PROGRAM GUIDE November 13, 2011–February 12, 2012
Jean Paul Gaultier whose early work in the 1970s earned him the nickname “enfant terrible” of fashion, is unquestionably one of the most important fashion designers in recent decades. This is the first exhibition devoted to Gaultier, who draws inspiration from dance, pop-rock, cinema, television, photography, and world cultures. The exhibition highlights Gaultier’s eclectic and vibrant sources of inspiration through a selection of more than 130 haute couture dresses and ready-to-wear pieces made between 1976 and 2011.
Related Programs Unless otherwise noted, all programs are included in general admission to the Museum and DMA members are FREE. Some programs require an exhibition ticket for The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier. Visit DallasMuseumofArt.org for more details.
November Lecture: Jean Paul Gaultier: Iconoclasm and Influence Thursday, November 10, 7:30 p.m. Reservations recommended; reserve your seat online at www.tickets.DallasMuseumofArt.org or by phone at 214-922-1818.
Dr. Caroline Weber, Associate Professor of French at Columbia University and author of Queen of Fashion: What Marie-Antoinette Wore to the Revolution, will look at how designers such as Gaultier use the corset and other Marie-Antoinette sartorial elements in their designs. The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier will only be open to DMA members this evening; the exhibition will open to the public on Sunday, November 13.
State of the Arts Presented in partnership with KERA’s Art&Seek
Thursday, November 17, 7:30 p.m. Reservations recommended; reserve your seat online at www.tickets.DallasMuseumofArt.org or by phone at 214-922-1818.
Join KERA’s Jeff Whittington for a thought-provoking conversation about fashion in Dallas and in museum exhibitions with Tracy Achor Hayes, Editor of FD Luxe, and Kevin W. Tucker, The Margot B. Perot Curator of Decorative Arts and Design, DMA.
Late Nights at the Dallas Museum of Art Friday, November 18, 6:00 p.m–midnight Explore the urban themes in Jean Paul Gaultier’s work with “sidewalk” performers, a fashion concert by Shanghai 5, tours, DJs, a screening of The Fifth Element, and more. Wear stripes and receive a 20% discount on a ticket to the exhibition.
Late Night Lecture: Jean Paul Gaultier: His Life and Times Friday, November 18, 7:00 p.m. Dr. Valerie Steele, Director and Chief Curator of the Museum of Fashion Institute of Technology, and founder of Fashion Theory, will discuss and analyze the work of Jean Paul Gaultier. She will also compare the work of Gaultier to that of other designers who were part of a new generation that emerged in the 1980s.
Late Night Workshop: Hat Making with Cassandra MacGregor of the House of MacGregor Friday, November 18, 9:30–11:30 p.m. Join local milliner Cassandra MacGregor of the House of MacGregor for an exciting evening of hat making in the Center for Creative Connections. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gallery Talk: The High Art of Haute Couture: Jean Paul Gaultier’s Use of Principles of Art and Design in Fashion Wednesday, November 30, 12:15 p.m. Join Dr. Lorynn R. Divita, Associate Professor of Apparel Merchandising at Baylor University, as she discusses the work of Jean Paul Gaultier. An exhibition ticket is required for this program.
December The Boshell Family Lecture Series on Archaeology presents
From Cleopatra to the Duchess of Cambridge: A Complete History of Fashion Thursday, December 1, 7:30 p.m. Reservations recommended; reserve your seat online at www.tickets.DallasMuseumofArt.org or by phone at 214-922-1818.
From the ancient Egyptians through the French Revolution to the British royal family, join fashion historian Bronwyn Cosgrave as she chronicles the evolution of fashion for women through social, cultural, and historical perspectives. Cosgrave is a broadcaster, a curator, and author of three critically acclaimed books, including Costume & Fashion: A Complete History and Made for Each Other: Fashion and the Academy Awards.
Hat Making with Cassandra MacGregor of the House of MacGregor Sunday, December 3, 1:00–4:00 p.m. Registration is required. Members $45/nonmembers $55. To register, visit www.tickets.DallasMuseumofArt.org. Space is limited.
Join local milliner Cassandra MacGregor of the House of MacGregor for an exciting afternoon of hat making in the Center for Creative Connections.
Urban Armor: Future Wear Sunday, December 11, 1:00–3:00 p.m. Free with general admission but registration is required. To register, call 214-922-1311 or e-mail sjessop@DallasMuseumofArt.org.
This workshop for tweens and teens will explore the imagination of Jean Paul Gaultier and highlight his sci-fi–inspired works, ranging from sketches to costume design. Participants will create their own piece of future-forward fashion from recycled and unconventional materials. All supplies are provided. The exhibition contains mature content. Discretion is advised.
Gallery Talk: Jean Paul Gaultier: Making Fashion History in Dallas Wednesday, December 14, 12:15 p.m. Myra Walker, Director of the UNT Texas Fashion Collection, will discuss the debut of The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier in Dallas and look at his designs in the context of global trends in fashion exhibitions. An exhibition ticket is required for this program.
January Studio Creations Saturdays and Sundays, January 7–29, 1:00–3:30 p.m. Use a family gallery guide to explore fashion and creativity in the collection, and then visit the studio to design a mini costume for a superhero, dog, or princess.
Gallery Talk Wednesday, January 11, 12:15 p.m. Learn more about The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier with Thomas Feulmer, Director of Educational Programming at The Rachofsky House.
Meaningful Moments Tuesday, January 17, 10:00–11:30 a.m. Free with registration. To register, call 214-922-1251 or e-mail access@DallasMuseumofArt.org.
In this program designed for individuals with early-stage dementia and their family members or caregivers, participants will have the chance to talk about fashion and design in the exhibition and experience an art-making activity in the studio.
Late Nights at the Dallas Museum of Art Friday, January 20, 6:00 p.m.–midnight Join us for our annual birthday bash as we celebrate the divas of Jean Paul Gaultier with a Madonna and Lady Gaga costume contest, performances, concerts, and family activities. Stay late for a screening of The Day Before: Jean Paul Gaultier.
Late Night Lecture: Fear and Clothing Friday, January 20, 9:00 p.m. Cintra Wilson, culture critic, author, and frequent contributor to the New York Times, has traveled around the United States exploring regional fashion in order to see the ways in which fashion reflects and articulates the political economy of each region. In her upcoming book Fear and Clothing, Wilson examines style choices as reflections of a person’s cultural identity, and the idea that people tend to wear their environment and their psychologies.\
Urban Armor: Future Wear Friday, January 20, 9:30–11:30 p.m. Drop-in participants are welcome but the class size will be limited to the first thirty people. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. To register, e-mail sjessop@DallasMuseumofArt.org or call 214-922-1311.
This workshop for tweens and teens will explore the imagination of Jean Paul Gaultier and highlight his sci-fi–inspired works, ranging from sketches to costume design. Participants will create their own piece of future-forward fashion from recycled and unconventional materials. All supplies are provided. The exhibition contains mature content. Discretion is advised.
Late Night Workshop: Hat Making with Cassandra MacGregor of the House of MacGregor Friday, January 20, 9:30–11:30 p.m. Join local milliner Cassandra MacGregor of the House of MacGregor for an exciting evening of hat making in the Center for Creative Connections. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fashion Workshop with Shirin Askari Saturday, January 28, 1:00 p.m. $50; discounts for DMA members and students Class size is limited and registration is required. Registration will open on Tuesday, November 1. To register, call 214-922-1818 or visit www.tickets.DallasMuseumofArt.org.
Learn fabric manipulation with Shirin Askari, fashion designer and former contestant on Project Runway. You will discover how to use detailed techniques to further your knowledge of designer garments such as the work of Jean Paul Gaultier. Use your new skills to bring the fabric to life and create a custom piece all your own. Intermediate sewing skills required and you must bring your own sewing machine to the workshop. All other materials will be provided.
February Gallery Talk Wednesday, February 1, 12:15 p.m. Learn more about The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier with Kevin W. Tucker, The Margot B. Perot Curator of Decorative Arts and Design, DMA. An exhibition ticket is required for this program.
Arts & Letters Live Presents
Fashioned Forward: a musical exploration of the creative spirit of fashion icon Jean Paul Gaultier Tuesday, February 7, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $37 public, $32 members and seniors, $15 students To purchase tickets, call 214-922-1818 or visit www.tickets.DallasMuseumofArt.org.
Using Gaultier’s creative spirit as inspiration, six musicians respond to his collections in a one-of-a-kind, one-night-only performance with music ranging from Madonna and Mendelssohn to Gershwin and Gaga. This marks the seventh collaboration of Arts & Letters Live with artistic programmer Ryan Taylor, who will create a multimedia extravaganza blending visuals of Gaultier’s work with musical and literary excerpts designed to resonate with the imagination of this celebrated French couturier, designer, and social provocateur.
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Admission Admission to Mark Bradford is included in general admission to the Museum (adults, $10; seniors 65+, $7; students with a current school ID, $5; DMA members free). The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier requires an exhibition ticket, see website for ticket prices.
Programs for Students and Teachers Visit DallasMuseumofArt.org/Education for information about programs and resources ® for students and teachers. Mark Bradford programs include Museum visits, Go van Gogh outreach, online teaching materials, and programs for teachers. The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier programs include Museum visits and programs for teachers.
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Also on View African Headwear: Beyond Fashion Through January 1, 2012 Mark Manders: Parallel Occurrences/Documented Assignments January 15–April 15, 2011
For additional information on exhibitions and related programs, visit DallasMuseumofArt.org.
The Dallas Museum of Art is supported in part by the generosity of Museum members and donors and by the citizens of Dallas through the City of Dallas/Office of Cultural Affairs and the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Mark Bradford is organized by the Wexner Center for the Arts, The Ohio State University. Major support for this exhibition is provided by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and Resource Interactive. Significant contributions are provided by The Broad Art Foundation, the Nimoy Foundation, Nancy and Dave Gill, and Toby Devan Lewis. General support for the Wexner Center for the Arts is provided by the Greater Columbus Arts Council, The Columbus Foundation, Nationwide Foundation and the Ohio Arts Council and by the Corporate Annual Fund of the Wexner Center Foundation and Wexner Center Members.
The exhibition in Dallas is presented by the Texas Instruments Foundation.
Additional support is provided by TWO X TWO for AIDS and Art, the Contemporary Art Initiative, and the Donor Circle membership program. Air transportation is provided by American Airlines. Mark Bradford cover image (detail): Mark Bradford in his studio, fall 2009, photo: Fredrik Nilsen Inside images (details): Mark Bradford, Bag of Tricks, 2009, nylon string and paper, courtesy of the artist and Sikkema Jenkins & Co., New York; Black Venus, 2005, billboard paper, photomechanical reproductions, acrylic gel medium, carbon paper, and additional mixed media, Berezdivin Collection; Bread and Circuses, 2007, photomechanical reproductions, acrylic gel medium, paper, acrylic paint, caulking, nylon string, carbon paper, and additional mixed media on canvas, Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, purchased with funds from Patrick and Mary Scanlan, 2008.42. All images © Mark Bradford.
The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier: From the Sidewalk to the Catwalk is organized by the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in collaboration with the Maison Jean Paul Gaultier. JoliCoeur International is the official supplier of mannequins for the exhibition.
The exhibition in Dallas is presented by Cadillac. Additional support is provided by the DMA’s Junior Associates Circle with funds raised through An Affair of the Art 2011: Maison de la Mode: House of Fashion; NorthPark Center; Forty Five Ten; and BBVA Compass. Air transportation in Dallas is provided by American Airlines. Promotional support provided by Catwalk by TIGI.
The Fashion World of Jean Paul Gaultier cover image: ”Paris by Night” print (detail), used for Paris and Its Muses collection, haute couture fall/winter 2000–2001,© Jean Paul Gaultier Inside images (details): Jean Paul Gaultier, Tribute to Ukraine and Russia collection, “Ce soir à Samarcande” gown, haute couture fall/winter 2005–2006, model: Erin O’Connor; Jean Paul Gaultier, Mermaids collection, “Sirène” gown, haute couture spring/summer 2008; Jean Paul Gaultier, Barbès collection, Women’s prêt-à-porter fall/winter 1984–1985; Jean Paul Gaultier, Fishnet tights, Parisiennes collection, haute couture fall/winter 2010–2011; All images © Patrice Stable/Jean Paul Gaultier