Speakeysie News Desk – December 1, 2022
Gwinnett arts destination’s line-up features festive, fun events to celebrate the season
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (Nov. 29, 2022) – The warmth of the holidays has arrived at the Lawrenceville Arts Center. Aurora Theatre staples A Christmas Carol and the Festival of Trees return to ring in the season along with hilarious Aurora alum Dulcé Sloan who will star in the NYE Comedy Spectacular. The 2022 edition of Christmas Canteen will also continue this month, running through Dec. 23. Teatro Aurora’s holiday offerings include holiday traditions from Colombia and Puerto Rico with Noche de Velas and Club Babalú Parranda Navideña. Meanwhile, Aurora Children’s Playhouse celebrates December with three entertaining shows: a new twist on ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, a spectacular North Pole talent show with The North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies and Rob Anglin’s Holiday Juggling Show. Audiences of all ages can join Aurora’s touring troop for one-night-only engagement at the theatre with Blitzen’s Reindeer Games. Aurora favorites Akrosphere Aerial & Circus Arts will present Datsuzoku, while shows from Michelle Malone & the Hot Toddies and Motown Christmas will jazz up the holidays. Rounding out the month, Southern Ballet Theatre will present its rendition of The Nutcracker.
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
A Christmas Carol
Dec. 8 – 10, 15, 17 and 21 – 23 at 8 p.m.
Dec. 10 – 11, 17 – 18 and 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Tickets start at $40
Bartow & Leslie Morgan Cabaret
Back for a 16th year, Aurora Theatre Co-Founder Anthony Rodriquez’ unforgettable one-man A Christmas Carol returns with a twist that can’t be missed. Audiences will be 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 Lawrenceville Arts Center. This can’t-miss production brings a new element while maintaining an intimate feel that captures the true spirit of Christmas!
Festival of Trees
Friday, Nov. 25 – Thursday, Dec. 22
Over 40 trees – the highest participation for a Festival of Trees to date – will deck the halls of the Lawrenceville Arts Center. From the whimsically clever to the breathtakingly spectacular, these trees have been decorated by local businesses and organizations to inspire helping others this holiday season. Attendees are encouraged to bring new unwrapped toy or non-perishable grocery items to place under their favorite tree. Donations will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrenceville, local community food banks and the outreach efforts of BLACT ATL, Inc.
Blitzen’s Reindeer Games
Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m.
Tickets start at $10
PSFCU Studio
Blitzen’s Reindeer Games is the only public performance from the spectacularly popular Reindeer Games performance group! Audiences will enjoy cheery carols and holiday-themed improv with a talented cast that includes current AppCo and AppCo alumni. This entertaining, side-splitting evening is bursting with Christmas glee!
Aurora Theatre brings holiday magic to gatherings this month with Reindeer Games! This group of talented performers can be hired to engage guests in amusing, interactive improv comedy and festive tunes. The performance lasts approximately 45 minutes and is a sure way to spruce up any holiday party. Book now on the Aurora Theatre website!
AURORA CHILDREN’S PLAYHOUSE
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
with Piccadilly Puppets
Saturday, Dec. 3, at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Tickets: $7
Metro Waterproofing Mainstage
Piccadilly Puppets presents a brand-new take on the classic holiday poem penned by Clement C. Moore more than 100 years ago. In this version performed with hand puppets, families will learn the real story of that famous night from a mouse who was an eyewitness to the whole affair. A merry tale with lots of silly twists and turns, this adorable show is sure to entertain and amuse children of all ages.
The North Pole Fa-La-La-La Follies
with That Puppet Guy
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Tickets: $7
Metro Waterproofing Mainstage
Talented residents of the North Pole bring holiday hilarity for the whole family in the North Pole’s annual talent show! The line-up of festive and fun performers includes a wisecracking fruitcake, a musical goose, tumbling teddy bears, a duo of dancing deer, the “not-so-abominable” snowman and many more exciting guests!
Holiday Juggling Show
with Ron Anglin
Saturday, Dec. 17 at 11:30 a.m.
Tickets: $7
Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage
Using toys from Christmases past, Ron Anglin presents a hilarious juggling show that will entertain children of all ages while also educating them on fascinating holiday traditions from around the world!
LAWRENCEVILLE ARTS CENTER SPECIAL LIMITED ENGAGEMENT
Datsuzoku: A Cirque Show
Friday, Dec. 2 – Sunday, Dec. 4
Tickets start at $15
Metro Waterproofing Main Stage
Aurora welcomes Akrosphere Aerial & Circus Arts as they present Datsuzoku, a dazzling holiday show for the entire family. This cirque-style performance embraces the Japanese principle of Datsuzoku – “to escape from the daily routine” – and will give audiences the feeling of transcending the ordinary and conventional. The show features the unexpected wonders, jaw-dropping feats of skill and expert storytelling that has become synonymous with Akrosphere Aerial & Circus Arts.
Michelle Malone & the Hot Toddies
Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $18
Metro Waterproofing Mainstage
Rock around the Christmas Tree with Michelle Malone and The Hot Toddies Cool Yule trio as they perform funky, blues-rock versions of holiday classics from Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Rosemary Clooney, Chuck Berry and Elvis. Grab a drink, it’s Toddie Time!
Motown Christmas
Tuesday, Dec. 22 and Wednesday, Dec. 23 at 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $25
Metro Waterproofing Main Stage
‘Tis the season for a night of Christmas cheer featuring all your Motown favorites! This cabaret-style show features the classics everyone knows and loves, mixed with that Motown flavor that can’t be beat.
TEATRO AURORA
Noche de Velas
Tuesday, Dec. 7
7 – 9 p.m.
This event is FREE
Aurora Theatre welcomes the holiday season with a gathering celebrating traditions and customs from Colombia! Family, friends and Lawrenceville’s thriving Hispanic community are invited to celebrate this special holiday tradition with food, music and a candle lighting! Bring a candle as well as an unwrapped gift or non-perishable food item to donate for our Festival of Trees and celebrate this Christmas tradition with Hermanos Calero!
Club Babalú Parranda Navideña
Friday, Dec. 16 at 8 p.m.
Tickets starting at $25
Metro Waterproofing Mainstage
Teatro Aurora’s Club Babalú wishes audiences a merry Christmas with a show that brings the holiday spirit. It’s Christmas Parranda style! This Puerto Rican tradition celebrates the best and brightest of the culture. Talented vocalists Lilliangina Quiñones and Jacky Seguí along with Frankie and the Atlanta Salsa All-Stars will create a perfect cultural Christmas experience with an array of festive Puerto Rican music.
AURORA COMEDY NIGHTS AT LAC
Dulcé Sloan – NYE Comedy Spectacular
Saturday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $25
Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage
End 2022 in stiches with the hilarious Dulcé Sloan. The one-time Aurora Theatre intern is returning to her roots at Aurora Comedy Nights. Now a correspondent for “The Daily Show with Trevor Noah,” she’s hailed as one of the sharpest, fastest rising voices in comedy. This one is sure to sell out, so get your tickets while you can.
LAWRENCEVILLE ARTS CENTER FEATURED RENTAL
The Nutcracker
Presented by Southern Ballet Theatre
Thursday, Dec. 15 – Sunday, Dec. 18
Presale tickets start at $19.50
Tickets after Dec. 9 at $24.50
Metro Waterproofing Mainstage
Southern Ballet Theatre presents their annual production of The Nutcracker as part of its 31st season. Audiences will join young Clara on her journey to a magical land of sweets alongside her dazzling nutcracker in this classic holiday ballet.
Southern Ballet Theatre is a premier dance company in the Southeast dedicated to educating, promoting and increasing appreciation of dance. Since 1991, SBT has been inspiring individuals and families through the performing arts, regardless of financial, physical or mental ability.
CONTINUING THIS MONTH
Christmas Canteen
Friday, Nov. 25 – Friday, Dec. 23
Tickets start at $40
Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage
Gwinnett’s longest-running theatrical holiday tradition returns to the lavish Clyde & Sandra Strickland Grand Stage Theatre at the Lawrenceville Arts Center. Each year this stunning revue is an explosion of Christmas magic brimming with songs and comic sketches in a heartwarming yuletide treat that delights all ages. This cup of eggnog for the holiday soul will be the highlight of the festive season!
TICKETS
Tickets are currently on sale for all December events and may be purchased online at my.lvilleartscenter.com or by calling the Box Office at 678.226.6222
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