Arts Agenda December 02 2000

Dance
AS IF TRAVELING THROUGH SNOW An installation of dance, text and sound, Rajni Shah’s production tells the story of two sisters who must travel a great distance to meet again. Each member of the audience listens to a different soundtrack through headphones. Ballroom Studios, 107 Luckie St., Second Floor. Nov. 30-Dec. 3. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $5-$10. 404-978-1262 ext. 5659.
ATLANTA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER A holiday tradition with new surprises, the Atlanta Ballet performs the dance classic choreographed by John McFall. The production brings 19th-century Russia to the stage. The Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. Dec. 1-24. Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 and 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m., Dec. 13, 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 24 at 2 p.m. only. $20-$50. 404-817-8700.
CORE PERFORMANCE CO. The company joins students in the Rising Stars Creative Arts Program to present dance showcases. Several Dancers Core Studios, 519 N. McDonough St., Decatur. Dec. 5. 3:30 p.m. 404-373-4154.
THE NUTCRACKER KENNESAW STYLE The Kennesaw Dance Troupe presents its version of the holiday classic, setting the dance during the Civil War. Southern Polytechnic State University, 1100 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Dec. 1-2. Fri. 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. $10-$12. 770-424-6153.
WHICHEVER DOOR I MIGHT OPEN Full Radius Dance presents the dance program about the choices people make and the paths they take. Works include “Temple of Dreams, “Reconciliation, “I Am... and “By Passion Driven. 7Stages Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. Dec. 1-2. Fri. 8 p.m., Sat 3 and 8 p.m. $8-$12. 404-724-9663.
Music
ATLANTA COMMUNITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The orchestra performs an all-Bach program featuring Brandenburg Concerto No. 1, Orchestral Suite No. 4 in D Major, Passacaglia e Fuga in C Minor and more. Riverwood High School Auditorium, 5900 Heards Drive, Sandy Springs. Dec. 3. 3 p.m. 404-872-9670.
THE ATLANTA FEMINIST WOMEN’S CHORUS The chorus performs the holiday concert, “December Lights, with a culturally diverse selection of music. Dec. 2 at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 1790 LaVista Road, and Dec. 9 at Druid Hills Presbyterian Church, 1026 Ponce de Leon Ave. 8 p.m. $13-20. 404-298-5050.
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Conductor Charles Floyd and the ASO team up with the All-Atlanta Chorus to perform the holiday program, “Gospel Christmas. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Nov. 30-Dec. 2. Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 and 8 p.m. $12-$34. 404-733-5000.
THE COBB SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Director Steven Byess and the orchestra are joined by The Georgia Festival Chorus, KSU’s Georgia Young Singers and the Kirk Ringers handbell choir to perform the holiday concert. Episcopal Church of St. Peter & St. Paul in Marietta. Dec. 3. 8 p.m. $14-21. 770-423-6650.
THE FLUTE CHOIR OF ATLANTA The choir performs its winter concert with guest soloist Michael McClary. Featured works include selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, Hertel’s Concerto for Trumpet No. 2, and Vivaldi’s Winter. John Knox Presbyterian Church, 505 Powers Ferry Road, Marietta. Dec. 1. 8 p.m. $3-$5. 770-751-1501.
THE MICHAEL O’NEAL SINGERS The chorus performs traditional carols and selections from the Christmas portion of Handel’s Messiah. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. Dec. 1. 8 p.m. $12-$15. 770-594-7974.
SPELMAN/MOREHOUSE CHRISTMAS CONCERT The 74th annual Christmas Carol Concert features holiday performances by students from the Spelman and Morehouse Glee Clubs. Fri. and Sun. at Morehouse’s King Chapel, off of Westview Drive, and Sat. at Spelman’s Sisters Chapel, off of Spelman Lane and Chapel St. Dec. 1-3. 8 p.m. 404-223-1482.
Theater: openings
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Newnan Community Theatre Co. presents its 20th anniversary production of the Christmas classic. 24 1st Ave., Newnan. Dec. 1-16. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Dec. 3 at 4:30 p.m., Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m. $6-$8. 770-251-NCTC.
BETHLEHEM INN Smyrna 1st Players present the holiday play in a dinner theater setting. First United Methodist Church of Smyrna, 1315 Concord Road, Smyrna. Dec. 2. 7 p.m. $7.50-$12.50. 770-436-4108 ext. 230.
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S DRALION The big-top show combines the ancient Chinese acrobatic tradition with Cirque’s avant-garde approach to circus performances. Acts include the Ballet on Lights, hoop diving, double trapeze and more. Turner Field Green Parking Lot on Hank Aaron Drive. Nov. 30-Dec. 21 and Jan. 4-Jan. 14. Tues.-Wed. 8 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 5 and 9 p.m., Sat. 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., Sun. 1 and 5 p.m. Nov. 30-Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 19-20 at 5 and 9 p.m. $26.75-$60. 800-678-5440.
DISAPPEARED Synchronicity Performance Group presents a reading of Phyllis Nagy’s play about an unfulfilled woman who gets what seems like the offer of a lifetime. Actor’s Express at King Plow Arts Center, 887 W. Marietta St. Dec. 5. 7:30 p.m. $5 donation. 404-284-1151.
HOLIDAY ON THIN ICE PushPush Theater presents a series of short plays offering an alternative to the usual holiday theater fare. Featured shorts include “Pig, “Turkey or Ham, “He KNOWS, “The Gift of the Magpie, “Baby, Jesus! and more. 1123 Zonolite Road. Dec. 1-23 and 25-31. Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-892-7876.
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Class Act Theatre presents Mary Binaco’s adaptation of the holiday classic. 6 Powder Spring St., Marietta. Dec. 1-23. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $10-$12. 770-579-3156.
JOYFUL NOISE Art Within presents Tim Slover’s play, a behind-the-scenes look at the drama involved in the creation of Handel’s classic choral piece, Messiah. 14th St. Playhouse, 173 14th St. Dec. 1-23. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $18-$20. 404-733-5000.
MACBETH CAU Players present a gritty, urban version of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy. Davage Auditorium, Haven-Warren Building, Clark Atlanta University, 223 James P. Brawley Drive. Nov. 30-Dec. 2. 8 p.m. $2. 404-880-8297.
OUT OF THE DARKNESS The Council on Family Wholeness presents an interactive two-act play about victory over violence. Baldwin Burroughs Theatre, Spelman College, 350 Spelman Lane. Nov. 30-Dec. 3. Thurs.-Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $5-$8. 770-754-8778.
SHOWCASE OF SCENES Nick Conti’s Professional Actor’s Studio presents a showcase of prepared and cold readings by student actors. Actor’s Center, 2849 Piedmont Road. Nov. 29. 7:30 p.m. 404-943-1873.
Theater: continuing
THE 1940’S RADIO HOUR Theatre in the Square presents the play about radio broadcasts to troops overseas during Christmas ‘42. The Mainstage, 11 Whitlock Ave. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 7 and 9:30, Sun. 2:30 and 7 p.m. $20-$30. 770-422-8369.
2ND BASE COMEDY TROUPE Startime Dinner Theatre presents the improvisational, musical and sketch comedy group to perform mature shows for those 18 years old and up. Audience participation is the norm. 608 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. Saturdays. 10:30 p.m. $5. 770-924-3220.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Alliance Theatre Co. presents Charles Dickens’ classic holiday tale about Scrooge. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Through Dec. 24. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2:30 p.m., Sun. 7:30 p.m. $16-$45. 404-733-5000.
ALICE: IN WONDERLAND OnStage Atlanta presents Deb Gerlach’s and John Forman’s adaptation of the fantasy classic. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Through Dec. 30. Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2:30 p.m. $18-$23. 404-733-5000.
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.
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.
CHRISTMAS CANTEEN Aurora Theatre presents its annual holiday musical performance. This year the show heads to the South Pacific with songs from WWII and seasonal carols. 3087-B Main St., Duluth. Through Dec. 23. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m. $17-$18. 770-476-7926.
COMEDY RESPONSE UNIT The Red Chair Theatre presents the group to perform its brand of innovative improv. 662 11th St. Fri. and Sat. 9:30 p.m. $7. 404-872-HAHA.
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.
LAUGHING MATTERS The South’s longest running improv company performs new comedy shows. Come eat, drink and laugh. Second Fri. at Dave & Buster’s in Gwinnett County the Steve Reynolds Boulevard exit and every Sat. at Manuel’s Tavern, 602 N. Highland. 8 p.m. $7-$10. 404-874-4050.
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. Through Dec. 23. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $20-$25. 404-607-7469.
NUNSENSE Stage Door Players presents Dan Goggin’s musical. N. DeKalb Cultural Arts Center, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road. Through Dec. 23. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m., Dec. 21 at 8 p.m. $14-$18. 770-396-1726.
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.
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. Through Dec. 24. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. $18.50-$27. 770-641-1260.
Visual arts: openings
ABERNATHY ARTS CENTER The holiday gift show and sale features paintings, pottery, sculpture and more works by students and instructors. 254 Johnson Ferry Road, Sandy Springs. Dec. 3-23. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-303-6172.
ATLANTA PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP GALLERY Southern Exposure, a group exhibition curated by Mary Virginia Swanson and featuring photography by Laine Harris, Frank Hunter, Manuel Llaneras, Ron Rubino and Jerry Siegel. Opening reception Dec. 2 at 7:30 p.m. 660 9th St. Dec. 2-Feb. 3. Wed.-Fri. noon-4 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-877-1144.
BARBARA ARCHER GALLERY Haitian Art Show and Sale, the annual exhibition features paintings, sculpture, Voodoo spirit flags and other works. Benefits the Hospital Albert Schweitzer in Haiti. 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 27. Dec. 2. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-815-1545.
BEACON HILL ARTISTS STUDIOS The 10th annual holiday sale and toy drive features artworks in painting, metal, photography, wood, jewelry and more. Opening reception Dec. 1 from 7-10 p.m. The artists will also collect toys for the Community Center of S. Decatur. 125 Electric Ave., Decatur. Dec. 1-3. Fri. noon-10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-378-6602.
BENNETT STREET GALLERY Two Person Show, spiritually inspired paintings by Linda James and landscape paintings by Stefanie Lieberman. Opening reception Dec. 1 from 7-9 p.m. 22-F Bennett St. Dec. 1-22. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-352-8775.
CERULEAN FINE ART GALLERY It’s All About People, works by the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 6-8 p.m. 41 Oak St., Roswell. Dec. 1-Jan. 1. Tues.-Sat. noon-6 p.m. 770-645-2434.
CITY GALLERY AT CHASTAIN Convergence 11, an annual exhibition of artwork by faculty from the Bureau of Cultural Affairs and instructors at the art center. 135 W. Wieuca Road. Dec. 1-22. Tues.-Sat. 1-5 p.m. 404-257-1804.
CLAY ART SHOW AND SALE The show and sale features works in clay art and pottery. Tucker Recreation Center, 4898 LaVista Road, Tucker. Dec. 2. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 770-270-6226.
EYEDRUM Homing, painting and sculpture by Melissa Messina. Opening reception Dec. 2 from 9 p.m.-midnight. 253 Trinity Ave. Dec. 2-31. Fri. 9 p.m.-midnight, Wed.-Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-522-0655.
THE GALLERY London to Tokyo in the New Millennium, works by more than 20 British and Japanese artists. Presented by Young Masters Atlanta. Hastings Seed Building, 434 Marietta St. Dec. 1-3. Fri. 6-10 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m. 404-388-4199.
GALLERY SKLO Forces of Nature, new mixed-media paintings by Lee Kean and mixed-media works on metal by Robert Bubp examining nature themes. Opening reception Dec. 1 from 7-10 p.m. Tula Art Center, Suite E-2, 75 Bennett St. Dec. 1-Jan. 6. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-350-9763.
GALLERY V LTD. Reminiscenes, watercolors and prints by Carmen Jernigan. Woman’s Best Friend, Batiks by Pat Preston. 10 Elizabeth Way, Roswell. Dec. 1-31. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 770-992-4144.
GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE ART GALLERY Student & Faculty Holiday Art Show & Sale, a group exhibition featuring works in sculpture, photography, painting, pottery and more. Clarkston campus, Building F, 555 N. Indian Creek Drive. Dec. 4-7. Mon.-Tues. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed. 10 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. 404-299-4270.
HAMMONDS HOUSE GALLERIES Hammonds House for the Holidays, works by K. Joy Ballard-Peters and Charlotte Riley-Webb on display. Tour the 19th-century Victorian house decorated for the holidays and enjoy storytelling, food and music. 503 Peeples St. Dec. 3 and 10. 4-7 p.m. $3-$5. 404-752-8730.
HAMSA GALLERY New paintings by Jed Appelrouth. 3234 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. Dec. 3-24. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. 404-508-4263.
INTOWN ARTIST’S STUDIO The show and sale features still lifes by Kate Pendleton, landscape paintings by Georgia Nagle, pottery by Susie Duncan, ceramics by Chris Simoncelli and fine crafts by other artists. 1198 Zonolite Road. Dec. 1-3. Fri. 3-8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. 404-875-7175.
IRVINDALE STUDIO The holiday open house features paintings, sculptures, jewelry, photography and more. Opening reception Dec. 1 from 6-9 p.m. 2217 Irvindale Drive, Chamblee. Dec. 1-3. Sat.-Sun. noon-4 p.m. 770-457-0820.
KUBATANA GALLERY In the Spirit of Giving, an exhibition of African artworks. Opening reception and silent auction Dec. 1 from 7-9 p.m. Benefits CARE’s African HIV/AIDS programs. 1841 Peachtree Road. Dec. 1-Jan. 19. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-355-5764.
THE LOWE GALLERY New paintings, drawings, lithographs, bronze and ceramic sculpture by Alexandra Nechita, a 15-year-old called the “pint-sized Picasso. Opening reception Dec. 1 from 6-9 p.m. Tula Art Center, Space A-2, 75 Bennett St. Dec. 1-21. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-352-8114.
MIRTHFUL MUDMAKERS’ STUDIO TOUR AND SALE The show features works by six artists from the Euclid Arts Collective. Little Five Points Community Center, 1083 Austin Ave. Dec. 2-3. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-221-1530.
MUMBO JUMBO In the House, William Woolfolk’s works inspired by Zen. 89 Park Place. Dec. 1-31. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5:30-10:30 p.m., Sun. 5:30-10:30 p.m. 404-523-0330.
PAIDEIA SCHOOL Paideia Art Visions, a juried show featuring Ann Hyman’s metal sculptures, Jaime Howard’s watercolors, Henry Leonard’s Mocko Jumbie sculptures and other works. 1509 Ponce de Leon Ave. Dec. 2-3. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m. 404-687-8430.
POTTERY SHOW AND SALE The show and sale features Raku and Stoneware pottery by Jerry Maschindt. Opening reception Dec. 2 from 7:30 p.m.-midnight. 239 Walker St. Dec. 2-3. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-659-7820.
SOLOMON PROJECTS Objects that Flicker, artists’ videos for the home by Janet Biggs, Michael Dines, Elizabeth King, Paul Pfeiffer and Dan Walsh. 1037 Monroe Drive. Dec. 2-Jan. 13. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-875-7100.
SPRUILL CENTER FOR THE ARTS The Atlanta Print and Paper Fair features works in print, paper and book arts, including etchings, lithographs, woodcuts, handmade paper and more. 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road. Dec. 2-3. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. 770-394-3447.
STUDIO 106 The sixth annual holiday sale features artworks by Tina Cox, Lisa Oliver, Korey Gotoo and Mary Cote. Opening reception Dec. 1 from 7-11 p.m. 1083 Austin Ave. Dec. 2-3. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-5231.
STUDIO BIBA Medicine Objects, new soul works by Edie Morton and Von Nell. 290 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Dec. 2-Jan. 2. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-659-2440.
SWAN COACH HOUSE GALLERY Small Sketches: A Holiday Show, a group exhibition curated by Marianne B. Lambert and featuring works by Karen Beall, Carolyn Carr, Glenn Eden, James Herbert, Scott Ingram and others. Opening reception Nov. 30 from 6-8 p.m. 3130 Slaton Drive. Nov. 30-Jan. 13. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-266-2636.
THE TELEPHONE FACTORY LOFTS The studio tours and art sale features paintings, photographs, ceramics, sculpture and other works by more than 25 artists. 828 Ralph McGill Boulevard. Dec. 2. 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. 404-525-8328.
VININGS GALLERY Oil paintings by Thomas Arvid. 4686 S. Atlanta Road, Suite F, Smyrna. Dec. 1-2. Fri. 6-9 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 404-794-7762.
WESTSIDE URBAN MARKET The holiday show features art, furniture, accessories, collectibles and more in the open-air market. Westside Village Green, the corner of Huff and Howell Mill Roads. Dec. 1-3. Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon-4 p.m. $3 or unwrapped toy. 770-481-0280.
YOUNG BLOOD GALLERY Glass Works II, works by David Oliver, Michael Mariolis, Katy Malone and Amanda Bodie. Opening reception Dec. 2 from 7-11 p.m. 629 Glenwood Ave. Dec. 2-30. Sat.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-627-0393.
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.
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. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-432-9745.
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. 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.
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. Through Jan. 7. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. 770-435-5180.
ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY By Design, works by Arthur Douglas Thayer, visiting artist-in-residence. Gallery 100, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Through Dec. 1. Tues.-Wed. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-733-5200.
ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER James Herbert: Paintings, Films, Videos and Stills, a mixed media exhibition featuring Herbert’s new paintings, film stills and a series of films and videos. Travel Writing, works by Mark Cottle. An installation of music videos by various artists and mixed by Jeremy Helton. 535 Means St. Through Dec. 30. 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. Peachtree Center, 285 Peachtree Center Ave. Through Jan. 6. 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.
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.
BENDER FINE ART The Object as Art, a group exhibition featuring works by Bill Oates, Diego Rios, Anna Carll, Paul Hill and others. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 140. Through Jan. 6. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-842-1913.
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.
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.
CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS An Asian Mosaic, an exhibition of characters and stages that embody the ancient art form of puppetry, including Indian string and Indonesian rod puppets, Burmese marionettes, Vietnamese water puppets and more. 1404 Spring St. Through Jan. 6. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free with admission, $3-$5. 404-873-3391.
CITY GALLERY EAST The annual National Arts Program features works by municipal employees of the City of Atlanta and their families. City Hall East, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. Through Dec. 3. Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-817-6815.
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.
ELEVEN50 Sublimation, video projects by Teresa Bramlette, fascia, Shannon Nowlan and Peter Pachano. 1150-B Peacthree St. Through Dec. 30. Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m.-3 a.m., Sat. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. and by appointment. 404-874-0428.
EVENING GALLERY Paintings by Maire Lang using French dyes on silk fabric. 275 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Dec. 15. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-995-0530.
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.
FOUNTAINHEAD LOUNGE Fragments and Fractions, photography by IaJuanzo IaRunn Turner. 485 Flat Shoals Ave. Through Dec. 18. Mon.-Thurs. 8 p.m.-3 a.m., Fri. 7 p.m.-4 a.m., Sat. 7 p.m.-3 a.m. 404-522-7841.
GALERIE TIMOTHY TEW Paintings by Leslie Bell. New figurative and still life drawings by Haidee Becker. Paintings by Matthew Lopas. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 130. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-869-0511.
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. 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 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.
GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE ART GALLERY Clay: The Common Bond, works by Dora Strother, Christine Tholl and Pamela Kohler-Camp. Through Nov. 30. Phainomenon, photographs by Judith Pishnery exploring the link between light, statement, fact and perception. Through Dec. 2. Clarkston campus, 555 N. Indian Creek Drive. Mon.-Thurs. 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-299-4002.
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. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. 404-508-4263.
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. Through Dec. 30. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. 770-642-7380.
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART Building Our Collection: Recent Additions to the High, an exhibition featuring 64 newly acquired works, including Monet’s “Autumn on the Seine, Argenteuil, Joseph Stella’s “Purissima, Gottlieb’s “Masquerade and others. Through March 18. 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.-Thurs. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. $2-$10. 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.
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.
L&V FINE ART GALLERY Photography by Ron Moss. 134 Peachtree St. Ongoing. Mon.-Fri. 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat. 12:30-6:30 p.m. 404-231-8776.
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.
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.
MARIETTA/COBB MUSEUM OF ART Through My Eyes: The Travels of William Rayner, watercolors of exotic locales by Rayner. 30 Atlanta St., Marietta. Through Dec. 17. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. $3-$5. 770-528-1444.
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 resi