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Talk about too hot for TV: Former Real Housewives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes recently filed a formal complaint against the show and Executive Producer Andy Cohen.
According to documents, which were filed on April 20, 2022, Leakes names NBCUniversal and production companies True Entertainment and Truly Original as defendants.
NeNe Leakes Alleges Systemic Racism In Lawsuit
A lot of the allegations go back to the initial seasons when Kim Zolciak-Biermann was a cast member on the show.
“From the day the series began filming, NeNe was the target of systemic racism from co-star Kim Zolciak-Biermann, which was tolerated by Bravo executive producer Andy Cohen and other executives,” Leakes’ attorney David deRubertis said in a written statement.
“The goals are to stop discriminating against black women,” Leakes told a TMZ reporter. “That’s the goal.”
Leakes said that she wanted to file the lawsuit a few years ago, but that she felt retaliated against.
Fam, we don’t know how this one is going to end up, but we know that Leakes has support from many of her friends.
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Are you involved in a relationship “entanglement,” and don’t know where to go? There are plenty of discreet places to go around Atlanta, Georgia.
If you want to lay low and catch up with an old friend in a public place or enjoy an outdoors event in the city, these are places where “grown folks” go in Atlanta.
5 Fun Places To Go In Atlanta When You’re Being Discreet
This article is going to show you some of the top places to enjoy an entanglement away from the big lights and fanfare.
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
Photo credit: AtlantaFi.com One of the greatest food halls in America, Ponce City Market is a feast for the senses for food lovers. Numerous shops catering to coffee, candy, wines, beer, and more are all here. Go to the rooftop to take in more of the city’s skyline while enjoying the taps at the two restaurants situated up there.
The Beltline After Dark
The Atlanta Beltline on the Eastside Trail comes alive at night, but not on the trail itself. You can find various restaurants that are bustling with people, things to do and things to eat…
Where To Grab Food In Atlanta At Night
Photo credit: Noah Buscher / Unsplash If you’ve missed the lunch specials and are down for some dinner, nighttime Atlanta has some solid food options. Here are some of the best places for a late-night meal or a bite in the early evening.
2 Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
This Midtown Atlanta restaurant has live music on most nights and has a dark and cozy atmosphere that makes it one of the most chic spots in the city. Check out the menu.
Cascade Springs Nature Preserve
2852 Cascade Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311 (404) 546-6744
Relatively few people know about Atlanta’s Cascade Springs Nature Preserve. The spot has a waterfall, trails and a moss-covered trees with lush green leaves.
There is also historical relics from the Civil War battle of Utoy Creek and much more.
Atlanta Prison Farm
1420 Key Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
The defunct Atlanta Prison Farm was at one time a 300-acre development that saw its hey day during the Jim Crow era of the South. The prison, which closed in 1995, now is an abandoned fossil of what it once was and the city is content to leave it that way.
18+ And Over: Where Grown Folks Go In Atlanta
Tongue & Groove – Lindbergh 565 Main St NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 Rose Bar Lounge 3115 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 Graveyard Tavern – East Atlanta 1245 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 Kimball House 303 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA 3003 MF Sushi – Midtown Suite K, 299 North Highland Avenue Northeast Suite K, Atlanta, GA 30307 The Loft 925 Bowen St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 Luxuria 15 W Peachtree Pl NW, Atlanta, GA 30308 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.
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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Among the treasures that screened at the Atlanta Film Festival was She Keeps Me, a short directed by Erica Orofino.
The film won Best Canadian Short (2022) at the Pendance film festival in Toronto and is currently making the rounds in the festival circuit.
She Keeps Me Screens At Atlanta Film Festival
She Keeps Me is about a woman, Alessandra (Rachel Daganais), who acts as the caretaker for her sister Lena (Katarina Keca), who struggles with mental illness. While Alessandra tries to be there for her sister, the film captures the nearly helpless position caretakers find themselves in when there’s little to no support.
We were able to talk to Orofino about the film as well as how she started in the business. Below is an edited transcript of our interview.
Where are you originally from and how did you get into filmmaking?I was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec but have been living in Toronto, Ontario for 10 years now. I went to film school at York University and started working in production after I graduated. I’ve always known directing is what I wanted to do, though, and I started directing films in 2016.“She Keeps Me” is an awesome short. What motivated you to tackle mental illness as the subject matter?Thank you! I’m really interested in stories about mental illness; it’s something that’s affected me my whole life, as someone who has both lived with it and also been in a caretaker role. I think stories like this bring people together, and make people feel seen.What message do you think a caretaker for someone suffering from mental illness can take from the film?I don’t know if there’s a direct message, I think what the film is saying to caretakers is “I see you, you’re not alone, I know it’s hard, and there is no right or wrong way.”As an art form, what advantages would you say filmmaking has over other forms like music or visual art?Filmmaking engages all the senses! I guess other than taste or smell or touch. But the best films can even make you physically feel things, and engage those senses too.What’s next for you as a director?I have two shorts in post-production right now, and I’m doing lots of music videos, I have another short drama I’m hopefully doing in the fall. So much going on! Lots of good things.(End of interview.)The Atlanta Film Festival was a truly refreshing experience and I highly recommend it. Missed out on the fun see the full recap here.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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If you’re looking for something fun to do in Buckhead on a Sunday, there’s only one choice when it comes to great food, upscale atmosphere and outdoor dining. Gypsy Kitchen has a new Sunday series strictly for the food and drink crowd.
Gypsy Kitchen has long been one of Buckhead’s coolest restaurants, now with the warmer weather, the eatery kicked off its Sunday series in April.
Gypsy Kitchen Kicks Off Under the Mediterranean Sun
The restaurant’s theme for the event is “Under the Mediterranean Sun,” which features a celebration of Moroccan-inspired foods and beverages.
When Does Under the Mediterranean Sun Begin?
Under the Mediterranean Sun will begin each Sunday at 12 noon. At 4:30 p.m., you’ll be treated to live music from a flamenco guitarist.
Where Is Gypsy Kitchen Located?
Gypsy Kitchen ATL is located at 3035 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305. Here’s a map to help you find it.
What Else Is There To Do On A Sunday In Atlanta?
Glad you asked! Atlanta has a bevy of fun events, parties and cool things to get into on Sundays.
See our full list of Sunday activities here.
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We’ve been blessed with another trailer from the team at Atlanta FX as the show readies its return to the screen.
When Does Atlanta Season 3 Come Out?
The show’s third season premieres on March 24, 2022 on FX. Lead star Donald Glover, Zazie Beetz, Brian Tyree Henry, and Lakeith Stanfield are all back.Glover, a native of Atlanta suburb Stone Mountain, is ready to show the world the Seasons 3 and 4 of Atlanta on FX, but also for the show to end. He recently told panelists at a Television Critics Association virtual session that the Season 4 will be the show’s last season.Donald Glover Says Atlanta Will End After Season 4
“To be honest, I wanted to end it after season 2,” Glover said, cracking a smile, “and I think we had talked about that for a minute,” Glover continued. “Death is natural … I feel like when the conditions are right for something, they happen, and when the conditions aren’t right for it, they don’t happen. I don’t feel any sort of longevity. I feel like the story was always supposed to be what it was, and the story, it really was us. Everybody in that writers’ room, everybody on set, it really was what we were going through and what we talked about, and that’s the only way I like to make things. I think it ends perfectly.”
His comments mean the characters of Earn Marks, Alfred “Paper Boi” Miles (Brian Tyree Henry) and the gang are coming to an end.
Of course, the all-star cast, including Glover, have plenty of other projects in the works. Glover’s deal with Amazon wasn’t a factor, he stressed.
“And Amazon didn’t have anything to do with that,” he said. “We had been planning that for a while. I’ve done television now for almost two decades, so I’m just, like, I like things ending.”
Not since Season 2’s “Robbin’ Season” has the anticipation for Atlanta been so intense.
Atlanta Seasons 3 and 4 were shot in succession like “part one and two,” according to the network’s president, who has taken every opportunity to brag on the show.
Filming locations are reportedly set around Atlanta and parts of Europe, including London.
The show’s popularity is centered on Glover, who is a manager and promoter for his cousin, an aspiring rapper.
What Is Atlanta FX About?
it has become TV-making lore that Glover pitched the head of FX on a whole other show than what we recognize now as Atlanta.If you’ve never watch Atlanta FX, you may be wondering what it’s about. The show is based on the interactions between two close cousins and their mutual friend in Atlanta, Georgia.Earn (Glover) is a down-on-his-luck father who is trying to mend his relationship with his baby’s mother. He’s terrible at keeping a job so he agrees to manage the fledging rap career of his cousin Alfred (Brian Tyree Henry), who raps under the stage name “Paper Boi”.That’s a lot going on, but if you add Darius (Lakeith Stanfield) in the mix, the hijinks commence.Final Word
For those in America, Atlanta FX is available on two streaming services: Hulu and Amazon Prime Video. Here’s how to watch Atlanta FX.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 latter part of the year and the foreseeable future.
Because of the steady flow of movie and TV productions, 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.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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Want to appear in a high-stakes drama on national TV? Season 6 of Bounce TV’s Saints & Sinners is currently casting for talent in the coming days in Atlanta.
Casting producers are looking to fill several roles with prominent screen time.
The filming takes place the third week of December. Here are the Atlanta casting call details.
Saints And Sinners Casting Call
Destination Casting is excited to announce we are accepting submissions for paid, stand ins, background and featured talent to work as local hires in the Atlanta GA area!
NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING FEATURED & BACKGROUND TALENT…
MUST BE ABLE TO TEST TOMORROW BEFORE 9PM
Destination Casting is excited to announce we are accepting submissions for paid, stand ins, background and featured talent to work as local hires in the Atlanta GA area!
NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING BACKGROUND…
SECURITY & POLICE
Any ethnicity Males
Fit body types
No big beards or long hair
Appears Ages: 20-50
SUBJECT: POLICE 2/1
Rate: 135/12+OT
-Paid in the form of check from production’s payroll
-Must have valid identification to work in the US
-Will complete a digital voucher via Everyset
Shoot Dates: TUESDAY 2/1
-Dates subject to change / be added
Shoot Location: ATLANTA, GA (AREA)
-Some locations may be outside of perimeter or not on Marta/bus line
MANDATORY COVID-19 TESTING: MUST TEST 1/30 BEFORE 9PM!
-MUST test with Production 48HRS prior to start date
Testing Bump: +$20 (paid on work day)
-Can submit an outside test taken early
HOW TO SUBMIT
SEND ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
1. NAME
2. D.O.B (for Covid-19 testing registration)
3. PHONE NUMBER
4. Height & Weight
5. ALL sizes
-top/waist/chest or bust/inseam or pants/shoe
6. 3 CLEAR CURRENT PHOTOS
-NO filters/hats/sunglasses/other people
-1 full body facing forward & 1 at least chest up
-No professional photos
-Must be current hair & facial hair
-MUST be a jpeg no pdf or word document
7.VACCINATION STATUS
SEND TO:
SSMExtrasCasting@gmail.com
*Serious inquires only. Please only submit if you have full open availability
*Please only submit ONE TIME using all subjects you are submitting for.
Feel free to share!
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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.
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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Georgia’s first off-leash dog park bar and social hub recently opened in Buckhead. The new location joins the first one in Old Fourth Ward in Midtown.Fetch Dog Park Opens Second Location, Now In Buckhead
Visitors will find a spacious green space, full bar and seating area, including large-screen TVs.On the premises in Midtown as well as Buckhead you’ll find an airstream equipped with both a full bar(beer. wine, liquor) and a complete coffee bar, an all-turf field, dog cooling stations, shaded seating, plus wifi and lighting.How Much Does Fetch Dog Park Cost?
Fetch Dog Park operates on a monthly subscription model. There are four plans to choose from:- Monthly: $30 (12-month commitment)
- Daily: $1
- Yearly: $275
- Month to Month: $50
Fetch Dog Park has plans to expand in other areas too. Look out for new locations in Columbus and forthcoming locations in Alpharetta, Atlanta’s West Midtown neighborhood, Nashville and Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Where Is Fetch Dog Park Located In Buckhead?
Fetch Dog Park is located at 309 Buckhead Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30305. Here is a map to help you find it.
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If you want to take your furry friend to Fetch, it must have all of its vaccinations and be spayed or neutered.Want more furry fun? Here’s where you to enjoy food with Fido. -
Award-winning TV series Atlanta FX is scheduled to resume in Spring 2022, according to the top exec at the network.
The series, which stars metro Atlanta native Donald Glover, has been on hiatus for more than a two years following the death of the actor’s father.
Here’s When Atlanta FX is Coming Back
In 2020, like the rest of TV land, production was halted due to COVID-19.
Now, according to FX, Atlanta will premiere on Thursday, March 24. The season will premiere with two new episodes back to back.
“We are thrilled to have Atlanta back with a new season on March 24th,” Eric Schrier, President, FX Entertainment, is quoted as saying.
FX Networks and FX Productions chairman John Landgraf said in 2020 on a virtual conference that the show would begin filmIng again in early 2021. After more delayed, filming did begin.
Seasons 3 and 4 were filmed back to back, according to the Hollywood Reporter.
Glover is an executive producer on the FX Productions show, which is also helmed by Hiro Murai, Paul Simms, Stephen Glover (Donald’s brother) and Dianne McGunigle.
The last season of the show won an Emmy and cemented its place in cable TV pantheon.
“With Atlanta Robbin’ Season, Donald and his collaborators elevated the series to even greater heights, building on the enormous success of their award-winning first season,” FX Networks and FX Productions programming president Nick Grad told media. “We’re grateful to the producers and our extraordinary cast and crew for achieving this level of excellence, and we share the excitement with our audience about the third season knowing they will continue to take us to unexpected and thrilling places.”
How To Watch Atlanta FX
Atlanta FX is available on demand on Hulu. Here’s how to watch.
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Ever wanted to appear on one of the most iconic shows on television? Now’s your chance. Dynasty, the CW’s newly rebooted TV show is looking for actors and extras in Atlanta.
If you want anything about Dynasty, you know that is was one of the most popular shows in the 1980s. Looking to get hired on set? Read on.
Dynasty Casting Call: Audition Details
The show stars Grant Show as Blake Carrington, Nathalie Kelley as Cristal Flores, Elizabeth Gillies as Blake’s daughter Fallon, and James Mackay as his son Steven. The show premiered in October 2017 and has been a hit for the CW.
Producers are looking for the descriptions for a male dancer first, then we’ll get into needs for a bartender below:
***NOW CASTING REAL BELLY DANCERS***Show: DynastyDate: Friday 1/7 (COVID Test), Saturday 1/8 (COVID Test), Monday 1/10 (FilmingRate: Hire TBDLocation: NorcrossCovid Testing: You must clear TWO back to back covid tests 1/7 and 1/8 in Norcross to start work on 1/10 – you will be paid for each of your pre-employment covid tests*Masks are required at all times unless filming*We are searching for experienced belly dancers to be a part of our exciting club scene!If this is you and you’re FULLY available to work this booking please submit the following information1. Legal Name2. Contact Phone Number3. Current Photos (these will be sent to the Show runner please make sure they are clear with no other people in them – no filters 1 head shot and 1 full body)4. Current Sizes (height / weight / dress / pants / coat / shoes)5. Are you registered with Central Casting?6. What experience do you have with belly dancing? Tell us about it and send a video of you performing (if you have one).7. Are you available 1/7 and 1/8 for pre-employment Covid tests and 1/10 for filming?8. Do you have any tattoos? If so, please let us know how many, how big, and where on your body.Please send the following info to DYNASTY@CENTRALCASTING.COM Subject Line: BELLY DANCER
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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.
With more than 800 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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If you’re headed to Midtown Atlanta, one place you should always stop by is Ponce City Market.
We’re going to tell you some things you can do in the winter at Ponce City Market, the crown jewel of Ponce de Leon Avenue.
What To Do At Ponce City Market This Winter
Ponce City Market was built in xxx. Since then it’s become a destination for the residents and visitors alike. And what’s not to like?
Aside from the people watching, the short walk to the Beltine and vast variety of food, you can enjoy yourself at Skyline Park, a rooftop amusement park, which we’ll tell you all about.
Do You Have To Pay To Get Into Ponce City Market?
Entry into Ponce City Market is free. The place combines the aspects of a food hall, mall and flea market all in one. It also has business suites for some high-profile companies, including Twitter.
How Much Is Parking At Ponce City Market?
Now, you do have to pay for parking at Ponce City Market. Here are the latest rates:
- $1 for the first 30 minutes.
- $1 for each 30 minutes after that.
- $10 for 4-8 hours
- $15 for 24 hours.
Now that that is out of the way, here are some great things to do in Ponce City Market this winter.
1. Check Out The Rooftop
Ponce City Market’s rooftop is an exclusive place for those who want to see Midtown’s awesome skyline and take part in some old fashioned fun and games for the whole family.
You’ll find:
- A big slide for the kids.
- A good game of putt putt golf
- Games that give you a chance to win prizes and toys and more
There’s also a great restaurant — 9 Mile Station — atop the building, which happens to be one of the best in Midtown.
How Much Does It Cost To Go To The Roof Of Ponce City Market?
The cost of admission to access the rooftop of Ponce City Market varies depending on your age.
- Free – Kids under 3
- $7 – Kids (12 and under)
- $15 – Adults (over 12)
To pay, you need to enter the glass ticket booth on the ground floor.
2. Skate The Sky Igloos
At Skate the Sky, you can skate to your heart’s content around a real ice rink. And did we mention? There are igloos!!
The rink spans 3,500-square-feet, where guests can enter either as a walk-in from Skyline Park or from Nine Mile Station nearby.
Here’s what you need to know before you go.
3. Grab A Drink At Bar Vegan
Bar Vegan, part of the Slutty Vegan empire from entrepreneur Pinky Cole, is a must-visit when you’re in Ponce City Market.As for food, Bar Vegan has a limited menu provided by Dinkies, an imprint that specializes in vegan phillys and tater tots.
Here’s what to know about Bar Vegan before you go.
4. Grab A Burger At H&F Burger
You may have had a good burger in your time, but an H&F Burger is one of the best in the Southeast. Try the Veggie Burger if you’re vegan. It’s excellent.
People rave about the ketchup at H&F as well, if that tells you anything. Seriously. Give this burger a try. They also have a trivia night also every Monday evening.
Here are the best burger joints in Atlanta.
What Are Some Good Places To Eat At Ponce City Market?
5. Go Shopping
Photo credit: Nappy / Pexels.com Ponce City Market has some great retailers that sell everything from clothes to furniture to cosmetics. Here are some of our favorite stores at Ponce City Market.
- Allbirds — Apparel made of renewable materials
- Bombshel — Contemporary West African clothing
- Chubbies — Throwback shorts, shirts and trucks
- JJ’s Flower Shop — Build your own bouquet
- Rejuvenation — Lighting and home goods store
- Warby Parket — glasses and shades
- West Elm — Top-line clothier
Final Word
As you can see, there’s a lot to do at Ponce City Market.
When it comes to COVID-19 protocols, Ponce City Market continues to stick to health and safety guidelines, including requiring guests to wear facemasks in the Central Food Hall; requiring property staff to wear face coverings at all times; providing social distancing signage and hand sanitizer throughout the property; and cleaning and sanitizing the property regularly.
What Is There To Do In Midtown?
Midtown Atlanta is the crown jewel of the city’s housing, entertainment and food happenings.
If you’re looking for something to do in Midtown, no matter whether it’s cheap or exclusive, it’s all here.
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