At the Skirball Sep/Oct 2017
president’s Greeting On the cover of this issue of At the Skirball is a work of art titled La India (1923), by Mexican artist Abraham Ángel. This painting will be on view in our major new exhibition, Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico. Who was Anita Brenner? As a journalist, art critic, and anthropologist, she played a vital role in introducing Mexican art and culture to American audiences. She knew and influenced such luminaries as José Clemente Orozco, Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and David Alfaro Siqueiros. Yet until now her prominent role in the Mexican Renaissance of the 1920s has been little known outside Mexico. Through more than 150 objects, this exhibition introduces her remarkable life and work to a wider audience. It also explores how, as the child of Latvian Jewish immigrants in Mexico, Brenner lived the experience of the outsider. By focusing on her role as a cultural ambassador, the exhibition initiates a valuable conversation about the complexities of nationality and identity on both sides of the border. To deepen such encounters is not only to appreciate differences, but also to transcend them. At the Skirball we seek to build bridges of understanding across cultures. This new exhibition meets this objective admirably. We invite you to experience Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico and the many exhibitions that are part of Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA, the trailblazing exploration of Latin American and Latino art organized by the Getty. The Skirball is proud and grateful to participate.
Uri D. Herscher
Founding President and CEO Skirball Cultural Center
OUR MISSION The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of meeting guided by the Jewish tradition of welcoming the stranger and inspired by the American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. We welcome people of all communities and generations to participate in cultural experiences that celebrate discovery and hope, foster human connections, and call upon us to help build a more just society.
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PLAN YOUR VISIT Skirball Cultural Center 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 440-4500 • skirball.org
FREE on-site parking Street parking strictly prohibited ADA accessible parking available
GALLERIES MUSEUM HOURS
Tuesday–Friday, 12:00–5:00 p.m. Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Last entry to Noah’s Ark is at 4:00 p.m. Last entry to other Museum galleries is at 4:30 p.m.
Closed Mondays and holidays, including September 21 and 30 and October 5
MUSEUM ADMISSION All exhibitions are included with Museum admission. $12 General $9 Seniors, Full-Time Students, and Children over 12 $7 Children 2–12 FREE to Members and Children under 2 FREE to all on Thursdays
See Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA exhibitions for FREE! On September 17, enjoy complimentary admission to the Skirball and all participating PST: LA/LA institutions across the city. This FREE day is supported by Bank of America and administered through the Getty. Or plan your visit for October 28, when participating PST: LA/LA institutions located in the West LA and Valley region will offer a second day of FREE admission. Visit pacificstandardtime.org for a list of participating institutions. Note: Advance tickets to Noah’s Ark are highly recommended on weekends and during school breaks, including for Members. Tickets on FREE Thursdays, September 17, and October 8 and 28 are first-come, first-served only (no advance tickets), subject to availability.
SHOPPING AND DINING AUDREY’S MUSEUM STORE
Tuesday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Closed Mondays and holidays (310) 440-4505 • skirball.org/shop
ZEIDLER’S CAFÉ
Tuesday–Saturday, 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Sundays, 11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Closed Mondays and holidays (310) 440-4515 Zeidler’s Cart is also open daily until 4:30 p.m.
TICKETING See p. 31 for ticketing methods and policies.
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Tina Modotti, Anita Brenner, c. 1926. Gelatin silver print, 3-3/4� x 2-3/4�. Courtesy of the Witliff Collections, Texas State University.
EXHIBITIONs September 14, 2017–February 25, 2018
ANOTHER PROMISED LAND Anita Brenner’s Mexico Discover the life and work of a fascinating cultural figure of twentieth-century Mexico, Anita Brenner (1905–1974). A Mexican-born journalist, art historian, and anthropologist of Latvian Jewish descent, Brenner chronicled the Mexican Renaissance of the 1920s and played a vital role in introducing Mexican art and culture to US audiences. Through more than 150 objects—including artworks by close friends Diego Rivera, José Clemente Orozco, Edward Weston, Jean Charlot, Frida Kahlo, and David Alfaro Siqueiros—Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico underscores her efforts to build cultural understanding between the United States and Mexico. By weaving together Brenner’s story with the history of Mexico and its relationship with the United States in the twentieth century, the exhibition opens a conversation about the complexities of nationality and identity on both sides of the border. Curators in conversation! Gain expert insight into the exhibition at this FREE moderated discussion between guest curator Karen Cordero and Skirball curator Laura Mart at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 17. See p. 15. Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico is part of Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA, a far-reaching and ambitious exploration of Latin American and Latino art in dialogue with Los Angeles, taking place from September 2017 through January 2018 at more than seventy cultural institutions across Southern California. Pacific Standard Time is an initiative of the Getty. The presenting sponsor is Bank of America.
TOURS
Tuesday–Sunday 1:00 p.m. beginning October 10
Included with Museum admission Tickets available at the door
Lead support for the exhibition, publication, and programming for Another Promised Land is provided by grants from the Getty Foundation:
Lead support is also provided by:
Ellie and Mark Lainer Additional support is provided by:
Linda and Michael Keston Media sponsors:
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Ken Gonzales-Day, “Danny,” mural by Levi Ponce, Van Nuys Blvd. at Telfair Ave., Pacoima, 2013. Photo © 2017 Ken Gonzales-Day.
EXHIBITIONS
October 6, 2017–February 25, 2018
SURFACE TENSION BY KEN GONZALES-DAY Murals, Signs, and Mark-Making in LA Experience Los Angeles through a new lens. Surface Tension by Ken Gonzales-Day: Murals, Signs, and Mark-Making in LA features more than 140 new photographs that capture murals, street art, graffiti, and sign painting across the city—from East LA to Venice Beach, from Pacoima to Watts. The exhibition illustrates how murals portray the experiences of diverse communities and define the visual landscape of Los Angeles. In a city characterized by an expansive sprawl of diverse neighborhoods easily bypassed via freeways, the exhibition encourages visitors to examine their surroundings, venture off familiar paths, and encounter new communities. Surface Tension by Ken Gonzales-Day: Murals, Signs, and Mark-Making in LA is part of Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA, a far-reaching and ambitious exploration of Latin American and Latino art in dialogue with Los Angeles, taking place from September 2017 through January 2018 at more than seventy cultural institutions across Southern California. Pacific Standard Time is an initiative of the Getty. The presenting sponsor is Bank of America.
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TOURS
Thursday–Sunday 12:30 p.m. beginning October 19
Generous support for Surface Tension by Ken Gonzales-Day and related educational programs is provided by:
Pasadena Art Alliance Photographic Arts Council • Los Angeles Sauvage Family Specialty Family Foundation
Media sponsors:
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RELATED PROGRAMS Tuesday, October 10, 8:30 p.m.
PANCHO VILLA FROM A SAFE DISTANCE
Visit the Theatre at Ace Hotel to watch this experimental chamber opera about Pancho Villa, the legendary bandit, enigmatic general, and hero of the Mexican Revolution. With music by visionary composer Graham Reynolds and a libretto by Mexico City–based theater collective Lagartijas Tiradas al Sol, the opera is an insightful examination of the Mexican and Mexican American impact on the culture and politics of West Texas (and the American Southwest). This rousing performance contributes to the current conversation about borders and the limitations of the concept of delineated states. Copresented with Los Angeles Performance Practice as part of the fifth annual LAX Festival and the LAX/MEX 2017 exchange. (In English and Spanish with English and Spanish supertitles.)
Ticket sales open August 17. Friends of the Skirball, use promo code Skirball10 to receive a $10 discount.
$25–$45 General
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Presented at the Theatre at Ace Hotel!
“Think Zappa meets Hermeto Pascoal.” —DownBeat
Tuesday, October 24, 8:00 p.m.
EL AUTOMÓVIL GRIS Featuring a Live Score by Troker
Watch the Mexican silent film El Automóvil Gris (The Grey Automobile, 1919), and be mesmerized by a live performance from the world-renowned Mexican band Troker. Considered one of the most important cinematic works in silent film history, El Automóvil Gris is a tale of cops and robbers. In this special engagement, the escapades of the Grey Automobile Gang, who once terrorized the streets of Mexico City, come to life with Troker’s score, an innovative fusion of jazz, funk, prog rock, DJ scratching, and traditional mariachi. Arrive early to view the exhibitions! Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico (see pp. 6–7) and Surface Tension by Ken Gonzales-Day: Murals, Signs, and Mark-Making in LA (see pp. 8–9) will be FREE to ticketholders and open from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
$25 General | $20 Members | $15 Full-Time Students
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EXHIBITIONs Ongoing
VISIONS AND VALUES Jewish Life from Antiquity to America Explore 4,000 years of Jewish experience through the permanent exhibition Visions and Values: Jewish Life from Antiquity to America, displaying objects from the Skirball’s renowned collection of Judaica.
Included with Museum admission Tickets available at the door
TOURS
Etrog container, nineteenth century. Silver, cast and engraved. Jewish Cultural Reconstruction, Inc., formerly Nauheim Collection (1952 #77). HUCSM 21.5.
Thursday–Sunday 2:00 p.m.
PRIVATE TOURS Sign up for a private, docent-led tour for groups of 10 or more. For scheduling and pricing, call (310) 440-4534 or visit skirball.org/private-tours.
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FESTIVAL
All ages
Sunday, October 8, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Museum doors and Will Call open at 10:00 a.m.)
SKIRBALL HARVEST FESTIVAL A Sukkot Celebration Bring in the fall harvest season and celebrate the Jewish holiday of Sukkot at this daylong festival—curated and produced in partnership with Artisanal LA, a showcase of handmade edibles and home goods. With family and friends, explore the Skirball campus transformed into a socially conscious, bustling market, offering abundant produce, an assortment of locally sourced fare, home goods, craft beer, and more. Program partners include LA Kitchen, Food Forward, Homeboy Industries, and Imperfect Produce. Dance and sing along to performances by Cunyá, S.H.I.N.E. Mawusi, Mostly Kosher, and the Dustbowl Revival. Then participate in a community art project with artist Becca Lofchie. Visitors of all ages will create and collage a one-of-a-kind, mix-matched garden. For a complete schedule and additional details, visit skirball.org/harvest. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited one-hour tickets to Noah’s Ark will be available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
FREE | Reservations recommended
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WORDS AND IDEAS Sunday, September 24, 2:00 p.m.
NICOLE KRAUSS—FOREST DARK
Don’t miss National Book Award finalist and bestselling author Nicole Krauss (Great House, The History of Love), hailed by the New York Times as “one of America’s most important novelists.” In her fourth novel, Forest Dark, Krauss masterfully entwines two disparate narratives about two unrelated characters seeking answers in the Israeli desert. With its innovative structure and deeply affecting, sumptuous prose, the novel showcases Krauss’s always remarkable fiction. Books available for purchase. A book signing follows the program. This program is copresented with American Jewish University’s Whizin Center for Continuing Education.
FREE | Reservations recommended
Tuesday, September 26, 8:00 p.m.
NATHAN ENGLANDER— DINNER AT THE CENTER OF THE EARTH
Join Pulitzer Prize finalist Nathan Englander (For the Relief of Unbearable Urges) as he discusses his latest novel, Dinner at the Center of the Earth. Set in the highly charged territory of the Israeli-Palestinian conf lict, Englander’s work centers on the complex relationship between a prisoner and his guard and the moral ambiguities haunting them both. Books available for purchase. A book signing follows the program.
FREE | Reservations recommended
Sunday, October 22, 2:00 p.m.
SOCIAL GOOD SALON
The Skirball’s Social Good Salons invite people of all backgrounds and ages to learn about current events and socially relevant topics and then exchange ideas and opinions. At this salon, begin by watching the New York Times Op-Doc Hotel U.S.A. (2017)—Andrea Meller and Marissa Pearl’s short about the exciting and bewildering experience of a refugee’s first night in the United States. After the screening, participate in a facilitated discussion of the film’s themes. This program is copresented with Facing History and Ourselves.
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TUESDAYS AT TWO Delve deeper into a variety of topics and explore new activities at these FREE afternoon programs.
Tuesday, September 19, 2:00 p.m.
THE ART OF COMPASSIONATE CUISINE Whether you’re a caregiver for a loved one or learning the art of self-care, Jonathan Forgash, chef and founder of Servana Care, will teach you how to create meals with emotional and nourishing content. Providing valuable information on dietary choices and practical techniques for safe and empowered cooking at home, Forgash offers his insights and invites the audience to help one another by sharing their personal stories, knowledge, and advice.
Tuesday, October 17, 2:00 p.m.
CURATORS IN CONVERSATION
Learn more about cultural trailblazer Anita Brenner and the exhibition Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico (see pp. 6–7) at this moderated discussion between guest curator Karen Cordero and Skirball curator Laura Mart.
Tuesday, October 24, 2:00 p.m.
JEWISH MEDITATION
Find your center and quiet your mind with meditation teacher Alison Laichter. Drawing from the long history of contemplative practice within Judaism, Laichter infuses meditation techniques with Jewish language, intentions, texts, and understanding for an inclusive and illuminating session.
All programs listed above are FREE Reservations recommended
Hotel U.S.A.
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film CINEMA TUESDAYS Tuesday, September 5, 1:30 p.m.
HAROLD AND LILLIAN
Meet two unsung heroes of Hollywood’s Golden Age: storyboard artist Harold Michelson and film researcher Lillian Michelson. Their impressive list of credits includes The Apartment, The Birds, The Graduate, Rosemary’s Baby, Scarface, and many more. Through love letters, film clips, and candid conversations with Harold and Lillian, Danny DeVito, Mel Brooks, Francis Ford Coppola, and others, this fascinating documentary from Academy Award–nominated director Daniel Raim chronicles the Michelsons’ remarkable marriage and their extraordinary careers through six decades of movie-making history. (2015, 100 min. No MPAA rating.)
A Q&A with film subject Lillian Michelson follows the screening. Harold and Lillian
Tuesday, September 12, 1:30 p.m.
LITTLE MEN
Two best friends have their relationship tested when their parents feud. Directed by Ira Sachs. (2016, 90 min. Rated PG.)
Tuesday, October 3, 1:30 p.m.
THE ROCKET
In this blazingly original drama, a ten-year-old boy and a James Brown impersonator use a cylinder full of explosives to overcome life’s obstacles. Directed by Kim Mordaunt. (2013, 92 min. No MPAA rating. In Laotian with English subtitles.)
Tuesday, October 10, 1:30 p.m.
IN BETWEEN DAYS
Aimie, a teenager recently transplanted from her native South Korea to a snowbound North American city, struggles to find her way in a strange land of new faces. Directed by So Yong Kim. (2006, 82 min. No MPAA rating. In English and Korean with English subtitles.)
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CLASSES Tuesdays, October 3–November 7, 1:30–3:00 p.m.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF WOMEN IN WORLD RELIGIONS
Examine the impact of various religious traditions on women’s lives. Beginning in prehistory, as revealed through archaeology and anthropology, explore cultures that worshipped the sacred as feminine. Then consider the gradual change to male-oriented religious practice, chronicling the JudeoChristian-Islamic traditions. Finally, survey the role of women and the feminine sacred in contemporary world religions. Instructor: Phyllis Herman, PhD (Chair of the Department of Religious Studies, California State University, Northridge) 6 sessions
$150 General | $120 Members Advance registration required
This female pillar figurine may have been worshiped as a symbol of fertility. Such figurines have been found in sanctuaries, homes, and tombs. Pillar figurine, Israel. Clay, molded, fired. Iron II, 1000-586 BCE. HUCSM A0455.
Wednesdays, October 4–November 8, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
JEWISH ARTISTS IN PARIS The School of Montparnasse Back by popular demand! Jewish artists immigrated to Paris at the dawn of the twentieth century to follow their dreams. In the Montparnasse district, they created a community that flourished in opposition to the established art world, giving birth to a sensual, expressive, and vibrant school of painting and sculpture. With emphasis on the work of Chaïm Soutine, Marc Chagall, Jules Pascin, Amedeo Modigliani, Moïse Kisling, Pinchus Krémègne, Chana Orloff, and others, this lecture class examines the brushwork, scandals, politics, and passions of Montparnasse. Instructor: John Paul Thornton 6 sessions
$155 General | $125 Members Advance registration required
Moïse Kisling, Portrait of a Woman, c. 1920s. Oil on canvas. From the Art Collection of Alexander and Rena Lieberman in memory of Janet L. Miller. Gift of Dr. Walter Miller MD, Wendy Miller and Dr. Donald Case, and Betsy, John, and Kyra Andersen. HUCSM 41.939.
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CLASSES
Selection of menu items at Bricia Lopez’s Guelaguetza
Wednesdays, October 4, November 8, December 6, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
NAVIGATING PACIFIC STANDARD TIME: LA/LA
This year’s Getty-led Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA focuses on the nexus between Latin American and Los Angeles’s art and architecture. In this class, see iconic LA artworks and visit exhibitions at a range of participating institutions, including the Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles; independently curated shows in Chinatown; the CSU Northridge Art Galleries; murals in the north San Fernando Valley; and Hollywood/ Highland art galleries and public spaces, such as LAXART and LACE. Detailed schedules, artist information, driving and parking directions, and suggestions for restaurants in the area will be provided prior to each meeting. Instructor: Barbara Gilbert, PhD (Curator Emerita at the Skirball) Class size limited to 20 students (no guests). Start time may vary. Transportation for first and last session not included. Carpooling is recommended. Transportation provided on November 8. 3 sessions
$150 General | $120 Members | Advance registration required Tuesdays, October 24, November 14, December 12, 7:30–9:00 p.m.
FLAVORS OF MEXICO
Inspired by the fall exhibitions (see pp. 6–9), explore various regional cuisines of Mexico through lectures, cooking demonstrations, tastings, and opportunities for hands-on participation. On October 24, Gilberto Cetina (Holbox) shares his recipe for Yucatán fish. On November 14, Jimmy Shaw (Lotería! Grill) prepares specialties of Mexico City. Finally, on December 12, Bricia Lopez (Guelaguetza) makes Oaxacan mole. Facilitator: Lara Rabinovitch, PhD 3 sessions
$125 General | $100 Members | Advance registration required
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Thursdays, October 12–November 2, 1:30–3:00 p.m.
THE STATE OF DEMOCRACIES Following World War II, the world was marked by an expansion of liberal democracies. From the reconstruction of Japan and Germany, to the end of colonialism in South Asia and Africa, to the demise of authoritarian military regimes in Latin America, democracy seemed to prevail. But recent events have put strains on democratic practices and raise questions about the durability and viability of democracies. This class examines the current state of democracies, with a special focus on the United States. After considering the definition of “democracy,” the class then explores the forces that strengthen and maintain democracy and those that erode democratic values and institutions. Instructor: Lois Hecht Oppenheim, PhD 4 sessions
$100 General | $80 Members | Advance registration required Wednesdays, November 8–December 13, except November 22, 1:00–3:30 p.m.
TWENTIETH-CENTURY OPERAS
Each decade of the twentieth century ushered in jolting changes at an ever-increasing tempo. Through lecture and video highlights, this class explores the world of opera in a century in which composers and their librettists were determined to break the bond and boundaries of the golden nineteenth century. The following operas will be examined: Richard Strauss’s Ariadne auf Naxos, Sergei Prokofiev’s The Love for Three Oranges, Benjamin Britten’s Peter Grimes, Igor Stravinsky’s The Rake’s Progress, and John Adams’s Nixon in China. Although the journey may contain challenges, this class offers a new way of looking at and appreciating the evolving form of music drama. Instructor: Earl J. Schub 5 sessions
$130 General | $110 Members | Advance registration required
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CLASSES OTIS AT THE SKIRBALL The following classes are offered in partnership with Otis College Extension and take place at the Skirball. Visit otis.edu/ce or call (310) 665-6592 to register and for class materials. Skirball Members receive certain discounts; please inquire when registering.
Saturday, September 9, 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
INTRODUCTION TO PRECIOUS METAL CLAY™
In this intensive class, learn how to work with Precious Metal Clay™, a malleable material that consists of fine silver particles suspended in an organic binder and water that can be formed like earthen clay. Students learn how to texture, set gems, roll coils, and use various finishing methods including wire brushing, burnishing, and patinas. Final projects can be an original pair of earring drops and a pendant. Instructor: Delia Marsellos-Traister 1 session. Otis registration #35362. Additional Otis registration fees may apply.
$99 Noncredit plus $65 materials fee Mondays, September 11–November 13, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
ILLUSTRATING CHILDREN’S BOOKS
Explore the steps involved in illustrating a children’s book. Through hands-on assignments, lectures, and critiques, examine the aesthetic and technical aspects, including text analysis, concept development, character studies, and storyboarding. Draw illustrations that harmonize with the text, produce a rough dummy, and create three pieces of full-color, resolved illustrations. Also learn how to submit artwork and/or book proposals to art directors and editors, how to market your work, and what you can expect in a publishing contract. For beginning to advanced artists. Instructor: Deborah Nourse Lattimore 10 sessions. Otis registration #35255 (Noncredit), #35256 (Certificate Credit), #36257 (College Credit). Additional Otis registration fees may apply.
$435 Noncredit | $475 Certificate Credit | $1,370 College Credit
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Wednesdays, September 13–November 15, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
AUTOBIOGRAPHY, MEMOIR, OR FICTION
In this dynamic writing workshop, uncover material from your own life experience to begin a memoir or work of fiction. Through readings and workshop discussions, learn to mine your personal history for subject matter and transform this raw material into a story. Delve into the craft of writing, including how to invent and reinvent from memory, maintain perspective, render characters, construct dialogue, and deal with issues of truth and integrity. The finished work may be a personal essay, a short story, a novella, or chapters of a memoir or novel. Instructor: Martha Fuller 10 sessions. Otis registration #35460 (Noncredit), #35461 (Certificate Credit), #36462 (College Credit). Additional Otis registration fees may apply.
$435 Noncredit | $475 Certificate Credit | $1,370 College Credit Saturdays, October 7 and 14, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
SCREENPRINT WORKSHOP
Back by popular demand! This two-day workshop offers a quick method of silkscreen printmaking to create prints inspired by Mexican modernists featured in Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico (see pp. 6–7). The class begins with a walk through the exhibition, followed by a printing workshop. Materials are supplied to create prints, tees, or tote bags. Instructor: Kim Alexander 2 sessions. Otis registration #35415. Additional Otis registration fees may apply.
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family programs
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Ongoing
NOAH’S ARK AT THE SKIRBALL
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Have you ever met a turtle that resembles a catcher’s mask, or cozied up to All a polar bear who looks like a claw-footed bathtub? Encounter these quirky ages creatures and a host of others aboard Noah’s Ark! In an artistically inventive, awe-inspiring setting—inspired by the ancient flood story and similar tales from cultures around the world—interact with hands-on exhibits, music, puppets, and more. Working together, visitors experience the value of caring for each other and helping build a better world. Bring your entire family and take the unforgettable journey! Kids, bring your grandparents (or great-aunts and great-uncles) for FREE when they buy you a Noah’s Ark ticket September 5–15! Visit skirball.org/grandparents-week to learn about this special promotion in celebration of National Grandparents Day. Advance tickets to Noah’s Ark are highly recommended on weekends and during school breaks, including for Members. Tickets on FREE Thursdays are first-come, first-served only (no advance tickets), subject to availability. All Noah’s Ark ticketholders are assigned an entry time permitting up to ninety minutes in the galleries. Last entry at 4:00 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum adult/child ratio: 1/4. On September 17 and October 8 and 28, limited one-hour tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis only.
Included with Museum admission | Timed-entry tickets required
MORE ABOARD THE ARK Take part in communal activities aimed at improving our world in the Rainbow Gallery, or plan your visit around one of the following programs.
TODDLER TUESDAY SING-ALONG
On Tuesdays, at 1:00 p.m., join our educators for singing with your little one.
STORSTORSTORSTORY TITIME ATAT NOAOAH’S ARKARKARK
On Wednesdays, at 2:30 p.m., listen to flood stories from around the world.
THE WHOLE WORLD IS A NARROW BRIDGE
On Fridays, at 2:30 p.m., experience a movement and dance piece that illustrates how human beings weather life’s storms by supporting one another. Programs subject to change or cancellation.
All programs listed above are included with admission to Noah’s Ark
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family programs Sunday, October 8, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
SKIRBALL HARVEST FESTIVAL
Bring in the fall harvest season and celebrate the Jewish holiday of Sukkot at this FREE daylong festival with market fresh fare, live music, dancing, art projects, and more. See pp. 12–13 for details.
Saturday, October 21, 6:00 p.m.–Sunday, October 22, 9:00 a.m.
SKIRBALL FAMILY SLEEPOVER Picture This!
Ages 6+
Pack your PJs and spend the night aboard Noah’s Ark! Explore photographs in the fall exhibitions (see pp. 6–9) and discover how artists build and give back to their communities. Get creative and use photography to make art and tell stories with LA-based artists. Enjoy a tasty dinner and have loads of nighttime fun!
Children must be accompanied by an adult and vice versa.
$55 General Adult or Child $45 Member Adult or Child Advance registration required
ONGOING PROGRAMS
All ages
Saturdays and Sundays
FAMILILY ARTARTART STSTUDIOIO
Enjoy one-of-a-kind art projects themed around Skirball exhibitions. Projects reinforce the values of collaboration, community, and caring for the world around us. In September, celebrate the Jewish New Year by making Forget-Me-Nots—a visual representation of your favorite memory from the past year. Then in October, be inspired by the Skirball’s fall exhibitions (see pp. 6–9) and take part in a project called Family Stories: Mapping Your Journey. Collaborate with artists Sandy Rodriguez and Ava Hoeller to create a mural about how you came to live in the City of Angels.
Saturdays and Sundays
DIGIG ITIT! ARCARCARCHAEOLOGAEOLOGAEOLOGAEOLOGAEOLOGAEOLOGY ADVENTURESRESRES
Calling all aspiring archaeologists to the Skirball’s dig site! Sift and sort through the sand to uncover ancient artifacts. Then examine your findings in an outdoor field laboratory and piece together the story of an ancient Iron Age town.
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Ages 3½–5
Skirball Playdates are interactive single-morning workshops specially designed for young children and their caregivers. Families work together to make art, explore the campus, and more.
Sunday, September 24, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
PAINT THE TOWN
Check out colorful paintings in Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico (see pp. 6–7) and use watercolors to express yourself.
Sunday, October 15, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
MAKE YOUR MARK
Explore everyday art in Surface Tension by Ken Gonzales-Day: Murals, Signs, and Mark-Making in LA (see pp. 8–9), and make your mark on an artwork to share with your own community.
Per class: $15 General for Adult/Child pair $10 Family Members and above for Adult/Child pair
Sundays, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
HANDS ON HISTORY
Get a real feel for the ancient world! Be on the lookout for a portable cart that will pop up near the main lobby. Visitors are invited to touch actual ancient artifacts. Unless otherwise noted, drop by anytime during Museum hours; last entry 4:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
All ongoing programs are included with Museum admission | No reservations
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SHOPPING AND DINING AUDREY’S MUSEUM STORE Audrey’s Museum Store features carefully selected merchandise such as exhibition-related souvenirs, jewelry, contemporary and traditional Judaica, art, books, educational toys, and more. Proceeds help support the Skirball’s educational and cultural programming. Visit skirball.org/shop to browse online! Hours: Tuesday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
FIND THE PERFECT TALLIT
Choose from a large selection of these ceremonial shawls, available in a variety of styles, colors, and fabrics for men and women. Audrey’s Museum Store staff will help guide you in making your purchase!
Navy Tallit: Member price: $297.00 Non-Member price: $330.00
ZEIDLER’S CAFÉ Enjoy gourmet pasta, pizza, fresh fish, and more at Zeidler’s Café. A special kids menu is also available. Café hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Sundays, 11:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Cart hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Sundays, 11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; and before all evening programs.
BROCCOLI, POTATO, AND ROSEMARY PIZZA
Share slices of this delectable pizza with friends and family or treat yourself to a hearty and healthy lunch at Zeidler’s Café.
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MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMS Wednesday, September 13, 12:00–5:00 p.m.
MEMBERS-ONLY PREVIEW— ANOTHER PROMISED LAND: ANITA BRENNER’S MEXICO
Members, be among the first to view the new exhibition Another Promised Land: Anita Brenner’s Mexico (see pp. 6–7). Learn more about this cultural trailblazer and see works by luminaries of the Mexican Renaissance. Explore the gallery by yourself, or take advantage of a tour led by guest curator Karen Cordero and Skirball curator Laura Mart at 12:30 or 3:00 p.m. Limited to two reservations per Membership
FREE and open to Members only Reservations required for tours
Cover of Mexico / this month, February 1956. Illustration by Vlady.
Wednesday, October 4, 12:00–5:00 p.m.
MEMBERS-ONLY PREVIEW—SURFACE TENSION BY KEN GONZALES-DAY
Members, get exclusive early access to the exhibition Surface Tension by Ken GonzalesDay: Murals, Signs, and Mark-Making in LA (see pp. 8–9). View the mural landscape of Los Angeles from a new perspective through these stunning photos. Explore the gallery by yourself, or take a tour led by curator Laura Mart at 12:30 or 3:00 p.m. Limited to two reservations per Membership
Ken Gonzales-Day, Palm Trees at Venice Public Art Graffiti Walls, Venice Beach, 2017. Photo © 2017 Ken Gonzales-Day.
FREE and open to Members only | Reservations required for tours
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MEMBERSHIP Friday, September 1, 3:30 p.m.
MEMBERS-ONLY TOUR— PAUL SIMON: WORDS & MUSIC
During the final days of the exhibition, take advantage of curator Cate Thurston’s expert knowledge about the legendary life and career of Paul Simon. Whether or not you’ve seen the exhibition already, you’re guaranteed to discover something new in this insightful tour. Limited to two reservations per Membership
FREE and open to Members only | Reservations required Monday, October 16, 10:00 a.m.
DOCENTS AND MEMBERS-ONLY SCREENING— CITY OF GOLD
In this critically acclaimed documentary, Pulitzer Prize–winning Los Angeles Times food critic Jonathan Gold explores the culinary landscape of Los Angeles and shares his passion for its diversity. A Q&A with consulting producer Lara Rabinovitch follows the screening. Limited to two reservations per Membership
FREE and open to Docents and Members only | Reservations required
PROMOTION MEMBERS-ONLY MUSEUM STORE VOUCHER
Join or renew at the Family level to receive a $10 voucher to use in Audrey’s Museum Store or the Noah’s Ark Store. Join or renew at the Family Plus level or higher to receive a $20 voucher. Offer valid through October 31, 2017. Redemption valid through December 31, 2018. Join on site to receive your voucher at the Membership desk. All others will be sent a voucher to redeem on site. Not valid online. Minimum purchase must be $3 above voucher value. No cash back. For gift memberships, the voucher will be sent to your gift recipient unless purchased on site.
MEMBER STORY “When our six-year-old, Charlotte, visited Noah’s Ark, she was completely enamored with the entire experience. In the middle of our visit, she ran to me exclaiming, ‘I know what I want to donate my “give” money to! I want to donate it HERE!’ When we got home, she counted up her ‘give’ money (saved from allowances) and asked me to donate the entire $44 to the Skirball—which we matched for her first ever museum membership. We couldn’t be more proud!” —Beth Anderson and Family, new Members thanks to Charlotte! Share your story! Tell us what you love most about being a Skirball Member. E-mail us at membership@skirball.org or post to our Facebook page!
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You belong at the Skirball! Join, renew, or upgrade your membership today and participate in the Skirball’s warm and inclusive community.
MemberSHIP Levels and Benefits
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FREE adult admission to Museum exhibitions, Noah’s Ark, family festivals, and Family Amphitheater Performances
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Also inquire about our upper-level LIFECYCLE and CURATOR’S CIRCLE Skirball Memberships, which offer eligibility to rent Skirball facilities for private events, among other premium benefits. Share culture and education! Give the gift of a Skirball Membership to someone you love. For more information, visit skirball.org/join or call (310) 440-4589.
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GET INVOLVED
DONATE
Help sustain the Skirball’s commitment to educating students and teachers in Southern California and beyond. Seventy percent of schools visiting the Skirball have no funds for field trips. Donations make it possible for the Skirball to provide schools in need with bus and admission scholarships. The Skirball welcomes donations of cash, securities, and gift annuities. For more information or to make a donation today, visit skirball.org/donate or call (310) 440-4579.
VOLUNtEER
Volunteer at the Skirball! Create connections, serve your community, and support an institution that provides educational programs for Los Angeles and beyond. Teen volunteers are welcome! For more information about volunteering, call (310) 440-4640.
PLAN AN EVENT
The Skirball is an award-winning place of celebration! For information about hosting your personal or corporate event at the Skirball, visit skirball.org (click on “Plan an Event”) or call (310) 440-4529. Your event at the Skirball helps support an institution devoted to enriching the community.
Credits: COVER: Abraham Ángel, La India, 1923. Reproduction authorized by the Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura, 2017 2–3 Uri D. Herscher © 2013 Loretta Ayeroff; Classes by Timothy Norris; S.H.I.N.E. Mawusi by BeBe Jacobs; School program by BeBe Jacobs 4–5 Noah’s Ark by Steve Cohn 10–11 Pancho Villa artwork by Noel Waggener; Troker, courtesy of the artists 12–13 Skirball Harvest Festival by Mercie Ghimire 14–15 Nicole Krauss by Goni Riskin; Nathan Englander by Joshua Meier; Hotel U.S.A. film still, courtesy of Andrea Meller; Tuesdays at Two by Steve Cohn 16–17 Harold and Lillian poster image, courtesy of Zeitgeist Films 18–19 Flavors of Mexico, courtesy of Guelaguetza; The State of Democracies by Skirball staff; Peter Grimes, courtesy of Photofest 20–21 Otis class by Timothy Norris; Screenprint Workshop, courtesy of Nancy Jo Haselbacher 22–23 Noah’s Ark by Steve Cohn; Noah’s Ark animals by Grant Mudford 24–25 Skirball Family Sleepover by Timothy Norris; Skirball Playdate by Mercie Ghimire; Hands on History by BeBe Jacobs 26–27 Pizza by Rebecca Sapp Photography 28–29 Anderson family, courtesy of Beth Anderson 30–31 Get Involved by BeBe Jacobs BACK COVER: Troker by Calavera Estudio © 2017 Skirball Cultural Center
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TICKETING METHODS Except where noted throughout this publication, advance tickets to all exhibitions except Noah’s Ark at the Skirball are available at the door on the day of visit only. Advance tickets to Noah’s Ark and most public programs, as well as registration for classes, are available by the following methods: ON SITE—Purchase advance tickets to Noah’s Ark and other programs and register for classes in person at the Skirball admissions desk: Tuesday–Friday, 12:00–4:30 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. No service charges apply. For evening programs, tickets are available at Will Call one hour before the program’s start time, subject to availability. ONLINE—Order tickets or register for classes online at skirball.org. Online service charges no longer apply! Note: If you are using Internet Explorer, please ensure that you are in Compatibility Mode. PHONE—Charge by phone by calling (877) SCC-4TIX or (310) 440-4500 (press 2) Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Service charges may apply. MEMBERS-ONLY TIP—When you are ready to place tickets into your cart for an online purchase or reservation, click on the sign-in link at the top of the page and enter the e-mail address and password associated with your membership account. If you do not recall your password, click on the “Forgot your password?” link to create a new one. If you are a new Member without an online account, create one now by clicking the “Create an Account” link and following the prompts. To confirm which e-mail address is associated with your membership or if you recently joined on site, contact membership@skirball.org and a Skirball representative will get back to you. In order to apply Member discounts, don’t forget to sign in before placing your order!
POLICIES Except for adult education classes (see next paragraph): All sales are final • No refunds or exchanges Adult education class fees must be paid prior to the first session, and are fully refundable if you cancel your registration at least twenty-four hours prior to the first session. Adult education classes may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Call (310) 440-4651 for updates. Member discounted rates for adult education classes are limited to two Members per membership. No late seating for performances, readings, lectures, or film screenings. Please arrive in time to claim your tickets and take your seats before the program begins. After the published start time, unclaimed seats may be sold. All unclaimed reserved tickets for FREE programs may be released fifteen minutes before the event’s scheduled start time and made available to other patrons. Arrive early to prevent the loss of your reservation. To ensure a safe and pleasant visitor experience, all Noah’s Ark ticketholders are assigned an entry time permitting up to ninety minutes in the galleries. The minimum adult/child ratio for Noah’s Ark ticketholders is 1/4. This policy will be enforced at the admissions desk when you claim your timed-entry tickets. There is no need to reserve advance Noah’s Ark tickets for children under 2. Toddler tickets will be distributed at the admissions desk when you claim the rest of your party’s advance tickets. Tickets to Noah’s Ark on FREE Thursdays are first-come, first-served only (no advance tickets), subject to availability.
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Don’t miss the world-renowned Mexican band Troker perform a live score to the film El Automóvil Gris (see p. 11).
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