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The Woodruff Arts Center

1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
404-733-5000
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Ranked #44 of 166 attractions in Atlanta
Type: Performances
Activities: Nightlife, Arts and crafts
Owner description: The Woodruff Arts Center is one of the premier cultural centers in the nation. Located in Midtown Atlanta, The Woodruff campus houses four renowned... more » Owner description: The Woodruff Arts Center is one of the premier cultural centers in the nation. Located in Midtown Atlanta, The Woodruff campus houses four renowned organizations - Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Museum of Art, and Young Audiences. The Woodruff Arts Center annually offers more than 3,300 performances and exhibitions. In addition to its role as a cultural beacon, the Center serves as a critical economic, educational, and social catalyst for Atlanta and the region. « less
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Marietta, Georgia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
15 attraction reviews
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97 helpful votes 97 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Whether it is food, or culture, you will find something you like at the Center. No, I am not an employee or a marketer. It is sometimes just easier to say it as it is. I like the restaurants, although some can be pricey. I like the Alliance, and I like the museum. The only thing I don't like (and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

We attended a play in the small theater. It was excellent. The staff were attentive and pleasant. The acting was superb! The Arts Center is Beautiful. While only there for the theater, we walked around to see the venue as it was breathtaking. The people of Atlanta are lucky to have this! We rode the MARTA to get there, too.... More

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Marietta, Georgia
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

It has been so long I don't remember what specifically I liked but do clearly remember that I wanted to go there again

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Stockbridge, Georgia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

I always feel special when I visit here. I usually go for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra concerts and I am always treated well by the employees and volunteers

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Senoia, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

All that the Woodruff Arts Center hosts is wonderful to see...grand enough for productions and intimate enough to enjoy one on one with the performers.

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Lawrenceville, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

great place for the arts depending on exhbit of function can be a bit pricey...always something going on

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Alpharetta, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

This is a great venue no matter what you are seeing. From the Symphony to an entertainer. This is a great place close to some awesome food.

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Georgia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

Great place to hear the Atlanta Symphony, catch a play, or enjoy a film on the giant screen. Short walk from the MARTA station or convenient lots nearby.

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Mableton, Georgia
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25 attraction reviews
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29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2012

The Woodruff Arts Center is one of the crown jewels of the Atalnta Art world. There are frequent classes and plays that cover a very range of art forms. I have attended a few plays there as well as a very interesting debate featuring Cornel West and Wynton Marsellus.

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Douglasville, Georgia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2012

The staff are friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is relaxing and sophisticated without being stuffy.

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