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The Suzi Bass Awards

Modeled after the Tony Awards, these Atlanta accolades for area theaters bring attention to outstanding work, leading to increased ticket sales and new audiences. Continue reading “The Suzi Bass Awards”…

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Tomer Zvulun

Since 2013, Tomer’s innovative approach as General and Artistic Director of The Atlanta Opera has brought opera to new audiences while supporting and developing the next generation of artists. Continue reading “Tomer Zvulun”…

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Union County Historical Society

Committed to preserving north Georgia’s history, the organization operates a museum in Blairsville within the 1899 courthouse it saved from demolition and hosts cultural programs to broaden community outreach. Continue reading “Union County Historical Society”…

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Dennis Skelley

Under his leadership as President and CEO, the Georgia Rehabilitation Institute in Augusta has commissioned 21 works of public art and established a gallery dedicated to artists with disabilities. Continue reading “Dennis Skelley”…

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Sasikala Penumarthi

Sasikala Penumarthi Duluth Sasikala Penumarthi (Duluth) is Executive Director of the Academy of Kuchipudi Dance in Atlanta and currently serves as a Kuchipudi dance instructor at Emory University. She has devoted more than three decades to sharing the South Indian… Continue reading “Sas

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Sherrill Milnes

As co-founder of the Savannah VOICE Festival, Sherrill enriches Savannah’s cultural landscape by celebrating vocal artistry, leading educational outreach programs, and fostering community engagement. Continue reading “Sherrill Milnes”…

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Andy Gaines

In his role as Executive Director of the historic Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre in Marietta, Andy revitalized the venue into an economic and cultural hub. Continue reading “Andy Gaines”…

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Okefenokee Heritage Center

The Center serves eight Southeast Georgia counties by preserving local history, promoting creativity and education, and strengthening the Waycross economy through cultural tourism. Continue reading “Okefenokee Heritage Center”…

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Atlanta Drum Academy

Led by James Riles III, the Academy provides percussion training for children in marginalized communities and is renowned for its focus on helping young people grow into confident leaders. Continue reading “Atlanta Drum Academy”…

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Luciana Spracher

Luciana has been instrumental in establishing the archives for the City of Savannah. Her notable initiatives include preserving City Hall, documenting oral histories, and launching educational programs. Continue reading “Luciana Spracher”…

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