Adult and Family Programs: September–December 2012

September–December 2012

Adult and Family Programs

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Now on view in the Exhibition Gallery May 18, 2012–March 18, 2013

Ensemble: Albert C. Barnes and the Experiment in Education

Between 1912 and 1951, Albert C. Barnes assembled one of the world’s most important holdings of post-impressionist and early modern art, acquiring works by avant-garde European and American artists. Barnes continually experi- mented with the display of his collection, arranging and rearranging the works in ensembles, symmetrical wall compositions organized according to the formal principles of light, line, color, and space, rather than by chronology, nationality, style, or genre.

The ensembles changed as Barnes made acquisitions, trades, and new visual connections between the holdings, which diversified with the addition of African sculpture; antiquities; Asian art; Native American ceramics, jewelry, and textiles; manuscripts; old master paintings; and European and American decorative and industrial arts. Integrating art and craft, and objects from across cultures and time periods, Barnes sought to demonstrate the continuity of artistic traditions and the universal impulse for creative expression.

Drawing on the Foundation’s rich archives, and other non-Gallery collections, this textured exhibition charts Barnes’s important friendships, collaborations, and discourse with artists, philosophers, educators, collectors and dealers – including William Glackens, John Dewey, Violette de Mazia, Leo Stein, and Paul Guillaume – as he assembled his collection, refined his aesthetic and educational theories, and established the curriculum of his Foundation.

This exhibition is sponsored by

Additional support provided by the jill and sheldon bonovitz exhibition fund

Left: Albert C. Barnes with Fidèle, c. 1946. Photograph by Angelo Pinto. Photograph Collection, Barnes Foundation Archives

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Photo by Kashmir Williams

ToursDaily, 10:30 am, noon, 1:30 and 3 pm Tours of the Collection During these informative docent-led tours, you will learn about Dr. Barnes, his collection of masterpieces and his unique “ensemble” approach to displaying them. Tours last approximately one hour. $40; members $20. Reservations strongly recommended.

Audio Tours Audio Tours at The Barnes Foundation, an app with adult and family tours of the collection, can be downloaded for use on an iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, or Google Android device. On-site rental: $5; free for members. Download at home to your device: free

Daily FilmMonday–Friday, 11 am and 2 pmWeekends, 11 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm, and 3:30 pm

The CollectorA documentary narrated by John Lithgow explores the life of Albert C. Barnes. Free with admission. Space is limited.

Free First SundaysThe Barnes offers free admission on the first Sunday of every month from 1 pm to 6 pm. Reservations are required.

Free First Sundays is generously presented by PECO.

Friday Nights at the Barnes Join us each Friday night, 6–10 pm, for a lively mix of music, programs, lectures, and films. Cash bar and food for purchase.

First Friday! is generously sponsored by Wells Fargo.

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Performances and Other ProgramsFor Family Programs, see page 16.

To register for a program, visit www.barnesfoundation.org or call 888.616.0277, unless otherwise noted.

first friday!Friday, September 7 6–8 pmRelâcheThe Planets, commissioned by new-music ensemble Relâche, blends Kyle Gann’s score and John Sanborn’s imagery. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, September 7 6:30–7:30 pmA New Chapter in the Story of the ParkwayThe architectural history of the Barnes Foundation as part of the history of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.Built in the early 20th century as an example of the City Beautiful movement, this great boulevard reflects the changing needs and aspirations of Philadelphians. Art historian David Brownlee, Shapiro-Weitzenhoffer Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Barnes Foundation: Two Buildings, One Mission (2012), looks at the arrival of the Barnes Foundation on the Parkway. Architect and scholar Grace Ong Yan leads a discussion of its past and future. $15; members $12

Friday, September 7 7:30–8:30 pmBeer Tasting and Art ExplorationCompare subtleties of American craft beers with formal and sensory aspects of masterworks in the Barnes Foundation. With John Gatti, instructor of art and aesthetics. $40; members $30. Advance registration required.

Wednesday, September 12 10:30–11:30 amShakespeare Reading Group: HamletAn interactive reading series hosted by the Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre. Participants read aloud and discuss characters, language, and plot. Readings continue on: 10/10, 11/14, and 12/12. Free with building admission*

Friday, September 14 6–8 pmLUX A performance by LUX (Lincoln University Express) includes traditional jazz of the 1940s, as well as contemporary sounds, including smooth R&B. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

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Friday, September 14 6:30–7:30 pm Conversations with the Collection: Marsden HartleyPainter Marsden Hartley is the focus of a conversation between Mark D. Mitchell, associate curator of American art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, watercolorist Sherman Fleming, and muralist Meg Saligman. Part of a series in which scholars and artists discuss aspects of the Barnes collection, history, the creative process, and the threads that connect us. $15; members $12

members onlySaturday, September 15 10:30–11:30 am Building Two Buildings for the Barnes: David Brownlee, Lecture and Book Signing The Barnes Foundation’s first home, completed in 1925, was the product of the often stormy collaboration of Albert Barnes and architect Paul Cret. In designing its new home in Philadelphia, Tod Williams and Billie Tsien had to meet a number of challenges in building the new Philadelphia campus. Architectural historian David Brownlee is Shapiro-Weitzenhoffer Professor at the University of Pennsylvania and the author of The Barnes Foundation: Two Buildings, One Mission (2012). Member-only event. $12

Friday, September 216–8 pmThe Mike Boone Quartet Veteran bass player Mike Boone, a mainstay of the Philly jazz scene, and his eponymous quartet make their Barnes debut. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, September 216:30–8 pmShakespeare in Translation: Philadelphia Shakespeare TheatreAn evening of live performance, audience participation, and discussion focuses on Shakespeare’s The Tempest and Aimé Césaire’s Une Tempête, its famous adaptation for the African diaspora. Working with gifted multilingual actors, Katherine Rowe, professor of English at Bryn Mawr College, explores the conversation between the two plays. $30; members $20

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* Building admission and Friday night ticket include entry to the Special Exhibition Gallery and live performances. Admission to the Collection Gallery is not included.

Friday, September 21 (Rain date: Friday, September 28) 8:30–9:30 pmOrchestra 2001: John Cage Centennial HappeningIn a happening (Cage’s term for a concert event blurring the usual stage-audience relationship), Orchestra 2001 presents compositions by Cage (1912–1992), including pieces for string, keyboard, brass, and percussion instruments, as well as works for solo voice from the “Song Books.” $30; members $20

Friday, September 286–8 pmOscuro Quintet Philadelphia’s first tango music ensemble, Alban Bailly (guitar), Thomas Lee (piano), Shinjoo Cho (accordion), June Bender (violin), and Ben Blazer (bass), investigates tango’s traditions and suggests its future. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

first friday!October 56–8 pmWaynaA performance by Ethiopian-born, chart-topping, indie standout Wayna, who wows audiences and critics with her renditions of R&B and neo-soul and garnered a coveted 2009 Grammy nomination in the Best Urban/Alternative Performance category. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, October 56–6:45 pm (panel discussion)7–9:30 pm (film screening)Lady Sings the Blues: Panel Discussion and ScreeningThe Oscar-nominated film about jazz singer Billie Holiday appeared 40 years ago. A panel featuring film production professionals discusses the film’s impact on diversity and gender-equality in the entertainment industry, then and now. A screening of the film follows. Hosted by the Greater Philadelphia Film Office, in partnership with AfroTaino Productions. 1972, directed by Sidney J. Furie, 144 minutes. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, October 56:30–7:30 pmThe Parkway Campus: A Horticultural HistoryThe plantings at the Barnes Foundation’s Philadelphia site were chosen for aesthetic, functional, and historical reasons, including their connections to the arboretum and gardens at the Foundation’s campus at Merion, PA. These connections and the history of the downtown site are the subject of a talk

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by Drew Lehrian, head gardener, and Katy Rawdon, director of archives, libraries, and special collections. $12; members $10

Wednesday, October 17 10:30 am–noonTempesta di Mare: Adam Pearl, HarpsichordTempesta di Mare, Philadelphia’s baroque orchestra, presents a program that includes a solo suite by Johann Sebastian Bach, dances by Jean-Henri d’Anglebert, and solos by Jacques Duphly. Adam Pearl has performed with Tempesta di Mare since 2004 and teaches at the Peabody Conservatory. $36; members $18. Includes noon admission to the Collection Gallery.

members only Thursday, October 1810:30–11:30 amWhy We Love to Hate Renoir: Martha Lucy, Lecture and Book Signing Pierre-Auguste Renoir is among the world’s most popular artists, and Albert C. Barnes collected his work obsessively. Yet Renoir is often the subject of ridicule; one critic wrote that “Renoir may be the worst artist ever to achieve canoni-cal status.” What is it about his art that inspires such mixed reactions? Dr. Lucy, author of Renoir in the Barnes Foundation (2012), ponders this and other questions. Member-only event. $12

Friday, October 196–8 pmPaul Jost and the Modern Rock EnsembleThe Modern Rock Ensemble, featuring vibraphonist Tony Miceli, explores music of the '60s, including Led Zeppelin, the Beatles, and Aerosmith, in a jazz setting. Performing with Miceli are Paul Jost (vocals), Kevin MacConnell (bass) and Charlie Patierno (drums). Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, October 196:30–8 pmMagic and Macbeth: Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre An evening of live performance, audience participation, and discussion focuses on the three witches of Shake-speare’s Macbeth. Dr. Annalisa Castaldo, associate professor of English and director of gender and womens studies at Widner University, leads the discussion and investigates Shakespeare’s experiments with gender, magic, and audience assumptions. $30; members $20

Tuesday, October 238 am–2 pmFall Is for Photographs: Lessons from a Pro. Master Class WorkshopProfessional garden photographer Rob Cardillo teaches beginners and seasoned photographers about creating

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dramatic vistas and floral portraits. After his lecture, students head into the gardens to shoot. A critique follows lunch. $100; members and for Pennsylvania Horticultural Society members $90. Registration is required. Takes place at Merion.**

Friday, October, 266–8 pm Venissa Santi: Afro-Cuban Jazz One of the 21st century’s new breed of vocalists, Santi sings an exciting blend of American and Cuban standards, folkloric songs, and original compositions that reflect influences ranging from Billie Holliday and Betty Carter to Celia Cruz. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, October 266:30–7:30 pmOpera Recital: Opera Company of PhiladelphiaIn honor of National Opera Week (October 26–November 4), soprano Michelle Johnson and baritone Troy Cook join pianist Laura Ward in a recital of opera favorites, classical song, and treasured American standards. Two tickets to an upcoming OCP production will be raffled at the event. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

first friday!Friday, November 26–7 pmJeremy Dyen and PhillyBloco’s Michael StevensA mix of rock and samba to warm up the fall evening. Included with gallery admission or with Friday night ticket*

Friday, November 2 8:30–9:30 pmPhillyBlocoPhillyBloco sets a raucous mashup of samba, funk, reggae, and more, to irresistible Brazilian carnival rhythms. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, November 26:30–7:30 pmBee-Keeping, Urban Farming, and Sustainability A discussion of community gardens, the regional food system, and the honeybee’s impact on agriculture, by Cricket Brien of LUSH Landscape Architecture and chair of the Barnes Foundation’s Aboretum Advisory Committee, Haile Johnston, co-founder and co-director of Common Market, and Don Shump, owner of the Philadelphia Bee Co. $15; members $12

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** Program takes place at 300 North Latch’s Lane, Merion, PA 19066.

Friday, November 27:30–8:30 pmTwo Alberts: Conservation at the BarnesAlbert Barnes understood the significance of conservation and preservation. With Albert Nulty, whom he hired in 1917, he created a conservation program for the Barnes Foundation’s collection. Senior Director of Conservation and Chief Conservator of Paintings Barbara Buckley talks about its early history. $12; members $10

members onlyWednesday, November 710:30–11:30 amGreening of the Barnes: William McDowellThe Barnes Foundation is on track to be the first major cultural institution to receive LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) platinum certification. William McDowell, senior building project executive, discusses features of the new building behind its high rating. The rating system was devised by the United States Green Building Council to evaluate the environ-mental performance of buildings. Member-only event. $12

Thursday, November 87:30 pmCézanne: A LifeAlex Danchev, author of a new biography of artist Paul Cézanne, tells the story of an artist who, during his lifetime, was considered a barbarian, an outsider, and a revolutionary. Free, no tickets required. This event takes place at the Free Library of Philadelphia Central Branch, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia.

Friday, November 96–8 pmLisa Chavous QuintetA memorable evening of jazz by Lisa Chavous, known for her energetic performances of jazz, blues, and soul. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Wednesday, November 141–2:30 pmA Focus on Fall Color In a tour of the Barnes grounds at Merion, experts explain the science of fall color, point out other autumnal delights, and tell you what you should be doing in your own garden at this time of year. $23; members and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society members $18. Registration required. Takes place at Merion.**

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Friday, November 166–8 pmNajwa Parkins: The After Hours Trio + OneThe After Hours Trio + One is a Philadelphia-based jazz quartet with a distinctive sound. Najwa Parkins sings, while Luke Brandon (trumpet), Dan Hanrahan (guitar), and Justin Sekelewski (bass) play arrangements of jazz standards and original compositions. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, November 166:30–8 pmShakespeare from Around the World: Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre An evening of live performance, audience participa-tion, and discussion focuses on Shakespeare as a global phenomenon, whose plays are continually adapted and re-imagined for contexts far removed from Renaissance England. Dennis Austin Britton, assistant professor of English at the University of New Hampshire, leads the discussion. $30; members $20

Friday, November 236–8 pmThe Robin Work EnsembleVocal sensation Robin Work has been singing profes-sionally for over 30 years and has performed throughout the eastern United States and Canada, in musical genres ranging from pop to big band to jazz. Accompanists are Tony Miceli (vibraphone) and Kevin MacConnell (bass). Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, November 306–8 pmPower of TenPower of Ten, Philadelphia’s concert jazz ensemble, performs music that ranges from remixes of the Beatles and Carole King to new renditions of classical music and original mainstream jazz. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

first friday!Friday, December 76–8 pmBlack Pearl Chamber OrchestraPhiladelphia’s Black Pearl Chamber Orchestra is a world-class ensemble that reflects the cultural diversity of the Delaware Valley region. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

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Friday, December 76:30–7:30 pmThe Move to the Parkway Moving the collection from Merion to the new Barnes building in Philadelphia was a complex operation. Deputy Director of Art and Archival Collections and Gund Family Chief Curator Judith Dolkart, Senior Director of Conservation and Chief Conservator of Painting Barbara Buckley, Senior Registrar Nancy Leeman, and Senior Conservator of Objects Margaret Little discuss it. $15; members $12

Friday, December 77:30–8:30 pmAfter-Dinner Cordials and Art ExplorationExplore the delightful intrigue of digestifs and look at masterworks from the Barnes that complement and challenge the flavors and scents of treasured cordials. With John Gatti, instructor of art and aesthetics. $40; members $30. Registration required: www.barnesfoundation.org/events/

or 888.616.0277

Monday, December 1010 am–noonHoliday Wreath–Making WorkshopMake a fragrant, festive holiday wreath, swag, or centerpiece, with instructors from the Barnes Arboretum. Bring pruning shears and gardening gloves. $80; members and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society members $65.

Registration required: pennhort.net/event registration or 215.988.8869.

Takes place at Merion.**

members onlyWednesday, December 1210:30–11:30 am Ensemble: Albert C. Barnes and the Experiment in EducationJudith Dolkart, deputy director of art and archival collections and Gund Family Chief Curator, discusses Ensemble: Albert C. Barnes and the Experiment in Education, the current special exhibition. The exhibition charts Barnes’s relationships with artists, philosophers, educators, collectors, and dealers, as he assembled his collection, refined his theories, and established the Foundation’s curriculum. Member-only event. $12

Friday, December 146–8:30 pm Bing and Ruth Bing and Ruth is an 11-piece ensemble led by composer and pianist David Moore. The band crafts expansive soundscapes and quiet microtonal textures from clarinets, voices, cellos, and a buffet of other acoustic instruments. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

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Friday, December 14 6:30–7 pmElizabeth by Tori Lawrence + Co: Film PremierSet in an 18th-century house and its surrounding wheat fields, this experimental dance on film is accompanied by the rich soundscapes of composer Vicki Brown and cellist Mona Chambers. 2012, directed by Tori Lawrence; cinematography by Christopher Landy. 10 minutes Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, December 147:30–8:15 pmSite-Specific Dance by Tori Lawrence + Co. and Bing and RuthInspired by forgotten, antiquated, deteriorating, grand, and common spaces, Tori Lawrence + Co. creates innovative site-specific dances that investigate the relationship between movement and place. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, December 216–8 pmMONKadelphia Tony Miceli (vibraphone), Tom Lawton (piano), Chris Farr (saxophone), Micah Jones (bass), and Jim Miller (drums) play music by jazz great Thelonius Monk. Included with gallery admission or Friday night ticket.*

Friday, December 216:30–8 pmShakespeare and Genuine Emotion: Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre An evening of live performance, audience participation, and discussion focuses on Shakespeare’s Hamlet as a repository of human emotions. Matt Kozusko, associate professor of English at Ursinus College, leads the discussion. $30; members $20

Friday, December 28 6–8 pmPapo Gely: Los Latinos del SonThe renowned Puerto Rican singer, songwriter, and producer performs love songs with lush Latin American melodies and tropical rhythms. Free with $10 building admission*

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For FamiliesArtSee Family Programs stir the imagination and generate excitement about the art, architecture, and nature that make up the Barnes Foundation. Programs are designed for pre-school children, youth, and families. New programs for teens will roll out soon.

terrific touring tools

Riddle of the Room Family Audio TourWhat can be real or imaginary and still point you in the right direction for great art detection? Find out by playing this creative, self-guided, interactive audio game designed especially for ages 7–12. On-site rental: $5; free for members. Download at home to your own device: free

Riddle of the Room ArtSee Gallery KitCalling all art detectives! Visiting the Barnes collection is challenging fun as you solve the riddle of the room posed on the art cards in this kid-friendly tote designed for ages 7–12. Free

artsee activities drop-in program

The entire family gets into the creative act by making an array of exciting art and craft projects. Pick up your free program tickets on-site to access the activities. Collection Gallery admission is not included.

Friday, September 21, 5–7 pmSaturday, September 22, 11 am–1 pmSunday, September 23, 1–3 pmAwesome ArchitectureObserve and sketch architectural details, construct your own diorama, and design a building bag.

Friday, October 19, 5–7 pmSaturday, October 20, 11 am–1 pmSunday, October 21, 1–3 pmGame On!Hoops, balls, cards, and sports of all sorts! Decorate your amazing maze, super game card, and game-on bag.

Friday, November 16, 5–7 pmSaturday, November 17, 11 am–1 pmSunday, November 18, 1–3 pmNative American Arts and CraftsCelebrate Native American Heritage Month. Design your own special crafts inspired by pots and rugs on view.

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Friday, December 21, 5–7 pmSaturday, December 22, 11 am–1 pmSunday, December 23, 1–3 pmPattern PaperPatterns fill the Barnes with delightful forms and lots of color. Create your own pattern paper and decorate a seasonal bag.

peppy preschool programs

ARTime Storytime Every Thursday, (except 11/22), 10:30–11 am Listen, dance, create, and sing to the art of Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, Van Gogh, and other artists in the collection. Best for children ages 3–5 and their caregivers.Free. Space is limited. Reservations required: www.barnesfoundation.org/education/families. Admission to the Collection Gallery is not included.

ARTime Pajama Tour Every 3rd Friday, 6–6:30 pm (9/21, 10/19, 11/16, 12/21)An entertaining exploration of the galleries for children 5 and under and their caregivers.Free with Collection Gallery admission. Space is limited. Reservations required: www.barnesfoundation.org/education/families

after school afternoon

Artkids @ the Movies Every 1st Wednesday, 4–6 pm (9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5)Cinémathèque Internationale of Philadelphia and the Barnes Foundation present an exciting assortment of international and American films that connect to the Barnes collection. From feature films to animated shorts, there is always something new to see and discover. Best for ages 6–12 and their caregivers.

September 5: Ratatouille, a charming, computer-animated comedy, tells the tale of Remy, a young rat who yearns to be a chef. 2007, directed by Brad Bird and Jan Pinkava. 111 minutesFree. Reservations required. Admission to the Collection Gallery is not included. For film listings and to reserve your tickets, go to: www.barnesfoundation.org/education/families

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Adult and Family Programs: September–December 2012