The show is set to go on live and in person at Lips Atlanta next month.
After temporarily closing because of the coronavirus pandemicĀ in March, the Buford Highway drag dining club is opening its doors to the public again July 9.
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The dinner theater, which touts itself at as āthe ultimate in drag dining,ā officially announced the news Saturday on Facebook.
āBIG NEWS! Weāre BACK!ā the post began before adding,Ā ā100% of sales of this over-the-top celebration is given directly to our staff!ā
In addition to the show, in-person brunch is returning through the weekend of July 9ā12.
āWe practice FABULOUS social distancing ā give us a call for show information, and more!ā Lips said.
Guests can make reservations by calling (404) 315-7711.
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Before reopening, the restaurantĀ set up a GoFundMe so usual patrons could support the staff amid the pandemic.
āLips has been spreading joy and happiness for over 20 years thanks toĀ all for your support,ā the fundraiser read. āThe impact on our staff and their families has been crushing as their rent, insurance, and the simple daily costs of living continue withoutĀ income.ā
In May, Lips Atlanta streamed its most popular show, the Dragalicious Gospel Brunch, on Facebook. Following the broadcast, the dinner theater announced it would resumeĀ in-person shows July 9.
āYour generosity was a much needed and appreciated gift for the Ladies,ā organizers said. āThank you for watching the show, for sharing it with others, and for your financial support during this down time.ā
DETAILS
Lips Atlanta Grand Reopening
7 p.m. Thursday, July 9
3011 Buford Highway NE
Make reservations by calling (404) 315-7711.
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