Arts Agenda June 13 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’ 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 at 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. & Sat. 10:30 p.m. $7-$10. 404-872-HAHA.

THE FUNNY FARM Tom Wilson with special act Dennis Ross. 608 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. June 15-16. 9 p.m. Fri. $10; Sat. $12.50. 404-467-4242.

IMPROV COMEDY SHOW Let’s Try This! Players are putting on an improvisational comedy show at DramaTech Theater on the Georgia Tech campus. June 15-16. 8 p.m. $2. 404-894-3481.

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.

OPEN MIC COMPETITION Eddie’s Attic will hold “Comedy Combat night, at which comics of all skill levels compete for cash prizes or a chance to perform for pay. Hosted by Alyssa Barnett and Jessica Rose. 515-B North McDonough St. Every 4th Tues. $5. 404-386-0431.

THE PUNCHLINE Tom Rhodes returns to the comedy club to spread laughter to his comedy disciples. Wed.-Thurs. 8:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.; Sun. 8 p.m. 290 Hilderbrand Drive. June 13-17. $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
MICHAEL FLATLEY is back with his final world tour, “Feet of Flames, exhibiting the power of Irish dance. Philips Arena. June 13. 8 p.m. $37, $67, $87. 404-249-6400.

Spoken Word
CALLANWOLDE COFFEEHOUSE Showcasing local musical talent as well as emerging poets. Musical performances begin at 7:30 p.m.; open poetry readings begin at 8:15 p.m. First ten poets to call and sign up may read. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, 980 Briarcliff Road. June 13, July 11 & Aug. 8. $3. 404-872-5338.

COSMOPOLITAN SOUL Features open-mic and live jazz. The Crescent Room, 1136 Crescent Ave. Every third Mon. 8 p.m. $5. 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.

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 Poetry Atlanta will host a reading at Club Ku’umba at Helpful Essence Restaurant, 2239 Cascade Road. June 13. 7 p.m. 404-359-1097.

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

POETRY POD The Decatur Poetry Pod meets every second and forth Thursday, Joe Coffee on East Lake Road. Call Dwight for more information. June 13 to Nov 27. 7-9 p.m. 404-377-2405.

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.

WANDERING UTERUS TOUR The Morrigan storms the stage with a rock ‘n roll meets poetry slam. This New York based all-female performance poetry troupe will perform at Paradigm Artspace. 1123 Spring St. June 16. 8:30 p.m. 201-320-5708.

WOMEN’S OPEN MIC Charis Books, 1189 Euclid Ave. Atlanta. June 15. 7:30 p.m. 404-524-0304.

Theater: openings
AMADEUS Peter Shaffer’s award-winning play about the struggle between Mozart and Antonio Salieri concerning their musical talents. Conant Performing Arts Center, 4484 Peachtree Road. Oglethorpe University campus. June 15-Aug. 12. 8 p.m. $20-$27. 404-264-0020.

HAMBONE A Southeastern premiere by Javon Johnson is part of the New South for the New Century Play Festival. In repertory with The Genes of Beauty Queens. Horizon Theatre, 1083 Austin Ave. June 15-July 20. In repertory with Genes of Beauty Queens. Call for times. $16-$25. 404-584-7450.

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.

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

THE GENES OF BEAUTY QUEENS is a world premiere by Janece Shaffer as part of the New South for the New Century Play Festival. A comedy about three thirty-somethings as they over-eat and learn about each other all over again. Horizon Theatre, 1083 Euclid Ave. June 1-July 22. Call for times. $16-$25. 404-584-7450.

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.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING The Bard’s tale featuring Maurice Ralston and Laura Cole. Seating on a “first come, first served basis. New American Shakespeare Tavern, 499 Peachtree Street. Through July 1. Thurs-Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 6:30 p.m. $19.50-24.50. 404-874-5299.

ON THE VERGE A comedy about three Victorian women traveling through time featuring B-movies, rock ‘n’ 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.

STELLA GOES TO HELL Brazen Act Theatre presents Ian L. Fuller’s epic garage musical that tells the story of Stella’s ride across the universe. 7 Stages, 1105 Euclid Ave. June 1-23. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 5 p.m. $12. 678-380-1484.

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.

THREE FEETE Three one act-plays by award-winning author Horton Foote. In the town of Harrison, Texas, teenagers face family problems, pressure from adults and friends. Recommended for children 12 and up. First Stage Theater, 1655 Peachtree St. Through July 1. Thurs.-Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. $5-12. 404-843-4968.

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.

CENTER FOR PUPPETRY ARTS Enjoy five great shows, fun Create-A-Puppet Workshops and Museum tours, including a performance of the classic tale: “Puss in Boots, “Thumbelina, and “Beauty and the Beast. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. & noon; Sat. 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.; Sun. noon, 2 p.m. June 12-Aug. 19. $5-8. 404-873-3391.

Visual arts: openings
ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY LOGOS,a group show of four emerging artists: Margaret Faith, Charles Fox, M. Roxanne Lowery and Robin Rezende. Opening reception June 15, 6-9 p.m. Through June 22. Tues.-Thurs. 11-5 p.m.; Fri. 11-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. 404-733-5050.

CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS CENTER Domain, an exhibit of mixed-media paintings by Terri Covington Dilling. Opening reception June 15, 7-9 p.m. 980 Briarcliff Road. June 15-July 20. Mon.-Fri. 10-8 p.m.; Sat. 10-3 p.m. 404-872-5338.

THE CONTEMPORARY Out of Order: Mapping Social Space is a presentation of the work of eight artists explore the schema we use to grasp an unpredictable, increasingly vast universe. Peter Pachano: The Irresistible Synthetic, a multi-media installation of the artist’s work. Both exhibits, opening reception June 15, 7-9 p.m. 535 Means St. June 15-Aug. 18. Tues.-Sat. 11-5 p.m. $1-$3. 404-688-1970.

GALLERY ELEVEN50 Photographers Stephani Shope, Sarah Rosenberg, Suellen Parker, Carrie Elzey, Alli Royce Soble, Holly Painter and Candice Bennett have selected one color from the spectrum in this showing titled ROY G BIV: A Spectrum of Photography. Opening reception June 16, 7-10 p.m. 1150 Peachtree St. June 16-30. 404-589-4580.

GENEMA GALLERY PARADOX is a multi-media exhibit. Opening reception Sat. June 16, 7-10 p.m. 81 Peachtree Walk. June 16-Aug. 26. Sun. 9 a.m.-noon. 404-605-0505.

LENOX SQUARE Fit to Print: Six Georgia Printmakers, will be exhibiting fine art printmaking, from etching/intaglio, relief/woodcuts and serigraphy/screen Printing. Lenox Square Promenade connection to J.W. Marriott. June 13. Mall hours.

STUDIO C Handmade wood furniture and wood objects by June Gartrell, metalworks by Lauren Platt and paintings and fine craft pieces by Lori Walters are all on display. Opening reception June 16, 7-11 p.m. 3300 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. June 16. By appointment only. 404-786-0244.

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.

AFRICA AND BEYOND Exhibition of masks, wood and bronze statues, furniture, and paintings. 3210 Roswell Road. June 6 to Nov 27. 404-422-8262.

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.

ARTISTS’ ATELIER Summer Shades, featuring works by Penny Saunders and Dee Venzer from the American southwest to the Orient. Through July 20. Mon.-Fri. 10-5 p.m.; Sat. noon-4 p.m. 404-231-5999.

ARTRAGES Poupee doll designer Isabelle Segal’s works are on display. 2850 Paces Ferry Road, #470. Through June 15. 770-432-4888.

ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY Animal, Vegetable, Video: Swamp Sanctuary, Sam Easterson’s camera-based explorations of the flora and fauna of Georgia swamps. 1280 Peachtree St. Tues.-Thurs. 11-5 p.m.; Fri. 11-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. May 31-July 1. 404-733-5050.

ATLANTA GALLERY EAST Lipstick, a mixed media group exhibition of local and national artists is about issues of identity pertaining to femininity. Exhibit includes sculpture, painting, photography, drawing and video. City Hall East, 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. Through July 20. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 1-5 p.m. 404-817-7956.

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.

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 St. 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.

BEVERLY LIBBY GALLERY International Landscapes, by artist Vara Kamin, specializing in creating works of art that stimulate active imagination and invite the viewer to a place of inquiry. Opening reception June 8, 7-10 p.m. 75 Bennett St. M-2, Atlanta. June 8-July 17. 404-351-1174.

SUN TRUST PLAZA GALLERY Print Treasures is a showing of the permanent collection of Brenau University. Mon.-Fri. 10-6 p.m., Sat. 10-4 p.m. Lower Level Gallery, 303 Peachtree St. Through June 14. 404-816-9777.

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.

CITY ART WORKS Sticks, contemporary art furniture and object art from the vivid imaginations of the artists. Wood, wire, and found objects create unique works of art. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. 2140 Peachtree Road. Through August 31. 404-605-0786.

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. 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. 1393 N. Highland Ave. Through July 8. 404-875-2840.

EYEDRUM GALLERY In Hardware: The Penis Show, the phallus is represented in artwork by Chris Verene, Jill Larson, Barb Doll and others. 253 Trinity Ave. Through June 14. 404-522-0655.

FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY Savage Ancient Seas is a special exhibition of strange creatures of the sea from 70 million years ago: reptiles, prehistoric fish, mollusks and pterosaurs. The IMAX film, Ocean Oasis, is shown in conjunction. 767 Clifton Road. Through Jan. 1 2002. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. $10-$12. 404-929-6300.

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

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 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. Carrie Mae Weems: The Hampton Project is a reinterpretation of Benjamin Johnston’s photograph’s of the Hampton Institute. 133 Peachtree St in the Georgia-Pacific Center. Through Sept. 8. Mon.-Sat. 10 am.-5 p.m. Free. 404-577-6940.

JACKSON FINE ART Sixty Years of Style, by Horst P. Horst. Exhibiting vintage and modern prints. 3115 East Shawdowlawn Ave. Through July 28. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 404-233-3739.

KNOKE GALLERY Important Georgia Folk Artists is an exhibit of works by Howard Finster, Ned Carledge and Mattie Lou O’Kelley. 5325 Roswell Road. 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.

L. NICHOLE GALLERY Reality’s Paradigm features the multi-media textile creations of Francine Stowe. 1054 St. Charles Ave. Through July 11. 404-872-2558.

MARCIA WOOD GALLERY David Baerwalde, one man exhibition of the artist’s work. 1831 B Peachtree Road. Through June 30. Tues.-Fri. 11-6 p.m. 404-351-3930.

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. Through Jan. 6. Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Suggested $5 donation. 404-727-4282.

MODERN PRIMITIVE GALLERY Works by Laura Bowman and Oliver Smith exhibited. 1393 N. Highland Ave. Through July 2. 404-892-0556.

R. LAND STUDIO Studio exhibition of new paintings, assemblages, vending machines, and various other mixed media including rare performances and short films by R. Land. 27C Waddell St., Atlanta. June 9-July 13. Gallery Hours: Thurs.-Sun. noon-6 p.m. 404-525-0905.

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.

REINIKE GALLERY “Decompositions by artist Bredan O’Connell. 789 Miami Circle, Atlanta. Through June 23. Gallery Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 404-364-0490.

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 Inheritance is an exhibition of Lisa Tuttle’s mixed-media work. 1831-A Peachtree Road. Through July 7. Tues.-Fri. 10-5 p.m.; Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-350-8480.

SPRUILL CENTER GALLERY Looks Good On Paper exhibit brings together some of the great names in Georgia’s drawings and paintings from the past to present. 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Road. Through Aug. 18. 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 Deconstruction of American Icons: Drawings by King Thackston. Pencil on paper works address the issues surrounding the construction of large monuments. 3130 Slaton Drive. Through June 16. 404-266-2636.

THOMAS DEANS & COMPANY Summer Pleasures: New Acquisitions, featuring art from three centuries. Tula Art Center, Gallery K-2, 75 Bennett St. Through June 13. Tues.-Sat. 11-5 p.m. 404-352-3778.

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

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. 119 E. Court Square. Through June 30. Tues.-Thurs. 11-6 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11-10 p.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 November 4. 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.??