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Tuesday November 05

6:00 pm

Van Gogh to the Movies: Akira Kurosawa’s Dreams

This sumptuous Akira Kurosawa film based on the filmmaker’s own dreams consists of eight colorful vignettes ranging from tales of childlike wonder to apocalyptic apparitions. One of these stories, entitled “Crows,” serves as a tribute to Vincent van Gogh, played by director Martin Scorsese. Rated PG. 2 hours.

Wednesday November 06

2:00 pm

Gallery Tour: Van Gogh and His Inspirations

Vincent van Gogh is one of the most recognizable and sought-after artists today. But how did he become the artist we now know him to be? Experience Van Gogh and His Inspirations with insights from one of our trained docents as they provide context for the spheres Van Gogh traveled in, the artists he admired, and how those influences helped shape his signature style.

Wednesday November 06

6:00 pm

Art Class: Oil Painting

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, and 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Explore the process of oil painting to better understand color blending, brushwork, and glazing in this three-part painting class. Taught by Laurel Archie, a professional painter and instructor who studied art in Chicago, Italy, and Paris before earning her Masters of Fine Arts from USC and teaching at their School of Visual Art and Design. All skill levels welcome. Some familiarity with drawing

Saturday November 09

10:00 am

Stop-In Studios

Get creative in the studios at this drop-in for all ages held on the second Saturday of every month. This month we bring the outside world into the studios with Van Gogh-inspired landscapes. Free with membership or admission. Join today! Premier Programming Sponsor: First Citizens Bank

Saturday November 09

11:00 am

Gallery Tour: Van Gogh and His Inspirations

Saturday, November 9 | 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Vincent van Gogh is one of the most recognizable and sought-after artists today. But how did he become the artist we now know him to be? Experience Van Gogh and His Inspirations with insights from one of our trained docents as they provide context for the spheres Van Gogh traveled in, the artists he admired, and how those influences helped shape his signature style.

Sunday November 10

2:00 pm

Getting to Know Van Gogh with Stephanie Viani Hromadka

Neuroscientist Stephanie Viani Hromadka weighs in on the notion of Van Gogh and the concept of The Spread Mind, in which experience and the world are one.

Tuesday November 12

7:00 pm

CMA Chamber Music on Main

Music plus art equals a magical experience with this chamber concert series featuring artistic director and pianist Andrew Armstrong. Tessa Lark on violin and Philip Myers on french horn join Armstrong to play works by Schubert, Bizet, and Brahms. CMA Chamber Music on Main, a longtime fan-favorite program, brings together world-class musicians who are acclaimed in their respective instruments.

Friday November 15

7:00 pm

Arts & Draughts

More details coming soon!

Saturday November 16

11:00 am

Gallery Tour: Van Gogh and His Inspirations

Saturday, November 16 | 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Vincent van Gogh is one of the most recognizable and sought-after artists today. But how did he become the artist we now know him to be? Experience Van Gogh and His Inspirations with insights from one of our trained docents as they provide context for the spheres Van Gogh traveled in, the artists he admired, and how those influences helped shape his signature style.

Monday November 18

6:00 pm

An Evening with the Curator

Join Chief Curator Will South for an exclusive after-hours tour through Van Gogh and His Inspirations. Get up close and personal with the exhibition in a small group setting and gain invaluable insights from the curator responsible for the exhibition.

Wednesday November 20

11:00 am

ArtBreak: Van Gogh and French Literature

Wednesday, November 20 | Café at 10:30 a.m. | Program at 11:00 a.m.

USC French Professor Alexandre Bonafos discusses the rise of the realist novel and how Van Gogh’s deep appreciation of Emile Zola impacted his work. Begin the morning at the museum at 10:30 a.m. with pastries and coffee sold at a pop-up café provided by Curiosity Coffee Bar. Program starts at 11:00 a.m. ArtBreak is a program that looks at art through a different lens. Each session features a

Wednesday November 20

2:00 pm

Gallery Tour: Van Gogh and His Inspirations

Vincent van Gogh is one of the most recognizable and sought-after artists today. But how did he become the artist we now know him to be? Experience Van Gogh and His Inspirations with insights from one of our trained docents as they provide context for the spheres Van Gogh traveled in, the artists he admired, and how those influences helped shape his signature style.