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Out & About Arts Calendar for May 19, 2017.

See this painting and more by artist Brian Antoine Woods at the “Return of the King” exhibition on display through May 26 at the 567 Center for Renewal.
See this painting and more by artist Brian Antoine Woods at the “Return of the King” exhibition on display through May 26 at the 567 Center for Renewal.

THEATER

“Moon Over Buffalo”

Comedy; directed by John Freeman. Adult themes, PG-13. Box office hours: 1-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Macon Little Theatre, 4220 Forsyth Road. $20 adults, $15 seniors (60+), $10 students (up to 23). 478-477-3342 or 478-471-7529. maconlittletheatre.org. 8 p.m. May 19-20; 2:30 p.m. May 21.

“Rumors”

A comedy by Neil Simon presented by the Backlot Players. Box Office is open two hours prior to show time. The Rose Theater, 23 W. Johnston St., Forsyth. $15 adults, $12 seniors, students and active military. thebacklotplayers.org. 7:30 p.m. May 19-20; 2:30 p.m. May 21.

“Murder in Sin City”

Murder mystery dinner theater presented by the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame. Benefits the Georgia Aviation Hall of Fame program, housed at the museum. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Hangar One, Museum of Aviation, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. $40 per person, $70 per couple; cash bar available. 478-328-0704. 478-926-6870. museumofaviation.org. 6:45 p.m. social time, 7:30 p.m. show, May 19-20.

“Happy Jack Trails”

An original Christian comedy performed by the Daily Bread Drama Team. Macon Evangelistic Church, 5399 Hartley Bridge Road. Donations accepted. 478-731-5538. 6:30 p.m. May 20.

“Broadway Babes”

A community dance program spring concert presented by Georgia College’s theater and dance department. Theme is “Broadway Babes,” featuring music about female heroines from Broadway musicals. Free. A reception will follow in the Ina Dillard Russell Library atrium. Russell Auditorium, Georgia College, Milledgeville. 1 p.m. May 21.

“An American Band”

The Madison Studio of Dance Education presents its annual recital. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Blvd. $15. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. May 21.

“The Jungle Book”

Spring performance by Dance Arts Studio students ages 3-7. Porter Auditorium, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road. 478-746-7083. 2 p.m. May 21.

“Salute, to America, Gershwin and a la Paris”

Spring performance by Dance Arts Studio students ages 8 and older. Porter Auditorium, Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Road. 478-746-7083. 3 p.m. May 21.

“Auntie Mame”

By Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee; directed by Jim Crisp. Tickets are available online and at the door beginning an hour before show time. Theatre Macon, 438 Cherry St. $25 adults, $20 seniors (60+), $15 for children/students through age 22. theatremacon.com. theatremacon438@gmail.com. 8 p.m. May 26-27, June 2-3; 7:30 p.m. June 1; 2:30 p.m. May 28 and June 4.

“Deception”

Presented by Creative Elite Productions. Douglass Theatre, 355 Martin Luther King Blvd. 478-742-2000. douglasstheatre.org. 6:30 p.m. May 27.

“Heroes: The Recital”

Presented by Kali Dance Studio. Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St. $15. 478-461-7602. dancekali729@gmail.com. kalidancestudio.com. 3 p.m. June 10.

CLASSICAL MUSIC

The Sound of China

A Guzheng performance from the Confucius Institute, featuring Yin Huang. wesleyancollege.edu. Burden Parlor, Wesleyan College. 6:30 p.m. May 27.

Buddy Greene

Part of Music & the Arts at Vineville. Vineville United Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. June 4.

A Mighty Wind

Barbershop quartet. Part of Music & the Arts at Vineville. Vineville United Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. July 16.

EXHIBITIONS

“Duality” Opening Reception

A judged exhibit featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists. Exhibit will be on display noon-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and noon-3 p.m. Saturday, May 18-June 9. Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery, 2330 Ingleside Ave. Free. 478-744-9557. middlegeorgiaart@bellsouth.net. middlegeorgiaart.org. 6-8 p.m. May 19.

Fine Art Show Opening Reception

Featuring the work of Middle Georgia artists in oil painting, mixed media, sculpture and 3D art. Exhibit on display through May 31. Sponsored by the Fine Art Society of Middle Georgia. FAS Gallery, 149 S. Commercial Circle, Warner Robins. fasmidga.org. 5-7 p.m. May 20.

Tony Harris Originals

Gallery show featuring the original art of professional illustrator Tony Harris. Ampersand Guild Hall, 503 Fifth St., second floor. Free. tonyharrisart.com. May 20-28.

“Pocket Waterfalls”

Featuring photographs of pocket waterfalls and Native American historical sites by Emily J. Gómez. Macon Arts Alliance Gallery, 486 First St. Free. maconartsalliance.org. 478-743-6940. Through May 26.

“Return of the King”

Featuring paintings, collage, ceramics and installations by Brian Antoine Woods. The 567 Center for Renewal Inc., 456 First St. Free. 478-238-6051. On display through May 26.

Gisela Colon’s PODS

Unifying sculpture and painting, Gisela Colon’s PODS are made of blow-molded plastic and have a swelling, asymmetrical geometry that suggests both organic and liquid forms. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. MASmacon.org. On display though June 11.

“Leading the Way: Macon Trailblazers and Activists”

Featuring 40 works by photographer Johnny Crawford, including portraits of Macon residents who have overcome obstacles and made significant contributions to the local community. Tubman Museum, 310 Cherry St. Free for Tubman Museum members, $5 non-members. tubmanmuseum.com. On display through July.

“Art on the Circle”

Featuring the works of Jimmy Maine, Lee Wettstein, Allan Carey and other artists. Hosted by the Middle Georgia Fine Art Society. See it 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Fine Art Society Gallery, 149 Commercial Circle, Warner Robins. Leslie Wallace, 478-396-9198. unicornsquest@hotmail.com. fasmidga.org. Ongoing.

Science on a Sphere

A room-size, global display system that uses computers and video projectors to display planetary data onto a 6-foot diameter sphere, similar to a giant animated globe. Presented in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Museum of Arts and Sciences, 4182 Forsyth Road. Free with museum admission, $5-$10. 478-477-3232. masmacon.org. Ongoing.

D-Day Exhibition

The interactive exhibition tells the story of the 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the 61st and 442nd Troop Carrier Groups that ferried them to Normandy, France, and the 325th Glider Regiment that fought alongside them. Museum of Aviation, Ga. 247 at Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. Free. 478-926-6870. museumofaviation.org. Ongoing.

AUDITIONS

Middle Georgia Concert Band

Membership is open to all wind and percussion players ages 17 and older. Tattnall Square Academy band room, Trojan Trail off Wesleyan Drive. For more information, visit middlegeorgiaconcertband.org or call 478-784-0541. 7-9 p.m. Mondays.

ET CETERA

Macon Music Volume 3 Contest

Submissions are being accepted from artists living or attending school in the Macon area through June 15. Judges will choose the top 10 songs to be featured on Volume 3 of the CD project. The artists selected to participate will be recording their tracks at 5/4 Music Space. The CD will be released this fall. Friends of Macon Music, 478-405-8907 or Friendsofmaconmusic@outlook.com. maconmusicinc.com.

Heart of Georgia Barbershop Chorus

Come and listen or join in the singing. Christ United Methodist Church Choir Room (administration building in the back of church), 511 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. hogchorus@gmail.com. 478-345-7464. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Monday.

Sweet Georgia Sound Show Chorus

Riverside United Methodist Church, 735 Pierce Ave. Singing lesson and first month of membership is free. 478-922-2541. 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Sketching at the Gallery

Bring your sketch pad and pencils and learn how to sketch portraits. Hosted by the Middle Georgia Fine Art Society. Fine Art Society Gallery, 149 Commercial Circle, Warner Robins. Free. Leslie Wallace, 478-396-9198. unicornsquest@hotmail.com. fasmidga.org. 6-7 p.m. Tuesday.

Mercer University Pipes and Drums

Lessons and rehearsal. No musical experience required. Pipe, drum lessons for interested community members. Room 109, Willet Science Center, Mercer University. Free. mercerpipesdrums.com. Jack.Mahaney@mercer.edu. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday.

Music in Me

Majestic School of Fundamental Music program for youth ages 6-17. Instructor: Richard Owens. Presented by Macon-Bibb Parks and Recreation Department. Frank Johnson Recreation Center, 2227 Mercer University Drive. Free. 9 a.m. Saturday.

This story was originally published May 18, 2017 at 12:59 PM with the headline "Out & About Arts Calendar for May 19, 2017.."

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