Amplify 817: Lia Graham

Lia Graham is a singer/songwriter known for her heartbreaking lyrics and unique melodies. Drawing inspiration from classic rock and indie folk, Lia's music comes from a place of emotion and honesty. Recorded and produced locally, she hopes her songs find you exactly at the right time and place. Having moved to Fort Worth just a year ago, she’s found herself in a songwriting community she describes as “beyond welcoming.”

This event is free and open to the public.

Artist Rashid Johnson and Chief Curator Andrea Karnes in Conversation

Join artist Rashid Johnson in conversation with the Modern’s Chief Curator, Andrea Karnes, held in conjunction with the exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers. Johnson and Karnes will explore the ideas, materials, and conceptual underpinnings that shape the exhibition, reflecting on how the artist’s multidisciplinary practice engages with history, identity, and collective experience.

Silent Night: Music for the Silent Screen showcasing Metropolis

Directed by Fritz Lang, 1927
NR; 148 minutes

“The mediator between head and hands must be the heart.” This iconic line from Metropolis reveals the central message of this trailblazing science fiction epic that continues to speak to cinemagoers today. Brought to the screen by visionary German director Fritz Lang (Scarlet Street, M) and cinematographer Karl Freund (Dracula, 1931; The Mummy, 1932), Metropolis is hailed by filmmakers and critics alike as one of the most influential films ever made.

The Princess Bride

Directed Rob Reiner, 1987
PG; 98 minutes

“The film's strength begins with a deftly crafted script that does what many had believed was impossible: converting a book to film without losing anything in translation.” —Jeff Strickler, Minneapolis Star Tribune

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Directed Ang Lee, 2000
PG-13; 120 minutes

“Once in a great while, a movie engages us so thoroughly that we slip the surly bonds of Earth and experience a rare moment of transcendence. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is such a movie.” —Charles Ealy, Dallas Morning News

In 19th century Qing Dynasty China, a warrior gives his sword, Green Destiny, to his lover to deliver to safe keeping, but it is stolen, and the chase is on to find it. The search leads to the House of Yu where the story takes on a whole different level.

Rob Roy

Directed Michael Caton-Jones, 1995
R; 139 minutes

“Strange. I thought I had seen enough sword fights in movies to last a lifetime, but I was wrong. The sword fight in Rob Roy reinvents the exercise, and the movie itself brings hot red blood to the costume genre.” — Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

Swan Strings presents: Brianne Sargent

Brianne Sargent is a Dallas-based bassist, cellist, producer, and composer whose work bridges contemporary performance, recording, and interdisciplinary collaboration. A member of the band Skinny Cooks, she brings a dynamic and genre-fluid approach to her practice, with credits that span live performance and major recordings. Her work can be heard on songs by Mariah Carey and Kehlani, and she has performed alongside artists including Sheila E., Yolanda Adams, and Alejandro Escovedo.

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