Live-K Karaoke Will Open Atlanta Venue

The karaoke operator will take over the former Dantanna's space on Andrew Young International Boulevard next fall.

Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Remote Work

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Live-K Karaoke signed a lease for 10,512 square feet at The CTR in downtown Atlanta. The new venue is expected to open in the fall of 2027.

Why it matters

The new entertainment venue aims to leverage its proximity to the Georgia World Congress Center and Centennial Olympic Park. This lease marks the expansion of the brand, which already operates locations in Washington, D.C. and Maryland.

Live-K Karaoke secured a 10,512-square-foot space within the 1 million square feet of inventory that became available following the departure of CNN in 2024.

The players

Live-K Karaoke

This entertainment company operates existing karaoke venues in Washington, D.C. and Maryland.

CP Group

This firm is the owner and developer of The CTR site in downtown Atlanta.

The details

The new site will replace the former Dantanna's restaurant as part of the third construction phase at The CTR. This development project will also introduce a fitness center, conference center, and tenant lounge to the downtown area.

CNN vacated its downtown Atlanta offices in 2024.
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Live-K Karaoke is expected to open in the fall of 2027.
The Looking Glass is scheduled to open in 2027.

Market Landscape

The lease follows the 2024 departure of CNN from downtown Atlanta, which opened up 1 million square feet of space for new commercial development. This move helps position The CTR as a diversified destination by replacing office tenants with entertainment and dining venues.

Local residents and visitors can expect a new entertainment option near major landmarks like Centennial Olympic Park starting next year. This development is part of a broader shift to turn the former office space into a hub for dining and fitness for the downtown community.

The takeaway

The transformation of the former Dantanna's space highlights the ongoing trend of repurposing downtown commercial real estate for leisure activities. Shoppers and tourists should watch for additional retail announcements at The CTR as the third construction phase nears completion.