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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

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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? Don’t miss our CL Recommends for curated picks across all categories — including top theater shows this week.

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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

02/25/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

02/26/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

02/27/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

02/28/2026 2:00 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

02/28/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
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Broadway in Atlanta presents Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Opening Night)

02/28/2026 7:30 PM
Fox Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat., Mar. 21
Harry Potter & The Cursed Child, Fox Theatre - Like...

—Read Article
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Broadway in Atlanta presents Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

03/01/2026 1:00 PM
Fox Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat., Mar. 21
Harry Potter & The Cursed Child, Fox Theatre - Like...

—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

03/01/2026 2:00 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
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Broadway in Atlanta presents Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

03/01/2026 7:00 PM
Fox Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat., Mar. 21
Harry Potter & The Cursed Child, Fox Theatre - Like...

—Read Article
25 26 TNEW 300x200 Duel

Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

03/01/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article
25 26 TNEW 300x200 Duel

Alliance Theatre presents Duel Reality

03/01/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Fri., Feb. 6 - Sun., Mar. 1
Duel Reality, Alliance Theater - The Montreal-based...

—Read Article

Plays Musicals Opening this Week

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Alliance Theatre presents Fires, Ohio (Opening Night)

02/25/2026 7:30 PM
Alliance Theatre
Fires, Ohio (World Premiere, Winner of the Allianc...
—Read Article
Harry Potter 1180 X 664 F40d04fd3b

Broadway in Atlanta presents Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Opening Night)

02/28/2026 7:30 PM
Fox Theatre

CRITIC'S PICK:
Sat, Feb 28 - Sat., Mar. 21
Harry Potter & The Cursed Child, Fox Theatre - Like...

—Read Article

Kids and Families

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Pete the Cat

02/25/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
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Pete the Cat

02/25/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

02/26/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

02/26/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

02/27/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

02/27/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

02/28/2026 11:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

02/28/2026 1:00 PM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/01/2026 1:00 PM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed

03/01/2026 2:00 PM
Alliance Theatre
Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience (...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/01/2026 3:00 PM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Alliance Theatre presents Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed

03/01/2026 4:30 PM
Alliance Theatre
Naked Mole Rat Gets Dressed: The Rock Experience (...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/04/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/04/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/05/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/05/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/06/2026 10:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/06/2026 11:30 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/07/2026 11:00 AM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article
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Pete the Cat

03/07/2026 1:00 PM
Center For Puppetry Arts
Puppet Shows | Ages 4+



Feeling Groovy!

Based o...
—Read Article

Theater Events Calendar


Atlanta Theater Calendar | Plays, Musicals & Live Performances



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“A Founding Friendship and its Discontents: John Adams and Thomas Jefferson”

Monday February 23, 2026 02:00 PM EST 02/23/2026 2:00 PM
Atlanta History Center Cost: $130/$140 part of 7 lecture series
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community::Lectures
Please note that the series package includes all 7 lectures taking place every Monday from January 26 to March 9, 2026. Tickets for single lectures will be available beginning December 1, 2025 What is civic friendship, and why does it matter? Thomas Jefferson and John Adams were founding friends ... [click here for more]
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Give Back Monday at Gate City Brewing

Monday February 23, 2026 05:00 PM EST 02/23/2026 5:00 PM
Gate City Brewing Company Cost: Free+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Community, Community::Benefits, Food and Drink, Food and Drink::Beer/Wine/Distillery Events
Raise a glass for a great cause!

Join us for Give Back Monday at Gate City Brewing Company, where $1 from every drink sold will be donated to the Mimms Museum.  Enjoy craft beer, good company, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Sip with purpose and celebrate innovation... [click here for more]
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Reel Truth: American Coup Wilmington 1898

Monday February 23, 2026 06:30 PM EST 02/23/2026 6:30 PM
National Center for Civil and Human Rights Cost: $6-$12
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts, Community, Holidays and Special Events
Join the National Center for Civil and Human Rights for a powerful evening of film and conversation at Reel Truth: American Coup: Wilmington 1898. This gripping documentary reveals the long-suppressed story of the 1898 white supremacist coup and race massacre in Wilmington, North Carolina—violence t... [click here for more]
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Stephane Wrembel

Monday February 23, 2026 07:00 PM EST 02/23/2026 7:00 PM
Eddie's Attic Cost: From $28.92
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music

CRITIC'S PICK:
Mon., Feb. 23
Stephane Wrembel, Eddie's Attic - This dazzling, internationally...

[click here for more]
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Paint & Pint @ Sweetwater Brewing

Monday February 23, 2026 07:00 PM EST 02/23/2026 7:00 PM
SweetWater Brewing Company Cost: $50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts, Community, Food and Drink, Holidays and Special Events, Music, Nightlife
Paint & Pint @ Sweetwater

I think mentally, we’re all here right now. So why not join us in painting your very own tropical sunset scene at @sweetwatertaproom 

Come out Monday, February 23rd, for a warm painting class filled with sunshine & beer! 

RSVP TICKETS ARE REQUIRED & INCLUDE

(1) drink ... [click here for more]
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BAM! Black Artists in Music

Monday February 23, 2026 07:00 PM EST 02/23/2026 7:00 PM
SCADshow Cost: $20 for SCAD Card holders, seniors, and military; and $45 for the general public
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Arts::Theater, Music
BAM! Black Artists in Music, SCAD’s acclaimed concert series celebrating Black History Month and Black musical artists, is back once again! This magnetic concert will feature Grammy Award-nominated actor Avery Wilson (The Wiz) and Tony Award-nominated actor Amber Iman (Lempicka) as well as other spe... [click here for more]
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WWE Monday Night RAW

Monday February 23, 2026 07:30 PM EST 02/23/2026 7:30 PM
State Farm Arena Cost: $35–$150
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Concerts
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Mad Gallica: The Vortex Awakens Tour

Monday February 23, 2026 08:00 PM EST 02/23/2026 8:00 PM
Smith's Olde Bar Cost: $19.03 ($15.00 + $4.03 fee)+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change. Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Music::Live-Music
Event Description January 5th, 2026 — Rising “rock popera” artist Mad Gallica announces a limited run of curated live performances in her upcoming debut tour, The Vortex Awakens, marking her first tour of 2026. The Southeast-routed run will bring her immersive liveexperience to Atl... [click here for more]

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