Posted: May 28th, 2010 | Author: 4th Ward Heroes | Filed under: 4TH WARD HEROES, EVENTS
I’m sitting in the theater at 7 Stages. Several sound guys are at work placing mics and speakers, looking for cords. A family member is applying a fresh coat of pain to rafters. A band is practicing. The place is buzzing with energy and anticipation of tomorrow night’s performance. It was a year ago on May 29th that I first booked a band called The Judies. We’ve worked together ever since, and what an awesome year it has been. I am so thankful to them, especially Warren, for always answering the call and for playing their best show ever every time. I simply cannot imagine what 4th Ward Heroes would be without bands like The Judies.
On Saturday, The Judies are filming a live in studio concert at 7 Stages Theatre (1105 Euclid Ave, Little Five Points, Atlanta, GA 30307). The show is free. The Judies will take the stage at 10pm, but I strongly encourage you to get there well before doors at 9pm . The Harlequins (Cincinnati) will perform in the the lobby for the JAVA LORDS after-party, so if you don’t make it into the theatre, stick around for the private after-party which begins at midnight.
You may rsvp by clicking the poster above or via http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=125152947502135
Posted: August 25th, 2009 | Author: 4th Ward Heroes | Filed under: 4TH WARD HEROES, BLOG, EVENTS
I cannot remember the last time I went to the theater. As an undergraduate student I attended SUNY Purchase, a state university just outside of New York City with a phenomenal performing arts program, for 4 glorious years. Not a week went by that I did not visit the theater, usually several times a week. I cannot describe in words what kind of education it was to be surrounded by so many talented friends with so many wonderful projects. I too stepped on stage a time or two.
One off campus production I vividly recall was The Invisible Circus at the Union Square Theater. It was a glorious Spring evening shared with a loved one and his family. The costumes were breathtakingly beautiful. I got to share a brief exchange with Christopher Walken during intermission. It was fun to hear all the old men in wool caps refer to him as Chrissy. He lent me his zippo.
Talking with Travis and Warren the other day at Java Lords, I was reminded that there is something about the Fall that makes me want to go to the theater. I guess this could be attributed to all of those years of heading back to campus in anticipation of another year of stellar performances.
This year, I am in luck. The air is starting to cool and some very talented friends are busy at rehearsal preparing for HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical @ 7 Stages. I am super excited to go!
- http://www.7stages.org
Preview: Saturday August 29th @ 7PM, only $7
7 Stages is 30! Come celebrate with us and get an awesome preview of the famous music from HAIR, PLUS the unveiling of our new archive installation featuring 30 years of 7 Stages history. Come in your own 60’s garb, or raid our closet! $7 Admission. Passport subscriptions available $120 – $150. 7 exclusive raffle items FREE food from Shaun’s, $2 beer/wine Far out 60’s bands & dance floor Actors mingling in character Retro photo lounge & costumes.
From 7 Stages:
HAIR: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical
By: James Rado/Gerome Ragni (book/lyrics), Galt MacDermot (music)
Directed by Del Hamilton
09/12/2009 – 10/10/2009
ABOUT THE PLAY
Join us as we open our 30th season with Hair: The American Tribal Love-Rock Musical, revitalized from its successful run in 1984 during 7 Stages’ 5th Season. With a score including some of the greatest songs in theater such as “Aquarius,” “Hair” and “Let the Sunshine In,” Hair illuminates the gripping cultural movement of the 60′s and 70′s that transformed a generation.
Featuring some of Atlanta’s most exciting musical talents, the on stage, live rock band consists of four seasoned professionals: Rob Thompson on guitar (The Little Five Points Rockstar Orchestra), Sam McPherson on guitar (Sam McPherson Trio, The Little Five Points Rockstar Orchestra), David Miksch on drums (The Judies) and Steve McPeeks on bass (Nine Inch Neals, Fiend without a Face). Additionally, the all star cast includes major talent from local bands as well with Naomi Lavender as Sheila (Old Soles Company, Arianna and Found Objects of Desire – a nearly all girl experimental group likened to the Velvet Underground) Chris Love as Hud (Quench) and Warren E. Ullom III as Berger (The Judies). Lead musician Rob Thompson adds “This production really puts the band in the middle of the action. We pulled some of Atlanta’s best local rock talent out of the night clubs and on to the 7 Stages Mainstage.”
The musical follows a tribe of inspired, teenagers who believe in the growing lifestyle of free-love and pacifism in a nation stifled by intolerance and violence during the Vietnam War. As they experiment with sexual identity, explore drugs, revolt against racism, and dodge the draft, these young people celebrate the uncontrollable ideas of hope and independence that continue to echo through today’s audiences. This world famous production will inaugurate the 7 Stages 30th season on Saturday, September 12th and will run through October 11th on the Mainstage.
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Friday, Sept 11 – 8pm (Preview – $10 all tickets)
Saturday, Sept 12 – 8pm (Opening Night Celebration!)
Sunday, Sept 13 – 5pm
Thursday, Sept 17 – 8pm
Friday, Sept 18 – 8pm
Saturday, Sept 19 – 8pm
Sunday, Sept 20 – 5pm
Wednesday, Sept 23 – 8pm
Thursday, Sept 24 – 10am Matinee
Thursday, Sept 24 – 8pm
Friday, Sept 25 – 8pm
Saturday, Sept 26 – 2pm
Saturday, Sept 26 – 8pm
Sunday, Sept 27 – 5pm
Wednesday, Sept 30 – 8pm
Thursday, Oct 1 – 8pm
Friday, Oct 2 – 8pm
Saturday, Oct 3 – 7pm
Saturday, Oct 3 – 10:30pm
Sunday, Oct 4 – 5pm
Wednesday, Oct 7 – 8pm
Thursday, Oct 8 – 8pm
Friday, Oct 9 – 8pm
Saturday, Oct 10 – 7pm
Saturday, Oct 10 – 10:30pm
7 Stages Theatre – Mainstage
1105 Euclid Avenue N.E.
Atlanta, GA – United States
For tickets to Saturday August 29th Preview Click Here!
For tickets 09/12/2009 – 10/10/2009 Click Here!
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Warren Ullom has set up a facebook invite. Rsvp here:
So get your tickets, grab a loved one, a colleague, a friend, and I will see you there!
M!
