1. Arts and culture events to look forward to.
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is returning to Atlanta Feb. 16-19. WABE’s “City Lights” host Lois Reitzes will be speaking to Artistic Director Robert Battle in advance of the troupe’s return. Feb. 4 is the HBCU All-Star Battle of the Bands at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. And “Black American Portraits” is coming to Spelman College Feb. 8 – May 15.
2. Trend alert number 1!
Look for more themed cocktail bars to emerge in Atlanta, much like Mambo Zombi, By Weight & Measure and Ranger Station (a “secret” bar in Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall) did in 2022.
3. United Talent Agency opening its Atlanta gallery.
UTA, which represents some of the most elite professionals in the entertainment industry, opened its Atlanta office last year. This year, the agency will open its gallery UTA Artist Space, expanding its presence here and reinforcing Atlanta’s stature as an entertainment stronghold.
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