Arts Agenda December 16 2000

Dance
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., Dec. 24 at 2 p.m. only. $20-$50. 404-817-8700.
CHRISTMAS WITH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN The Dance Troupe and director Coby Grossbart Richardson present two performances of the seasonal ballet. Berkmar High School, 405 Pleasant Hill Road. Dec. 14-15. 7:30 p.m. $10. 404-633-2144.
FIELDWORK SHOWCASE Several Dancers Core and the Emory Dance Program present the fall showcase featuring works-in-progress by local artists. Performing Arts Studio, N. Decatur Road, Emory. Dec. 13. 7 p.m. $5. 404-373-4154.
GEORGIA BALLET’S NUTCRACKER The Georgia Ballet performs its 25th anniversary production of the holiday favorite, featuring 25 professional dancers and a supporting cast from The Georgia School of Ballet. Anderson Theatre, Cobb Civic Center, 548 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Dec. 15-17. Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 and 8 p.m., Sun. 3 and 7:30 p.m. $18-$24. 770-425-0258.
THE NUTCRACKER The Rotaru International Children’s Ballet performs the ballet classic with the help of The Atlanta Young Singers of Callanwolde and a full orchestra under the direction of George Del Gobbo. The Rialto Center for the Performing Arts, 80 Forsyth St. Dec. 15-17. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 3 p.m. $25-$35. 404-651-4727.
Music
ATLANTA SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA Conductor Jere Flint leads the ASYO in a holiday program. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 10 and 16. 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. $13-$15. 404-733-5000.
CELTIC CHRISTMAS CONCERT The holiday concert features Welsh music by harpist Kelly Stewart, Irish music by the Buddy O’Reilly Band, Celtic melodies by Luna and Nonesuch, a holiday medley by the Youth Chorale of the Young Singers and a mime piece by Gateway Performance Players. Glenn Memorial Auditorium, 1652 N. Decatur Road, Emory. Dec. 13 and 14. 8:15 p.m. $15-$17. 404-727-5050.
CHORAL GUILD OF ATLANTA The guild and members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra perform a holiday concert, featuring Vivaldi’s Gloria in D, Bach’s Christmas Oratorio and a sing-along of popular hymns and carols. Olgethorpe Presbyterian Church, 3016 Lanier Drive. Dec. 16. 4 p.m. $12-$15. 404-223-6362.
EMORY HOLIDAY CONCERT The Emory Chamber Music Society of Atlanta presents the concert featuring Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, traditional holiday songs and carols, a sing-along and more. Michael C. Carlos Museum, 571 S. Kilgo St. Dec. 16. 11 a.m. $4. 404-727-5050.
GEORGIA REGIONAL GIRLS CHOIR The choir presents its third annual holiday concert with medieval and popular holiday pieces. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Dec. 13. 7:30 p.m. $7.50-$10. 770-641-8999.
MESSIAH The First Church Chancel Choir and Chamber Orchestra performs Handel’s classic. First Congregational Church, 105 Courtland. Dec. 17. 7 p.m. 404-659-6255.
MESSIAH Conductor Norman Mackenzie leads the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and the ASO Chorus in performances of Handel’s holiday work. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 15-16. 8 p.m. $19-$52. 404-733-5000.
MESSIAH SING-ALONG Conductor Norman Mackenzie invites the audience to sing the choral parts of Handel’s piece with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Chamber Chorus. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 17. 3 p.m. $20. 404-733-5000.
ORCHESTRA ATLANTA The orchestra and conductor Philip Rice team with Choral Arts of Chattanooga to perform a holiday concert featuring Handel’s Messiah, Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite and Mozart’s Toy Symphony. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Dec. 16. 2 and 8 p.m. $15-$35. 770-992-2559.
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA The group performs the holiday musical production, Christmas Eve & Other Stories, which combines the styles of rock opera and Broadway musicals. The Tabernacle, 152 Luckie St. Dec. 23. 8 p.m. $34.50-$39.50. 404-249-6400.
Theater: openings
A CHRISTMAS CAROL The New London Theatre presents Romulus Linney’s adaptation of the Christmas classic. South Gwinnett High School, 2288 E Main St., Snellville. Dec. 15-17. Fri.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 2:30 p.m. $5-$6. 770-985-8110.
CHICK & BOOZY’S FUN TIME HOLIDAY SPECIAL Dad’s Garage Theatre Co. presents the variety show that asks the question: What would the holidays be without fireside chats, presents under the tree and scantily clad dancing girls? 280 Elizabeth St. Dec. 15-23. Mon. and Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $15. 404-523-2144.
THE GORGEOUS LADIES OF COMEDY The ladies of Atlanta improv perform a show that proves sisterhood is beautiful, powerful and, most of all, funny. Join the women of The Comedy Response Unit, Dad’s Garage and Laughing Matters for a night of improv. Manual’s Tavern, 602 N. Highland. Dec. 17. 2 p.m. $5. 404-874-4050 ext. 1.
HERSHEL AND THE HANUKKAH GOBLINS Jewish Theatre of the South presents a musical adaptation of Eric Kimmel’s Chanukah family classic about a group of goblins who stole the holiday from the local village. Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta’s Zaban-Blank Building, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. Dec. 14-24. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. $8-$12. 770-368-7469.
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, MR. BAILEY Arts In Action presents Abe Clark’s adapted holiday musical. Free admission. World Harvest Church, 320 Hardscrabble Road. Dec. 13-17. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 and 8 p.m., Sun. 6 p.m. 770-643-9223.
THE JOURNEY A modern-day Wizard of Oz, Gabrielle Johnson’s play is a tale of purpose and destiny as characters try to reach their destination. 7Stages Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. Dec. 14-17. Thurs.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 3 and 8 p.m. $21.50. 404-523-7647.
THE STAR First Metropolitan Community Church presents the Christmas musical about the true meaning of the holidays in modern times. 1379 Tullie Road. Dec. 15-17. 7:30 p.m. 404-325-4143.
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.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Newnan Community Theatre Co. presents its 20th anniversary production of the Christmas classic. 24 1st Ave., Newnan. Through Dec. 16. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 2:30 p.m. $6-$8. 770-251-NCTC.
AGNES OF GOD Atlanta Classical Theatre presents the drama about three different women affected by the tragic death of an infant in a convent. Runs in repertory with Christopher Durang Explains It All. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Through Dec. 30. Tues.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 and 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-685-8861.
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.
BAH HOMO Funny...That Way! Theatre Co. presents Deb Flanagan Calabria’s Christmas play loosely based on A Christmas Carol. The play centers on Onmyneezsir Screwed, the town miser and homophobe. Studio B, 731 Highland Ave. Through Dec. 16. 8 p.m. $10-$15. 404-893-3344.
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.
CHRISTOPHER DURANG EXPLAINS IT ALL Atlanta Classical Theatre presents the collection of Christopher Durang’s short plays, featuring different selections at each show. Runs in repertory with Agnes of God. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Through Dec. 30. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 and 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-685-8861.
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. Through 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. and Dec. 19-20 at 5 and 9 p.m. $26.75-$60. 800-678-5440.
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.
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. Through Dec. 23 and 25-31. Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-892-7876.
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.
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Class Act Theatre presents Mary Binaco’s adaptation of the holiday classic. 6 Powder Spring St., Marietta. Through Dec. 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. Through Dec. 23. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $18-$20. 404-733-5000.
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.
THE SANTALAND DIARIES Horizon Theatre Co. presents David Sedaris’ wicked true-life account of his stint as a Macy’s Department Store elf. 1083 Austin Ave. Through Jan. 2. Sun. 8:30 p.m., Mon.-Tues. 8 p.m. $12-$20. 404-584-7450.
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
BENDER FINE ART Trozos De Mi Alma, multicultural paintings by Anthony Ardavin. Opening reception Dec. 15 from 6-9:30 p.m. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 140. Dec. 15-Jan. 16. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-842-1913.
HIGH MUSEUM OF ART Emile Galle, works by the late 19th-century French glass artist Emile Galle. 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 16-June 24. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. $2-$6. 404-733-HIGH.
INDIVIDUAL VISUAL ARTISTS’ COALITION The coalition hosts its holiday member meeting with refreshments and studio tours. Open to everyone. Art Farm, 835 Wylie St. Dec. 19. 7-9 p.m. 404-577-8158.
STUDIO BIBA The Lovely Locks Show, works by Lisa Shinault. Opening reception Dec. 16 from 7-10 p.m. 290 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Dec. 16- Jan. 16. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-659-2440.
W.T. ADAMS & CO., REALTORS Birdhouse sculptures by Duane Georges. 458 Cherokee Ave. Dec. 16. 7-9 p.m. 404-688-1222.
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 The Fulton County Arts Council group exhibition features works by visual arts instructors. Through Feb. 4. The holiday gift show and sale includes paintings, pottery, sculpture and more works by students and instructors. Through Dec. 23. 254 Johnson Ferry Road, Sandy Springs. 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.
ALIYA GALLERY New paintings by James Randall Chumbley and Gwen Wong. 1402 N. Highland Ave. Through Dec. 24. Tues.-Thurs. 2-9 p.m., Fri. 4-10 p.m., Sat. noon-10 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m. 404-892-2835.
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.
ANTHONY ARDAVIN GALLERY Visionary, paintings by Lawrence Mathis and Ron Richard. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-233-9686.
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. 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 ARTISTS CENTER GALLERY Finishing Touches, a juried show of members’ works. 2979 Grandview Ave., Buckhead. Through Jan. 13. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 1-4 p.m. 404-237-2324.
ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY The annual juried exhibition features artworks by students. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Through Jan. 7. 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 An installation of music videos by various artists and mixed by Jeremy Helton. 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. 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. Through Jan. 6. Two Perspectives in Form, basketry by Michael Davis and Leon Niehues. Through March. Peachtree Center, 285 Peachtree Center Ave. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3. 404-688-2467.
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. 660 9th St. Through Feb. 3. Wed.-Fri. noon-4 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-877-1144.
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 Regression, new works by painter Nathan Jackson exploring loss and redemption. 107 Luckie St. Through Dec. 29. 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 Paintings by self-taught artist Toby Ivey. 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 27. Through Jan. 29. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-815-1545.
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.
BENNETT STREET GALLERY Two Person Show, spiritually inspired paintings by Linda James and landscape paintings by Stefanie Lieberman. 22-F Bennett St. Through Dec. 22. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-352-8775.
BEVERLY LIBBY GALLERY Voices, contemporary African-American art by Stephen Davis, LaTrelle DuBose, Marva Feurtado, Angela Grant, Gregory Hubbard, Charly Palmer and Antonious Roberts. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett St., Suite M-2. Through Jan. 10. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-1174.
CERULEAN FINE ART GALLERY It’s All About People, works by the Roswell Fine Arts Alliance. 41 Oak St., Roswell. Through 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. Through Dec. 22. Tues.-Sat. 1-5 p.m.. 404-257-1804.
CITY GALLERY EAST Boundaries, a group exhibition of photography and photo-based artwork by Jill Larson and the Hillside Photographers. City Hall East, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. Through Jan. 7. Mon.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-817-7956.
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.
ELEVEN50 Sublimation, video projects by Teresa Bramlette, fascia, Shannon Nowlan and Peter Pachano. 1150-B Peachtree 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.
EYEDRUM Homing, painting and sculpture by Melissa Messina. 253 Trinity Ave. Through Dec. 31. Fri. 9 p.m.-midnight, Wed.-Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-522-0655.
FAY GOLD GALLERY Works on paper by Gail Foster, paintings by Tony Hernandez and works in glass by Philip Baldwin and Monica Guggisberg. 764 Miami Circle. Through Jan. 3. 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 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 DORITA Candelabras & Menorahs, a group show by 25 artists featuring holiday works in bronze, clay and glass. 3224 Peachtree Road. Through Jan. 13. Tues.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-869-0041.
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 SKLO Forces of Nature, new mixed-media paintings by Lee Kean and mixed-media works on metal by Robert Bubp examining nature themes. Tula Art Center, Suite E-2, 75 Bennett St. Through 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. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 770-992-4144.
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. Through Dec. 31. New paintings by Jed Appelrouth. Through Dec. 24. 3234 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. 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. 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.
J. TRIBBLE ANTIQUES Budapest, photographs by Craig Bromley. 764 Miami Circle, Suite 122. Through Jan. 27. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-846-1156.
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.
KUBATANA GALLERY In the Spirit of Giving, an exhibition of African artworks. Benefits CARE’s African HIV/AIDS programs. 1841 Peachtree Road. Through Jan. 19. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-355-5764.
L&V’S FINE ART GALLERY Artistic female portraits and 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 holiday show features works by various artists. 3235 Paces Ferry Place. Through Dec. 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 New paintings, drawings, lithographs, bronze and ceramic sculpture by Alexandra Nechita, a 15-year-old called the “pint-sized Picasso. Tula Art Center, Space A-2, 75 Bennett St. Through Dec. 21. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-352-8114.
MACON & CO. FINE ART The Gallery Collection, a group exhibition featuring paintings, sculpture and art furniture. 1198 Howell Mill Road. Through Feb. 10. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-603-9122.
MARCIA WOOD GALLERY Ex Libris, paintings, artists’ books, treasure boxes and other works by Richard Sudden. 1831B Peachtree Road. Through Jan. 13. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-3930.
MATRE GALLERY Small Wonders, a group exhibition of small works by Susan Grossman, Jimmy Hilburn, Michael Magill, John Marino, Steve Penley, Andy Piedilato, Kate Sanel, Suzy Scarborough, Jeff Scott and Lu Steed. TULA Art Center, 75 Bennett St., Space G2. Through Dec. 31. 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 A group show featuring works by Anne Grgich and Terry Turrell. 1393 N. Highland Ave. Through Dec. 31. 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.
RICHARD GASKINS PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY Unconscious Awareness, a mixed-media installation by Melina Talbott featuring photography, acrylic and paint amplified with sound and video to further the experiences of fear in dream imagery. 1185 Virginia Ave. Through Jan 20. Wed.- Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 404-892-7966.
RIGHT BRAIN GALLERY New paintings by Georgia Nagle exploring the effects of light on objects. Mixed-media paintings on wood by Laura Fons. 664 N. Highland Ave. Through Jan. 6. Tues.-Fri. noon-6 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-872-2696.
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.
SANDLER HUDSON GALLERY A one-man exhibition featuring works by painter/filmmaker James Herbert. 1831-A Peachtree Road. Through Jan. 13. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-350-8480.
SHAWN VINSON GALLERY The second annual holiday art show features paintings, drawings, prints and photography by Lynne Burgess, Sergey Cherepakhin, Ruth Franklin, Chris Pig and other gallery artists. 119 E. Court Square, Decatur. Through Dec. 30. 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.
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