Arts agenda April 25 2001

Comedy
BRINGING DOWN THE HOUSE Comedy Review featuring BET Comic View and HBO Def Comedy Jam comedians Gerald Kelly & Rob Stapleton, along with V-103’s own Griff, Big Hank from Atlanta, and, your host for the evening, Paul West. The Atrium, 5479 Memorial Drive. April 27. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. $25 in advance; $30 at the door. 404-281-2525.

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 dice to see how much you pay. 280 Elizabeth St., Suite C-101. Fridays. Midnight. $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.

O’BRIEN & VALDEZ O’Brien who is Irish and Valdez, who is blind, bring their comedy odd couple to The Punchline. 290 Hildebrand Drive. Apr. 25-26. 8:30 p.m.; 27-28 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.; 29 8 p.m. April 25-29. $10-$14. 404-252-0394.

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.

Dance
CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER The Callanwolde Dance Ensemble will present their spring dance concert, Montage 2001, a presentation of ballet and modern dance, at Druid Hills High School. April 27-28. Fri. 27, 7:30 p.m.; Sat. 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. $6. 404-872-5338

FERST CENTER FOR THE ARTS Legendary choreographer Donald Byrd’s “In a Different Light: Duke Ellington is is an investigation into Ellington’s influence on jazz and dance. Georgia Tech, 349 Ferst Drive. April 28. 8 p.m. $48. 404-894-9600

TOTAL DANCE A showcase performance with Terrie Ajile Axam, Oginga Love and Total Dance Company will be featured at the grand opening of their new location at the West Ridge Shopping Center, 3024-A MLK, Jr. Drive. April 29. 6 p.m. 404-472-0086

Music
2001: A BEETHOVEN ODYSSEY Pianist Francisco Silva will perform the complete cycle of Beethoven’s 32 piano sonatas in eight concerts. Rich Auditorium, Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. April 22 and May 6. 3 p.m. $15-$29. 678-560-9193.

GIANTS OF THE MUSIC WORLD The Fine Arts Quartet will perform Beethoven’s Quartet Opus 18 no.6 and Shostakovitch Quartet no.3, written in memory of WWII. William Bremen Jewish Heritage Museum. 1440 Spring Street. April 29. 3 p.m. 404-873-1661

A FESTIVAL OF AFRICAN AND CARIBBEAN MUSIC Featuring performances by the Georgia State University Percussion Ensemble, Dance Diaspora, Alafia,Las Diaspora Folklorica, and Fa Nyere Fa African Dance and Drum Collective. Performance at the Rialto Center for the Performing Arts. April 30. Free. 404-651-1317.

ATLANTA FEMINIST WOMEN’S CHORUS The Spring concert, Zrazy for You, will also feature Irish jazz duo, Zrazy, along with eclectic selections of musical vocals. Atlanta Unity Church, 4146 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Chamblee. April 28. 8 p.m. $13-$20. 770-270-1781

ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Selections by Haydn, Mozart and Bartok will be conducted by Alan Gilbert with Ilya Gringolts on violin. 1293 Peachtree Street. April 26-28. 8 p.m. $13-$52. 404-733-5000

CHORAL GUILD OF ATLANTA Selections from several of the world’s favorite operas including Carmen, Porgy and Bess, HMS Pinafor, etc. Peachtree Road Methodist Church, 3180 Peachtree Road. April 29. 5 p.m. $12-$15. 404-223-6362

EMORY UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA AND CHORUS Corey Cerovsek, one o the most sought after young violinists will be featured along with the orchestra and chorus. Glenn Memorial Auditorium, 1652 N. Decatur Road, Emory. April 25. 8:15 p.m. 404-727-5050

GSU SCHOOL OF MUSIC Georgia State School of Music will perform a wind ensemble of selected pieces assisted by special guests The Army Ground Forces Band. Rialto Center. April 27. 7:30 p.m. 404-651-1326

Spoken Word
CHARIS BOOKS & MORE High school writers from all over Atlanta speak out! Young people offer poetry, short stories and their powerful thoughts in a reading open to the public. 1189 Euclid Ave. April 27. 404-524-6663

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.

MAAT The open mic night features culturally, socially and poltically conscious poets, singers and musicians. Mutana’s Health Cafe, 1388 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard. Every Mon. 7 p.m. 404-753-5252.

MELODIC MONDAYS Crowe’s Nest Megaplex presents an evening of neo-classic soul and acid jazz, as well as smooth poetry and urban melodies by local poets and vocalists. Hosted by Em ‘Dee and Eddie Oliver. 5495 Old National Highway, College Park. Every Mon. 7-11 p.m. $8. 404-767-0123.

P.D. JAMES DEATH IN HOLY ORDERS 14th Street Playhouse, Stage 2. Tickets available at the Woodruff Arts Center Box May 1. 7:30 PM. $10.

PENROSE OPEN MIC Penrose presents an open mic and live music. Bring your poetry, voice and hand instrument for an eclectic, interactive experience. Penrose Interiors, 712 Ponce Place. Every first & 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 554 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. Thursdays. 404-892-5133.

POETRY NIGHT AT THE ORIGINAL JAMAICAN PATTIE STOP Join host Anna for open mic and poetry, plus live music and weekly drawings. Two item purchase suggested. 166 Trinity Ave. Thursday nights. 8-11 p.m. $5. 404-525-8921.

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
$CASINOAMERICA$ Dramatic performance examines a culture glorifying greed & instant gratification. Written & performed by New Orleans artist, Jose Torres Tama, the 12 movement monologue explores gambling’s many manisfestations. Paul Robeson Performance Center, 750 Kalb Street, SE. April 27-78. 8 p.m. $15-adults, $10-students/seniors. 404-577-1079

DOC HOLLYWOOD THE MUSICAL Neil Shulman, the real Doc Hollywood, presents the Atlanta launch of a Broadway musical based on the novel and movie of same name. Variety Playhouse, 1099 Euclid Avenue. April 30. 8 p.m. $15-$50. 404-524-7354

REPUBLICAN MURDER MYSTERY This one-night event treads the choppy politcal waters by staging a murder mystery for the Republican Party. Newnan Community Theatre Company, Newnan. April 28. 770-251-0571

THE BELLE OF AMHERST A one-woman show based on the life of one of America’s premier poets, Emily Dickiinson. One night only at the Zaban Park, 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody. April 27. 10 a.m. $5-$10. 770-396-3250

THE WIZ “Ease on down the road with the Clark Atlanta University Players when they present this Tony Award-winning Broadway musical. Davage Auditorium, Clark Atlanta University, James P. Brawley Drive. Apr. 26-28. 8 p.m. $1-$3. 404-880-8297

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

Theater: continuing
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Shakespeare’s comedic classic presented by The Center for Puppetry Arts. 1404 Spring St., Atlanta. April 23-May 6., Mon.-Wed. 11 a.m., Thurs.-Fri. 11 a.m. and 8 p.m., Sat. 8 p.m. and Sun. 5 p.m. $14-$16. 404-873-3089.

AN EVENING WITH MAMA Kathryn Viau’s southern comedy presented by Onstage Atlanta at the 14th Street Playhouse, 173 14th Street. Through May 13. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 5 p.m. $16-$18. 401-897-1802.

BLACK BATTLES WITH DOGS French Playwright Bernard-Marie Koltes’ exploration of racism presented by 7 Stages. 1105 Euclid Ave., Atlanta. Through May 6. Wed.-Thurs. 7:30 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. and Sun. 5 p.m. $15-$20, discount for seniors. 404-523-7647.

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 St., Atlanta. April 19-July 25. Tues.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $42-$50. 404-875-1610.

ETIQUETTE FOR A MURDER Interative, murder mystery dinner theatre presented by Murder Mystery Players at the Marietta Dave & Buster’s. Audience members win prizes and guess who did what to whom. 2215 D&B Drive, Marietta. Through April 28. Sat. 8 p.m. $32.95 (includes dinner). 770-951-5554.

FUNNY MONEY Ray Cooney’s story of a mild-mannered CPA who accidently picks up a briefcase full of money, presented by Kudzu Playhouse. Roswell Town Center, 608 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. April 20-June 2. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. and May 13 at 4 p.m. $12-$18. 770-594-1020.

GALILEO The New American Shakespeare Tavern presents Bertolt Brecht’s tale of the genius who strived to unlock the secrets of the universe. 499 Peachtree St. Through April 29. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 6:30 p.m. $19.50-$24.50. 404-874-5299.

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. Peachtre St., Atlanta. Through May 27. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. $21-$27. 404-733-4650.

LE MARIAGE FORCE The Forced Marriage, Moliere’s comic story of an aging bachelor who plans on taking a young bride. Presented by Atlanta’s French-language theatre company Theatre du Reve at 7Stages Back Stage Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. April 20-May 6. 8 p.m. $8-$14. 404-523-7647.

NIGHT OF THE LIVING CUBE STACKERS: A FESTIVAL OF ONE-ACTS Presented by The Square Globe Theatre and includes: A Duet of Bear and Dog by Sybil Rosen; Words, Words, Words by David Ives; Fifteen Minute Hamlet by Tom Stoppard; and works by Jason Katims and William Seebring. April 19-May 19. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. $15 adutls, $12 students/seniors. 770-425-0640.

SPINNING INTO BUTTER Regional premiere of Rebecca Gilman’s story of prejudice at a small, Vermont college. Presented by the Alliance Theatre Company at the Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. Through April 29. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. $10-$45. 404-733-4690.

THREE DAYS OF RAIN Atlanta premiere of Richard Greenberg’s story of a mysterious will and enigmatic, hidden journal that leads a famous architect’s adult children to find out the truth of their father’s life. Presented by Horizon Theatre Company, 1083 Austin Ave., Atlanta. Through May 13. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m, Sat. 8:30 p.m. and Sun. 5 p.m. $16-$25. 404-584-7450.

VERANDA II: THE SECOND COMING Peachtree Playhouse presents John Gibson’s and Anthony Morris’ comedy about a Buckhead matriarch and socialite competing for “Christian of the Year. 878 Peachtree St. Through April 29. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 7 p.m. $20. 404-875-1193.

Visual arts: openings
{DRED}LOCKS-ANOTHER PERSPECTIVE A photography exhibit of dreadlocks will also have live music, a film about natural hair, a panel discussion and gourmet vegetarian cuisine. Admission benefits The Creators Gift 137. A-HOP, 840 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd., West End. April 29. 3 p.m. $12-$15. 770-210-2065

ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER Gallery tour led by Biennial artists. Free to members and students. Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center, 535 Means Street. April 26. 7 p.m. $1 general admission.

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.

GSU SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN GALLERIES Speaking with String is a woven journal of memories told through yarn, pattern and dyes on handwoven textiles. 10 Peachtree Center Ave. April 30-May 4. 5 p.m. $12-$15. 404-651-0489

KIANG GALLERY Jade, new works of encaustic paintings by Robin Rose and Amy Landesberg’s works on paper Spots, Blossoms, Veneers. Opening reception April 20 from 7-9 p.m. 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.

MICHAEL C. CARLOS MUSEUM 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.

SLAM STUDIO GALLERY The Tramont Figure, 2D and 3D works by Melinda Crider, Wendy James and Sandra Milton. Opening reception April 28 from 6-9 p.m. 065 Canton St., Roswell. April 27-May 18. 770-587-0978.

THE LOCAL Solo exhibition of Edwin Jimenez’s photography. Opening reception Apr. 27. 7-10 p.m. 760 Ponce de Leon Avenue. April 27-May 27. 404-888-9183

THE RADICAL CAFE Figurative Variations, works in photography, ceramics and paintings by Rose M. Barron. 1530 Dekalb Ave., Atlanta. April 20-May 15. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 404-65-6595.

THE XCHANGE GALLERY Love Letters: Recent Works in Pastel artist I. Logan Kearse, II, will discuss the development of his new works and plans for the future. 750 Kalb St. Xchange Gallery, The, 750 Kalb Street, SE. April 28. 4-8 p.m. 404-624-4211

VINSON GALLERY Prints, a group exhibition of Catalan, Dutch and English artists with works in prints, etchings, serigraphs, and hand-colored lithographs. Wine and cheese reception is April 26 from 5-9 p.m. 119 East Court Square, Decatur. April 19-May 19. Tues.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 11-10 a.m. 404-370-1720.

Visual arts: continuing
FIRST THURSDAY Monthly downtown art gallery open house held at various venues throughout Atlanta. Complimentary shuttle between galleries is provided. 1st Thursday. 7-10 p.m. $25. 404-577-0330.

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 St., Atlanta. Through June 9. Mon-Fri. 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., Sat. 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. $7-$8. 404-873-3391.

ALIYA GALLERY Concerning the Figure: A Survey of Figuration in Contemporary Art, featuring works by 13 artists. 1402 North Highland Ave., Atlanta. April 21-May 11. 404-892-2835.

AMERICAN INTERCONTINENTAL UNIVERSITY Hispanic Evolution, featuring works by local Hispanic artists from Venezuela, Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Ecuador, Puerto Rico, Brazil and Costa Rica. 3330 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. Through April 28. 404-965-5714.

AMERICAN MUSEUM OF PAPERMAKING Forest Presence, environmental works by Marjorie Alexander will be on display. Reception Apr. 26, 4:30-7:30 p.m. A hands-on workshop conducted by the artist on Apr. 28, 1-5 p.m. 500 10th St. April 12-June 22. 404-894-6663

ART INSTITUTE OF ATLANTA Visual Communication: A Historical Look, from the Society of Illustrators, New York. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m-4 p.m. 6600 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, 100 Embassy Row, Atlanta. Through May 6. 770-394-8300.

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 CITY GALLERY EAST Index, a mixed media group exhibition of local and international artists, curated by Angela Willcocks. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta. Through May 19. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. 1-5 p.m. Free. 404-817-7956.

ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY Parallels, works by internationally renowned artists/educators from the Hochschule der Knste, Berlin. 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. Through April 29. Tues.-Wed. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs.-Fri. 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. 404-733-5050.

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 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 April 30. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3. 404-688-2467.

ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM La Cabeza y El Corazon: Influences on an Aritst MArco Razo, featuring five figurative paintings of strong color and subjects derived from literature, poetry and movies. 285 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta. Through May 4. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $3 for non-members. 404-688-2467.

BANK OF AMERICA PLAZA The Vanishing Georgia Series, mixed-media collages by Sidney Randolph Maurer. West lobby, 600 Peachtree St. Jan. 31-April 26. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-816-9777.

BEVERLY LIBBY GALLERY 1996-2001, paintings in mixed media on paper, canvas and wood panels by Waldo Vinces. 75 Bennett St., Suite M-2. Through April 30. 404-351-1174

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 UNIVERSITY Women of Faith in Victorian Culture, exhibition of manuscript materials highlighting the contrasting faith journeys of Maude Dominica Petre and Mary Petrie Carus-Wilson. Pitts Theology Library, 505 Kilgo Circle. Through Apr. 30. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. April 25-30. 404-727-1222

EYEDRUM Beneath the Skin, with works by Candice Bennett, Katy Hernandex, Anita Jung, Greg Lendeck, Traci Molloy, Shannon Nowlan, Kristin Powers Nowlin, Emily Puthoff, Kevin Sipp, Elena Sniezek, Robin Starbuck and Vicki Terry. 253 Trinity Ave., Atlanta. Through May 5. Tues. and Thurs. 2-7 p.m., Fri. 7-9 p.m. and Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-522-0655.

FAY GOLD GALLERY A Vision of Spiritual Unity, paintings and works on paper by Gail Foster. Opening reception April 12 from 7-9 p.m. 764 Miami Circle. Through May 12. Tues.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-233-3843

GALERIE TIMOTHY TEW Johnston William Keith and Jeni Stallings. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 130. Through April 27. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-869-0511.

GALLERIE DORITA! Hot Cast Glass, an exhibit featuring cast glass sculptures Paul Nelson, Patrick Martin and George Bucquet. 3224 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. March 30-April 28. Tues.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. 404-869-0041.

GALLERY ELEVEN50 Sequential Rhythms, works by Erik Mack, SCott Ingram and Richard Melvin. The entrance to the gallery is on Crescent Ave. between 13th and 14th St. 1150 B Peachtree St., Atlanta. Through April 28. Mon.-Wed. appointment, Thurs.Sat. 9 a.m.-1 a.m. 404-874-0428

GALLERY OF THE UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST OF ATLANTA Watercolor and pastel landscapes and figurative collages by Mwasaa Sherard. 1911 Cliff Valley Way, Atlanta. Through May 15. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 404-634-5134.

GOETHE-INSTITUT Love Amid the Ruins: Quaker Helpers: Quaker Service in Postwar Germany, a historical exhibition of compelling artifacts, documents and historical photos tracing Quaker service in the past century. Goethe-Institut located at Colony Square. Through May 11. Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat. noon-4 p.m. 404-892-2388.

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. Through May 27. Degas & America: The Early Collectors, an exhibition examining the response to Edgar Degas’ art by American critics and collectors. Through May 27. 1280 Peachtree St. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-$15. 404-733-HIGH.

HIGH MUSEUM OF FOLK ART & PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERIES The Art of William Edmondson, 40 limestone sculptures by Edmondson and more than 40 historical photographs by Edward Weston, Louise Dahl-Wolfe and Consuelo Kanaga documenting the artist’s working process. Through May 19. Contrasts and Connections: Photographs from the High Museum of Art Collection with works from more than 35 photographers including Ansel Adams. Through May 5. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 133 Peachtree St., Atlanta in the Georgia Pacific Center. 404-577-6940

L. NICHOLE GALLERY Journey to the Soul, featuring black and white photographic works by Ron Witherspoon. 1054 St. Charles Ave., Atlanta. Through April 25. 404-872-2558.

LAGERGUIST GALLERY Works by oil painter Ted Goerschner. 3235 Paces Ferry Place, Atlanta. April 20-May 5. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. 404-261-8273.

LANSDELL GALLERIES Afternoon Shadows, featuring works by Jeff Lange. New works by other gallery artists on right side of the gallery. 1482 Mecaslin St. Through May 1. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-876-4466.

MACON & CO. Recent Works, mixed media paintings by Nall, and Heavy Metal, art furniture by Kelly Amen on display. 1198 Howell Mill Road. Through May 15. 404-603-9122

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. Opening reception April 19 from 6-8 p.m. 1831 B Peachtree Road, Atlanta. April 19-May 26. 404-351-3930.

MEXICAN CENTER OF ATLANTA ART GALLERY Images of the Mexico That I Have Come To Know, photo exhibit by Wendy Phillips. 2600 Apple Vallery Road, Atlanta. Through April 30. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-264-1240.

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. 571 South Kilgo St. April 1. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. Noon-5 p.m. $5 suggested donation. 404-727-4282.

OGLETHORPE UNIVERSITY MUSEUM OF ART Le Vent des Routes, Riding the Wind: Photographs by Nicolas Bouvier (1929-1998) Swiss Writer-Poet-Traveller, collection of photography by Bouvier. 4484 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. Through May 20. Tues.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. Free. 404-364-8555.

RAYMOND LAWRENCE GALLERY Marty Kalb’s Holocaust Series consists of oil on canvas pieces and charcoal on paper depicting atrocities of the holocaust which move the viewer and help personalize the affects of the event in history. Tula Art Center. Through May 4. Tues.- Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m. Free. 404-352-5058.

RAYMOND LAWRENCE GALLERY The Fleeting Moments Are the Ones Most Suspended, new works by Peter Roux and The Holocaust Series of Marty Kalb. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett St., Suite M-1, Atlanta. Through May 5. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-352-5058.

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. Opening reception April 26 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. 500 Tenth St., Atlanta. 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.

SWISSOTEL Photographs from Abroad, a solo exhibition of silver gelatin prints by Atlanta artist Jennifer Julian. 3391 Peachtree Road, Atlanta. Through April 30. 404-365-0065.

THE ART PLACE CJX: 9th Annual College Juried Exhibit, featuring 14 artists from eight Georgia colleges and universities with works in pastels,oils, photography and bronze. 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. March 30-May 10. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-509-2700.

THE ATLANTA FINANCIAL CENTER The Hickory Chair Series, original collage book illustrations by Benny Andrews. 3333 Peachtree Road. Through April 25. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-377-2116.

THE ATRIUM ON SWEET AUBURN Intimate, featuring works by abstact expressionist Lance Lamont. The Oddds Fellow Building located at 236 Auburn Ave., Atlanta. March 29-April 30. 404-524-7921.

THE CALLANWOLDE GALLERY Imagine: Color Photographs by Dorothy Gautier, a collection of close-up and macro images giving a playful, surreal perspective on everyday surroundings. 980 Briarcliff Road, Atlanta. March 30-May 4. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 404-872-5338.

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

THE LOWE GALLERY Works by David Shapiro, Mark Perlman and Steve Seinberg on display. 75 Bennett St. Through May 11. 404-352-8114.

THE SIGNATURE SHOP AND GALLERY A Way with Wood, an ensemble show featuring nationally established and emerging artists including Galen Carpenter, Mark Gardner, Simon Levy, George Peterson and Jack Slentz.3267 Roswell Road, Atlanta. Through May 5. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 401-237-4426.

VERMILION GALLERY The Poetry of Place, paintings by Atlanta artist Tracey Lane ranging from impressionistic to abstract. Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. noon-5 p.m. 1244 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta. Through April 29. 404-869-9845.

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.??