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Atlanta / Restaurants / Things To Do4 Min Read
Do you like free food? Like, seriously, who doesn’t? Free food in Atlanta, Georgia is pretty easy to come by. As they say, there’s an app for that.
No matter if you feel like Mexican fare or burgers and fries, you can get a great deal on your food if you know where to go.
In this article, I’m going to show you some of the best free food deals in the city.
How To Get Free Food Deals In Atlanta
Here are five ways to eat for free fast food in Atlanta just by downloading an app. The good thing is, these reward programs offer freebies with no other purchase required.
TCBY
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Download the TCBY App and you’ll get a free treat up to a $5 value.Dunkin’ Donuts
View this post on InstagramGet a free coffee when you enroll, on your birthday, and for every 200 points spent when enrolled in the DDPerks Rewards Program.
McDonald’s
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Download the app for free weekly specials, which include burgers, McCafe’s and more.Panera Bread
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Join MyPanera and you’ll get a free pastry item just for joining. They also give out tons of other freebies when you’re a member.Cinnabon
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Sign up for Club Cinnabon and you’ll get a free minibon roll at participating bakeries.Chili’s
View this post on InstagramJoin the Chili’s Rewards program and you’ll get 60 free points just for joining, which is enough to get a free menu item.
IHOP
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Join IHOP’s Pancake Revolution, and you’ll get a free Rooty Tooty Fresh N’ Fruity stack of pancakes for signing up, on your membership anniversary, and on your birthday. You can also get free pancakes on IHOP Free Pancake Day.T.G.I. Friday’s
View this post on InstagramGet a free appetizer or dessert just for joining their Give Me More Stripes rewards program. You’ll also get a free dessert on your birthday.
Krispy Kreme
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Join Friends of Krispy Kreme and you’ll get an email for free doughnut of your choice. There are plenty of other times during the year you can get free Krispy Kreme donuts.Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Here Are The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta
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If you’re having a hard time remembering which metro Atlanta area code your friend has, it’s about to get harder. The reason is because Atlanta is getting a new area code.Now you can used your old phones with a new area code! Here’s what to know about Atlanta’s latest new three-digit number.
What Is Atlanta’s New Area Code?
Atlanta’s new area code is 943. The number wasn’t something that many people were aware of before it was on its way to becoming a reality. The entire process has taken about two years.
The state Public Service Commission approved a the area code, which will serve Atlanta and its suburbs, in 2020.When Does Atlanta Get A New Area Code?
Atlanta is getting its new area code starting March 15. From that day onward, you can request a number starting with 943- from your wireless phone provider, including T-Mobile, Verizon and AT&T.
How Many Area Codes Does Metro Atlanta Have?
Here are all the area codes for the Atlanta area:
- 404
- 678
- 470
- 943
Final Word
It’s time to add another number to the collection of three-digit area codes Atlanta’s metropolitan area has: 943 is on the way.
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If you’re looking to get funded for an idea, project or company, one of the easiest ways to do that is to get money from the government.
The U.S. government awards tens of millions of dollars a year to Americans who apply and get accepted for loan and grant programs. Could you be the next awardee? Read on to find out how it works.
How To Get Government Money
In this article, we’re going to tell you how to get money from the government via loans and grants.
Here Are the Best Grant Sites For Free Money
How Do You Borrow Money From The Government?
The way to get money from the government is to apply at the official federal website GovLoans.gov. This is a great resource that not only allows you to apply for loans but provides free information on how to fill out application forms and see monetary opportunities.
GovLoans.gov has several categories that you can find loans in, including:
- Agriculture
- Anti-Violence Efforts
- Anti-Hunger Efforts
- Business
- Disaster Relief
- Education Efforts
- Housing
- Military Assistance and more.
Instead of a loan, it’s best to see if you can get a grant, although you may only qualify for a free loan.
What Is A Free Loan?
A free loan is an arrangement that gives you money that you don’t have to pay back. The government may call it different things, primarily a grant.
With a free loan, once you’re approved you won’t have to worry about paying interest or even an origination fee like most loans. That’s why it’s called a free loan.
What Is The Easiest Government Loan To Get?
The easiest loan to get is a student loan. Of the two most common students loans, the most popular is the Direct Loan, which is easy to qualify.
The loans typically give you a 10-year grace period before you begin to pay for the loan, if you can’t get it forgiven by the government.
Final Word
Although the information is free to research, getting approved for.a government grant or loan is difficult in most cases. It takes a lot of time to complete the applications and you have to fit stringent requirements, but you can do it.
If you have a good proposal you can get free money from the government.
Are you trying to become more financially literate? Check out Money Mondays at AtlantaFi.com, where we’ll share strategies to save and make cash.
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Black Adam, the Atlanta-filmed movie starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has wrapped filming and is headed for the big screen.
The full-length feature film had several casting calls in Atlanta, which we spotlighted as a way to get local people hired.
When Is Black Adam Being Released?
Black Adam is being released July 29, 2022, in the heat of summer.
A major tease will air during Super Bowl weekend. No doubt, you can spot a commercial or two during the big game.
Local casting directors had the incredible chance to work in the DC Universe.
Who Has Been Cast To Star In Black Adam?
The Black Adam cast includes the following stars:
- Dwyane “The Rock” Johnson
- Noah Cinteneo
- Aldis Hodge
- Djimon Hounsou
- Sarah Shahi
- Quintessa Swindell
- Rana Khalil
Here’s a teaser from Black Adam that The Rock shared with fans via Instagram:
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With nearly 1,000 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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It’s time to add some color in your life. One way to do that is to change the color of your hair. With the right dye, it’s as easy as ever.
This article is going to show you some great hair dyes to try.
The way to choose is to know what kind of hair you have and what works with hit. In this article, we’re going to show you some of the best hair dyes to use so that you have the hues you want.
What’s The Best Hair Dye To Use?
When it comes to color, they say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But really, colors do different things to different people. So what you choose should be something that you feel looks good on you.
Here are some of the best hair dyes on the market. We’ve added some reviews so that you can see what real people say about these hair products:
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Here’s what one reviewer says about Revlon ColorSilk: “I love the soft black haircolor from Revlon! It covers well, looks natural not too black, stays in for along time. After coloring it makes ur hair feel nice and healthy without damage. It work for a cheap box of haircolor. I always used Revlon hair color for along time and it works just as good as the expensive brands. I highly recommend this.”2. L’oreal Paris Hair Color Feria Multi-faceted Shimmering Permanent Coloring
Here’s what one reviewer says about L’oreal Paris Hair Color Feria: “So I’m a natural blonde who has been coloring their hair 1-2 shades lighter for about three years now. I’ve been unable to shake that brassy color even with using purple shampoo from Sephora. Cue this brand. I love it! I’m including before and after pictures!”Buy
Here’s what one reviewer says about Garner Olia permanent hair color:”I never review products, but reading all the negative reviews here made me feel that I had to write a review. First of all, this is the best hair dye I have ever used…it is comparable to the dye they were using at Ulta when I was getting my hair professionally done, except that I’m not paying $100 an application. The dye doesn’t smell great, but it is definitely preferable to the smell of other hair dyes. I have long, light brown hair that is thin and tends to be on the drier side. I dye it black every 4-6 weeks and I love the look!”Buy
Here is what one reviewer says about Artic Fox Vegan hair color dye: “I had gray/white hair I was trying to grow out, but got sick of it. So I tried this color. Smells great. Left it on 1 hour. Did a great job coloring my hair, though a little uneven in spots. We’ll see how long it lasts. I typically only wash my hair 1 x a week because I have very curly dry hair. I love it and definitely recommend.”5. Keracolor Clenditioner Color Depositing Conditioner Colorwash – Instantly Infuse Color into Hair, 15 Colors | Cruelty Free
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Here’s what one reviewer says about Keracolor Clenditioner: “I know the warmth is different in each picture but I saw a huge difference. I am so happy how platinum this got my hair. I hate purple shampoos because they always leave that purple hue for a few days before you get the color you like. This works the same without the purple!!! Definitely will recommend it and will be buying more!!!”Final Word
Coloring your hair shouldn’t be a long, drawn out thing. At least, if you have some good options. Make sure you use the best hair dye for your texture.The Atlanta hair industry is one of the largest in the Southeast, with more than 8 million people getting groomed each month.
But you can do it yourself. All you need are some quality shears and some high-performance clippers to get the job done. Check out our Beauty Page for other ways to get shaped up.
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Few U.S. cities have as many black-owned businesses as Atlanta. When it comes to grocery stores, Atlanta punches way above its weight.
This article will show you some of the best black-owned grocery stores in Atlanta.
Nourish + Bloom Market
300 Trilith Pkwy Suite 250, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Jamie and Jilea Hemmings are the couple behind Nourish + Bloom Market, America’s first autonomous grocery store with robotic delivery. The Hemmings are the first black owners and creators of an autonomous grocery store in the world.
How Nourish + Bloom Market Works
To purchase products at the grocery store, you’ll need to download the Nourish app. Once you choose your products you can just walk out of the store. Sensors at the door will automatically charge your account for the items you buy. There are sensors on the shelves to detect weight differences once merchandise is picked up.
Located in Fayetteville about 19 miles from Atlanta, Nourish + Bloom Market is very convenient and easy to use!
Sevananda
467 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 681-2831
Sevananda is a community-owned co-op which happens to have a sizeable black ownership in Atlanta.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Sevananda grocery: “Wonderful, super quick and friendly service. I used their online store for the first time today, and I was amazed to find it was quicker and easier than the other online/pickup groceries I’ve bought.
Incredibly pleased to see that face masks are mandatory (at least as of June 19th, 2020). Thanks for looking after everyone’s health.”All About Oil
1000 Whitlock Ave NW #390, Marietta, GA 30064 | (678) 401-5431
Here’s what one reviewer says about All About Oil. “I am new to CBD and feel like I have been missing out! When I entered the store, Diana, the owner, listened to all my concerns and helped me find the perfect product for me. She was so helpful and knowledgeable explaining how each item worked and if it would benefit me. I have lower back pain (all of my adult life) and I ended up getting the salve, it’s been life changing for me at night. I am able to sleep virtually pain free now. I also purchased two infused olive oil products as gifts for my mom and she has raved about cooking with them. I am going back to get myself a few of the infused cooking oils now too! Definitely will be back to her super cute shop!”
Cayce Foods
1680 Roswell St SE, Smyrna, GA 30080 | (770) 432-6967
Here’s what one reviewer says about Cayce Foods: “The store is the best African food supply store I’ve been to. It has great stock of indigenous condiments, spices and meat. I loved the display of flags for each country represented. The checkout process is seamless. There’s also a restaurant inside with very tasty Nigerian jollof rice and local cuisines. The entrance to the store has a wheelchair ramp and there’s also free parking for visitors.”
Nana’s International Mini Market
5780 C.H. James Parkway SUITE 340, Powder Springs, GA 30127 | (770) 943-4330
Here’s what one reviewer says about Nana’s International Mini Market: “Very friendly service. Ended up buying a little more than what I came in for. Lol.”
South African Store
Cape Food & Beverage, also known as The South African Shop, Atlanta, imports and supplies South African products to the USA market. Since the company was established in 1998, the company has grown from strength to strength offering online shopping through our website, direct sales to the public through our store as well as wholesale to retailers across the USA.
S&J West Indian Enterprises
2575 Snapfinger Rd Suite J, Decatur, GA 30034 | (678) 418-7270
Here’s what one reviewer says about S&J West Indian Enterprises. “I love this place, they always have the best white pudding. Spices form back home.”
Sheba Foods
4757 Stone Mountain Hwy #400, Lilburn, GA 30047 | (770) 982-1000
Here’s what one reviewer says about Sheba Foods: “I picked up a Suya Turkey,Dressing and sauce, Plantains, Blackeyed peas and Sauted Spinach ! Came home and warmed it up ! The best turkey I have ever had in my life ! All the sides were delicious as well ! Sheba was very kind and professional ! She was very fair on her prices especially for a last minute holiday meal ! Thank You and God bless!”
Patchwork City Farms Shop
02 Pinehurst Terrace SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (814) 503-0310
The Patchwork City Farms shop has food you can purchase for your home. Here’s what one reviewer says about Patchwork City Farms. “Such a beautiful devoted young lady runs this farm. Its a pleasure to buy her vibrant healthy produce. She sells at the Peidmint park farmers market every week.”
Truly Living Well Center for Natural Urban AG
Truly Living Well operates in East Point, Atlanta as well as Fayetteville, Georgia. Truly LIving Well also has an online shop so you can buy groceries.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Truly Living Well. “My visit was peaceful. I enjoyed sitting in there in solitude. The beds could use some weeding. I’d like to volunteer my time to help with that. I was a bit disappointed that no one was there. 🙁 But, I’ll be back.”
Nature’s Own Herb Shop
28 S Central Ave, Atlanta, GA 30354 | (404) 209-1969
Here’s what one reviewer says about Nature’s Own Herb Shop. “The lady is very knowledgeable and she is real smart, she is about her business. When she tells u something do it but its all good, felt like my mom told me to do something. I will continue to shop there i wouldnt say she rude but about her business. Im a barbershop owner so i understand.
Of course, there are more local grocery stores that support the community, like Westview Corner Grocery.
If you’re hungry for a dine-in experience, here are the best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta
Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Business / Casting Calls3 Min Read
A new film based on a bestselling book is now casting in Atlanta: Landscape With Invisible Hand. The movie is bring produced by MGM, Plan B Entertainment and Annapurna Pictures.
The movie has been adapted for the big screen from the National Book Award winning novel by M.T. Anderson. The film stars Tiffany Haddish and Asante Blackk of When They See Us fame.
Landscape With Invisible Hand Casting Call Details: How To Apply
Witten and directed by Cory Finley, the new movie has been described as a “heightened comedy set in a deeply stratified, alien future.”
Here’s the synopsis for the film: “When Earth is taken over by an alien race that controls the economy, a pair of teenagers come up with a plan to save their family.”
Here’s how to apply to the casting call:
Looking for Raggedy Ann’s and Raggedy Andy’s
Ages 30s to 70s , All ethnicities!! Males and Females who look down on their luck (NOT HOMELESS), going out for job interviews, soup kitchen line, etc. Beards, no makeup, and unkempt looks welcome.
Please include your vehicle information (year, make, model, color) as we will pick a handful to use in the scene as well. (Bump included)
Pay Rate: $100/8, time and one-half after 8 hours
Testing Pay: $50 for all pre-work date tests
Fitting: TBD
Dates: Feb 15 (test) and Feb 16th (work)
Location: Atlanta and surrounding areasHOW TO SUBMIT:
To apply, please email us and include this information: name, age, exact height, weight, phone number, email address & a minimum of 3 photos (including headshots and full length) to:
Submissions@Catrettcasting.comUse this exact Subject: LWIH – RAGGEDY
Who Are The Cast Members In Landscape With Invisible Hand?
The stars in Landscape With Invisible Hand are:
- Clifton Collins Jr.,
- Michael Gandolfini
- Josh Hamilton
- Brooklynn MacKinzie
- Asante Blackk
- Tiffany Haddish
- Kylie Rogers
Final Word
Because there’s the so many films and TV productions in the works, Atlanta has been called the Hollywood of the South and it’s not just a label..If you want to be an actor, the city has classes you can take as well as places that provide headshots and more. You can also audition at numerous casting calls to build your movie and TV reel.Coming 2 America is just one of many films filmed in Atlanta. See our Movies Page for more.Are you interested in becoming an actor in Atlanta? You’re in the right place!With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Filming for Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever has resumed once again after being shut down for a while in Atlanta. The last shutdown was reportedly due, to a COVID-19 outbreak among the cast members.
According to IGN, several actors, including Lupita Nyong’o, tested positive, leading to a pause in production.
The break, which lasted several days in accordance with COVID health protocols, came only days after the set resumed due to the holidays and serious injury to Letitia Wright, who suffered an on-set accident last fall.
With all the stoppages, Black Panther 2 is still trying to regain its momentum to finish production in Atlanta.
Nevertheless, the film continues to build excitement and looks to be yet another blockbuster movie for Marvel Studios.
Meanwhile, the film’s storyline, as you know, has decided to steer clear of depicting Chadwick Boseman after his untimely passing in August 2020.
One cast member, Angela Bassett has told media that there has been at least five different scripts for Black Panther 2.
“I don’t know what it’s going to look like at all. There have been about five incarnations of the script and I hear another one’s coming. Of course, with our dear king going on to glory, a lot of things had to be shifted and changed, so thankfully, Ryan [Coogler] and Joe Robert Cole, they’re just such masterful storytellers that they’ve found a way into this world and hopefully it will be satisfying, I think, for the fans and it will be honorable of our Chad. We love our king.”
Marvel Studios has revealed that Black Panther 2 will be released on July 8, 2022. The film also now has an official name: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
What Is The Plot of Black Panther Sequel?
One of the biggest surprises we’ve learned so far is that Narcos star Tenoch Huerta has been cast as Namor and that the plot involves the Sub-Mariner’s home of Atlantis. But whether he’s a villain or not remains to be seen.
As for what the plot will be, a logline has already leaked online, courtesy of The DisInsider. Here’s what it says:
Both Wakanda and Atlantis are hidden civilizations with advanced technology and increased militaristic abilities that decided to separate themselves from the rest of the world for their own safety, and in a way, out of fear. Wakanda feared that their technology would be abused. Atlantis feared that surface dwellers would come and desecrate the mythical city just as they did so many years ago. And yet their fears escalate even further when these two once-hidden nations clash with each other. Wakanda and Atlantis have a shockingly intertwined history. Wakanda is the only county in the world with access to vibranium. However, rumors of its power spread throughout the world, and Namor’s human father was sent searching for this rare material in Antartica…
We can’t wait to read the rest!Who Has Been Cast In Black Panther 2?
- Lupita Nyong’o as Nakia, T’Challa’s former lover and a War Dog, an undercover spy for Wakanda.
- Danai Gurira as Okoye: Leader of the Dora Milaje, Wakanda’s all-female special forces and bodyguards to the king.
- Martin Freeman as Everett K. Ross: A member of the Central Intelligence Agency.
- Daniel Kaluuya as W’Kabi: The head of security for the Border Tribe, Wakanda’s first line of defense.
- Letitia Wright as Shuri: T’Challa’s teenage sister and Wakanda’s technology czar.
- Winston Duke as M’Baku: The leader of Wakanda’s mountain tribe, the Jabari.
- Angela Bassett as Ramonda: T’Challa and Shuri’s mother, the Queen Mother of Wakanda.
Final Word
This much we know for sure: Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever is one highly anticipate movie.
Speaking of Angela Bassett, the actress recently caught Sheila E. at City Winery in Atlanta, and when “Glamorous Life” came on, she blessed us with the moves!
Good morning to Angela Bassett ONLY 💚 pic.twitter.com/vMcVLm6J1D
— MEFeater Magazine (@mefeater) July 12, 2021
Atlanta is rallying around Black Panther 2 something serious, especially after Coogler went to bat for Georgia-based businesses by agreeing to keep production in the Peach State. Casting calls have already began as well.
Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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If you’ve ever wanted to know what lions, tigers and wildebeests sound like on the Atlanta Beltline, now’s your chance. The Illuminarium is one of the hottest tickets in town.
Wild animals on Atlanta’s hottest development project may be far fetched to some, but with the Illuminarium, it’s going down this summer.
In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Illuminarium in Atlanta.
What Is Illuminarium’s WILD: A Safari Experience?
Hold onto your seats! WILD is an immersive experience that transports visitors into an African landscape.
The way the experience works is that you enjoy cinematic content shot by Radical Media using custom camera arrays that provide a 240-degree native field of view.
To aid the experience, visitors hear the exotic sounds and smell and natural scents of Africa, all without leaving the Beltline.
When Is Illuminarium’s WILD: A Safari Experience Taking Place?
Illuminarium is currently going on in Atlanta just off Sumerset Trace along the Beltline. The event is brought to you by Illuminarium Experiences, a new global experiential entertainment company.
Tickets for WILD: A Safari Experience have gone on sale at Illuminarium.com. This first-of-its-kind entertainment experience will put the beauty and splendor of Africa’s most exotic animals on full display.
Attendees can expect to see some of Earth’s most majestic creatures in their natural habitats.
How To Get Tickets To Illuminarium in Atlanta?
Tickets for WILD: A Safari Experience have gone on sale. Prices start at $30 for kids and $35 for adults, with premium packages available.
You can buy tickets for Illuminarium in Atlanta HERE.
What’s Next?
After its stop in Atlanta, Illuminarium will travel to Las Vegas at AREA 15 in January 2022 and in Miami, at Mana in the Wynwood Arts District, in fall 2022. Other North American cities under consideration are:
- New York City
- Chicago
- Toronto
- Montreal
- Los Angeles
- Austin
Final Word
If you want to see some wild animals in person, visit Zoo Atlanta for a good time.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Tootsie, the Tony Award-winning musical, is coming to the Fox Theatre in Atlanta for one week: January 25-30, 2022. Get your tickets now.
Tootsie may be known to many people from the feature film starring Dustin Hoffman. It’s actually based on a story from Don McGuire and Larry Gelbart along with the Columbia Pictures.
How To Get Tickets To Tootsie In Atlanta
To celebrate Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta’s 40th anniversary season, a select number of $40 tickets will be sold for each performance. Tickets will be available at FoxTheatre.org/Tootsie.
The People Behind The Tootsie Tour
The talent people behind the production include:
- Director Dave Solomon (Broadway associate director)
- Broadway choreography by Denis Jones
- associate choreographer Chip Abbott
- Original scenic designer David Rockwell
- Tour scenic designer Christine Peters
- Costume designer William Ivey Long
- Associate costume designer Christopher Vergara
- Lighting designer Donald Holder
- Associate lighting designers Vivien Leone & Coby Chasman-Beck
- and assistant lighting designer Colleen Doherty
- sound designer Brian Ronan
- associate sound designer Cody Spencer
- hair and wig design by Paul Huntley
- assistant hair and wig designer Loryn Pretorius
- make-up design by Angelina Avallone
- Casting is by Binder Casting, Chad Murnane CSA.
- Supervising Music Supervisor Andrea Grody
- Music Supervision by Dean Sharenow
- vocal & incidental arrangements by Andrea Grody
- dance arrangements by David Chase
- orchestrations by Simon Hale
- music coordination by Talitha Fehr
The National Tour of Tootsie is produced and managed by TROIKA Entertainment.
For more information, visit tootsiemusical.com