Calendar of Events
OctoberOctober 26, 3pm
Sunday Lecture
"Landscape and Belief: A View Camera in the Himalayas" - Kenneth Hanson
For two decades Kenneth Hanson has been taking dramatic black-and-white photographs of the Himalayas. The regions he visited stretch from the Karakoram of Pakistan to Kangchenjunga in eastern Nepal. The mountains provide a unique experience—call it beauty, joy, terror, awe—that points beyond our reasonable world and takes us to the boundary between life and death. For the people of the mountains, this encounter is woven into their beliefs. There is a dialog between an older shaman-led sacrificial culture and various forms of Tibetan Buddhism. Increasingly the modern world intrudes. Hanson will discuss these interactions and show photographs from his book, Himalayan Portfolios.
NovemberNovember 1 & 2, 2pm"Landscape and Belief: A View Camera in the Himalayas" - Kenneth Hanson
For two decades Kenneth Hanson has been taking dramatic black-and-white photographs of the Himalayas. The regions he visited stretch from the Karakoram of Pakistan to Kangchenjunga in eastern Nepal. The mountains provide a unique experience—call it beauty, joy, terror, awe—that points beyond our reasonable world and takes us to the boundary between life and death. For the people of the mountains, this encounter is woven into their beliefs. There is a dialog between an older shaman-led sacrificial culture and various forms of Tibetan Buddhism. Increasingly the modern world intrudes. Hanson will discuss these interactions and show photographs from his book, Himalayan Portfolios.
Weekend Afternoon Documentary Film - Tibet, Cry of the Snow Lion
This award-winning feature-length documentary brings audiences to the long-forbidden "rooftop of the world" with unprecedented richness of imagery... from rarely-seen rituals in remote monasteries to horse races with Khamba warriors; from brothels and slums in the holy city of Lhasa to magnificent Himalayan peaks still traveled by nomadic yak caravans. The dark secrets of Tibet's recent past are powerfully chronicled through personal stories and interviews, and a collection of undercover and archival images never before assembled in one film. New York Times reviewer David Kehr said of it, "A more concise and affecting summation of the Tibetan crisis would be hard to imagine." (Earthworks Films. Directed by Tom Piozet. Written by Victoria Mudd and Sue Peosay. 2003. 104 minutes)
Nov 5, 12:15 – 12:45 pm This award-winning feature-length documentary brings audiences to the long-forbidden "rooftop of the world" with unprecedented richness of imagery... from rarely-seen rituals in remote monasteries to horse races with Khamba warriors; from brothels and slums in the holy city of Lhasa to magnificent Himalayan peaks still traveled by nomadic yak caravans. The dark secrets of Tibet's recent past are powerfully chronicled through personal stories and interviews, and a collection of undercover and archival images never before assembled in one film. New York Times reviewer David Kehr said of it, "A more concise and affecting summation of the Tibetan crisis would be hard to imagine." (Earthworks Films. Directed by Tom Piozet. Written by Victoria Mudd and Sue Peosay. 2003. 104 minutes)
Gallery Talk
The Making of a Mandala / Salvatore Scalora, former Benton Museum Director
November 15, 2008The Making of a Mandala / Salvatore Scalora, former Benton Museum Director
HOLIDAY BOXED CARD SALE. Take 50% off all boxed cards. Shop early for best selection.
November 15 & 16, 2pmWeekend Afternoon Documentary Films- Kundun
In chronicling the life of the 14th Dalai Lama, Kundun defies conventional narrative in favor of an episodic approach, presenting a sequential flow of events from the life of the young leader of Buddhist Tibet. From the moment he is recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama in 1937 to his exile from Tibet in the wake of China's invasion, the Dalai Lama is seen as an enlightened spiritual figurehead. (De Fina-Cappa Films Directed by Martin Scorsese. Written by Melissa Matheson. Music by Philip Glass. 1997. 134 minutes)
Nov 19, 12:15 – 12:45 pmIn chronicling the life of the 14th Dalai Lama, Kundun defies conventional narrative in favor of an episodic approach, presenting a sequential flow of events from the life of the young leader of Buddhist Tibet. From the moment he is recognized as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama in 1937 to his exile from Tibet in the wake of China's invasion, the Dalai Lama is seen as an enlightened spiritual figurehead. (De Fina-Cappa Films Directed by Martin Scorsese. Written by Melissa Matheson. Music by Philip Glass. 1997. 134 minutes)
Gallery Talk
Sera: The Way of the Tibetan Monk / Tracy Lawlor, Education Coordinator
November 22 & 23, 2pmSera: The Way of the Tibetan Monk / Tracy Lawlor, Education Coordinator
Weekend Afternoon Documentary Films- " Life of Buddha"
The story of Prince Siddhartha and his spiritual transformation into the Buddha, the great teacher who changed the entire world is told in this beautifully produced film that features nearly an hour of additional materials from the world’s leading Buddhist scholars and spiritual leaders. This is a must-see for anyone seeking answers to life’s mysteries. (Arte Films. Directed by Martin Meisonnier. 2001. 90 minutes)
The story of Prince Siddhartha and his spiritual transformation into the Buddha, the great teacher who changed the entire world is told in this beautifully produced film that features nearly an hour of additional materials from the world’s leading Buddhist scholars and spiritual leaders. This is a must-see for anyone seeking answers to life’s mysteries. (Arte Films. Directed by Martin Meisonnier. 2001. 90 minutes)
WEEKEND COMDEY FILM FESTIVAL
NINOTCHKA (1939) 110 mins.
Three Soviet emissaries, in Paris to sell state jewels, are quickly seduced by soft capitalist and Parisian ways. Incorruptible Comrade Ivanovna (Greta Garbo) is sent to take control of the negotiations and to make the hapless agents toe the party line. Meanwhile, Grand Duchess Swana, former owner of the jewelry, sends playboy Leon d'Algout (Melvyn Douglas) to intercede on her behalf. When debonair Leon meets no-nonsense Ninotchka, he is smitten but East-West complications intervene.
DecemberDec 3, 12:15 – 12:45 pmNINOTCHKA (1939) 110 mins.
Three Soviet emissaries, in Paris to sell state jewels, are quickly seduced by soft capitalist and Parisian ways. Incorruptible Comrade Ivanovna (Greta Garbo) is sent to take control of the negotiations and to make the hapless agents toe the party line. Meanwhile, Grand Duchess Swana, former owner of the jewelry, sends playboy Leon d'Algout (Melvyn Douglas) to intercede on her behalf. When debonair Leon meets no-nonsense Ninotchka, he is smitten but East-West complications intervene.
Gallery Talk
Tangkas / Tracy Lawlor, Education Coordinator
Dec 4, 4:00 – 7:00pmTangkas / Tracy Lawlor, Education Coordinator
Holiday Sale Preview Event
Dec 7, 2 pmMandala Dismantling Ceremony
Dec 5 – Dec 14The Store Holiday Sale
JanuaryJanuary 18, Sunday, 2–4:30 pmReception for ¡Merengue! Visual Rhythms and Yuyanapaq: To Remember
January 21, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: ¡Merengue! Visual Rhythms
FebruaryFebruary 4, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: Collection Connection: Mary Cassatt’s Woman and Child
The first in a series of discussions of important works from the Museum’s collection.
February 5, Thursday, 4–7 pmThe first in a series of discussions of important works from the Museum’s collection.
Lecture: “Dominican Music and Merengue” by Carlos Ulises Decena, Ph.D., PRLS/CLACS Visiting Scholar
A reception follows. Music by Tierra Mestiza.
This program is co-sponsored by the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Puerto Rican & Latino Studies Institute, Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center, and the William Benton Museum of Art.
February 7 & 8, Saturday & Sunday, 2 pmA reception follows. Music by Tierra Mestiza.
This program is co-sponsored by the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Puerto Rican & Latino Studies Institute, Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center, and the William Benton Museum of Art.
Weekend Art Films: The Art of Romare Beardon
This film studies Beardon’s collages and paintings from the perspective of the cultural influences he brought to his work from his time spent in Harlem, Europe, and Africa.
February 8, Sunday, 5 pm This film studies Beardon’s collages and paintings from the perspective of the cultural influences he brought to his work from his time spent in Harlem, Europe, and Africa.
Music on a Sunday Afternoon: Connecticut Opera Express performs scenes from the Connecticut Opera’s full-length production of Gaetano Donizetti’s comic opera, “La Fille de Regiment.”
February 12, Thursday, 4–6 pm A Panel Discussion: “Documenting Peruvian History and the Visual Arts”
February 13th, FridayPAYDAY SALE & TRUNK SHOW! Join local artist and Benton member Zoe Leibowitz for our very first jewelry trunk show. Handmade earrings, necklaces, bracelets and sets all at great prices. The fun begins at 10 am so come early for best selection. Bring a friend! Our "experts" will be on hand to help Cupid select the perfect gift!
February 14, Saturday, 2–3 pm Merengue Lessons with dance instructor Oswaldo Tirano of Grass Hopper Arts Dance Studio. FREE
Come learn to dance the merengue...and while you are here, make a Valentine card in the Museum Store. Impress your valentine, or bring your valentine and learn this latin dance, or just come learn to dance and have fun! Merengue lessons will take place in the gallery with the Merengue! Visual Rhythms exhibition.
February 7–14Come learn to dance the merengue...and while you are here, make a Valentine card in the Museum Store. Impress your valentine, or bring your valentine and learn this latin dance, or just come learn to dance and have fun! Merengue lessons will take place in the gallery with the Merengue! Visual Rhythms exhibition.
Make It / Take It Valentine Cards. Come in and make your own card. We supply the paper, pens, glue, trims and glitter…you supply the creativity. A fun activity for young and old! $3.50 per card.
February 18, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: Yuyanapaq: To Remember
February 19, Thursday, 12:15 – 12:45 pmRecitalsPlus: A lunchtime performance by an advanced music major from the School of Fine Arts.
February 21 & 22, Saturday & Sunday, 2 pm A YouTube Film Festival: A collage of YouTube pieces about the culture, life and music of the Dominican Republic.
MarchMarch 1, Sunday, 5 pm Music on a Sunday Afternoon: “A Piano Recital on the Occasion of Fryderyk Chopin’s 199th Birthday” performed by Slawomir Dobrzañski.
Dr. Dobrzañski graduated from the Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw, Poland, and received a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance at the University of Connecticut, where he studied piano performance with Neal Larrabee and Zelma Bodzin. He is a member of the Kansas State University music faculty as artist/teacher of piano.
Tickets are available at the door. Public $10 / Members $5 / UConn Students Free with an ID Doors open at 4:45 pm.
The recital is co-sponsored by the Polish American Foundation of Connecticut, the Fryderyk Chopin Society of Connecticut, and the William Benton Museum of Art.
March 4, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pm Dr. Dobrzañski graduated from the Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw, Poland, and received a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance at the University of Connecticut, where he studied piano performance with Neal Larrabee and Zelma Bodzin. He is a member of the Kansas State University music faculty as artist/teacher of piano.
Tickets are available at the door. Public $10 / Members $5 / UConn Students Free with an ID Doors open at 4:45 pm.
The recital is co-sponsored by the Polish American Foundation of Connecticut, the Fryderyk Chopin Society of Connecticut, and the William Benton Museum of Art.
Gallery Talk: ¡Merengue! Visual Rhythms
March 5, Thursday, 12:15–12:45 pm RecitalsPlus: A lunchtime performance by Carlynn Savot, cello and Rodrigo Queiroz, pianist. Free Event.
March 7–16The Museum will be closed March 7–16.
March 18, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pm Gallery Talk: Anatomically Correct: Medical Illustrations, 1543–2008
A discussion by Eve Perry, Exhibition Curator
March 19, Thursday, 12:15–12:45 pm A discussion by Eve Perry, Exhibition Curator
RecitalsPlus: A lunchtime performance by an advanced University of Connecticut music major.
March 20, Friday, 5–7:30 pmReception for Anatomically Correct: Medical Illustrations, 1543–2008
March 21 & 22, Saturday & Sunday, 2 pm Weekend Art Films: DNA: The Secret of Photo 51
Events behind the discovery of the DNA double helix.
AprilApril 1, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pmEvents behind the discovery of the DNA double helix.
Gallery Talk: Collection Connection: William Benton & Reginald Marsh
The second in the series of discussions of important works in the Museum’s collection.
April 2, Thursday, 12:15–12:45 pm The second in the series of discussions of important works in the Museum’s collection.
RecitalsPlus: A lunchtime performance by an advanced music major from the School of Fine Arts
April 3, Friday, 2:30–4 pmFigure Drawing Studio Workshop
Bring your own drawing materials and be inspired the Anatomically Correct medical drawings. Email your registration to Tracy.Lawlor@uconn.edu.
April 3, Friday, 5–7:30 pm Bring your own drawing materials and be inspired the Anatomically Correct medical drawings. Email your registration to Tracy.Lawlor@uconn.edu.
Reception for The 2009 Master of Fine
Arts Exhibition
April 4 & 5, Saturday & Sunday, 2 pmWeekend Art Films: The Miracle of Life, from the NOVA film series
The award-winning film by Swedish photographer Lennart Nilsson takes viewers on an incredible voyage through the human body as a new life begins.
April 11–13The award-winning film by Swedish photographer Lennart Nilsson takes viewers on an incredible voyage through the human body as a new life begins.
The Museum will be closed April 11–13.
April 15, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pm Gallery Talk: The 2009 Master of Fine
Arts Exhibition
April 16, Thursday, 12:15–12:45 pmArts Exhibition
RecitalsPlus: A lunchtime performance by an advanced music major from the School of Fine Arts.
April 16, Thursday 4 pm Lecture: “The Visual Economy of the Photograph in Post-Revolution Rural Mexico” by Professor Robin Greeley, Department of Art and Art History, University of Connecticut
April 17, 2:30–4 pm Figure Drawing Studio Workshop
Bring your own drawing materials and be inspired the Anatomically Correct medical drawings. Email your registration to Tracy.Lawlor@uconn.edu.
April 18 & 19, Saturday & Sunday, 2 pm Bring your own drawing materials and be inspired the Anatomically Correct medical drawings. Email your registration to Tracy.Lawlor@uconn.edu.
Weekend Art Films: The Odyssey of Life -The Photographer’s Secrets (1996), from the NOVA film series
See the techniques Lennart Nilsson used in filming The Miracle of Life.
April 25 & 26, Saturday & Sunday, 2 pm See the techniques Lennart Nilsson used in filming The Miracle of Life.
Weekend Art Films: Fantastic Voyage (1966)
Doctors save the life of a patient suffering from a blood clot by allowing themselves to be reduced to microscopic size, enter the bloodstream, and perform an emergency procedure.
April 29, Wednesday, 12:15–12:45 pm Doctors save the life of a patient suffering from a blood clot by allowing themselves to be reduced to microscopic size, enter the bloodstream, and perform an emergency procedure.
Gallery Talk: Anatomically Correct: Medical Illustrations 1543–2008
Eve Perry, Exhibition Curator
April 30, 12:15–12:45 pm Eve Perry, Exhibition Curator
RecitalsPlus: A lunchtime performance by an advanced music major from the School of Fine Arts.
MayApril 30 – May 10 Museum Store Annual Spring Sale
JuneThursday, June 11, 12:15 pmCourtyard Concert
Kitchen Ceili and Friends – Traditional Irish music
Stan Scott and Dora Hast are Kitchen Ceili, and Irish traditional band that performs Celtic music from both sides of the Atlantic. They will be joined by local Irish musicians for an informal concert/session of tunes and songs.
Free event. Bring your lunch and enjoy the music
Event will be in the East Gallery this year.
Saturday, June 13, 1:30 pmKitchen Ceili and Friends – Traditional Irish music
Stan Scott and Dora Hast are Kitchen Ceili, and Irish traditional band that performs Celtic music from both sides of the Atlantic. They will be joined by local Irish musicians for an informal concert/session of tunes and songs.
Free event. Bring your lunch and enjoy the music
Event will be in the East Gallery this year.
Family Day
Tom O'Brien,Magic and comedy
This program is an unforgettable magical experience. This show includes laughter, audience participation and baffling magic. (NOTE: Tom O'Brien is replacing Dan Bowen)
FREE Donations welcome
Thursday, June 18, 12:15 pm Tom O'Brien,Magic and comedy
This program is an unforgettable magical experience. This show includes laughter, audience participation and baffling magic. (NOTE: Tom O'Brien is replacing Dan Bowen)
FREE Donations welcome
Gallery Talk
A Touch of Humor by Benton Museum Director Thomas Bruhn
Saturday, June 20, 1:30 pmA Touch of Humor by Benton Museum Director Thomas Bruhn
Family Day
Puppets, cartooning, crafts, caricaturist, ice cream
Lots of fun events for the family.
FREE Donations welcome
Sunday, June 21, 2pmPuppets, cartooning, crafts, caricaturist, ice cream
Lots of fun events for the family.
FREE Donations welcome
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
Three Buster Keaton shorts: The Electric House, The Boat and Cops
Thursday, June 25, 12:15 pmThree Buster Keaton shorts: The Electric House, The Boat and Cops
Courtyard Concert
SophistiCats will entertain you with an energetic and eclectic mix of original compositions and standards in jazz, swing, blues, and rockabilly styles interwoven with velvety expressive vocals.
Free event. Bring your lunch and enjoy the music
Event will be in the East Gallery this year.
Saturday, June 27, 1:30 pmSophistiCats will entertain you with an energetic and eclectic mix of original compositions and standards in jazz, swing, blues, and rockabilly styles interwoven with velvety expressive vocals.
Free event. Bring your lunch and enjoy the music
Event will be in the East Gallery this year.
Family Day
Mallory Bagwell, “It’s All in How You Say It,” a humorous interactive performance.
What is really needed to communicate successfully. Mallory has the audience understanding his every wish and notion by masterfully incorporating mime, humor, theater arts and doses of mental jousting with clever, fun-filled group participation. Great fun!
FREE Donations welcome
Sunday, June 28, 2pmMallory Bagwell, “It’s All in How You Say It,” a humorous interactive performance.
What is really needed to communicate successfully. Mallory has the audience understanding his every wish and notion by masterfully incorporating mime, humor, theater arts and doses of mental jousting with clever, fun-filled group participation. Great fun!
FREE Donations welcome
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE, Harold Lloyd
Smitten by downtown girl Hope, millionaire playboy J. Harold Manners sets out to win her by coming to the rescue of her father’s mission. The course of true love runs into many hilarious roadblocks on the way to a happy ending.
JulyThursday, July 2, 12:15 pm FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE, Harold Lloyd
Smitten by downtown girl Hope, millionaire playboy J. Harold Manners sets out to win her by coming to the rescue of her father’s mission. The course of true love runs into many hilarious roadblocks on the way to a happy ending.
Gallery Talk
Punch & Judy by Ballard Institute and Museum Director John Bell
Saturday, July 11, 2009. 2 pmPunch & Judy by Ballard Institute and Museum Director John Bell
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT (1934) 105 mins.
This wonderfully fizzy Clark Gable/Claudette Colbert pairing produced a code-flaunting, sweet-tart screwball comedy. Rebellious heiress Ellie Andrews (Colbert) is being held captive on her father’s yacht. The elder Andrews has whisked Ellie away and out of the clutches of brand-new son-in-law, society aviator King Westley. Ellie jumps ship and eventually winds up on a bus headed back to King. Reluctantly, she must accept the help of out-of-work reporter Peter Warne (Gable) who doesn't give her any choice: either she sticks with him until he gets her back to her husband or he'll blow the whistle on Ellie to her father. Either way, Peter gets what (or he thinks!) he wants...a really juicy newspaper story.
Sunday, July 12, 2009, 2 pmIT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT (1934) 105 mins.
This wonderfully fizzy Clark Gable/Claudette Colbert pairing produced a code-flaunting, sweet-tart screwball comedy. Rebellious heiress Ellie Andrews (Colbert) is being held captive on her father’s yacht. The elder Andrews has whisked Ellie away and out of the clutches of brand-new son-in-law, society aviator King Westley. Ellie jumps ship and eventually winds up on a bus headed back to King. Reluctantly, she must accept the help of out-of-work reporter Peter Warne (Gable) who doesn't give her any choice: either she sticks with him until he gets her back to her husband or he'll blow the whistle on Ellie to her father. Either way, Peter gets what (or he thinks!) he wants...a really juicy newspaper story.
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
BRINGING UP BABY (1938) 102 mins.
A nonstop string of calamities ensue when Susan Vance (Katharine Hepburn), a dizzy young socialite, takes a shine to Dr. David Huxley (Cary Grant), a sober paleontologist. Soon to be married, Dr. Huxley is awaiting a rare bone required to complete his brontosaurus skeleton while trying to secure a gift of a million dollars for his museum. A simple encounter on the golf course inextricably binds him up with Susan's escapades and threatens his chance of getting the money. Things go from bad to worse when Baby, a tame leopard, is shipped to her NYC apartment. The plot thickens when George the Terrier steals and buries the priceless bone and Baby escapes at the same time a rogue circus leopard is on the loose. The resulting wacky twists on mistaken identities bring the film to a brilliant and funny conclusion.
Thursday, July 16, 12:15 pmBRINGING UP BABY (1938) 102 mins.
A nonstop string of calamities ensue when Susan Vance (Katharine Hepburn), a dizzy young socialite, takes a shine to Dr. David Huxley (Cary Grant), a sober paleontologist. Soon to be married, Dr. Huxley is awaiting a rare bone required to complete his brontosaurus skeleton while trying to secure a gift of a million dollars for his museum. A simple encounter on the golf course inextricably binds him up with Susan's escapades and threatens his chance of getting the money. Things go from bad to worse when Baby, a tame leopard, is shipped to her NYC apartment. The plot thickens when George the Terrier steals and buries the priceless bone and Baby escapes at the same time a rogue circus leopard is on the loose. The resulting wacky twists on mistaken identities bring the film to a brilliant and funny conclusion.
Campus Art Walk & Talk
An opportunity to learn about UConn’s collection of public art on the Storrs campus. Tours on July 16 and 30 are different.
FREE. Weather dependent. Wear comfortable shoes.
This tour is also available for groups by special request. Call 860.486.1711.
Saturday, July 18, 2pmAn opportunity to learn about UConn’s collection of public art on the Storrs campus. Tours on July 16 and 30 are different.
FREE. Weather dependent. Wear comfortable shoes.
This tour is also available for groups by special request. Call 860.486.1711.
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
DESTRY RIDES AGAIN (1939) 95 mins.
The town is run by a crooked saloon owner and Mayor who are out to rob the local cowpokes blind. Frenchy (Marlene Dietrich), a saloon entertainer with a heart of gold, is on their payroll. Tom Destry (James Stewart), son of a legendary lawman, is hired to restore law and order. When sparks fly between her and Destry, her loyalty may decide whether it's Destry or the bad guys who will ride off into the sunset.
Sunday, July 19, 2009DESTRY RIDES AGAIN (1939) 95 mins.
The town is run by a crooked saloon owner and Mayor who are out to rob the local cowpokes blind. Frenchy (Marlene Dietrich), a saloon entertainer with a heart of gold, is on their payroll. Tom Destry (James Stewart), son of a legendary lawman, is hired to restore law and order. When sparks fly between her and Destry, her loyalty may decide whether it's Destry or the bad guys who will ride off into the sunset.
WEEKEND COMDEY FILLM FESTIVAL
MY LITTLE CHICKADEE (1940) 83 mins.
Flower Belle Lee (West), a singer from Chicago, has a way with men. When a masked bandit falls in love with her, the townspeople force her to leave. On the train she meets Cuthbert J. Twillie (Fields), whom she believes to be rich, and she promotes a fake marriage ceremony to restore her respectability. The “newlyweds” settle in Greasewood City, where Cuthbert is made sheriff. Flower Belle teaches school during the day and entices young men at night. When Cuthbert is mistaken for the masked bandit it's up to Flower Belle to strap on a pair of six-shooters and ride to his rescue.
Saturday, July 25, 2pmMY LITTLE CHICKADEE (1940) 83 mins.
Flower Belle Lee (West), a singer from Chicago, has a way with men. When a masked bandit falls in love with her, the townspeople force her to leave. On the train she meets Cuthbert J. Twillie (Fields), whom she believes to be rich, and she promotes a fake marriage ceremony to restore her respectability. The “newlyweds” settle in Greasewood City, where Cuthbert is made sheriff. Flower Belle teaches school during the day and entices young men at night. When Cuthbert is mistaken for the masked bandit it's up to Flower Belle to strap on a pair of six-shooters and ride to his rescue.
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
A NIGHT AT THE OPERA (1935) 91 mins.
Arrogant European tenor Rodolfo Lassparri is chasing after his leading lady, Rosa Castaldi, who detests him. She's in love with Ricardo Baroni, an unknown tenor. Otis B. Driftwood (Groucho Marx) convinces Mrs. Claypool to become a benefactress to the New York Opera Company. With her money, the company hires Lassparri, who brings Rosa with him. Ricardo and his friends sneak onto the boat with plans to reunite him with Rosa. Once in New York, the trio plus Driftwood keep one step ahead of the authorities while helping Ricardo achieve his dreams.
Sunday, July 26, 2009, 2 pm A NIGHT AT THE OPERA (1935) 91 mins.
Arrogant European tenor Rodolfo Lassparri is chasing after his leading lady, Rosa Castaldi, who detests him. She's in love with Ricardo Baroni, an unknown tenor. Otis B. Driftwood (Groucho Marx) convinces Mrs. Claypool to become a benefactress to the New York Opera Company. With her money, the company hires Lassparri, who brings Rosa with him. Ricardo and his friends sneak onto the boat with plans to reunite him with Rosa. Once in New York, the trio plus Driftwood keep one step ahead of the authorities while helping Ricardo achieve his dreams.
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
NINOTCHKA (1939) 110 mins.
Three Soviet emissaries, in Paris to sell state jewels, are quickly seduced by soft capitalist and Parisian ways. Incorruptible Comrade Ivanovna (Greta Garbo) is sent to take control of the negotiations and to make the hapless agents toe the party line. Meanwhile, Grand Duchess Swana, former owner of the jewelry, sends playboy Leon d'Algout (Melvyn Douglas) to intercede on her behalf. When debonair Leon meets no-nonsense Ninotchka, he is smitten but East-West complications intervene.
Thursday, July 30, 12:15 pmNINOTCHKA (1939) 110 mins.
Three Soviet emissaries, in Paris to sell state jewels, are quickly seduced by soft capitalist and Parisian ways. Incorruptible Comrade Ivanovna (Greta Garbo) is sent to take control of the negotiations and to make the hapless agents toe the party line. Meanwhile, Grand Duchess Swana, former owner of the jewelry, sends playboy Leon d'Algout (Melvyn Douglas) to intercede on her behalf. When debonair Leon meets no-nonsense Ninotchka, he is smitten but East-West complications intervene.
Campus Art Walk & Talk
An opportunity to learn about UConn’s collection of public art on the Storrs campus. Tours on July 16 and 30 are different.
FREE. Weather dependent. Wear comfortable shoes
This tour is also available for groups by special request. Call 860.486.1711.
AugustSaturday & Sunday August 1-2 2pmAn opportunity to learn about UConn’s collection of public art on the Storrs campus. Tours on July 16 and 30 are different.
FREE. Weather dependent. Wear comfortable shoes
This tour is also available for groups by special request. Call 860.486.1711.
WEEKEND COMEDY FILM FESTIVAL
Saturday: MY MAN GODFREY Gail Patrick, William Powell
Sunday: MR. BLANDINGS BUILDS HIS DREAM HOME Cary Grant, Myrna Loy
SeptemberSeptember 3, 5–7:30 pmSaturday: MY MAN GODFREY Gail Patrick, William Powell
Sunday: MR. BLANDINGS BUILDS HIS DREAM HOME Cary Grant, Myrna Loy
Opening Reception for The 44th Annual Art Department Faculty Exhibition
No Admission Fee
September 5–9No Admission Fee
The Benton will be closed for Labor Day.
September 10, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: Randall Hoyt, Associate Professor of Communication Design
No Admission Fee
September 18, 9:15 amNo Admission Fee
Lecture: The Gene & Georgia Mittelman Distinguished Lecture in the Arts / Art and Art History Fall Convocation / Speaker: Robert Storr, Dean of the School of Art, Yale University /
Note: This event will be held in The Student
Union Ballroom.
No Admission Fee
September 24, 12:15–12:45 pmNote: This event will be held in The Student
Union Ballroom.
No Admission Fee
Gallery Talk: Mark Zurolo, Associate Professor of Communication Design
No Admission Fee
September 27, 1–3 pmNo Admission Fee
Reception for Women’s Work, Women’s Dreams
No Admission Fee
OctoberOctober 8, 12:15–12:45 pmNo Admission Fee
Gallery Talk: Janet Pritchard, Associate Professor of Photography
October 8, 4 pmLecture: Women’s Work, Women’s Dreams: A Century of Swedish Women’s Arts / Speakers: Ann Charters and Samuel Charters, guest curators
October 10, 1:15 pmFilm: Count of the Old Town (Munkbrogreven), 1935
October 11, 1:15 pmFilm: Swedenhielms, 1935
October 15, 12:15–1 pmRecitalsPlus: A performance by advanced music students in the School of Fine Arts
October 15, 4 pmPanel Discussion: 20th Century Swedish Social Policy & The Arts / Panelists: Ann Charters and Samuel Charters, guest curators; Jean Givens, Professor of Art History; Lyle Scruggs, Associate Professor, Comparative Politics, West European Politics, and Comparative Political Economy
October 17, 1:15 pmFilm: House of Angels, 1993
October 18, 1:15 pmFilm: House of Angels: The Second Summer, 1994
October 22, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: The Collection Connection - A Museum educator will discuss works by Dürer and Rembrandt from the Benton collection.
October 24, 1:15 pmFilm: Winter Light , 1962
October 25, 1:15 pmFilm: Under the Sun (Under Solen), 1998
October 29, 12:15–1 pmRecitalsPlus: 10/29 performance is cancelled, please check the November calendar for upcoming recitals.
October 30, 5–7 pmReception for The Spirit of Afghanistan: Carpets of War and Hope
October 31, 1:15 pmFilm: Haxan: Witchcraft Through the Ages, 1922
NovemberNovember 1, 1:15 pmFilm: The Third Wave (Den Tredje Vagan), 2003
November 5, 12:15-12:45 pmGallery Talk: Women's Work, Women's Dreams: Talk by a Museum educator
November 6, 5-7:30 pmSpecial Event: En Svensk Fest: A Swedish Celebration. 5:15 pm: Lecture by Jean Givens, Professor of Art History / 6:15 pm: Traditional Swedish folk music performed by Nutmeg Spelmanslag / Doors open at 4:45 pm. Cash wine bar and refreshments
November 7, 1:15 pmFilm: The Man on the Roof
1976, 110 mins. R. Considered by some to be the finest Swedish film ever made, it broke new ground by realistically showing the police as less then honest and heroic. Based on the novel by Sjöwall and Wahlöö, Stockholm Detective Martin Beck must investigate the grisly murder of police Lieutenant Nyman who was known for brutality and corruption. Despite fatigue and sore feet, Beck and his partner Rönn use their years of experience to methodically follow the clues and solve the case.
November 8, 1:15 pm1976, 110 mins. R. Considered by some to be the finest Swedish film ever made, it broke new ground by realistically showing the police as less then honest and heroic. Based on the novel by Sjöwall and Wahlöö, Stockholm Detective Martin Beck must investigate the grisly murder of police Lieutenant Nyman who was known for brutality and corruption. Despite fatigue and sore feet, Beck and his partner Rönn use their years of experience to methodically follow the clues and solve the case. Film: Kopps
2003, 90 mins. NR. The sleepy town of Högboträsk has no crime, aside from an occasional wandering cow. The town’s three cops spend their time eating waffles, drinking coffee, or, in Benny’s case, daydreaming of American style shoot-outs. But a crime-free village has no use for a police force and the station is slated for closure. Quietly, they begin their own crime wave, with chaotic and unpredictable results.
Films begin at 1:15 pm and admission is free. Swedish with English subtitles intended for mature audiences. Food and drink are allowed in the Museum lounge.
November 12, 4 pm2003, 90 mins. NR. The sleepy town of Högboträsk has no crime, aside from an occasional wandering cow. The town’s three cops spend their time eating waffles, drinking coffee, or, in Benny’s case, daydreaming of American style shoot-outs. But a crime-free village has no use for a police force and the station is slated for closure. Quietly, they begin their own crime wave, with chaotic and unpredictable results.Films begin at 1:15 pm and admission is free. Swedish with English subtitles intended for mature audiences. Food and drink are allowed in the Museum lounge.
Lecture: The Spirit of Afghanistan: Carpets of War and Hope. Speaker: Ann W. Norton, guest curator and Professor of Humanities in Art History, Non-Western Art and Culture, Providence College
November 13, 2:30–4 pmStudio Workshop: Geometric Design Inspired by Islamic Art. Conducted by the Museum’s Education Department
November 14, 1:15 pmFilm: Dreaming of Rita , 1993
November 15, 1:15 pmFilm: My Life as a Dog (Mitt Liv som Hund), 1985
November 19, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: The Spirit of Afghanistan: Talk by a Museum educator
November 21, 1:15 pmFilm: Afghanistan Unveiled, 2003
November 22, 1:15 pmFilm: Kandahar (Safar e Ghandehar), 2001
DecemberNovember 23–December 2The Benton will be closed for Thanksgiving.
December 3, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: Women’s Work, Women’s Dreams: Talk by a Museum Educator
December 4, 2:30–4 pmStudio Workshop: Still Life. Conducted by the Museum’s Education Department
December 5, 1:15 pmFilm: Turtles Can Fly (Lakposhtha Parvaz Mikonand), 2004
December 6, 1:15 pmFilm: Kite Runner, 2007
December 10, 12:15–1 pmRecitalsPlus: A performance by advanced music students in the School of Fine Arts
December 12, 1:15 pmFilm: Fanny and Alexander (Fanny och Alexander), 1982
December 13, 1:30–3:30 pmSpecial Event: Santa Lucia Day Celebration. Make a Santa Lucia crown. Decorate a Dala horse cookie. Enjoy Swedish storytelling. Savor saffron buns, coffee, and cider.
December 17, 12:15–12:45 pmGallery Talk: The Spirit of Afghanistan: Talk by a Museum educator
December 13–18Sale: The Store’s annual Holiday Sale
JanuaryJanuary 21, 12:15 PMGallery Talk: The Collection Connection
Assistant Curator Eve Perry will talk about a recently acquisitioned Alice Neel lithograph and a Robert Motherwell collage from the Museum
collections
January 21, 10 AM Assistant Curator Eve Perry will talk about a recently acquisitioned Alice Neel lithograph and a Robert Motherwell collage from the Museum
collections
New exhibitions open
January 28, 12:15 PMRecitalsPlus: A performance by an advanced music student in the School of Fine Arts
January 29, 5–7 PMReception for From Amazing Stories to Weird Tales and The Old and the New
FebruaryFebruary 4, 12:15 PMGallery Talk: From Amazing Stories to Weird Tales with Assistant Curator Eve Perry
February 7, 2 PMSunday Films: Neo-noir / Brick (2005)
February 11, 12:15 PMRecitalsPlus: A performance by an advanced music student in the School of Fine Arts
February 14, 2 PMSunday Films: Neo-noir / Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005)
February 14, 5 PMMusic on a Sunday Afternoon
February 18, 12:15 PMGallery Talk: The Collection Connection. Museum Director Dr. Thomas Bruhn will talk about 19th-century Japanese color woodcuts from the collection.
February 21, 2 PMSunday Films: Neo-noir / Deep Cover (1992)
February 25, 12:15 PMRecitalsPlus: A performance by an advanced music student in the School of Fine Arts
February 25Sheer Opacity's opening day
February 28, 2 PMSunday Films: Neo-noir / Red Rock West (1992)
MarchMarch 4, 12:15 PMGallery Talk: From Amazing Stories to Weird Tales
- Assistant Curator Eve Perry
March 7, 2 PM- Assistant Curator Eve Perry
Sunday Films: Neo-noir / Memento (2000)
March 8 - 12The Benton is closed.
March 14 Last day to see From Amazing Stories to Weird Tales
March 25, 10 AM New exhibitions open: Poem & Picture and CounterMart
March 26, 2:30 PMDrawing Workshop conducted by Education Coordinator Tracy Lawlor
March 27, 2 PMCampus Art Walk led by Museum Docent
March 28, 2 PMSunday Films: Artist Biopic: Miss Potter (2006)
AprilApril 1, 12:15 PMGallery Talk: The Work of Abby Manock Assistant Curator Eve Perry
April 1, 5–7 PM Reception for Poem & Picture, CounterMart, and The 2010 Master of Fine Arts Exhibition
April 2, 2:30 PM Drawing Workshop conducted by Education Coordinator Tracy Lawlor
Monday, April 5, 7-9pmLRL!'s special celebration of National Poetry Month features poetry by Sean Forbes and Denise Abercrombie, visual art by Caitlin Yates, and open mic. The event is presented in conjunction with the Benton's Poem & Picture exhibition. Bring a favorite poem to share on the open mic. Light refreshments will be served. For more info, visit http://longriverreview.com/live/
April 3–7The Benton is closed.
April 8, 12:15 PMRecitalsPlus: A performance by an advanced music student in the School of Fine Arts
April 9, 2:30 PM Drawing Workshop conducted by Education Coordinator Tracy Lawlor
April 10, 2 PM Campus Art Walk led by Museum Docent
April 11, 2 PMSunday Films: Artist Biopic / Carrington (1995)
April 15, 12:15 PMGallery Talk: The five Master of Fine Arts degree candidates will talk about their work.
April 16, 2:30 PM Drawing Workshop conducted by Education Coordinator Tracy Lawlor
April 17, 2 PM Campus Art Walk led by Museum Docent
April 18, 2 PMSunday Films: Artist Biopic / Crumb (1994)
April 22, 12:15 PMRecitalsPlus: A performance by an advanced music student in the School of Fine Arts
April 24, 2 PM Campus Art Walk led by Museum Docent
April 25, 2 PMSunday Films: Artist Biopic / Basquiat (1996)
April 25, 5 PMMusic on a Sunday Afternoon
Tuesday April 27, 7 pm Poetic Journeys Celebration
A collaboration between UConn’s Creative Writing Program and the Art Department’s Design Center, Poetic Journeys features poetry and graphics by students, printed on posters and displayed in place of advertising on the University’s public transportation system. Come and enjoy the unveiling of the 2010-2011 Poetic Journeys series and meet the featured poets and artists.
April 29, 12:15 PMA collaboration between UConn’s Creative Writing Program and the Art Department’s Design Center, Poetic Journeys features poetry and graphics by students, printed on posters and displayed in place of advertising on the University’s public transportation system. Come and enjoy the unveiling of the 2010-2011 Poetic Journeys series and meet the featured poets and artists.
Gallery Talk: Poem & Picture Assistant Curator Eve Perry
MayMarch 14, 2 PMSunday Films: Neo-noir / The Machinist (2004)