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Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University

Rialto
Call: (404) 413-9849 or visit rialto.gsu.edu
Gorgeous concert hall affiliated with Georgia State University that hosts an eclectic mix of dance, film, theater and music events, as well as art exhibits.
Within The Sunset By Amy Hall Garner, Photo By Rosalie O'Connor

Saturday November 14, 2026 08:00 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $45
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Becky Shaw

Wednesday November 18, 2026 12:00 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: Free
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Spend your lunch hour with Decatur singer-songwriter Becky Shaw, whose heartfelt songs blend folk, Americana, country, rock and classical influences. Known for her authentic storytelling and engaging performances, Shaw creates an intimate musical experience that celebrates connection, love, and the ... [click here for more]
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Thursday November 19, 2026 07:30 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $7
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Billy Bob Thornton stars as a small town Texas high school football coach who leads his team through a season of challenges.  [click here for more]
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Cropped Christmas Rialto

Monday December 7, 2026 03:00 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $17
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Enjoy the highly anticipated concert that is now a tradition of nearly 30 years, featuring the Georgia State University School of Music’s talented students and faculty presenting a joyful celebration of the winter holidays. [click here for more]
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Tuesday December 8, 2026 07:00 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $7
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Ring in the holidays with the world’s most famous “Elf.” A man raised by Santa's helpers travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, a modern Scrooge who doesn't know his son exists, but desperately needs some Christmas spirit. Starring Will Ferrell as “Buddy” in the ... [click here for more]
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School Of Rock Horizontal Poster

Wednesday January 13, 2027 07:30 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $7
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Find out why it's a long way to the top (if you want to rock'n'roll) with the 2003 classroom comedy "School of Rock" on the big screen. Kicked out of his band and desperate for work, Dewey Finn (Jack Black) impersonates his way into a substitute teacher gig at a rigid private elementary school where... [click here for more]
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Thursday January 14, 2027 07:30 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $7
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Experience the 1996 origin story for the blockbuster series spanning three-decades and eight films. Tom Cruise leads an all star cast as Ethan Hunt, an American agent framed as a mole who must discover and expose the real killer spy without the help of the agency for which his loyalty was questioned... [click here for more]
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Canadian Brass At Rialto 2027

Friday February 12, 2027 08:00 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $50
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Earning the distinction of “the world’s most famous brass group” since their 1970 launch as a quintet, Canadian Brass are now two-time Grammy nominees and masters of concert presentation with an engaging stage presence. Each concert showcases their full range—from Baroque and Dixieland to newly comm... [click here for more]
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Thursday February 18, 2027 07:30 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $7
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Audiences will be tapping their feet and dabbing tears for “Selena,” at once an inspiring and tragic true story of the Texas-born Tejana singer who rose from Corpus Christi cult status to performing at Houston’s Astrodome with Billboard charting hits. Starring Jennifer Lopez in her breakout “role of... [click here for more]
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Bill Charlap

Saturday February 27, 2027 08:00 PM EST
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $35
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Grammy winning pianist Bill Charlap has performed with many of the leading artists of our time including Phil Woods, Tony Bennett, Gerry Mulligan, Wynton Marsalis, Freddy Cole and Houston Person. Time magazine wrote, “Bill Charlap approaches a song the way a lover approaches his beloved … no matter ... [click here for more]
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Wednesday October 21, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: Free
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Step into a world where every sound tells a story. For over 40 years, the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company has delighted audiences with immersive live audio drama, combining captivating performances, realistic sound effects and original musical scores to create unforgettable theatrical experiences. Thi... [click here for more]
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Friday October 16, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $59
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Among the most acclaimed and respected jazz artists with a career spanning three decades, 10-time Grammy nominee Joshua Redman won the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Saxophone Competition only months into his professional career. Now with nearly two dozen albums, he helmed creation of the... [click here for more]
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Friday October 16, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $50.15+
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Fluent in the language of jazz but never bound by it, Joshua Redman is one of the most respected saxophonists of his generation. With lush improvisation and a distinctive voice, Redman's performances blur the lines between thought and feeling. His new album, Words Fall Short (2025), continues his le... [click here for more]
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Thursday October 8, 2026 07:30 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $7
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Rialto Center for the Arts presents the Mel Brooks classic comedy "Young Frankenstein" starring Gene Wilder as "Doctor Fronk-en-steen!"  [click here for more]
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Take 6 Rialto Photo

Friday October 2, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $65
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With roots in nearby Huntsville, Ala., the American a cappella gospel sextet Take 6 integrates jazz with spiritual and inspirational lyrics, earning eight Grammy Awards from 19 nominations plus Dove Awards, a Soul Train Award, nominations for the NAACP Image Award and induction into the Gospel Music... [click here for more]
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Thursday September 17, 2026 08:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: From $50
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Over the past half-century, Béla Fleck redefined the possibilities of the banjo, blending bluegrass, jazz, classical and global music into a singular sound. Winning 18 Grammy Awards from over 40 nominations, Fleck is widely regarded as one of the world’s most innovative instrumentalists. His work sp... [click here for more]
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Wednesday August 19, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: Free
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Experience the vibrant sounds of the Frankie Quinones Latin Jazz Collective Trio at Rialto's September Feed Your Senses concert. Led by hand percussionist Frankie Quinones, the ensemble blends Afro-Caribbean rhythms with modern jazz to create an energetic and immersive musical experience. Rich impro... [click here for more]
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Thursday July 16, 2026 04:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: Free
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Public gallery reception for New Paintings by Raphael Bahindwa at the Rialto Center for the Arts. Presented by Vinson Art and The Sun ATL. [click here for more]
C And W

Wednesday July 15, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: Free
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Unwind and recharge at Rialto Feed Your Senses with Atlanta-based songwriters Chas Crawford and Frank Whitaker. Known for their laid-back style and engaging performances, the duo combines thoughtful songwriting, strong musicianship and a genuine love of audience connection. Drawing from Whitaker’s y... [click here for more]
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Tuesday July 14, 2026 07:00 PM EDT
Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University Cost: $50-$150
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Jaylen Brown and the 7uice Foundation proudly present the 2nd Annual Laughs for Legacy Charity Comedy Show at Atlanta's historic Rialto Center for the Arts. This unforgettable evening features an all-star lineup including Lil Duval, Donnell Rawlings, and Sam Jay, hosted by DeRay Davis, with opening ... [click here for more]
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