From visual arts to music to theater, metro Atlanta has an active arts scene offering something for nearly everyone. This upcoming week, happenings include a reimagining of “Emma” produced by Atlanta Shakespeare Company in collaboration with Belle Esprit, as well as a concert co-presented by the Breman and First Congregational Church exploring a century of Black spirituals and Yiddish music.
The following 12 events will help you navigate Atlanta’s arts and culture in the upcoming week.
Credit: Photo courtesy of Spalding Nix Fine Arts
Credit: Photo courtesy of Spalding Nix Fine Arts
“Deja Vu”
Spalding Nix Fine Art’s presentation of four shows includes works by Susan Hable, Esteban Patino, Stacie U. Rose and Michael Porten. Hable’s “Tending the Wild Quiet” transforms her garden into bold, luminous paintings. Patino’s “Shapeshifter” explores the deconstruction of meaning. Rose’s “Physical Invisible” features energetic abstract mixed media works. And Porten’s “Enjoy Yourself” is a series of oil paintings of flowers first rendered realistically and then blurred.
Continuing through Friday, May 22. Spalding Nix Fine Art, 425 Peachtree Hills Ave. NE, Suite 30A, Atlanta. 404-841-7777, spaldingnixfineart.com.
Calida Rawles: “Away with the Tides”
Spelman College Museum of Fine Art hosts an exhibition from alumna Calida Rawles, whose recent works utilize water as a vital, multifaceted element as well as a historically charged space. A large-scale video installation reflecting natural environments and the rich cultural history of Miami’s Overtown neighborhood will be part of the exhibition.
Continuing through Saturday, Sept. 5. $5 suggested donation. Spelman College Museum of Fine Art, 440 Westview Drive, Atlanta. 404-270-5607, spelman.edu.
America@250: Spano conducts Rachmaninoff and Bernstein
Acclaimed pianist Stephen Hough returns to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Music director laureate Robert Spano, who’s returning for a two-week residency, also leads a concert of Bernstein’s “Jeremiah” symphony. And the orchestra welcomes Grammy Award-winning mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor.
8 p.m. Thursday, April 30 and Saturday, May 2. $39.30 and up. Atlanta Symphony Hall, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4800, aso.org.
“Cluedunnit”
This outrageous new drag parody performed by Out Front Theatre Company merges murder, mystery and madcap mayhem.
Thursday, April 30-Saturday, May 16. $35-$40. Out Front Theatre, 999 Brady Ave. NW, Atlanta. 404-448-2755, outfronttheatre.com.
Atlanta Shakespeare and Belle Esprit present “Emma”
Produced by Atlanta Shakespeare Company in collaboration with feminist theater collective Belle Esprit, this reimagining of “Emma” is a whimsical adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel.
Thursday, April 30 and Friday, May 1 previews, Saturday, May 2-Sunday, May 31 performances. $20 and up. Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse, 499 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-874-5299, shakespearetavern.com.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the High Museum of Art
Credit: Photo courtesy of the High Museum of Art
High Frequency Friday
The High Museum of Art combines happy hour with an art party where guests are invited to grab a drink and socialize as DJs spin tunes. The museum’s special exhibitions and collections are also open for exploration.
6-10 p.m. Friday, May 1. $30. High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4400, high.org.
Atlanta Master Chorale: “Early Genius”
The Atlanta Master Chorale performs early works of Handel, Mozart and Mendelssohn.
8 p.m. Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2. $10-$42. Emory University, Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, Emerson Concert Hall, 1700 N. Decatur Road, Decatur. 404-727-5050, arts.emory.edu.
“Mean Girls”
Comedian Tina Fey’s “Mean Girls,” based on the movie of the same name, received accolades as a Broadway musical and will be staged by City Springs Theatre Company.
Friday, May 1-Sunday, May 17. $70 and up. Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, Byers Theatre, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs. 404-477-4365, cityspringstheatre.com.
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Breman
Credit: Photo courtesy of the Breman
“Convergence”
The Breman is partnering with concert host First Congregational Church to explore the sounds and themes of 100 years of Black and Yiddish music styles. Vocalist Anthony Russell will be backed by Dmitri Gaskin (accordion) and Raphael “Raffi” Boden (cello).
3 p.m. Sunday, May 3. Free with registration. First Congregational Church, 105 Courtland St. NE, Atlanta. 678-222-3700, thebreman.org.
Vega Quartet 20th anniversary celebration
The Vega Quartet celebrates its 20th year as Quartet in Residence at Emory University in a program that includes the Atlanta premiere of “String Quartet No. 1” by composer and alumnus Joel Thompson.
4 p.m. Sunday, May 3. Free, no ticket required. Emory University, Schwartz Center for Performing Arts, 1700 N. Decatur Road, Suite 312, Atlanta. 404-712-9894, arts.emory.edu.
Underscore winners and “Music for 18 Musicians”
Bent Frequency, a professional contemporary music ensemble in residence at Georgia State University, wraps up its season with winners of the Underscore competition alongside the 1976 work “Music for 18 Musicians.” Bent Frequency will be joined by Atlanta Contemporary Music Collective, ensemble vim, Chamber Cartel and smol ensemble.
2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 3. Free with online reservation, donations accepted. Georgia State University, Kopleff Recital Hall, 15 Gilmer St. SE, Atlanta. 404-413-5900, bentfrequency.com.
“Testify: Freedom in …”
Presented by A Soul Sanctuary, this immersive experience blends live music, storytelling, movement and sound, inviting participants to explore what freedom feels like within grief, inequality and other difficult realities.
7 p.m. Monday, May 4. $12-$25. 7 Stages Theatre, 1105 Euclid Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-523-7647. 7stages.org.
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