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Spindrift, The Sounds of Kaleidoscope, The Chimeras
Tuesday, 08/25/2009@ 9PM

Spindrift, The Sounds of Kaleidoscope, The Chimeras

What: Continuing their psychedelic string of artists, Johnny Brenda's will host another night of great artists, including Spindrift, the Pink Floyd-inspired The Sounds of Kaleidoscope and The Chimera.

Where: 1201 N. Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA

Cost: $10 | 21+

Adventures in Modern Art
Sunday, 07/12/2009 to Sunday, 09/13/2009@ 10AM-5PM

Adventures in Modern Art

 What:   The Philadelphia Museum of Art this summer presents Adventures in Modern Art: The Charles K. Williams II Collection, a major collection of American and European modernist works; includes approximately 100 paintings, sculptures, watercolors, and drawings from the early decades of the 20th century. Several famed artists featured, among them Joseph Stella, Oscar Bluemner, Charles Demuth, and Arthur Dove. On view in the Dorrance Galleries (July 12 - September 13, 2009).

Where:   Dorrance Galleries at the Philadelphia Art Museum, Ben Franklin Parkway & 26th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Cost:   FREE

http://www.philamuseum.org/exhibitions/341.html

East Asian Art
Thursday, 03/12/2009 to Sunday, 02/28/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM & Fri 10AM-8:45PM

East Asian Art

What: This two part exhibit highlights similar art themes across neighboring cultures. The first part features Korean screen paintings with notable Chinese narratives like General Guo Ziyi’s Banquet and the Hundred Children. These images are presented alongside Chinese ceramics of the Qing dynasty (1616–1912).

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St. & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Adults: $16, Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14, Students (with valid ID): $12, Children (ages 13–18): $12 (ages 12 & under): Free

May Your Glass Be Ever Full
Sunday, 07/05/2009 to Monday, 05/31/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM, Fri 10AM-8:45PM

May Your Glass Be Ever Full

What: This installation showcases the tools of everyone's favorite trade: drinking! The people of the Age of Englightenment were no different and this installation displays the objects they used to consume libations.

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Members: Free; Adults: $16; Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14; Students (with valid ID): $12; Children (ages 13–18): $12, (ages 12 & under): Free

Sonny Rollins
Tuesday, 08/25/2009@ Call for times

What:   A genuine jazz giant, Theodore Walter “Sonny” Rollins is the iconic American jazz tenor saxophonist. He has enjoyed a long, prolific career that began at age 11, and is still touring and recording today. Rollins remains an exhilarating and inspiring force in the jazz world.

Where:   Verizon Hall

Cost:  $36- $79

Wrought & Crafted
Saturday, 05/09/2009 to Sunday, 01/31/2010@ Tues-Sun 10AM-5PM, Fri 10AM-8:45PM

Wrought & Crafted

What: Philadelphia's several centuries worth of rich history in metalwork inspired this exhibition. On display are works (hollowware,  sculpture, and jewelry) by notable 21st century Philadelphia metalsmiths as well as recognized artists around the country.

Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art, 26th St & Ben Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA

Cost: Members: Free; Adults: $16; Seniors (ages 65 & over): $14; Students (with valid ID): $12; Children (ages 13–18): $12, (ages 12 & under): Free

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