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Alias Man Ray
November 15, 2009 - March 14, 2010
Alias Man Ray presents a fresh look at the diversity of Man Ray's body of work, examining it in the context of his lifelong cover-up of his Russian-Jewish immigrant past and his suppression of his background. The project marks the first time that his willful construction of an artistic persona is explored and demonstrates how this personal agenda informs his work and methods.
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Image Credit:
Man Ray, Le violon d'Ingres, 1924, vintage gelatin silver print. Rosalind and Melvin Jacobs Collection. © 2009 Man Ray Trust / Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY / ADAGP, Paris.
Thursday, November 12, 2009.
Exhibition Opening
Exhibition Programs
Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention
November 15, 2009 - March 14, 2010
Alias Man Ray presents a fresh look at the diversity of Man Ray's body of work, examining it in the context of his lifelong cover-up of his Russian-Jewish immigrant past and his suppression of his background. The project marks the first time that his willful construction of an artistic persona is explored and demonstrates how this personal agenda informs his work and methods.
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Image Credits:Man Ray, Le violon d'Ingres, 1924, vintage gelatin silver print. Rosalind and Melvin Jacobs Collection. © 2009 Man Ray Trust / Artists Rights Society (ARS), NY / ADAGP, Paris.
Sunday, November 15, 2009.
For more info visit www.thejewishmuseum.org. A Day of Reinventing Ritual at The Jewish Theological Seminary
Public Programs
The JTS in collaboration with The Jewish Museum, presents a day on their campus featuring workshops with artists, including Tobi Kahn, Rachel Kanter and Allan Wexler -- in the Museum's exhibition Reinventing Ritual, and an adaptation of Galeet Dardashti's performance The Naming, capped by an analysis of the day's activities by Vanessa Ochs.
For further information, contact:
publicevents@jtsa.edu or 212.280.6093, or visit www.jtsa.edu/reinventingritual
Tickets: $36 general; FREE ages 7-17; FREE JTS students and alumni.
Register Online here
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Image Credit: Image Credit: Studio Armadillo: Hadas Kruk (Israeli, b. 1970) and Anat Stein (Israeli, b. 1972). Hevruta-Mituta, 2007. Plastic chess board and thirty-two knitted skullcaps. 2 3/8 x 27 1/2 x 27 1/2 in. (6 x 70 x 70 cm). Courtesy of the artists, Tel Aviv.
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.thejewishmuseum.org. Concert
Family Programs
Gustafer Yellowgold
2:00 pm
Gustafer Yellowgold concerts blend hip, delightful music with vibrant moving images, entrancing both kids and adults. New York Magazine named illustrator/songwriter Morgan Taylor "Best Kids' Performer" in 2008.
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$16 Adults; $11 Children
JM Family Member Prices: $13 Adults; $9 Children
Ages 3 and up.
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 2:00 PM.
Film: Herskovits at the Heart of Blackness
Public Programs
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 pm
Margaret Mead Film & Video Festival: Herskovits at the Heart of Blackness
Director: Llewellyn M. Smith, 2009, 57 min, New York Premiere
Program F22 l Linder Theater
Who has the authority to tell another culture’s history? Melville J. Herskovits, a second-generation Jewish-American, redefined the way the world understands African-American history. At a time when eugenics dominated the study of race, Herskovits examined the roots of African American culture in Africa, hoping the uncovering of cultural links would improve black American self-image. Combining his field films made in Nigeria, Dahomney, Mali, and elsewhere with key moments in anthropological and civil rights history, as well as interviews with current-day scholars, Herskovits demonstrates the nuances of identity politics involved in anthropological study. Who has access to the archives? Who gets their research funded? Who is objective and who is self-interested? When Herskovits, founder of the white-dominated…
Sunday, November 15, 2009, 2:00 PM.
Daytime Lecture Series: Man Ray and the Legacy of Dada
Public Programs
This three-part lecture series considers the life, work and legacy of Man Ray (born Emmanuel Radnitzky), considered to be one of the most important figures in the Dada and Surrealist movements of the early 20th century. Man Ray's work in painting, experimental photography, fashion photography and other media not only played a critical role in the New York and European avant-garde art movements, but continues to resonate in contemporary art and culture.
November 16
From Emmanuel Radnitzsky to Man Ray: The Birth of a Dada Artist
The artistic beginnings and subsequent career of Man Ray will be considered along with his connection to Marcel Duchamp and other leading figures of the Dada movement.
November 30
From Dada to Surrealism: Man Ray in the Twenties and Thirties
The development of Man Ray's photographic work will be explored including a look at his experiments with avant-garde techniques and his equally important fashion photography.
December 7
Man Ray in the 21st Century
This lecture…
Monday, November 16, 2009, 11:30 AM.
Fall 2009 Corporate Viewing
Corporate Member Events
Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention
Monday, November 16, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Join us for a private evening exclusively for employees of our Corporate Members. Relax with your colleagues during the reception over light food, wine, and other refreshments then enjoy a first look and docent led tours of our new exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention, the first major Man Ray exhibition in New York in 35 years.
Email corpmembership@thejm.org to request an invitation.
Only requests from corporate member email addresses will receive the invitation. Please mention Fall Corporate Viewing in the subject line.
Monday, November 16, 2009, 6:30 PM.
For more info visit www.thejewishmuseum.org. Educator Workshop
Educator Programs
Photography and the Art of Man Ray
4:00 –7:00 pm
Explore the groundbreaking art of 20th-century artist Man Ray. Randy Williams, Professor of Studio Art and Art Education at Manhattanville College and Instructor at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, will discuss inventive ways of bringing photography and Man Ray’s art into the classroom. Participants tour the exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention to consider Man Ray’s photography in relation to his paintings, objects and films.
Recommended for elementary, middle and high school educators.
Program Fee: $10 (refreshments will be served)
Advance registration and payment required. To register, please call 212.423.3289 by Thursday, November 12.
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Educator Workshops are made possible by a generous grant from the Kekst Family.
Thursday, November 19, 2009, 4:00 AM.
Daytime Lecture Series: Man Ray and the Legacy of Dada
Public Programs
This three-part lecture series considers the life, work and legacy of Man Ray (born Emmanuel Radnitzky), considered to be one of the most important figures in the Dada and Surrealist movements of the early 20th century. Man Ray's work in painting, experimental photography, fashion photography and other media not only played a critical role in the New York and European avant-garde art movements, but co ntinues to resonate in contemporary art and culture.
November 16
From Emmanuel Radnitzsky to Man Ray: The Birth of a Dada Artist
The artistic beginnings and subsequent career of Man Ray will be considered along with his connection to Marcel Duchamp and other leading figures of the Dada movement.
November 30
From Dada to Surrealism: Man Ray in the Twenties and Thirties
The development of Man Ray's photographic work will be explored including a look at his experiments with avant-garde techniques and his equally important fashion photography.
December 7
Man Ray in the 21st Century
This lecture…
Monday, November 30, 2009, 11:30 AM.
Lines of Distinction Lecture
Public Programs
Alias Man Ray
Through his work as painter, photographer, sculptor, object maker,
and poet, Man Ray recast the concept of artistic identity. As a complex figure who needed to be anonymous yet not blend in with the crowd, Man Ray was caught in an ongoing process of concealment and self-assertion. This lecture, by exhibition curator Mason Klein, will address how this conundrum became a critical part of Man Ray’s work. Klein argues this contradiction informed the ways in which Man Ray was able to use his art to reconcile his alienation as a Jew from a Russian immigrant family, for he managed to be at once assimilated and an outcast.
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Member Prices: $10
General: $15; Students / Over 65: $12
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The Lines of Distinction lecture has been endowed by Barbara and Benjamin Zucker in memory of Lotty and Charles Zucker and by Susanne Hallo Kalem, William W. Hallo, and the late Ruth Hallo Landman, in memory of Dr. Gertrude Hallo.
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Image Credit:
Man Ray, Le violon d'Ingres, 1924, vintage gelatin…
Thursday, December 3, 2009, 6:30 PM.
Art Workshop & Gallery Tour
Family Programs
Family Workshop for Children with Special Needs
11:30 am–1:00 pm
Join us for a morning of art and activities for families who have children with special needs, ages 5 to 12. Participants will explore the work of twentieth-century artist Man Ray through an art project and guided gallery activities. Snacks will be provided.
Ages 5 to 12
Admission is free but advance registration is required. Space is limited.
Please call 212.423.3256 to register.
Sunday, December 6, 2009, 11:30 AM.
Daytime Lecture Series: Man Ray and the Legacy of Dada
Public Programs
This three-part lecture series considers the life, work and legacy of Man Ray (born Emmanuel Radnitzky), considered to be one of the most important figures in the Dada and Surrealist movements of the early 20th century. Man Ray's work in painting, experimental photography, fashion photography and other media not only played a critical role in the New York and European avant-garde art movements, but co ntinues to resonate in contemporary art and culture.
November 16
From Emmanuel Radnitzsky to Man Ray: The Birth of a Dada Artist
The artistic beginnings and subsequent career of Man Ray will be considered along with his connection to Marcel Duchamp and other leading figures of the Dada movement.
November 30
From Dada to Surrealism: Man Ray in the Twenties and Thirties
The development of Man Ray's photographic work will be explored including a look at his experiments with avant-garde techniques and his equally important fashion photography.
December 7
Man Ray in the 21st Century
This lecture…
Monday, December 7, 2009, 11:30 AM.
Studio Class & Gallery Tour
Family Programs
Reuse, Reinvent: Electric Hanukkah Menorahs
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Tour the special exhibition Reinventing Ritual: Contemporary Art and Design for Jewish Life and work with multimedia artist duo LoVid to craft your own glowing Hanukkah menorah using low-tech electronics and sculptural techniques.
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$12 per adult; $10 per child
$10 adult family level member; $8 child family level member
Ages 8 to 12
Advance registration is required. Space is limited.
Please call 212.423.3337 to register.
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 10:30 AM.
Hanukkah Concert
Family Programs
ShiraLaLa
2:00pm
Join us for a one-of-a-kind Hanukkah concert featuring the fabulous kiddie-rock stylings of singer Shira Kline. Sizzle like latkes to the contagious beats of Hanukkah Bamba and more!
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$16 Adults; $11 Children
JM Family Member Prices: $13 Adults; $9 Children
Ages 3 to 8.
Sunday, December 13, 2009, 2:00 PM.
Vacation Week Drop-In Workshop
Family Programs
Lights, Collage, Action!
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Design your own mixed media collage box inspired by the theme of light. Explore the special exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention with your family to spark ideas for a luminous creation.
Free with Museum admission
Age 3 and up
Ongoing: Sunday, December 27 through Tuesday, December 29; & Thursday, December 31.
Thursday, December 24, 2009, 1:00 PM.
A Family Celebration
Family Programs
December 25
11:30 am–3:00 pm
We turn the Museum over to families for this New York holiday tradition. A huge drop-in arts and crafts extravaganza, live music and gallery hunts add up to a special day with your family.
Free with Museum admission
Age 3 and up.
Friday, December 25, 2009, 11:30 AM.
Vacation Week Drop-In Workshop
Family Programs
Lights, Collage, Action!
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Design your own mixed media collage box inspired by the theme of light. Explore the special exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention with your family to spark ideas for a luminous creation.
Free with Museum admission
Age 3 and up
Ongoing: Sunday, December 27 through Tuesday, December 29; & Thursday, December 31.
Sunday, December 27, 2009, 1:00 PM.
Family Film Days
Family Programs
3rd Annual Really Rosie To The Muppet Show
11:30 am–2:30 pm
Enjoy an afternoon of classic family films and television episodes. See Maurice Sendak’s spunky heroine Really Rosie sachet across the big screen and listen to the loveable Kermit and Miss Piggy sing their hearts out. Snacks provided during intermission.
Free with Museum admission
Ages 3 to 9.
Monday, December 28, 2009, 11:30 AM.
Vacation Week Drop-In Workshop
Family Programs
Lights, Collage, Action!
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Design your own mixed media collage box inspired by the theme of light. Explore the special exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention with your family to spark ideas for a luminous creation.
Free with Museum admission
Age 3 and up
Ongoing: Sunday, December 27 through Tuesday, December 29; & Thursday, December 31.
Monday, December 28, 2009, 1:00 PM.
Vacation Week Drop-In Workshop
Family Programs
Lights, Collage, Action!
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Design your own mixed media collage box inspired by the theme of light. Explore the special exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention with your family to spark ideas for a luminous creation.
Free with Museum admission
Age 3 and up
Ongoing: Sunday, December 27 through Tuesday, December 29; & Thursday, December 31.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 1:00 PM.
Vacation Week Drop-In Workshop
Family Programs
Lights, Collage, Action!
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Design your own mixed media collage box inspired by the theme of light. Explore the special exhibition Alias Man Ray: The Art of Reinvention with your family to spark ideas for a luminous creation.
Free with Museum admission
Age 3 and up.
Thursday, December 31, 2009, 1:00 PM.
2010 NYJFF
Film Festival/Film Programs
The New York Jewish Film Festival (NYJFF) is a preeminent showcase for world cinema that investigates, records, and celebrates the Jewish experience. Founded in 1992, the annual Festival is a collaboration between The Jewish Museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center. The New York Jewish Film Festival presents a diverse program of narrative features, documentaries, and short films, including world, United States, and New York premieres.
About the NYJFF: www.thejewishmuseum.org/NYJFF
Past NYJFF: www.thejewishmuseum.org/PastFilmFestivals.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010 – Thursday, January 28, 2010.