Brooklyn Museum's First Saturday celebrates the last weekend of the exhibition Keith Haring: 1978-1982 with a free evening of performances and activities that bring to life the vibrant New York art scene of the 1980s.
The July highlights include:
5-8 p.m. Music: New York band Mon Khmer performs avant-garde new wave, combining tranced-out bliss with musical chaos theory, and hip-hop artist Mickey Factz takes listeners on a journey into 1980s New York's downtown art scene.
5-8 p.m. Interactive Art: Contribute to a sidewalk chalk art mural inspired by Keith Haring: 1978-1982.
5:30-9 p.m. Gallery Talks: Museum Guides and staff present lively ten-minute discussions of beloved objects throughout the Museum.
6 p.m. Dance: The Hip-Hop Dance Conservatory presents a performance of artistic director Safi A. Thomas's work "My Ghetto Pop Life: A Dream Sequence." A Q&A with company members follows.
6-8 p.m. Performance: Four artists compete in a live painting performance hosted by ArtBattles, accompanied by a special guest DJ.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Hands-on Art: Use everyday materials to create your own unique sculpture inspired by the Keith Haring credo, "Art is for everyone." Free tickets available at the Visitor Center at 5:30 p.m.
7-9 p.m. Film & Talk: Jim Hubbard screens selections from his recent documentaryUnited in Anger: A History of ACT UP and discusses Keith Haring's participation in the AIDS activist group.
8-10 p.m. Dance Party: Justin Strauss, former DJ of New York's legendary Mudd Club, spins old and new house music.
9 p.m. Music: Special musical guest to be announced.
9 p.m. Book Club: Designer and stylist Maripol will discuss her book Little Red Riding Hood and the 1980s New York art scene, as well as her experience designing Madonna's signature 1984 Like A Virgin look.
10-11 p.m. Late Night in the Galleries: All galleries open. Explore the Museum.
Throughout the evening, a cash bar will offer beer and wine, and the Museum Café will serve a wide variety of sandwiches, salads, and beverages. The Museum Shop will remain open until 11 p.m.
Museum admission is free from 5 to 11 p.m. and includes entrance to all galleries and events. Programs subject to change without notice. Some Target First Saturday programs have limited space and are ticketed on a first-come, first-served basis. Lines for free tickets often form thirty minutes in advance. For more information, visitwww.brooklynmuseum.org. Parking is a flat rate of $4 from 5 to 11 p.m.
