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Brion Gysin at the New Museum
The exhibition “Brion Gysin: Dream Machine” is the first U.S. retrospective of the work of this painter, performer and writer. Gysin worked in a variety of mediums and his innovations continue to influence musicians, writers, as well as visual and new media artists. This exhibition includes over 300 artworks, from drawings to paintings, to photo-collages and films. Try out Gysin’s original “Dreamachine” — a kinetic light sculpture that uses the flicker effect to induce visions when experienced with closed eyes.
Contemporary Sculpture at the Morgan
But do keep your eyes wide open when you visit the first exhibition of contemporary sculpture ever held at the Morgan Library and Museum. Three sculptures by Mark di Suvero grace the museum’s Gilbert Court. The exhibition was inspired by the friendship between the sculptor and Renzo Piano, the architect who designed this space. The dramatic “Homebody” dominates the installation with its vivid dialogue of shapes, colors and textures. “Heraldic Bourgogne” is one of the smaller sculptures, whose elegantly curved lines contrast with the aggressiveness of its clawlike elements.
German Renaissance Drawings
And don’t miss the extraordinary drawings by Albrecht Dürer, the preeminent master of German Renaissance, on display at the Morgan through September 12. They demonstrate the variety and dynamism of Dürer’s style and reveal some of his favorite themes. “Constructed Head of a Man in Profile” shows Dürer’s fascination with perfect proportions. He used geometry to construct this profile with mathematical precision. But the physical world was not the only inspiration for this artist. He looked for beauty in the spiritual realm as well, and “Kneeling Donor” is an example of the inspiration Dürer found in religious subjects.
Jazz Album Art
It was jazz music that inspired the illustrator David Stone Martin, who translated its rhythms into impressive album covers. A new exhibition on view at Jazz at Lincoln Center celebrates the work of this dean of album-cover artists. “Jazz at First Sight” showcases some of Martin’s finest jazz record covers from the 1940s through the mid-1960s. It also features other examples of martin’s jazz art: drawings, prints and posters. A series of panels gives the viewers a sense of the process through which the artist translated the rhythmical lines and colors of the music into memorable visual works. You can get a glimpse into the life of the artist himself by viewing the companion documentary that runs during this exhibition. And after visiting this exhibition make sure to attend at least one of the many concerts from the Coca-cola Generations in Jazz Festival. It features a full array of jazz performers, bringing together youthful talents, such as Eldar Djangirov, and experienced ones, like Pat Martino. The performances explore the full spectrum of jazz tradition, celebrating great legends while seeking to create new ones.
The 39 Steps, Redone
Speaking of legends, an adaptation of a well known work by one of the greatest directors in the history of cinema, is still enjoying much success. The comedy The 39 Steps is currently playing at New World Stages. Directed by Maria Aitken, it features a cast of four actors who, with few props and a lot of verve and humor, reenact all the characters, locations and famous scenes in Alfred Hitchock’s thriller of the same name.
DanceNOW[NYC]Festival
The annual DanceNOW[NYC] Festival celebrates New York City’s vibrant dance community. This year’s festival features 40 choreographers, from young innovators to established artists. The main theme of this sixteenth season is “Less Is More.” The festival participants were challenged to create a new work or present a repertory work that offers a clear and complete artistic statement in less than seven minutes. Some of the highlights of this festival are performances by ZviDance, Kyle Abraham, and Nicholas Leichter Dance.
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SundayArts News: City Events for the Week of August 29, 2010
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Brion Gysin at the New Museum
The exhibition “Brion Gysin: Dream Machine” is the first U.S. retrospective of the work of this painter, performer and writer. Gysin worked in a variety of mediums and his innovations continue to influence musicians, writers, as well as visual and new media artists. This exhibition includes over 300 artworks, from drawings to paintings, to photo-collages and films. Try out Gysin’s original “Dreamachine” — a kinetic light sculpture that uses the flicker effect to induce visions when experienced with closed eyes.
Contemporary Sculpture at the Morgan
But do keep your eyes wide open when you visit the first exhibition of contemporary sculpture ever held at the Morgan Library and Museum. Three sculptures by Mark di Suvero grace the museum’s Gilbert Court. The exhibition was inspired by the friendship between the sculptor and Renzo Piano, the architect who designed this space. The dramatic “Homebody” dominates the installation with its vivid dialogue of shapes, colors and textures. “Heraldic Bourgogne” is one of the smaller sculptures, whose elegantly curved lines contrast with the aggressiveness of its clawlike elements.
German Renaissance Drawings
And don’t miss the extraordinary drawings by Albrecht Dürer, the preeminent master of German Renaissance, on display at the Morgan through September 12. They demonstrate the variety and dynamism of Dürer’s style and reveal some of his favorite themes. “Constructed Head of a Man in Profile” shows Dürer’s fascination with perfect proportions. He used geometry to construct this profile with mathematical precision. But the physical world was not the only inspiration for this artist. He looked for beauty in the spiritual realm as well, and “Kneeling Donor” is an example of the inspiration Dürer found in religious subjects.
Jazz Album Art
It was jazz music that inspired the illustrator David Stone Martin, who translated its rhythms into impressive album covers. A new exhibition on view at Jazz at Lincoln Center celebrates the work of this dean of album-cover artists. “Jazz at First Sight” showcases some of Martin’s finest jazz record covers from the 1940s through the mid-1960s. It also features other examples of martin’s jazz art: drawings, prints and posters. A series of panels gives the viewers a sense of the process through which the artist translated the rhythmical lines and colors of the music into memorable visual works. You can get a glimpse into the life of the artist himself by viewing the companion documentary that runs during this exhibition. And after visiting this exhibition make sure to attend at least one of the many concerts from the Coca-cola Generations in Jazz Festival. It features a full array of jazz performers, bringing together youthful talents, such as Eldar Djangirov, and experienced ones, like Pat Martino. The performances explore the full spectrum of jazz tradition, celebrating great legends while seeking to create new ones.
The 39 Steps, Redone
Speaking of legends, an adaptation of a well known work by one of the greatest directors in the history of cinema, is still enjoying much success. The comedy The 39 Steps is currently playing at New World Stages. Directed by Maria Aitken, it features a cast of four actors who, with few props and a lot of verve and humor, reenact all the characters, locations and famous scenes in Alfred Hitchock’s thriller of the same name.
DanceNOW[NYC] Festival
The annual DanceNOW[NYC] Festival celebrates New York City’s vibrant dance community. This year’s festival features 40 choreographers, from young innovators to established artists. The main theme of this sixteenth season is “Less Is More.” The festival participants were challenged to create a new work or present a repertory work that offers a clear and complete artistic statement in less than seven minutes. Some of the highlights of this festival are performances by ZviDance, Kyle Abraham, and Nicholas Leichter Dance.