NEWS BRIEF: Vaccine hesitancy hits the funny bone at Dad’s Garage
No laughing matter, but a good angle
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A nationwide campaign using the arts to overcome vaccine hesitancy is granting funds to Dad’s Garage in Atlanta. The effort by the CDC Foundation will allow the nonprofit theatre company to create a series of improv shows in partnership with local public health leaders to craft a pro-vaccine message, according to a press release. “We believe comedy can be used to say something serious,” says Dad’s Garage Artistic Director Tim Stoltenberg. “Humor can help people see an issue, such as the importance of vaccination, from a new perspective. Our hope is that by getting people to laugh, we will also create lifelong vaccine supporters.” broadwayworld.com
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Dad’s Garage Theatre
Dad’s Garage is a non-profit comedy theatre located in the heart of Atlanta’s historic Old Fourth Ward neighborhood. With award-winning Atlanta improv comedy, scripted shows, and a fully-stocked bar, we’re a major part of Atlanta nightlife and a great venue for date night. Come see us Thursday through Saturday, every week of the year. We do it all from improv classes, theatrical plays, corporate workshops, private shows, video production, and more! Basically, if it has to do with comedy, Dad’s Garage does it.