Mario the Maker Magician Dazzles Audience on January 31st at 7pm

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh, 706.244.0039

Date: December 27, 2019

RE: The Historic Ritz Theatre Welcomes Mario the Maker Magician

Toccoa, GA – December 27, 2019 –Hailed by David Blaine as “the best kids’ magician in the world,” Mario the Maker magician will make a stop at the Historic Ritz Theatre on Friday, January 31^st at 7:00pm.

More than just a performer, Mario is also an inventor who creates his own props. He is known for his dedication to the Maker Movement and STEAM initiatives and his integration of DIY electronics and robotics into his performance. It’s magic through the lens of the Maker Movement, a trend in which individuals or groups of individuals create and market products that are recreated and assembled using unused, discarded or broken electronic, plastic, silicon or virtually any raw material and/or product from a computer-related device. Throw in a healthy dose of hilarity and you have Mario.

He is a Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin for the modern age, with a mad inventor twist and has been featured on Sesame Street and Sprout. The show is ideal for ages 3-10 and their families and runs approx. 60 minutes, without intermission.

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This performance is our ninth Night at the Ritz show of the season. It is funded in part by generous grants received from the National Endowment for the Arts and Georgia Council for the Arts. Tickets for all shows may be purchased online at www.ritztheatretoccoa.com, at the Toccoa Welcome Center, or at the box office day of show. Adult tickets are $10, children under 12 and students with an ID are $5.  Doors open at 6:15.

For more information on Mario the Maker Magician or Night at the Ritz, please contact Ritz Theatre General Manager Tami Mayhugh at tmayhugh@cityoftoccoa.com or via phone at 706.244.0039.

Tyler Reese Tritt to Perform at the Ritz on January 9th at 7pm

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh, 706.244.0039

Date: December 27, 2019

RE: The Historic Ritz Theatre Welcomes Tyler Reese Tritt

Toccoa, GA  December 27, 2019 – Tyler Reese Tritt, daughter of country music legend Travis Tritt is stepping out of her dad’s shadow and into the spotlight with a solo stop at the Historic Ritz Theatre on Thursday, January 9^th at 7:00pm.

Tyler Reese burst onto the country music scene back in 2012 with her dad, Travis Tritt, in a revival of the classic Don Henley & Patty Smyth hit, “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough”.

She started her “official” touring career in the spring of (2018) by opening up for her dad, entertaining thousands at festivals and venues across the country. Many Travis Tritt fans have enjoyed watching the little girl they saw grow up on-stage with her dad, share the spotlight with him and now tour on her own. Currently, now touring on her own and also occasionally with her Dad; Tyler is continuing to write and record for her first release.

Night at the Ritz is a regular event series at the Historic Ritz Theatre. Tickets for all shows may be purchased online at www.ritztheatretoccoa.com, at the Toccoa Welcome Center, or at the box office night of show. Adult tickets are $10, children under 12 and students with an ID are $5.  

For more information on the performance or Night at the Ritz, please contact Ritz Theatre General Manager Tami Mayhugh at tmayhugh@cityoftoccoa.com or via phone at 706.244.0039.

Final Christmas Movie to Take Place on December 19th, 2019 at 10am and 7pm

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Contact:  Tami Mayhugh, 706.244.0039

Date: December 16, 2019

RE: Ritz Presents: $1 Christmas Movies in December

Toccoa, GA, December 16, 2019 – The classic A Christmas Carol, will be the last Christmas movie of the season at the Historic Ritz Theatre on Thursday, December 19^th at 10:00am and 7:00pm.

A Christmas Carol is a 1938 American film adaptation of Charles Dickens's 1843 novella of the same name, starring Reginald Owen as Ebenezer Scrooge, an elderly miser who learns the error of his ways on Christmas Eve after visitations by three spirits.

As always, our movies and concessions are only $1 each. If you have any questions please contact Ritz General Manager Tami Mayhugh at 706-244-0039 or at tmayhugh@cityoftoccoa.com

Main Street Toccoa Presents Tyler Reese Tritt at the Historic Ritz Theatre on January 9th, 2020

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh, 706.244.0039

Date: December 9, 2019

RE: The Historic Ritz Theatre Welcomes Tyler Reese Tritt

Toccoa, GA  December 9, 2019 – Tyler Reese Tritt, daughter of country music legend Travis Tritt is stepping out of her dad’s shadow and into the spotlight with a solo stop at the Historic Ritz Theatre on Thursday, January 9^th at 7:00pm.

Tyler Reese Tritt burst onto the country music scene back in 2012 with her dad, Travis Tritt, in a revival of the classic Don Henley & Patty Smyth hit, “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough”.

At only 14 years of age, Tyler impressed listeners with her beautifully rich voice, proving the musical roots grow deep in the Tritt family tree. To date, the YouTube video of their duet has received over 11 million views. Understanding and respecting the rich musical legacy established by her father, Tyler has worked hard over the last several years developing her own musical identity and writing great songs.

She started her “official” touring career in the spring of (2018) by opening up for her dad, entertaining thousands at festivals and venues across the country. Many Travis Tritt fans have enjoyed watching the little girl they saw grow up on-stage with her dad, share the spotlight with him and now tour on her own. Currently, now touring on her own and also occasionally with her Dad; Tyler is continuing to write and record for her first release.

Night at the Ritz is a regular event series at the Historic Ritz Theatre. Tickets for all shows may be purchased online at www.ritztheatretoccoa.com, at the Toccoa Welcome Center, or at the box office night of show. Adult tickets are $10, children under 12 and students with an ID are $5.  

For more information on the performance or Night at the Ritz, please contact Ritz Theatre General Manager Tami Mayhugh at tmayhugh@cityoftoccoa.com or via phone at 706.244.0039.

Christmas Movies at the Ritz Continues with "The Grinch," A FREE Showing from Main Street Toccoa

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh 706.244.0039

Date: December 9, 2019

RE: Ritz Presents Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch at the Historic Ritz Theatre

TOCCOA, GA, December 9, 2019 – MainStreet Toccoa and the Historic Ritz Theatre would like to wish you a Merry Christmas with a free showing of this week’s movie, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. Join us on Thursday, December 12^th at 10:00 am and 7:00 pm. As always, concessions are $1.

 Adapted from the classic book by Dr. Seuss, the Grinch and his loyal dog, Max, live a solitary existence inside a cave on Mount Crumpet. His main source of aggravation comes during Christmastime when his neighbours in Whoville celebrate the holidays with a bang. When the Whos decide to make Christmas bigger and brighter, the disgruntled Grinch realises there is one way to gain peace and quiet. With help from Max, the green grump hatches a scheme to pose as Santa Claus, steal Christmas and silence the Whos' holiday cheer once and for all.

       

The last Christmas movie of the season will be A Christmas Carol, on Thursday, December 19^th. If you have any questions concerning any events at The Ritz, please contact General Manager Tami Mayhugh at 706-244-0039.

                                                                                                            

                                     

December Battle of the Bands Scheduled at the Ritz for December 16th, 2019 at 7pm!

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh, 706.244.0039

Date: 12/09/19

RE: Open Mic Monday Battle of the Bands

The Historic Ritz Theatre presents Battle of the Bands

   

Toccoa, GA,  December 9, 2019 – The fourth and final Open Mic Monday competition of the season gets underway Monday, December 16^th at 7:00 pm with a Battle of the Bands at the Historic Ritz Theatre.

The winner will not only receive a $50 cash prize, but also a paid gig at the 2020 Ida Cox Summer Music Series.  Each month’s winners are invited back for a Winners’ Showcase in January. Anyone interested in signing up their band can do so by email at ritztheatretoccoa@gmail.com or at the Historic Ritz Theatre the evening of the show on a first-come, first-up basis up until 6:30 pm. Contestants will play 2 songs or perform for 10 minutes. Due to time constraints, this competition will be limited to the first 6 bands to sign up.  As always this is a free event not only for participants but for the public as well.

For more information about Open Mic Monday, contact Tami Mayhugh, General Manager, Historic Ritz Theatre at 706. 244.0039.

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Festival of Trees Winner Announced

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Date:       December 9, 2019

Contact:  Sharon Crosby

Re:          Festival of Trees Winner

Festival of Trees Winner

TOCCOA, GA – December 9, 2019 – The twelfth annual Festival of Trees was held on December 6 and December 7 in the Historic Courthouse in downtown Toccoa. Ten trees were on display receiving a total of over 900 total votes. For $1 visitors were able to vote for their favorite tree.  Businesses and non-profit organizations, decorated the trees, many with themes that reflected their organization. 

Each group received the proceeds from their votes.  In addition to the money received from the vote, the tree with the most votes won a $500 grand prize.

The groups participating this year were; Shepherd’s Hill Academy for Shepherd’s Hill Academy, Carnes Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station 2 for Carnes Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station 2, Mountain Sweet Honey Co. for FAITH’s Power House for Kids, Northeast Georgia Housing Authority for Food 2 Kids, Friends of the Ritz for Friends of the Ritz, Amedisys Hospice for ALZ Organization, Friends of Bonnie Jordan for Alzheimer’s Association, Toccoa Stephens County Chamber of Commerce for the Hope Center, Cub Scout Club 77 for Cub Scout 77, and American Wood Mark for Reins of Life.

The tree with the most votes over the two - day display was sponsored by Carnes Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station 2 for Carnes Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station 2. This year’s tree focused on the importance of knowing how to use a fire extinguisher. Volunteers passed out coloring books for the children which teach basic fire safety facts.

“Congratulations to Carnes Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station 2 for their beautiful tree which helped to raise much needed funds for their station. All the trees were beautiful and each group worthy of the money that was raised,” said Sharon Crosby, City of Toccoa Special Events Coordinator. “We would like to thank each organization and business that put up a tree. Each one was beautiful and reflected the group they represented.”

                                          

Wilson Fairchild Presents: A Country Christmas on December 7th, 2019

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh

Date: December 2, 2019

Toccoa, GA – December 2.   It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. Country duo Wilson Fairchild is bringing their Christmas show to Toccoa for a Night at the Ritz performance on Saturday, December 7^th at 7:00pm at the Historic Ritz Theatre.

The musical duo, made up of Wil and Langdon Reid are often referred to as “the Reid boys.” They get their “entertainment chops” honestly. Wil’s dad is Harold Reid and Langdon’s dad is Don Reid of the legendary Statler Brothers.  The duo have been writing, performing, and playing music together their whole lives. In 2007, Wil and Langdon wrote a tribute to the Statlers simply called “The Statler Brothers Song.” They were asked to be a part of the medallion ceremonies and to perform the song for all of their “Statler dads” when the Brothers were inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and the Country Music Hall of Fame.

From the last few years to the present, Wil and Langdon keep adding successes to their resume, as well as friends and fans to their Facebook page. Their engaging personalities coupled with their musical talent and impromptu wit is a perfect match for any audience. For 3 1/2 years, they opened the show for the one and only George Jones, graced the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, and been featured on Larry’s Country Diner on RFD-TV.

Night at the Ritz, a regular event series at the Historic Ritz Theatre, is funded in part, by generous grants received from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Georgia Council for the Arts.  Tickets for this event are available at the Toccoa/Stephens County Welcome Center, on our website, ritztheatretoccoa.com or at the box office night of show.  For more information on the Wilson Fairchild Country Christmas Show or Night at the Ritz, please contact Ritz Theatre General Manager Tami Mayhugh @tmayhugh@cityoftoccoa.com or via phone at 706.244-0039.      

      

The Nutcracker Kicks off the Christmas Movies Series on December 5th, 2019.

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Contact: Tami Mayhugh 706.244.0039

Date: December 2, 2019

RE: Ritz Presents: Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms at the Ritz

TOCCOA, GA, December 2, 2019 – Join us on Thursday, December 5^th for the first Christmas movie of the season, Disney’s The Nutcracker and the Four Realms. There will be two showings at 10:00 am and 7:00 pm. As always, the movie and concessions are just $1 each.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms is a retelling of the E.T.A. short story “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King” and Marius Petipa’s and Tchaichovsky’s The Nutcracker. In the movie, young Clara is gifted a locked egg from her deceased mother and sets out in a magical land to retrieve the key. It stars Keira Knightly, Helen Mirren, Morgan Freeman, and Mackenzie Foy as Clara.

Also showing this month will be Dr. Seuss’s The Grinch on December 12^th and A Christmas Carol on December 19^th.  The Main Street Office is happy to answer any questions regarding Christmas movies at the Ritz. Please contact Tami Mayhugh at 706.244.0039 for inquiries.