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Best of December 2009

Address: The New American Shakespeare Tavern • 499 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 Category: Performance - Theater - Drama Dates: November 27 - December 23, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

If it's already part of your holiday tradition to see this show, then you'll definitely want to check out the Shakespeare Tavern's production. If not, there's no time like the Christmas Present to start your appreciation for the classic Dickens tale. Seeing Scrooge and the Christmas ghosts never gets old – and may...

Address: High Museum of Art • 1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 Category: Museum Event - Art Exhibit Dates: September 1 - January 3, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

There are many depictions of the South – some real, some imagined. This exhibit lets you see how photographer Alec Soth views the region, from studies of nature to portraits of everyone from monks to campers. Soth's pictures of the rural South are inspired by the work of Flannery O'Connor, and the influence of...

Address: Fabulous Fox Theatre • 660 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 Category: Holiday / Seasonal Event - Christmas Dates: December 11 - December 27, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Escape to an enchanted land where holiday parties sparkle and fairy tales come to life. Whether you've seen The Nutcracker once or a dozen times, there's always something new to enjoy – and even more so this year when the Atlanta Ballet celebrates its 50th anniversary of the holiday show. The Nutcracker is also an...

Address: Philips Arena • 1 Philips Dr, Atlanta, GA 30303 Category: Sports Event - Hockey Dates: December 12 - December 21, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Though hockey still doesn't enjoy the kind of popularity in Atlanta that it does in other US cities, there are still lots of dedicated Thrashers fans – and seeing a game makes for an entertaining evening out. Tickets are reasonably priced, with admission starting at $10. Of course, you might be most attracted to the...

Address: Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, John A. Williams Theatre • 2800 Cobb Galleria Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30339 Category: Performance - Theater - Other Dates: December 16 - December 20, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Though you've always been entertained by Billy Crystal, you can't deny that you've also wanted to know more about the performer himself. Now's your chance, because Crystal is bringing his Tony Award-winning autobiographical show to Atlanta. In 700 Sundays, he depicts characters who've had an impact on him. The two-act...

Address: Centennial Olympic Park • 265 Park Ave West NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 Category: Sports Event - Ice Skating Dates: November 14 - January 31, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Nothing says "winter wonderland" more than ice skating atop a frozen pond. Of course, in Atlanta, frozen ponds are in rather short supply, thanks to the city's mild winters. That's where the outdoor rink at Centennial Park comes in. It provides an ideal place for visitors to play safely (there's no danger of falling...

Address: Strand Theatre • 117 N Park Sq, Marietta, GA 30060 Category: Performance - Theater - Musical Dates: December 4 - December 20, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

This production is so engaging that it's been made for television no less than three times. Of course, the tale of a would-be princess and her magical evening has added appeal when you see it in person. Plus, the recently renovated Strand Theatre makes the trip to Marietta Square even more worthwhile. Plan to arrive...

Address: Decatur Presbyterian Church • 205 Sycamore St, Decatur, GA 30030 Category: Literary Event - Reading Dates: December 4, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

If you're a fan of mysteries, then it's quite likely that you've worked your way through the alphabet with author Sue Grafton and her Kinsey Millhone series. In this appearance, Grafton discusses her latest novel, U is for Undertow, which goes on sale December 1, 2009. Of course, she'll probably be happy to answer...

Address: Peachtree St, Downtown Atlanta, Atlanta, GA Category: Holiday / Seasonal Event - Christmas Dates: December 5, 2009 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

Even if gift-giving may be a little lighter than usual this year, that's no reason to stay at home like an old Scrooge. Get your family in the holiday spirit by attending this parade that winds through the streets of downtown Atlanta. Although standing on the sidewalk to watch the floats and bands pass by is free, you...

Address: Horizon Theatre • 1083 Austin Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 Category: Performance - Theater - Comedy Dates: November 27 - January 3, 2010 User rating:      (Rate It!)    |    Add to a Suitcase

No holiday season is complete without a few laughs, and Santaland Diaries delivers them in spades. Written by humorist David Sedaris, the show is based on the This American Life contributor's days working as an elf for Macy's. The play depicts Crumpet the elf, an angry Santa's helper if ever there were one, who shares...