Spotlight on Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2014/2015 Series
with WSB-TV Primetime Special on August 27 at 8 p.m.

Fans to get inside look at spectacular lineup including
DIRTY DANCING, Disney’s NEWSIES, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, PIPPIN and more

The upcoming Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta season is set to receive the star treatment during a 30-minute Primetime special on WSB-TV, airing Wednesday, August 27 at 8 p.m.

Hosted by Heather Caitlin, the program will offer fans a behind-the-scenes look at the blockbuster lineup coming to the Fox Theatre during the 2014/2015 Broadway in Atlanta series.

Featured interviews will include both the stars and creative teams for upcoming productions, as well as Broadway in Atlanta Vice President Russ Belin.

“As we gear up for one of our biggest and most anticipated lineups in Broadway in Atlanta’s 34-year history, we’re so excited to offer Atlanta theatre fans a look behind the curtain at these amazing shows,” said Russ Belin, vice president of Broadway in Atlanta. “Viewers will get a first look at the top caliber touring productions that will be featured at the historic Fox Theatre.”

The 2014-2015 Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta lineup includes: 

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA	October 22 – November 2, 2014
DIRTY DANCING	November 25 - 30, 2014
Disney’s NEWSIES	January 20 - 25, 2015
BLUE MAN GROUP	April 7 - 12, 2015
PIPPIN	May 5 – 10, 2015
MOTOWN	August 18 – 23, 2015

 2014/2015 options:

MAMMA MIA!	September 23 – 28, 2014
WICKED	February 18 – March 8, 2015

Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta’s 2014/2015 packages are on sale now, with prices starting at $185 for all six shows.  Three show packages are also available starting at $100.  Subscriber prices will vary depending on the number of shows chosen, the number of performances, show time, day of the week, and seating location. Three show packages may be ordered online at BroadwayinAtlanta.com or via phone by calling 1-800-278-4447 Monday through Friday, 9AM -5PM.

Six show Packages can only be ordered via phone.  Subscriber benefits include access to the best available seats, ticket exchange privileges, and lost ticket replacement service; subscribers also avoid potential price increases on single ticket closer to the day of the show.

BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA is part of the Key Brand Entertainment family of companies which includes Broadway.com and is operated by John Gore (Owner & CEO).  BAA is the foremost presenter of first-class touring musicals and plays in North America, operating in 40 markets.  As a leading Broadway producer, BAA is dedicated to the development and production of new and diverse theatre.  Current/upcoming productions include Beautiful, Million Dollar Quartet and Pippin. Past productions include Hairspray, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Memphis, Promises, Promises, The Producers, Betrayal and War Horse. Broadway.com is the premier theater website for news, exclusive content and ticket sales. For more information please visit BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and Broadway.com.

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This is one of our favorite things to do in Atlanta friends.  What about you?  Which shows are you excited to see?

One Day Only! $26 Tickets to MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET in Celebration of Johnny Cash’s Birthday on February 26!

In honor of The Man in Black’s birthday, Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta is treating fans to a special offer on MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET tickets.

 On Tuesday, February 26, 2013, fans will be able to purchase $26 tickets for the March 12-13 performances using the code BIRTHDAY.

Playing March 12-17 at the Fox Theatre as part of the 2012/2013 Broadway in Atlanta season, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the story of when Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll” who was responsible for launching the careers of Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley, brought the four legendary musicians together at the Sun Records storefront studio in Memphis for the first and only time on December 4, 1956.  The resulting evening became known as one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions in history.

WHAT:              Johnny Cash Birthday Ticket Offer

                                $26 Tickets to performances on March 12 and March 13

WHEN:          February 26, 2013

WHERE:        Online at www.foxatltix.com.

HOW:             Use code BIRTHDAY.

                                **Valid only for performances on Tuesday, March 12 and Wednesday, March 13; select price levels only. $26 ticket does not include $3 facility fee or applicable taxes.

For more information, visit www.broadwayinatlanta.com.

What a Feeling! Flashdance Bursts into ATL Bringing the 80s Rushing Back!

Does that video bring back memories?  I hope so....and if it does, you need to make arrangements to head down to Atlanta's Famous Fox Theatre this weekend to see, "Flashdance - The Musical."

If, like me, you have not seen the movie Flashdance in a very long time, rest assured -- it doesn't take five minutes into the musical to bring it all flooding back to memory.

ONE GIRL.  ONE DREAM.  ONCE CHANCE.

That's the basic premise and motto of Flashdance.

Presented by Fifth Third Bank and Broadway in Atlanta, Flashdance stars Emily Padgett, recently of Rock of Ages, Legally Blonde, and Grease, as Alex Owens, a lady steelworker who dreams of being a legitimate dancer while moonlighting as an exotic dancer, and Matthew Hydzik, of West Side Story and Grease, as Alex's boss and love interest, Nick.

*Photo courtesy of The Examiner.

Flashdance - The Musical follows the story of Alex as she journeys from a doldrum day job to starting down the road to her dreams.

Along the way, we meet her daytime steel factory co-workers - where we grow to understand them, the work they do, and the hard financial times they face.  We meet her friends at the club where she dances at night -- learning their stories and their personalities.  We watch her meet and fall in love with Nick, her boss from the steel factory.  And, finally, we rejoice with Alex as she gets the dance audition she so strived and longed for at a prestigious Pittsburgh dance school.

Flashdance - The Musical is the story of believing in and following your dreams.  It is the story of not leaving everything behind.  It is the story of following your passions or dying inside.

Flashdance - The Musical features all the iconic songs you remember from the movie ("What a Feeling," "Maniac," "Gloria," "Manhunt," and "I Love Rock and Roll") plus it gives us a whopping 16 new songs, written by Robbie Roth and Robert Cary.  To be honest, it's hard to tell where the old songs stop and the new ones begin.

The show takes a few "liberties" with it's language, and while there is no nudity, there are plenty of costumes that bring us close to it.  So, while this isn't necessarily an R-rated musical, I would think twice before bringing children.

Wanna take a sweet trip back down memory lane to the 80s, leg warmers, and headbands?  Visit the Fox Theatre this weekend and see, "Flashdance - The Musical."

Tickets start at $33 and will be available at the Fox Theatre box office, www.broadwayinatlanta.com/ www.FoxAtlTix.com/flashdance, or by calling 1-855-ATL-TIXX.  Group orders of 10 or more may be placed by calling 404-881-2000.

Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta Announces Mini-Season Package!

Be enchanted by theatre with the must-have gift this holiday season!

Recently announced by Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta, the Mini-Season Package includes classics such as the new musical Flashdance, Sister Act, and Tony Award-winning musical, Million Dollar Quartet.

“This year’s mini season package shines with the most entertaining shows of the season, while accommodating all tastes at an affordable price,” said Russ Belin, Vice President of Broadway in Atlanta. “With musicals that will make you dance in your seats and laugh until you cry, our new holiday package is the perfect gift for theatre fans."

With packages starting as low as $89, Atlantans will save up to 30% versus purchasing individual tickets. Subscribing to the mini-season package will also provide early access to renewal for next season, the only way to guarantee seats to the highly-anticipated The Book of Mormon (coming to Atlanta in the 2013-2014 season). The holiday package makes it simple to spread cheer and merriment during the gift giving season. Tickets can be purchased through January 10 online anytime at BroadwayInAtlanta.com or by calling 800-278-4447.

Show dates include:

Flashdance                              February 5-10, 2013

Million Dollar Quartet           March 12-17, 2013

Sister Act                                April 23-28, 2013

About Broadway Across America

Broadway Across America, part of the Key Brand Entertainment family of companies which includes Broadway.com, is owned and operated by theatre producer John Gore (CEO).  Broadway Across America is a leading Broadway producer and the foremost presenter of first-class touring productions in North America. As a presenter, Broadway Across America operates in 40 cities, bringing first-class touring musicals and plays to audiences across the U.S. and Canada. Its recent Broadway production credits include Promises, Promises starring Kristin Chenoweth and Sean Hayes; How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying starring Daniel Radcliffe and John Larroquette; On a Clear Day You Can See Forever starring Harry Connick, Jr.; Million Dollar Quartet (Broadway, off-Broadway, West End, US Tour); Jerusalem; Memphis; One Man, Two Guvnors; War Horse (Toronto, Tour); and West Side Story (Broadway, Tour). Broadway Across America is also dedicated to the creation and development of new and diverse theatre; upcoming original works include Hands on a Hardbody, Tuck Everlasting, Little Miss Sunshine, and The Blonde Streak. BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and Broadway.com