ARTS
Free Cobb Energy sampler
Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre will host an open house of sorts 1-4 p.m. Aug. 19 and 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 20 to promote the seasons of its three resident presenters, Atlanta Ballet, the Atlanta Opera and Gas South Broadway Series. All three will extend special subscription offers at the Access the Arts event, where patrons can “test drive” potential seats, learn about an upcoming Jazz Roots concert series, enter giveaways and partake of food and drink. Free. 770-916-2800, www.cobbenergycentre.com. HOWARD POUSNER