The Fox Theatre
Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: (404) 881-2100
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- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 10am-3pm
Editorial Review for The Fox Theatre – by Charles Marx
The Scene
Decadent doesn't begin to describe it. This lavish 1920s structure was built as a Yaarab Temple Shrine Mosque and features Moorish designs inside and out. Highlights include onion domes, minarets and arches. Every surface is decorated with ornate plasterwork, some of it gilded. Huge ballrooms play host to opulent affairs. The main entrance opens on to a pair of elegant staircases that sweep patrons into the upper balconies or onto the main floor. The auditorium is an Arabian courtyard, with stars twinkling overhead. One special feature: Mighty Mo, a colossal theater organ with four keyboards, 3,622 pipes, 376 stops and 42 ranks.
The Draw
The Fox was in danger of being bulldozed for a parking lot in the early 1970s, but locals raised money to save and restore the venue. Musicals, pop performances, acrobat troupes, classic films, the Atlanta Opera and the Atlanta Ballet, among others, share the stage at this stunning Atlanta landmark.
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Insider Tips
Save MoneyBecome a volunteer usher and see the shows for free. (This applies to anyone 18 years of age or older).
ParkingThere's $5 parking nearby, including the lot next door and several along Ponce on the other side of Peachtree.
Know Before You GoShows too expensive? See the Fox for $10 ($5 if you're a student or senior) by taking the tour. Times: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday at 10am; Saturday at 10am and 11am.
User Reviews for The Fox Theatre
03/24/2008 Posted by PACman123
The Fox is a must see venue in Atlanta in terms of historical significance but at 4,800 seats it is far too large for Broadway and the acoustics don't do any concert justice. Bear in mind it started life as a movie house. Newer venues in town such as the Cobb Energy Centre are giving Atlanta theater-goers a taste of what a real theater is meant to be.
Pros: Architecture
Cons: Acoustics & parking
03/04/2008 Posted by SummerRainOla
While venue is fantastic, its management isn't. I have been in two event's lately (both spectacular performers Aretha Franklin and Alvin Ailey Dance Company), sadly both performances started late. Even worst for seated live performance event and top theater venue in Atlanta, latecomers were allowed in AFTER show starts and throughout whole performance. Needles to say, I missed very beginning of 2 dancing acts in Alvin Ailey because of late comers that were allowed in and disturbed my view to the stage. During Aretha Franklin's concert it was even worst (it was also seated event, 85$ per ticket). I didn't have even 10 minutes clear view of stage due to late arrivals throughout whole concert. I contacted management and they are not planning to do anything about, mostly they were giving me excuses. Make an informed decision for the shows you want to see, and what kind of policy they have for late arrivals. If you don't mind people all the time lifting you and people in front of you up, this is the place for you. I have been at prime venues all around the world and have never seen that in live theater you would let people in. It is disrespectful to patrons of art that came on time, pay premium tickets and performers as well.
Schedule
| 05/23/2008 | Erykah Badu with The Roots |
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| 8:00 pm | ||
| 06/05/2008 | SHINE A LIGHT |
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| 7:30 pm | ||
| 06/08/2008 | HORTON HEARS A WHO |
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| 2:00 pm | ||
| 06/08/2008 | ATONEMENT |
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| 7:00 pm | ||
| 06/17/2008 | CASABLANCA |
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| 7:30 pm | ||
| 06/18/2008 | NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN |
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| 7:30 pm | ||
| 07/13/2008 | ENCHANTED |
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| 2:00 pm | ||
| 07/13/2008 | Ben-Hur |
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| 7:00 pm | ||
| 08/24/2008 | High School Musical |
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| 7:00 pm |
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