STOMP
The Smash Hit Returns
To The Fabulous Fox Theatre From Sept. 18-23, 2007

“We are delighted to bring STOMP back to Atlanta,”  states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.  “This creative, high energy show appeals to all ages. It’s a great “date” night and a fun experience to share with a group of friends and those hard-to-please teenagers.  Join us for the unique rhythms of STOMP at the Fabulous Fox from September 18-23, 2007.  Tickets are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com.”

From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an international sensation over the past thirteen years, having performed in over 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide.

STOMP continues its phenomenal run with the ongoing sell-out Off-Broadway production at New York's Orpheum Theatre, a North American tour, and two productions overseas - a permanent London company and a European tour.  A brand-new production in Las Vegas from STOMP's creators, STOMP OUT LOUD, features a cast that is twice the size of the original production and is now playing at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino inside a new $28 million theater specifically created for the production.

STOMP, an overwhelming success marked by rave reviews, numerous awards, and sell-out engagements, is the winner of an Olivier Award for Best Choreography (London's Tony Award), a New York Obie Award, a Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatre Experience, and a Special Citation from Best Plays.  The young performers “make a rhythm out of anything we can get our hands on that makes a sound,” says co-creator/director Luke Cresswell.  Stiff-bristle brooms become a sweeping orchestra; Zippo lighters flip open and closed to create a fiery fugue; wooden poles thump and clack in a rhythmic explosion.  STOMP uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – trashcans, tea chests, plastic bags, plungers, boots, and hubcaps – to fill the stage with compelling and infectious rhythms.

Critics and audiences have raved:  “STOMP is as crisp and exuberant as if it had opened yesterday,” says The New York Times.  The San Francisco Chronicle declares “STOMP has a beat that just won’t quit!”  The Los Angeles Times exclaims:  “Electrifying! Triumphs in the infinite variety of the human experience.”  “A phenomenal show! Bashing, crashing, smashing, swishing, banging and kicking – a joyous invention!” says the Chicago Tribune.

STOMP is directed and created by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas.

Theater of the Stars will present the smash hit STOMP at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from September 18-23, 2007.  Performances are scheduled for Tuesday-Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are on sale NOW through Ticketmaster.  Purchases through Ticketmaster can be made in three ways: at Ticketmaster ticket centers, by calling 404-817-8700, by ordering online at www.ticketmaster.com.  For group ticket sales, call the Fox Theatre Group Sales Office at 404-881-2000.  Ticket prices range from $20- $56.

Theater of the Stars is celebrating its 55th Anniversary this year as one of the nation’s premier theater companies.  A civic non-profit cultural organization, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater.  To learn more about their history of excellence, visit them at www.theaterofthestars.com.