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Good Day Atlanta viewer information: Jan. 26, 2024
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Broadway’s ‘Comet’ rocks Horizon Theatre
Based on a short segment of the classic novel War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, ”Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” transforms the intimate Horizon space into an even more intimate supper club, with multiple levels of seating and an onstage bar.
“Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812”:
Some comets only blaze across the sky once in a lifetime. Others burn so brightly, they demand to be seen again much sooner.
Tony Award-winning Broadway musical “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” was such a hit at Atlanta’s Horizon Theatre last year that the company is re-mounting the production for a second run, opening tonight and running through Feb. 18.
Based on a short segment of the classic novel War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy, “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” transforms the intimate Horizon space into an even more intimate supper club, with multiple levels of seating and an onstage bar. Director Heidi McKerley says this isn’t a case of an audience sitting and watching performers on a stage; this show puts the cast members right next to the audience on all those levels of seating, creating an immersive experience for theatergoers.
“Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” opened on Broadway in 2016, becoming one of the most acclaimed new productions of the season; it went on to earn a dozen Tony Award nominations, winning two. The show’s book, music, and lyrics were written by Dave Malloy, and its original Broadway cast included singer Josh Groban. Here in Atlanta, the cast includes Alexandria Joy and Daniel Burns in the title roles, alongside local favorites including Terry Burrell, Anna Dvorak, and Terrence J. Smith.
Show times for “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” are 8 p.m. on Wednesdays through Fridays, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturdays, and 5 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets start at $50 for Wednesday and Thursday shows and $55 for Friday nights, Saturday nights, and weekend matinées. Horizon Theatre Company is located at 1083 Austin Avenue in Little Five Points — click here for more information.
Podcast explores Atlanta Super Bowl murders
Atlanta’s 2000 Super Bowl is connected to one of the most infamous crimes in sports history that left two men dead and star linebacker Ray Lewis facing serious charges. A new podcast titled ”The Raven” explores the murders, and host Tim Livingston joined Brooke Zauner to talk about the show.
“The Raven”: On Jan. 31, 2000, just hours after Super Bowl XXXIV, Baltimore Ravens star linebacker Ray Lewis and a group of friends got into an altercation outside a club in Atlanta’s affluent Buckhead neighborhood. Within seconds, two men – Richard Lollar and Jacinth Baker – were dead in the street. Lewis and two friends, Joseph Sweeting and Reginald Oakley, were charged with murder. A media frenzy ensued, but in the end, all three defendants walked free. Less than a year after the killings, Lewis became a Super Bowl champion. He ended his Hall of Fame career with another title in 2013, and is widely regarded as the greatest middle linebacker in NFL history. He has made millions on and off the field since 2000 and always professed his innocence, but the victim’s families still believe there’s more to the story. Host Tim Livingston (‘Whistleblower’) investigates the double homicide, one of the most infamous crimes in sports history, and unveils new evidence that paints a vivid picture of what happened that tragic night in Atlanta. Football, murder, and the man in the middle … this is ‘The Raven’.
Talking stains with ‘The Laundry Guy’
If you’re looking to give your home a deep clean, ‘The Laundry Guy’ Patric Richardson has some viral hacks that will help you clean smarter, not harder. Richardson chats with Brooke Zauner about how to beat the toughest stains, the North Atlanta Home Show, and more.
Patric “The Laundry Guy” Richardson gives tips on how to remove stains: ‘The Laundry Guy’ Patric Richardson will be at the North Atlanta Home Show 2024 sharing some viral hacks that will help you clean smarter, not harder. Show hours are on Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $9 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Advance $7 tickets are available online.
Prime on Peachtree opens in Midtown
Prime on Peachtree recently joined the Atlanta dining scene with its mix of passion, sophistication, and, of course, great food. Owner Javarius Gay and executive chef Colin Kruzic stopped by the Good Day kitchen to give Sharon Lawson a taste of the finer things of life.
Morehouse College graduates open Prime on Peachtree: Prime on Peachtree is not just a restaurant. It’s an experience curated with passion and sophistication. Situated proudly across from the Federal Reserve and nestled in the vibrant heart of Midtown, Prime on Peachtree redefines fine dining in Atlanta with its upscale steak and seafood offerings. This esteemed establishment is synonymous with the pinnacle of sophisticated gastronomy, where every dish is a testament to culinary excellence. For more information click here.
Colorful plants to beat the winter blues
Just because it’s gray and dreary outside, doesn’t mean your yard can’t be vibrant and colorful. The experts at Pike Nurseries show flowers and plants that will add a splash of color to your winter.
Pike Nurseries’ colorful landscape to avoid the winter blues: To find a Pike Nurseries location nearest you click here.
Willie Moore Jr.’s Valentine’s Day don’ts
Radio personality Willie Moore Jr. shares his three things you definitely should not do to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Willie Moore Jr. gives tips for Valentine’s Day: Keep up with Willie weekdays from 3 p.m. til 7 p.m. on Praise 102.5.
The highly anticipated NBA Draft is finally going to take place tomorrow and the Atlanta Hawks are 1 of 14 teams hoping the ping pong balls bounce their way.
This is going to be the final payoff for what was arguably the best move that any team made last offseason. Atlanta traded down from the No. 13 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and acquired the unprotected 2026 first-round pick from the New Orleans Pelicans, the most favorable of the Pelicans’ and Bucks’ selections. The Pelicans finished 7th in the lottery odds, and Milwaukee is 10th. Based on the odds, the Hawks have a 40% chance of jumping into the top four.
The last time the Hawks were in the lottery, they jumped from 10th to 1st and selected Zaccharie Risacher. While that was a huge stroke of luck, it has not always worked out that way for the Hawks.
Hawks lottery history
The Hawks have been in the NBA Lottery 16 times since 1985 and in that time span, the Hawks have:
- Moved up five times (2024-moved from 10th to 1st, 2018-moved from 4th to 3rd, 2007- moved from 4th to 3rd, 2001- moved from 5th to 3rd, and 1985- moved from 7th to 5th)
- Moved down five times (2020- moved from 4th to 6th, 2019- moved from 5th to 8th, 2006- moved from 4th to 5th, 2005- moved from 1st to 2nd, and 2000- moved from 5th to 6th)
- Stayed where they were projected to six times
Their biggest move up by far came in 2024 when the moved up to No. 1 and were able to select Risacher, which has not quite panned out.
There is an element of what if to each of these scenarios, especially the years the Hawks moved down. In 2020, they moved down in a draft that contained Anthony Edwards, who is from the state of Georgia and one of the elite players that the league has right now. Atlanta ended up selecting Onyeka Okongwu, but there is a big what if about being able to pair Edwards with Trae Young.
In 2019, the Hawks were 5th in the highly anticipated 2019 lottery that featured Zion Williamson, but they fell three spots. While WIlliamson has not had quite the career most had hoped, he is still an All-NBA caliber player and would have paired nicely with Young as a tandem.
There have been some hits and misses during the 16 times that the Hawks have been in the lottery, but there have seemingly been more missed opportunities, even when they jump up in the standings. They are hoping that they get another stroke of luck tomorrow in what could be a franchise altering day for the Hawks.
Final projected odds for the Hawks:
No. 1- 9.8% chance
No. 2- 9.9% chance
No. 3- 10.1% chance
No. 4- 10.30% chance
No. 7- 19.75% chance
No. 8- 30.18% chance
No. 9- 9.19% chance
No. 10- 0.67% chance
No. 11-
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The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that a major weekend construction project, set to fully shut down two miles of I-285, has been postponed due to inclement weather. Atlantans are relieved, with many looking forward to more freedom to travel this Mothers’ Day weekend. Kim Leoffler has the story.
ATLANTA – An Atlanta flight attendant and mother of eight is among 17,000 Spirit Airlines workers struggling to find a new “destination” after the carrier suddenly shut down.
Spirit Airlines Atlanta impact
What we know:
Spirit Airlines ended all operations on Saturday, grounding its entire fleet and ending employment for its 17,000-person workforce. Flight attendants and customers were stranded across the country, often forced to pay for their own travel home after the discount carrier ceased operations.
Kamille Carter, an Atlanta-based flight attendant of five years, said she received the termination email from the CEO at 3 a.m., despite earlier assurances from union representatives that the company was stable. The company immediately cut healthcare benefits and stopped payments for sick leave and vacation time for all staff members.
Unpaid wages and benefits
What we don’t know:
It is unclear if Carter and her fellow employees will ever receive their final paychecks or if there is any legal recourse for the lost benefits. The company has not specified if any transition assistance will be provided to workers, some of whom had been with the airline since it launched in 1994.
Employee reaction in Georgia
What they’re saying:
“This is a death because you have to mourn, you have to grieve, it’s a process,” Carter said of the sudden job loss. Despite the financial strain of supporting eight children, Carter is looking toward her passion for cooking as a potential new career. She noted that while being uncomfortable is difficult, it can “push you to your destiny.”
Finding help in Atlanta
What you can do:
Community members looking to support Carter and other local workers affected by the shutdown can find more information on the FOX 5 Atlanta website. The station is collecting resources for those navigating the sudden loss of income and healthcare.
The Source: The information in this story was gathered from an interview conducted by FOX 5 reporter Eric Perry, who spoke directly with former flight attendant Kamille Carter in Atlanta. Previous FOX 5 Atlanta reporting was also used.
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