Atlanta, GA

Dance 411 Studio located at 749 Moreland Avenue is offering some free dance classes in 2009.

Their first ones are:

Contemporary Jazz 4 Adults! FREE CLASS! Saturday, January 10th from 2:00-3:00pm! Take it up a notch and join us in this Jazz Class. This class includes a standing warm-up, floor stretches, work on technique, balance, strength, coordination, turns & combinations. This class is open to all levels. Let’s Jazz!

Hip Hop 4 Beginners! FREE CLASS! Saturday, January 10th from 3:00-4:00pm! This class is designed for the absolute beginner. This class is led in a non-intimidating atmosphere and the instructors aare sure to keep it fun while teaching you the latest hip-hop moves in a comfortable pace for everyone. You’ll be dancing like a pro before you know it!

Space is limited. Register now to reserve your spot for these fun, FREE classes at Dance411. Call 404.622.4110 or visit www.dance411.com for more info.

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In continuation with the popular Atlanta, voted best first date spot, Fernbank’s Martini’s and IMAX. The natural history stays open late every Friday night to show late viewing IMAX films with the options of drinking some tasty martinis, grab some tasty cuisine, and even dance away under the dinosaurs in the center main floor.

Mark your calendar for their upcoming events:

Martinis & IMAX 2009 dates to remember

January 2 2009 Season Begins
January 23 Swing Dance Party
February 13 Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Package
March 13 Martinis O’ IMAX® St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
May 1 Friday Fiesta, Cinco de Mayo Celebration
September 25 Swing Dance Party
October 30 Second Annual Fright Night

For more information on ticket prices and upcoming musicians - keep reading - Read the rest of this entry »

Christopher Marlowe’s
Doctor Faustus

Directed by Jeff Watkins
Featuring Maurice Ralston and Laura Cole

$12 General Admission Previews January 1 & 2, 2009
Runs January 3-25, 2009
Special $12 General Admission Performances January 2, 3, 9, 10 at 11pm

404-874-5299
www.ShakespeareTavern.com

Hey Students — Check out this special offer just for you…. Read the rest of this entry »

One of my favorite parts of the movie Pulp Fiction is where Uma Thurman’s character is asking a few get to know you questions to John Travolta’s character. For example:

When someone’s talking are you really listening or just waiting to talk next?

If you’d honestly answer, waiting to talk next and c’mon… Alot of us are.. Or how many times have you been in a situation where you’re mid conversation and realize you have completely dazed off and have no idea what the conversation is about.

If you’re interested in learning some Deep Listening skills, check out this workshop at the Shambala Meditation Center from January 16 - 18th. Read the rest of this entry »

Carl Rimi

Very funny, and just a little bit underground.
Click the link to watch video of Carl.
Dec. 18-21

Huff & Speenberg

The best storytelling comedians of the new class, they are like a sword for sale at a Pump ‘n Munch. Click the link to watch video.
Dec. 26-28

New Year’s Eve Blow Out
Millwater & Paravonian

A night of outrageous comedy variety on a night for resolution creation and breaking.
Dec. 31 Only

Kenny Rogerson

Kenny is a classic comedian from the Boston School. A Punchline favorite to start the new year.
Jan. 2-4

Last Comic Standing Winner
Jon Reep

Hilarious and friendly, Jon won Last Comic Standing in 2007.
Jan. 09-10

Want to see who they already have lined up for 2009? Read the rest of this entry »

Looking for a New Year’s resolution? How about learning a new language?

Right now registration is happening at the Atlanta Academy of Language Learning.

To learn about the different classes, times, and prices — learn more here. Read the rest of this entry »

From the creators of Writers In Concert comes:

WordFeast: Food for the Body and Soul
*Horizon Theatre*
*1083 Austin Ave. NE - Little 5 Points
Monday, December 15, 2008
7:30 pm
Admission: 15 canned goods or $15

There’s a great line-up of performances… including… Read the rest of this entry »

On March 14th, powerhouse singers Elton John and Billy Joel will share the stage for another amazing combo concert.

The Face to Face tour has Elton and Billy playing duets, playing twin pianos, and trading vocals.

For ticket and more information on this tour.. look here… Read the rest of this entry »

Popular stand-up comedian and actor, Robin Williams, has added a second performance at the Fox Theater on Thursday, March 12, 2009. The second show was added after his first performance on Febuary 27th sold-out in record minutes.

To find out more about his tour and how to get tickets for his recently added performance, keep reading… Read the rest of this entry »

On Friday, December 12 from 5 - 9pm, visit the Atlanta Botanical Gardens for their event Moonlight and Merriment.

You can walk through the gardens with cocktail in hand. The gardens are softly lite at night and hopefully you can get some natural moonlight through our polluted Atlanta sky.

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So amongst the many Christmas traditions in the South - one of them is looking at pretty Christmas lights.. And there’s a couple of places to see them at. Here are some of the most popular places: Read the rest of this entry »

It’s really astonishing to me how many productions of the Christmas Carol happen around the city of Atlanta. So basically if you want to see this show.. well you have some options.

1. Most popular last year - Shakespeare Taven - Last year alot of their shows sold out. So you better get your tickets early this year.

499 Peachtree Street
Atlanta - Downtown, Midtown, GA, 30308
Dates: December 4-21
Ticket price: $12.00 - $34.00
Professional Theater

2. Alliance Theater - 19th year production - an Atlanta favorite. I remember seeing this show at Alliance many years ago. It was very impressive and sent shivers down my spine.

Woodruff Arts Center
1280 Peachtree St,
Atlanta - Downtown, Midtown, GA, 30309
Dates: Nov 28 - Dec 24
Ticket price: $20.00 - $50.00
Professional Theater

3. Academy Theater

119 Center St
Avondale Estates, GA, 30002
Dates: Nov 28 - Dec 21
Ticket price: $12.00 - $20.00

4. Dad’s Garage - A little comedic twist that only this theater group can get away with as they present Invasion: Christmas Carol. This show is not for kids.

280 Elizabeth Street
Atlanta - Little 5 Points, Grant Park, East Atlanta, GA, 30307
Dates: Nov 28 - Dec 23
Ticket Price: $20-$22

5. The Renaissance Project - I love this theater group! If you’re looking for a great quality show and wanting to save a few bucks, this is a great option.

Cathedral at Chapel Hill
4650 Flat Shoals Pkwy
Decatur, GA, 30034
Dates: Dec 5 - Dec 21
Ticket Price: $15.00 - $18.00

6. The Rosewater Theater - This is a wonderful beautifully decorated theater in Roswell. If you’re otp and don’t want to bear the Atlanta traffic, then head straight over to Rosewater Theater. I personally know alot of actors in this show and can’t wait to see it.

633 Holcomb Bridge Rd
Roswell, GA, 30076
Dates: Nov 28 - Dec 20
Ticket Price: $15.00 - $18.00

7. Kudzu Playhouse - This community theater is another alternative otp theater in Roswell.

10743 Alpharetta Highway
Brannon Square
Roswell, GA, 30076
Dates: Nov 28 - Dec 24
Ticket price: $13.00 - $19.50

I did this same list last year - check it out.

Which theater is your favorite one to see A Christmas Carol?

So all eyes are on Georgia.. for once..

We got Palin here, McCain, Clinton, Gore and… of course guys… it is the dirty South .. we had some rappers show up too..

This little Southern state called Georgia could be a swaying decision on the Senate going mostly Democrat or Republican. On November 4th with record number of voters turning out, neither Chambliss nor Martin got more than 50% of the public vote. Therefore.. We get a runoff…

Now - Chambliss has always been in the lead and got a bit more votes than Martin on Nov. 4th.. But I know alot less people are showing up today.. I haven’t voted yet.. but will be going after work since the polls are open until 7pm today …. and since this blog is not an unbiased blog.. Thank God. I’ll tell you who I am voting for… Read the rest of this entry »

The Suzi Awards go out to those involved in professional theater in Atlanta, Georgia.

The big winner this year who took home most of the Suzis was Alliance Theater with the productions of Jacques Brel and In the Red and Brown Water.

For the list of each individual winner - please read more. Read the rest of this entry »

Ever thought about biking to work as your new commute system but are scared of all the cars - I would totally agree with that thought..
Well..

You’re Invited to the Downtown edition of ABC’s
Confident City Cycling Class

When: Saturday, November 15th
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where: The Central Atlanta Progress (CAP) Office
50 Hurt Plaza – Suite 110
Atlanta, GA 30303
Cost: $35

During this exciting class, certified ABC instructors will cover information including laws affecting bicycles, the importance of visibility and predictability, lane positioning, intersection safety, interacting with pedestrians, trail etiquette, bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills, crash avoidance techniques, basic bicycling gear, and much more!

For more details and/or to register for the class and class, visit http://www.atlantabike2.org/content/1115-Downtown-Atlanta.

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