Montalvo Arts Center | Calendar

EXHIBITIONS

THROUGH SUN, JANUARY 11
Susannah Bettag: Drowning Without You

The work of San Francisco-based artist Susannah Bettag is filled with both fantasy and contradiction. Although her earliest pieces reveal an array of little creatures, the character "Little Boo" has emerged as the star player in Bettag's imagery. In her impressive sculptural installation, Drowning Without You, Bettag assembles more than 1,400 vinyl Boo dolls in a stalactite-like mass that descends from the ceiling ...
Tagged : exhibitions, programs
THROUGH SUN, JANUARY 11
Boolean Valley

Adam Silverman and Nader Tehrani met while pursuing their Bachelor of Architecture degrees at Rhode Island School of Design. Silverman is now an artist and potter who opened his own studio, Atwater Pottery, in 2003 and exhibits in the U.S and Asia. Tehrani is co-principal architect of Boston-based Office dA, and is an Associate Professor of Architecture at MIT. Boolean Valley (2008) is a ...

EVENTS

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2008 1 P.M.
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia: The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites

Closely following the books from which they were adapted, these charming vignettes tell the tale of Eric Carle’s most beloved characters, including the wonderful story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s metamorphosis into a beautiful butterfly; the fanciful account of Little Cloud’s travels through the sky; and the Mixed-up Chameleon’s discovery of his own unique nature. Enchanting readers for generations, these whimsical ...
Tagged : learn, performance, theatre
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2008 3 P.M.
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia: The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites

Closely following the books from which they were adapted, these charming vignettes tell the tale of Eric Carle’s most beloved characters, including the wonderful story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s metamorphosis into a beautiful butterfly; the fanciful account of Little Cloud’s travels through the sky; and the Mixed-up Chameleon’s discovery of his own unique nature. Enchanting readers for generations, these whimsical ...
Tagged : learn, performance, theatre
MONDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2008 9:30 A.M. ( School & Teacher event)
SOLD OUT :: The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites

Recommended for grades: pre-K-3Curriculum Connections: English-Language Arts, Science, Visual and Performing Arts – Theater, PuppetryClosely following the books from which they were adapted, these charming vignettes tell the tales of Eric Carle’s most beloved characters. The Very Hungry Caterpillar eats his way through an amazing variety of food towards his eventual metamorphosis into a butterfly. High up in a beautiful blue sky, a Little Cloud ...
Tagged : learn
MONDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2008 11:30 A.M. ( School & Teacher event)
SOLD OUT :: The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites

Recommended for grades: pre-K-3Curriculum Connections: English-Language Arts, Science, Visual and Performing Arts – Theater, PuppetryClosely following the books from which they were adapted, these charming vignettes tell the tales of Eric Carle’s most beloved characters. The Very Hungry Caterpillar eats his way through an amazing variety of food towards his eventual metamorphosis into a butterfly. High up in a beautiful blue sky, a Little Cloud ...
Tagged : learn
THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2008 7 P.M.
Montalvo in Collaboration with Gunn High School Presents: Three Movements From Wayne Horvitz's "V Series"

For Chamber Orchestra, Electronics, Percussion and Improviser Bassoonist Sara Schoenbeck will be in residence with the Gunn High School, Prospect High School and Homestead High School Orchestras November 2 and 4-6, culminating in a public performance Nov. 6. Each high school will perform one movement of the piece. Schoenbeck will discuss her career in chamber music, film music, and her work as an improviser and ...
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2008 8 P.M.
Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra West - Live original scores for Laurel & Hardy Films

When the orchestra takes the stage and Laurel & Hardy hit the screen, hilarity, along with some astonishing musical invention, ensues. Films: Sugar Daddies, 1927; Double Whoopee, 1929; Wrong Again, 1929.Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra West features Steven Bernstein, Jeff Cressman, Carla Kihlstedt, Ben Goldberg, Dayna Stephens, Sheldon Brown, John Schott, Devin Hoff, and Scott Amendola.
Tagged : film, programs
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2008 6 P.M.
Boolean Valley Artist Talk and Reception

San Jose Museum of Art and/or Montalvo Arts Center members are invited to a gallery walk-through and panel discussion with the creators of Boolean Valley, Adam Silverman and Nader Tehrani. The walk-through begins at 6:00 p.m. followed by a wine reception and panel discussion from 7:00-8:30 p.m.Adam Silverman and Nader Tehrani met while pursuing their Bachelor of Architecture ...
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2008 1 P.M.
Villa & Grounds Tour

Tagged : programs
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2008 9:30 A.M. ( School & Teacher event)
Wings of Courage

Recommended for grades: 3-8Curriculum Connections: History-Social Science, Visual and Performing Arts – Theater, MusicWings of Courage tells the true story of the life of African-American adventurer and patriot Eugene Bullard. A professional boxer, jazz musician, pilot and spy, Bullard was denied a place in the U.S. Army and instead joined the French Foreign Legion’s elite Layfayette Escadrille, where he flew the famous Red Baron ...
Tagged : learn
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2008 11:30 A.M. ( School & Teacher event)
Wings of Courage

Recommended for grades: 3-8Curriculum Connections: History-Social Science, Visual and Performing Arts – Theater, MusicWings of Courage tells the true story of the life of African-American adventurer and patriot Eugene Bullard. A professional boxer, jazz musician, pilot and spy, Bullard was denied a place in the U.S. Army and instead joined the French Foreign Legion’s elite Layfayette Escadrille, where he flew the famous Red Baron ...
Tagged : learn
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 14, 2008 8 P.M.
JC Smith presents The Young Guns featuring Chico Banks, Michael Wheeler and 13 year-old guitar phenomenon 'Little Chris'

It has been said that Jazz is America's greatest living art form. It can be argued, however, that blues music, as the essential foundation of both Jazz and Rock 'n Roll, is the single most important contributor to music of the 20th century. The legacy of Chicago blues represents the great migration of African-Americans from the rural south to the urban north, from the ...
Tagged : blues, concerts, jazz, programs
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2008 8 P.M.
JC Smith presents the Legends of Chicago Blues featuring Willie 'Big Eyes' Smith, James Wheeler and Pinetop Perkins

At 6:30 p.m., performers will be available in the Carriage House for a question and answer session before they perform. Moderated by Lee Hildebrand.Born in 1913, and still going strong, Pinetop Perkins may be the only blues artist alive today who can claim heritage to the direct lineage of Mississippi and Chicago blues. Like Otis Spann, whom he replaced in the Muddy ...
Tagged : blues, concerts, programs
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2008 3 P.M.
Cypress String Quartet: Debussy String Quartet; Jennifer Higdon Quiet Art

Debussy String Quartet; Jennifer Higdon Quiet ArtThe Cypress String Quartet returns to Montalvo for its popular Salon Series. Since its inception in 1996, the Cypress has performed to great acclaim worldwide. Their repertoire ranges from the familiar masterpieces of the Baroque and classical periods to recent works by contemporary composers. The Cypress continues its acclaimed exploration of Beethoven's quartets with the "Late Beethoven Continued ...
Tagged : classical, concerts, programs
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2008 10 A.M.
Yuletide: Marketplace

Yuletide at MontalvoThe Montalvo Service Group hosts its annual holiday celebration with an indoor-outdoor, European-style marketplace with handcrafted gifts, gourmet alley, holiday decor and a children's boutique. Don't miss this grand holiday event!This event also takes place Saturday, Nov. 22 and Sunday, Nov. 23. For more information or to make reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group reservation line at 408.961.5823 ...
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 21, 2008 6 P.M.
Yuletide: Cocktail Party

Yuletide at MontalvoThe Montalvo Service Group hosts its annual holiday celebration with an evening cocktail party and silent auction with Marketplace. Don't miss this grand holiday event!For more information or to make reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group reservation line at 408.961.5823 or email msg@montalvoarts.org. Download the ticket order form.Proceeds from the Yuletide activities benefit the restoration of ...
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2008 10 A.M.
Yuletide: Marketplace

Yuletide at MontalvoThe Montalvo Service Group hosts its annual holiday celebration with an indoor-outdoor European style marketplace with handcrafted gifts, gourmet alley, holiday decor and a children's boutique. Don't miss this grand holiday event!This event also takes place on Friday, Nov. 21 and Sunday, Nov. 23.For more information or to make reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group reservation line at 408 ...
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2008 2 P.M.
Yuletide: Champagne High Tea

Yuletide at MontalvoThe Montalvo Service Group hosts its annual holiday celebration with an elegant champagne high tea, accompanied by an indoor-outdoor European style marketplace with handcrafted gifts, gourmet alley, holiday decor and a children's boutique. Don't miss this grand holiday event!This event also takes place on Sunday, Nov. 23.For more information or to make reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group reservation ...
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2008 7 P.M.
Film Premiere - Villa Montalvo: The Evolution of an Arts Center

Villa Montalvo: The Evolution of an Arts Center is a 90-minute documentary film that traces the history of the Villa from its inception as a country retreat for a wealthy San Francisco businessman and politician, through its development into the new millennium as a vital cultural resource for the San Francisco Bay Area. Filmmakers Valerie Archer and John Wainwright were initially drawn to the topic ...
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 23, 2008 10 A.M.
Yuletide: Marketplace

Yuletide at MontalvoThe Montalvo Service Group hosts its annual holiday celebration with an indoor-outdoor European style marketplace with handcrafted gifts, gourmet alley, holiday decor and a children's boutique. Don't miss this grand holiday event!This event also takes place Friday, Nov. 21, and Saturday, Nov. 22. For more information or to make reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group reservation line at 408.961 ...
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 23, 2008 2 P.M.
Yuletide: Champagne High Tea

Yuletide at MontalvoThe Montalvo Service Group hosts its annual holiday celebration with an elegant champagne high tea, accompanied by an indoor-outdoor European style marketplace with handcrafted gifts, gourmet alley, holiday decor and a children's boutique. Don't miss this grand holiday event!This event also takes place on Saturday, Nov. 22.For more information or to make reservations, call the Montalvo Service Group reservation ...
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2008 1 P.M.
Enchantment Theatre Company: The Velveteen Rabbit

2008 Grammy Award-nominee: Best Musical Album for Children"When a child loves you for a long, long time...then you become Real." So says the Horse to the Velveteen Rabbit in Margery Williams' famous and much-loved literary classic. A plush rabbit, given as a gift to a young boy, yearns for the day the boy will choose him as his special playmate so that he ...
Tagged : learn, performance, theatre
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 30, 2008 3 P.M.
Enchantment Theatre Company: The Velveteen Rabbit

2008 Grammy Award-nominee: Best Musical Album for Children"When a child loves you for a long, long time...then you become real." So says the Horse to the Velveteen Rabbit in Margery Williams' famous and much-loved literary classic. A plush rabbit, given as a gift to a young boy, yearns for the day the boy will choose him as his special playmate so that he ...
Tagged : learn, performance, theatre