Arts Agenda November 18 2000

Dance
BALLET MAGNIFICAT! The dance troupe performs a ballet program exploring the message of worship and praise. Roswell United Methodist Church Sanctuary, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. Nov. 17. 7:30 p.m. 770-594-0512.
EMORY DANCE COMPANY The company performs 7 Considerations, a dance program by seven dancers on seven different topics. Mary Gray Munroe Theater, Dobbs University Center, 605 Asbury Circle, Emory. Nov. 16-18. 8 p.m. $4-$8. 404-727-5050.
LES TAMBOURS DU BRONX Similar to STOMP, the troupe of percussionists performs a program combining primal impulses with complex themes in a show of movements, sounds and lights. Presented as part of The Fox International Series. The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. Nov. 20. 8 p.m. $27.50-$42.50. 404-881-2100.
URBAN NUTCRACKER Ballethnic Dance Co. presents its version of the dance classic with the setting changed to sweet Auburn Ave. in the ’40s. Robert Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive. Nov. 16-19. Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2 p.m. $10-$50. 404-894-9600.
VERIOVKA UKRAINIAN NATIONAL DANCE CO. The program features Cossack and Chumak dances and songs, historical ballads, scenic compositions and more. Robert Ferst Center for the Arts, 349 Ferst Drive, Georgia Tech. Nov. 21. 8 p.m. $42. 404-894-2787.
WINGS The Kennesaw State University dance ensemble performs a full-length dance program, The Unsung, about four Georgia women whose extraordinary accomplishments haven’t been recognized. KSU Stillwell Theater, 1000 Chastain Road. Nov. 17-18. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $10. 770-423-6650.
Music
ACCENTUS The French chamber choir performs Pascal Dusapin’s Requiem. Spivey Hall, Clayton College & State University, 5900 N. Lee St., Morrow. Nov. 19. 3 p.m. $30. 770-961-3683.
ATLANTA COMMUNITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA performs Sibelius’ Finlandia, Op. 26, Gerson’s Rhapsody for Orchestra and Bruch’s Kol Nidrei for Cello and Orchestra. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. Nov. 15. 7:30 p.m. 404-872-9670.
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Conductor Michael Christie and the ASO perform the Aaron Copland 100th Anniversary Celebration, featuring Schumann’s Piano Concerto and Copland’s Appalachian Spring, Rodeo and Orchestral Variations. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Nov. 16-17 and 19. 8 p.m. $19-$51. 404-733-5000.
COLLEGIUM VOCALE The classical choral ensemble performs works by Copland, Barber and Bernstein in celebration of Copland’s 100th birthday. Glenn Memorial Auditorium, 1652 N. Decatur Road, Emory. Nov. 18. 8:15 p.m. 404-727-5050.
STRING AND VOCAL CONCERT Anonymous 4, a vocal quartet, and the Chilingirian String Quartet team up to perform Britten’s Missa Brevis. The program also features Haydn’s String Quartet, Op. 76, No.6 and more works. Spivey Hall, 5900 N. Lee St., Morrow. Nov. 18. 8:15 p.m. $35. 770-961-3683.
WASCHEK CHOIR The choir performs a free concert featuring Morley’s April Is in My Mistress’ Face, Mendelssohn’s Verleih uns Frieden, Desprez’s Ave Maria and other works. Glenn Memorial Auditorium, 1652 N. Decatur Road, Emory. Nov. 21. 8:15 p.m. 404-727-5050.
Theater: openings
THE 1940’S RADIO HOUR Theatre in the Square presents the play about a radio broadcast to troops overseas during Christmas ‘42. The Mainstage, 11 Whitlock Ave. Nov. 21-Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 7 and 9:30, Sun. 2:30 and 7 p.m. $20-$30. 770-422-8369.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Alliance Theatre Co. presents Charles Dickens’ classic holiday tale about Scrooge. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Nov. 16-Dec. 24. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2:30 p.m., Sun. 7:30 p.m. $16-$45. 404-733-5000.
ELEKTRA Synchronicity Performance Group presents a reading of Ezra Pound’s translation of Sophokles’ play as part of The Fall Playreading Series. Actor’s Express at King Plow Arts Center, 887 W. Marietta St. Nov. 21. 7:30 p.m. $5 donation. 404-284-1151.
FRANKIE’S BAR IN AUTUMN TIME Brazen Act Productions presents the play celebrating seasonal sacrifice and American music. The Art Farm, 835 Wylie St. Nov. 17-19, Nov. 30-Dec. 3, Dec. 7-10 and Dec. 14-17. 8 p.m. $10. 404-584-2078.
HOT FLASHES, POWER SURGES AND PRIVATE SUMMERS 7 Stages presents Rhodessa Jones’ one-woman show exploring womanhood after the age of 50. 1105 Euclid Ave. Nov. 16-26. Wed.-Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $10-$20. 404-523-7647.
LOOT The Actor’s Express presents Joe Orton’s black comedy proving that money is the root of all evil. King Plow Arts Center, 887 W. Marietta St., Suite J-107. Nov. 16-Dec. 23. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $20-$25. 404-607-7469.
STONE HARBOUR Dorsey Theatre presents the comedy about three women who show up at their lover’s grave at the same time, discovering he wasn’t monogamous. 3593 Clairmont Road. Nov. 17-26. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. $10. 404-633-3256.
STRANGE FRUIT E. Patrick Johnson presents his play about one man’s journey into racial, gender and sexual identity. The Laboratory Theater, 1804 N. Decatur Road. Nov. 17-18. 8 p.m. $5-$10. 404-727-0272.
UH-OH HERE COMES CHRISTMAS The Georgia Ensemble Theatre presents the holiday play examining the spirit of the holidays amid widespread commercialism and chaos. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Nov. 16-Dec. 24. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. $18.50-$27. 770-641-1260.
Theater: continuing
ANNIE Theater of the Stars presents the classic Broadway musical about the poor, little orphan girl with a surprisingly positive outlook on life. The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. Through Nov. 19. Tues.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2 and 8 p.m. $19-$45. 404-817-8700.
ANTONY & CLEOPATRA The Atlanta Shakespeare Co. presents the Bard’s tale of the legendary love that divided a kingdom and destroyed lives. The New American Shakespeare Tavern, 499 Peachtree St. Through Dec. 17. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 6:30 p.m. $10-$24.50. 404-874-5299.
ASHES TO ASHES PushPush Theater presents Harold Pinter’s one-act play about a man threatened by his wife’s recollections of an abusive ex-lover. 1123 Zonolite Road. Through Nov. 18. Fri.-Sat. 10 p.m. $8-$10. 404-892-7876.
BETRAYAL PushPush Theater presents Harold Pinter’s play about a complex web of deception and infidelity among friends, lovers and colleagues. 1123 Zonolite Road. Through Nov. 18. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-892-7876.
BLACKTOP CIRCUS COMEDY TROUPE The nation’s only African-American improv comedy troupe performs weekly shows at the Uptown Comedy Corner, 2140 Peachtree St., Suite 320. Tuesdays. 9 p.m.-midnight. $8. 404-350-6990.
BORN YESTERDAY Underground Theatre presents Garson Kanin’s comedy about money, politics and, of course, sex in the ’40s. Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta, 1911 Cliff Valley Way. Through Nov. 18. Thurs.-Sat. 8:10 p.m. $8-$12. 404-634-5134.
COMEDY RESPONSE UNIT The Red Chair Theatre performs its brand of innovative improv. 662 11th St. Fri. and Sat. 9:30 p.m. $7. 404-872-HAHA.
COYOTE TALES Gateway Performance Productions presents the play based on traditional Pueblo Indian tales passed down through mask theater, mime, puppetry and humorous dialogue. 7 Stages Theater, 1105 Euclid Ave. Through Nov. 18. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m., Tues.-Wed. 4:30 p.m., Sat. 1 p.m. $7. 404-523-7647.
THE DUMBWAITER PushPush Theater presents Harold Pinter’s dark comedy about two hired killers and their strangest assignment. 1123 Zonolite Road. Through Nov. 15. Mon.-Wed. 8 p.m. $8-$10. 404-892-7876.
FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE Jomandi Productions presents the play about a guy who’s unlucky in love. Features the blues of jazz great Louis Jordan. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Through Nov. 19. Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 3 p.m. $12-$35. 404-876-6346.
FREE PARKING Dad’s Garage Theatre Co. presents a new sketch comedy show that will delight and alarm you. 280 Elizabeth St. Through Dec. 15. Fri. 10:30 p.m. $10. 404-523-2144.
THE HOLIDAYS ARE MURDER Agatha’s--A Taste Of Mystery presents the comic murder mystery about an anonymous sniper who is picking off holiday shoppers at a mall. Enjoy a five-course dinner with the show. 693 Peachtree St. Through Jan. 17. Tues.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $40-$50. 404-875-4321.
I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Horizon Theatre Co. presents the musical comedy that takes on the truths and myths of contemporary relationships. 1083 Austin Ave. Through Dec. 31. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 8:30 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $16-$25. 404-584-7450.
INSPECTING CAROL Neighborhood Playhouse presents the holiday comedy about a would-be actor mistaken for an official in the National Endowment for the Arts. 430 W. Trinity Place, Decatur. Through Dec. 17. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. $12-$18. 404-373-5311.
JUNO AND THE PAYCOCK Theatre Gael presents Sean O’Casey’s dark comedy about an odd couple during the Irish Civil War. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Through Dec. 3. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $12-$16. 404-876-9762.
MURDER BY MISTLETOE The Murder Mystery Players presents the interactive murder mystery about merriment, mayhem and a deadly mistletoe cocktail. Show includes dinner and prizes. Dave & Buster’s, 2215 D&B Drive, Marietta. Through Nov. 18. Sat. 8 p.m. $32.95. 770-951-5554.
O HAPPY DAY Dad’s Garage presents Graham Chapman’s Monty Python-esque comedy about family drinking, cross-dressing, mistaken identity and more. 280 Elizabeth St., Suite C-101. Through Nov. 18. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. $15-$20. 404-523-2144.
PSYCHO BEACH PARTY GSU Players presents Charles Busch’s spoof of ’60s beach movies that deals with the issue of multiple personality disorders in Malibu Beach. 33 Courtland St., Georgia State University. Nov. 9-12 and 16-19. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $5-$8. 404-651-2225.
THE SANDERS FAMILY CHRISTMAS Theatre in the Square presents a holiday musical about a family of gospel singers. The Alley Stage, 11 Whitlock Ave. Through Dec. 24. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 and 7 p.m. $17-$30. 770-422-8369.
Visual arts: openings
A NIGHT IN SOPO An evening of art exhibits and fun in Poncey-Highland. Participants include Right Brain Gallery, Gems of Africa, In the Moment and others along N. Highland Ave. Nov. 17. 6:30-9 p.m. 404-817-7005.
ANNE IRWIN FINE ART Small Works Show, a group exhibition featuring works by Diane Ainsworth, Gary Bodner, Claudia Hartley and others. Interiors Market, 55 Bennett St. Nov. 15-Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-432-9745.
ARTWALK AT LENOX The Family Time Project, a holiday exhibition featuring works by finalists from the Georgia Family Council/Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Kid’s Art Contest. Lenox Square Promenade, 3393 Peachtree Road. Nov. 15-Jan. 7. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. 770-435-5180.
BENDER FINE ART The Object as Art, a group exhibition featuring works by Bill Oates, Diego Rios, Anna Carll, Paul Hill and others. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 6-9 p.m. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 140. Nov. 17-Jan. 6. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-842-1913.
BIG ANGEL BLOWOUT 2000 The event features works by more than 100 artists in painting, photography, pottery, metal works, jewelry and more. DJ Mr. Suave performs at the artists’ party on Fri. from 6-9 p.m. 814 Edgewood Ave., Inman Park. Nov. 16-19. Thurs. 6-9 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-688-1708.
BOULEVARD STUDIOS The free open house features works by Lisa Alembik, James Barron, A. Owsley, Wes Phillips, Sherrie Maurer, David Naugle and other artists. 632 Hamilton Ave. Nov. 18. 1-9 p.m. 404-624-3388.
CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER The holiday show and sale features pottery, ceramic works and more. 980 Briarcliff Road. Nov. 18-19. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-874-9351.
CITY GALLERY EAST The annual National Arts Program features works by municipal employees of the City of Atlanta and their families. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 6-8 p.m. City Hall East, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. Nov. 17-Dec. 3. Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-817-6815.
ELEVEN50 Sublimation, video projects by Teresa Bramlette, fascia, Shannon Nowlan and Peter Pachano. 1150-B Peacthree St. Nov. 18-Dec. 30. Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m.-3 a.m., Sat. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. and by appointment. 404-874-0428.
EXPRESSION WITHOUT LIMITATION A studio showing of recent works in mixed media constructions and paintings by Stephen Bise and Mary farmer. 260 Howard St., Suite 2, Decatur. Nov. 18-19. Sat. 5-9 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m. 404-373-6845.
GALERIE TIMOTHY TEW Paintings by Leslie Bell. New figurative and still life drawings by Haidee Becker. Paintings by Matthew Lopas. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 7-9:30 p.m. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 130. Nov. 16-Dec. 31. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-869-0511.
HEAVEN BLUE ROSE GALLERY Shared Spirits, Dr. Margaret Newton’s sculptures in clay and bronze, drawings and paintings. Studio artists’ works also on display. 934 Canton St., Roswell. Nov. 17-Dec. 30. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. 770-642-7380.
RIGHT BRAIN GALLERY New paintings by Georgia Nagle exploring the effects of light on objects. Mixed-media paintings on wood by Laura Fons. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 7-9:30 p.m. 664 N. Highland Ave. Nov. 17-Jan. 6. Tues.-Fri. noon-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-872-2696.
ROSWELL ARTISTS’ STUDIO TOUR The free tours feature art and crafts by 20 artists on display in three studios/homes located at 1534 and 1538 Jones Road and Hog Heaven on Stroup Road. Nov. 17-19. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 770-992-4821.
SLOTIN FOLK ART AUCTION The auction features the sale of the entire Flo and Jules Laffal Collection of folk art. 112 Shadburn Ave., Buford. Nov. 18-19. 11 a.m. 770-932-1000.
SPRUILL GALLERY The Annual Holiday Artist Market features fine art, folk art, ornaments and fine crafts by more than 200 artists. 4681 Ashford Dunwoody. Nov. 17-Dec. 23. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-394-4019.
TRINITY GALLERY The Contemporary Southwest, a group exhibition featuring works by Pascal, Randall LaGro, Gretchen Wachs, Alexandra Eldridge, Richard Shrewsbury and Agnese Udinotti. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 6-9 p.m. 315 E. Paces Ferry Road. Nov. 17-Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-237-0370.
VESPERMANN GLASS GALLERY A Dazzling Christmas, sculpture, ornaments and other works capturing the holiday spirit. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 6-9 p.m. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road. Nov. 17-Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-266-0102.
WARSAW OCEE COMMUNITY ART CENTER The student art exhibit and sale features works in oils, pastels, photography, watercolors and more. 9800 Medlock Bridge Road, Duluth. Nov. 17. 7-8:30 p.m. 770-623-8448.
Visual arts: continuing
1000 TOWER WALK Photographs from Abroad, silver gelatin prints by Jennifer Julian. The Resource Forum, 3340 Peachtree Road. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. 770-451-0272.
ABERNATHY ARTS CENTER Put a Lid on It, an exhibition of covered vessels created by center students. 254 Johnson Ferry Road. Through Nov. 30. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-303-6172.
ABSTEIN GALLERY Language of Light, a group exhibition of works by 30 artists. 558 14th St. Through Jan. 28. Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. 404-872-8020.
ALLEN ASHTON GALLERY The Journey: 1981-2000, works in oil, ink, sculpture and more by Jerrold Siegal. 395 S. Atlanta St., Roswell. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 770-518-7357.
THE ART INSTITUTE OF ATLANTA GALLERY Enigmatic Landscapes, black-and-white landscape photographs by Chip Forelli. 6600 Peachtree Dunwoody Road. Through Dec. 9. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 770-394-8300.
ARTISTS’ ATELIER Holiday Magic, the annual members’ show. Receptions Nov. 17 from 5-8 p.m. and Nov. 18 from 12-4 p.m. 800 Miami Circle, Suite 200. Through Jan. 5. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-4 p.m. 404-231-5999.
ARTRAGES GALLERY Works made from recycled objects by George Barnes. 2850 Paces Ferry Road, Suite 470. Through Dec. 15. Mon.-Wed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m. 770-432-4888.
THE ARTS FOR ALL GALLERY Holiday Art Show, a group exhibition featuring paintings, drawings, wood-carvings, textile art and more. Artist reception Dec. 7 from 5-8 p.m. 57 Forsyth St. Through Dec. 22. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-221-1270 ext. 10.
ART STATION Member Juried Exhibition & Competition, works in oil, pastel, water color, sculpture and more by members. Photography by Robert Thomas. Artists’ Atelier of Atlanta exhibition also on display. 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-469-1105.
ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY Do It, an exhibition of experimental works created from written instructions provided by artists. Memorial Arts Building, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Through Nov. 26. Tues.-Wed. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-733-5050.
ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER My Community, My World, photography by student participants in “As Seen By Teens 2000. Through Nov. 17. James Herbert: Paintings, Films, Videos and Stills, a mixed media exhibition featuring Herbet’s new paintings, film stills and a series of films and videos. An installation of music videos by various artists and mixed by Jeremy Helton. Travel Writing, works by Mark Cottle. Through Dec. 30. 535 Means St. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-688-1970.
THE ATLANTA FINANCIAL CENTER Light Years, art quilts by Elizabeth Barton. 3333 Peachtree Road. Through Jan. 25. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-377-2116.
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM The Art of Neon: Science. Light & Form, an installation featuring both vintage commercial signs and new sculptural works. Through Jan. 6. For God’s Eyes: Plates and Vases, an exhibition of work resulting from the collaboration of ceramic artist Tom Spleth and painter Moshe Gershuni. Through Nov. 17. Peachtree Center, 285 Peachtree Center Ave. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3. 404-688-2467.
AVERY FINE FRAMING & ART Black-and-white photographs by Michael Belk. 19th century French oils and engravings by various artists. 764 Miami Circle, Suite 120. Through Dec. 15. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-266-8880.
BALLROOM STUDIOS Iron Chefs of Pho Tography, works by Tim Watts, Laura Abel, Carrie Elzey and others. 107 Luckie St., Second Floor. Through Nov. 26. By appointment. 404-522-2709.
BANK OF AMERICA PLAZA Flight Patterns, paintings and prints by Tim Hunter. West lobby, 600 Peachtree St. Through Jan. 25. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-816-9777.
BARBARA ARCHER GALLERY Southern Fried: Painted Memories by Cedric Smith, works that use photography as the basis for collaged paintings depicting memories from Smith’s youth in Thomaston, Ga. 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 27. Through Nov. 25. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-815-1545.
BEVERLY LIBBY GALLERY Recent Works, mixed-media paintings on canvas by Scott Upton. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett St., Suite D-2. Through Dec. 8. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-1174.
BUCKHEAD GALLERY Insight, Inquiry, Transformation, recent paintings by Andres Michelena. The Great Frame Up, 3085 Peachtree Road. Through Nov. 28. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-231-9754.
CARY-MCPHEETERS GALLERY Visual Audios, works by Eric Mack. 101 Auburn Ave. Through Nov. 30. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri.-Sun. noon- 6 p.m. 404-730-4001 ext. 302.
CITY HALL The Mayor’s Art Program presents laser art transfers by Andre Swancy, photographic portraits by Francesca Scott James and paintings by Eric Mack. 55 Trinity Ave. Through Jan. 11. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-257-1804.
DALTON GALLERIES A Matter of Scale, a group exhibition looking at the impact of scale on the perceptual experience. Dana Fine Arts Building and Bradley Observatory, Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave., Decatur. Through Dec. 8. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2-4:30 p.m. 404-471-5361.
EVENING GALLERY Paintings by Maire Lang using French dyes on silk fabric. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 8-11 p.m. 275 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Dec. 15. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-995-0530.
EYEDRUM A retrospective of works by Skip Williamson. 253 Trinity Ave. Through Nov. 25. Fri. 9 p.m.-midnight, Wed.-Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-522-0655.
FAYE GOLD GALLERY Photography by Bob Kolbrener. Works by Radcliffe Bailey. 764 Miami Circle. Through Dec. 5. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-233-3843.
FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY Life & Death Under the Pharaohs explores the span of Egypt’s rich history from the Predynastic Period through the Byzantine Period. Featuring more than 300 objects including statues, mummies and more. 767 Clifton Road. Through Jan. 1. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. $9.95-$11.95. 404-929-6300.
FINE FAMILY ART GALLERY Artwork from the Atlanta Jewish Community, a juried exhibition of works by Atlanta artists. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. Through Dec. 29. Tues.-Thurs. 1-9 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m. 770-395-2614.
GALERIE VENDOME A group exhibition featuring works by contemporary French artists, including Guy Toubon, Micha, Roger Dale, Jacques Goupil and others. 75 Bennett St., Suite F1. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-355-3554.
GALLERY II A 10-year retrospective of paintings and drawings by Sue Ye. Opening reception Nov. 17 from 5-9 p.m. Peachtree Center, 231 Peachtree St. Through Dec. 30. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-524-7728.
GALLERY SKLO Excavations, mixed-media paintings and sculptures by Kelly Reese exploring themes of feminine archeology. New drawings and puppets by Randy Addison. A preview of new drawings by Chrisotpher Deris. Tula Art Center, Suite E-2, 75 Bennett St. Through Nov. 25. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-350-9763.
GALLERY V LTD. Out of the Box, acrylic and pastel paintings by Katie Smith. Sports in Action, watercolor and pencil paintings by Jim Huber. 10 Elizabeth Way, Roswell. Nov. 1-30. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 770-992-4144.
GERTSEV GALLERY Recent works by Oleg Dzubenko. 1833 Peachtree Road. Through Nov. 16. Tues.-Sat. noon-9 p.m., noon-5 p.m. 404-603-8586.
HAMMONDS HOUSE GALLERIES Applique Works, fabric applique works by K. Joy Ballard-Peters. From Stories of My America, Charlotte Riley-Webb’s acrylic paintings inspired by memory and storytelling. 503 Peeples St. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. 404-752-8730.
HAMSA GALLERY A retrospective exhibition of Irving Amen’s paintings, sculptures, etchings and more. 3234 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-508-4263.
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART Chorus of Light: Photographs from the Sir Elton John Collection, an exhibition of John’s private collection, featuring 380 works by more than 100 photographers. Through Jan. 28. Portraits of a Lady, an installation of portraits by Robert Henri. Through Dec. 10. 1280 Peachtree St. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-733-HIGH.
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART FOLK ART & PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY Celebrity Portraits from the Sir Elton John Collection, an exhibition featuring 70 portraits of musicians, artists, writers and performers selected from John’s private collection. 133 Peachtree St. Through Jan. 28. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-733-HIGH.
HOUSE OF COLORS GALLERY Neighbors, paintings and sculpture by Joel Barr and Marjorie Moran. 34 Irby Ave. Through Nov. 28. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-233-6738.
J. REID GALLERY Return to the Garden, glass art by Rozelle Morton-Bush and paintings by Robert Kryer. 75 Main St., Buford. Through Dec. 30. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-271-0008.
JACKSON FINE ART 10 Years Forward, 10 Years Back, an anniversary show featuring works by Sally Mann, Minor White, Man Ray, Irving Penn and others. 3115 E. Shadowlawn Ave. Through Jan. 6. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-233-3739.
KIANG GALLERY New paintings and drawings by Gil Martin experimenting with natural earth pigments. 1923 Peachtree Road. Through Nov. 25. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-351-5477.
LAGERQUIST GALLERY The exhibition features oil still lifes by Betty Felker King, mixed-media by Ben Rea, ceramic animal sculpture by Lydia Keith and abstract Figurative work by Ursula Mahler. 3235 Paces Ferry Place. Through Nov. 30. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-261-8273.
LANSDELL GALLERIES In.Volve.Ment, mixed media on wood by Anke. New works by gallery artists. 1482 Mecaslin St. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-876-4466.
THE LOWE GALLERY Restoration, works in encaustic by Michael David. World, world, Pam Longobardi’s painted, etched, engraved and patinaed copper panels. Millennium Garden, luminescent figurative oil paintings by Jim Sajovic. Tula Art Center, Space A-2, 75 Bennett St. Through Nov. 25. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-352-8114.
MACON & COMPANY FINE ART New paintings by Wulf Barsch. 1198 Howell Mill Road, Suite 109. Through Nov. 30. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-603-9122.
MARCIA WOOD GALLERY Paintings by Gregory Johnston. 1831B Peachtree Road. Through Dec. 2. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-3930.
MATRE GALLERY New paintings by Steve Penley. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett St., Space G-2. Through Dec. 2. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-350-8399.
MCELREATH HALL In the Mill’s Shadow, photographs by visually impaired artist Oraien Catledge showing how the lives of Cabbagetown residents changed in the ’80s after the closure of the cotton mill. Atlanta History Center, 130 W. Paces Ferry Road. Through Jan. 7. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun. noon-5:30 p.m. $4-$10. 404-814-4000.
MICHAEL C. CARLOS MUSEUM From Caligula to Constantine: Tyranny and Transformation in Roman Portraiture, an exhibition of images in stone and bronze emphasizing the importance of portraiture in the ancient world as a form of mass media. Through Jan. 7. Surreal Anatomies: Works on Paper by Hans Bellmer and Dorothea Tanning, an exhibition examining some ways Surrealist artists treated, or mistreated, the human body. Through Jan. 28. Emory University, 571 Kilgo St. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. 404-727-4282.
THE MODERN PRIMITIVE GALLERY Legends in License Plates, works by Michael Kalish. 1393 N. Highland Ave. Through Nov. 29. Tues.-Wed. and Sun. noon-6 p.m., Thurs.-Sat. noon-9 p.m. 404-892-0556.
OGLETHORPE UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART Dream of the Red Chamber: An Experience in Traditional Chinese Aesthetics, paintings by An Ho and furniture by Henry Lautz. 4484 Peachtree Road. Through Dec. 17. Tues.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-364-8555.
ONE BUCKHEAD PLAZA Signs and Symbols, Richard Sudden’s new works obsessed with symbols. Upper Lobby, 3060 Peachtree Road. Through Feb. 7. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-816-9777.
RAYMOND LAWRENCE GALLERY I Remember Prudenia, dot and particle paintings by Andy Blanchard. Orchestrated Passages, lyrical paintings by Patrick McCay. Tula Arts Center, 75 Bennett St., Suite M-1. Through Jan. 6. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-352-5058.
REED GALLERY Works of oil on canvas by Clifford Bailey. 75 Bennett St. Through Nov. 25. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-352-8872.
ROBERT C. WILLIAMS AMERICAN MUSEUM OF PAPERMAKING WASHI: Japanese Traditions of Hand Papermaking, contemporary sculptural works from the Paper Art Village Project. 500 Tenth St. Through Dec. 15. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-894-6663.
ROBERT FERST CENTER FOR THE ARTS Paper in the Millennium: Friends of the Dard Hunter National Juried Membership Show, a group exhibition on display. 349 Ferst Drive, Georgia Tech. Through Nov. 30. By appointment. 404-894-2787.
SANDLER HUDSON GALLERY Scenes from a Lake, artwork by Barbara Schreiber. Recent paintings and drawings based on trips to Italy by Scott Belville. 1831-A Peachtree Road. Through Dec.2. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-350-8480.
SHAWN VINSON GALLERY One Woman Show, recent works by Cherokee artist Luzene Hill. 119 E. Court Square. Through Dec. 2. Tues.-Wed. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs. 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 404-370-1720.
SOHO MYRIAD Blue Ink Drawings, Theresa Hackett’s works using a combination of blue china ink and gesso on vellum. Jung Hyang Kim’s works incorporating abstract and organic elements also on display. 1250 Menlo Drive. Through Nov. 15. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-351-5656.
SOLOMON PROJECTS Under My Skin, paintings and wall installations by Leslie Wayne. 1037 Monroe Drive. Through Nov. 25. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-875-7100.
SPELMAN COLLEGE MUSEUM OF FINE ART When the Spirit Moves: The Africanization of American Movement, an exhibit that examines the history of African-American dance and how it became a central part of American culture. 350 Spelman Lane. Through Nov. 18. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-881-3643 ext. 2224.
STUDIO BIBA Mixed-media works by Candice Bennett. 290 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Through Nov. 21. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-659-2440.
SUNTRUST PLAZA Viewpoints, photography by seven local artists, including Jenny Clifton, Ann Johnson, Suzanne Lee and others. 303 Peachtree St. Through Jan. 15. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-816-9777.
SWAN COACH HOUSE GALLERY A Good Muse Sees in All Directions: New Work by Kathy Yancey, a tongue-in-cheek exploration of contemporary life featuring mixed media with collaged elements. 3130 Slaton Drive. Through Nov. 25. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-266-2636.
THOMAS DEANS & COMPANY Redefining Landscape, watercolors by Barry Hirst. Tula Art Center, K-2, 75 Bennett St. Through Dec. 16. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-352-3778.
TWINHOUSE GALLERY Works by Suzy Schultz, Elizabeth Stockton and other gallery artists. 2833 Peachtree Road. Through Jan. 2. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-233-3433.
VAKNIN SCHWARTZ Recent works in photogram by Christopher Bucklow and Susan Derges. 1831 Peachtree Road. Through Dec. 2. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-0035.
VESPERMANN GLASS GALLERY Glass drawings by Henner Schrode