Dad's Garage Theatre Company
Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: (404) 523-3141
- Hours:
- Shows run Thu-Sat
Editorial Review for Dad's Garage Theatre Company – by Citysearch Staff
The Scene
It's a great late-night hangout for bar-weary types on the hunt for something different. Dad's Garage inhabits a suitably cavernous space in a converted warehouse in Inman Park, where fringe-culture vultures and couples looking for an offbeat first date congregate to enjoy smart improvisational comedy and substantial, cutting-edge plays.
The Experience
Dad's Garage focuses on audience-participation fare: Think "Whose Line is it Anyway?" as imagined by a group of hip Florida State grads. Improv junkies get their fixes three nights a week--amateurs try their hands on Thursday, while an ensemble cast takes over on Fridays and Saturdays. A full season of plays complements the madness: Past productions include the eventual Broadway hit "Cannibal! The Musical!" and Stephen Sondheim's musical "Assassins." You might also occasionally stumble across a traveling production by like-minded groups such as Chicago's Neo-Futurists.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyCash-deficient students should plan to visit on Thursdays or Sundays, when shows are half-off with valid ID.
Know Before You GoBefore or after the show, take your date to Sotto Sotto for fancy Italian fare or Johnny's Pizza & Subs for cheaper grub. Both are within walking distance.
The ExtrasWant to be an improvisational actor? Take an eight-week class for $160. Garage volunteers get $5 off.
User Reviews for Dad's Garage Theatre Company
02/11/2008 Posted by Ablack
My friends and I went to Dad's Garage for my b'day after hearing such great things about it. The show was Poker Night at the White House and we figured it would have to be funny since this is a comedy club. It was horrible. If there was an intermission we would have left. We did not understand the humor in it whatsoever. It made little sense and just wasn't funny. Do not waste your $20. Go have a drink instead.
06/26/2007 Posted by xenola
Hmm, Where do I begin? I first attended a show at Dad's in mid-2005. I've been there every week ever since. In addition to the quality shows and pure genius improv, the casual, comfortable atmosphere makes you feel right at home from the moment you step through the door. The people there are amazing -- both on and off-stage. The humor is creative and intelligent, with just the right amount of quirk. It's always a great time. There's nowhere else quite like it. Just be warned that you'll feel a strange gravitation to return as soon as possible.
Pros: Price, People, High quality entertainment.
Cons: Just don't leave valuables in your car.
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