Arts Agenda December 09 2000

Dance
AN EVENING OF DELIGHT The Spelman College Children’s Dance Theatre presents the holiday show, featuring pieces in ballet, modern, jazz, tap and African dance mixed with acting, singing and storytelling. Clark Atlanta University Student Center, 223 James P. Brawley Drive. Dec. 9. 7 p.m. $25 w/ dinner. 404-223-7597.
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.
THE GIFT Praise in Motion, a Christian dance company, presents the holiday dance classic about the birth of Jesus and his foretold return. Southern Polytechnic State University, 1100 S. Marietta Parkway, Marietta. Dec. 9-10. Sat. 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m. 770-381-5787.
THE NUTCRACKER The In-town Ballet presents excerpts from the holiday dance classic in a free performance. Northeast In-town YWCA, 957 Highland Ave. Dec. 9. 4 p.m. 404-733-6806.
Music
ANGELUS AD VIRGINEM The Atlanta Schola Cantorum, along with conductor Robert Poovey, perform the program of choral music for the Advent and Christmas season. Dec. 9-10. Sat. 8 p.m. at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 515 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., and Sun. 4 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 435 Peachtree St. $5-$10 donation. 404-262-2397.
ATLANTA CONCERT BAND The band teams with the Sax-Chamber Orchestra to perform free holiday concerts Dec. 9 at the Southside Theatre, 20 W. Campbellton St., Fairburn, and Dec. 10 at the Atlanta International School, 2890 N. Fulton Drive. Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m. 404-237-9711.
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 GAY MEN’S CHORUS The chorus performs its annual holiday concert featuring Handel’s Messiah, Beethoven’s Hallelujah and Britten’s Hymn to the Virgin. Cathedral of St. Philip on Peachtree Road in Buckhead. Dec. 8-9. 8 p.m. $15-$35. 404-320-1030.
ATLANTA SYMPHONY YOUTH ORCHESTRA Conductor Jere Flint leads the ASYO in a holiday program for children. 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.
CHRISTMAS WITH THE ASO The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and conductor William Fred Scott perform holiday favorites with the help of the ASO Chorus, Morehouse College Glee Club and Gwinnett Young Singers. Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 6-9. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 and 8 p.m. $19-$52. 404-733-5000.
DECATUR CIVIC CHORUS The chorus performs a free Christmas concert featuring Handel’s Messiah. First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave., Decatur. Dec. 10. 3 p.m. 770-388-9536.
THE HIGH’S FRIDAY JAZZ The event features music of the Andes by Vientos Del Pueblo, viewings of art exhibits, cocktails, poetry readings, sketchings, workshops and more. The High Museum of Art, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 8. 5-10 p.m. $10. 404-733-4575.
MIDORI Violinist Midori performs in concert with guest pianist Robert McDonald. Robert Ferst Center for the Arts, Georgia Tech, 349 Ferst Drive. Dec. 7. 8 p.m. $36-$42. 404-894-9600.
NEW GENERATION CONCERT The concert features music by cellist Wolfgang Laufer, pianist Elena Abend and cellist Daniel Laufer with the help of students from the Georgia Academy and Westminster Schools. William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum, 1440 Spring St. Dec. 10. 3 p.m. $25-$36. 404-870-7684.
ROSWELL UMC CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL CONCERT The concert features a 180-voice choir singing carols, traditional sacred and seasonal music, a candlelight recessional and more. Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Boulevard, Roswell. Dec. 8 and 10. Fri. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 5 and 7:30 p.m. 770-594-0512.
Theater: openings
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. Dec. 9-30. Tues.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 and 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-685-8861.
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. Dec. 6-30. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 3 and 8 p.m., Sun. 2 and 7 p.m. $10-$15. 404-685-8861.
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. Dec. 10-Jan. 2. Sun. 8:30 p.m., Mon.-Tues. 8 p.m. $12-$20. 404-584-7450.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Dec. 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.
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
ANTHONY ARDAVIN GALLERY Visionary, paintings by Lawrence Mathis and Ron Richard. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 6-9 p.m. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road. Dec. 8-31. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-233-9686.
ARTRAGEOUS WEEKEND The Buford Artist’s Colony presents a show and sale of paintings, sculpture, folk art, pottery and more at open houses of artists’ studios on Main St., Buford. Dec. 9-10. Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. 770-271-0188.
ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY The annual juried exhibition features artworks by students. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 6-8 p.m. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Dec. 7-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 INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM Two Perspectives in Form, basketry by Michael Davis and Leon Niehues. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 5-8 p.m. Peachtree Center, 285 Peachtree Center Ave. Dec. 8-March. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3. 404-688-2467.
BALLROOM STUDIOS Regression, new works by painter Nathan Jackson exploring loss and redemption. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 7-11 p.m. 107 Luckie St. Dec. 8-29. By appointment. 404-522-2709.
BARBARA ARCHER GALLERY Paintings by self-taught artist Toby Ivey. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 6-9 p.m. 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 27. Dec. 7-Jan. 29. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-815-1545.
CITY GALLERY EAST Boundaries, a group exhibition of photography and photo-based artwork by Jill Larson and the Hillside Photographers. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 7-9 p.m. City Hall East, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. Dec. 8-Jan. 7. Mon.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-817-7956.
FAY GOLD GALLERY Works on paper by Gail Foster, paintings by Tony Hernandez and works in glass by Philip Baldwin and Monica Guggisberg. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 6-9 p.m. 764 Miami Circle. Dec. 7-Jan. 3. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-233-3843.
FINE ART AUCTION The auction features original oils, watercolors, lithographs, serigraphs and other artworks. Benefits The Corinth Center and The Christian Council of Metropolitan Atlanta. Grace United Methodist Church, 458 Ponce de Leon Ave. Dec. 9. 7:30 p.m. $15-$17. 404-504-7011.
FIRST THURSDAYS ART WALK Downtown galleries host free open houses for visitors to view artworks. Participating galleries include Eyedrum, Ballroom Studios, Arts for All Gallery, The High Museum of Art Folk Art & Photography Galleries and others. Dec. 7. 5-8 p.m. 404-577-0330.
GALLERY DORITA Candelabras & Menorahs, a group show by 25 artists featuring holiday works in bronze, clay and glass. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 6-9 p.m. 3224 Peachtree Road. Dec. 7-Jan. 13. Tues.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-869-0041.
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. 10. 4-7 p.m. $3-$5. 404-752-8730.
J. REID GALLERY Sculpture in the Streets, folk art by Charlie Dingler and works in glass by Rozelle Morton-Bush. 75 Main St., Buford. Dec. 9-10. Noon-5 p.m. 770-271-0008.
J. TRIBBLE ANTIQUES Budapest, photographs by Craig Bromley. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 6-9 p.m. 764 Miami Circle, Suite 122. Dec. 7-Jan. 27. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-846-1156.
MARCIA WOOD GALLERY Ex Libris, paintings, artists’ books, treasure boxes and other works by Richard Sudden. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 7-9 p.m. 1831B Peachtree Road. Dec. 8-Jan. 13. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-3930.
SANDLER HUDSON GALLERY A one-man exhibition featuring works by painter/filmmaker James Herbert. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 7-9 p.m. 1831-A Peachtree Road. Dec. 8-Jan. 13. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-350-8480.
SENSUA GALLERY Alchemy House and Universalculture presents holographic installations, wood and stone carvings, a silent auction, performance art, fashion, film and live music. 660 Irwin St. Dec. 9. 5-11:30 p.m. 404-584-0237.
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. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 5-9 p.m. 119 E. Court Square, Decatur. Dec. 7-30. 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.
SOLOMON PROJECTS Objects that Flicker, artists’ videos for the home by Janet Biggs, Michael Dines, David Humphrey, Matthew McCaslin and John Daniel Walsh. Opening reception Dec. 7 from 6-8 p.m. 1037 Monroe Drive. Dec. 7-Jan. 13. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-875-7100.
SUNTRUST PLAZA Sculpture by University of Georgia faculty and staff. 303 Peachtree St. Dec. 8-March 8. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-816-9777.
VAKNIN SCHWARTZ The Caversham Prints and Tubman Drawings, prints and drawings by Kojo Griffin. Opening reception Dec. 8 from 7-10 p.m. 1831 Peachtree Road. Dec. 8-Jan. 13. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-351-0035.
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.
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.
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 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. An installation of music videos by various artists and mixed by Jeremy Helton. 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. Peachtree Center, 285 Peachtree Center Ave. Through Jan. 6. 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.
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.
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 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.
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. 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 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 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.
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 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.
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. Through Dec. 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 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. 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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
STUDIO BIBA Medicine Objects, new soul works by Edie Morton and Von Nell. 290 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive. Through 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. 3130 Slaton Drive. Through Jan. 13. 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.
TRINITY GALLERY The Contemporary Southwest, a group exhibition featuring works by Pascal, Randall LaGro, Gretchen Wachs, Alexandra Eldridge, Richard Shrewsbury and Agnese Udinotti. 315 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Dec. 31. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-237-0370.
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.
VESPERMANN GLASS GALLERY A Dazzling Christmas, sculpture, ornaments and other works capturing the holiday spirit. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Dec. 31. Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-266