Fun Things to Do in Atlanta for the Week of February 22nd through 28th
Tuesday, February 16th, 2010By Dee Corley.
Moscow Festival Ballet
February 22nd
Performing Coppelia, The Moscow Festival Ballet will be at the Fox Theatre for one night only. Bringing a taste of classic Russian Ballet to the world through the vision of legendary principal dancer of the Bolchoi Ballet, this show is a must see for anyone with a love for ballet. Another must is to be on time for the show, as you will see when you order tickets at http://www.foxtheatre.org/index.htm.
Tegan and Sara at The Variety Playhouse
February 23rd
Indie music fans, this is for you. Performing ant the Variety Playhouse, Canadian born sisters Tegan and Sara will be on stage along with Steel Train and Holly Miranda. Plan on $30 a ticket and you can get them at http://www.variety-playhouse.com/.
Universoul Circus
February 23rd through mid March
This is so Atlanta! This is an awesome, true to form circus steeped in black culture and history with modern energy all under one big top with acrobats, live animals, hip-hop jams and a dream born to our own here in Atlanta. Beginning in the early nineties and born out of a vision just the right doors opened at the right time, bringing together the ancient arts so to speak from around the world as professionals gathered to pull off a show that grew from a slow start to “look at us now”. You will not want to miss this. Although this is an Atlanta born show don’t expect it to just hang around for you to make time for. This show is going places, like Africa. So go get your tickets today at http://www.universoulcircus.com/
Diana: A Celebration, at the Atlanta Civic Center
February 23rd through 28th
Grace, and a genuine love for all people was seen in the heart of Diana, the beloved Princess of Wales, whom most believe lost her life much too early. Much could be said about this beautiful princess, but that’s for the exhibit to do, so log on and get your tickets at http://www.atlantaciviccenter.com.
Hawks vs Timberwolves B-ball at The Phillips Arena
February 24th
Love your Hawks? Home game, Wednesday night at 7 pm at the Phillips Arena. Get out there and root for your team, Atlanta! Get your tickets now at http://www.philipsarena.com
RuChDa Winetasting and 21 Flavors of Wings
February 25th
This is definitely the way to have a fun night! From 6 to 8 pm Thursday night in Snellville there are wings, wings, and more wings to experience while trying out wines that are new to your palette. You can’t beat the food, fun and wine for just $10 per person. This is a newer family owned franchise on a mission to be the best at wings there is. Pleasing customers and being active within their community is priority to this company. Go to their site and check out the activities calendar at http://www.thrillist.com/links/113191.
Mudcat – Real Blues at D.B.A. Barbeque
February 25th
Atlanta’s Mudcat Blues, voted Creative Loafing’s Best Blues Act 2009 and The Best of Atlanta 2007 will be performing for you at D.B.A. Barbeque. You’ll enjoy the mixture of awesome Chef smoked BBQ and award winning Blues that will help you make it ‘til your weekend starts. For directions and more info check out http://www.dbabarbecue.com/.
Super Solid Gold Mega Hits Comedy at Sketchworks
February 26th
They call it Industrial Strength comedy, and it’s for ages 16 through 90 apparently. I can’t tell you what the show is about, you’ll have to let that be a surprise. It is comprised of real actors you’ll recognize in films and cit-coms. This is also a great place to become a student of acting, writing and improve! This show is on North Decatur Road in Scottsdale and it’s so worth your time. Shows start at 8pm, and seats are available for a mere $10 but you gotta reserve them at http://www.sketchworkscomedy.com/.
Jay Z with Young Jeezy at Phillips Arena
February 27th
Nuff said, go get your tickets for a 7pm show at http://www.philipsarena.com.
Monster Energy AMA Supercross at the Georgia Dome
February 27th
Tickets and seating chart found at http://www.gadome.com/
Aida, an Opera at the Cobb Energy Centre
February 27th
An Egyptian man of military stature is in love with a young Ethiopian princess who is held captive within his country, yet the Egyptian princess intends to marry him come what may. For the opera lover in you, tickets are
http://www.atlantaopera.org
Trey Anastacio at The Tabernacle
February 27th
http://www.ticketsnow.com
Hawks vs Bucks B-ball at Phillips Arena
February 28th
http://www.philipsarena.com for tickets.
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