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FREE SUMMER FAMILY FUN ARRIVES AT THE BATTERY ATLANTA WITH WELLSTAR FAMILY SERIES

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/28/26

The Battery Atlanta™ Announces Summer Wellstar Family Series with Free Programming and

 Hands-On Activities

Free series brings hands-on learning, wellness activities, sports clinics and family fun
to the Plaza Green all summer long

Families can make the most of summer at The Battery Atlanta as the Wellstar Family Series returns with 22 free interactive events designed to keep children active, engaged and entertained throughout June and July.

Taking place on select weekdays from June 2 through July 30, the Wellstar Family Series features a lineup of kid-friendly programming including hands-on science experiments, STEAM-based building challenges, sports clinics, obstacle courses and special appearances from Atlanta Braves mascot BLOOPER.

“Creating opportunities for families to connect through active, engaging programming is an important part of the experience at The Battery Atlanta,” said Lauren Abernathy, Vice President of Marketing for Braves Development Company. “From hands-on learning opportunities and outdoor activities to wellness-focused experiences, the Wellstar Family Series creates memorable moments for children of all ages.”

Featured Wellstar activations include Teddy Bear Clinic experiences on June 3 and July 8, where children are invited to bring their favorite plush friend for a healthcare check-up complete with X-rays, bandages and wellness education led by Wellstar Children’s of Georgia. The family-friendly experience helps children become more comfortable with healthcare environments through imaginative play, while additional activity stations featuring fitness, coloring and appearances by Dr. WellBee add to the fun.

Wellstar will also host Small Bites Adventure Club events on June 17 and July 22 in partnership with Wellstar Children’s of Georgia. During the interactive cooking classes, children ages 4-12 will make salsa fresca while learning safe knife skills and healthy eating habits in a hands-on environment. Participants will receive recipe cards and stickers, and walk-up registration will be available as space permits.

Additional programming highlights include:

Challenge Island: Building Towers

Tuesday, June 2; 10 a.m. – noon

Wellstar Teddy Bear Clinic

Wednesday, June 3; 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Kidokinetics

Thursday, June 4; 10 a.m. – noon

USTA Tuesday Tennis on the Turf

Tuesday, June 9; 9 a.m. – noon

Kidokinetics

Wednesday, June 10; 10 a.m. – noon

High Touch High Tech: Smarty Plants

Thursday, June 11; 10 a.m. – noon

USTA Tuesday Tennis on the Turf

Tuesday, June 16; 9 a.m. – noon

Wellstar Small Bites Adventure Club

Wednesday, June 17; 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Challenge Island: Soccer Stadium

Thursday, June 18; 10 a.m. – noon

USTA Tuesday Tennis on the Turf

Tuesday, June 23; 9 a.m. – noon

Kidokinetics

Thursday, June 25; 10 a.m. – noon

USTA Tuesday Tennis on the Turf

Tuesday, June 30; 9 a.m. – noon

High Touch High Tech: Mission Control

Thursday, July 2; 10 a.m. – noon

Challenge Island: Mount Kilimanjaro Climb

Tuesday, July 7; 10 a.m. – noon

Wellstar Teddy Bear Clinic

Wednesday, July 8; 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

BLOOPER’s Coloring Hour

Thursday, July 9; 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Kidokinetics

Tuesday, July 14; 10 a.m. – noon

High Touch High Tech: Fantastic Forces

Thursday, July 16; 10 a.m. – noon

Kidokinetics

Thursday, July 21; 10 a.m. – noon

Wellstar Small Bites Adventure Club

Wednesday, July 22; 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Challenge Island: Dinosaur Mini Golf

Tuesday, July 28; 10 a.m. – noon

High Touch High Tech: Brain Buzz

Thursday, July 30; 10 a.m. – noon

All events are free and open to the public. Select Wellstar activations may require registration and are subject to capacity limitations. Guests attending these events can receive complimentary parking in the Red, Purple, Yellow or Green decks during programming hours.

For the latest updates and full event details, visit batteryatl.com or follow @batteryatl on social media.

HORIZON THEATRE PRESENTS ENCORE PRESENTATION OF HOT JAMBALAYA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 5/18/26

Horizon Theatre Presents Encore Production of Dad’s Garage’s Suzi-Nominated Musical Comedy
HOT JAMBALAYA, May 22–June 21 (Press opening May 29)

A fast-paced, musical comedy whodunit returns following a hit world premiere –

a rollicking mix of murder mystery, screwball farce, tasty tunes and New Orleans spirit

“A wacky comedy musical with a legitimately compelling,
twisted murder mystery at its center.” — Arts ATL

Horizon Theatre Company presents HOT JAMBALAYA, an encore production of Dad’s Garage Theatre Company’s wildly popular, Suzi Bass Award-nominated whodunit musical comedy, running May 22-June 21 (press opening May 29). A break-out hit last summer, it’s back for seconds at Horizon Theatre! Family ties, lies, secrets, and the treachery of old New Orleans boil over in this rollicking mix of murder mystery, screwball farce and music set against the sultry backdrop of New Orleans.  

A murder, multiple motives, secrets, and lies: the Big Easy just got a whole lot hotter. When wealthy and crooked patriarch Papa Joe Van Horn takes a fatal spill from a French Quarter balcony, his family, friends and enemies gather for his lavish funeral aboard the aging steamboat, Fleur de Lis. Then they uncover the chilling truth:  Papa Joe was murdered, every single person on board wanted him dead, and they must uncover whodunit and why before the killer strikes again!

As the steamboat winds its way through the bayou, alliances fracture and suspicions escalate, transforming the journey into a high-stakes and hilarious game of survival. At the center of the chaos, an ex-detective and a spunky New York reporter must navigate a wacky maze of deception, ambition and buried secrets to uncover the truth before time runs out. Blending classic whodunit structure with musical comedy and heightened theatricality, HOT JAMBALAYA invites audiences to solve the mystery while reveling in its irreverent humor and infectious score.

“HOT JAMBALAYA was built to work on two levels – as a fully realized mystery and as a comedy that keeps surprising you.  And it has some of the greatest musical numbers in our history,” said Dad’s Garage Co-Artistic Director Jon Carr. “We are so excited about this next chapter at Horizon!”

Created by Dad’s Garage artists Matt Hobbs (New Orleans native and internet sensation with his Puppysongs) and Travis Sharp (Dad’s Garage’s Wicket!), HOT JAMBALAYA garnered multiple 2025 Suzi Bass Award nominations, including recognition for direction, choreography, scenic design, sound design and ensemble performance, along with a nomination for Outstanding World Premiere Production – a testament to both its creative scope and audience impact.

“HOT JAMBALAYA doesn’t just parody the murder mystery – it builds one that fully works, then throws it into joyful chaos with music, movement and characters who refuse to behave,” says Horizon Co-Artistic Director Lisa Adler. “What makes this production stand out is its precision beneath the absurdity. The comedy lands because the stakes are real, and the storytelling is airtight. That balance is rare, and it’s what makes audiences lean in just as much as they laugh. We are thrilled to bring this home-grown comic treasure to Horizon audiences.”

HOT JAMBALAYA’s cast is led by recent star of Horizon’s acclaimed Dog Mom, Marcie Millard, as Papa Joe’s bitter, dramatic widow Dorothy Van Horn. The other passengers include: Papa Joe’s twin adult children, the flamboyant Teddy Van Horn and the baby doll-carrying Mary Van Horn (Trevor Rayshay Perry, Noelle McIntyre); washed up navigator of the Fleur de Lis, Captain Pierre St. Pierre (Alexander Hudson); the ship’s knife-wielding chef, Rose Catalano (BriAnne Knights); Big Apple reporter Posie Davenport, on the trail of a hot mystery (Charis Sellick); honest but disgraced detective Benny Broussard (Sully Brown); and our two ever present deckhands (Mya Burns and Riley Given). The entire cast reprises their roles from last year except for newcomer Givens. Candy McLellan Davison (The Color Purple at Aurora Theatre and Petite Rouge at Synchronicity Theatre) returns to the helm as director/choreographer, alongside Avery Sharpe (assistant director), Kari Twyman (assistant choreographer), Javar Parker (music director), Gavin Mosier (scenic designer), Rachael D. Blackwell (lighting designer), Jarrod Barnes and Liz Singleton (costume designer and costume coordinator) and Dan Bauman (sound designer).

With its mix of suspense, spectacle and irreverent humor, HOT JAMBALAYA captures the spirit of New Orleans while delivering a theatrical experience that is both wildly entertaining and smart. As an encore presentation, the production offers audiences who missed its initial run – as well as those eager to return – another opportunity to experience one of Atlanta’s most talked-about new works.

Performances are at Horizon Theatre, located at Euclid and Austin in Little Five Points/Inman Park (1083 Austin Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30307). The musical starts May 21, with a press opening on May 29, and runs through June 21 with a possible extension, based on demand.  Performances are on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m.   Tickets start at $40* on weekdays and $45* on weekends. Prices increase with demand, and patrons are encouraged to purchase early for the best prices and availability. Best deals are for subscribers – 25-35% off.  Group pricing is available for parties of 10 or more. Full-time students under 25 may purchase $20* tickets with valid ID. *7.5% Sales Tax/fee is added onto all ticket orders. Single ticket seating is general admission, with a reserved seating section for season subscribers. There is limited accessible seating for those needing mobility accommodation, 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/hot-jambalaya.

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CREATIVE TEAM

Director/Choreographer                 Candy McLellan Davison
Assistant Director                           Avery Sharpe
Assistant Choreographer                Kari Twyman
Music Director                                 Javar La’trail Parker
Scenic Designer                               Gavin Mosier
Costume Designer                           Jarrod Barnes

Costume Coordinator                      Liz Singleton

Props Designer                                Melissa DuBois
Sound Designer                               Dan Bauman

Stage Manager                                Davan Glynn

CAST

Posie Davenport                              Charis Sellick: A spunky New York reporter investigating the murder.

Benny Broussard                             *Sully Brown: An honest detective and piano player.

Dorothy Van Horn                           Marcie Millard (alternate,Christina Cusack Curbelo): Papa Joe’s bitter, dramatic widow.

Teddy Van Horn                              *Trevor Rayshay Perry: Papa Joe’s flamboyant son/twin.

Mary Van Horn                                Noelle McIntyre: Papa Joe’s daughter/twin, who carries a baby doll,

Chef                                                  BriAnne Knights: A grudge-carrying chef with a love of knives.

Captain                                             Alexander Hudson: The washed-up captain of the Fleur-de-Lis.

Deck Hand/Understudy                  Mya Burns, Riley Given

Understudies                                   Mya Burns (Mary), Riley Given (Teddy/Captain), Jonah Harmone                                                                                   (Benny/Deckhand), Amy Duffy (Posey, Dorothy, Deckhand)

*Members Actor’s Equity Association

F1 ARCADE MIAMI GRAND PRIX WATCH PARTY & BEACH POP-UP

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/29/26

F1 Arcade Atlanta is bringing Miami Grand Prix energy to West Midtown this weekend with a five-day activation from May 1–5, culminating in an official Miami Watch Party on race day.

For the week, the venue’s patio will transform into a beach resort-style pop-up with sand, lounge seating, DJs, cocktails, and race content playing throughout the day. It’s designed to give Atlanta audiences a way to tap into Miami race week without leaving the city.

Key details:

  • May 1–5: Beach resort-style patio activation (opens daily at 1 PM)
  • May 3: Official F1® Arcade Miami Watch Party (Doors at 12 PM | Race at 4:00 PM | Open Sim Racing 3-6 PM + DJ themed cocktails, and shareable dishes)
    • For an elevated experience, F1® Arcade Atlanta is collaborating with The Retreat to host a VIP poolside pre-race event, featuring resort-style amenities including floats, poolside DJs, complimentary beverages, and optional massage services. Guests transition to F1® Arcade for the race viewing, combining luxury leisure with high-speed excitement.
    • Tickets are limited and available to guests 21+. Secure yours here (select “Grandstand Ticket” to add The Retreat experience). 
  • May 5: Cinco de Mayo celebration across the patio and Interlock green space

OFFICE BAR SADDLES UP FOR DERBY DAY

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/29/26

Saturday, May 2nd

The big race is right around the corner, so saddle up and enjoy the Kentucky Derby at The Office Bar! The Office Bar is hosting a viewing party on Saturday, May 2, for one of the South’s most beloved traditions with food favorites and a drink special that’s a spin on a Churchill Downs favorite! 

Drink specials include the Kentucky Derby Oaks (Grey Goose, lemon juice, simple syrup, naranja liqueur and cranberry juice) and the Brown Derby (Buffalo Trace Bourbon, grapefruit juice and honey syrup).

Food specials feature deviled eggs topped with pimento cheese, bacon and garlic aioli; fried curry cauliflower; and the Big Race Dog with brisket chili and fried shallots.

For more information, visit the event page.

CASA NUOVA COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY 2026

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/27/26

Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant Hosts Annual Community Block Party to

Thank Alpharetta for 28 Years of Support

Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant host its annual Community Block Party—a celebration of gratitude for 28 years of friendship, loyalty, and support from the Alpharetta community. This festive event is open to all and promises an afternoon full of joy, including a complimentary buffet, live music, family-friendly games, and so much more.

In addition to the festivities, the Block Party also serves a higher purpose: supporting ongoing efforts in the fight against pancreatic cancer, a cause close to the heart of Casa Nuova owner Maria Fundora, founder of the nonprofit Purple Pansies.

When:

Sunday, May 3rd

2:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Rain or Shine

Where:

Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant

5670 Atlanta Hwy A1, Alpharetta, GA 30004

Why:

This annual gathering is more than just a party—it’s a heartfelt thank-you to the community that has become part of the Casa Nuova family. “Our customers are not just guests—they’re family,” says Maria Fundora. “This Block Party is our way of celebrating them and giving back to the people who have supported us since day one.”

THE ROOF AT PONCE CITY MARKET UNVEILS ALL-NEW MINIATURE GOLF COURSE, PLUS REIMAGINED GUEST EXPERIENCE

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/27/26

Adventures Await with The Roof’s 18-Hole Mini Golf Course, Weekday Tee Time Happy Hour, SK8 The Roof, Nightly Laser Show, Boardwalk Games & Rides, & More

The Roof at Ponce City Market announced today the opening of its new, 18-hole miniature golf course, plus new ticket options, allowing guests general admission access with the chance to “choose your experience” by adding mini golf. Opened in 2016, The Roof at Ponce City Market sits 10 stories above the iconic community hub’s historic main building and features classic boardwalk games and rides at Skyline Park, elevated American dining at 9 Mile Station, world-class cocktails at 12 Cocktail Bar, a multi-tiered bar, gaming parlor, and private events space at RFD Social, and a rooftop roller skating rink, SK8 The Roof.

Set against the iconic Atlanta skyline, The Roof continues to offer a one-of-a-kind destination for dining, drinks, play, and events. The new mini golf experience was completely redesigned from the ground up by legendary golf course architect Bobby Cupp, known for his work on iconic Atlanta courses like Druid Hills Golf Club and Bobby Jones Golf Course, and brings the same thoughtful design principles to a playful, rooftop setting. The course introduces a more dynamic, elevated style of play with enhanced contours, new challenges, and a modern aesthetic inspired by today’s most engaging golf experiences. Whether guests are visiting for a casual round, a competitive group outing, or a date night with a view, the new course delivers a fresh take on a classic favorite. 

New this season, The Roof is also introducing Tee Time, a weekday happy hour. Offered Monday through Friday from 3-5pm, Tee Time features half-price mini golf and three-dollar Lucky One Lemonade or Tea, creating the perfect midweek moment to step away from the day, grab a cocktail, and get a round in with friends, coworkers, or out-of-town guests. 

Guests can pair their visit to The Roof with food and beverage offerings at 9 Mile Station or stop by 12 Cocktail Bar, which now hosts a monthly dinner series, Speakeasy Supper Club. The experience begins with cocktails at 12 Cocktail Bar before moving to the Roebuck Room for a family-style dinner. Plus, RFD Social, a 16,000-square-foot multi-level destination equal parts speakeasy, parlor, and rooftop hideaway, offers cocktails poured with precision, parlor games, and gatherings full of vintage glamour.

Back again this spring and summer is SK8 The Roof, the rooftop roller rink with high-energy vibes and skyline views with a nostalgic twist, and the nightly, high-energy Laser Light Show at 9:15pm. This unforgettable visual experience under the stars is projected directly onto Ponce City Market’s iconic tower and paired with lively music for the ultimate vibes. The show is included with admission to The Roof, so every guest can get a view of the action.

Alongside the mini golf renovation, The Roof has introduced “choose your experience” ticket options, allowing all guests to enjoy general admission access ($15+ for adults, $7+ for kids 12 and under) to The Roof’s boardwalk games, rides, and SK8 The Roof, with the option to add mini golf ($12 for adults, $7 for kids 12 and under). Kids ages three and under are free to visit The Roof and play mini golf, and The Roof is open to all ages all the time. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets and more information about admission to The Roof are available here.

“We’ve always believed The Roof should feel like a place you can come back to again and again,” said Mandy Slater, owner of Slater Hospitality. “Not every visit looks the same, and now it doesn’t have to with our new flexible tickets. You can come up for the views, grab a drink, meet friends, and when you’re ready, jump into a round of mini golf that feels new each time you play it.”

FARMERS MARKET SERIES RETURNS TO THE BATTERY ATLANTA

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 4/16/26

Local flavors, artisan goods and family-friendly experiences return to the Plaza Green starting April 19

The Battery Atlanta invites guests to shop, stroll and savor the season at the Farmers Market, presented by Kaiser Permanente. Returning to the Plaza Green on select Sundays beginning April 19, this fan-favorite series features a curated mix of local farmers, artisans and specialty vendors offering fresh produce, handcrafted goods and unique finds in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Blending community charm with signature The Battery Atlanta energy, the market offers more than just shopping. Guests can enjoy a petting zoo, explore the Bark Market with their four-legged companions and catch the Atlanta Braves away games on the Georgia Power Pavilion screen. Whether guests are discovering new flavors, supporting local businesses or enjoying a laid-back Sunday outing, the Farmers Market at The Battery Atlanta delivers something for everyone all season long.

WHAT:                 Farmers Market Series at The Battery Atlanta

                              Presented by Kaiser Permanente

WHEN                  Select Sundays, April 19–Sept. 27

                              1 – 4 p.m.

WHERE                The Battery Atlanta

                              The Plaza Green

                              800 Battery Ave SE

                              Atlanta, GA 30339

MORE INFO        This event is free and open to the public. Complimentary parking is available for the first two                                      hours on non-event days.

EXPERIENCE A SPECIAL LEGO HUMMINGBIRD BUILD EVENT AT THE AVENUE WEST COBB’S BARNES & NOBLE LOCATION

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

Throughout the event, guests will have the chance to build their own LEGO Hummingbird to take home, making it a perfect activity for young builders and LEGO enthusiasts alike. Spots are limited, so interested attendees are encouraged to call Barnes & Noble at 770-424-0511 to reserve their spot ahead of the event.

WHEN:

Friday, March 27, 2026

6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

WHERE:

The Avenue West Cobb  — Barnes & Noble

3625 Dallas Hwy 

Marietta, GA 30064

YEPPA KICKS OFF F1 SEASON AT BOTH LOCATIONS

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

Catch Every Lap of the Season Opener at Yeppa Buckhead and Yeppa BeltLine

Reservations Available for Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11 p.m.

The lights go out on the 2026 Formula 1 season opener on Saturday, March 7 at 11 p.m., and Yeppa is airing every lap at both of its Atlanta locations—sound on, screens up, doors open until the end of the race. With sweeping new regulations, a new World Champion in Lando Norris, and an expanded grid welcoming Cadillac as the sport’s 11th team, the opener marks the start of a new era and Yeppa BeltLine and Yeppa Buckhead are ready. 

At Yeppa BeltLine, the race will be shown with sound up and late-night reservations available. At Yeppa Buckhead, the race will also air with full sound and reservations available via OpenTable, with VIP tables offered by email at buckheadres@yeppaco.com. Buckhead table details include a $100 minimum for up to six guests and $69 P’s Rosé magnums available for the table. Focaccia will be served until midnight at both locations, while the main kitchen closes at regular hours. 

Yeppa Buckhead is located at 306 Buckhead Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30305. Yeppa BeltLine is located at 667 Auburn Ave NE, Suite 120, Atlanta, GA 30312. For more information or to book, visit www.yeppaco.com and follow @yeppacoatl.

BACK FOR AN ENCORE: HORIZON THEATRE PRESENTS I CARRY YOUR HEART WITH ME FROM JANUARY 30 – FEBRUARY 15

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 2/2/26

Return engagement of acclaimed play starring Atlanta Suzi Award-winner Carolyn Cook

Press Opening on February 6

“It’s both entertaining and engrossing, doing what good theatre is supposed to do – leave you thinking and contemplating your own life as you walk out of the theatre.”

BroadwayWorld

 Horizon Theatre Company continues its 2025-2026 season with an encore performance of I Carry Your Heart With Me by Jennifer Blackmer, starring Carolyn Cook in her 2025 Suzi Award winning performance. The surprise hit of last season, Horizon reprises the play January 30 – February 15 (press opening February 6) and then brings it to Savannah Repertory Theatre in Savannah, Georgia, Feb 26-March 8. Winner of the prestigious 2024 Steinberg/ATCA New Play Citation, the play centers on Esther, a stenographer inside a top-secret Vietnam-era debriefing room, who has a picture-perfect world until she encounters an airman whose story quite literally changes her life. As she captures the stories of noncommissioned officer and POWs freshly back from the front lines, Esther finds herself smack dab in the middle of a troubling investigation. 

With plenty of twists and turns along the way, this taut, suspenseful play delivers a powerful emotional impact. The production’s strong audience response and critical reception have helped propel Jennifer Blackmer’s powerful solo work to new stages across the region.

“This play lingered with audiences in a way that was impossible to ignore,” said Carolyn Cook. “The response to the first run made it clear that Esther’s story was still unfolding for people, and that there was more to be explored. Returning to the role offers a chance to deepen the work and continue the conversation the play began with Atlanta audiences.”

In this solo play, Carolyn Cook (Suzi Award for Best Actor for Horizon’s I Carry Your Heart With Me, Time Stands Still, and Horizon’s solo show The Syringa Tree as well as Best Supporting Actress for Citizens Market) commands the stage as Esther Shannon, looking back on her formative time in her early 20s as a government stenographer for the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Raised in a military family, Esther is now the new girl and best typist on the base, where she meets attractive officer Andy, who wines and dines her. Like her mother and grandmother before her, she seems destined to become a military wife and mother. Longing to make her father proud and to make a bigger difference, she thinks about taking her skills to Vietnam instead. Andy persuades her to stay stateside by pulling strings to get her a top-security clearance job on the base. Tasked with transcribing debriefings of POWs and non-commissioned officers returning from the front lines, she records their fractured memories of the war which seep into her and change her perspective on the world. Then Esther encounters a POW helicopter pilot whose story has a deep impact on her, ultimately causing a clash with her official duties and complicating her life. As she becomes entangled in an investigation, Esther grapples with her future in a suspenseful and emotionally charged journey.

“The play was particularly meaningful to military veterans and their families in this story that honors their sacrifice and service,” said director Lisa Adler. “And this time, we are offering heavily discounted tickets to veterans, active duty and military families as a thank you for their service.”

A blend of fact and fiction, the play is inspired by playwright Jennifer Blackmer’s mother’s real-life experiences as a young stenographer with a similar job on the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base during the Vietnam War. Blackmer’s mother revealed some of her experiences to her daughter before she passed away suddenly in her early 60s, leaving the playwright to put together the pieces and imagine the rest of her story. Jennifer Blackmer’s plays have been produced Off-Broadway and across the country, and she serves as Professor of Theatre and Executive Director of the Virginia B. Ball Center for Creative Inquiry at Ball State University. Blackmer was in residence at Horizon in 2023 as one of the lead mentors in Horizon’s New South Young Playwrights Festival.

Directed by Horizon Theatre’s Co-Artistic Director Lisa Adler, the 2026 production reunites her with one of her favorite collaborators, the talented Carolyn Cook. Adler has directed Cook in many productions over the past three decades, including her acclaimed performance in the solo play The Syringa Tree, which played at Horizon and toured venues in the Southeast, as well as her award-winning performances in Time Stands Still and Skylight. The world of the play is created with an evocative, poetic set by resident designers Isabel and Moriah Curley-Clay, shaped by lights from resident lighting designer Mary Parker and supported by projections from Victoria Nation (Horizon’s Amelie and Madeline’s Christmas) with sound by Whitney Leonard. The productions meticulous pacing and emotional resonance have struck a chord with audiences, with one calling it “a must-see play.”

Performances begin January 30, with a press opening on February 6. Performances are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday at 5 p.m. A special 2 p.m. performance will take place Sunday, February 8 (Super Bowl Sunday), with an additional 2 p.m. Wednesday matinee on February 11. Tickets start at $40* on Wednesdays and Thursdays and $45* for Friday nights, Saturday nights and weekend matinees. Prices rise as performances fill up, so patrons are encouraged to order early for the best prices and availability. Best deals are for subscribers – 25-35% off. Students under 25 can get $15* tickets with valid student ID. Veterans, active duty, and military families can reserve two $20* tickets for any performance by emailing their military ID, their contact info and requested performance date to boxoffice@horizontheatre.com.*Sales Tax and a small fee are added onto all ticket orders. Single ticket seating is general admission, with a reserved seating section for season subscribers. There is limited accessible seating for those needing mobility 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.