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THE AVENUE PEACHTREE CITY LAUNCHES SECOND ANNUAL BLOOM CAMPAIGN: A CELEBRATION OF SUSTAINABILITY AND CONNECTION

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/3/26

This spring initiative invites the Peachtree City community to enjoy a lineup of events and offerings to welcome the season 


The Avenue Peachtree City today announced the return of BLOOM, a celebration dedicated to sustainable living and seasonal experiences. Taking place from April 1 through May 17, BLOOM will transform the lifestyle center into a lively destination for community engagement, featuring live music, charitable initiatives, family-friendly activities and more. 

“We’re excited to reintroduce BLOOM to the Peachtree City community with a thoughtfully curated lineup of events that foster meaningful community connections,” said Kelly Lawrence, marketing manager at The Avenue Peachtree City. “From charitable efforts like our Stepping into Spring shoe drive to interactive gatherings like our Spring Festival, this year’s programming highlights how guests can embrace the energy and renewal of the season.”

BLOOM 2026 will feature a wide selection of themed activities for guests to enjoy, including:

First Day of BLOOM Festivities: Fri., April 3 from 4:00 – 9:30 p.m. – Central Park

Join The Avenue Peachtree City on April 3 as the center officially kicks off BLOOM with a variety of community-focused, family-friendly events and activities, including:

  • Arts and Crafts Market: 4:00 – 9:30 p.m.: Watch Central Park transform into an open-air gallery of local creativity. The center’s Arts and Crafts Market will showcase handcrafted goods and original artwork from talented creators, including members of the Newnan Coweta Art Association, offering guests a chance to browse a unique selection of one-of-a-kind pieces.
  • Spring Festival and Bunny Photos: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.: Guests can enjoy outdoor fun with festive face painting, interactive activities and photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, creating memorable springtime moments for families and friends.
  • Egg ‘Hunt’: Starting at 6:00 p.m.: Children ages two to 10 are invited to participate in a community egg hunt, racing to collect treats and fill their baskets with seasonal goodies. Families are encouraged to arrive early, as this popular event begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.
  • First Friday: 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.: Guests can enjoy an evening of live music during the center’s First Friday series in partnership with The Venus Kings. Bringing music lovers and the community together through entertainment and shopping with local vendors and retailers, The Venus Kings will open the night with a performance at 7:00 p.m., followed by a set from The Natti Lovejoys. 

For those who aren’t able to attend this month’s performance, head to The Avenue Peachtree City on May 1 for the next edition of First Friday, which will feature performances from The Venus Kings and Highway 54 Blues Band.

Stepping into Spring Shoe Drive: Sat., April 4 at 4:00 p.m. – Kendra Scott

Hosted by Kendra Scott, this shoe drive will provide shoppers the opportunity to give back to the community by donating new or gently used shoes and sneakers to Bloom Fosters, who will distribute them to children in need. 

ON x Fleet Feet Scavenger Hunt: Thurs., April 9 at 6:30 p.m. – Fleet Feet

Lace up those shoes and head to the center for an interactive scavenger hunt throughout Peachtree City, hosted by ON and Fleet Feet. 

Starting at 6:30 p.m., participants will have 45 minutes to complete a series of challenges, earning raffle entries through selfies, tasks and social media posts. Once the timer runs out, attendees will reconvene at 7:25 p.m. for prizes, giveaways and more, delivering a fun, high-energy experience for all participants.

LifeSouth Blood Drive: Wed. April 22 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. – Suite 1050

Guests are encouraged to support the LifeSouth Blood Drive by donating blood to help this community-focused initiative. All donors will receive a LifeSouth umbrella, and platelet and double red cell donors will also receive a $40 e-gift card.

Fur-ever Spring: Sat., April 25 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Central Park

Pet lovers are invited to enjoy a lively afternoon celebrating their four-legged friends. The event will feature professional pet photography by Shannon Hughes Pet Photography, training demonstrations by Serenity K9 and a selection of local pet vendors, offering a fun and engaging experience for pets and their owners.

For more information on events and promotions, visit www.avenuepeachtreecity.com.

INSOMNIAC AND VIBEE ANNOUNCE HOTEL EDC’S FIRST EAST COAST EDITION WITH EDC ORLANDO DEBUT AT MARGARITAVILLE RESORT 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/30/26

Hotel EDC and EDC Orlando will take place on November 6-9, 2026

Hotel EDC packages will go on sale at 12pm ET/9am PT on April 1 via http://hoteledcorlando.com/

EDC Orlando festival passes will go back on sale at 12pm ET/9am PT on April 2 via https://orlando.electricdaisycarnival.com/

Building upon the consecutive success of its flagship luxury hospitality pop-up in Las Vegas, global dance music experience curator Insomniac and music-led destination experience company Vibee have just unveiled the debut of Hotel EDC Orlando for the 2026 edition of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Orlando. Marking the first-ever East Coast location, Hotel EDC will take over Margaritaville Resort Orlando during the festival dates from November 6-9, 2026. The inaugural Hotel EDC promises a multisensory weekend of custom events that will redefine the headliner experience. For information on packages and pricing, visit hoteledcorlando.com.

Hotel EDC packages include a 3-night stay at Margaritaville Resort Orlando with options to bundle EDC Orlando festival passes. Set within the island-inspired, escapist setting of Margaritaville Resort Orlando, the property will be completely reimagined through the visionary lens of EDC, transporting guests to a new dimension and deepening their weekend experience. 

Hotel EDC will be the exclusive and only official Headliner hotel for EDC Orlando with luxurious EDC-themed guest rooms, spacious suites, and private villas and cottages, designed to elevate every guest’s stay.

The packages will include access to EDC pool parties, after-hours events, wellness programming, exclusive merchandise, on-property beauty bar, and interactive on-site activations. Headliners will also enjoy daily food and beverage credits, premium on-site dining options, 24/7 Vibee guest concierge, and curated resort activities throughout the weekend. 

ACCOMMODATIONS:

  • 3 night stay at Margaritaville Resort Orlando with option to add additional nights
  • EDC-ified decor in every room
  • Headliner party pack with exclusive merch
  • Dedicated Vibee Concierge on site all weekend
  • Free Self-Parking, 24/7 gym access, 20% off spa

EXPERIENCES:

  • Exclusive access to Insomniac-themed daytime and after parties at the Hotel EDC Pool
  • Eye-catching Hotel EDC photo-ops, performers, surprise events + more
  • Daily wellness activities, including meditation and yoga
  • Headliner HQ with daily activities and more
  • Complimentary glam station to get you rave-ready
  • And much more!

FOOD & BEVERAGE:

  • Daily food and beverage credits to use at select dining locations on property throughout the resort
  • World-class dining onsite, including Euphoria, Tapas by Euphoria, and Promenade at Sunset Walk.

EDC Orlando will return to its longtime home at Tinker Field to celebrate its 15th edition from November 6-9, 2026. The 2025 edition featured standout performances from artists such as Armin van Buuren, Adam Beyer b2b Layton Giordani, Chris Lake, VOYD, Excision, Zedd, DJ Snake, Dom Dolla, Subtronics, Charlotte de Witte, Knock2, and many more.

Earlier this year, Hotel EDC made its first-ever expansion, heading overseas to EDC Thailand, offering guests a luxurious four-night stay experience at the five-star Angsana Laguna Phuket. Located on the beachfront, the experience included access to the resort’s beaches, on-site dining, water activities, and wellness programming. Hotel EDC Thailand returns December 17-21, 2026 with packages available for purchase at thailand.electricdaisycarnival.com/hotel-edc. 

Together, Insomniac and Vibee are redefining the Headliner journey with seamless, elevated, and fully immersive Hotel EDC experiences in Las Vegas, Thailand, and now Orlando.

Hotel EDC Orlando Packages go on sale at 12pm ET / 9am PT on April 1. For more information and early access, please visit hoteledcorlando.com.

EDC Orlando festival passes will go back on sale the following day at 12pm ET / 9am ET on April 2 at https://orlando.electricdaisycarnival.com/

Stay connected with EDC Orlando for forthcoming announcements and information via Website, Instagram, Facebook, X, and TikTok.

SPRING IN BLOOM POP-UP AT ST. JULEP ROOFTOP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/30/26

From Wednesday, April 1 through Tuesday, June 30, St. Julep, the indoor-outdoor rooftop lounge at Buckhead’s Kimpton Sylvan hotel, will transform into Spring in Bloom, an immersive pop-up celebrating the beauty, color and energy of the season. 

With views nine stories above East Paces Ferry Road, guests will be able to step into a garden oasis complete with floral installations, décor and fresh seasonal flavors – a setting for golden hour, date night, group gatherings and more. The pop-up will also feature dedicated photo moments for getting into the spring spirit. 

A menu of seasonal craft cocktails will be available, featuring refreshing, floral-inspired flavors and thoughtful presentation, including:

  • Pink Thaw with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Giffard Crème de Fraise des Bois, Giffard Crème de Framboise & lime
  • Garden Blitz with Hendrick’s Gin, Giffard Crème de Pêche de Vigne, passionfruit & lemon
  • A Smoke in the Garden with Rosaluna Mezcal, Whispering Angel Rosé, lime & simple syrup
  • Lavender Margarita with Lalo Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, lime & lavender syrup
  • Midnight Rain with Siete Leguas Blanco Tequila, Sour AF Lime, Regan’s Orange Bitters, Club Soda & Blue Spirulina
  • Rooftop Ranch Water with Ocho Blanco Tequila, lime, El Guapo Fuego Bitters & Fever Tree Sparkling Cucumber
  • Thistle & Tropic with Bacardi Ocho Rum, Giffard Caribbean Pineapple & Amaro Nonino
  • Greenhouse Fire with Espolon Blanco, Ancho Reyes Verde, agave, lime & El Guapo Fuego Bitters 

Alongside the limited edition drinks and full menu, the bar will offer a few special bites for grazing, including:

  • Spanish Chicken Croquettes with garlic aioli
  • Tuna Empanada with salsa verde
  • Vegetable Spring Rolls with sweet Thai chili sauce

PONCE CITY MARKET TO HOST EARTH DAY CELEBRATION WITH GEORGIA FORESTRY FOUNDATION & FRIENDS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 25

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/30/26

Located on The Trestle, Celebration will Feature Engaging Activities & Demonstrations, Smokey Bear, a Youth Scavenger Hunt & More

Ponce City Market announces its annual Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 25 with Georgia Forestry Foundation and friends. Free and open to the public, the event will be from 10am to 3pm at The Trestle, the breezeway connecting Ponce City Market to the Atlanta Beltline.

Hosted by the Georgia Forestry Foundation, and sponsored by Georgia Power, this event will feature a diverse group of leading forestry and environmentally-focused non-profits, including Georgia Grown, Georgia Forestry Commission, Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Georgia Conservancy, Chattahoochee Nature Center, Trust for Public Land, Birds Georgia, and Fernbank Science Museum. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore engaging activities and demonstrations, check out a youth scavenger hunt, meet Smokey Bear, and more.

Walking and biking to the Earth Day Celebration is encouraged. For those arriving by car, parking is suggested on Level 3 of Ponce City Market’s Main Parking Deck, accessible via the ramp adjacent to Pancake Social.

TELESCREENS PLAYING SMITHS OLDE BAR IN ATLANTA ON APRIL 9TH

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/27/26

New York City band Telescreens are gearing up to release new music this year and will also embark on a North American tour which will be making a stop in Atlanta, GA where they will play Smiths Olde Bar on 4/9.

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Since forming in Manhattan and Brooklyn, Telescreens has developed a sound that bridges decades – a meeting of old-school rock attitude and forward-looking production. Their debut album The Return (2020) introduced a cinematic, story-driven vision; Stare Wide (2023) added heaviness and immediacy. “Nothing” now points toward what’s next: a band pushing their creative limits while staying true to the pulse of rock and roll.

Known for their gritty, high-voltage live performances, Telescreens turn every stage into a full-body experience. Their shows are packed with sweat, movement, and the kind of unrestrained dancing that collapses the barrier between band and audience. Rooted in the ethos of New York City’s storied rock scene while fearlessly pushing it forward, the band has headlined NYC’s Webster Hall and Bowery Ballroom and played the main stage at Governors Ball 2024. Fans can expect that same chaotic, immersive energy as the band hit the road this spring for a North American tour as the support for Quarters followed by a run supporting Sir Chloe.

Tour:

3/27 – Neumos – Seattle, WA *
3/28 – Mission Theater – Portland, OR *
3/30 – The Independent – San Francisco, CA *
4/01 – Quartyard – San Diego, CA *
4/02 – The Regent – Los Angeles, CA *
4/03 – Crescent Ballroom – Phoenix, AZ *
4/05 – Scoot Inn – Austin, TX *
4/06 – Deep Ellum Art Co. – Dallas, TX *
4/07 – House of Blues (Bronze Peacock) – Houston, TX *

4/9 – Smiths Olde Bar – Atlanta, GA (Headline)

4/10 – The Pinhook – Durham, NC (Headline)
4/17 – Lincoln Theatre – Washington, DC ^
4/19 – Anabel’s – Toronto, ON ^
4/21 – Le Studio TD – Montreal, QC ^

* Support for Quarters

 ^ Support for Sir Chloe

KING TUFF ON TOUR PLAYING ATLANTA AT THE EARL – APRIL 22ND

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/27/26

Photo: Wyndham Garnett

King Tuff, the moniker of Burlington, Vermont artist  Kyle Thomas, recently announced his sixth full-length album, MOO, out March 27 via his new label MUP Records via Thirty Tigers. To celebrate the album’s release, King Tuff will embark on a headline tour, stopping at The EARL in Atlanta, GA on 4/22.

Following the release of 2023’s Smalltown Stardust, King Tuff found himself a bit lost. He had felt lost since 2016. Both Smalltown Stardust and 2018’s The Other had been departures from his sound, and while they were both new sonic places that he needed to explore, neither album felt all that fun to perform live. Every show he would just be looking forward to playing his older, wilder material. So when he decided to make a new record, it only seemed right to go back to what has always brought him the most joy, Rock & Roll music.

A few months before starting MOO, Thomas fell in love. So, MOO is mostly love songs, with the exception of a song about rodents and a song about getting an oil change. But those are actually love songs too. MOO is a full circle moment. A return to form. A return to rock. A return to Vermont. A return to himself. Reconnecting the dots. Restarting the engine. Plugging in the stack. Finally letting King Tuff be King. F*cking. Tuff.

King Tuff will be playing a record release show at Rough Trade in Brooklyn, NY this Friday, March 27 and the tour in support of MOO kicks off April 15th in Troy, NY. Tickets are available now via kingtuffworld.net

Tour Dates:

April 15 – Troy, NY @ No Fun

April 16 – Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall of Williamsburg *

April 17 – Kingston, NY @ Tubby’s *

April 18 – Philadelphia, PA @ Kung Fu Necktie *

April 19 – Washington, DC @ Songbyrd Music House *

April 21 – Raleigh, NC @ Kings *

April 22 – Atlanta, GA @ The EARL *

April 24 – New Orleans, LA @ Gasa Gasa *

April 25 – Houston, TX @ Moon Tower Inn *

April 26 – Austin, TX @  29th Street Ballroom *

April 29 – San Diego, CA @ Casbah *

April 30 – Los Angeles, CA @ Sid The Cat Auditorium *

May 1 – Ojai, CA @ Ojai Women’s Center *

May 2 – San Francisco, CA @ The Chapel #

May 4 – Seattle, WA @ Barboza #

May 5 – Portland, OR @ Mississippi Studios #

May 7 – Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge #

May 9 – Denver, CO @ Globe Hall #

May 11 – Sioux Falls, SD @ Total Drag

May 12 – St. Paul, MN @ Turf Club

May 13 – Chicago, IL @ Lincoln Hall ^

May 15 – Grand Rapids, MI @ Pyramid Scheme ^

May 16 – Toronto ON @ Sound Garage ^

May 17 – Montreal, QC @ Bar Le Ritz PDB ^

May 19 – Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground ^

May 20 – Portland, ME @ SPACE ^

May 21 – Hamden, CT – Space Ballroom ^

May 22- Boston, MA @ Middle East Upstairs ^

May 23 – Brattleboro, VT @ Stone Church ^

With support from

* Morgan Nagler

# Gabriel Bernini

^ Mod Lang

JAMES BEARD AWARD-WINNING CHEF AND AUTHOR VIRGINIA WILLIS JOINS 3RD ANNUAL CAPE FEAR WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE – NC

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/25/26

Benefiting GLOW Academy and Spark Academy

The 3rd Annual Cape Fear Wine & Food Experience returns April 15–18, 2026,

featuring special guest, acclaimed James Beard Award-winning chef and cookbook author Virginia Willis. The multi-day epicurean celebration serves as a key annual fundraiser for Beacon Education, supporting the Girls Leadership Academy of Wilmington (GLOW Academy) and Spark Academy.

Chef Willis, a classically trained French chef and Georgia native based in Atlanta, is known nationally for her expertise in Southern cuisine. She is an author of multiple cookbooks, including the James Beard Award Winning Lighten Up, Y’all, and has appeared on national television programs including, Food Network, Martha Stewart Living, and CBS This Morning. Her work celebrates the intersection of refined technique and Southern culinary traditions, earning her recognition as one of the South’s most respected culinary voices.

The Cape Fear Wine & Food Experience kicks off on Wednesday, April 15, with intimate community dinners hosted at local residences and select Wilmington restaurants. Willis will headline a multi-course Celebrity Chef Dinner on Friday, April 17, showcasing her signature modern Southern cuisine. The weekend culminates on Saturday, April 18, with the Grand Tasting and Grand Auction at GLOW Academy, where standout local restaurants and renowned wineries from around the world will offer curated tasting experiences for guests and Chef Willis will be autographing her cookbooks and providing samples of her Southern culinary creations.

The Cape Fear Wine & Food Experience is Beacon Education’s signature, multi-day epicurean fundraiser

benefiting GLOW Academy and Spark Academy. Now in its third year, the event brings together renowned

chefs, celebrated winemakers, and community supporters to celebrate the power of education. Sponsorship opportunities and individual tickets for Community Dinners and the Grand Tasting and Grand Auction are available. Event details and ticket information can be found at https://capefearwineandfood.com

APPLE 50TH ANNIVERSARY SHOWCASE AT MIMMS MUSEUM

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/22/26

On April 1, 2026, Mimms Museum will debut iNSPIRE: Fifty Years of Innovation from Apple, one of the largest collections of Apple products ever publicly displayed. Spanning more than 20,000 square feet, the exhibit features over 2,000 rare artifacts, early prototypes, iconic devices and archival materials tracing Apple’s evolution from a garage startup to a global design and technology leader. 

In addition to hands-on displays of early computers and devices, the exhibition includes immersive installations inspired by Apple’s most memorable creative campaigns, along with storytelling that highlights the designers, engineers and visionaries behind the brand. Rare collector’s items, unique documents and behind-the-scenes stories of Apple’s groundbreaking products will also be on display. 

iNSPIRE: Fifty Years of Innovation from Apple is a first-of-its-kind exhibition and a timely way to commemorate the 50th anniversary of one of the most culturally impactful brands in the world

MARKET IN THE PARK DEBUTS IN GRANT PARK EARTH DAY WEEKEND 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/22/26

A New Monthly Gathering Presented by the Grant Park Conservancy Brings Food, Music, Makers and Community to Atlanta’s Oldest Park

Kicking Off Sunday, April 19 | 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

The Grant Park Conservancy is launching Market in the Park, a new monthly gathering designed to bring neighbors, food, music, and local makers together in Grant Park, Atlanta’s oldest public park. Debuting on Sunday, April 19 and continuing May 17 and June 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the new series will transform the Boulevard Green at Grant Park Gateway into a lively community hub filled with chef-driven bites, local vendors, music, and programming, with free admission for all ages, inviting people from across the city to spend the day in the park.

Produced by the Conservancy as part of its ongoing work to activate and enhance Grant Park, Market in the Park creates a fresh reason to gather in the heart of the park. Building on the same thoughtful curation that has made the Conservancy’s Summer Shade Festival a beloved neighborhood tradition, each market will feature a mix of prepared foods from local chefs, seasonal produce from regional growers, artisan and vintage vendors, live music, free yoga, workshops, and family-friendly programming throughout the day.

The series also arrives as several Conservancy-led improvements continue to take shape across the park. Just steps from the market lawn, the historic Milledge Fountain area is being transformed into the Milledge Fountain Outdoor Classroom and Theatre, a new space designed for performances, educational programming, and community gatherings. Along with ongoing improvements at the Boulevard Green and Gateway entrance, these projects reflect the Conservancy’s broader effort to make Grant Park an even more welcoming place to gather, learn, and connect.

“Grant Park has always been a place where Atlanta comes together,” said Michelle Blackmon, Executive Director of the Grant Park Conservancy. “Through our community survey and ongoing conversations with neighbors, we heard a clear desire for more opportunities to gather in the park and support local vendors. Market in the Park is our way of bringing that idea to life while continuing the Conservancy’s work to invest in spaces that help the park serve the community for years to come.”

The inaugural Earth Day edition is already shaping up with a lively mix of participants. Big Softie will make its first-ever appearance at a neighborhood market, while Sweet Auburn Barbecue and Tio Lucho’s Hermanita will bring chef-driven bites to the lawn. Zoo Atlanta will host educational programming for families, The Little Gym of Grant Park will offer free gymnastics activities for kids, and CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) will share ways residents can recycle responsibly and reduce waste at home. More vendors and programming will be revealed in the coming weeks, with a growing mix of artisans, farmers, plant vendors, vintage sellers, and community organizations joining the market throughout the season.

The Grant Park Conservancy’s new Market in the Park is designed around a simple idea: goods and gatherings for all. Parking is available at the Grant Park Gateway parking facility at 759 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30315. For additional information, including vendor and programming lineups, visit www.gpconservancy.org. Stay connected via Instagram at @grantpark.atlanta. 

HORIZON THEATRE PRESENTS DOG MOM

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 3/19/26

Horizon Theatre Presents Southeastern Premiere of Heartwarming Comedy

DOG MOM, March 20–April 19, 2026

A tender comedy about second chances and an unlikely bond between a reluctant dog mom and the adorable stray who chooses her

Horizon Theatre Company continues its 2025-2026 season with the Southeastern premiere of tail-wagging comedy DOG MOM by Tate Elizabeth Hanyok, running March 20–April 19 (press opening March 27). Unexpected love, healing, and the strange magic of second chances are at the heart of this winner of the B-Street Theatre New Comedies Festival. Newly divorced, Liz is determined to rebuild her life on her own terms in a small Brooklyn apartment. The last thing she needs is a dog. But when she reluctantly fosters an adorable and determined-to-love-her stray, what begins as a temporary arrangement slowly becomes something much deeper — and chaotic.

As human actors embody both people, friends, and canines, this tender, funny, and quietly profound comedy unfolds through park meet-ups, hallway run-ins, and canine misadventures that slowly crack open Liz’s guarded heart. As she navigates questions about identity, motherhood, and societal expectations, Liz begins to discover through Dog’s unwavering affection what it means to love unconditionally — to be chosen and to choose back. With warmth and humor, DOG MOM celebrates the transformative power of companionship and the courage it takes to open your heart again.

“DOG MOM was born from a desire to create shared laughter and connection during a moment of profound social fragmentation,” explains playwright Tate Hanyok. “In increasingly fraught times, the play looks toward one of the few remaining points of near-universal affection — our relationships with our pets — as a way to restore community and mutual recognition. The bond between people and their pets offers a rare common language, and comedy became the vehicle through which that language could invite audiences into collective release, empathy, and belonging.” The play is receiving a national Rolling World Premiere this year with productions in eight different cities around the country.

Tate Elizabeth Hanyok is a writer for theater, TV and film, and an acclaimed actor who also appeared as Dog in the first production at B Street Theatre in Sacramento last fall, where she is an ensemble member. She was named one of the Moviemaker Top 25 Writers to Watch, and her work includes writer and producer of SEX APPEAL for Hulu, director of FRIENDS UNTIL THE END, premiering May 2026, and producer/actor/star of her adapted-for-TV play, LOVE AND BASEBALL on HBO Max.

Director, longtime Horizon artistic associate Heidi McKerley (Best Director Suzi Award for Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812) returns to direct this play that is close to her heart as a devoted dog mom herself. “DOG MOM captures the surprising ways companionship can change us. It’s funny and heartfelt, but it also asks meaningful questions about how we care for each other.”

The cast includes three Horizon veterans — Enoch King, Marcie Millard and Megan Hayes — who each have more than two decades of Horizon performances, including worked together in Horizon’s long-running outrageous holiday comedy The Santaland Diaries. Playing the leading role of the unexpected dog mom Liz is Marcie Millard (Suzi Award for Horizon’s The Cake) accompanied by Megan Hayes (Horizon’s The Perfect Prayer, Waffle Palace Christmas, Sex with Strangers) as the lovable golden retriever mix who won’t take “no” for an answer. Enoch King (Suzi Award for Horizon’s The Light, Waffle Palace) plays the “nuts” next-door neighbor husky Reuben whose mom, Nell, played by Horizon newcomer Arizsia Staton, barrels into Liz’s new life, determined to be her new best friend. Playing a panoply of other characters in Liz’s journey is Louis Kyper (Horizon’s Support Group for Men).

The fanciful world of the play inside and outside Liz’s Brooklyn apartment is created by Horizon Suzi Award-winning resident scenic and lighting designers, Moriah and Isabel Curley-Clay and Mary Parker, respectively. Amanda Edgerton West (Horizon’s Once) costumes the dog and human characters, Paul Glaze designs the soundscape, and Annabel Sapp fills out the stage with the many props.

Tickets start at $40* on Wednesdays and Thursdays and $45* for Friday nights, Saturday nights and weekend matinees. Prices increase with demand, so patrons are encouraged to order early for the best prices and availability. Group pricing is available for parties 10 or more. Groups of 10-24 receive $5 off the general admission ticket price. Groups of 25 or more receive $7 off the general admission ticket price.  Best deals are for subscribers – 25-50% off. Students under 25 can get $20* tickets with valid student ID. 7.5% sales tax/fee is added to all ticket orders. Single ticket seating is general admission, with a reserved seating section for season subscribers. There is limited accessible seating for patrons needing accommodations, and it must be reserved by phone. For tickets and more information, visit horizontheatre.com or call the box office at 404.584.7450.

For full actor and creative team bios, visit horizontheatre.com/plays/dog-mom/

CREATIVE TEAM

Producer                                                                          Lisa Adler

Playwright                                                                        Tate Elizabeth Hanyok

Director                                                                            Heidi McKerley

Assistant Director                                                             Amy Cain

Scenic Designers                                                             Isabel & Moriah Curley-Clay

Lighting Designer                                                             Mary Parker

Costume Designer                                                            Amanda Edgerton West

Sound Designer                                                               Paul Glaze          

Prop Designer                                                                  Annabell Sapp

Stage Manager                                                                Lexi McKay*

Assistant Stage Manager                                                Tara Patterson

CAST

Liz                                                                                   Marcie Millard

Dog                                                                                  Megan Hayes

Reuben/The Ex/Others                                                     Enoch King*

Nell/Others                                                                       Arizsia Staton*

Swing/Multiple Roles                                                        Louis Kyper

*Members Actor’s Equity Association