THE DAYTON ART INSTITUTE MUSEUM PROGRAMS GUIDEFor the latest program information visit www.daytonartinstitute.org

The Dayton Art Institute asks all visitors to pay a suggested admission fee. Anyone unable to contribute the suggested admission willbe welcomed to the museum’s permanent collection galleries free of charge, courtesy of our Chase Endowment Fund. Suggested general admission to The Dayton Art Institute is $8 for adults and $5 for seniors (60+), active military and groups. Admission is free for museum members, students (18+ w/ID) and youth (17 and under). Programs and events that carry an admission or registration fee include admission to the museum’s permanent collection as part of the price.

Join us throughout the fall for family programs such as our Tiny Thursdays preschool program and Super Saturday Family Days. See the program listings for more information!

September - December 2013 Get connected to our new Reservation Hotline!When making plans to attend an event, take a class, or see a performance simply call 223-4ART (4278) to make your reservations.

PROGRAMS & EVENTS AT THE MUSEUM: For the latest information and updates about programs and events at The Dayton Art Institute, visit our website, at www.daytonartinstitute.org, and be sure to sign up for our email newsletter.

Tiny ThursdaysEvery Thursday, September – December (except November 28 & December 26), 11:00 a.m. - noonExperiencenter$6/child with member caregiver ; $8/child with non-member caregiver Contact Alex Otte at 937-512-0167 or aotte@daytonart.org for more information

Join us on Thursday mornings for our popular child and caregiver program, Tiny Thursdays. Each week we have story time designed by a Dayton Metro Librarian, a fun gallery hunt, and a creative, take-away art-making activity in a private classroom in the Experiencenter!

Vectren Jazz & Beyond: Tribute to Louis ArmstrongThursday, September 12, 5:30 p.m.Shaw Gothic CloisterFREE to members; $8 non-members

The Vectren Jazz & Beyond series continues in September with a tribute to the one and only Satchmo. Join us as local trumpeter Dean Simms brings the great Louis Armstrong to life on the Vectren Jazz & Beyond stage. You won’t believe your eyes & ears!

I See The Rhythm: Sonic Interplay Grand OpeningSaturday, September 14, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.ExperiencenterFREE to members; included in museum suggested admission for non-members

Come marvel at a massive sound sculpture created by artist Michael Bashaw and eight middle school apprentices during a week of summer art camp. See, hear and play the interactive musical installation, Sonic Interplay. Meet the artist, listen and participate in improvisational music-making and share in refreshments.

A Buckeye Abroad: Gallery Talk & ReceptionSaturday, September 14, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Special Exhibition Gallery and Private Dining RoomFree for Sustaining membership level and higher; $10 Sponsoring membership level and lower; $15 non-members

Join Dr. Henry Adams, guest curator for the exhibtion and Curator Emeritus of American Art at the Cleveland Museum of Art, for an intimate gallery talk about the work of painter Frank Wilcox, as featured in the exhibition A Buckeye Abroad: Frank Wilcox in Paris 1910 – 1926. A champagne reception with fruit, cheese and cash bar follows in the museum’s Private Dining Room.

Oktoberfest Young Professionals EventThursday, September 26, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.DAI Grounds$20 (includes admission and two drink tickets)

New events highlight this year’s Oktoberfest! Network and socialize with colleagues and friends, and get the FIRST pour of Oktoberfest beers and wines. Grab a bite to eat from local fave Zombie Dogz! Event tickets are also good for admission to Oktoberfest on Saturday or Sunday.

Oktoberfest Lunch at The DAIFriday, September 27, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.DAI GroundsFREE event; food and drinks available for purchase

Join us for brats, mets, dogs and all the trimmings! There’s no charge to enter the grounds, and food and drink will be available for purchase. You can also buy your event tickets, mugs and tees while you are there. We will be tapping the MAIN beer truck for the event. Don’t miss it!

Oktoberfest Preview PartyFriday, September 27, 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.DAI GroundsAdvance Tickets: $45 members; $60 non-members Tickets at the Gate: $80

Oktoberfest festivities kick off with the annual Preview Party. Guests enjoy a casual, less-crowded atmosphere. Highlights include complimentary beer, wine & soft drinks, more than 65 artisan exhibitors & 30 food vendors, cash bar for international beer and premium wine, and live entertainment by Cleveland favorites The Spazmatics.

OktoberfestSaturday, September 28, noon – 11:00 p.m.Sunday, September 29, noon – 7:00 p.m.DAI GroundsAdvance Tickets: $5 adults; $3 seniors and students (ages 7-18) Tickets at the Gate: $7 adults; $5 seniors and students Children 6 and under free

Oktoberfest includes a fully covered Main Stage viewing area and an expanded Craft Beer tent with four big-screen TVs for all the weekend football action. Live music will include Polka Punk, the Sauerkraut German Band, Skilless Villains, Spongewurthy, Good English and Crazy Joe & His Friends. The ACCO Brands FamilyFest provides free art activities and games for the kids, from noon – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Tiny Thursdays and Super Saturday Family DaysThursdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 11:00 a.m. – noonSaturdays, October 12 & 26, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Experiencenter ClassroomTiny Thursdays: $6/child with member caregiver ; $8/child with non-member caregiver Super Saturday: $5 members (family of four); $10 non-members (family of four); $2 for each additional childContact Alex Otte 937-512-0167 or aotte@daytonart.org

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Notre Dame – Seine Flood of 1910 (detail), Watercolor and graphite on paper, Private Collection, Cleveland

Join us every Thursday morning in October from 11:00 a.m. – noon for our Tiny Thursdays preschool program. Families of all ages may join us on October 12 and 26, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. for creative art-making at our Super Saturday Family Days.

Vectren Jazz & Beyond: Greg Abate & the Lee McKinney TrioPresented in Partnership with CityfolkThursday, October 10, 5:30 p.m.Shaw Gothic CloisterFREE to members; $8 non-members

The Vectren Jazz & Beyond series continues in October, with Greg Abate & the Lee McKinney Trio. Abate is an international Jazz recording artist and composer on saxophone and flute who tours the globe 150 days a year.

Zoot Theatre Company: Rocky Horror (Puppet) ShowOctober 11 – November 2, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m.; Special midnight performance on Saturday, October 26NCR Renaissance AuditoriumIndividual Tickets (before 9/30): $20 adults; $17 seniors & students; $12 children under 12Individual Tickets (after 9/30): $25 adults; $20 seniors & students; $15 children under 12Series Subscription (3 Shows): $51 adults; $46 seniors & students; $35 children under 12

The Zoot Theatre Company kicks off its second season at The DAI with a new take on a cult classic! The sweet transvestite and his motley crew will take the stage in an entirely new way and for the first time ever at the NCR Renaissance Auditorium. Contains adult themes and strong language; recommended for ages 16 and up.

Vanguard Concerts: Chamber Orchestra KremlinNEW DAY & TIME! Sunday, October 13, 6:30 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumIndividual Tickets: $25 adults; $20 studentsSeries Subscription (5 Concerts): $95 adults; $45 studentsCall 937-436-0244 or go to daytonartinstitute.org/vanguard for tickets

The Russians are coming! Vanguard Concerts kicks off its 52nd seasonwith the return of the Chamber Orchestra Kremlin. Founded in 1991, the orchestra, comprising some of Russia’s finest young string players, has carved a niche for itself under the creative baton of its founder and music director Misha Rachlevsky.

Orchids ’n Art: The Fall 2013 Mid-America Orchid CongressHosted by the Greater Cincinnati Orchid Society and the Miami Valley Orchid Society, partnering with The Dayton Art InstituteSaturday, October 19, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sunday, October 20, noon – 5 p.m.Shaw Gothic Cloister and Great HallFREE to members; included in museum suggested admission for non-members

The Mid-America Orchid Congress brings its fall orchid show and sale to The Dayton Art Institute! Join enthusiasts from 18 states and Ontario, Canada, to learn from world renowned orchid experts, socialize, share experiences, and have the chance to purchase unusual orchids not found in your local store!

Orchids ’n Art GalaSaturday, October 19, 5:30 p.m.Shaw Gothic Cloister, Great Hall and NCR Renaissance AuditoriumSilent and Live Auction, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.: free and open to the publicGala Banquet, 7:30 p.m.: $40, includes keynote addressKeynote Address, 8:30 p.m.: $15 in advance; $20 at the doorRegister online at www.orchidsandart.com

The Fall 2013 Mid-America Orchid Congress Gala features a live and silent auction with art, orchids and other fun things, a banquet (advance registration required), and a keynote address, Orchids in Art & Illustration, by botanical artist Angela Mirro.

Fifth Third Bank Arts Night Out: Joe Castillo: SandStoryThursday, October 24, 8:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumIndividual Tickets: $30Series Subscription (3 shows): $80 adults; $78 seniors

Joe Castillo uses his hands as tools to create art in the sand. SandStory is a unique way of storytelling that uses sand, a light table and music as a medium. Combining a message with on-the-spot creativity, Joe Castillo performances challenge, amaze and surprise audiences.

FREE TO MEMBERS Object of Devotion Preview EventFriday, October 25, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Preview of our new exhibitions and exclusive gallery talk! Meet MacArthur genius grant awardee Elizabeth Turk and spend an evening in the exhibitions with her and organizing curator Aimee Marcereau DeGalan, as they discuss the works in Elizabeth Turk: Wings. Be sure to also note these upcoming talks: Elizabeth Turk on October 26; Stephen Perkinson, Associate Professor of Art History at Bowdoin College, on November 16; Curatorial Intern Laura Melin on December 28.

Wings: Artist Talk with Elizabeth TurkSaturday, October 26, 2:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumFREE to members; included in exhibition admission for non-members

Contemporary sculptor Elizabeth Turk will be at The DAI to discuss her work, featured in The DAI’s exhibition Elizabeth Turk: Wings. From

Anonymous, English, The Capture of Saint Edmund(detail), c.1470 – 1500, Alabaster, Victoria and Albert Museum, A120-1946

DAI is pleased to announce a new convenience for members and guests. When making plans to attend an event, take a class, or see a performance simply call 223-4ART (4278) and get connected to our Reservation Hotline. Information and reservations for all ticketed events, member previews and classes are available with just one call!

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1995 to 2000, Turk carved a series of life-sized broken wings from Yule marble, originally quarried for the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The artist will discuss her artistic and technical processes.

Tiny Thursdays and Super Saturday Family DaysThursdays, November 7, 14 & 21, 11:00 a.m. – NoonSaturdays, November 9 & 23, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Experiencenter ClassroomTiny Thursdays: $6/child with member caregiver ; $8/child with non-member caregiver Super Saturday: $5 members (family of four); $10 non-members (family of four); $2 for each additional childContact Alex Otte 937-512-0167 or aotte@daytonart.org

Join us every Thursday morning in November except Thanksgiving for our Tiny Thursdays preschool program. Families of all ages may join us on November 9 and 23, for creative art-making at our Super Saturday Family Days.

Vanguard Concerts: Modigliani QuartetSaturday, November 9, 8:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumIndividual Tickets: $20 adults; $15 studentsSeries Subscription (5 Concerts): $95 adults; $45 studentsCall 937-436-0244 or go to daytonartinstitute.org/vanguard for tickets

Vanguard Concerts’ second show of the season features the return of the Modigliani Quartet from France. The Modigliani Quartet, formed by four close friends in 2003, will soon celebrate 10 years together and is already one of the most sought-after string quartets, playing in venues around the world.

Vectren Jazz & Beyond: Puzzle of LightThursday, November 14, 5:30 p.m.Shaw Gothic CloisterFREE to members; $8 non-members

The Vectren Jazz & Beyond series wraps up its 2013 season with the return of Dayton favorites Puzzle of Light. Be sure to visit daytonartinstitute.org/jazz for more information and updatesabout the 2014 Vectren Jazz & Beyond season!

Prime Time Party Rental Series: Renaissance BallFriday, November 15, 7:00 – 11:00 p.m.Shaw Gothic CloisterAdvance Tickets: $35 members; $40 non-membersBuy early - ticket prices go up $5 if purchased the night of the event!

The 2013 Prime Time Parties conclude in grand fashion with our Renaissance Ball. Held in conjunction with the special exhibition Object of Devotion, we’re partnering with the Ohio Renaissance Festival to party like it’s 1499! Dig out your fanciest garb and come dressed for a festive night of food, fun, and characters right out of the 15th century.

To Stir Man’s Affection and Heart to Devotion: Alabaster Images in the Late Medieval ChurchLecture by Stephen Perkinson, PhDSaturday, November 16, 3:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumFREE to members and college students (w/ID); included in exhibition admission for non-members Dr. Stephen Perkinson is an Assistant Professor of Art History at

Bowdoin College and was a contributor to the catalog Object of Devotion: Medieval English Alabaster Sculpture from the Victoria and Albert Museum. Dr. Perkinson brings his expertise in the field of medieval art to provide context for the alabaster works in this exhibition. The lecture will answer three sets of related questions for visitors to Object of Devotion. First: how were these sculptures made – who carved them, why did they choose this material, and how did they determine what the finished images would look like? Second: what was the original audience for these pieces, and what did those people hope to get out of their experience of viewing them? Third: how did these artworks travel from their original settings in late medieval English churches to the galleries of The Dayton Art Institute?

Afternoon Musicales: Dayton Philharmonic Youth StringsSunday, November 17, 2:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumFREE to members; $8 adult, $5 senior and student non-members; youth/children 17 & under free

The DAI’s long-running Afternoon Musicales return on November 17, with the talented young performers of the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Strings. Be sure to note that Afternoon Musicales now begin at 2:00 p.m.

Fifth Third Bank Arts Night Out: Robert Wittman – Art Detective!Thursday, November 21, 8:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumIndividual Tickets: $30Series Subscription (3 shows): $80 adults; $78 seniors

The Wall Street Journal deems him “a living legend” and The London Times calls him “the most famous art detective in the world.” Hear the stories behind the headlines from the FBI’s Real Indiana Jones, as he discusses everything from art crime’s international scope to individual stories about his numerous undercover adventures.

Decorate The DAI Tree!Ornament Donation Deadline: November 22Tree on display November 26 – January 5, 2014Contact Alex Otte at 937-512-0167 or aotte@daytonart.org for more information

Dayton artists of all ages are invited to create an ornament to be featured on our holiday tree, which will be on view at the museum throughout the holiday season. Ornaments will be sold through a silent auction and all proceeds will benefit The DAI Summer Art Camp Scholarship Program. Last year, we raised more than $500 for art camp scholarships due to the generosity of the artists who donated ornaments and the individuals who purchased them! Call 937-512-0167 to receive a list of ornament guidelines. All ornaments must be delivered to the museum by November 22.

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PARTY LIKE IT’S 1499 AT THE RENAISSANCE BALLThe second season of our popular Prime Time Party Rental Series comes to a truly old-fashioned close, as we host a Renaissance Ball on Friday, November 15, 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. Held in conjunction with the special exhibition, Object of Devotion: Medieval English Alabaster Sculpture from the Victoria and Albert Museum, we’re going to kick off the holiday season and party like it’s 1499!

The museum is partnering with the Ohio Renaissance Festival for the sort of fun and surprises only the Renaissance Festival can deliver! Expect all the great food, drinks, music, raffles and fun that you’ve come to expect

with the Prime Time Party Rental Series. We’ll also have a few surprises up our ruffled sleeves! Guests will also have the opportunity to view the amazing alabaster sculptures in the exhibition Object of Devotion, as well as Elizabeth Turk’s contemporary Wings sculptures.

As always, costumes are encouraged (but not required), so dig out your fanciest garb and come dressed for a festive night of food, fun, and characters right out of the 15th century.

Advance tickets are $35 for members and $40 for non-members. Get your tickets early

– prices go up $5 if you buy the night of the event! Prime Time Party Rental Series tickets include all food and entertainment for the evening. A cash bar is available with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

Tickets may be purchased by calling 937-223-4ART (4278), in person at our Guest Services Desk during regular museum hours, or online at www.daytonartinstitute.org/primetime. Be sure to also visit our website for photos from the recent Wizard of Oz and Studio 54 Disco Parties, as well as updates about next year’s series!

PRIME TIME PARTY RENTAL SERIES SPONSORS

Patron SponsorPrime Time Party Rental

Special Event Vehicle SponsorBob Ross Auto Group

Supporting SponsorsSquare One Salon and SpaHeidelberg Distributing Co.

Official JewelerJames Free Jewelers

Preferred Print PartnerDayton City Paper

decemberAfternoon Musicales: David Wion & Friends Holiday MusicSunday, December 1, 2:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumFREE to members; $8 adult, $5 senior and student non-members; youth/children 17 & under free

David Wion & Friends return to the NCR Renaissance Auditorium stage for a special performance of holiday music. Be sure to note that Afternoon Musicales now begin at 2:00 p.m.

Tiny ThursdaysThursdays, December 5, 12 & 19, 11:00 a.m. – noonExperiencenter ClassroomTiny Thursday: $6/child with member caregiver ; $8/child with non-member caregiver Contact Alex Otte 937-512-0167 or aotte@daytonart.org

Join us on Thursday mornings in December for our preschool program, featuring stories, gallery hunts and a creative art-making activity.

Fifth Third Bank Arts Night Out: Spontaneous FantasiaThursday, December 5, 8:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumIndividual Tickets: $30Series Subscription (3 shows): $80 adults; $78 seniors

Academy-Award winner J-Walt is a performer, interactive designer, filmmaker, graphic artist, and composer. His Spontaneous Fantasia performances combine animation, video games, music, theater, dance and architecture into a seamless new art form that amazes audiences.

Super Saturdays Celebrate the SeasonDecember 7, 14 & 21, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.Experiencenter$5 members (family of four); $10 non-members (family of four); $2 each additional childContact Alex Otte at 937-512-0167 or aotte@daytonart.org

Drop by the Experiencenter at The DAI on the first three Saturdays in December, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., to create beautiful and festive crafts that can be given as gifts or to decorate the home during this holiday season. Families of all ages are welcome to participate in this fun and creative holiday tradition.

Afternoon Musicales: Dayton Music Club Student Audition WinnersSunday, December 8, 2:00 p.m.NCR Renaissance AuditoriumFREE

Our 2013 Afternoon Musicales conclude with the annual Dayton Music Club Student Audition Winners performance. This special Afternoon Musicale is free and open to the public. Be sure to check our website for upcoming 2014 Afternoon Musicales!

Gallery Talk: Medieval Attitudes Toward ReligionSaturday, December 28, 2:00 p.m.Special Exhibition GalleriesFREE to members; included in exhibition admission for non-members

English alabasters offer an unrivaled glimpse into the spiritual lives, hopes, fears and religious aspirations of both aristocratic and non-aristocratic society during the Middle Ages. In conjunction with the special exhibition Object of Devotion, Curatorial Research InternLaura E. Melin will lead an informal gallery talk focusing on aspects of the exhibition.

Do you know a talented, dedicated and outstanding arts educator? Someone who inspires creative learning and personal expression - an art teacher, a community arts educator, a museum educator or a teaching artist? Consider nominating that individual for the Pamela P. Houk Award for Excellence in Art Education. The winner receives an original artwork and permanent recognition in the Experiencenter.

Nominations for 2014 will be accepted between October 15 and December 1, 2013. The award is presented at The DAI’s annual meeting early in 2014. Details concerning eligibility and the nomination process can be found at www.daytonartinstitute.org/houk or by contacting Diane Stemper at 937-512-0148or dstemper@daytonart.org.

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION FOR THE 2014 HOUK AWARD

DOUBLE UP WITH CHUCK! In April 2013, longtime museum supporter and volunteer Chuck Knickerbocker initiated a challenge to the Guest Services Desk, where he volunteers every Wednesday. For every new membership purchased, he matched the dollars up to $1,000. Guest Service representatives accepted the challenge whole-heartedly. A short nine days later, Chuck donated $1,000 to The Dayton Art Institute!

Now Chuck is extending that challengeto The Dayton Art Institute family to inspire another “Double Up” contributor. Will you accept Chuck’s challenge and give rise to Guest Services doubling up with you? If you would like to double the membership impact with a fun contest to break the nine day record, contact Dee Florence at 937-516-8212 or dflorence@daytonart.org.

This summer, Michael Bashaw, winner of the 2012 Governor’s Award for the Arts for Individual Artist, worked with a small group of students to create a site-specific sound installation in the Experiencenter. The sound sculpture, Sonic Interplay, was created, constructed and installed on site. This is the second installation by an artist for the Experiencenter exhibition I See the Rhythm and joins Anthony Luensman’s interactive sound piece Delirioso.

Bashaw’s workshops with students focus on the communal aspects of making visual art and music. “Arts bring us together in a positive way, creating opportunities to share insight into the creative process,” Bashaw said.

Although Bashaw had a framework for the sound sculpture and knew the materials he wanted to work with, he allowed room for the students to make decisions and join the creative process. Bashaw prepared and polished titanium sheets to use as “gongs”. Students constructed a hut-like bamboo structure around a metal framework and hung the gongs and striker components throughout the structure. The process of creating and installing Sonic Interplay was documented so that each student will have a photo record of the process and finished work. Visitors can interact with the sound installation by using various sized strikers to sound the gongs, creating different tones and vibrations.

A sculptor and a musician, Bashaw is well-known for his Sound Sculpture concerts, installations and collaborations that appear in a variety of venues. Bashaw began his career in 1972, teaching at the Living Arts Center in Dayton, where he incorporated a variety of media into his work. His creations range from monumental to diminutive sculptures, including the well-known awards for

the Dayton Literary Peace Prize—an abstract quill and paper, engraved with the word “peace” in hundreds of languages. Much of his work, however, is a seamless fusion of music and visual art.

A prodigious musician, Bashaw’s career highlights include the composition (with his wife/partner, Sandy) of soundtracks for film, television and radio, as well as orchestral performances that employ his unique, massive, hand-built Sound Sculptures. He has performed with his ensemble, Theatre of Sound, in numerous performing arts venues across the United States and in Europe. Performances have included the Dayton Philharmonic and the Sarajevo Philharmonic orchestras. His smaller group, Puzzle of Light, performs in venues throughout the U.S.

Join us on Saturday, September 14 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. as we celebrate this new work together. Meet the artist and students who created Sonic Interplay. See, hear and play with the sculpture and enjoy refreshments.

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EXPERIENCENTER SPONSORS

Patron SponsorsThe Frank M. Tait FoundationPNC

Supporting SponsorsHenny Penny Corporation Julian G. Lange Family FoundationJune Miller FundHarry S. Price Jr. Family Fund of the Dayton Foundation SoBran Inc.William and Dorothy Yeck Family FoundationBarbara and Bill Zook Memorial Fund

Additional Support:Dayton Diode Hauer Music Company Speedway

PURCHASE A STAIR AND PRESERVE A PIECE OF DAI HISTORY!

We continue to make many repairs and improvements at the museum, but there are still many areas that need attention. One of the most visible projects is the planned restoration of the historic grand staircase leading up to the museum’s original entrance. We are offering the community a unique opportunity to help share in the restoration and preservation of our beloved DAI by “purchasing a stair” on the grand staircase. There are a total of 130 granite treads available in the staircase for purchase, and each will have the name of the donor forever carved on it through a sandblasting technique (number of characters will be limited). Each stair will cost $1,975 to preserve.

For more information or to purchase a stair, please contact Laura Letton, Development Director, at 937-512-0139 or email lletton@daytonart.org.

VANGUARD CONCERTS KICKS OFF 2013-2014 SEASON

Vanguard Concerts is set to begin its 52nd season at the museum, with another lineup of outstanding international chamber music in the NCR Renaissance Auditorium. The series kicks off in October with the return of the critically acclaimed Chamber Orchestra Kremlin.

Chamber Orchestra KremlinSunday, October 13, 2013, 6:30 p.m.Note new day & time!

Vanguard Concerts begins its season with the return of the Chamber Orchestra Kremlin. Founded in 1991, the orchestra, comprising some of Russia’s finest young string players, has carved a niche for itself with addictive performances that stay with listeners long after the last note has been played.

Modigliani QuartetSaturday, November 9, 2013, 8:00 p.m.

Vanguard Concerts is excited to welcome the

return of the Modigliani Quartet from France. Formed by four close friends in 2003, the Modigliani Quartet will soon celebrate 10 years together and is already one of the most sought-after string quartets in the world. Only one year after forming, the quartet attracted international attention by winning the prestigious Frits Philips String Quartet competition in Eindhoven, followed by many subsequent awards.

Soyeon Kate Lee & Ran Dank, duo-pianoSaturday, March 15, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

You won’t want to miss this extraordinary event, bringing together acclaimed pianists Soyeon Kate Lee and Ran Dank. Dank deploys his brilliant technique with astonishing energy, intellect, and intensity, captivating audiences. Lee has been hailed by The New York Times as a pianist with “a huge, richly varied sound, a lively imagination and a firm sense of style.” The program includes a performance of Igor Stravinsky’s original, four-hands arrangement of his groundbreaking The Rite of Spring.

Cicely Parnes, cellistFriday, April 11, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

Vanguard Concerts welcomes an emerging new star to its stage in April! 19-year-old American cellist Cicely Parnas is recognized for bringing “velvety sound, articulate passagework and keen imagination” to her performances (The New York Times). Granddaughter of the illustrious cellist, Leslie Parnas, Cicely Parnas started playing the cello at age four. First Prize Winner of the 2012 Young Concert Artists International Auditions, she recently made her Carnegie Hall debut with the New York String Orchestra.

Lincoln TrioFriday, May 23, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

The Vanguard season closes with the innovative Lincoln Trio. Formed in 2003, the Lincoln Trio has been praised for its polished presentations of well-known chamber works and its ability to forge new paths with contemporary repertoire. The group’s reputation draws sophisticated music lovers, young admirers of contemporary programs and students discovering chamber music.

Tickets for Vanguard Concerts are an arts bargain: Season tickets are just $95 for adults and $45 for students, while individual concert tickets are just $20 for adults and $15 for students ($25 adults, $20 students for Chamber Orchestra Kremlin). Both season and individual tickets are on sale now – go to www.daytonartinstitute.org/vanguard or call 937-436-0244 to order!

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See our Visitor Service’s Desk for more information.

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We are pleased to welcome our first two Hone Research Fellows, Stephanie McGuinness and Courtney Washington, to the museum. They have already begun researching new content for What Is a Masterpiece?.

Stephanie McGuinness is a local artist who recently completed her Master of Fine Arts at Miami University with a focus in painting. She says she is honored to be a part of the What is a Masterpiece? project and research works of art that have long been an influence to her. Stephanie plans to use the information and skills gained from the fellowship to further her studio practice and engagement with the Dayton community.

Courtney Washington has lived in Dayton most of her life, and graduated from the University of Dayton in May 2013 with her B.A. in Art History. Art and words are two of her favorite things and talking about art was second nature, so becoming an Art Historian was the only path she saw. Her interest in research guided her to apply for the Hone Research Fellowship. After completion of the fellowship, she hopes to begin her graduate studies to further her career as an Art Historian.

Each of the Hone Research Fellows brings their own unique experiences and knowledge of art history and studio art, along with a passion for the arts and a love of research, to these newly created fellowships.

MEET THE HONE RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP RECIPIENTS

DEVELOPMENT GIFT TO HELP FUND WHAT IS A MASTERPIECE?

A generous gift from Beavercreek residents Steve and Kate Hone will help fund further development of the museum’s recently introduced What Is a Masterpiece? interactive tour of the permanent collection.

The Hones have lived in the Dayton area since the 1970s and worked as civilian employees at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base until retiring in 1992. After retiring, they operated the local retail stores Cat Fanatics and Trimble Aussie Outfitters for 10 years. Today, they enjoy volunteering in the community and travelling.

“We’ve been involved with the arts for a number of years, and we’re both strong believers in education,” the Hones said.

A lunch visit to The Dayton Art Institute led to a conversation with Executive Director Michael Roediger about What Is a Masterpiece?.

“We knew Michael when he was at the Victoria Theatre, and we approached him about how we could get involved with education and youth programs at The DAI,” Steve said.

Michael told them about the new interactive tour and how the museum saw technology as a key component in the future of arts education. The program appealed to both the Hones’ commitment to education and their interest in history and genealogy.

“For me, this program is perfect, because I’m really into history,” Kate said. “It truly makes the art come to life!”

They both see What Is a Masterpiece? as an exciting new way to get young people interested in art and broaden that interest. Continuing to grow and expand the program is important to them as well.

“We want to help make sure it’s not a one-time involvement for visitors,” Steve said. “Technology is moving as fast as a tornado, and we must keep ahead of the curve.”

The gift provided by the Hones will aid in the addition of 50 new works to the program by the time of the museum’s centennial in 2019. The money will help fund The Hone Research Fellowship for Museum Interpretation to create new content for What Is a Masterpiece?, as well as the purchase of equipment necessary to produce new interactive components for the program.

“Our kids are our future,” said the Hones. “We have to think outside the box about how we can get them involved and keep them involved at their level.”

Be sure to stop by the Guest Services Desk on your next visit and ask about What Is a Masterpiece?. You may also access What Is a Masterpiece? from any computer or internet-enabled mobile device, by going to www.daytonartinstitute.org/masterpiece.

Former Director Bruce Evans Remembered

FORMER DIRECTOR BRUCE EVANS REMEMBERED

TOURS AT THE MUSEUM

“The only part that I didn’t like was leaving,” wrote 6th grader Logan Greene from Eastmont Dayton Public School. That is the type of response every educator loves to read. Logan, along with his teacher and classmates, enthusiastically endorsed their museum visit, which included a banner-making workshop and tour of the Patterson-Kettering Wing of Asian Art this past March.

Tours and art education have been an integral part of The DAI since the museum’s early days. The DAI’s education department was established in 1933, and tours for adults and school children were common throughout the 1930s and 1940s. The Junior League of Dayton began to assist with tours in the 1950s, and The DAI’s docent program was established in the 1960s. Tour offerings continued to expand with the creation of the Experiencenter in 1976 and the addition of the Ponderosa Collection of contemporary art in 1987. Moving into the 21st

century, traditional guided tours have also been supplemented by audio tours and interactive web-based tours such as Access Art and the recently launched What Is a Masterpiece?.

The Dayton Art Institute has many tours available and an amazing corps of trained docents who deliver them. They range from “The House that Julia Built,” showcasing the historical and architectural roots of The DAI’s beautiful, 80-plus-year-old building, to “Contemporary Art & Issues of the 20th Century,” in which paintings and sculpture become a jumping-off point for understanding political and social movements of recent years.

Tours are engaging for groups of all ages. Non-members receive special entrance rates, while members’ admissions are free. The docent fee of $30 for non-school tours helps to underwrite training costs and the ability to provide students with this educational resource at no cost. In addition, museum members have the opportunity to take part in special “meet your

museum” tours that are scheduled throughout the year. Make a special day of it, and book reservations for lunch at Leo Bistro.

The Dayton Art Institute’s tour program changes lives for thousands of students each year by sharing compelling stories that bring art to life, as well as hands-on workshops that reinforce lessons in culture and history, along with greater understanding of the materials used and artists’ techniques for creating the work they have seen.Join in the fun of learning; book your tour now and find out more about the treasures that are on view in your museum. Self-guided and walk-in tours are also available and encouraged. Visit www.daytonartinstitute.org/learn/tours or call Donna Young, Group Sales and Tour Coordinator, at 937-512-0152.

The DAI family was saddened to hear of the passing of former museum director Bruce Evans on May 14. Bruce (pictured here at Oktoberfest in the mid-1980s) joined the museum as a curator in 1965. He was appointed Director in 1974 and served in that capacity until 1991, when he moved to Charlotte, North Carolina to serve as Director of the Mint Museum of Art. During his career, he chaired numerous committees and was elected president of the Association of Art Museum Directors, the organization that represents the larger art museums In North America. He also was appointed by the American Association of Museums to serve on many art museum re-accreditation panels.

Bruce was instrumental in securing the museum’s acquisition of the Ponderosa collection of contemporary art in 1987.

The acquisition of over 300 works — paintings, sculpture, prints and photographs — represented the largest purchase made by the museum, and the deal was worked out with surprising speed. Most importantly, it instantly established a contemporary art collection for The Dayton Art Institute.

At the time, he was quoted as saying, “We’ve seen too many assets being removed from Dayton by corporate takeovers. We couldn’t let this one go.”

In later years, Bruce was also particularly proud of the creation of the Mint Museum of Craft & Design in Charlotte in 1999. He retired in 2001 and became a “snowbird,” spending winters in Sarasota, Florida and summers in the mountains of North Carolina.

SAVE THE DATES: UPCOMING ARTTREKS TO CINCINNATI AND CHICAGO

Our ArtTrek travel program has two upcoming trips planned for the latter half of 2013: a day trip to Cincinnati on November 16 and a three-day trip to Indianapolis and Chicago, December 6 – 8. Mark your calendars, you won’t want to miss these exciting excursions!

CincinnatiSaturday, November 16, 2013 ($120)

Join ArtTrek on a day trip to Cincinnati in November to view a Private Art Collection in the morning, take a curator-led tour of The Cincinnati Art Museum’s Degas, Renoir, and Poetic Pastels exhibition and round out the day with a visit to the Private Art Collection of Sara M. and Michelle Vance Waddell.

Indianapolis and ChicagoDecember 6-8, 2013 ($TBA)

In December, ArtTrek will travel to Indianapolis to view the exhibition Matisse, Life in Color :

Masterworks from the Baltimore Museum of Art at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. The trip will then continue on to Chicago to tour the treasures of the Art Institute of Chicago: The Modern Wing, including tours of the Violence and Virtue: Artemisia Gentileschi’s “Judith Slaying Holofernes” and Dreams and Echoes: Drawings and Sculpture in the David and Celia Hilliard Collection exhibitions. We will also take the opportunity to visit the Smart Museum of Art at The University of Chicago and Frank Lloyd Wright’s Robie House.

Watch www.daytonartinstitute.org/arttrek for updates and more information about these and future ArtTrek trips. While you’re there, be sure to sign up for the latest email updates about ArtTrek and other programs at The DAI. If you wish to join the ArtTrek mailing list, please email arttrek@daytonart.org with your full mailing address or call the ArtTrek office at 937-223-5277 x237.

ORCHIDS ’N ARTMID-AMERICA ORCHID CONGRESS COMES TO THE DAI

A different kind of art will literally be “in bloom” at the museum in October, when The Dayton Art Institute partners with The Greater Cincinnati Orchid Society and the Miami Valley Orchid Society to present the Fall 2013 Mid-America Orchid Congress, October 19 and 20.

Orchids ’n Art will bring together orchid enthusiasts – along with their beautiful flowers – from 18 states and Ontario, Canada. The Mid-America Orchid Congress gathers twice a year to learn from world renowned orchid experts, socialize, share experiences, and have the chance to purchase unusual orchids not found in your local store! A variety of events are planned in conjunction with the event, including

an orchid show and sale, live and silent auction, banquet, and keynote address by botanical artist Angela Mirro.

The orchid show and sale will be open to the public on Saturday, October 19, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 20, noon – 5:00 p.m. Admission to the show is free to members and included in the museum’s suggested general admission for non-members. A live and silent auction is free and open to the public on Saturday, October 20, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. A highlight of the event will be a keynote address by botanical artist Angela Mirro, Saturday, October 19, at 8:30 p.m. in the NCR Renaissance Auditorium. Mirro’s work has

been featured internationally and is represented in many public and private collections. She has travelled internationally to create her botanical renderings. Her talk, Orchids in Art & Illustration, will discuss the beauty and technique of illustrating orchids. The cost of the talk is $15 in advance or $20 at the door.

Orchid fans take note: don’t miss DAI’s spring exhibit Isabella Kirkland: Stilled Life. See information in this issue! For more information about the event and keynote address, as well as a banquet on October 19, go to www.orchidsandart.com. Maxillaria fractiflexa ‘David

Sauer’ HCC/AOS, Photo by James McCulloch

The Cincinnati Art Museum

THE DAI’S NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH RTA

The DAI is pleased to announce Ride To Art a new service for schools in partnership with Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority. Ride To Art will provide free bus service to visit the museum on select Tuesdays. This service is available to schools, teachers and students within the city of Dayton and surrounding communities with RTA routes. Schools that have been unable to visit the museum due to lack of funding can now use Ride To Art and once

again see special exhibitions, participate in docent led tours and workshops, and view the permanent collection. Ride To Art will be available during the school year, beginning in September 2013. To find out if your school qualifies for this service and how to request a bus, book a tour and a Ride To Art call the Tour Coordinator 512-0152.

Customer Service is of the utmost importance at The DAI and our team is encouraged to go above and beyond to make museum visitors feel valued and important. Our new Coco’s Cares Customer Service Awards recognize the contributions of DAI team members - including those behind the scenes - as equally significant and eligible.

Coco’s Bistro is providing dinner gift certificates to celebrate our staff members’ stellar efforts! Thanks to Coco’s Bistro for helping The Dayton Art Institute recognize and reward our great team!

Recent recipients of Coco’s Cares Customer Service Awards are:

Erich Reith, CuratorialRobert Brown, SecurityNicole Lomax, Guest ServicesKevin Tunstall, Museum ServicesEric Brockman, Marketing

COCO’S CARES CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARDS

In addition to being one of the region’s premier fine art museums, The Dayton Art Institute isalso one of the area’s premier locations for weddings and receptions, as well as other events and meetings meetings. Last year, The DAI hosted 24 weddings and receptions, with 30 weddings booked for 2013.

In order to provide a greater variety of options to fit the needs of the diverse variety of events held at the museum, The Dayton Art Institute has launched a new Catering Partners Program. The Dayton Art Institute’s catering partners are all locally based.

“No two events are alike, so it makes sense to provide our guests with catering options that can be tailored to their specific needs,” says Executive Director Michael R. Roediger.

The museum offers a wide variety of spaces to accommodate all types of events, from business meetings to intimate dinners and large celebrations. Spaces available for events include the Shaw Gothic Cloister, Hale Cloister, Great Hall, NCR Renaissance Auditorium and General Motors Entrance Rotunda.

Our staff has a passion for entertaining. Let us help you throw an exciting event set against a backdrop of timeless art and culture. To schedule or inquire about an event, contact Museum Service Manager Kevin Tunstall, at 937-512-0162 or ktunstall @ daytonart.org. For more about the Catering Partners Program and event rentals at The Dayton Art Institute, visit www.daytonartinstitute.org/museumrental.

DAI CATERING PARTNERS

EVENT SPACES AT THE DAI

Bernstein’s Fine CateringBernstein’s is Dayton’s premier kosher caterer. Bernstein’s is an owner-operated, full-service, off-premise catering company, with more than 25 years in the hospitality industry.

Elite Catering & EventsElite Catering has become one of Dayton’s event leaders over the past 14 years, with an emphasis on great food and amazing displays.

Kohler CateringKohler Catering is one of the largest catering companies in Dayton, specializing in wedding receptions, corporate events, fundraisers, galas and social events.

Vonae’s Catering & Event PlanningDayton’s premier African-American owned catering company, with more than 20 years of experience, Vonae’s menu items are homemade with the freshest ingredients available.

Prime Time Party RentalPrime Time Party Rental is Dayton’s largest source of party rental needs, including tents, tables, chairs, china, glassware and linens.

Economy Linen and Towel Service Inc.Linen rentals are also available through Economy Linen, offering a wide selection of reasonably priced items.

Shaw Gothic CloisterThis unique, hexagon-shaped banquet room features a majestic glass-domed cathedral ceiling, brick walls and a view into the galleries.

Hale CloisterNewly renovated in 2012, the Hale Cloister is ideal for small weddings or receptions. This outdoor courtyard features a covered, stone walkway around the perimeter and grass courtyard with an elegant fountain.

Great HallThe majestic Great Hall provides an impressive setting for wedding ceremonies, special dinners and more. It connects to the museum’s galleries and overlooks downtown Dayton.

NCR Renaissance AuditoriumThe museum’s NCR Renaissance Auditorium provides the perfect setting for meetings, presentations, film screenings, concerts

and theatre productions.

General Motors Entrance RotundaThe museum’s elegant Entrance Rotunda offers easy access and its hand-forged steel handrails by Dayton artist Hamilton Dixon provide an impressive aesthetic statement.

Lower CourtThe Lower Court, situated directly below the Great Hall, offers an intimate space for a variety of gatherings. It features easy access to the museum’s special exhibition galleries, as well as the NCR Renaissance Auditorium.

Private Dining RoomOur new Private Dining Room is an ideal setting for informal gatherings or small meetings.It is located just off the Eilleen Dicke Gallery of Glass and General Motors Entrance Rotunda, with access to the museum’s kitchen facilities for catered events.

*Photos by Carmen Nauseef

Celebrate Life’s Special Moments at the Museum

AT THE DAYTON ART INSTITUTE

ROCKY HORROR (PUPPET) SHOWOCTOBER 11 - NOVEMBER 2The sweet transvestite and his motley crew will take the stage in an entirely new way and for the first time ever. Zoot’s unique spin on this classic, campy musical will make doing the time warp more fun than ever. Caution: adult themes and strong language are used. Recommended for those ages 16 and up. A special midnight performance will take place Saturday, October 26.

THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBEFEBRUARY 14 - MARCH 2, 2014Zoot takes this classic C.S. Lewis story set in the land of Narnia and faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia. The intense action features chases, duels and escapes as the witch is determined to keep Narnia in her possession and to end the reign of Aslan. Recommended for all ages. Perfect for a family outing!

ANIMAL FARMAPRIL 25 - MAY 11, 2014Zoot takes on this immense and still timely political drama written by George Orwell. In this drama, the animals on a farm drive out their master and take over and run the farm for themselves. The experiment is successful, except that someone has to take the deposed farmer’s place. Leadership falls upon the pigs, which may be clever, but don’t have character equal to their intelligence. Do not miss this literary classic! Recommended for all ages. A study guide will be available.

AT THE DAYTON ART INSTITUTE

JOE CASTILLO: SANDSTORYTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 8:00 P.M.Joe Castillo uses his hands as tools to create art in the sand. SandStory is a unique way of storytelling that uses sand, a light table and music as a medium. Combining a message with on-the-spot creativity, Joe Castillo performances challenge, amaze and surprise audiences. Castillo was a finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2012. His art has been sold worldwide and his presentations have been seen by hundreds of thousands of people, inspiring, motivating and leaving them with a sense of awe.

ROBERT WITTMAN – ART DETECTIVE! THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 8:00 P.M.Drama, suspense and intrigue! The Wall Street Journal deems him “a living legend” and The London Times calls him “the most famous art detective in the world.” Now hear the stories behind the headlines from the FBI’s Real Indiana Jones. Robert Wittman spent more than 20 years in the FBI as its top art crime investigator, recovering $225 million in stolen art. Wittman will discuss everything from art crime’s international scope to individual stories about his numerous undercover adventures!

SPONTANEOUS FANTASIATHURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 8:00 P.M.Academy Award winner J-Walt is a performer, interactive designer, filmmaker, graphic artist, and composer. For two decades, he has been at the forefront of interactive art and computer performance, expanding the uses of computer animation into uncharted territories. His Spontaneous Fantasia performances combine animation, video games, music, theater, dance and architecture into a seamless, fresh way to experience art. It will amaze you!

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