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Prime Minister and Defense Minister David Ben-Gurion performing a headstand, Sharon Hotel Beach, Herzliya, Sept. 20, 1957, by Paul Goldman.

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PARIS AT THE WOODRUFF THROUGH DEC. 31
The Woodruff Arts Center, along with its divisions, the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and High Museum of Art, invites patrons to visit Paris this fall without leaving the country. Visitors will have the opportunity to create a personalized Paris at the Woodruff ticket office by selecting multiple events for different dates, times and venues. www.woodruffcenter.org

RICHARD III OCT. 11-NOV. 4
Georgia Shakespeare presents the bard's gripping finale to his War of the Roses plays. Richard III features one of the greatest villains, who cheats, murders and schemes his way to the throne. $15-$40. www.gashakespeare.org

THE FORGOTTEN PHOTOGRAPHS OCT. 11-DEC. 31
The Breman presents the work of Paul Goldman, a Hungarian Jew whose admired skill and talent earned him access to famed figures of the time. Because his work was often published without credit, he died nearly penniless and blind in 1986. His work was salvaged by his daughter and is once again brought to life. $10. www.thebreman.org

MIDTOWN MIXER OCT. 25
The Margaret Mitchell House and Museum welcomes members and guests to mingle while enjoying cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and live music against the backdrop of this historic landmark. $5. www.gwtw.org

FIREBIRD AND CONCERTO BAROCCO OCT. 27-28
A Russian folk tale gets a new treatment in this premiere at Georgia Ballet. Original choreography, sets and costumes ignite the senses in this innovative and visually stunning production to the triumphant Igor Stravinsky score of the same name. $25-$32. www.georgiaballet.org

COMPARING BOOKS OCT. 10-NOV. 4
Jewish Theatre of the South combines The Sopranos with Risky Business when Brown University student Brad Feingold finds himself in debt to the mob. $18-$35. www.jplay.org

Family

BOO AT THE ZOO OCT. 12-27
The gates of Zoo Boo Town swing open only on six magical nights! Be there when the spell breaks. Travel the paths, taste the treats and enjoy the sights, sounds and fascinating inhabitants of enchanted Zoo Boo Town. $10. www.zooatlanta.org

PETER PAN OCT. 25-28
Atlanta Ballet brings back John McFall's acclaimed production of the adored Peter Pan. Fly away with the cast to Never-Never Land for this never-never-disappointing, electric ballet featuring Captain Hook, Tinkerbell and all the Darling children. $15-$80. www.atlantaballet.com

5TH ANNUAL PUMPKIN FESTIVAL OCT. 5-28
Stone Mountian's fall festival has become a family favorite. Come experience Pumpkinpalooza, ride the Pumpkin Express Train, compete in the Pumpkin Pie Eating contests, enjoy fall arts and crafts, pumpkin bowling, the South's Largest Talking Pumpkin Tree and much more. Prices vary. www.stonemountainpark.com

ALICE'S WONDERLAND OCT. 1-JAN. 13
Crawl into the Underground and fall through the earth at Imagine-It. The exhibit will encourage exploration and help make the unknown more familiar as children learn math, science and literacy skills. $11. www.imagineit-cma.org

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