Live music in Kennesaw, GA

Atlanta’s inaugural professional musical theatre showcase shines a well deserved spotlight on the city’s working artists, celebrating the passion they bring to training, auditioning, and performing. The evening features vocal performances by Hannah Marie Smith, Kayce Grogran-Wallace, Jonathan Bryant, Josh Hudson, Branden Hembree, Layla Kinion, Jolicia Ratliff, Kyra Opdyke, and Catherine Campbell. Choreography is created by Atarius Armstrong, Jonathan Bryant, Leah Boresow Groover, Zac Phelps, Alex Self, Cassandra Springs, and Lindsay Thiel. Dancers appearing include Lane Hall, Zac Phelps, Catherine Campbell, Leah Boresow Groover, Winston Miller, Dustin Bowers, Alex Self, Kyra Opdyle, Kristin Talley, Ashton Guest, Rose Sasson, Clark Sun, Heather Lamboy, Michael Short, Amber Lux Archer, Milner Patterson, Simeon Sau, Jordan Ward, Kristin Brasher, and Lindsay Thiel. Tickets are $20 online in advance and $25 at the door.

Step up to the mic in the lounge for karaoke powered by Karafun, with a large selection of songs to choose from. Between turns, enjoy pool, shuffleboard, and darts. The kitchen is open, and drinks are budget friendly. This event is open to all, and smoking is permitted in the lounge.

Airaoke returns for its sixth year with a high octane, interactive karaoke competition inspired by the energy of The Price is Right. Hosted by magician and mentalist Joe Turner, 25 singers will take the stage at the historic Strand Theater in Marietta Square to compete for a $1,500 grand prize. The audience shares in the judging through live text-to-vote that accounts for half the results, and raffles offer chances to win high end items such as sports memorabilia and vacation packages. All proceeds benefit the 9/11 Fallen Hero Project, an organization dedicated to honoring and providing direct relief to the families of military members and first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice. With more than 500 local professionals and students coming together, the evening blends music, community, and a powerful tribute as the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches.

Georgia’s all-request, sing-along dueling pianos show returns to Kennesaw with a lively blend of music and comedy at Olde Towne Tavern & Grille. The performers take audience requests and keep the crowd involved throughout the show. Seating for the best spots is first come, first served.

An informal jam session brings musicians together at Schoolhouse Brewing in Marietta for collaborative playing and song sharing. Participants are encouraged to bring a phone, tablet, laptop, or printed chord sheets to share, plus a chair and a music stand if available. WiFi is available. Weather allowing, the group gathers on the outdoor stage area, otherwise the music moves inside to the pinball room around the big table. It is a relaxed, come-and-go gathering that runs for an extended stretch. In a playful twist, the host jokes that buying them a beer can earn a custom ukulele tuning with a so-called wireless tuner.

3 Redneck Tenors: Broadway Bound follows three singing cousins who roll into the bright lights of Broadway with their trailer in tow, landing in Times Square to chase the perfect production while giving their own twist to showtune favorites. Expect energetic renditions from Phantom of the Opera, South Pacific, Annie, Les Misérables, Oklahoma, and more, delivered with big voices and plenty of laughs. The show blends comedy and music for a wide range of tastes, from fairground snacks to refined cuisine. Tickets range from $30 to $45.

Vibez In The City returns in a Reloaded edition celebrating Shawn Bandy’s birthday. Expect an elegant, high-energy atmosphere with food and drinks, a dance floor, and clean music that spans from past favorites to current hits. Admission is free, and guests are encouraged to be picture ready.

Social Distortion will perform at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, Georgia.

Social Distortion performs live at the Coca-Cola Roxy in Atlanta, GA. The show features the band on stage for a full concert at this Atlanta venue.