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Styx, Ted Nugent, REO Speedwagon rock Alpharetta

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Verizon Wireless Amphitheater was packed with fans wanting to hear Ted Nugent, Styx and REO Speedwagon. Check out the photos from the show.

 
  • Today, we head down to the Fox Theatre to go behind-the-scenes to learn about its history.
  • Did you know the Fox Theatre was built by the Shriners as a mosque?
  • Did you know that most of the furniture inside the Fox is original?
  • Did you know Elvis played the Fox 50 years ago?
  • That's just part of the extensive history that participants in a new tour of the Atlanta landmark will learn.
  • The Fox Theatre begins hosting its own tours of the facility on April 1. Visitors will experience an hour guided tour showcasing its remarkable history. Entering through the same entrance as patrons did in 1929, visitors will tour over 10 locations throughout the building – from the orchestra pit and Mighty Mo’, the largest working Moller theater organ in the world to the Men’s Lounge featuring the original furniture chosen by the wife of movie-mogul William Fox.
  • They will also learn the incredible story of how Atlanta citizens rose up to save a landmark from the wrecking ball while walking the very same halls as Elvis, The Rolling Stones and Madonna walked in the past.
  • Every room in the Fox reflects inspiration from ancient Egypt and the Middle East - from the authentic hieroglyphics on the ceiling in the Egyptian ballroom to the auditorium designed to look like an open courtyard of a Middle Eastern palace.
  • Despite its intricate detail from floor to ceiling, the building only took 18 months to complete from start to finish at a cost of $3 million.
  • Tours will take place on Mondays and Thursdays at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.. Ticket prices are $18 for adults, $15 for military and seniors and kids 10 and under get in free. Tickets can be purchased at www.FoxATLTix.com, by calling 855-ATL-TIXX (855-285-8499) or at the Fox Theatre ticket office.
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AJC Spring Dining Guide 2013

It's here! Check out the 50 restaurants that made the list, and let us know what you think on Twitter with #ajcwheretoeat.

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