
Events for September 30, 2016
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6:00 pm
Dan Friedman: Radical Modernist Opening Reception & Talk
Dan Friedman’s diversity of visual material is evident in Dan Friedman: Radical Modernist, on view October 1 – December 3 in the Frederick Layton Gallery at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, with an Opening Reception and Talk by exhibit designer Christopher Pullman Friday, September 30, 6 p.m. Friedman, a design pioneer working across various media, sought to create, delight and engage with his designs, furniture and more. His legendary work is featured in this comprehensive exhibit, making its Midwest debut at MIAD. Viewers experience his unique vision, and contributions to graphic design and the broader realm of the visual arts. Highlighted in the exhibit are Friedman’s groundbreaking typography, eccentric furniture and playfully-subversive 3D objects, which were integral to both American street culture and global experimental design. This event is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday – Saturday.
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“Music at Historic Trinity” organ recital: “The Chorale and the Organ” with John Behnke, organist
Trinity’s historic 1879 Schuelke organ will be heard in a program entitled, “The Chorale and the Organ” featuring works by J.S. Bach, Jongen, Franck, Alain, and new compositions by composer/organist, John Behnke as Dr. Behnke celebrates 25 years as the organist at Historic Trinity. We hope you will put this date on your calendar to enjoy the mighty sounds of the Trinity organ. A freewill offering will be received. A wine and cheese reception will follow.
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Blithe Spirit
Noël Coward’s spirited, fast-paced comedy returns to the Helfaer Stage to open our 2016-2017 season! When cynical author Charles Condomine invites “happy medium” Madame Arcati into his home, a séance-gone-wrong summons the ghost of his first wife, Elvira, and leaves Charles torn between his past and his present. Audiences of all ages will adore the haunting hijinks conjured up in Blithe Spirit!
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