Speakeysie News Desk

LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (November 8, 2024) – This winter, Lawrenceville Arts Center, home of the award-winning Aurora Theatre, invites you to experience the magic of the holidays with a spectacular lineup of festive shows and events. Our Holiday Happenings series is designed to ignite the yuletide spirit in every guest. Whether you’re looking for family-friendly entertainment, seasonal treats, or unforgettable live shows, join us as we transform the Lawrenceville Arts Center into a holiday wonderland!

 Christmas Canteen

November 29 – December 22

Tickets starting at $34

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.”

For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/canteen/

 

Festival of Trees

November 28 – December 23
FREE

Visit our lobbies this holiday season for our Festival of Trees! Local businesses have decked our halls with beautifully decorated trees. Participating is easy!

•             ★Visit our campus for a performance or during our box office hours.
•             ★Take a stroll through our wonderland of trees, each one dressed up in its holiday best!
•             ★Bring unwrapped toys and non-perishable grocery goods to donate.
•             ★Place your donations under your favorite tree to vote for this year’s winner.

 

Your donations are greatly appreciated and will contribute to our toy drives with The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrenceville and BLACT ATL. As well as feed hundreds of families with the Lawrenceville Co-Op Ministry!
https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/festival-of-trees/

 

 

AURORA COMEDY NIGHTS

 Rachel Dratch, Matt Walsh, and Friends: Chicago Style Improv

January 10, 2025 | 7:30PM

Tickets starting at $35

Get ready for an evening of unscripted hilarity asSaturday Night Live alum Rachel Dratch and Veepstar Matt Walsh take the stage with a lineup of talented comedians. With no script and endless possibilities, this improv show promises side-splitting moments and spontaneous fun that will have you laughing out loud from start to finish. Don’t miss this rare chance to see improv legends create comedy magic live!

For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/dratch/

 

LIMITED ENGAGEMENT

Locals & Legends Jazz Concert

November 15 | 7:30PM

Tickets starting at $25

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.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/local-legends/

Avia: A Cirque Show
December 6 & 7 | 7PM
December 7 & 8 | 2:30PM
Tickets starting at $15
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.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/avia/

Joe Gransden and His Little Big Band Holiday Concert

December 16 | 7:30PM

Tickets starting at $25

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.

“Joe has an innate ability to connect with an audience. His singing and trumpet playing are world class. Throw in his 16-piece big band and you have something very special!” – Smokey Robinson
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/joe-gransden-and-his-big-banddec/

A Motown Christmas

December 11 – 15 | 7PM
December 14 & 15 | 2:30PM
Tickets starting at $25
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.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/motown-christmas/

SLEIGH!: A Holiday Edition of Drag Cabaret, Cocktails, & Comedy
December 28 | 7:30PM
Tickets $25
Get ready to sleigh the holiday season with Sleigh: a holiday edition of Drag Cocktails, Comedy, and Cabaret! Hosted by the always entertaining Brent Star, this fabulous holiday drag extravaganza is packed with fierce performances, hilarious comedy, and plenty of festive cheer. Featuring crafted cocktails, iconic holiday hits, and ridiculous humor, this festive night will leave you laughing, cheering, and feeling jolly. Perfect for drag fans and holiday lovers alike, this show promises sparkle, music, and fabulous fun. ‘Tis the season to sleigh!
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/sleigh/

It’s the Drag Bingo, Brent Star!
November 16 | 7:30PM
Tickets starting at $25
Step into a Peanuts-inspired world of fabulous fun at Bingo Fabulous: It’s the Drag Bingo, Brent Star! Join the one and only Brent Star for an evening of classic bingo with a whimsical twist, inspired by the beloved Charlie Brown special. Get ready for an evening that’s way more than just bingo—it’s the ultimate Charlie Brown-inspired drag bingo experience!
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/bingo-fabulous-drag-bingo-nov/

Freaky Friday the Musical
Presented by Georgia Gwinnett Collage, in collaboration with Aurora Theatre
November 15-16 | 8PM
November 17 | 2:30PM
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.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/freakyfriday/

GLOBAL

Noche de Velas
December 7 | 6PM
FREE Admission
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!
For more information or become a vendor: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/noche-de-velas/

Club Babalu – Parranda Navidena
December 14 | 5PM & 8PM
Tickets starting at $25
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!
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/parranda-navidena/

 

MOVIES

Southern Circuit – Family Tree: A Documentary
November 18 | 7PM
Tickets $5
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.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/family-tree/

LAC Movie Night: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
December 4 | 7:30PM
FREE Admission
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is a classic holiday comedy that follows the misadventures of the well-meaning but hapless Clark Griswold (Chevy Chase) as he attempts to create the perfect Christmas for his family. As he decks the halls with excessive decorations and plans a memorable celebration, everything that can go wrong does. From malfunctioning lights to surprise guests and a bonus check mishap, Clark’s holiday dreams quickly spiral into chaos. With plenty of slapstick humor, quirky relatives, and holiday disasters, the film delivers laughs while highlighting the ups and downs of family during the festive season.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/lampoon/

LAC Movie Night: The Grinch (2018)
December 23 | 2:30PM
FREE Admission
The Grinch is the newest adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ 1957 book How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Follow The Grinch, a furry green grump who lives on a mountain with  his pet dog Max. His quiet way of life is threatened when the Whos of Whoville plan the biggest, brightest, and loudest Christmas of all. With no other choice, The Grinch and Max take matters in their own hands, suiting up as Santa Claus and pulling off the holiday heist of the century. However, The Grinch’s plan goes awry when he meets a little girl named Cindy Lou Who who tries to teach him the meaning of Christmas and… kindness.

 

CHILDREN’S PLAYHOUSE

Holiday Juggling Show
November 16 | 11:30AM
Tickets: $7
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.
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/juggling/

’Twas the Night Before Christmas
December 7 | 10AM & 11:30AM
Tickets: $7
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas with Piccadilly Puppets.
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!
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/twas/

North Pole Fa La La La Follies
December 14 | 10AM & 11:30AM
Tickets: $7
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!
For tickets and more information: https://www.auroratheatre.com/productions-and-programs/view/follies/

 

For tickets and information call 678.226.6222 or visit www.auroratheatre.com