Arts Agenda May 09 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 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.

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.

RED CHAIR THEATRE Gorgeous Ladies of Comedy Midnight Pajama Party following Comedy Response Unit show. Beer, comedy, random pillow fights and gorgeous ladies in their nighties. Midnight. May 12. 404-874-4050.

THE PUNCHLINE Come see how Ron White stole the show from fellow members of “The Blue Collar Comedy Tour. Wed.-Thurs. 8:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.; Sun. 8 p.m. 290 Hilderbrand Drive. May 9-13. $10-$14. 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.

Dance
AN EVENING OF INDIAN MUSIC AND DANCE Experience an evening of Indian culture with Carnatic vocal performances by Smt. Perma Bhat, Shri Ramesh Panchagnula on violin and Shri K. Suresh on mridangam; sitar performances by Dr. Kakali Bandyopadhyay and Shri Sanjeev Vasudevan on tabla; and a dance performance by The Academy of Kuchipudi Dance with Smt. Sasikala Penumarthi. May 12 at 7:30 p.m. Cannon Chapel, Emory University. Free. 404-892-5952.

PETER PAN Atlanta Ballet presents its critically acclaimed, all new production of J.M. Barrie’s timeless tale. Thurs. 7:30 p.m.; Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat. 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St. May 10-20. $10-$50. 404-817-8700.

SEVERAL DANCERS CORE Several Dancers Core and the Emory University Dance Program, in conjunction with The Field, present the Spring 2001 Fieldwork Showcase. Performing Arts Studio, North Decatur Road. May 10. 8 p.m. $7. 404-373-4154.

Music
DAVID BUICE An Evensong Recital. May 13, 3:30 p.m. Cathedral of St. Philip, 2744 Peachtree Rd. 404-365-1000. An Embarassment of Riches presented on two harpsichords. May 9. 7:30 p.m. Oglethorpe Museum of Art. May 15. 4484 Peachtree Road. 404-364-8555.

DECATUR CIVIC CHORUS I Hear America Singing is the annual spring concert featuring the history of music in the U.S. Hear a pre-concert talk by director, Mary Anne Sharp at 6 p.m. First Baptist Church, Decatur. May 12. 7 p.m. 770-388-9536.

GREAT JEWISH MUSICIANS AND MUSIC In Memory of .. is the third concert in the series which will honor victims of World War II. William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum, The Selig Center, 1440 Spring St. May 13. 3 p.m. $25 members; $36 non-members. 404-870-7684.

METROPOLITAN YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRAS OF ATLANTA Mother’s Day Spring concert. Georgia World Congress Center, Sidney Marcus Auditiorium. May 13. 7:30 p.m. $10-$15. 770-972-7388.

ORPHEUS DEI The Meridian Chorale, with additional Atlanta vocalists, will give a performance reading of this work. First Congregational United Church of Christ. 105 Courtland St. and John Wesley Dobbs. May 15. 6:30-9 p.m. 404-525-4722.

YOUNG SINGERS OF CALLANWOLDE Silver Anniversary Concert featuring a Mother’s Day concert of alumni and moms. Wieuca Road Baptist Church, 3626 Peachtree Road. May 12. 8 p.m. $10-$12. 404-873-3365.

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.

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.

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 AT PATTI HUT CAFE Featuring African Wind and Spinxx & Angelique. 554 Piedmont Ave. 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.

POETRY SLAM All interested poets are welcome and should remember the event is designed to be more than a simple reading and truly a performance. Outwrite Bookstore & Coffeehouse. 990 Piedmont Ave. May 11. 7:30 p.m. 404-607-0082.

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
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. Preview party May 11, 7 p.m. 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.

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. May 10-June 3. $10-$24.50. 404-874-5299.

CONSTANCIA Dramatic depiction of American cultural distinctions, transforming painful heritage into something positive. 7 Stages Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. May 12-13. 8 p.m. $5-$7. 404-523-7647.

PAX BOSNENIS & MIMAR The Mostar Youth Theatre from Bosnia and Herzegovina present two stunningly truthful pieces on the war in Bosnia. 7 Stages Backstage Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. May 9-10. 8 p.m. $5-$7. 404-523-7647.

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

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN The adorable characters of Charles Schulz’s comic strip are brought to life in this revised musical adaptation. Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Ave. Marietta. May 9-June 17. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 & 7 p.m. $20-$30. 770-422-8369.

Theater: continuing
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. 404-897-1802.

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.

THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Belladonna Repertory Company presents Shakespeare’s most uproarious comedy. A fun-loving romp featuring Sir John Falstaff. 14th St Playhouse, 173 14th St. Tues.-Thurs. 7:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 3 p.m. May 4-19. $18-$42. 404-993-7131.

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.

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. May 4-27. 8 p.m. $12-$18. 404-876-9762.

PSYCHED “Funny...That Way! Theatre Company presents this ensemble cast with a script that is constantly in progress and includes improv. Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m. Studio B, 731 Highland Ave. May 3-19. $5-$10. 404-893-3344.

SEA MARKS Gardner McKay’s funny and touching story of love, friendship and the nature of art. Preview May 10 at 8 p.m. PushPush Theatre, 1123 Zonolite Road. May 5-15. 8 p.m. $10-$15. 404-892-7876.

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.

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. Through May 13. Wed.-Fri. 8 p.m, Sat. 8:30 p.m. and Sun. 5 p.m. $16-$25. 404-584-7450.

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.

VERANDA 2, THE SECOND COMING This side-splitting comedy of Off-Broadway writers John Gibson & Anthony Morris finds the recurring characters faced with new ordeals assured to make audiences laugh. Peachtree Playhouse, 878 Peachtree Street. May 4-19, Fri.& Sat. only. 8 p.m. $20. 404-875-1193.

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
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. May 15-June 8. 770-951-9287.

BYDESIGN The exclusive and limited traveling exhibition Danes on the Move presents, for the first time ever in the U.S., the most innovative pieces in contemporary Danish furniture design. 1747 Cheshire Bridge Road. May 12-20. 404-607-9098.

CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER GALLERY In Casinos Katherine Taylor focuses on the land of her youth, the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Opening reception May 11 7-9 p.m. 980 Briarcliff Road. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 404-872-5338.

LANSDELL GALLERIES A special collection of people, places and faces by Elizabeth Moretz-Britt. Opening reception May 11. 6:30-10 p.m. 1482 Mecaslin St. May 11-June 10. Mon.-Fri. 9:30-6:30 p.m.; Sat. 10-5:30 p.m. 404-876-4466.

MADE IN THE SHADE Susan Bridges hosts a spring show and sale of art for the garden by a multitude of artists from around the South May 10-13 at 841 Edgewood Ave. Hours are 6-9 p.m. Thurs.; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. and Sun. 404-688-1708.

RAYMOND LAWRENCE GALLERY Patchworked Females, featuring the work of two Atlanta artists, Lisa Shinault and Mariana Depetris. Opening reception May 11, 7-10 p.m. TULA Arts Center, 75 Bennett St. May 11-June 23. 404-352-5058.

Visual arts: continuing
FIRST THURSDAY Monthly downtown art gallery open house held at various venues throughout Atlanta. 1st Thursday. 5-9 p.m. Free. 404-577-0330.

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

AMERICAN MUSEUM OF PAPERMAKING Forest Presence, environmental works by Marjorie Alexander will be on display. 500 10th St. April 12-June 22. 404-894-6663.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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

GALERIE VENDOME Paintings by Stuart Roper. 75 Bennett Street, Suite B1. Through May 19. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-355-3554.

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.

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. $2-$6. 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. $5-$15. Impressions, an exhibition featuring works of art created by the Art Explorers Club, an after school collaboration between the High and Youth Art Connection. Through May 20. 1280 Peachtree Road. 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. Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 133 Peachtree St., Atlanta 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 GALLERIES Eccentric Expressions — Important Folk Artists of the South and Important American Artists — Important American Paintings on display. 5325 Roswell Road. Through May 9. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-252-0485.

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. 1831 B Peachtree Road, Atlanta. April 19-May 26. 404-351-3930.

MARIETTA/COBB MUSEUM OF ART Celebration of the Horse, and exploration of the artist’s fascination with the equine speciies and its roles in art and life. Features works by Edgar Degas, Frederic Remington and J.F. Herring. 30 Atlanta St., Marietta. Through June 3. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. $1-$5. 770-528-1444.

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. Through April 1. 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.

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.

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., 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

SPRUILL CENTER GALLERY Pairings: XX Group Show Participating artists include Chery Baird, Cecelia Kane, Jill Pope and others. 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road. Through May 26. Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-394-4019.

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, Pencil on paper works address the issues surrounding the construction of large monuments. Through June 16. 3130 Slaton Drive. 404-266-2636.

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.

THE LOWE GALLERY Works by David Shapiro, Mark Perlman and Steve Seinberg on display. 75 Bennett St. Through May 25. 404-352-8114.

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.

THOMAS DEANS & COMPANY Featuring new paintings by local contemporary artist Cathryn Miles. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Tula Art Center, Gallery K-2, 75 Bennett Street. Through June 2. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-352-3778.

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.

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

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.??