Arts Agenda May 23 2001

Comedy
SCANDAL Dad’s Garage presents the return of the improvised soap opera about a little revolving space station over L5P and its scandalous crew. 280 Elizabeth St., Suite C-101. Fridays through June 29. 10:30 p.m. $10. 404-523-2144.

THE LUCKY YATES TALK SHOW Dad’s Garage presents Lucky Yates’ funny talk show, featuring local celebrity guests. Includes musical performances by The Valets. Role a die to see how much you pay. 280 Elizabeth St., Suite C-101. Fridays. Midnight. Free-$5. 404-523-2144.

COMEDY RESPONSE UNIT The Red Chair Theatre presents the group to perform its brand of innovative improv. 662 11th St. Fri. and Sat. 10:30 p.m. $7-$10. 404-872-HAHA.

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, Steve Reynolds Boulevard exit; first Fri. at D&B’s in Marietta, Delk Road exit; and first Sat. at Manuel’s Tavern, 602 N. Highland. 8 p.m. $7-$10. 404-874-4050.

THE PUNCHLINE Comic hypnotist Flip Orley visits to spread his comic hypnosis routine. 290 Hilderbrand Drive. May 24-27. 404-252-LAFF.

WHOLE WORLD THEATRE Live improvisational comedy and the only improvisational comedy television show in the south. 1214 Spring St., Atlanta. Thurs. 8 p.m., Fri-Sat. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Thurs. $15 and Fri.-Sat. $19.50. 404-817-0880.

Music
ATLANTA JAZZ FESTIVAL The 24th annual festival continues this weekend in Piedmont Park with free concerts open to everyone featuring Medeski Martin & Wood, Arturo Sandoval and more. For more info visit www.atlantafestivals.com. May 26-28. 2-10 p.m. Free. 404-817-6851.

Spoken Word
CLITERATI The all-women spoken word night features an open mic and readings by hosts Erin O’Briant and Karen Garrabrant. Tower II, 735 Ralph McGill Boulevard. Second Thurs. of the month. 8 p.m. 404-624-3946.

COSMOPOLITAN SOUL Come listen to poetry or participate in our open mic session. The night also features live jazz by Rio Negro and the Liquid Soul Lounge with DJ FINESSE. The Crescent Room, 1136 Crescent Ave. Third Mon. of the month. 8 p.m. $5, ladies free before 10 p.m. 404-875-5252.

E.S.P. The Experimental Spoken Word Performance is hosted by Yohannes Sharriff, who provides an exploratory space for the local spoken-word movement. A-HOP, 840 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard. Every Wed. night. 404-752-6030.

INFINITE POSSIBILITIES OPEN MIC The spoken word and jazz experience takes place at The Royal Peacock, 186 Auburn Ave. Every Wed. 9 p.m. 404-668-5444.

INSPIRATIONAL TELLIN’ AYA Educational Institute presents the free event with African Diasporan storytelling, poetry and more. 1525 South Gordon St. Every Sun. 10:30 a.m.-noon. 404-294-8603.

PENROSE Presents open-mic and live music. 712 Ponce Place. Every third Sat. 10 p.m. $5-$7. 404-892-7352.

PLANET SLAM Watch wordsmiths get wicked as poets battle in a two-round poetry slam. All poets welcome. Call in advance to register. Judges picked from the audience. Moore Epics Poetry Planet, 227 Mitchell St. Every other Tues. 877-952-8108.

POETRY AT CALLANWOLDE Come and enjoy Atlanta’s longest running poetry series. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road. Second Wed. of each month. 8:15 p.m. $2-$3. 404-872-5338.

POETRY NIGHT A PATTI HUT CAFE Featuring African Wind and Spinxx & Angelique. 554 Piedmont Ave. Thursdays. 404-892-5133

SLAM CITY! Second-round poetry qualifying competitions for Atlanta Slam Team 2001 to represent us at the 2001 National Poetry Slam in Seattle. Come listen or take part. Paradigm Artspace, 1123 Spring St. First and third Sat. 8:30 p.m. $5 donation. 404-696-5775.

Theater: openings
ON THE VERGE A comedy about three Victorian women traveling through time featuring B-movies, Rock & Roll, junk food and wit. The Beam Theatre, 750 Glenwood Ave. Grant Park. May 25-June 17. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 7 p.m. $12-$15. 404-284-1151.

PREACHING TO THE PERVERTED Holly Hughes’ one-woman performance art show is a humorous yet serious tour through the dark sides of democracy. The third NEA-4 performance. 7 Stages, 1105 Euclid Ave. May 24-27. Thurs. 7:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 5 p.m. $10-$20. 404-523-7647.

Theater: continuing
16 ROUTINES Murray Mednick’s comedy about a comic whose shtick got shtuck. Show runs Wed.-Sat. PushPush Theater, 1123 Zonolite Road. Through June 16. 8 p.m. $10-$15. 404-892-7876.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE A gripping classic of the American theater by one of the south’s most famous writers. The New American Shakespeare Tavern. 499 Peachtree St. Fri.-Sat. 7:30; Sun. 6:30 p.m. Through June 3. $10-$24.50. 404-874-5299.

ART This comedy is the story of three friends and how their friendship changes when one buys a very expensive all-white painting. Starring Kenny Leon, Chris Kayser and Tom Key. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 & 7:30 p.m.; special dates & times, check box office for details. $16-$45. 404-733-4690.

BLOOD, SWEAT AND TOGAS Agatha’s--A Taste Of Mystery presents Nita Hardy’s satirial slap at the world of wrestling. Enjoy a five-course dinner with the show. 693 Peachtree Street. April 19-July 25. Tues.-Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 7 p.m. $42-$50. 404-875-1610.

GOD’S MAN IN TEXAS David Rambo’s comedic look at religion in the era of mass media, presented by the Alliance Theatre Company on The Hertz Stage at the Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtre Street. Through May 27. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. $21-$27. 404-733-4650.

HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES Farce of mishap and misunderstanding involves deception, love and complicated “affairs. Written by Alan Ayckbourn. Neighborhood Playhouse. 430 West Trinity Place. Decatur. Through June 24. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. $12-$16. 404-373-5311.

PERIPHERAL VISIONS A celebration of notorious women from myth and history presented by Theatre Gael. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th St. Through May 23. Mon.-Wed. 8 p.m. $10. 404-876-1138.

PHILADELPHIA, HERE I COME! Theatre Gael presents Tony award-winning drama set in a small, Irish village on the eve of a young man’s departure for America. 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th Street. Through May 27. 8 p.m. $12-$18. 404-876-9762.

SPACE! IT’S A BLAST! Jon Ludwig’s galactic journey of scientific facts and pure fantasy presented by the Center for Puppetry Arts. 1404 Spring Street. Mon-Fri. 10 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.; Sat. 10 a.m., noon & 2 p.m. Through June 9. $7-$8. 404-873-3391.

THE GOSPEL OF JOHN This one-person performance by Atlanta actor Brad Sherrill features the fourth Gospel in its entirety and is returning due to overwhelming response. Alley Stage, Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Ave. April 25-May 27. Tues.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 p.m. $15-$20. 770-422-8369.

THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP Two-man tag team comedy written by Charles Ludlam is part satire/part drag show. Packed with quick changes and virtuoso performances. Actor’s Express, 887 West Marietta St. Through June 30. $10-$25. 404-875-1606.

UNCLE GRAMPA’S HOO-DILLY STEW This children’s theatre comedy features regular company actors playing roles as leprechauns, swamis, tap dancing sailorettes and clowns. Dad’s Garage Theatre, 280 Elizabeth Street. April 28-June 2. Saturdays at noon. $5. 404-523-2144.

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN The adorable characters of Charles Schulz’s comic strip are brought to life in this musical adaptation. Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Ave. Marietta. Through June 17. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 & 7 p.m. $20-$30. 770-422-8369.

ZURICH PLAYS Dad’s Garage’s comedic take on the Dada art movement featuring cross dressing, puppets and 6-foot cigarettes. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. May 6 & 13 5 p.m. 280 Elizabeth St. through May 26. $12-$15. 404-523-2144.

Visual arts: openings
ANTHONY ARDAVIN GALLERY Witness is Sebastian Spreng’s one-man show. 6-9 p.m. 309 East Paces Road. Through June 25. 404-233-9686.

CITY GALLERY CHASTAIN Sin, Born Again: An Installation by Priscilla Troy is sponsored by the City of Atlanta’s Bureau of Cultural Affairs and includes work using textile, video and sculpture. Opening reception May 24, 6-8 p.m. 135 W. Wieuca Road, inside Chastain Park. Through July 14. 404-257-1804.

ECLECTIC ELECTRIC GALLERY Michael Caen: Illuminated Vessels is the artist’s second showing at the gallery. Opening reception on May 26, 6-9 p.m. 1393 N. Highland Ave. May 26-July 8. 404-875-2840.

GATE CALLED BEAUTIFUL Salon des Refusés, held during the Decatur Art Walk, features rejected works for the Decatur Visual Arts Exhibit including Dan Willis, Chad Stogner, Suzy Schultz, John Roeser, Janiece Meek, Terry Meek and Carmel Anderson. 424 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. May 25. 6-10 p.m. 404-378-5918.

STUDIOPLEX Life and Illusion features glass-blown artwork created by youth in Art at Work sponsored by the Fulton County Arts Council in collaboration with the Fulton County Juvenile Court. Opening reception May 25, 6-8 p.m. 659 Auburn Ave., Suite 253. May 25-31. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-224-3454.

VINSON GALLERY Paintings is a group exhibition celebrating the 2nd anniversary of the gallery including works by Ruth Franklin, Gary Goodman, Laura Spong and Mike Williams. Opening reception May 24, 6-9 p.m. 119 E. Court Square. May 24-June 30. Tues.-Thurs. 11-6 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11-10 p.m. 404-370-1720.

Visual arts: continuing
ABSTEIN GALLERY It’s a Pigment of the Imagination is the 29th annual summer exhibition. Tues.-Fri. 9-5 p.m.; Sat. 10-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Closed Mon. 558 14th St. Through Sept. 30. $5-$50. 404-872-8020.

ARTS EXCHANGE Surviving Childhood, paintings and text by Ann Marie Pelczynski and Faces of Womanhood, ceramic sculpture by Joan Macaluso are on display. Xchange Gallery, 750 Kalb St. Through May 31. 404-215-0467.

ARTS FOR ALL GALLERY Ernest G. Welch Photography, a collection of platinum an palladium prints of pastoral images, many from Welch’s backyard. Through May 25. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 404-221-1270.

ATLANTA ARTISTS CENTER GALLERY Gateway to Summer is a juried show of works in a variety of mediums by members. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 1-4 p.m. 2979 Grandview Ave., Buckhead. Through June 8. 770-951-9287.

ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN Fifteen sculptures by Zimbabwean stone sculptor Dominic Benhura featured in the Children’s Garden. 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. Through June. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. $4-$7. 404-876-5859.

ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER 2001 Atlanta Biennial: When the Wind Blows featuring works on paper, animation and mixed media based on notions of childhood. 535 Means St., Atlanta. Through June 2. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3, $1 students/seniors. 404-688-1970.

ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER Furniture of the American South: 1680-1830, The Colonial Williamsburg Collection displays examples of the period and styles. 130 W. Paces Ferry Road. Through Aug. 11 2002. 404-814-4000.

ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM The Arabs: An American Story, highlights the history and culture of the Arab American community in Atlanta. 285 Peachtree Center Ave. May 18-Aug. 24. 404-688-2467.

ATLANTA PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP GALLERY The Submission Show, a juried photography exhibit of several artists’ work. 660 9th St. Through June 8. Wed.-Sat. noon- 4 p.m. 404-877-1144.

BANK OF AMERICA PLAZA John Charles Gordon: Sky Fabric is an installation of the artist’s work, known for his site-specific sculptures exhibited throughout the U.S. West Lobby, 600 Peachtree Street. Through August 2. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-816-9777.

BARBARA ARCHER GALLERY Presents Robert Lindsay Walker, a premiere exhibition of the artist’s drawings. The Floataway Building, 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite. 27. Through June 30. 404-815-1545.

BENNETT STREET GALLERY Presents a group show of recent paintings from Amy Dixon, Sabre Esler, and Randy Moberg including landscape, still life and figurative. 22-F Bennett Street. Through May 25. 404-352-8775.

BEVERLY LIBBY GALLERY Recent works of Scott Upton & Yang. 75 Bennett St. through June 2. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. 404-351-1174.

CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER GALLERY In Casinos, Katherine Taylor focuses on the land of her youth, the Mississippi Gulf Coast. 980 Briarcliss Road. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 404-872-5338.

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS Masks: Outer Image, Inner Spirit, a special exhibition featuring ancient masks, art masks and sculpted prototypes from the Broadway production of The Lion King. 1404 Spring St. Through Jan. 5, 2002. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $4-$5. 404-873-3391.

EMORY’S WOODRUFF LIBRARY Lewis Carroll and the Arts: Items from the Collection of Charles Candler Lovett, on display in the library’s Special Collections Department. 540 Asbury Circle, Emory. April 24-June 8. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-727-7620.

GALERIE TIMOTHY TEW Image and Thought, paintings, sculptures, pastels and drawings by Isabelle Melchior will be on display. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through June 22. 404-869-0511.

GALLERY SKLO Oceana, a contemporary exhibition featuring the new paintings and drawings from Elyse Defoor, recalling Rothko’s work. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett Street. Through June 2. 404-522-1532.

HARTSFIELD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT The World of Paper is an exhibition on the global history of the art and industry of papermaking. T-Gates Display Cases, Main Terminal. Through Jan. 14, 2002. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 404-894-9592.

HIGH MUSEUM OF ART Emile Galle, works by the late 19th-century French glass artist Emile Galle. Through June 24.; The Lenore & Burton Gold Collection of 20th-Century Art, an exhibition featuring 45 paintings, sculptures, photographs and works on paper by artists, such as George Segal, Joan Miro, Sol LeWitt and others.; Degas & America: The Early Collectors, an exhibition examining the response to Edgar Degas’ art by American critics and collectors. 1280 Peachtree St. Through May 27. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-$15. 404-733-HIGH.

HIGH MUSEUM OF ART FOLK ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY New Treasures, Old Favorites: American Self-Taught Art from the High is a presentation of 35 works from recent acquisitions along with popular favorites from the folk art collection. Through April 13 2002.; Contrasts and Connections: Photographs from the High Museum of Art Collection with works from more than 35 photographers including Ansel Adams. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 133 Peachtree St., in the Georgia Pacific Center. Through May 5. 404-577-6940.

KIANG GALLERY Jade, new works of encaustic paintings by Robin Rose and Amy Landesberg’s works on paper Spots, Blossoms, Veneers. 1923 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. April 20-May 26. Tues.-Fri. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-351-5477.

KNOKE GALLERY Important Georgia Folk Artists is an exhibit of works by Howard Finster, Ned Carledge and Mattie Lou O’Kelley. Important American Artists is an exhibit of works by William Merritt Chase, Edward Potthast and J.G. Brown.5325 Roswell Road. Through July 10. Mon.-Fri. 10-6:30 p.m.; Sat. 10-5 p.m. 404-252-0485.

LAB601 Recent paintings of Se-Hoon Oh. 621 North Avenue, A-100. Through May 31. Sat. noon-4 p.m. 404-876-4601.

LANSDELL GALLERIES A special collection of people, places and faces by Elizabeth Moretz-Britt. 1482 Mecaslin St. Through June 10. Mon.-Fri. 9:30-6:30 p.m.; Sat. 10- 5:30 p.m. 404-876-4466.

LOWE GALLERY Exhibition of David Shapiro, Mark Perlman and Steve Seinberg. 75 Bennett Street, Space A-2. May 4-25. 404-352-8114.

MARCIA WOOD GALLERY A solo exhibition by Athens-based artist Mary Engel. Features works in clay and found objects to create animal forms that are engaging. 1831 B Peachtree Road, Atlanta. April 19-May 26. 404-351-3930.

MICHAEL C. CARLOS MUSEUM The Arts of South Asia and the Himalayas: Recent Acquisitions, first installation in the museum’s new gallery devoted to Asian art.; The Collector’s Eye: Masterpieces of Egyptian Art from the Thalassic Collection, Ltd., featuring more than 175 relics of pharaonic civilization collected by Theatodore Halkedis. 571 South Kilgo St., Atlanta. April 22-Jan. 6. Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Suggested $5 donation. 404-727-4282.

RAYMOND LAWRENCE GALLERY Patchworked Females, featuring the work of two Atlanta artists, Lisa Shinault and Mariana Depetris. TULA Arts Center, 75 Bennett St. Through June 23. 404-352-5058.

REI The Journey is a collection of photographs by Jason Sangster. 1800 NE Expressway. Through June 10. 404-633-6508.

ROBERT C. WILLIAMS AMERICAN MUSEUM OF PAPERMAKING FOREST PRESENCE: Environmental Works, a installation of large suspended handmade paper sheets, wall hangings and three-dimensional floor pieces by Marjorie Alexander. 500 Tenth St. Through June 22. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-894-6663.

SANDLER HUDSON GALLERY Recurrences and Incantations, Atlanta artist Lynn Marshall-Linnemeier’s exhibit of recent mixed-media works on paper and sculpture. 1831-A Peachtree Road. Apr. 20-May 26. 404-330-8480.

SCHATTEN GALLERY Science and Art: Shared Frontiers, paintings, photography, graphic arts, music, dance and more by Emory-based artists, scientists and scholars. Robert Woodruff Library, 540 Asbury Circle, Emory. Through May 31. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. noon- 8 p.m. 404-727-0644.

SOLOMON PROJECTS Dept. of Dysiatrics, an exhibition of objects by celebrated Georgia artist E.K. Huckaby. 1037 Monroe Drive. Apr. 20-June 2. 404-875-7100.

SUNTRUST PLAZA Print Treasures: Selections from the Brenau University Collection in the Lower Level Gallery. 303 Peachtree St., Atlanta. Through June 14. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-816-9777.

SWAN COACH HOUSE The Deconstruction of Americans: New Drawings by King Thackston, a collection of pencil on paper works address the issues surrounding the construction of large monuments. 3130 Slaton Drive. Through June 16. 404-266-2636.

THE ART PLACE Presenting oils, mixed media and sculpture by Georgia artists Helen Deramus, Denise Falk and Marsha McGarity. 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. through June 14. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-509-2700.

THE DESIGN COMPANY Contemporary art and sculpture by Atlanta artists. 800 Miami Circle, Suite 210. 404-846-0235.

THE LOCAL Solo exhibition of Edwin Jimenez’s photography. 760 Ponce de Leon Avenue. April 27-May 27. 404-888-9183.

THOMAS DEANS & COMPANY Featuring new paintings by local contemporary artist Cathryn Miles. Tula Art Center, Gallery K-2, 75 Bennett Street. Through June 2. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-352-3778.

TRINITY GALLERY Works by Lynn Davison & Chad Awalt. 315 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through June 30. 404-237-0370.

VESPERMANN GLASS GALLERY The Many Facets of Concetta Mason is a one-woman show of Concetta Mason’s glass works. 309 East Paces Ferry Road. through June 1. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-266-0102.

WILLIAM BREMAN JEWISH HERITAGE MUSEUM Where the Wild Things Are: Maurice Sendak in His Own Words and Pictures, a multi-media exhibition featuring photographs, original illustrations, text, music, letters and more. The Selig Center, 1440 Spring St. Through June 30. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. $3-$5. 404-873-1661.

YOUNG BLOOD GALLERY Display of works by graffiti artists. 629 Glenwood Ave. Through May 27. Tues.-Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-627-0393.??