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On the Road

Tap into the avant garde at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

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Jun 23, 2022 | 12:00 pm

Got a thing for modern art? Then you'll be in heaven at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, which showcases sculptures, paintings, and more from the 1940s to the present.

Situated in the heart of Fort Worth's impressive Cultural District, the Modern stands out with its elegant concrete, glass, and steel building designed by the renowned Japanese architect Tadao Ando.

In addition to the soaring, light-filled gallery space and landscaped grounds dotted with outdoor sculptures, the museum features a reflecting pond, theater, education center, gift shop, and cafe, creating a thriving hub for both locals and visitors alike.

Founded in 1892, the Modern is the oldest museum in Texas. Today, it connects audiences of all ages and backgrounds with the most compelling art and ideas of our time. Showcasing the work of historically significant, mid-career, and emerging artists, the Modern is known for its evolving collection, which is international in scope.

Throughout the Modern's grounds, you'll find such influential artists as Sol LeWitt, Jenny Holzer, Anselm Kiefer, Martin Puryear, Agnes Martin, Mark Bradford, Teresita Fernández, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, and Kehinde Wiley.

The museum has a long history of close relationships with the living artists, many of whom visit the museum regularly to give talks and lead workshops.  

The Modern is also a center of lifelong learning and exchange. Its programs include tours, lectures by leading figures in the art world, youth and adult classes, art camps, workshops, and a range of small-group studio and gallery programs led by the museum's educators, docents, and community artists.

You can also view critically acclaimed first-run films here, and the museum partners with local arts organizations to present music, dance, and theater experiences.

On view now through September 25 is the special exhibition "Women Painting Women," which features 46 female artists who choose women as subject matter in their works.

This presentation includes 60 evocative portraits that span the late 1960s to the present. "Women Painting Women" recognizes female perspectives that have been historically underrepresented in the history of art.

See paintings by early trailblazers like Alice Neel and Emma Amos to emerging artists such as Jordan Casteel and Apolonia Sokol. Some, such as Jenny Saville, work on large canvases producing images that dwarf the space around them, while others, including Somaya Critchlow, paint on a modest scale that invites close viewing.

But all place women — their bodies, gestures, and individuality — at the forefront.

While you're exploring the collections, take time to indulge at Cafe Modern, led by Wolfgang Puck-trained executive chef Jett Mora. The acclaimed restaurant provides creative cuisine and seasonal menus featuring comfort food with global influences and local ingredients. Texas spirits are also on the menu, if you feel like leading a toast.

Plan your next visit to the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth here.

The museum features light-filled gallery spaces, this one with a sculpture by Wangechi Mutu.

Sculpture by Wangechi Mutu.
Photo courtesy of The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
The museum features light-filled gallery spaces, this one with a sculpture by Wangechi Mutu.
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Texas museum displays Broadway's 'Wicked' best costumes in new exhibition

Katherine Stinson
Nov 11, 2022 | 9:59 am
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Susan Hilferty's designs are on display at the McNay Art Museum until March 23, 2023.

As Glinda the Good Witch says in the iconic Wicked opening, let us "rejoiceify" with a San Antonio museum's newest exhibit — Something Wicked/Susan Hilferty Costumes.

Hilferty is the costume design mastermind behind the Tony Award-winning costumes in the hit Broadway musical, from Glinda's resplendent blue ballgown to Elphaba's magical finale dress. They're just two of the incredible array of Hilferty costumes currently on display at the McNay Art Museum. Other costumes spotted were vibrant Ozian outfits, Glinda's pink 'Popular' dress, the Wizard's green suit, and more.

McNay guests can also immerse themselves in the worlds of other musicals Hilferty has designed costumes for, including Annie, Wonderland, and Lestat. There are thirty of Hilferty's brilliant costumes to view in total.

Hilferty has also been confirmed as a guest at the McNay Art Museum's annual Tobin Distinguished Lecture, which will take place on Thursday, March 23, 2023. (Guests can purchase tickets for the lecture on the McNay website closer to the event date).

The Tony Award-winning costume and set designer collaborated with R. Scott Blackshire, Ph.D., curator of the Tobin Collection of Theatre Arts to create a truly enchanting experience that will officially be housed at the McNay until Sunday, March 26th, 2023.

Dr. Blackshire had nothing but praise for the exciting collaboration, noting in an official statement that, "Helping [Hilferty] honor the makers, artisans, knitters, fabric painters, and others who bring her designs to the stage was a privilege. Susan relies on creative collaboration for every production she designs."

The importance of the exhibition for San Antonio's prosperous theater community was not lost on Dr. Blackshire, who also stated, "The community of San Antonio theater makers who visit the exhibition will find many of their art forms represented and reflected in the costumes."

Something Wicked/Susan Hilferty Costumes is now open to the public in the Tobin Theatre Arts and Brown Galleries at the McNay Art Museum until March 23, 2023.

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Season Announcement

Familiar names fill Circle Theatre's inspiring 2023 season in Fort Worth

Lindsey Wilson
Nov 10, 2022 | 2:29 pm
Dallas Theater Center presents The Mountaintop
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"The Mountaintop" at Dallas Theater Center in 2015.

Blind Lemon Jefferson, Martin Luther King, Jr., Dear Sugar, the real Josh Cohen, and Mr. Rogers. These are all lead characters in Circle Theatre's 2023 season, which features a true-to-life protagonist in each show that exemplifies the theater’s values of innovation, integrity, excellence, inclusiveness, and service.

"These delightful and inspiring stories will spark curiosity, empathy, and joy in our patrons," says executive director Tim Long. "In a time where we crave authenticity, Circle Theatre is keeping it real for 2023.”

The theater, located in Sundance Square, begins its season with Lonesome Blues, which was recently produced at Dallas' Undermain Theatre.

Born blind but ultimately able to express his deepest emotions through music, Blind Lemon Jefferson was discovered on a street corner in the Deep Ellum section of Dallas in 1925. He made more than 80 records over the next four years — becoming one the most prolific and influential performers of his generation and propelling the growth of rhythm and blues, soul, doo-wop, rap, and hip-hop. Written by Alan Govenar and Akin Babatunde, and directed by Babatunde, it runs February 2-11, 2023.

Katori Hall's The Mountaintop is next, directed by D. Wambui Richardson.

On April 3, 1968, after delivering one of his most memorable speeches, an exhausted Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel while a storm rages outside. When a mysterious stranger arrives with some surprising news, King is forced to confront his destiny and his legacy to his people. It runs March 30-April 15, 2023.

Tiny Beautiful Things, based on the book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos, is a celebration of the simple beauty of being human.

Based on Cheryl Strayed’s journey as the beloved anonymous advice columnist for “Dear Sugar," where thousands of people turned to her for words of wisdom, compassion, and hope. Reluctant to claim that she has all the answers, Sugar looks to her own past and draws on her life experiences to bring light, laughter, and humanity to others. Directed by Susan Sargeant, it runs June 1-17, 2023.

The regional premiere of The Other Josh Cohenhas book, music, and lyrics by Steve Rosen and David Rossmer, and is directed by Joel Ferrell with music direction by Cody Dry.

Josh Cohen just can’t get a break. He’s single, broke, and to top it all off, his apartment’s been robbed of everything but a Neil Diamond CD. Soon though, his luck takes a turn when a mysterious envelope arrives that changes his life forever. Thus begins the hilarious and quirky romantic comedy about a good guy caught in a lifelong battle with bad luck. It runs August 24-September 16, 2023.

Closing out the season is I’m Proud of You, adapted for the stage by Tim Madigan and Harry Parker and based on Madigan's book I’m Proud of You, My Friendship with Fred Rogers.

Former Fort Worth Star-Telegram writer Tim Madigan recalls how an interview with the icon of kindness and everyone’s neighbor, Mr. Fred Rogers, led to a wondrous and life-changing friendship. Throughout this friendship, Fred helped Tim mend his relationships and become a better husband, father, and brother. This world premiere is directed by Parker and runs November 2-18, 2023.

Individual ticket prices are $40-$50, with preview performance tickets $20-$25. Call 817-877-3040 for further information and reservations, or visit CircleTheatre.com to buy tickets online.

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New self-guided walking tour showcases Fort Worth Stockyards’ many Hollywood ties

Celestina Blok
Nov 10, 2022 | 11:51 am
New self-guided walking tour showcases Fort Worth Stockyards’ many Hollywood ties
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The Stockyards Hotel is on the tour.

A new self-guided tour showcasing the Fort Worth Stockyards’ many star-studded appearances in cinema throughout the years has debuted in time for the 16th annual Lone Star Film Festival, taking place November 10-12 in the Stockyards for the first time.

Called Stars of the Stockyards, the eight-stop, go-at-your-own pace walking tour guides folks to famous film sites where celebrities have stepped foot in front of Hollywood cameras. Visitors to the Stockyards can access the PDF tour map on their smart phones via QR codes (no app required) posted throughout the district, namely at hotels and tour kiosks.

"The Stockyards is a historic and celebrated destination for many reasons, but one that may be lesser known is its popularity as a filming location for some of our favorite movies and TV series," said Ethan Cartwright, VP of marketing for Stockyards Heritage Development Co.

The tour and corresponding QR codes are a permanent addition to the district, he said.

Stops on the map include the iconic White Elephant Saloon, a hotbed for Hollywood performances including several by legendary actor and martial artist Chuck Norris in the longtime TV series, Walker, Texas Ranger when the watering hole was portrayed as the fictional CD Bar. The White Elephant was also graced by country music superstar Tim McGraw and Academy Award-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton for their appearances in Paramount Plus’ hit series 1883.

Also in 1883 and featured on the tour is Hookers Grill, hidden in the less flashy West side of Exchange Ave. The burger shack transformed into a gambling den in the show called The Texas House of Liquor & Sport. It’s the only building in the Stockyards that preserved the façade constructed by 1883’s production team. During operating hours, customers can order at the outdoor burger window and dine at patio tables within the two-story structure.

Cowtown Coliseum is marked on the map for its appearances in the 1983 film Tough Enough, where actor Dennis Quaid played an amateur boxer. It’s also the home of the final rodeo scene in the 1992 movie Pure Country starring country music legend George Strait.

Billy Bob’s Texas, the Stockyards Hotel, and even unassuming historic cattle pens also make the list on the tour, along with notations for the Texas Trail of Fame, which features more than 240 bronze markers honoring contributors for preserving and perpetuating the Western way of life.

Veteran actors Sam Elliot and Robert Duvall, both stars in the megahit TV series Yellowstone, are among the most recent Texas Trail of Fame inductees.

For more information and to get started on the tour, go here.

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