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Thursday, April 25, 2013

'Barabbas' Continues at New Dawn Theater in Duluth

The play depicts the Crucifixion of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Barabbas.

The Crucifixion of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Barabbas continues on stage at New Dawn Theater in Duluth. “Barabbas” will be presented through May 5. In the play, Barabbas, a murderer and a thief, is imprisoned at the same time as Jesus. Pontius Pilate frees Barabbas after angry crowds call for his release and the crucifixion of Jesus. Barabbas’ life changes after Jesus died for him, rose from the dead, and came to see him. Performances are scheduled at 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday with 2 p.m. Sunday matinees. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for senior citizens 51-plus and children 16 and under. Discount tickets at $10 each are available for groups of 10 or more. The cast and crew are selling tickets for $10 each. The play…

Thursday, April 18, 2013

'Barabbas' Opens at New Dawn Theater

The Crucifixtion of Jesus as seen through the eyes of Barabbas opened Thursday, April 18, and continues through May 5 at New Dawn Theater in Duluth.

“Barabbas,” a powerful drama about the Crucifixation of Jesus, opened Thursday, April 18, at New Dawn Theater in Duluth. In the play, the Crucification is seen through the eyes of Barabbas, a murderer and a thief, imprisoned at the same time as Jesus. Pontius Pilate freed Barabbas after angry crowds called for his release and the crucifixion of Jesus. Barabbas’ life changed after Jesus died for him, rose from the dead, and came to see him. Performances are scheduled at 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday with 2 p.m. Sunday matinees April 18-May 5. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for senior citizens 51-plus and children 16 and under. Discount tickets at $10 each are available for groups of 10 or more. The cast and crew are selling …

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Final Performances of 'Enchanted April' in Duluth

Romantic comedy continues at New Dawn Theater Thursday through Sunday, March 7-10.

New Dawn Theater in Duluth is presenting the final performances of its production of “Enchanted April" Thursday, March 7-Sunday, March 10. The curtain goes up at 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain. The romantic comedy, based on a 1922 novel of the same name, is set in a villa in sunny italy. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for senior citizens 51+ and children 15 and under. Season tickets, which include five productions and a special event, are available at $70 for adults, $55 for senior citizens and children. To reserve tickets, visit http://www.newdawntheatercompany.com/ or call the box office at 678-887-5015. Discount $10 tickets may also be purchased from any cast …

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Take Your Sweetheart Out Dining & Dancing

New Dawn Theater hosting fourth annual Valentines Dinner Dance Saturday, Feb. 9.

New Dawn Theater in Duluth will host a romantic evening of dining and dancing from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9.  The fourth annual Valentines Dinner Dance will feature dinner catered by Steverino’s and dancing to music by DJ Josh Garcia. A cash bar provided by Best of Brews will be available. Attire is semi-formal (party dresses or long gowns for the ladies and suits of tuxes for the men). Admission is $25 a person. Attendees must be 17 and older. Reservations are due by noon Wednesday, Feb. 6. Special song requests will be accepted with reservations. Call 678-887-5015 or visit http://www.newdawntheatercompany.com/ to make reservations

Friday, December 21, 2012

Last Chance to See 'A Not So Silent Night'

This is the last weekend to see original Christmas production at the New Dawn Theater in Duluth. The play reaffirms Christmas miracles.

This is the last weekend to see the original Christmas production of “A Not So Silent Night (A Soldier's Christmas Story)” at New Dawn Theater Company. The final performances are at 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 21, 22 and 23, and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 22 and 23. The play is written and directed by Sherry Ingbritsen, president and artistic director of the New Dawn Theater. While his family is home preparing for a wonderful Christmas holiday in Kentucky, Rusty sits in a medical tent in Iraq, at the bedside of Joe, a wounded army buddy. At home, Rusty's wife Danielle and their children gather for dinner. Joe needs a miracle to help him make it through the night. He left his young wife Miranda and a baby he hasn't seen …

Friday, December 7, 2012

'A Not So Silent Night' Continues at New Dawn

The original Christmas play reaffirms magic of Christmas during its run Dec. 6-23 in Duluth.

New Dawn Theater Company is performing its original Christmas production of "A Not So Silent Night" (A Soldier's Christmas Story) Thursday, Dec. 6, through Dec. 23. The play is especially meaningful for families who have members serving in the military away from home during the holidays. Written and directed by Sherry Ingbritsen, president and artistic director of the New Dawn Theater, the play reaffirms the magic of Christmas. Performance dates are Dec 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23 at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. There will be a special performance at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 13. The play opens at Christmastime. Snow is on the ground, homes are decorated with pretty lights, …

Jean H

2:22 pm on Thursday, December 6, 2012

Looking forward to seeing the show! So appreciate our local theater....   more ›

Sunday, October 7, 2012

'Chair-ish the Arts' at Duluth Library

Twenty-three decorated chairs turned in at Duluth Branch for contest as part of Gwinnett County Public Library's Fall Into the Arts program.

Drop by the Duluth Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library this week to see the creatively decorated chairs that have entered in for the “Chair-ish the Arts” competition. “Chairs have been turned in at all library branches, but Duluth had a monumental showing with 23 chairs,” Duluth Branch Librarian Lorena Gay-Griffin said. Most of Duluth’s entries were contributed by students at SKA Academy, a children’s art school in Duluth, she said. System-wide, 71 chairs were submitted. Voting on the chairs begins Monday, Oct. 8. Notebooks with photos of all chairs will be distributed to the various library branches in order for patrons to vote on their favorites. Votes may also be cast online. The winner will be featured on the GCPL website and …

Jean H

10:50 am on Monday, October 8, 2012

What a creative idea to bring more awareness to the arts... Creativity abounds! Hope many take advantage of the show on Thursday night at New Dawn Theater. Let's continue to Support the ARTS!   more ›

Friday, September 28, 2012

Get Out: Weekend Planner

Comprehensive list of weekend activities compiled by the Gwinnett Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

Here are some of the things happening in Duluth and Gwinnett County Sept. 28-30. First and foremost, it's Duluth Fall Festival Weekend. The festival opens with a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday and continues Sunday featuring a carnival, arts and crafts booths, live entertainment, food vendors and more on the Duluth Town Green. This is the festival's 30th Anniversary year. Festival hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit the festival website at www.duluthfallfestival.org. Eddie Owen Presents Grace Pettis with The Highlanders as special guests at 8 p.m. Friday at the Red Clay Theatre in Duluth. Doors open at 7 p.m. The concert starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15-$18. www.eddieowenpresents.com …

Friday, September 7, 2012

Get Out: Weekend Planner

Comprehensive list of weekend activities compiled by the Gwinnett Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

Here are some of the things happening in Duluth and Gwinnett County Sept. 7-9. Kurt's Bistro is hosting a Fallfest featuring live entertainment, daily bar and patio drink specials and a fall menu Friday and Saturday. For details visit www.kurtsrestaurant.com. "The Velveteen Rabbit" continues at the New Dawn Theater at 11 a.m.  Saturday. Tickets are $6 and $7. Reserve tickets online at www.newdawntheatercompany.com. Pop singer Norwood is appearing in a concert with the Peachtree Ridge Orchestra Players at 8 p.m. Friday at the Red Clay Theatre. Order tickets $10- $15 through "Eddie Owens Presents." Country-rock singer-songwriter Michelle Malone will be appearing at the Red Clay Theatre Saturday with Dede Vogt and Carolyn Aiken. Doors open at…

Friday, August 31, 2012

Get Out: Weekend Planner

Comprehensive list of Labor Day Weekend activities compiled by the Gwinnett Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

Here are some of the things happening Labor Day Weekend in Duluth and Gwinnett County Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Wild Bill's will stage a concert Friday featuring Matt Stillwell at 9:30 p.m. Friday. Admission is $10-$50. "You Can't Take It With You" continues at the New Dawn Theater at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets range fom $15-$15. Country-rock singer-songwriter Hannah Thomas will celebrate a record release at "Eddie Owen Presents" at the Red Clay Theatre Saturday. Also appearing will be special guest Jennifer Daniels. Doors open at 7 p.m.; the concert starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.  Click on the pdf accompanying this article for a comprehensive list of weekend events compiled by the …

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