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NEW! BEACH FILM CLUB: bi-monthly film series.

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Interested in discussing films? Join the BEACH FILM CLUB!
Watch films at your leisure in advance and then join the virtual discussions led by Shannon Skelton, Assistant Professor at K-State School of Music, Theatre and Dance. All virtual discussions are free and open to the public. Email questions at beachart@k-state.edu or sbskelton@k-state.edu  

Themes:
Women Behind the Camera: a collection of films and provocative works by female directors that will inspire intriguing discussions.
Perspectives: films exploring territories where the real and perceived unreal collide, challenging the viewer to question their own viewpoints and assumptions.

Upcoming Virtual Discussions:

Women Behind the Camera

Image of director Mabel Normand March 10, 7:30 p.m.
Shorts by Women from the Silent Era
Various Years
Directors: Dorothy Davenport, Lois Weber and Mabel Normand
Streaming: YouTube (free)
Register in advance for the virtual discussion here.

 

 

 

"Monsoon Wedding" film image

March 24, 7:30 p.m.
Monsoon Wedding (IND), 2001
Director: Mira Nair
Streaming: Peacock, YouTube, iTunes, Google Play
Register in advance for the virtual discussion here.

 

 

 

 

 

Perspectives

"Women Without Men" film imageApril 14, 7:30 p.m.
Women Without Men (IRAN), 2009
Director: Shirin Neshat
Streaming: Amazon Prime (free with subscription)
Register in advance for the virtual discussion here.

 

 

 

"La Jetee" film image

April 28, 7:30 p.m.
Experimental Perspectives
Various Years
Directors: Stan Brakhage, Kenneth Anger Chris Marker and Maya Deren
Streaming: YouTube (free)
Register in advance for the virtual discussion here.

 

 

May 5, 7:30 p.m.
Frida (US/MEX), 2002
Director: Julie Taymor
Streaming: Netflix (free with subscription), Amazon, YouTube, iTunes
Register in advance for the virtual discussion here.

 

 

 

 

 

Part of the Beach Museum of Art’s annual program series, Art in Motion: a tribute to Marianna’s love for lifelong learning! Marianna Kistler Beach believed in the value of art and the importance of cross-cultural understanding. The museum offers the Art in Motion programs in celebration of her work and leadership.

We need art – and art museums – now more than ever!

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Recent news feeds streamed live footage of a mob occupying the United States Capitol. This frightening chaos came after months of threats to our nation’s democracy, and during a pandemic that has caused great suffering and loss. We need art – and art museums – now more than ever.

If that last sentence seems like a non sequitur, please think again about the kinds of exhibitions and programs offered at K-State’s Beach Museum of Art. At this museum art isn’t just pretty; it is a model for confronting what is complicated, like so many aspects of our society. Art can be prickly. It can make us sad or mad or confused. This is art’s power—a power feared by figures of authority or institutions that want you to accept rigid answers to complex questions. Instead of providing answers, art invites us to wonder. Wondering about meaning in art opens our minds to possibilities and helps us notice the subtle. That process gives access to understanding; it’s a process widely applicable in our lives beyond the museum. This may not be what you learned about art in school, but it describes the kind of access the Beach Museum of Art strives to offer. We work to make your museum a welcoming and wonder-full place, whether you visit in-person or virtually.

We hope you will join us often in 2021. May the year bring you abundant health and happiness!
– Staff of the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art

This holiday season visit the Beach Museum of Art exterior and virtually!

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Though the museum is closed until further notice in line with K-State’s COVID-19 policies, we invite you to enjoy art and stay connected through a variety of ways:

INSIDE OUT features artworks from the museum’s collection displayed in colorfully lighted windows. Take this outdoor walking tour around the museum building and don’t miss the signs about the art on display. The views are especially stunning at twilight or evening. If you snap a photo of Inside Out, please post it on social media and tag the museum — BeachMuseumofArt on Facebook, BeachMuseum on Twitter and beachmuseum on Instagram.

The museum continues to offer various online resources that are free for all. Enjoy online exhibitions, museum’s YouTube channel featuring videos of art, artists and special programs; collection search tool, educational resources, museum’s social media and more! Visit https://beach.k-state.edu/explore/interactive-tools/

Thank you for your continued interest and support of your art museum. Have a happy and safe holiday!