Circumstances beyond the production teams control lead them to postpone the show.  These team previously staged this show two different seasons nearly about a dozen years ago.  Previous per formers had auditioned for this production.  The team might try to substitute a show in October that is easier to cast.

The Screen Door Room at Cecil T’s Mercantile will host acclaimed singer-songwriter A. Lee Edwards in downtown Rome on Saturday, July 25, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Edwards, also known as Alan Lee Edwards, brings 30 years of heartfelt songwriting and returns with two new albums, Interpreting Heart Sounds Vol. I and Vol. II.

Produced by Edwards and mixed by legendary engineer John Wood—famed for his work with Nick Drake and Fairport Convention—the records showcase both dynamic band cuts and intimate, string-laced tracks.

Recorded at Asheville’s Echo Mountain, standout songs include “Caroline,” “Ride On,” “John on the Run,” and “How Blue.”

Don’t miss A. Lee Edwards live at The Screen Door Room, 7 Broad Street, Rome, GA.

Some of Rome’s most familiar faces will trade their work shoes for dancing shoes when the Rome Celebrity Dance Challenge: All Stars takes the stage Saturday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. at the Rome City Auditorium.

Modeled after the popular television show Dancing With the Stars, the 13th annual fundraiser will feature 11 celebrity teams performing everything from ballroom and contemporary dance to high-energy hip hop. All proceeds will benefit the Sexual Assault Center of Northwest Georgia, which provides crucial services for survivors throughout Floyd, Bartow, Polk and Chattooga counties.

This year’s All-Star cast brings back former champions, audience favorites and memorable contestants from past competitions.

The lineup includes 2025 People’s Choice runner-up Greg Abbott of Rome-Floyd Fire Department, dancing with Hannah Camacho of The Dance Centre and Baird Ballet; 2019 Judges’ Choice winner Lewis Byrne of Berry College Elementary & Middle School, dancing with Lee Morris of The Dance Centre; and 2023 contestant LaDonna Collins of Georgia CASA, dancing with her husband, Eric Collins of Georgia Highlands College.

Dr. Ryan Cox of Ryan Cox Orthodontics will dance with his wife, Amy Cox, while 2013 People’s Choice winner Ali Freeman will perform with Adolfo Chacon of Chacon Quality Paint. Dr. Dixon Freeman of the Medical College of Georgia and AdventHealth Redmond will partner with Alexis Tyson of Rome High School.

The cast also includes Dr. Kristen Leezer of Atrium Health Floyd Northwest Georgia Medical Clinic with Payton Campbell of Atlanta Cycling; 2016 People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice winner Danny Price of Berry College with University of Georgia student Maggie Grace Brinson; and 2023 Judges’ Choice winner Megan Treglown of MegTreg Collective with 2024 Judges’ Choice runner-up Shaylan Johnson of Blooming Oak Photography Studios.

Rounding out the competition are Cindy Stansell Taylor of Salon Ten 17 and The Wig Chix with Chase Tolbert of Dempsey Auction Co., and Ghee Wilson of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation with JoAnna Parker of The Dance Centre and Elm Street Elementary School.

Several teams are also receiving choreography assistance from local dance professionals Consuelo “NaeNae” Saxton, Hannah Camacho and Faith Im.

Competitors will vie for two major honors. The Judges’ Choice Award will be selected by a panel of judges, while the People’s Choice Award will be determined by community donations.

Supporters can vote for their favorite team by visiting GiveButter.com/RCDC or texting RCDC to 53-555. Donations may be made during the months leading up to the event and throughout the live performances.

A limited number of general admission tickets will go on sale June 1. Event sponsorships and VIP tickets purchased through contestants offer the best opportunity to guarantee a seat.

Save the date for an evening of dancing, friendly competition and community support at the Rome City Auditorium on Saturday, Aug. 1.

Something dark is stirring at Vintage Wine and Tapas Bar at LaScala…

On August 14, Rome Shakespeare Festival invites you to enter the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe for an evening where dinner is only the beginning.

By candlelight, Poe’s most unforgettable works—including Annabel Lee, The Tell-Tale Heart, and The Raven—will unfold through dramatic live readings, immersive soundscapes, gothic atmosphere, and live music by cellist Annie Camp.

As tales of love, madness, mystery, and loss come to life around you, enjoy a themed multi-course dinner featuring signature cocktails and wine inspired by Poe’s stories.

This is not simply dinner.

It is theater at your table.

It is a shadow in the corner.

It is a heartbeat beneath the floorboards.

This is the second Dinner with a Side of Drama performance following a Gatsby themed event at Beneath Broad, The performance brings together elegant dining, literary artistry, live performance, and just enough darkness to leave you wondering what might be watching from across the room.

Dinner. Drama. Darkness. Delight.

Presented by Rome Shakespeare Festival with Vintage Wine and Tapas Bar at LaScala.

Thursday, August 14
Performance begins promptly at 7 p.m.

Please arrive early. This is not a drop-in party, but a fully immersive performance that begins the moment the evening starts.

$100 per person
Reservations are required. Space is strictly limited.

Reserve your place before the raven says, “Nevermore.”

Register HERE!

Rome Little Theatre has announced its 2026/2027 Season Ticket Package, featuring an exciting lineup of shows and flexible ticket options for local theatre fans.

Current season ticket holders can renew between May 26 and June 15, 2026, while new season tickets will be available starting June 16, 2026.

This season includes Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical at Rome City Auditorium from August 28–30, 2026, bringing the beloved story of courage and self-discovery to the stage.

Other highlights are the powerful musical Come From Away and the sharp-witted comedy Always a Bridesmaid, both set for The DeSoto Theatre in 2027.

Season tickets guarantee the best value and your preferred seat for every mainstage production.

Individual show tickets go on sale July 15, 2026.

Stanley’s on North Broad stands out as Rome’s beloved spot for classic meat-and-three lunches, where soulful vegetables and savory mains draw hungry locals daily.

Pork’s southern magic shines here — not just as meat, but as the secret seasoning in every bite of beans, greens, and peas.

The fried chicken is a local legend, while the chicken fried steak remains a favorite comfort dish.

Fridays bring golden fried fish, and the cheesy mac and cheese wins over even the toughest critics.

Pair it all with jalapeño cornbread and sweet iced tea for an authentic country meal.

Homestyle desserts like cobbler and banana pudding offer a sweet finish.

More than a cafeteria, Stanley’s is where families gather after church, and regulars call in for fried gizzards or livers. Takeout options make it a go-to for everyday meals or holiday feasts.