Neruda
Directed by Pablo Larraín, 2016
R; 107 minutes
After the Chilean president outlaws communism in 1948, the poet Pablo Neruda (Luis Gnecco) and his artist wife Delia (Mercedes Morán) are forced into hiding. While the mundanity of life on the run holds little charm for the cultured pair, it proves to be a time of prolific output for the poet, as Neruda’s ideologically charged poems rouse the people and give voice to the voiceless.
ART AFTER LIFE: Edward & Marilyn Henrion’s Love Story
Directed by Gabe Van Horn
Documentary; 71 minutes
Join artist Marilyn Henrion and filmmaker Gabe Van Horn for an exclusive preview screening of the feature documentary ART AFTER LIFE: Edward & Marilyn Henrion’s Love Story followed by a post-film discussion.
This event is free and open to the public.
6 pm - Artist Talk with Marilyn Henrion at Café Modern
7 pm - Film begins, followed by Q&A
The Texas Wesleyan Music Department will be presenting a special musical showcase that celebrates a wide variety of music. These musical styles include performances by student and faculty members. From the expressive sounds of choir and solo vocalists to the energy of jazz, instrumental ensembles, and the vibrant traditions of mariachi, there will be music for every music lover to enjoy. Experience the versatility, creativity, and talent of our music community as we bring together different genres and musical voices for an engaging celebration of music.
Family Zine-Making Activity
2–4 pm
Join us in the galleries for a family-friendly, collaborative zine-making project that explores literary themes and redacted poetry.
Trio Glossía, formed in late 2022, is a Denton- and Dallas-based jazz ensemble. Steeped in the traditions of original composition as well as free improvisation, their sound draws on influences including avant-garde/free jazz, harmolodic funk, rock in opposition, chamber music, and hard bop. Free wheeling jazz collides with angular melodies, medications on dark and light, primal screams, and a relentless swing—a musical approach both visceral and meticulously crafted.
Performance artist, choreographer, and producer TeeDee Simons’s response to Rashid Johnson’s Stage, 2026, is a duet that explores the vesica piscis motif—a symbol dating back to Byzantine iconography that often appears in Rashid Johnson’s work. This performance finds inspiration in the symbol as a source for movement-making. The choreography continually returns the two dancers to their inhabited circles, each in conversation with the other.
Directed by Adam Rifkin, 2025
94 minutes
When schoolteacher Cecil Peachtree misses the last train to Fortune, he strikes a deal with outlaw Dooley to secure safe and timely travel. On the journey, the two develop an odd friendship through the power of knowledge.
The Modern invites everyone to participate in In the Making: The Sculpture Project, a series of art-making activities for all ages and skill levels, in partnership with artists Trey Burns and Tamara Johnson of Sweet Pass Sculpture Park.
Join The Communiversity Village & B.O.B. of DFW for a Saturday film screening and panel about activistpreneurship from noon until 4 pm in the Modern's auditorium. Reserve your seat HERE!
In partnership with kNOwBOX dance, the Modern is excited to present a special kNOwBOX dance Film Festival (NBFF) 2026 USA Preview during First Friday at the Modern. Now in its eighth season, NBFF is an international dance film festival celebrating dance on screen, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cinematic experimentation.
