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Season 29: 4 Show Subscription
Aug 15, 2024-Jun 22, 2025
Season Ticket Holders get the best seats at the lowest prices and whole host of EXCLUSIVE perks. It’s not just 5 phenomenal shows, it’s also Guest Passes, Free Exchanges, Flexibility, and Personal Service.
Lawrenceville, GA Ghost Tours
Sep 13, 2024-Nov 03, 2024
Real Stories, Real Spooky Places.
Private Tours
Sep 13, 2024-Nov 03, 2024
New this year, private tours are not limited to our traditional Lawrenceville, GA Ghost Tour. You can now book a private Haunted Cemetery Tour or Brews & Boos Pub Crawl, as well.
Brews and Boos
Sep 26, 2024-Nov 01, 2024
LIFT: A Documentary
Oct 21, 2024
Filmed over ten years, LIFT shines a spotlight on the invisible story of homelessness in America through the eyes of a group of young homeless and home-insecure ballet dancers in New York City. After performing all over the world, ballet dancer Steven Melendez returns to the Bronx shelter where he grew up to give back to his community, offering a New York Theatre Ballet workshop to children. His traumatic reaction to the shelter from his childhood sends him on an unexpected journey with three kids to reckon with a past he had escaped from through ballet. As young dance students, Victor, Yolanssie and Sharia face the same chasm of home insecurity that long separated Steven from his audience and makes the arts inaccessible to so many kids who share his background. The children he mentors offer him insight into turning a hidden trauma into dance, and together they make an aristocratic art form into an expression all their own.
Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra
Oct 27, 2024
After a sold out show the Lawrenceville Symphony Orchestra is back this time with their full Symphony! Join us to hear these world class musicians do what they do best.
Halloween Magic Show
Oct 26, 2024
Arthur Atsma is full of tricks, and that makes this show a treat! Halloween Magic Show mixes mind-boggling magic with Halloween fun to brew the perfect show. Grab the whole family and get ready for a spooky good time!
Veiled in Vamp: A Halloween Drag Show
Oct 30, 2024
Brent Star and some of Atlanta’s most fabulous Queens are going to put you under their spell at Veiled in Vamp: A Halloween Drag Show, a show full of tricks and treats. Celebrate the spooky season with music, dancing, fashion, cocktails, and scary-good performances. Dress up to get down at this fang-tastic Halloween celebration.
DINO-LIGHT
Nov 01, 2024-Nov 02, 2024
DINO-LIGHT seamlessly integrates technology, puppetry, and dance into a mesmerizing spectacle. This captivating journey, honored with the esteemed Jim Henson Foundation Grant, follows the tale of a scientist with magical powers who brings a dinosaur to life! When the dinosaur wanders from home, he discovers a wonderful world of creatures that light up the darkness and help him find the true meaning of love.
Festival Del Dia De Los Muertos
Nov 02, 2024
Once again, Aurora Theatre welcomes you to celebrate Dia De Los Muertos! We invite you to experience and enjoy this beautiful cultural tradition full of color, music, food, and dance. Come celebrate with a professional tapetero from Guanajuato, Mexico, compete in a Catrina competition, and more!
¡Una vez mas, Teatro Aurora te da la bienvenida para celebrar El Dia De Los Muertos! Te invitamos a disfrutar esta hermosa tradición llena de color, música, comida, y baile. Ven a celebrar con un tapetero profesional de Guanajuato, México, participa en una competencia de las Catrinas, y mas.
The Earth, Wind, & Fire Experience Meets Classic R&B
Nov 09, 2024
Earth, Wind & Fire are one of the all-time best-selling bands with over 90 million records sold. Their music combines many genres: jazz, R&B, soul, funk, disco, pop, EDM, Latin, and Afro pop to create their distinct iconic sound. We celebrate this music with a show that encompasses all the innovative, precise instrumentation, soulful vocals and the energy that changed the pop music landscape. The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience presented by Ray Howard Band featuring Aurora Favorite Eric Moore with all your favorite hits including Shinning Star, September, Got To Get You Into My Life and oh so many more. Let’s Boogie!
Freaky Friday, the Musical
Nov 15, 2024-Nov 17, 2024
The new musical, Freaky Friday, based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films (and developed by Disney Theatrical Productions expressly for licensing to theatres), features a book by Bridget Carpenter – the co-executive producer and writer on the beloved TV hits, “Friday Night Lights” and “Parenthood” – and music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey – the Pulitzer Prize-winning composers of Next to Normal and If/Then.
Bingo Fabulous: Drag Bingo November
Nov 16, 2024
Join us for Bingo Fabulous- Drag Bingo is classic bingo with a fun twist! Hosted by the one and only Brent Star with a special guest will add exciting performances and unexpected surprises along the way. This delightfully entertaining evening is way more than just a game of bingo.
Locals & Legends: Jazz Concert
Nov 15, 2024
The “Locals and Legends Jazz Series” is an exciting collaboration that brings together A-list professional musicians from the Atlanta area with a selected legendary jazz musician who is brought in for the performance.
For this concert, the legendary guest is the multiple-award-winning jazz clarinetist Ken Peplowski, an ultra-entertaining jazz icon known for his performances with renowned artists such as Benny Goodman, Rosemary Clooney, and Madonna. Joining him are local talents, vocalist Karla Harris and pianist Joe Alterman, promising an unforgettable evening of exceptional jazz music.
Holiday Juggling Show
Nov 16, 2024
Ornaments, nutcrackers, and fruitcakes, Ron Anglin can juggle them all! Join us for our holiday fan-favorite, Holiday Juggling Show. Watch as Ron juggles holiday momentos from global cultures past & present in a way you’ve never seen before.
Family Tree: A Documentary
Nov 18, 2024
Family Tree explores sustainable forestry in North Carolina through the stories of two Black families fighting to preserve their land and legacy. Family Tree’s cinéma vérité approach reveals the vast task of maintaining the land while navigating challenging family dynamics, unscrupulous developers, and changing environmental needs. The forest itself and the beauty of its changing seasons become a primary character in this family drama.
Headliner: Big Kenney
Nov 22, 2024-Nov 23, 2024
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs with the hilarious Kenneth “Big Kenney” Johnson at the Aurora Theatre!
Big Kenney has established himself as one of comedy’s brightest and most-versatile talents. Whether he’s riffing on the absurdities of everyday life or pulling you into his world of hilarious characters, Big Kenney’s quick wit and unpredictable comedy will leave you in stitches—just don’t say we didn’t warn you! Prepare for a night of laughter you’ll be quoting for weeks!
Aurora Theatre has been hosting the best local and national comedians since 2007!
Holiday Follies
Nov 29, 2024-Dec 21, 2024
These comedic carolers will tour the show to your business, home, school, or any room with chairs and an outlet! It’s that easy. Let us leave you laughing and full of holiday cheer, so get a booking set up for anytime from November 29 – December 21.
Happy Holidays from Destination Theatre & Aurora Theatre.
Christmas Canteen 2024
Nov 29, 2024-Dec 22, 2024
Atlanta’s favorite tradition, Christmas Canteen returns for a 29th year to illuminate the holidays. Canteen is a stocking stuffed with a dazzling array of musical numbers, riotous bursts of comedy, a star-studded cast and the perfect sprinkle of nostalgia that delights every generation. This year, we add a new interactive twist that will “light up” your holiday season and have audiences “raving.”
A Christmas Carol 2024
Dec 06, 2024-Dec 22, 2024
Aurora Theatre Co-Founder Anthony Rodriguez returns in the unforgettable one-man A Christmas Carol for a 18th smash year! You will be truly immersed in the holiday classic as Anthony’s mesmerizing storytelling is enhanced with state-of-the-art technology in the Bartow & Leslie Morgan Cabaret at LAC. This exciting can’t-miss production is an intimate experience which truly captures the spirit of Christmas!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – Our A Christmas Carol is so unique and special because it is a more immersive and intimate experience. We are leaning in to making it even more cozy this year with the addition of VIP Couches and Armchair seating options. This extra comfy seating is limited, be sure to book today to enjoy this new way to enjoy the show.
Avia: A Cirque Show
Dec 06, 2024-Dec 08, 2024
An AKmē instant circus presentation from Akrosphere Aerial & Circus Arts. Soar through the ethereal world of Avia, where the extraordinary talents of Akrosphere Aerial & Circus Arts take flight. In this mesmerizing circus spectacle, performers navigate the delicate balance between control and surrender, trust and autonomy. Through breathtaking aerial feats and intricate choreography, Avia explores the unspoken battles for power, resilience, and the human desire to rise above. With every ascent and fall, the audience is invited to witness a captivating journey that reveals the intricacies of manipulation, freedom, and the beauty of flight.
Noche De Velas
Dec 07, 2024-Dec 07, 2024
We invite you to share with your family, friends, and our Hispanic community this holiday tradition, Colombian style – with food, music, and a candle in the evening! Bring your candle, an unwrapped gift, or non-perishable food items to donate for our Festival of Trees and celebrate this Christmas tradition with Hermanos Calero!
Te invitamos a compartir con tu familia, amigos y nuestra comunidad hispana esta tradición navideña, al estilo colombiano, ¡con comida, música y una vela por la noche! ¡Traiga su vela, un regalo sin envolver o alimentos no perecederos para donar para nuestro Festival de los Árboles y celebre esta tradición navideña con Danzas Genéricas & Hermanos Calero!
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
Dec 07, 2024
What really happened on the night before Christmas? This mouse tells it all! The holiday tradition continues with ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Get the real story from the mouse that actually was stirring that night. This classic poem has been reimagined using puppets and makes for a wonderful addition to your holiday season!
Motown Christmas
Dec 11, 2024-Dec 15, 2024
Back after sold out shows in 2022 and 2023, our newest holiday tradition returns to the stage! ‘Tis the season for a night of cheer featuring all your Motown Christmas favorites! Who says Christmas can’t be smooth? This cabaret-style show features music, memories, and those classics you love with that give the holidays that Motown flavor you can’t beat.
North Pole Fa La La La Follies
Dec 14, 2024
Get ready for holiday hijinks as the North Pole puts on a talent show! North Pole Fa La La La Follies follows funny fruitcakes, dancing deer, yodeling yetis and more as they get ready for the big day. Bring the whole family and see what Santa’s crew gets up to when they’re not making toys!
Club Babalú: Parranda Navideña
Dec 14, 2024-Dec 14, 2024
Club Babalú brings the spirit of the Puerto Rican tradition of Parranda to the concert stage. Sometimes compared to carolers, the Parranda is more raucous and festive. This December, Frankie and the ATL Salsa All-Stars are bringing authentic island holiday vibes to the LAC!
Club Babalú lleva el espíritu de la tradición puertorriqueña de la parranda al escenario del concierto. A veces, en comparación con los villancicos, la Parranda es más estridente y festiva. ¡Este diciembre, Frankie y ATL Salsa All-Stars traerán auténticas vibraciones isleñas de vacaciones a LAC!
Joe Gransden and His Little Big Band Holiday Concert
Dec 16, 2024
Join us for a spectacular holiday concert featuring Joe Gransden and his Big Band on the Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage at LAC! Prepare for an unforgettable evening that will transport you through the golden age of jazz, now wrapped in the warmth and joy of the holiday season.
Miss Nelson is Missing
Jan 09, 2025-Jan 31, 2025
Field Trip Opportunity – January 11 – February 2, 2025
10am and 11:45am
Miss Nelson’s class is the worst behaved in the whole school. Spitballs flying across the room, paper airplanes sailing every which way and uncontrollable children send gentle, long-suffering Miss Nelson over the edge. But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson goes missing and is replaced by Viola Swamp, a no-nonsense substitute who assigns piles of homework! The students learn lessons of appreciation and respect as they set out to find their beloved Miss Nelson … but will they ever get her back?
Headliner: Damon Sumner
Jan 17, 2025-Jan 18, 2025
Damon Sumner
Damon Sumner delivers hilarious stories about his upbringing, and witty, high-energy observations of everyday life. Since starting standup in Atlanta, Damon has shared the stage with numerous headliners, like Iliza, Brent Morin, Todd Glass, Sarah Tiana, George Wallace, and so many more. He can be seen on The Weather Channel’s “Weather Gone Viral”, EPIX’s “Unprotected Sets, and heard on Sirius XM. Damon was also a semi-finalist for the American Black Film Festival’s Comedy Wings Competition, sponsored by HBO. If you didn’t know, he’s about to become your new, favorite comic.
King of Pangea
Jan 23, 2025-Feb 16, 2025
After a breakout hit with audiences at the National Alliance for Musical Theatre New Musical Festival, The new hit musical, King Of Pangea, is making its home here at Aurora Theatre! Drawing inspiration from the playwright’s own experiences, this fantasy musical memoir intertwines realism, humor, and whimsy, reminiscent of the enchanting adventure found in The Wizard of Oz. Following the sudden loss of his mother, 21-year-old Christopher Crow embarks on a poignant journey back to the imaginary island of Pangea, a whimsical realm he and his mother created together during his childhood. Along the way, Christopher encounters transformed versions of his family, who embody the vibrant characters of his childhood imagination. As Christopher navigates this fantastical landscape, he seeks answers to heal his shattered heart and put the pieces of his life back together. Making its way to Aurora Theatre, audiences will discover that hope is the true way back home, and the journey to reclaim one’s identity is a powerful exploration of love, loss, and the magic that binds us.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Jan 25, 2025
Ring in the Year of the Snake with Lunar New Year Celebration! Join Atlanta Chinese Dance Company as they guide you through the holiday. Get ready to experience traditional Chinese music & dance, and even participate in the show! Whether it’s a part of your daily life, or you’re brand new to it, embracing and learning about a culture connects us all!
Jackie Robinson: A Game Apart
Feb 03, 2025-Feb 05, 2025
JACKIE ROBINSON: A GAME APART is a powerful lesson of courage through dedication, perseverance, and leadership. Award -winning playwright and performer Mike Wiley gives students a glimpse of life during a bygone era of separate and unequal locker rooms, and the real person behind the legend.
Dar He: The Story of Emmett Till
Feb 04, 2025
In 1955, a 14-year-old black Chicago youth traveled to the Mississippi Delta with country kinfolk and southern cooking on his mind. He walked off the train and into a world he could never understand — a world of thick color lines, of hard-held class systems and unspeakable taboos. Young Emmett crossed that line and stepped into his gruesome fate by whistling at a white woman. Through conversations with a Look magazine journalist, Emmett’s mother and others caught up in the events that led to Till’s devastating fate, this riveting play chronicles the murder, trial and unbelievable confessions of the men accused of Till’s murder.
African-American Folktales
Feb 15, 2025
Experience the rich folklore of African-American culture this Black History Month! From the tricks of Anansi & Brer Rabbit, to the sounds & rhythms of the talking drum, African-American Folktales is a great way to see the African storytelling tradition in action. Experience culture in a way that not only educates, but entertains too!
Tuskegee Airman: The Men Who Refused to be Washed Out
Feb 19, 2025-Feb 20, 2025
During World War 2 a group of courageous men had a desire to fight for their country even though their country did not fight for them. This is a story of one of the airmen who shows not only what he had to endure just to serve but the character traits needed to endure. The audience will also get a glimpse of what it was like inside the cockpit of a world war 2 bomber plane.
Blacktop Playground: Improv for Kids (March)
Mar 11, 2023
What happens when a T-Rex tries to fly an airplane? If you skip dessert, does your cupcake cry because it misses you? Using quick wit and imagination, Blacktop instantly creates funny scenes using suggestions from the crowd, and when those suggestions come from kids, you get a hilariously creative comedy show with tons of audience interaction.
It’s Electric!
Mar 29, 2025
Get ready for this electrifying show! Audiences will be in shock and awe with It’s Electric. Experience experiments with a 50,000 volt Tesla coil & enjoy hands-on demonstrations with a hair-raising electrostatic generator. There’s even an indoor lightning strike! Full of audience participation, this action-packed show combines learning with fun to educate and entertain.
Spring Break Magic Show
Apr 09, 2025
It’s Spring Break and Arthur Atsma is making school disappear! Spring Break Magic Show is guaranteed to captivate audiences of all ages with impossible tricks and audience interaction.
Dr. Dinosaur!
Apr 19, 2025
Get ready for a show of prehistoric proportions. Enjoy as Dr. Dinosaur leads you on an expedition back to the time of the dinosaurs. Watch what happens when T-Rexes & raptors collide in wrestling battle royale, and even find out how fossils are formed! This show is perfect for all ages & entertains just as much as it educates.
Fairy God Doctor
May 03, 2025
Disney meets Daleks… What could possibly go wrong? Watch what happens when The Doctor meets his most unlikely companion yet, a Disney Princess. Fairy God Doctor combines nerd culture and pop culture into one perfectly wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey show for all ages!