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Atlanta, GA (January 14, 2010) -  Giving a voice to Atlanta’s homeless, Randy Walls of Peak Visionary Theater Co., will preview his upcoming play “SPEECHLESS” on January 20, in the Balzer Theater @ Herren’s at 7:30 p.m.

“The goal is to spread awareness of and benefit homeless families in Atlanta,” Walls says.

There is a variety of talent showcases scheduled including musicians, artists, actors and poets. The evening will also feature live testimonials from homeless families within the Nicholas House program. The event will be hosted by Atlanta’s own Jovita Moore, anchor women for Channel 2 action news. Platinum R&B recording artist J. Holiday will perform his song entitled “Homeless” from his new album exclusively at the event.

The theater is located at 84 Luckie Street. Admission is free and donations are encouraged to benefit the Nicholas House and its programs.

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ABOUT NICHOLAS HOUSE - Nicholas House is a transitional housing shelter in Atlanta that helps homeless families get back on their feet and stay there. Through individualized case management, adult education and training, and powerful youth programs that stop the cycle of poverty, over 70% of Nicholas House families go on to remain fully self-sufficient. In its 28 year history, Nicholas House has helped over 1800 homeless families make the transition from homelessness to self-sufficiency in a structured but home-like environment. Last year Nicholas House helped 100 families comprised of 300 people—230 of which were children. On any given night in Atlanta alone, there are 1200 family members without a place to call home--800 of which are children. Nicholas House is committed to helping homeless families by addressing the root causes of their homelessness so they never become homeless again. For more information contact Yvonne Druyeh at 404-633-8386 ext 104 or email ydruyeh@nicholashouse.org. Visit them online at www.nicholashouse.org.

ABOUT “SPEECHLESS” - “SPEECHLESS” the theatrical production part of the Breaking the Silence Movement of thought provoking and social events, tells the stories of seven inner-city, poverty stricken characters. While every character is from a different background and culture, they are united in their hunger to conquer their fear of success and strive to overcome their life struggles. Through song, dance and powerful performances from artists old and new, “SPEECHLESS” will capture its audience by making them laugh, cry and most importantly think. Writer and director Randy R. Walls, uses real life situations to engage his audience inspiring them to visualize that change can only come to better our community when we see with our own eyes that hardship knows no name or status. Contact Peak Visionary Theater Co. for show information at 678-531-1458 or email randy.peakvisionary@gmail.com.

ABOUT THE BREAKING THE SILENCE MOVEMENT - In an effort to bring awareness and change to the Atlanta community, Breaking the Silence is a movement created to surface the issues corrupting our city such as homelessness, crime, poverty, and poor educational systems. Randy R. Walls founded Peak Visionary Theater Co. to bring change through the mergence of artistic influence and community development. Walls believe these things are the key to bridging knowledge gaps within our community and breaking the silence. The Breaking the Silence series will host performing and artistic events to encourage community members, city officials and artistic leaders to join together with one voice for change.