Lectures and Performances
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Public Programs Inspired by French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950
In conjunction with the vibrant exhibition French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950, the VBMA is excited to offer a selection of public programs designed to complement and enhance the exhibition.
Ballet Vero Beach
Joie de Vivre: Dance Works Inspired by the Exhibition “French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950”
Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 12:00pm and 3:00pm
Leonhardt Auditorium
$30 per person for VBMA Members and Ballet Vero Beach Members; $36 per person for non-members
Space is limited; pre-registration required.
Tickets include admission to the galleries. Come early to see the exhibition.
Ballet Vero Beach and the Vero Beach Museum of Art are thrilled to present Joie de Vivre, an interpretation of the exhibition, French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950. This sweeping program will feature premiere works by dancers Darien Santos and Abriella Mauldin. Inspired by line, balance, and blank space, the performance will surely delight with French flare and avant-garde movements. Tickets to the event include entrance to the exhibition, so arrive early to walk the exhibit and see the inspiration behind Joie de Vivre.
Register for Joie de Vivre 12:00pm Register for Joie de Vivre 3:00pm
Vero Beach Opera
La Bohème and Puccini – The Search for a Libretto
Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 2:30pm
Leonhardt Auditorium
$20 per person for VBMA Members and Vero Beach Opera Members; $25 per person for non-members
Space is limited; pre-registration required.
Tickets include admission to the galleries. Come early to see the exhibition.
In this talk, Ian Campbell shows how Puccini and his librettists created an opera by sifting through Henry Murger’s Scènes de la vie de Bohème, which chronicles the adventures of four Bohemians as they struggle to survive in 1840s Paris. They combined characters, changed situations, ignored less-attractive personal traits, and gave the world a beloved classic.
With musical examples showing the beauty of this opera and how Puccini even incorporated music from his student days to marvelous effect, the search for a libretto will hold more than a few surprises, even for those who know the opera well.
Lecture – Manet, Renoir and The Impressionists
Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 3:00 pm
Leonhardt Auditorium
Free; registration not required.
Journey with art historian Bob Potter as he delves into the revolutionary world of the Impressionists. Explore how artists like Édouard Manet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir broke away from traditional French academic painting, using expressive brushstrokes and vivid colors to depict scenes of everyday life in modern Paris. Learn how these radical artists reshaped the art world with their bold new approach to capturing the real world around them.
The Sounds They Loved: Musical Connections to French Moderns: Monet to Matisse 1850-1950
Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 2:30 pm
Leonhardt Auditorium
$30 per person for VBMA Members; $35 per person for non-members
Pianist Leslie Amper returns to the Vero Beach Museum of Art for a unique multimedia performance, offering insights into the profound musical influences on the artists featured in the exhibition “French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950.” Ms. Amper expertly combines live piano music—including works by Debussy and Ravel, and compositions from Hungary, Russia, and Britain—with visual art and insightful commentary. Highlights include a special focus on pieces that reflect the moods of water-themed paintings, providing an experience that bridges visual art and music.
The Art of the Cocktail
Drawing inspiration from the exhibition French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850–1950, guests will enjoy a lively docent-guided talk exploring the theme of the evening. The event continues in the Bill and Laura Buck Atrium, where an expert mixologist will guide you through creating your own custom crafted cocktail. Sip your beverage, savor light hors d’oeuvres, and take home a recipe card to recreate the experience. All ingredients will be provided, ensuring a delightful and enriching evening for all. A mocktail option will be available upon request.
$40 per person and per class for VBMA Members; $50 per person and per class for non-members
Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Participants must be 21 years of age or older.
Friday, February 14 at 6:30pm | Monet’s Garden – An elegant and bubbly concoction inspired by Monet’s gardens.
Friday, March 14 at 6:30pm | Matisse in a Sidecar – A bold and vibrant cocktail as creative as Matisse.
Friday, April 25 at 6:30pm | Impressionist Sunrise – A delicious drink reflecting the colors of a sunrise.