Arts Agenda July 25 2001

Comedy
CAPTURED! Once a week, the Overlord “Gary releases his captured improviser from their frozen time chamber so they can try and save the world. Dad’s Garage Theatre, 280 Elizabeth St. July 13-Sept. 28. 10:30 p.m. $10. 404-523-3141.

DISHMAN The self-proclaimed “most dishturbed comic dishcussionsist, the Dishman presents his one-man show most weekdays outdoors at the William Dobbs Plaza near the corner of Auburn Ave. and Fort St. July 4 to Oct 30. 8 p.m. Free. 404-522-5208.

FUNNY FARM COMEDY CLUB Joe Morrison will be headlining. 608 Holcomb Bridge Road. July 27-28. Fri.-Sat. 8:30 p.m. $10-$12.50. 404-467-4242.

LAUGHING MATTER The South’s longest running improv company performs new comedy shows every first Sat. Manuel’s Tavern, 602 N. Highland Ave. July 4 to Nov 27. 8 p.m. $10. 404-874-4050.

MOOREPICS CAFE Open-mic comedy list opens at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. $3 for comedians, $5 general admission. 227 Mitchell St., between Forsyth and Spring St. Every Sun. 404-880-0084.

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 fourth Tues. $5. 404-386-0431.

PUNCHLINE Kip Adotta’s style has been compared to the detached, ironic styles of Steve Martin and David Letterman. Thurs. 8:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.; Sun. 8 p.m. 290 Hilderbrand Drive. July 26-29. $10-$14. 404-252-LAFF.

VARIETY PLAYHOUSE Kate Clinton launches her world tour with her brand of “fumerist (feminist + humorist). July 27. 8:30 p.m. $20. 404-524-7354.

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

Music
ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Music and Mania will be performed Friday, and Music and Sex will be performed Sat. Music director designate Robert Spano and Principal Guest Conductor designate Donald Runnicles will lead the ASO. Atlanta Symphony Hall. July 27-28. 8 p.m. $29. 404-733-5000.

Spoken Word
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.

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 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.

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL PUBLIC LIBRARY Slam poetry night with Gayle Danley, the 1996 International Slam Poetry Champion. Reservations suggested. 3665 Cascade Road. July 25. 3:30 p.m. Free. 404-699-6363.

Theater: openings
AT HOME WITH THE NIXONS’ Brazen Act Theatre Company presents this original play by Ian L. Fuller. It will later play at New York’s Fringe Festival. Dad’s Garage Top Shelf Space, 280 Elizabeth St. July 27-Aug. 12. Fri.-Sat. midnight; Sun. 8 p.m. $10. 678-380-1484.

HOUSE AT POOH CORNER Story by Bettye Knapp featuring the familiar cast of characters: Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore and Pooh. 608 Holcomb Bridge Road. July 28-Sept. 9. Sat.-Sun. 2 p.m.; Through Aug. 11 Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m. $7. 770-594-1020.

KISS The world premiere features a number of collaborations from a variety of dancers and actors. Featuring live music and a specially designed light installation. The Performance Space, 1630 DeKalb Ave. July 26-29, Aug. 2-5. 8 p.m.; 6 p.m. on Sunday. $12-15. 404-378-5777.

THE INTIMO LOUNGE SHOW Performance art show featuring art, poetry, puppetry, dance and music. 835 Wylie St. July 27-28. 8 p.m. $8. 404-584-2078.

WHISPERS FROM THE TREMBLING EARTH The Galloway School Theatre Company presents this drama set in the Okefenokee Swamp combining music, dance, song and storytelling. 14th St. Playhouse, 173 14th St. July 26-27. Thurs. 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Fri. 8 p.m. $5. 404-252-8389, ext. 121.

2001-A SPACE ODDITY Agatha’s - A Taste of Mystery Dinner Theater presents this audience participatory comic murder mystery. Peachtree and 3rd, across from the Fox. July 26-Nov. 7. Tues.-Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 7 p.m. $40-$50. 404-875-4321.

SMOKEY JOE’S CAFE Gladys Knight stars in this Tony award winning musical. Fabulous Fox Theater, 660 Peachtree Street. July 31-Aug. 5. Tues.-Fri. 8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 2 & 8 p.m. 404-817-8700.

Theater: continuing
ACTION MOVIE II:EPISODE ONE Sequel to the Action Movie: The Play, this comedy is set 20 years before the first play. Dad’s Garage Theater, 280 Elizabeth St. Through Aug. 11. 8 p.m. $12-$15. 404-523-2144.

ALWAYS..PATSY CLINE An often funny, touching tribute to one of America’s music legends. Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell. Through July 29. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. $18.50-$29. 770-641-1260.

AMADEUS Georgia Shakespeare Festival presents 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. In repertory June 15-Aug. 12. 8 p.m. $20-$27. 404-264-0020.

BABY The musical has been updated and revised and tells of three couples and how impending parenthood impacts their lives. Stage Door Players, North DeKalb Cultural Center, 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody. Through Aug. 19. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 p.m. $10-$18. 770-396-1726.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK Neil Simon’s comedy about a newlywed couple, their less-than-perfect apartment and a wacky neighbor. Class Act Theatre, 6 Powder Springs St., Marietta. Through July 29. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m. $12-$15. 770-579-3156.

BEFORE MY OWN EYES The Southeastern premiere of Joel Drake’s tender and comedic story of a boy’s journey into gay adulthood. Neighborhood Playhouse, 430 Trinity St., Decatur. Through Aug. 11. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m. $12-$15. 404-373-5311.

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

THE BOYS IN THE BAND The comic gay classic by Mart Crowley is produced by Histrionics, a new Atlanta theatre company. The Art Farm, 835 Wylie St. in Cabbagetown. June 22-Aug. 30. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 7 p.m. $15-$20. 404-584-2078.

CASPER An American premiere, this family-oriented musical is a tale of the friendly ghost popularized in cartoon. Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Road. Through July 29. Tues.-Sun. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. 404-252-8960.

CRIMES OF THE HEART The Cobb Players present Beth Henley’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Cobb Community Playhouse, 2060 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta. Through Aug. 4. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m. $8-$12. 770-565-3995.

FANTASTICKS Newnan Community Theatre Company presents America’s longest-running musical about comically star-crossed lovers. July 27-28. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 p.m. 770-683-NCTC.

THE GARDEN OF RIKKI TIKKI TAVI Theatre in the Square’s production loosely based on the story by Rudyard Kipling. The Alley Stage, 11 Whitlock Ave., Marietta. Through July 28. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.; Sat. 2:30 p.m. $5 children/$7 adults. 770-422-8369.

GODSPELL An energetic and innovative musical version of the Gospel according to St. Matthew. ART Station, 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. Through Aug. 12. Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m. $15-$21. 770-469-1105.

THE GOOD DOCTOR Presented by Actors Theater of Atlanta, the play is a homage to Anton Chekhov, written by Neil Simon. Through Aug. 19. 404-556-2828.

HARVEY About a man and his friend Harvey, the six-foot tall invisible rabbit. Village Playhouses of Roswell. 633 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. Through July 28. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; July 7 matinee, 3 p.m. $10-$16. 770-998-3526.

THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP Two-man tag team comedy written by Charles Ludlam is part satire/part drag show. Packed with quick changes, high drama and low comedy. Actor’s Express, 887 West Marietta St. Through Aug. 25. $10-$25. 404-607-7469.

OUR HOUSE CABARET House Red Theater Company presents an evening of singing and dancing numbers from popular Broadway hits, and orignial music. Experience a night in an old style jazz club at Baci Italian Cuisine, 174 N. Glynn St., Fayetteville. Through August. Seating at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m. $30. 770-460-7778.

THE PEOPLE VS. MONA Theatrical Outfit’s comic murder mystery revolves around Mona Mae Katt husband’s death. Rialto Center for the Performing Arts, 80 Forsyth St. Through July 29. Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 p.m.; Sun. 2:30 p.m. $12-$50. 404-651-4727.

PREACHER FROM THE BLACK LAGOON The Metropolitan Theater Alliance presents a play containing a man, a woman, a small child, and a trapeze. 7 Stages Theater, 1105 Euclid. Through Aug. 5. Wed.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. $20. 404-523-7647.

SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN Audience members become the congregation in a rural Baptist church for a concert of bluegrass tunes. Theatre in the Square, 11 Whitlock Ave., Marietta. Through Aug. 12. Tues.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Wed. and Sun. 2:30 p.m. 770-422-8369.

TAMING OF THE SHREW Noble Productions presents open-air productions of Shakespeare’s play. Open lawn seating, Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell. July 27-28. 8:30 p.m. Free. 770-662-5505.

TAN SHOES AND PINK SHOELACES Tom Edwards’ Musical Memory Revue will include such favorites as Up on the Roof, Tammy and Mr. Sandman. Neighborhood Playhouse, 430 W. Trinity Place, Decatur. Through Aug. 19. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. $12-$18. 404-373-5311.

TELL’S TALE: THE ARCHER AND THE APPLE The Village Playhouse of Roswell presents the zany story of William Tell and why he had to shoot the apple off his son’s head. 633 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell. Through Aug. 4. Thurs.-Sat. 11 a.m. $6-8. 770-998-3526.

ART STATION Summer Children’s Theatre Series is appropriate for ages 5-13. Shows include “How the Skunk got His Stink, “The Magic Book, “Music, Music, Music!, “Cinderella, and “Jonah & Other Stories from the Good Book. 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. Through Aug. 9. Thurs. 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. $4 children/$6 adults. 770-469-1105.

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
ALIYA GALLERY 3rd annual Summer Landscape Exhibition featuring the works of James Randall Chumbley, Gerard Erley, Scott Hill and R. John Ichter. Opening reception July 28, 6-9 p.m. 1402 North Highland Ave. July 25-Aug. 15. 404-892-2835.

ART FARM Second Artful Flea, an arts and antique market outdoors at the space. 835 Wylie St. July 27-29. 404-584-2078.

CALLANWOLDE FINE ARTS GALLERY Trace is an exhibit of works on paper by Laura Bell. Opening reception, July 27 7-9 p.m. 980 Briarcliff Road. July 27-Aug. 11. Mon.-Fri. 10-8 p.m.; Sat. 10-3 p.m. 404-872-5338.

CITY GALLERY EAST Walking on Walls, an exhibition of work from this year’s ARTSCool program. July 27, 6-8 p.m. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. July 27. 404-817-6815.

FAY GOLD GALLERY Works by Radcliffe Bailey, Michael Barringer, David Bierk, Gail Foster, Michael Gibson, Zoe Hersey, Terry Weiss, Angela Wilcocks and more. Opening reception July 25, 6-9 p.m.Through Sept. 1. 764 Miami Circle. Ongoing. 404-233-3843.

GALERIE VENDOME Contemporary French Masters is the current exhibition of works. 75 Bennett St. July 31-Sept. 1. Tues.-Fri. 11-6 p.m.; Sat. 11-5 p.m. 404-355-3554.

THE LUMBER YARD The Famous Artists’ Show III, an exhibit to provide visual artists a nurturing environment to display their work. Featuring painters, sculptors, photographers, installation artists and more. 1425 Ellsworth Industrial Drive. July 27-Aug. 5. 770-663-6047.

Visual arts: continuing
ABERNATHY ARTS CENTER The Hourglass Project: A Woman’s Vision, an exhibit of fifteen women from three continents. 254 Johnson Ferry Road, Sandy Springs. Through Aug. 16. 404-303-6172.

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. 404-872-8020.

AFA GALLERY Exhibit includes impressionistic oil paintings of tropical birds, flowers and limited edition photography. Chamblee Antiques and Collectibles, 3509 Broad St., Chamblee. Through Sept. 8. Mon.-Sat. 10:30-5:30 p.m. 770-458-8336.

AFRICA IN ATLANTA Exhibition of masks, wood and bronze statues, furniture, and paintings. 3210 Roswell Road. Ongoing. 404-442-8262.

THE ART PLACE Oils and watercolors by Georgia artists Sandra Crenshaw, Ellen King and K.E. Freithaler. 3330 Sandy Plains Road, Marietta. Through Aug. 23. Mon.-Fri. 10-5 p.m. 770-509-2700.

ART STATION ARTS CENTER Zooillogicals, by Chica Brunsvold, and Two Folk Art Exhibitions, by Dede Spitz and Bryan Mercer. 5384 Manor Drive, Stone Mountain. Through Aug.19. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 770-469-1105.

ARTISTS’ STUDIOS AND GALLERY Artists’ Atelier of Atlanta features works by members Jane Bundy and Cathy Taibbi in A World of Animals. 800 Miami Circle, Suite 200. Through Sept. 6. Mon.-Fri. 10-5 p.m.; Sat. noon-4 p.m. 404-231-5999.

ARTRAGES Colorful, mixed-media clocks designed by Andrea and Eric Paige will be on display. 2850 Paces Ferry Road. Through July 30. 770-432-4330.

ATLANTA COLLEGE OF ART GALLERY Sue Wrbican and Mary Carothers bring their eclectic work, in-situ, which will include sculpture video, audio and photographs. Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree St. Through Aug. 9. Tues.-Thurs. 11-5 p.m.; Fri. 11-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. 404-733-5050.

ATLANTA CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER Out of Order: Mapping Social Space is a presentation of the work of Mary Ellen Carroll, Andreas Gursky, Peter Halley, Guillermo Kuitka, Mark Lombardi, Inigo Manglano-Ovalle, Kathy Prendergast and Barry Berkus. 535 Means St. Through Aug. 31. Tues.-Sat. 11-5 p.m. $1-$3. 404-688-1970.

ATLANTA HISTORY CENTER Furniture of the American South: 1680-1830, The Colonial Williamsburg Collection displays examples of the period and styles. Through Aug. 11 2002. Keepin’ Cool is an exhibition series that details the different ways the South has strugled with the problem of keeping cool in the heat. Appliances, architectural drawings and fashion will be on display. 130 West Paces Ferry Road. Through Sept. 5. 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. Through Aug. 24. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 404-688-2467.

ATLANTA PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP Juried by Bill Lowe. 660 9th Street. Through July 27. Wed.-Sat. noon-4 p.m. 404-527-4580.

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. Through Aug. 2. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 404-816-9777.

BARBARA ARCHER GALLERY Define Drawing is a collection of drawings from self-taught artists past and present including Nellie Mae Rowe, Thornton Dial and J. B. Murry. 1123 Zonolite Road, Suite 27. Through Aug. 31. Wed.-Sat. 11-5 p.m. 404-815-1545.

BEVERLY LIBBY GALLERY Cymatics: pattern evoked by sound are Eric Macks mixed-media paintings on canvas. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett St., suite D-2. Through Aug. 3. Tues.-Sat. 11-5 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.

CENTER STREET ARTS Conyers/Rockdale Council for the Arts hosts an exhibit of paintings by Henry (Jack) Stuhrman entitled The Light of Life. 910 Center St., Olde Town Conyers. Through Aug. 11. Mon.-Fri. 11-2:15 p.m. 770-922-3143.

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 Aug. 31. 404-605-0786.

CLARK ATLANTA UNIVERSITY ART GALLERIES Advancing Tradition showcases the more than 40 new additions to the collections including works by Diane Edison, Sue Ross and Bongi Bengu. Second floor of the Trevor Arnett Building, Clark Atlanta campus. Through Sept. 30. Tues.-Fri. 11-4 p.m. 404-880-6102.

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 Invisible Reality is a collection of works by Roman Palau and Leslie Bell. 309 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Aug. 22. 404-869-0511.

GALLERY ELEVEN50 American Eyes includes works by Nancy Floyd, Lisa Hart, Jason Lahr and others. 1150 Peachtree St. Through Aug. 11. Complimentary admission until 10 p.m. 404-874-0428.

GALLERY SKLO Intermittent Perceptions features Christian Culver’s series “Metropolitan Landscapes in vibrant pastels and mixed-media. Tula Art Center, 75 Bennett St., Suite E-2. Through Aug. 31. 404-350-9763.

GALLERY V Catching the Light, exhibition of Jean McLaughlin Hudson’s watercolor and acrylic works. People and Places, Scarlett Rickenbaker’s watercolor and oil paintings. 10 Elizabeth Way, Roswell. Through July 31. Mon.-Sat. 11-4:30 p.m.; Sun. 1-4:30 p.m. 770-649-7426.

GENEMA GALLERY PARADOX is a multi-media exhibit. 81 Peachtree Walk. Through Aug. 26. Sun. 9 a.m.-noon. 404-605-0505.

GEORGIA PERIMETER COLLEGE Vintage 1960’s models of dragsters built by Bruce Winchester on display. Dunwoody Campus, Library. Through July 3.1 Mon.-Thurs. 7:45-9 p.m.; Fri. 7:45-5 p.m.; Sun. 2-6 p.m.

HAMMONDS HOUSE GALLERIES Danny Simmons’ recent paintings will be on display in the exhibition of Quest. 503 Peeples St. Through Sept. 9. Tues.-Fri. 10-6 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. $1-$2 suggested donation. 404-752-8730.

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.

HEAVEN BLUE ROSE Future Dead Artists, the new works of Ronald N. Pirci. 934 Canton St., Roswell. Through Sept. 7. Tues.-Sat. 11-5:30 p.m.; Sat. 7-9 p.m.; Sun. 1-4 p.m. 770-642-7380.

HIGH MUSEUM Art of the Architect, A presentation by modern and contemporary architects including Massimo Scolari, Arduino Cantafora, Franco Purini, Franz Prati and Aldo Rossi. Michelangelo: Drawings and Other Treasures from the Casa Buonarroti, Florence, encompasses 47 objects from the artist’s familial home in Italy and includes 24 drawings, nine of which have never before been exhibited in the US. Paintings from the Age of Michelangelo from the Kress Collection includes eight paintings from the High’s permanent collection. Through Oct. 7. Bentwood Furniture: Gift of Sara and Paul Steinfeld is an exhibit of 12 Austrian furniture pieces in the decorative arts collection. 1280 Peachtree Road. Through Dec. 2. Tues.-Sat. 10-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. $4-$8. 404-733-HIGH.

HIGH MUSEUM OF FOLK ART & PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY 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. 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. Mon.-Sat. 10-5 p.m. Free. 404-577-6940.

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

KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY 10 of Arts is the senior Art Exhibition of the students of the university. Featuring works by Rob Silva, Masako Kato, Eva Brewer, Michael Boomer and others. Fine Arts Gallery, 1000 Chastain Road. Through July 30. Mon.-Thurs. 11-3 p.m.; Wed. and Thurs. 7-9 p.m. 770-499-3223.

KIANG GALLERY Lines is an invitational group whow of artists who use line as a formal element in their work including works by Eve Ascheim, Ann Ledy, Jyung Mee Park, Jim Sanborn and others. 1923 Peachtree Road. Through Sept. 8. Tues.-Fri. 10:30-5:30 p.m.; Sat. noon-5 p.m. 404-351-5477.

MABLE HOUSE CULTURAL CENTER The South Cobb Arts Alliance presents the 14th National Juried Art Exhibition with artwork by over 50 artists including Mark Abrahamson, Susan Faircloth and Bo Zhang. 5239 Floyd Road, Mableton. Through Aug. 18. Mon.-Fri. 10-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-4 p.m. 770-739-0189.

MACON & COMPANY FINE ART An exhibition of new works by Beverly Crawford, Christopher Dean, Joseph Guya, Aldo Landwehr, Steven Stinchcomb and William Woolfolk. 1198 Howell Mill Road, Suite 109. Through July 28. 404-603-9122.

MARCIA WOOD GALLERY An exhibition of painter David Collins’ work uses the bright colors of Pop Art and the media. 1831 B Peachtree Road. Through Aug. 18. 404-351-3930.

MARIETTA/COBB MUSEUM OF ART Georgia Crossroads: Intersections in a Changing Landscape, features photography and film, painting and sculpture of 13 Atlanta area artists. 30 Atlanta St., Marietta. Through Sept. 2. Tues.-Sat. 11-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. 770-528-1444.

MATILDA’S GALLERY Sparkeling Self-Portrait is an exhibition of Kristin Noelle Hinga’s works. The Blue House, 377 South Main St., Alpharetta. Through July 30. Mon.-Sat. 9-5:30 p.m. 770-754-7831.

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 2002. Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m. Suggested $5 donation. 404-727-4282.

MOMUS Works by artist Maura Vazakas, manipulating abstract elements to tell her own winding stories. Partly cartoon, partly nostalgia, her paintings reflect the past based on experience and attitudes. 75 Bennett St., Suite D-2. Through Aug. 8. 404-355-4180.

PARADIGM ARTSPACE Sources: Art and the Universal features paintings, sculpture and mixed-media work by Karen Rich Beall, Richard Beckman, Amanda McGee and others. 1123 Spring St. Through Aug. 3. 404-815-8911.

RAYMOND LAWRENCE GALLERY La Bonne Vie is an exhibit showcasing the Art Deco-inspired paintings of Atlanta artist Jeff Williams. The photography of Ted Haddock and Jill Corson will also be on display. 75 Bennett St., Suite M-1. Through July 28. Tues.-Fri. 11-5 p.m.; Sat noon-5 p.m. $20. 404-352-5058.

ROBERT C. WILLIAMS AMERICAN MUSEUM OF PAPERMAKING Paper Waves showcases recent embossings on archival, artist-made paper by Marjorie Tomchuk. 500 10th St. Through Sept. 7. 404-894-6663.

SANDLER HUDSON GALLERY Repetition is an exhibition featuring over 20 artists’ work including Bill Bailey, Teri Dilling, Donna Mintz and Scott Ingram. Paula Eubanks exhibition, Auto Repeats, examines automotive form and their implications. 1851-A Peachtree Road. Through Sept. 8. 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.

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. 3300 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. Through Aug. 29. regular hours by appt. 404-786-0244.

SUNTRUST PLAZA GALLERY Atlanta Artists: Gallery Selections is a showcase of 28 local area artists from area galleries. 303 Peachtree St. Through Sept. 27. Mon.-Fri. 10-6 p.m.; Sat. 10-4 p.m. 404-816-9777.

SWAN COACH HOUSE Portraits: New Works by D.E. Johnson is a collection of the artists work. She was recently awarded the Forward Foundation’s 2001 Emerging Artist Encouragement Award. 3130 Slaton Drive. Through Aug. 4. 404-266-2636.

TRINITY GALLERY Abstract Expressionism features five artists’ works: Jason Rohlf, Bryce Hammond, Quim Bove, William Mize and Robert Marx. 315 E. Paces Ferry Road. Through Aug. 30. Tues.-Fri. 10-6 p.m.; Sat. 11-5 p.m. 404-237-0370.

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. Selig Center, 1440 Spring St. Through Nov. 4. Mon.-Thurs. 10-5 p.m., Fri. 10-3 p.m. $3-$5. 404-873-1661.

YOUNG BLOOD GALLERY Paintings and drawings by young Atlanta artists Scott Murphy and Chris Burch. 629 Glenwood Ave. Through Aug. 12. 404-627-0393.??