Events Calendar
July 1, 2012
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Britto Art Exhibit
Price: Free
July 1, 2012 09:00am - 11:00pm
Stop by Time Warner Center to see pop artist Romero Britto’s latest exhibit. Romero Britto (b.1963) is a Brazilian artist based in Miami. Born in the disadvantaged area of Recife, he was self-taught at an early age by painting on surfaces such as newspapers. In 1983, he traveled to Paris where he was introduced to the work of Matisse and Picasso. He combined influences from cubism with pop to create a vibrant and iconic style that The New York Times describes, “exudes warmth, optimism and love.”
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Printers, Monks & Craftsmen
Price: $7.00
July 1, 2012 10:00am - 06:00pm
This exhibition looks at the transitional period in hand press bookmaking through 14 Bibles printed between 1455 and 1525. As the era progressed, printers and other craftsmen involved in the production of a printed volume began to experiment with the possibilities hand press production afforded to create innovative, elegant books. Focusing on Gothic bindings and the structure of a selection of books drawn from the Rare Bible Collection a MOBIA, conservator Clare Manias explores regional differences in the volumes' styles, production, and form illustrating that printed books have stories to tell and are much more than what's between the covers. Tickets for Seniors and Students $4.00.
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The Adoration of the Magi by Bartolo di Fredi
Price: $7.00
July 1, 2012 10:00am - 06:00pm
Illustrating one of the most celebrated Renaissance themes, Bartolo di Fredi’s (c. 1330-1410) Adoration of the Magi will be reunited in this groundbreaking exhibition. The three known surviving panels of this Siense master’s unrivaled altarpiece are considered by many to be among Bartolo’s finest works. Composed of a monumental central panel depicting a tender visit of the Magi to the Christ Child, his Crucifixion and the mourning it brings, “Adoration of the Magi” by Bartolo di Fredi: A Masterpiece Reconstructed permits an in-depth study of this oft-depicted Christian narrative. Tickets for Seniors and Students $4.00.
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Paris Blues Revisited: Romare Bearden, Albert Murray and Sam Shaw
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Frederick P. Rose Hall
Peter Jay Sharp Arcade, 5th Floor Time Warner Center
New York [map]Price: Free
July 1, 2012 10:00am - 11:00pm
Designed as a book-on-the-wall, Paris Blues Revisited presents fine reproductions of collages by Romare Bearden, writing by Albert Murray and photographs by Sam Shaw. Following the Shaw-produced film Paris Blues, these three men decided to improvise their own Paris Blues – a collaborative picture-and-writing book celebrating Paris as well as Duke Ellington, co-composer (with Billy Strayhorn) of the movie's soundtrack and Louis Armstrong, one of that movie's stars. That book was never completed. Here, for the first time, finished pages, some of them unmistakable masterworks, as well as works-in-progress make clear the power of jazz to inspire collaborations of long-lasting beauty.
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The Tempest, starring Christopher Plummer
Price: Free
July 1, 2012 02:00pm - 04:45pm
Come and join us for a screening of THE TEMPEST, starring Christopher Plummer as the vengeance-seeking Prospero in Tony-winning director Des McAnuff's critically acclaimed adaptation, captured live at Canada's Stratford Shakespeare Festival. Followed by a pre-recorded Q&A with Christopher Plummer and Des McAnuff hosted by Barry Avrich. Seniors: $19.00 and Members: $18.00.
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Once
Price: Free
July 1, 2012 06:00pm - 07:30pm
Can’t get tickets to this Broadway musical that just won the drama desk award for best musical? Come and see the original film that inspired the live musical! Featuring Glen Hansard and his Irish band “The Frames.” The film tells the story of a street musician and a Czech immigrant during an eventful week as they write, rehearse and record songs that reveal their unique love story. Members: $9; Kids and seniors: $11.00.
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Summer Stage - Central Park
Summer Stage
Rumsey Playfield, Central Park (enter Fifth Ave. at 72nd Street or CPW at 72nd Street)
New York [map]Price: Free
July 1, 2012 07:00pm - 10:00pm
Founded in 1986 at the Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, SummerStage expanded to venues in all five boroughs two years ago. The program—featuring everything from screenings, dance performances and concerts—has now become synonymous with summer in the city; the best part is that the programming is largely free. This season kicks off with the SummerStage Gala June 5, honoring the music of Jimi Hendrix and featuring performances by G. Love & Special Sauce, Bebel Gilberto and The Roots. Go to www.summerstage.org to get complete schedule and times. E-mail info@summerstage.org for specific questions.
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The Swell Season
Price: Free
July 1, 2012 08:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join us for the documentary created by Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova who captivated audiences and earned two Academy Awards for their musical collaboration in the film Once. As their fictional romance blurred with reality, they fell in love, recorded an album, and embarked on a world tour. The Swell Season is much more than a documentary; it is a volatile and intimate portrait of a fractured romance. As Glen and Marketa’s relationship unhinges, ultimately music prevails as their enduring connection. Members: $9.00, Students: $11.00.