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Filmmaker Tyler Perry recently held the grand opening to his movie lot in southwest Atlanta. More than 800 guests came out to chrisen Tyler Perry Studios.
Celebrities like Beyonce, Oprah Winfrey, and even former President Bill Clinton and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton were on hand for the star-studded event.
Unlike other movie lots, Tyler Perry Studios, like the name implies, is made up of several studios and lots.
1. How big is Tyler Perry Studios?
Tyler Perry Studios sits on 330 acres just outside the borders of East Point, Georgia. It is one of the largest movie production facilities in America.
The studio is larger than the studio lots of Disney, Fox, Paramount, Sony and Warner Brothers, with acres to spare. They’re also hiring now!
Here are some facts about Tyler Perry Studios:
- More than 40 sites on the National Register of Historic Places sit on Tyler Perry Studios property.
- Tyler Perry Studios has 12 sound stages
- The studio also encompasses more than 220 acres of greenspace
- The studio space has 21 movie sets on site
2. How many movie sets does Tyler Perry Studios have?
Tyler Perry Studios has 21 movie sets on the property. They have names like “Mansion,” “Prison Yard,” ‘Rustic Cabin,” “Motel,” “Oval Office,” “Motel,” and more.
3. What are the origins of Tyler Perry Studios?
The plot of land, more than 300 acres, traces its earliest beginnings to a U.S. Army barracks that would soon be home for the Confederate Army. It would quickly return to the Union during the Civil War.
In 1885, Fort McPherson would claim the space over 500 acres. The Army base was named after Union Major General James McPherson, who was killed in battle during the American Civil War.
When Georgia seceded in 1861, the Confederate government took charge of Fort McPherson. These lasted until the Battle of Atlanta, which saw operations at the base moved elsewhere.
But the site is not so much about the past as it is about its future. Perry has transformed the grounds into an oasis of manicured natural beauty.
4. Where was Tyler Perry’s first Atlanta movie studio?
Perry originally had a studio in Midtown Atlanta, where the site of Krog Street Market now sits.
After that in 2008, he bought a studio lot in southwest Atlanta close to Greenbriar Mall. That studio was 200,000 square feet and a perennial tourist attraction.
5. What was the first movie filmed there?
Photo credit: Marvel Studios You know Atlanta has all types of movies filming here. Marvel’s “Black Panther” was actually the first movie to be filmed on the lot.
Perry has said in interviews how he thought it was appropriate that somehow a movie about a black superhero would be the first one filmed at his studio.
6. How will Tyler Perry Studios help the community?
Perry told CBS News that his studios will have a compound for LGBTQ youths that have been displaced. It will also be a safe place for battered women. Listen…
7. What are celebrities saying about Tyler Perry Studios?
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A who’s who of A-Listers spoke out about the massive achievement of Perry, who was homeless at one point in his journey.Beyonce took to Instagram to say this about Tyler Perry Studios.
” I could feel our ancestors’ presence. Surrounded by my heroes, I watched Denzel, Queen Oprah, Spike, Whoopi, Sir Poitier, Will, Halle , Dame Cicely and our angels John Singleton and Diahann Carroll honored. The Armand de Brignac crashed against each soundstage as fireworks lit up the sky. Generations of blood, sweat and tears, success, excellence and brilliance. It makes me so proud, so full, I could not stop crying. Thank you my Virgo brother for so much love and passion put into every detail. My prayer today is that you will take it all in. You inspire me to dream even bigger.”
Actor Michael Ealy said that it was important for creatives of color to witness the creation of a black-owned film studio.
Oprah Winfrey was visibly moved to tears during a choir procession at the gala. Footage from fillmmaker Ava Duvernay showed the mogul taken aback by the gravity of the moment at Tyler Perry Studios.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
Inside Tyler Perry Studio’s Star-Studded Grand Opening (PICS)
Photo credit: Tyler Perry / Instagram 
Photo credit: Tyler Perry / Instagram 
Photo credit: Tyler Perry 
With more than 700 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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The new “Stranger Things 4” has been confirmed by Netflix. That means a sequel to last season’s “Summer in Hawkins” will finally be released. The Atlanta-filmed series has been a runaway hit on Netflix.
It has yet to be determined when the fourth installment will begin preproduction and filming, but it will likely be in 2020.
Netflix confirms ‘Stranger Things 4’ is happening
Last season, we got to see the individuality of the main cast as things get surreal in the small town of Hawkins. New characters were added and things got strange and…. stranger things.
“Stranger Things 3” began production in late 2018. Back on screen were Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp and Winona Ryder. But new faces will include Jake Busey and Cary Elwes.
More: How to become a screenwriter in Atlanta
With more than 700 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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The Red Bull Music Festival is set for Nov. 1-14, 2019 in Atlanta. The music festival will take place at Variety Playhouse 1099 Euclid Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307.
Red Bull Music Festival Atlanta: Everything you need to know
The featured performer will be Atlanta’s own Ari Lennox, who is signed to J.Cole’s Dreamville Records. But she’s not alone. More than 25 other artists will take the stage.
Ari Lennox headline the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta in celebration of her album “Shea Butter Baby”.
Red Bull Music Festival: Music Lineup
Here are the other artists that will perform at the Red Bull Music Festival:
- Ari Lennox
- · Baby Rose
- · BbyMutha
- · bowcat
- · Decoteau ·
- Denzel Curry
- · Princess and Diamond of Crime Mob ·
- DJ Anthony Somebody
- · DJ Ape
- · DJ Durel
- · Gunner Stahl ·
- Hourglass ·
- Joey Bada$$ ·
- JSPORT ·
- Kari Faux ·
- Kevin “Coach K” Lee
- · Lex Luger ·
- Molly Brazy ·
- Mulatto
- · OHSO
- · pineappleCITI ·
- Precious Ebony ·
- Queen Key · Shawty Redd
- · Teyana Taylor
- UNIIQU3
- · Yung Baby Tate ·
- Zaytoven
The Red Bull Music Festival Atlanta schedule
Red Bull Music Festival Atlanta Portraits Opening Event – Nov. 1
Doors open at 8:00 PM · November 1, 2019 – 18+ OnlyRed Bull Music Festival Atlanta: Gunner Stahl Portraits – Nov. 2-7Doors open at 8:00 PM · November 2, 2019 – All AgesThe Red Bull Music Festival Atlanta takes place from Nov. 1-14 in Midtown. But it’s not the only thing going on that week or weekend. See other Atlanta happenings.
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The beautiful leaves are changing colors in Atlanta and you know what that means: Fall is officially here. If you’re looking for things to do in Atlanta in fall, you’ve come to the right place.
Atlanta’s beautiful tree canopy is turning brown and the leaves are beginning to fall, which is the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the weather.
Hit the trails
Photo credit: Andrew Ridley via Unsplash The big advantage that autumn has over the other seasons is that it’s cooler so you can stand being outside longer. You also get to take in the brilliant colors of the leaves. And nowhere is this more apparent than on a trail.
You can find some great trails in all the major metropolitan counties surrounding Atlanta. Here are some great ones.
Go on a cider run
Drinking cider is not only a seasonal tradition in autumn, but it’s absolutely delicious. Here are Atlanta spots where you can get some good cider.
Of course, these are not all of the spots you can get cider in Atlanta. If you know of a place, let us know in the comments.
Big Springs Farm
2100 Sugar Pike Rd, Woodstock, GA 30188 |(678) 899-3900
Big Springs Farm in Woodstock has a vast pumpkin patch that has events such as a harvest festival and tractor show out there.Here’s what one Google reviewer says aobut Big Springs Farm: “So much fun! Def a must do in Fall. The candles are a great gift and beautiful assortment of pumpkins. Bouncy house and play bulls for kiddos. Loved the farms animals. Super sweet and will let you pet them.”Find your way through a corn maze
Photo credit: Jesse Gardner @plasticmind / Unsplash True, corn is not a major crop in Georgia, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t corn mazes in the metro area.Yule Forest
3565 GA-155 N, Stockbridge, GA 30281 | (770) 954-9356
Take the family to Yule Forest in nearby Stockbridge, Georgia for a fun time amidst nature. Yule Forest is one of the most fun places in Henry County.
Sleepy Hollow Farm
628 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Powder Springs, GA 30127 | (770) 880-8846
Sleepy Hollow Farm in Powder Springs is a family-owned farm that offers escape rooms, hopper cabins and more for a good time.
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Sleepy Hollow Farm: “Took my 10 year old brother and we had a blast today! The staff was very friendly and farm was very cute the kids could pet the goats and the little play ground was my brothers favorite. I was a little worried because of the reviews but I think for the money it’s fantastic. I don’t think it’s the most entertaining for just adults but if you have kids with you you’ll enjoy it.”
Berry Patch Farms
786 Arnold Mill Rd, Woodstock, GA 30188 | (770) 926-0561
Come to Woodstock’s Berry Patch Farms if you want to take part in a harvest of pumpkins, berries and more. This family-run farm has Christmas trees, blueberry & pumpkin picking, hayrides, a playground, snacks and more.Here’s what one reviewer says about Berry Patch Farms: “Ever since moving to Georgia I have wanted to take the kids blueberry picking, and every year I have missed it because they get picked out so quickly. This time we made it on opening day and we managed to pick 8lbs of blueberries! No entry fee only pay by pound, and the farm itself was so charming! The staff was kind and accommodating and the whole experience was great.”Southern Belle Farm is about 40 minutes south of Atlanta and offers some great fruit picking and harvest events centered around pumpkins, berries and more.Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Southern Belle Farm: “I love this farm, I always go here for strawberry and peach picking. I enjoyed the farm here, just 35-40 minutes from Downtown ATLANTA. The place is cleaned and well maintained. The lovely peach orchard. Good place to get some photos too. I had a good time here .”Go for a hay ride
If you don’t think hay rides are fun, you haven’t been on the right hay ride. Here are some places to do hay rides in and around Atlanta:Attend a fall festival
All the fall festivals happening in Atlanta, there’s no reason why the whole family can’t have a good time out and about. Every weekend, there’s a fall festival to attend with food, live music and fun activities for the kids.
Visit a state park
Georgia has some of the most beautiful state parks in the Southeast. Check out this list of some of the best ones.
Explore all the things to do in Atlanta this fall
The autumn time is a good time to really explore Atlanta. To find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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The Future and Meek Mill 2019 Legendary Nights Tour comes to Atlanta on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019 at the Cellairis Amphitheatre at Lakewood. The show begins at 7 PM.
Fans of Future and Meek Mill can also get to see YG, Mustard and Megan Thee Stallion, who will perform there as well.
Atlanta: Future and Meek Mill 2019 Legendary Nights Tour
Meek will perform hits from his 2018 album “Championship,” while Future will do a medley of hits from his seven albums, including the EP he released in June, “Save Me.”
Here are the remaining dates of the Legendary Nights Tour:
September 23 – Tampa, FL @ Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
September 24 – West Palm Beach, FL @ Coral Sky Amphitheatre
September 27 – Austin, TX @ Austin360 Amphitheatre+
September 29 – Houston, TX @ The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
October 1 – Albuquerque, NM @ Isleta Amphitheater
October 3 – Phoenix, AZ @ Ak-Chin Pavilion
October 5 – Las Vegas, NV @ Mandalay Bay Events CenterThere are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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New York entrepreneur and reality TV star Yandy Smith-Harris says she’s relocated to Atlanta. The move comes as Smith raises her profile in business.
She’s been busy promoting her Yelle skincare line, which is made for people of color.
“I love Atlanta. There are so many young, successful brown people in such a concentrated space. When I walk through Atlanta, I am so motivated by all the black people that own businesses. I’m so motivated by all the women millionaires here.”
“I just bought a house in Atlanta,” she says. “We just closed two weeks ago.”
But Harris says don’t get it twisted: “I’m still a New York girl … but I also have a house here because Atlanta just motivates me.”
Harris isn’t the only celebrity that has relocated to call Atlanta home. The music industry has lured many singers, rappers and producers. But a large number of them were also born here.
Up next: Yandy Smith-Harris dishes on Yelle skincare line
Yandy Smith Shares What Inspired Her To Create Yelle Skincare
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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Ready to dress for the caper? Come out for Markster Con’s own Atlanta Cosplay Crawl on Friday, October 18, 2019.
The event will include going to five pubs and numerous photo op stations to help get those cosplay images you’ve been seeking.
Atlanta Cosplay Crawl: Everything you need to know
By this time DragonCon 2019 will be in the books and you’ll know which cosplay you’ll want to showcase!
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This will be a great chance for you to mingle with your fellow 21+ cosplayers as you travel from pub to pub…think of it as a moving party.
And, with this being a Cosplay event, we can’t do it without having some great photo stations set up, included with an Adv. Tickets.
Get Tickets To This Event
Edited photos will be available online a short while after the event, once participating photographers have time to edit/tweak the images.
For those who have been to the annual HAIR OF THE DRAGON (Atlanta’s cosplay photo studio party, all ages) it will have a resemblance of that but instead of a large photo studio will also incorporate more of a party atmosphere once the various pubs are visited, along with exclusive drink and food specials.
NOTE: The venue/pub that will serve as Registration will be announced soon (i.e. TBA)
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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The Kirkwood Wine Stroll is set to take place on Friday, Sept. 20, 2019. The Eastside Atlanta event pays homage to the neighborhood with food, and wines from across the globe.
The Kirkwood Wine Stroll features more than 40 locations pour a sample of red and white wine and will offer light snacks.
Kirkwood Wine Stroll: Everything you need to know
Attendees also can enjoy food via small plates available and dine-in specials at Kirkwood restaurants. Other businesses will offer specials, discounts, prize drawings, demonstrations.
Early bird tickts are $40 and the week of event price is $50.
Get tickets here
Get your Early Bird ticket and enjoy over 80+ wines and three stages of live local music. Beer and food for purchase.
The Kirkwood Wine Stroll will run from 7 to 10 p.m. There are two locations for check in located on Hosea Williams Drive near the following businesses:
Sherwin Williams at Hosea Williams Dr. corner of Howard St. NE Urban Pie at Hosea Williams Drive and corner of Kirkwood Rd.
Check-In will open at 7 pm and will close at 9 pm.
Explore Atlanta at your own pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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Acclaimed astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is coming to Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on Tuesday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Tyson, a bestselling author and the host of “Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey,” will hosting an evening dedicated to “Letters from an Astrophysicist.”
Neil deGrasse Tyson brings Letters from an Astrophysicist to Cobb
bestselling author and Director of Hayden Planetarium, will be hosting an evening dedicated to “Letters from an Astrophysicist” at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on Tuesday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m.
The evening will feature Tyson peeling back the layers of his very public persona and fame by unveiling his candid correspondence with people across the world.
Tickets are on sale now at ticketmaster.com, the Cobb Energy Centre Box Office, and (800) 982-2787. Ticket prices start at $46, plus applicable fees.
Explore Atlanta at your own pace
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:
- For a month’s view: The Official Atlanta Events Calendar
- For a more immediate look, check Things to do in Atlanta This Week
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“Coming 2 America” is hiring actors in Atlanta for various roles. Filming will take place over the next few months and casting directors are hiring for roles. Here’s what you need to know about this Coming 2 America casting call in Atlanta.
The film, which is being produced by “Blackish” showrunner Kenya Barris, features an all-star ensemble cast of new actors joining the franchise as well as old actors reprising their roles.
Coming 2 America casting call: Filming in Atlanta details
Here’s what the film description says: “Akeem learns he has a long-lost son in the United States and must return to America to meet the unlikely heir to the throne of Zamunda. A sequel to the 1988 comedy ‘Coming to America.'”
Coming 2 America casting call: How to apply
***The QUEST***
You will need to be available for a October 16 & 17 to shoot scenes.
Here’s what producers are looking for:
Work Dates: TUESDAY 10/15, WEDNESDAY 10/16 -and- THURSDAY 10/17
Fitting will also be required – date TBD during week of 10/7-10/11
Rate: $150/12
Location: Atlanta, GAAFRICAN GOSPEL CHOIR: Male and Female who can portray AFRICAN, able to portray age range 18-40, would be mouthing to a pre-record playback in 3 part harmony, so looking for people that understand harmonizing. Even though you are only mouthing – it is definitely preferable to have actual singers who can decipher between different musical parts. Prefer an actual existing choir but will also consider individual singer types
If this is you please submit a clear photo(s), name, number height, weight, sizes and musical/singing/choir experience to QUEST@CENTRALCASTING.COM
Please put GOSPEL CHOIR in the subject line.
More roles available for ‘Coming 2 America: The Quest’
MULTIPLE WORK DATES: Tentatively 10/17, 10/18, 10/21, 10/23, 10/24, 10/25 – Must have flexible and open availability to be available as needed
Fitting: WEDNESDAY 9/11/19 at 9am or 1:30pm depending on role (*MUST be able to attend this fitting on this date!) Fitting paid at 1/4 check ($20/2)
Rate: $80/8
Location: Atlanta, GAROYAL COURT and PALACE OFFICIALS: Men who can portray AFRICAN, able to portray age range 30-70, conservative, upscale, distinguished, regal. No Facial hair, No visible tattoos. Natural hair colors/styles. Men: sizes 36-44R chest/jacket. Fitting time: 9:00am
If this is you please submit a clear photo(s), name, number height, weight and sizes to QUEST@CENTRALCASTING.COM
Please put ROYAL PALACE in the subject line.
**The QUEST***
Work Date: TUES 10/15 and WEDS 10/16, *MUST be available for BOTH listed dates and have flexible availability to allow for schedule changes.
Fitting Date: FRIDAY 10/11/19 (*MUST be able to attend fitting on this date and time)
Rate: $80/8
Location: Atlanta, GAINTERNATIONAL PALACE GUESTS: MALE who can portray ASIAN or INDIAN or HISPANIC or MIDDLE EASTERN, able to portray age range 30-65, upscale, conservative, professional.
If this is you please submit a clear photo(s), name, number height, weight and sizes to QUEST@CENTRALCASTING.COM
Please put INTERNATIONAL PALACE GUEST in the subject line.
**IF YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN PREFIT or are scheduled to be prefit IN A DIFFERENT ROLE – PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT FOR THIS!–
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