See the critically acclaimed Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winning Broadway musical that inspired a major motion picture. “Rent,” written by Jonathan Larson and directed by Michael Greif, is coming to The Fox Theatre in Atlanta for five performances, June 2-4.

Critics have called “Rent” "the best thing that has happened to the Broadway musical in a long time," and have said that “Rent” "justifies every bit of attention that has been lavished on this phenomenal musical."

Set in the East Village of New York City, “Rent” is about being young and learning to survive, falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. “Rent” has made a lasting mark on Broadway with songs that rock and a story that resonates. Whether it's your first time or your 100th time, the time is now for “Rent.”

The show received its world premiere off-Broadway at New York Theatre Workshop on February 13, 1996 to ecstatic reviews. It rapidly became a sold-out hit. The show transferred to Broadway on April 29, 1996 where it continues to play at The Nederlander Theatre. “Rent” is now the seventh longest running show in Broadway history.

The success of “Rent” is always tempered by the death of its creator, Jonathan Larson. Larson died unexpectedly of an aortic aneurysm on the morning of January 25, 1996, just hours after the show’s final dress rehearsal off-Broadway, and ten days before his 36th birthday.

“Rent” features musical direction by Tim Weil, choreography by Marlies Yearby, set design by Paul Clay, costume design by Angela Wendt and lighting design by Blake Burba.

Tickets for all performances are on sale and may be purchased at The Fox Theatre Box Office, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com or by phone at (404) 817-8700. For groups of 20 or more, please contact (404) 881-2000. Tickets range in price from $32.50-$52.50

Additional show information can be found at www.siteforrent.com or www.foxtheatre.org.

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