00 Sol Mexican Beer $5.00 Cuervo Margaritas Live! The Brethren R & B Funk B and DJ Quasi Spinning in the Loft Agavé 242 Blvd, SE Atlanta, GA 404.588.0006ƒ http://www.agaverestaurant.com/ SAT OCT 15 Castleberry Hill Loft Tour  Tickets are onsale now for the Fourth Annual Castleberry Hill Loft Tour - two days of an intimate look at urban living in a historic neighborhood. Attendees will be able to visit the lofts selected for this juried tour as well as partake in the local cuisine, peruse the recognized fine art galleries and enjoy additional neighborhood businesses. The Loft Tour represents homes decorated and designed with diverse tastes and budgets. Tickets are good for both days – same price for one or two days. http://www.castleberryhill.org 5th Annual Candler Park FallFest @ Candler Park  The 5th Annual Candler Park FallFest returns to historic Candler Park. Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, October 15-16, 2005, times are Saturday from 10 am to 6pm and Sunday from noon to 6pm. The festival features a not-to-be-missed artist market with over 115 artists, children‚s activities, live entertainment, and food and beverage. For more information, or to volunteer, please visit our soon to be updated web site. Rolling Stones @ Philips Arena 7:30p Tickets are $62+ Philips Arena One CNN Center Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 878-3000 http://www.philipsarena.com/ Atlanta Opera presents Verdi's La Traviata (Or "The Fallen Woman") @ Atlanta Civic Center After its premiere in 1853, Verdi called the production "a fiasco," however it was staged again a year later and achieved overwhelming success. It remains one of Verdi's most popular operas. Torn between her state of health and her zeal for life, Violetta struggles in her relationship with Alfredo who wants to show her a better life. Love plays many characters in this production. Arthur Fagen, who enjoys an active career conducting opera and concerts in Europe and North America, including the Metropolitan Opera, will lead the orchestra, while Rhoda Levine will direct the production. Atlanta Civic Center 395 Piedmont Avenue, NE Atlanta, GA 30308 (404) 523-6275 http://www.atlantaciviccenter.com/ SUN OCT 16 Castleberry Hill Loft Tour Tickets are onsale now for the Fourth Annual Castleberry Hill Loft Tour - two days of an intimate look at urban living in a historic neighborhood. Attendees will be able to visit the lofts selected for this juried tour as well as partake in the local cuisine, peruse the recognized fine art galleries and enjoy additional neighborhood businesses. The Loft Tour represents homes decorated and designed with diverse tastes and budgets. Tickets are good for both days – same price for one or two days. http://www.castleberryhill.org 5th Annual Candler Park FallFest @ Candler Park The 5th Annual Candler Park FallFest returns to historic Candler Park. Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, October 15-16, 2005, times are Saturday from 10 am to 6pm and Sunday from noon to 6pm. The festival features a not-to-be-missed artist market with over 115 artists, children‚s activities, live entertainment, and food and beverage. For more information, or to volunteer, please visit our soon to be updated web site. Atlanta Opera presents Verdi's La Traviata (Or "The Fallen Woman") @ Atlanta Civic Center After its premiere in 1853, Verdi called the production "a fiasco," however it was staged again a year later and achieved overwhelming success. It remains one of Verdi's most popular operas. Torn between her state of health and her zeal for life, Violetta struggles in her relationship with Alfredo who wants to show her a better life. Love plays many characters in this production. Arthur Fagen, who enjoys an active career conducting opera and concerts in Europe and North America, including the Metropolitan Opera, will lead the orchestra, while Rhoda Levine will direct the production. Atlanta Civic Center 395 Piedmont Avenue, NE Atlanta, GA 30308 (404) 523-6275 http://www.atlantaciviccenter.com/ MON OCT 17 TUE OCT 18  |
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