Weekend Arts Agenda: Dashboard Co-op’s ‘Conflict/Resolution’ February 12 2015
Art for lovers and those who love art.
In the wake of the Michael Brown case, the Charlie Hebdo attacks, and ongoing international politics, it’s hard to deny the omnipresence of conflict in daily lives. Starting on Fri., Feb. 13, Dashboard Co-op is opening Dialogue: Conflict/Resolution, an exhibition in which six artists examine the nature of conflict and the search for resolution. Over the course of the exhibition (which will end on March 20), visitors will have the opportunity to experience live performances, film screenings, and artist talks in addition to the installations. Though artists Michi Meko, Dr. Doris Derby, Matthew Maher, and Ruth Dusseault will be giving artist talks further into the exhibition period, Johnny Drago’s live performance of “Another Day” will be held Fri., Feb. 13, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ruth Stanford’s roaming public art piece, “Deliberation,” will also be visible on Friday at Dashboard and The Varsity. For more information, click here.
THURSDAY
Still haven’t found anything special for your boo on Valentine’s Day? Westside Provisions District has you covered. This year’s A Pint and a Purchase makes shopping easy with personalized wish lists — and a drink to take off the edge. When someone calls or visits participating WSPD shops to create a customized wish list, their significant others’ purchase will be rewarded with a drink from JCT. Bar, Ormsby’s, or West Egg Café. For more details on how to participate, click here.
FRIDAY
- Réy Parlá/Parlá Studios, LLC
Back in October we told you about Fahamu Pecou and José Parlá’s solo exhibitions coming to the High Museum of Art, and now Wilfredo Lam: Imagining New Worlds is here. The exhibit runs through March 24, and there’s an opening reception that will feature comments from both artists, and music from DJ Teknology. The opening reception is from 5-10 p.m. Details here.
- Courtesy of CORE
- CORE on love
If Valentine’s Day just isn’t enough love to satisfy you, Callanwolde will be hosting a new performance on Fri., Feb. 13. on love, presented by CORE Performance Companu, is a program of contemporary dance and music inspired by the writings of poets Jalaluddin Rumi and Rainer Maria Rilke. CORE dancers Stefanie Boettle, Anna Bracewell, Kristin D’Addario, Joshua Rackliffe, Rose Shields, and Erik Thurmond serve as co-creators for this original work by Co-Founder Stuart W. Gerber. Bent Frequency, ensemble-in-residence at Georgia State University, will provide live accompaniment for the performances. For more information on performance times and tickets, click here.
SATURDAY
Forgot to make reservations for you and your significant other? Need a way to laugh away the loneliness? Don’t sweat it. Dad’s Garage will be performing an improv comedy show centered on all love’s follies — like not remembering to do anything on Valentine’s Day. The improv will be based on real life anecdotes of the highs and lows of loves past. Dad’s Garage is even giving out free tickets to the story with the most likes on their Facebook page, which could potentially be included in the show. Tickets are available starting at $25 for performances at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on Sat., Feb. 14. Find more info here.