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SheATL festival puts women playwrights and their stories center stage
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · As published by CBS News
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The event, called SheATL, is centered around showcasing their stories.
A festival in Atlanta is highlighting the work of women playwrights. The event, called SheATL, is centered around showcasing their stories. Further information about the festival can be found through CBS News. Details about the festival, including its schedule and participants, are available from the source, providing a more in-depth look at the event and its purpose.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: CBS News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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