Sunday, August 31, 2008
"SP List"
SPecial events
This week's arts and entertainment calendar
Festivals and Happenings
6TH ANNUAL FALL VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS BAR TOUR
Walking tour of 11 bars and restaurants with food and drink specials (including $5 house wine at all bars). Participating venues include Moe’s & Joes, Diesel, Atkins Park, Hand in Hand, Blind Willie’s, Noche and more. Register from 2 p.m.-8 p.m. at Limerick Junction. Tour runs from 2 p.m.-10 p.m. For more information, visit www.atlantabartours.com.
DECATUR BOOK FESTIVAL
The third annual installment of Decatur’s fast-growing festival winds down with panels, appearances, musical performances and more, including a closing concert by Patterson Hood of Athens’ Drive-By Truckers. Through Aug. 31. For complete schedules, directions and more, visit www.decaturbookfestival.com.
DRAGON*CON 2008
Atlanta’s premier multimedia pop-culture celebration of science fiction, comics, fantasy, gaming, literature, art, film and music, with guests ranging from Adam West to “Heroes” star Hayden Panettiere. Through Monday, Sept. 1 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Hyatt Regency Atlanta, Atlanta Hilton and Sheraton Atlanta Hotel. www.dragoncon.org.
DRIVE INVASION
Cult classic moviesincluding “Forbidden Planet” and “Barbarella,” live music and a classic car show. Through Aug. 31 at the Starlight Six Drive-In Theatre. www.driveinvasion.com.
GRANT PARK SUMMER SHADE FESTIVAL
Sixth annual event features a 5K run, an artist market, a children’s fun center, live music and Corks & Forks, “a fine food and wine event.” Through Aug. 31 in historic Grant Park. For tickets and other information, visit www.summershade.org.
LABOR DAY CELEBRATION
Enjoy caving, canoeing, a hayride, kite-flying, fishing, hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. Free hot dogs, hamburgers, snacks and beverages. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 30-Sept. 1 at Cloudland Station, 9862 Highway 193, Chickamauga, Ga. Admission is free. For more information: 404-297-4350. www.cloudlandstation.com.
LAST BLAST OF SUMMER
Fifth annual blowout includes a free concert on Sunday, Aug. 31, featuring country artist Terri Clark and Georgia’s own Zac Brown Band, starting at 4:45 p.m. Fireworks accompany the 25th anniversary Lasershow Spectacular on Friday and Monday. Through Sept. 1 at the Memorial Lawn at Stone Mountain Park. Admission is included in the $10 parking fee. www.stonemountainpark.com.
NEAL BOORTZ & SEAN HANNITY: TOGETHER AND UNCENSORED
The conservative talk-show hosts hold court in a rare, joint live appearance following their experiences at the Democratic and Republican National Conventions. 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Tickets range from $7.50-$50. 404-249-6400. www.cobbenergycentre.com.
Theater, Dance, Music and Opera
ANITRA HOLLEY & HANK BARBEE
The duo performs live acoustic music. 6-9 p.m. every Wednesday on the patio at Aiko in Buckhead. 404-869-4800. www.aikoatlanta.com.
COUCH PARTY
This weekly improv event takes place every Thursday night at the Laughing Skull Lounge at the Vortex on Peachtree Street. The doors open at 8 p.m. and the laughs start at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. 404-875-1667. www.thevortexbarandgrill.com.
EDNALDO QUEIROZ
The acclaimed gypsy flamenco guitarist performs. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Olde Mill Steakhouse at 2960 Cobb Parkway, 6:30-9:30 p.m. 770-952-6042. www.oldemillsteakhouse.com.
FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE/WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF
Jasmine Guy (“A Different World”) directs this production of the acclaimed show. Through Sept. 7 at the 14th Street Playhouse. For tickets and other information, visit www.ikamproductions.com.
JAZZ JOURNEYS
Series showcasing variety of jazz artists. 7 p.m. Friday nights through December in the atrium of the Georgia Aquarium. Tickets are $19.50-$26, or free with purchase of Friday general admission. Free for annual pass members. www.georgiaaquarium.org.
ORGANIZED TIME
The local Hammond B-3 organ jazz combo, featuring vocalist Kayla Taylor, performs. 8 p.m.-midnight every Thursday at the Catch & Blue Olive Lounge at 4665 Lower Roswell Road in Marietta. Admission is free. www.catchseafoodrestaurant.com.
SUNDAY IMPROV SUNDAY
Check out funny stuff from Highland Project Company and Freeze Dried Monkey at this weekly event. 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the 10 High. Admission is $5. www.freezedriedmonkey.com.
WHOLE WORLD THEATRE
The improv group presents a variety of shows each week. Ladies Night takes place at 8 p.m. Thursday, with free admission for women between 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Regular tickets are $16. The MainStage Improv Show starts at 10:30 p.m. Friday and at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are $21. On Sunday, the “All You Can Eat Comedy” show features local and up-and-coming comedians. Tickets are $8. 404-817-7529. www.wholeworldtheatre.com.
Family
ENDS OF THE EARTH: FROM POLAR BEARS TO PENGUINS
This Fernbank Museum of Natural History exhibit uses hands-on interactives and dioramas to investigate the Earth’s two poles, the Arctic and Antarctic. Runs through Jan. 2, 2009. 404-929-6300. www.fernbankmuseum.org.
UNDER THE BIG TOP: YOU’RE THE RINGMASTER
Circus-themed, interactive exhibit teaches children the important role they play in keeping their bodies strong and healthy. Through Sept. 14 at Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. 404-659-5437. www.imagineit-cma.org.
Exhibitions and Gallery Shows
THE LOUVRE AND THE ANCIENT WORLD
More 70 works from the cultures of Greece, Rome and Egypt, through Sept. 7, 2008 at the High Museum of Art. “Houdon at the Louvre: Masters of Enlightenment,” featuring portraiture by Jean-Antoine Houdon, continues through Sept. 7. “Road to Freedom: Photographs of the Civil Rights Movement” and “After 1968: Contemporary Artists and the Civil Rights Legacy” continue through Oct. 5. Admission is $18. 404-733-5000. www.high.org.
MELANIE STEVENS
The artist presents an exhibit of mixed media works. Through Sept. 9 at Urban Grind Café. 404-724-0605. www.melaniestevensart.com.
TITANIC AQUATIC
Authentic artifacts from the famed wreck and interactive experiences bring the Titanic to life. Through Spring 2009 at the Georgia Aquarium. www.georgiaaquarium.org.