>> events >> arts >> theater Atlanta Theater Events & Live Performances Atlanta Theater Highlights This Week Plays & Musicals Opening This Week Theater for Kids & Families Upcoming Theater Events in Atlanta Critic's Pick: CL Recommends October 23 Related: Visual Arts Theater Film Dance Books Spoken Word Opera Art Festivals Cultural Festivals Atlanta’s theater scene is as dynamic as the city itself — from blockbuster Broadway tours and local premieres to experimental works and outdoor Shakespeare. Whether you're catching a new play at the Alliance Theatre or fringe performances around town, our theater calendar spotlights the best live shows happening now. For even more arts events, browse our Arts Events in Atlanta calendar or explore related listings like Opera and Art Festivals. Atlanta Theater Highlights this Week Looking for our critic's picks for stage performances, opening night recommendations, and editor favorites? 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Center for Puppetry Arts: Fall Special Exhibitions (thursdays) 10/23/2025 10:00 AM Center For Puppetry Arts CRITIC’S PICK: 70 Years of The Jim Henson Company Pop-Up Exhibit, Center for Puppetry Arts - The... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/23/2025 7:30 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Synchronicity Theatre presents The Rocket Men 10/23/2025 8:00 PM Synchronicity Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 10 – Sun., Nov. 2 The Rocket Men, Synchronicity Theatre — The genesis... —Read Article Center for Puppetry Arts: Fall Special Exhibitions (fridays) 10/24/2025 10:00 AM Center For Puppetry Arts CRITIC’S PICK: 70 Years of The Jim Henson Company Pop-Up Exhibit, Center for Puppetry Arts - The... —Read Article Sumo + Sushi 10/24/2025 7:00 PM Shadowbox Studios CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 24 Sumo + Sushi Atlanta, Shadowbox Studios — Sumo + Sushi is exactly... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/24/2025 7:30 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Synchronicity Theatre presents The Rocket Men 10/24/2025 8:00 PM Synchronicity Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 10 – Sun., Nov. 2 The Rocket Men, Synchronicity Theatre — The genesis... —Read Article Center for Puppetry Arts: Fall Special Exhibitions (saturdays) 10/25/2025 11:00 AM Center For Puppetry Arts CRITIC’S PICK: 70 Years of The Jim Henson Company Pop-Up Exhibit, Center for Puppetry Arts - The... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/25/2025 2:00 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Sumo + Sushi 10/25/2025 5:00 PM Shadowbox Studios CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 24 Sumo + Sushi Atlanta, Shadowbox Studios — Sumo + Sushi is exactly... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/25/2025 7:30 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Synchronicity Theatre presents The Rocket Men 10/25/2025 8:00 PM Synchronicity Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 10 – Sun., Nov. 2 The Rocket Men, Synchronicity Theatre — The genesis... —Read Article Sumo + Sushi 10/25/2025 8:30 PM Shadowbox Studios CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 24 Sumo + Sushi Atlanta, Shadowbox Studios — Sumo + Sushi is exactly... —Read Article Center for Puppetry Arts: Fall Special Exhibitions (sundays) 10/26/2025 1:00 PM Center For Puppetry Arts CRITIC’S PICK: 70 Years of The Jim Henson Company Pop-Up Exhibit, Center for Puppetry Arts - The... —Read Article Sumo + Sushi 10/26/2025 1:30 PM Shadowbox Studios CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 24 Sumo + Sushi Atlanta, Shadowbox Studios — Sumo + Sushi is exactly... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/26/2025 2:00 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Synchronicity Theatre presents The Rocket Men 10/26/2025 5:00 PM Synchronicity Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 10 – Sun., Nov. 2 The Rocket Men, Synchronicity Theatre — The genesis... —Read Article Sumo + Sushi 10/26/2025 5:00 PM Shadowbox Studios CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 24 Sumo + Sushi Atlanta, Shadowbox Studios — Sumo + Sushi is exactly... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/26/2025 7:30 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Center for Puppetry Arts: Fall Special Exhibitions (Tuesdays) 10/28/2025 10:00 AM Center For Puppetry Arts CRITIC’S PICK: 70 Years of The Jim Henson Company Pop-Up Exhibit, Center for Puppetry Arts - The... —Read Article Alliance Theatre presents Covenant 10/29/2025 7:30 PM Alliance Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Wed., Oct. 8 – Sun., Nov. 9 Covenant, Alliance Theatre —Young Avery is desperate... —Read Article Synchronicity Theatre presents The Rocket Men 10/29/2025 8:00 PM Synchronicity Theatre CRITIC’S PICK: Fri., Oct. 10 – Sun., Nov. 2 The Rocket Men, Synchronicity Theatre — The genesis... —Read Article Plays Musicals Opening this Week Authenticity Theater presents Between Riverside and Crazy (Opening Night) 10/23/2025 8:00 PM 7 Stages Theatre Ex-cop and recent widower Walter “Pops” Washington... —Read Article DramaTech presents Mr. Burns: a post-electric play - Part 3 (Opening Night) 10/23/2025 8:00 PM Ferst Center For The Arts Mr. Burns: A Post-Electric Play by Anne Washburn ... —Read Article Out Front Theatre presents 9 to 5 The Musical (Opening Night) 10/23/2025 8:00 PM Out Front Theatre Company 9 to 5 The Musical October 23 - November 8, 2... —Read Article Kids and Families Center for Puppetry Arts: Fall Special Exhibitions (fridays) 10/24/2025 10:00 AM Center For Puppetry Arts CRITIC’S PICK: 70 Years of The Jim Henson Company Pop-Up Exhibit, Center for Puppetry Arts - The... —Read Article YPC: Aliens Alive, A STEAM Show 10/29/2025 10:45 AM Spivey Hall YPC: Aliens Alive, A STEAM Show This highly inte... —Read Article OnStage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event (Opening Night) 11/07/2025 8:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/08/2025 8:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/09/2025 3:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 11/12/2025 10:00 AM Center For Puppetry Arts A Holiday Classic Returns to the Stage! —Read Article Youth Spotlight: Seussical Jr. 11/13/2025 7:30 PM Woodstock Arts Theatre About DISCOVER...YOUR IMAGINATION! Guided by Th... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/14/2025 8:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/15/2025 8:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/16/2025 3:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart 11/21/2025 2:00 PM Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like T... —Read Article Gabby's Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart 11/21/2025 6:00 PM Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Terrapin Station Entertainment and TEG Life Like T... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/21/2025 8:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents Dragons Love Tacos (Opening Night) 11/22/2025 10:30 AM Act3 Productions This deliciously funny show, based on the #1 New Y... —Read Article Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents Dragons Love Tacos 11/22/2025 2:30 PM Act3 Productions This deliciously funny show, based on the #1 New Y... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - An OSA Special Event 11/22/2025 8:00 PM OnStage Atlanta Theater for Young Adults & Special Events The Li... —Read Article Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents Dragons Love Tacos 11/23/2025 12:30 PM Act3 Productions This deliciously funny show, based on the #1 New Y... —Read Article Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents Dragons Love Tacos 11/23/2025 2:30 PM Act3 Productions This deliciously funny show, based on the #1 New Y... —Read Article OnSatage Atlanta presents The Lifespan of a Fact - 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