WHAT’S ON

COMING SOON:

CULLUD WATTAH

SEPTEMBER 21 – OCTOBER 15

BY ERIKA DICKERSON-DESPENZA
DIRECTED BY AMANDA WASHINGTON

“One of the most emotionally impactful plays I have ever seen or read… and will leave you with a feeling like nothing you’ve experienced in a theatre before.” – Freddie Ashley

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THE FEARLESS GALA

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Join us on November 4, 2023 at 7pm for a special night of celebration to ring in the new season at Actor’s Express. Enjoy food, drinks, a fabulous cabaret curated by Artistic Director Freddie Ashley, and get ready to raise some funds to support your favorite Atlanta theatre.

Don’t miss this FEARLESS party!
All gala tickets include reserved table seating, complimentary drinks throughout the night and fabulous dinner.

VIP tables of 2, 6, or 10 with individual service are available by emailing [email protected] or calling 404-607-7469.

NOT TO BE MISSED:

LIBBY’S AT THE EXPRESS

HO HO HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
DECEMBER 14 – 17, 2023

She’s back! Atlanta cabaret legend Libby Whittemore reprises her annual holiday show “Ho, Ho, Home for the Holidays and a Connie Sue Day Christmas” at Actor’s Express this December.

A TRADITION LIKE NO OTHER

VALENTINE LOVE
FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Atlanta cabaret legend Libby Whittemore sings songs of love at Actor’s Express February 10, 2024.

CUDDLE UP WITH SONGS OF THE SEASON

SEASON 36 IS HERE

Welcome to Season 36!

Get ready for a season of exhilarating, authentic and groundbreaking stories.

Subscriptions are available NOW!

FREDDIE ASHLEY
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

An Open Letter from the Metro Atlanta Arts Community in the Wake of the Lyric’s Closing

On Tuesday, March 7th, we were devastated to hear that the Atlanta Lyric Theatre has shut down after 42 seasons. Not only is its closing a loss for our vibrant industry, it is also an indicator that if left unchecked, the crisis in the theatre and arts sectors caused by the COVID-19 shutdowns will continue to ravage our community. To mitigate the ongoing effects of the crisis the arts leaders of Metro Atlanta have come together to call for systemic change that will allow the arts to thrive again.

Please join us in this effort.

Isake Akanke and Candy McLellan in An Octoroon (2019). Photo by Casey Gardner Ford Photography.

Actor’s Express is located in the heart of West Midtown inside The King Plow Arts Center, one of Atlanta’s largest commercial, performing and visual arts centers.

Whether you’re coming to see your first AE performance or returning after some time away, check out our First Timer’s Guide to help you make the most of your visit.

As a non-profit theater organization, Actor’s Express relies on the support of our donors, season subscribers and single ticket buyers. However, ticket sales account for less than half of our operating funds. With the impact that current events have had on the arts community, your support is needed now more than ever. Please consider donating to help AE continue to create the type of bold and forward-thinking performances you won’t see anywhere else. Your donation is 100% tax-deductible.