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5 Things Worth Doing: Vaudeville Comedy, Mardi Gras Celebrations, and Making God Laugh
Who can resist 'Squirm Burpee'?
Five things worth doing this weekend in and near Gwinnett County, as submitted by Explore Gwinnett. For a longer list of events in the area, see the Gwinnett Weekends pdf attached to this file.
1. Squirm Burpee Circus: A Vaudevillian Melodrama
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Buford Community Theater | Buford
Feb. 28, March 1
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An exhilarating, fantastical adventure featuring classic Vaudeville comedy. Forged in the fire of Denver’s Handsome Little Devils Productions, the Squirm Burpee Circus is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience that leaves audiences chanting for more.
(7:30 p.m., $10-$25, 770-945-6762)
2. Mardi Gras Party
Gwinnett Ballet Theatre | Lawrenceville
March 1
Fundraising event for new production of “Cinderella.”
(7 p.m., Free, 770-237-0046)
3. Making God Laugh
ART Station | Stone Mountain
Feb. 27-28, March 1-2
(Also dates March 5-9) A touching and heartwarming family comedy that takes place in four holiday scenes at a family home, each 10 years apart.
(Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Sun 3 p.m., $18-$25, 770-469-1105)
4. Tamer of Horses
Aurora Theatre | Lawrenceville
Feb. 27-28, March 1-2
Juvenile rapper on the run, Hector takes up residence in an old barn owned by former teacher Ty Fletcher, who attempts to inspire and educate the teenager through an examination of Homer’s The Iliad. Teen violence, education and the realization of one’s own potential all take center stage in this poignant drama. Featuring Anthony P. Rodriguez.
(Thurs – Sat 8 p.m., Sun 2:30 p.m., $15, 678-226-6222)
5. Eddie Owens Presents
Sweet Deat & The Revivalists/Mardi Gras Celebration
Red Clay Theatre | Duluth
March 1
With special guests Adron. Concert.
(8 p.m., $10-$12, 404-478-2749)
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