Morton Theatre
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The Arts
PHOTO GALLERY: 5th Annual Backlight Student Film Festival
Over a week ago, the Backlight Student Film Festival took center stage at the Morton Theatre and Live Wire Athens. From March 28-29, student filmmakers across Georgia came together in celebration of their achievements. From the red carpet to the awards ceremony, here are photos from Sunday’s events captured by…
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Athens-Clarke County
African-American Heritage Pathway Marks Athens Landmarks
Local historians are hoping to shine a spotlight on several lost and forgotten landmarks in Downtown Athens. They hope this effort helps preserve and communicate some of the rich and complex history of African Americans in the Classic City. In November, the Athens Downtown Development Authority, in collaboration with the…
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Athens-Clarke County
In-Depth: Exploring the Impact of Social Justice on Music
Over the course of four months, a team of Grady Newsource reporters took an in-depth look at the relationship between social justice and music. The project reviews the history of social justice songs in the United States and specifically in Athens-Clarke County, which is known for its music scene. It…
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Athens-Clarke County
Ghost Hunter’s Tale at Morton Theatre
by Katya Riedlinger