First Friday at First "LIVE"- MAY 2026 - Lori Williams

Schedule

Fri May 01 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

125 Ellis St NE | Atlanta, GA

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Welcome to First Friday at First "LIVE" with some of Atlanta's top jazz performers gracing the stage!
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We are so excited to once again bring you First Friday at First "LIVE" for our 2026 Jazz Series -- Atlanta’s first choice for extraordinary jazz performed by many of the best musicians and vocalists to grace a jazz stage anywhere on the globe!


Join us in May when First Friday presents Lori Williams --Acclaimed international jazz vocalist Lori Williams is a powerhouse of artistry and versatility. With over 30 years of experience, she has built an extraordinary career as a performer, veteran music educator, songwriter, producer, musical theater actress, radio host, and founder of PositiveMusicPM.org. Williams has graced stages and festivals around the world, captivating audiences with her soulful voice and radiant stage presence. Her talent has led to collaborations with legends such as Yolanda Adams, Peabo Bryson, and George Duke. A passionate educator and private vocal coach, she continues to inspire new generations of artists. It’s no wonder President Joseph Biden once described her as having “the voice of an angel.”


The 2026 Season continues at First Friday!
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The public is invited for great music, dinner, fun, and fellowship. (Please note: No outside food or alcohol is permitted.) Doors open at 6:00 PM. Seating is limited. Season Ticket Pass and Season Ticket Table holders are guaranteed premium seating. General Admission tickets are $25, student tickets are $10 each with student identification (show ID at the door). Reserved tables of 8 are $200. Prices for dinner range from $4.00 to $10.00. Funds raised at church-based events will be used to support other church programming and ministries.

For further information about First Friday at First or the purchase of Tables, General Admission or Student Tickets, please contact First Church at 404-659-6255 and ask for the church administrator during regular office hours or contact the First Friday team at .


PARKING -
  1. HANDICAPPED PARKING: Guests with handicapped parking permits visible will be allowed to park in the front or rear of the Commons, as spaces are limited.
  2. MAIN CHURCH LOT: Parking for guests/volunteers will continue to be available in the main church lot, where you will access the Commons via the back gate and staircase.
  3. ADDITIONAL PARKING: Alternate parking with be available at the corner parking of John Wesley Dobbs and Courtland Street (across from First Church). You may walk to Ellis Street and turn right, or access the Commons via the back gate and staircase of the MAIN CHURCH LOT.

PLEASE CONSIDER CARPOOLING OR RIDESHARING!

COVID-19 Protocols

As part of our return to First Friday at First events, we are anxious to continue providing a safe and comfortable environment given current COVID-19 guidelines. We continue to reduce the number of seats per table and wearing of masks indoors is optional.

To attend our concerts, we ask that you stay at home if you are currently suffering from any of the following symptoms: fever, respiratory illness, cough, sore throat, or shortness of breath.

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Where is it happening?

125 Ellis St NE, 125 Ellis Street Northeast, Atlanta, United States

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Tickets

USD 12.51 to USD 28.52

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