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24 Apr

GHOST BROTHERS OF DARKLAND COUNTY

Posted by: Cutty Shark  /  Category: EntertainmentReporters

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“Two Brothers and a Bullet…
Two Lovers and a Leap…
And the Ghosts that know the truth!”

A friend told me, “It’s a classic case of Cane and Abel.”

Ghost Brothers of Darkland County is a musical written by horror novelist, Stephen King. The production’s musical score was written by John Mellencamp and produced by T-Bone Burnett. Debuting at the Alliance Theatre on April 4, 2012, Ghosts Brothers will run at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, Georgia until May 13, 2012.

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Directed by Susan V. Booth (Artistic Director, Alliance Theatre), Ghost Brothers takes the audience on a world-wind ride of mystery, tragedy and intrigue.

The cast did a fantastic job on making the emotion of the time real, as well as dynamic. From the lead to the ensemble actors, everyone came with their A-game. John Mellencamp’s music fit the scenes perfectly. With the production skills of T Bone Burnett and horror genre expertise of Stephen King, Ghost Brothers of Darkland County is a musical genius within itself.

In my opinion, Ghost Brothers of Darkland County is story of: Truth vs Lies; Good vs Evil; Heaven vs Hell, and history repeating itself. What will prevail? Will the truth be told? Will the family perish?

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Here’s how the story unfolds:

“In the tiny town of Delight, Mississippi in 1967, a terrible tragedy took the lives of two brothers and a beautiful young girl. During the next forty years, the events of that night became the stuff of local legend. But legend is often just another word for lie. Joe McCandless knows what really happened; he saw it all. The question is whether or not he can bring himself to tell the truth in time to save his own troubled sons, and whether the ghosts left behind by an act of violence will help him – or tear the McCandless family apart forever.”

Check out a snippet of Ghost Brothers of Darkland County, below:

*Very special thank you to: Kathleen Covington and Susan V. Booth for always being so helpful. We truly appreciate you.*

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17 Apr

A Tony Evening: Living for the Arts

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“We will always support the arts in Atlanta!”

As the 2012 Honoree Ingrid Saunders Jones began to speak, everyone in the room applauded her greatness.

The 4th Annual “A Tony Evening” took place at the Loews Hotel Atlanta. The event benefited the educational programming for the Alliance Theatre at the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia. The great part of the benefits of the evening is giving underprivileged children an opportunity experience the Theatre. The evening included: honorees, a live auction, and a special musical guest.

This year’s honoree: Ingrid Saunders Jones was honored for her work and career as Senior Vice President of Global Community Connections for The Coca-Cola Company and Chair of The Coca-Cola Foundation. Saunders was also honored for her tireless efforts globally. “Ms. Jones’ commintment to community development extends beyond the doors of Coca-Cola’s corporate headquarters. She serves on the boads of The Coca-Cola Africa Foundation and The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation, as well as Clark Atlanta University, The Carter Center, The Ohio State University President’s Council on Women, the Woodruff Arts Center, and the National Board of Directors for the Girl Scouts. She is also a member of the Rotary Club of Atlanta and the Society of International Business Fellows.”

Entertainment for the evening included American Idol runner up (season one), Broadway Actor, Recording Artist and TV Guide Network Host, Justin Guarini. Guarini is one of the stars of the musical, “Ghost Brothers of Darkland County” currently playing at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA. The book was originally written by Stephen King, the music/lyrics by John Mellencamp.

Some of the Corporate Sponsors for the evening included: [Presented by] Northhighland Worldwide Consulting; [Marquee Sponsor] Loews Atlanta Hotel; [Producing Sponsors] Coca-Cola, The Home Depot; [Directing Sponsors] Cartoon Network, Delta; [Overture Sponsors] AAA Parking; and [Media Sponsors] The Atlantan, Men’s Book. Just to name a few.

Check out the video of the evening: “A Tony Evening”

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02 Feb

God of Carnage starring Jasmine Guy

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God of Carnage is the Tony Award® winning play by Yasmina Reza. The cast literally brings the Atlanta Alliance Theatre stage alive. The four person cast brought life to the stage as if there were many cast members, costume changes, and set changes. What makes the production at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA special is that: this is the first time that God of Carnage has been performed by an all African-American cast. The couples included: Michael & Veronica Novak (Keith Rudolph Smith/Jasmine Guy) and Alan & Annette Raleigh (Geoffrey Darnell Williams/Crystal Fox).

Meeting of the minds between the two couples came about when the Novak’s son was brutally attacked by a classmate at school (Raleigh’s son). The latter was called a snitch and proceeded to strike the young Novak son; thus, knocking two of his front teeth out. The Raleigh’s were invited to the house of the Novak’s to ease the dispute in an adult manner.

That’s when the real drama begins…

The Novak’s and The Raleigh’s start out discussing remedies in a rather diplomatic way; at first. Then, the gloves come off! Each person drops all facades and the real; flawed humans come out to play. Yes, right in the Novak’s living room.

Although we never see the children, the parents give us a clear look into why their dispute went as far as it did. We see the Novak’s and the Raleigh’s as irrational parents whom will not take responsibility for their children’s behavior; each blaming the other’s parenting skills.

Great performances by all cast members.

If you get a chance, check out God of Carnage at the Alliance Theater until February 4, 2012. Visit www.Alliancetheatre.org/carnage for more information.

Special thank you to Kathleen Covington at the Alliance Theatre.

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13 May

ATLANTA BALLET presents… “IGNITION”

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The week of May 9-15, 2011 marks a very special time for the Atlanta Ballet, as well as Broadway veteran/National Poetry Slam Champion/Russell Simmons’ DEF Poetry Jam poet, Marc Bamuthi Joseph & Choreographer, Amy Seiwert. The Atlanta Ballet presents… IGNITION: New Choreographic Voices. A great night of culture, dance & spoken word.

The kick-off began on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 with the opening night Artist Chat & Kick-off Party at the Whitespace Art Gallery, where guests enjoyed complimentary cocktails, a live DJ, an IGNITION Photo Gallery and a live conversation with the artists, dancers & performers.

On Thursday, May 12, 2011, special invited Media were in attendance for the IGNITION ‘full dress rehearsal’ at Alliance Stage at The Woodruff Arts Center. Those that attended were able to get the first glance at the full show that will begin on Friday, May 13, 2011 to a “sold out” crowd. IGNITION is sure to please everyone’s creative palate.

“Atlanta Ballet Artistic Director, John McFall is on the move, searching for some of the most talented young choreographers to bring a new dance voice to Atlanta Ballet. In the ballet’s latest endeavor, Ignition, expect an eclectic mix of innovative dance that will leave your mind open and your soul breathless.

Ignition will feature three world premiere works created exclusively for Atlanta Ballet. It will be showcased in the intimate confines of the Alliance Stage promising a variety of movement, music and diverse themes.

Atlanta is the inspiration behind choreographer Amy Seiwert’s work “Home in 7″. Seiwert has collaborated with prize-winning poet and Morehouse College graduate Marc Bamuthi Joseph and acclaimed violinist Daniel Bernard Roumain to present what’s sure to be a crowd favorite.”

Check out the Live sneak peak of IGNITION courtesy of:
Cutty Shark for EntertainmentReporters.com:

***Special thanks to: Jen Farris – ZDennisMediaGroup

For more info and to get tickets: www.AtlantaBallet.com (IGNITION).

video shot & edited by: Cutty Shark

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