Theatre
When it comes to theatres for the performing arts, Georgia sets the stage. From the Grand Theatre in Cartersville to the Fabulous Fox in Atlanta, the arts continue to play a large role in communities across the state.
The Alliance Theatre in Atlanta is a nationally acclaimed venue that has been open to the public since 1968. A division of the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, the Allliance Theatre has been honored as the 2007 Regional Theatre Tony Award® winner for outstanding achievement.
Home to Swamp Gravy – the “Official Folk Life Play of Georgia” – Colquitt’s Cotton Hall is a theater like no other. Visit this 60-year old, renovated cotton warehouse and journey back in time to the roots of south Georgia tradition. Delight in the folk life plays that come alive under this theater’s state-of-the-art lighting and rustic stage design.
For another glimpse of the past, catch a show at The Grand Theatre and enjoy the elegant history of this newly renovated theatre. Considered the “cultural centerpiece” for Bartow County, you’ll be more than entertained at The Grand – you’ll be swept up in the magic and become part of this landmark’s cultural history.
Like The Grand, The Fox Theatre has been serving patrons since 1929. Walk into this magnificent, Arabian-themed theatre and get lost in its magical décor. Filled with legendary performances, as well as opulent architecture and grandeur design, The Fox will take you back to a time when classic glitz and glamour ruled the red carpet. Thanks to a $20 million re-furbishing effort, this National Historic Landmark has been restored to reflect its elegant past and now plays host to some of the top touring companies and popular cinematic releases of today.
When you travel through south Georgia be sure visit the Rylander Theatre in Americus. Built by city businessman Walter Rylander, the theatre opened its doors in January of 1921. Take a seat inside and marvel at the ornate beauty of its interior. It won’t take long to see why it has been called “The Finest Playhouse South of Atlanta.” Enjoy one of the many stage or screen performances that fill this theatre throughout the year.
Three other Georgia theatres not to be missed have their names etched in preservation history.
A must-see venue in Columbus is the Springer Opera House, also known as the State Theatre of Georgia. Opened in February of 1871, this spectacular facility would soon become the finest house bteween Washington and New Orleans.
Visit the the Morton Theatre of Athens and discover the history of one of the first African American vaudeville theatres in the United States. Opened in 1910, this theatre – listed in the National Register of Historic Places – has been fully restored for concerts, plays and more.
Open the doors to The Holly Theatre, a National Historic Site in Dahlonega, and enter the classic home of one of the top theatre companies in Georgia, The Holly Theatre Company. Enjoy a number of productions, drama classes and movies held at this intimate performing arts center and experience the magic of its history.
Theatres provide you a great getaway for fun and entertainment. Count on Georgia and its vibrant theatre community to give you the performance of a lifetime.
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Springer Opera House (State Theatre of Georgia)
Swamp Gravy The Grand Theatre The Fox Theatre The Rylander Theatre Alliance Theatre at the Woodruff
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