Learn with local artists as they lead free, informal basic drawing classes in the galleries. Open to adults at all skill levels. Bring a sketchbook and pencils.
Registration is not required, but participants should sign in at the front desk.
Jan 06, 2013
This program for children, held on the first Sunday of each month, includes two sessions in order to assure positive interactions and viewing experiences. One session is for ages five to eight and the other is for ages nine to 12. Each free session is led by an artist who takes participants through informal drawing exercises in relation to works in the Modern’s collection. Each child under the age of six must be accompanied by an adult during the program. Bring a sketchbook and pencils, or purchase supplies in the Modern Shop.
Jan 06, 2013
“Sean Penn performs another one of his amazing transmogrification acts as the rock star Cheyenne in This Must Be the Place.” Marjorie Baumgarten, Austin Chronicle. Cheyenne (Sean Penn), a 50-year-old former rock star, still dresses 'Goth' and lives in Dublin off his royalties. His father’s death brings him back to New York, where he discovers his father’s obsession with seeking revenge for a humiliation he suffered. Cheyenne decides to pick up where his father left off and starts a journey across America.
R; 118 minutes
Jan 06, 2013
Tickets are $15/$10 for students and are available for advance purchase at www.whiffenpoofs.com/tickets or at the door on the evening of the event. Performance in the Modern's auditorium. Seating is limited.
Jan 09, 2013
This program for families with young children is led by a docent and includes a gallery project designed by the education department. Both the tour and project focus on select works in the Modern’s collection. Registration is not required, but a sign-up sheet is provided at the front desk the day of the program. Attendance is limited; admission is free.
For more information, please send a message to childrensprograms@themodern.org.
Jan 11, 2013
Friday 6 and 8 pm; Saturday 5 pm; Sunday no noon show time, 2 pm, and 4 pm
“Rust and Bone is a strong, emotionally replete experience, and also a tour de force of directorial button pushing.” A. O. Scott, The New York Times. A struggling single father helps a beautiful whale trainer (Marion Cotillard) recover her will to live following a terrible accident that leaves her confined to a wheelchair.
R; 118 minutes; French with English subtitles
Jan 11, 2013
Friday 6 and 8 pm; Saturday 5 pm; Sunday no noon show time, 2 pm, and 4 pm
“Rust and Bone is a strong, emotionally replete experience, and also a tour de force of directorial button pushing.” A. O. Scott, The New York Times. A struggling single father helps a beautiful whale trainer (Marion Cotillard) recover her will to live following a terrible accident that leaves her confined to a wheelchair.
R; 118 minutes; French with English subtitles
Jan 12, 2013
Camille King and Natalie Arduino perform works from the Italian court, including the “Salve Regina” and “Stabat Mater” by Domenico Scarlatti
For information or to purchase tickets, call 817.738.7939 or visit www.texascamerata.org.
