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Exhibitions ........................................................................ 4

The Esther B. O’Keeffe Speaker Series ....................... 8

Evening Concerts ........................................................ 12

Sunday Concerts ............................................................ 15

Metropolitan Opera: Live in HD .............................. 18

National Theatre Live . . .................................................21

Exhibitions on Screen ....................................................22

The Bolshoi Ballet .......................................................... 23

Friday Films ..................................................................... 25

Sunday Film .................................................................... 27

King Fling .........................................................................27

Florida Voices .................................................................. 28

Talk of Kings Book Discussion Group ....................... 30

Page Turners.................................................................... 33

Garden Club of Palm Beach ........................................ 34

Campus on the Lake Lectures .................................... 35

Beyer Artists-in-Residence ............................................46

Campus Workshops & Classes ......................................48

Campus on the Go Field Trips .................................... 56

Children’s Library Events ............................................ 57

Four Arts Staff Listings ................................................. 65

Board of Trustees ........................................................... 66

Auditorium Seating Chart ........................................... 67

Box Office Information ................................................. 67

T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

The Society of the Four Arts is the Palm Beach destination for art exhibitions, music, notable speakers, workshops, films, children’s programs and more. The Society maintains two libraries: the Gioconda and Joseph King Library, which serves as the town library for Palm Beach, and the Four Arts Children’s Library, featuring popular free story time programs. Located on the eastern shore of the Intracoastal Waterway, The Society of the Four Arts’ campus is also home to beautiful botanical and sculpture gardens.

Cover Image:Bill Cunningham,“Gothic Bridge in Central Park” (designed 1860), ca. 1968-1976, Gelatin silver photograph, New-York Historical Society,Gift of Bill Cunningham.From the exhibit “Bill Cunningham: Façades”on display January 23 to March 6, 2016


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From Interstate 95, take Okeechobee Boulevard (exit 70) and go east toward Palm Beach. After crossing the Royal Park Bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway, make an immediate left turn onto Four Arts Plaza.

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How to Reach The Society of the Four Arts:2 Four Arts PlazaPalm Beach, FL [email protected]

Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery Building2 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL 33480(561) 655-7226Mid-September through OctoberMonday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.November through AprilMonday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.

Gioconda and Joseph King Library3 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL 33480(561) 655-2766 · [email protected] through AprilMonday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.May through OctoberMonday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Closed Sundays year roundClosed Wednesdays during August

John E. Rovensky Administration Building2 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL 33480(561) 655-7227Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Four Arts Children’s Library2 Four Arts Plaza, Palm Beach, FL 33480Second Floor(561) 655-2776November through AprilMonday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.September through JulyMonday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.Closed the month of August

Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Four Arts Botanical GardenMonday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Closed on major holidays

Fitz Eugene Dixon Education Building240 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach, FL 33480(561) 805-8562 · [email protected] through MayMonday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.June through SeptemberTuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Closed Mondays and Fridays

All buildings, libraries, gardens and the gallery are closed on major holidays. The gardens may close at other times due to inclement weather. Please visit www.fourarts.org for building specific information on early closures the day prior to major holidays.


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Art ExhibitsThe Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Gallery admission is $5; no charge for Four Arts members and children 14 and younger.

In the early capitol of the South, Charleston’s citizens enjoyed unprecedented economic prosperity. This wealth, generated in part as a result of enslaved labor, fueled a robust urban community, and the finest goods were sought to define social status among the city’s white population. Charleston’s insatiable appetite for luxury items and the market’s ability to absorb both imports and locally made goods attracted skilled craftsmen from other American cities and Europe. “An Eye for Opulence” tells the story of Charleston’s golden era—from the colonial to antebellum city—through the lens of the Rivers Collection and enhanced by decorative and fine arts from Charleston’s public institutions. Featuring more than 100 objects, this exhibition comprises the exceptional holdings of John M. Rivers Jr. in addition to key loans from the Gibbes Museum of Art, Historic Charleston Foundation, and select objects from Drayton Hall and The Charleston Museum. Recognizing that significant examples of Charleston furniture and silver were dispersing outside the Charleston area, John M. Rivers Jr., whose family has been in Charleston continuously since 1670, began forming the Rivers Collection in 1988.

“An Eye for Opulence: Charleston through the Lens of the Rivers Collection”Saturday, November 21, 2015 to Sunday, January 10, 2016

Attributed to Emma Louisa Lanneau Gildersleeve (American, 1804–1859).

Embroidery, Charleston, S.C., ca. 1820/25. Silk and watercolor on silk with linen mounting strips. 22 x 24 in.

Courtesy, the Rivers Collection, Charleston, SC

Kettle Stand, Charleston, SC, ca. 1745–1755, Mahogany, H. 275/8, Depth 21 in. Courtesy, the Rivers Collection, Charleston, SC

RELATED EVENT:Illustrated Lecture, “An Eye for Opulence: Colonial to Antebellum Charleston,” with Brandy Culp, curator at the Historic Charleston Foundation in Charleston, SCSaturday, December 12, 2015 at 11 a.m. Walter S. Gubelmann AuditoriumNo charge


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“Bill Cunningham: Façades” Saturday, January 23, 2016 to Sunday, March 6, 2016The exhibition is organized by The New-York Historical Society.

Exhibition catalogs will be available for purchase at the gallery reception desk.

In 1968, renowned photographer Bill Cunningham embarked on an eight-year project to document the architectural riches and fashion history of New York City. The project paired models – in particular his muse, fellow photographer Editta Sherman – in period costumes with historic settings. Approximately 80 original and enlarged images from Cunningham’s whimsical and bold work will be on display to offer a unique perspective on both the city’s distant past and the larger cultural zeitgeist in late 1960s-70s New York City – an era when historic preservation and urban issues loomed large. By showcasing fashion in the context of architecture, Cunningham traces the evolution of aesthetics from colonialism to the rise of modernism in New York City. The exhibit also will reference architectural drawings from the New-York Historical Society’s collection adjacent to Cunningham’s images.

RELATED EVENT:Illustrated Lecture, “He Who Seeks Beauty Will Find It: Bill Cunningham’s Façades,” with Valerie Paley, Ph.D., chief historian and vice president for scholarly programs at The New-York Historical Society, in New York, NYSaturday, February 6, 2016 at 11 a.m. Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium • No charge

Bill Cunningham, “Grand Central Terminal” (built ca. 1903-1913), ca. 1968-1976, Gelatin silver photograph, New-York Historical Society, Gift of Bill Cunningham


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RELATED EVENT:Illustrated Lecture with Howard Vincent Kurtz, associate curator of costumes and textiles at the Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens in Washington, D.C. Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 11 a.m. Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium • No charge

Exhibition in the Mary Alice Fortin Children’s Art Gallery

There is no charge for admission. The gallery is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., September through July, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., November through April.

“Illustrating Words: The Wondrous Fantasy World of Robert L. Forbes, poet, and Ronald Searle, artist”This exhibition has been organized by The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, Florida.

This exciting exhibition features the inventive and whimsical words of Robert L. Forbes, insightfully illustrated with Ronald Searle’s joyful watercolor illustrations. Rich with color and fanciful detail, the drawings capture the spirit and essence of each poem. The delightful collaboration of these two artists invites the viewer to expand their imagination, creativity and appreciation of words brought further to life with illustration.

Ronald Searle was long known as one of the world’s top illustrators who produced drawings for Life Magazine, The New Yorker, and numerous British publications. Robert Forbes has published three books and is fast becoming a major children’s author.

“Invitation to the Ball: Marjorie Merriweather Post’s Fancy Dress Costumes”Saturday, January 23, 2016 to Sunday, April 17, 2016Organized by the Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, Washington, D.C.Limited edition exhibition catalogs will be available for purchase at the gallery reception desk

Costume balls ranked among the most splendid high society entertainments in the 1920s. These fanciful and elaborate affairs are examined through the prism of Marjorie Merriweather Post’s fascinating life in Palm Beach at Mar-a-Lago and her collection of fabulous fancy dress costumes. The exhibition provides colorful insight into this historic era of American history, and a rarely-seen glimpse into Post’s remarkable life as a pioneering businesswoman, philanthropist, art collector and style icon. This exhibition, from the collection of the Hillwood Museum, focuses on intricate dress costumes that were designed specifically for Post when she attended elaborate charity balls. Included in the exhibition are actual costumes worn by Post, as well as many accessories such as headdresses, shoes, and fans.

“Marjorie dressed as Marie Antoinette for the Beaux Arts Ball,” New York City, 1927, Photographed by Gabor Eder, Image courtesy of Hillwood Estate, Museum, and Gardens Archives


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Exhibition catalogs will be available for purchase at the gallery reception desk.

A remarkable collection of Spanish Colonial Art will make its exhibition debut at The Society of the Four Arts. “Power & Piety” includes more than 50 paintings, pieces of furniture, gold and silverwork from the Americas in the late 17th to the 19th century, when vast profits from cattle ranching and farming turned Spanish Americans in the Caribbean basin into some of the wealthiest people in the New World. The production and trade of religious art during this period was centered on high-end pieces for churches, the local nobility and wealthy individuals; their fine craftsmanship rivaled that of luxury goods imported from Europe. Concurrently more affordable – and less refined – artworks were produced in large numbers for the homes of people of lesser means. Through exquisite paintings, sculpture, silver pieces, furniture, and other decorative devotional objects, this exhibition showcases a wide range of artistic production and the finesse of local masters. They benefited from a vast supply of raw materials that included not only precious metals such as gold and silver, but also rare wood varieties with colors and grains of unmatched richness, and unique local pigments. The exhibit offers an exceptional opportunity to learn more about the daily life and religious practices of colonial Latin America and sheds light on the nature of commercial exchange in the region.

“Power & Piety: Spanish Colonial Art”

Saturday, March 19, 2016 to Sunday, April 17, 2016The exhibition is drawn from the Colección Patricia Phelps de Cisneros and is co-organized by the Museum of Biblical Art, New York and Art Services International, Alexandria, Virginia.

RELATED EVENT:Illustrated Lecture, “Religious Art in the Spanish Caribbean,” with Jorge F. Rivas Pérez, independent curator in New York, NYSaturday, March 26, 2016 at 11 a.m. Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium • No charge

Juan Pedro López (1724–1787) “Our Lady of Light” ca. 1765, Oil on canvas, 97 1/4 x 68 in.Courtesy of the Colección Patricia Phelps de Cisneros


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Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at 3 p.m.Akbar Ahmed, “Islam and the West Since 9/11”An anthropologist by training, Ahmed holds the Ibn Khaldun Chair of Islamic Studies at American University in Washington, D.C. Previously he was the first distinguished chair of Middle East and Islamic Studies at the US Naval Academy in Annapolis, and served as the high commissioner from Pakistan to the U.K. and Ireland. He has also served as nonresident senior fellow at The Brookings Institution, and has taught at Princeton, Harvard and the University of Cambridge. A prolific author, his books include “The Thistle and the Drone: How America’s War on Terror Became a Global War on Tribal Islam,” “Journey into Islam: The Crisis of Globalization,” and “Journey into America: The Challenge of Islam.” His talk is subtitled: “ISIS, Home-grown Terrorists and the War on Terror.”

Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 3 p.m.A. E. Dick Howard, “Magna Carta: 800 Years after Runnymede”Widely recognized as an expert in the field of constitutional law and a noted authority on Magna Carta, Howard is the White Burkett Miller Professor of Law and Public Affairs at the University of Virginia School of Law. An advisor to the Library of Congress on its exhibit, “Magna Carta: Muse and Mentor,” Howard also lectured on Magna Carta in London under the auspices of the American Embassy, and Oxford’s Bodleian Library and Salisbury Cathedral. In Howard’s words, “The 800th anniversary is not so much about celebrating Magna Carta’s origins as it is about explaining how and why the Charter survived and what its legacy is for our time.”

THE JOHN R. DONNELL MEMORIAL LECTURE Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 3 p.m.Charlie Cook, “The 2016 Election Outlook”Founder, publisher and editor of the Cook Political Report, The New York Times has called Charlie Cook “…one of the best political handicappers in the nation.” The Cook Report, independent and non-partisan, has been published since 1984, analyzing elections and campaigns for president, house of representatives, senate, governors, and state legislatures. With his encyclopedic knowledge, memorable stories, quick wit and meaningful insights, his work focuses on the broad implications of the latest election results. What better speaker could we present for this 2016 election season?

The Esther B. O’Keeffe Speaker Series features notable speakers from the fields of politics, culture and the media. Lectures take place January through March on Tuesdays at 3 p.m.Four Arts members are admitted at no charge. Members must present membership card for entry; each card admits two. Non-member tickets can be purchased at the door for $35. Tickets go on sale one hour before the lecture begins. Book signings, when offered, are held in the Four Arts King Library. They are open to the public, and there is no charge to attend.

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Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 3 p.m.Marlene Strauss, “The Clark Brothers of Cooperstown”Familiar to Four Arts patrons as the Society’s “resident art historian,” Marlene Strauss is a renowned interpreter of art and artists for audiences at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art and at such venues as the Art Institute of Chicago and the Boston Museum of Fine Art. She will tell the story of Sterling and Stephen Clark, heirs to the Singer sewing machine fortune, who amassed two of the most important art collections of the 20th century, greatly developing America’s taste for impressionist, post-impressionist, and early modern paintings. The siblings quarreled over the disposition of their inheritance, and their relationship was severed forever. Each of them, however, would go on to build great individual collections.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 3 p.m. Louis Menand, “Pollock and Politics: What Are We Looking At?”The Robert M. and Anne T. Bass Professor of English and American Literature and Language at Harvard University, Menand is widely considered to be the foremost modern scholar of American studies. His most famous work, “The Metaphysical Club” (2001) is a detailed history of American intellectual and philosophical life in the 19th and 20th centuries. It received the 2002 Pulitzer Prize for history and the 2002 Francis Parkman Prize. Menand then went on to publish “American Studies” (2002), an amalgam of essays and articles on people who have greatly contributed to American culture. Menand is currently a staff writer for The New Yorker as well as a frequent contributor to The New York Review of Books. His professional commitment to both academia and journalism is a rare combination.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 3 p.m.Kathleen Parker, “Politics, Culture, and Contemporary Issues”Kathleen Parker is a columnist for The Washington Post, writing twice-weekly on politics and culture. She is the most widely syndicated columnist in the country, with columns appearing in more than 500 papers, which translates into approximately 80 million print readers. She is a political analyst for MSNBC and a regular guest on “Meet the Press.” In a retrospective study of political pundits’ predictions, Parker scored highest for accuracy. She is also a consulting faculty member at the Buckley School of Public Speaking and a regular guest on Sunday news shows. Her book, “Save the Males: Why Men Matter, and Why Women Should Care,” was published in 2008 by Random House.

Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 3 p.m.Catharine Hill, “Economic Challenges facing Private Higher Education”The 10th president of Vassar College, Hill is an experienced administrator and a noted economist whose work focuses on higher education affordability and access. A graduate of Williams College, Hill has further degrees from Oxford University and her Ph.D. in economics from Yale University. Prior to accepting the presidency of Vassar in 2006 she served for seven years as provost of Williams College. Under her leadership, Vassar has reinstated need-blind admissions and replaced loans with grants for low-income families. Vassar, under President Hill’s leadership, received the inaugural $1 million prize from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation in April 2014 for supporting high-performing, low-income students. Catharine Hill

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THE WALTER S. GUBELMANN MEMORIAL LECTURE Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 3 p.m.Michael Hayden, “A Troubled World”A retired U.S. Air Force four-star general, Michael Hayden is a former director of the National Security Agency (1999-2005), principal deputy director of National Intelligence (2005-2006), and director of the Central Intelligence Agency (2006-2009). He currently serves as a principal with the Chertoff Group, focusing on technological intelligence and counterintelligence involving communications and data networks, on global political and terrorist risk analysis, and on the structure and strategy of the American intelligence community.

Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at 3 p.m.Louis René Beres, “Israel’s Nuclear Strategy and U.S. Security”Professor Emeritus of Political Science and International Law at Purdue University, Beres was born in Zürich, Switzerland and earned a B.A. from Queens College and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Princeton University. He has written ten books and several hundred scholarly articles and monographs, and lectures widely on terrorism, strategy, and international law. His newest book is titled “Israel’s Nuclear Strategy: Surviving Amid Chaos.” As an expert on nuclear war and nuclear terrorism, he is closely involved with Israeli security issues at the highest levels. He was chair of “Project Daniel,” a group advising Israel’s Prime Minister on existential nuclear questions.

THE ESTHER ELSON MEMORIAL LECTURETuesday, February 23, 2016 at 3 p.m.Thomas Campbell, “Art, Audience, Excellence: Thoughts on the Future of The Metropolitan Museum of Art” Since becoming the ninth director of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 2009, Thomas Campbell has pursued an agenda that focuses on scholarship and accessibility. These priorities maintain the museum’s excellence in its exhibitions, publications, acquisitions, and permanent collections, while encouraging new thinking about the visitor experience. Prior to his appointment, Campbell was a curator in the Metropolitan’s Department of European Sculpture and Decorative Arts for 14 years, where he organized two major exhibitions on Renaissance and Baroque tapestry.

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Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 3 p.m.Margaret Hoover, “The Republican Party and the Millennial Generation” Hoover is a socially liberal, fiscally conservative Republican. She is modernizing the party with fresh ideas and an open mind for change, including freedom to marry, fiscal conservatism and a robust foreign policy. Previously a Fox News Contributor, a veteran of the George W. Bush White House, two presidential campaigns, and a former staffer on Capitol Hill, she is also the best-selling author of “American Individualism: How A New Generation of Conservatives Can Save the Republican Party.” Plus, Hoover is the great-granddaughter of former president Herbert Hoover, a subject she beams with pride to share with her audiences.

Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at 3 p.m.Jonathan Galassi, “The Good Old Days: An Editor Looks Back”The president and publisher of Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Galassi has had a long career in the book world, first with Houghton Mifflin, then with Random House, and finally with Farrar, Straus and Giroux, which he joined in 1985. A poet and translator of poetry, he recently debuted as a novelist with the publication of “Muse: A Novel,” a loving send-up of the world of writers, editors and publishers. The preface explains that the novel is “…about the good old days, when men were men and women were women and books were books, with glued or even sewn bindings, cloth or paper covers, with beautiful or not-so-beautiful jackets and a musty, dusty wonderful smell…”

Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 3 p.m.Lisa Genova, “Still Alice”A neuroscientist with a Ph.D. from Harvard, Genova has created a career as a novelist who helps readers understand the inner life of those who live with severe neurological illness through literature. Her award-winning first novel, “Still Alice,” explores early-onset Alzheimer’s and led to a major motion picture and Oscar-winning performance by Julianne Moore. Her other novels include “Love Anthony,” which focuses on autism, “Left Neglected,” which explores traumatic brain injury, and “Inside the O’Briens,” which centers on Huntington’s disease. In her own words, Genova says, “The novels I write are about people living with neurological diseases and conditions that are feared, ignored, or misunderstood, portrayed within a story that is accessible to the general public.”

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vening Concert SeriesEConcerts take place in the Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium. Tickets are $40 (balcony)/ $45 (orchestra); pick-up and sale dates vary by program. To purchase tickets visit the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, call (561) 655-7226 or go to www.fourarts.org. Gentlemen are asked to wear a jacket and tie to evening concerts.

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel, “The Greatness of Chopin”Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 8 p.m.This “concert with commentary” features captivating stories and insight to introduce masterful works by Frédéric Chopin.Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

Ann Hampton Callaway and Trio, “Making Spirits Bright”Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 8 p.m.Swing into the holiday spirit with one of the best interpreters of the Great American Songbook. The New York Times writes, “for sheer vocal beauty, no contemporary singer matches Ms. Callaway.”Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

Palm Beach Symphony with cellist Amit Peled, “Homage to Pablo Casals”Monday, December 7, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.Palm Beach’s own symphony orchestra kicks off the 2015-2016 season with a soul-stirring performance of “Song of the Birds” (P. Casals), “Tarantella,” Op. 33 (D. Popper), “Sonata in G minor” (G. F. Handel) and many more. Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

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Hollywood Concert Orchestra, “A Night at the Oscars”Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at 8 p.m.One of the premier pops ensembles in the world will take you on a musical adventure of beloved and iconic film scores, including “The Wizard of Oz,” “Forrest Gump,” “Superman,” “E.T.,” and much more. Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

Deborah Voigt, “Voigt Lessons”Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 8 p.m.During this one-women show, the internationally beloved soprano shares memories and music from her celebrated career, in an intimate account of her life beyond the velvet curtains. Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

Chanticleer, “Over the Moon”Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 8 p.m.The multiple Grammy® winning vocal ensemble is “the world’s reigning male chorus” (The New Yorker). Go on a musical journey through the ages with music that celebrates the moon, including works from Monteverdi, Mahler, Elgar and Finzi, through new arrangements of “Moon River,” “Fly Me to the Moon” as well as an inspired performance of Elbow’s “Mirrorball.”Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

“We’ll Meet Again: The Songs of Kate Smith,” featuring Stephanie Blythe, mezzo sopranoPresented by The Society of the Four Arts and Palm Beach OperaWednesday, January 13, 2016 at 8 p.m.Considered a “once in a generation” singer (New York Times), Blythe is one of the most respected and acclaimed mezzo sopranos. A regular in major opera houses worldwide, she will perform classics from radio legend Kate Smith.Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

Chanticleer

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Turtle Island Quartet with Cyrus Chestnut, “Jelly, Rags & Monk”Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 8 p.m.The extraordinary jazz pianist, Cyrus Chestnut joins the Grammy® winning Turtle Island Quartet to display their collective virtuosity with a blazing performance that traces jazz from Jelly Roll Morton to Thelonious Monk.Tickets are available to members February 3, 2016Public tickets available February 10, 2016

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, “Poema de Andalucía”Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 8 p.m.The season heats up with one of the nation’s premier Flamenco and Spanish dance companies. Through the language of Flamenco, this special ‘Poem’ is an alluring journey through the cultures and traditions of Andalusia.Tickets are available to members February 3, 2016Public tickets available February 10, 2016

The Arturo Sandoval SextetWednesday, February 24, 2016 at 8 p.m.Jazz trumpet legend Arturo Sandoval is one of the most dynamic and vivacious live performers of all time. He is a 10-time Grammy® winner and can be heard on recordings with everyone from Dizzy Gillespie to Josh Groban.Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

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unday Concert SeriesS Concerts take place in the Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium. Tickets are $20; pick-up and sale dates vary by program.To purchase tickets visit the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, call (561) 655-7226 or go to www.fourarts.org.

Minguet QuartettSunday, January 31, 2016 at 3 p.m.The prize-winning group from Germany, known for tackling intricate works with lightning agility and grace, will perform works by Mozart, Gould and Brahms.Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

Trio con Brio CopenhagenSunday, January 24, 2016 at 3 p.m.This international sensation is known for exploring the piano trio repertoire with fresh perspective and curiosity as well as respect. The award-winning trio has earned most of the top prizes in international piano trio competitions.Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

The American Chamber PlayersSunday, January 17, 2016 at 3 p.m.Considered one of today’s most exciting and innovative chamber music ensembles, this audience favorite returns to the Four Arts with a spirited performance. Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

Escher String QuartetSunday, January 10, 2016 at 3 p.m.Escher is “clearly one of the finest quartets of their generation” (The Guardian). The group will perform works from Mendelssohn, Bartok and Beethoven.Tickets are available to members November 4, 2015Public tickets available November 11, 2015

Escher String QuartetPhoto by Sophie Zhai

The American Chamber Players

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Trio con Brio CopenhagenPhoto by Nikolaj Lund

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Amernet String Quartet

Amernet String Quartet with pianist Joseph KalichsteinSunday, February 21, 2016 at 3 p.m.Praised for their “intelligence” and “immensely satisfying” playing by the New York Times, the Amernet String Quartet has garnered recognition as one of today’s exceptional ensembles. Discover them as they join critically acclaimed pianist Joseph Kalichstein in an exceptional concert experience. Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

Modigliani QuartetSunday, February 14, 2016 at 3 p.m.This international sensation is quickly becoming one of the world’s top string quartets. The group has five award-winning CDs, tours across the globe and is praised for their effortless and supple sound. Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel, “The Passionate Love Music of Robert Schumann”Sunday, February 7, 2016 at 3 p.m.If ever a composer’s music was inspired by love, that composer was Robert Schumann. Enjoy a night of the most romantic piano compositions augmented with insightful commentary. Tickets are available to members January 6, 2016Public tickets available January 13, 2016

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Blue HighwaySunday, April 10, 2016 at 3 p.m.At the 20-year mark, Blue Highway is indisputably one of the most esteemed and influential groups in contemporary bluegrass. The Grammy® nominated group has received numerous IBMA and SPGMA awards, and a Dove Award for Best Bluegrass Album. Tickets are available to members February 3, 2016Public tickets available February 10, 2016

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel, “Musical Pictures”Sunday, March 20, 2016 at 3 p.m.The popular musician and storyteller returns with pieces from Mussorgsky’s masterpiece “Pictures at an Exhibition” and the visually inspired works of Debussy.Tickets are available to members February 3, 2016Public tickets available February 10, 2016

The RomerosSunday, February 28, 2016 at 3 p.m.Known as the “The Royal Family of the Guitar” this ensemble is a veritable institution in classical music, and has dazzled countless audiences and won the raves of reviewers worldwide.Tickets are available to members February 3, 2016Public tickets available February 10, 2016

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Giuseppe Verdi’s “Il Trovatore”(Encore)Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 7 minutes One Intermission

Soprano Anna Netrebko’s dramatic and vocal skills are on full display in her next new role at the Met—Leonora, the Verdi heroine who sacrifices her own life for the love of the gypsy troubadour. Tenor Yonghoon Lee sings the ill-fated Manrico, baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky is his rival, and mezzo-soprano Dolora Zajick is the mysterious gypsy with the troubled past. Marco Armiliato conducts Sir David McVicar’s Goya-inspired production.

Alban Berg’s “Lulu” (New Production)Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 12:30 p.m.Estimated run time: 4 hours 27 minutes • Two Intermissions

Acclaimed artist and director William Kentridge (“The Nose”) applies his unique theatrical vision to Berg’s notorious femme fatale who shatters lives, including her own. Musically, the masterful score is in the sure hands of Met Music Director James Levine. Soprano Marlis Petersen has excited audiences around the world with her portrayal of the tour-de-force title role, a wild journey of love, obsession, and death. Susan Graham joins a winning cast, including Daniel Brenna and Johan Reuter.

Richard Wagner’s “Tannhäuser ” (Encore)Saturday, December 5, 2015 at 12 p.m.Estimated run time: 4 hours 31 minutes • Two Intermissions

James Levine conducts Wagner’s early masterpiece in its first return to the Met stage in more than a decade. Today’s leading Wagnerian tenor Johan Botha takes on the daunting title role, opposite soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek as Elisabeth, adding another Wagner heroine to her Met repertoire after her acclaimed Sieglinde in the “Ring” a few seasons ago. On the heels of his recent triumph in “Parsifal,” baritone Peter Mattei sings Wolfram, and mezzo-soprano Michelle DeYoung is the love goddess, Venus.

Tickets go on sale Thursday, October 1, 2015 for $27, or $15 for students with valid I.D. To purchase tickets visit the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, call (561) 655-7226 or go to www.fourarts.org.

“Il Trovatore”

“Lulu”

Photo by Ken Howard Photo by Kristian Schuller

“Tannhäuser ”Photo by Marty Sohl


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Giacomo Puccini’s “Turandot” Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 35 minutes • Two Intermissions

Nina Stemme, one of opera’s greatest dramatic sopranos, takes on the title role of the proud princess of legendary China. Tenor Marco Berti is Calàf, the brave prince who sings “Nessun dorma” and wins her hand. Franco Zeffirelli’s golden production is conducted by Paolo Carignani.

Georges Bizet’s “The Pearl Fishers” (New Production)Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 2 hours 54 minutes One Intermission

Bizet’s gorgeous opera of lust and longing set in the Far East returns to the Met stage for the first time in 100 years. Soprano Diana Damrau stars as Leïla, the beautiful Hindu priestess pursued by rival pearl divers competing for her hand. Her suitors are tenor Matthew Polenzani and baritone Mariusz Kwiecien, who sing the lilting duet “Au fond du temple saint,” which opera fans know and adore. Director Penny Woolcock explores the timeless themes of pure love, betrayal, and vengeance in a production that vividly creates an undersea world on the stage of the Met. Conductor Gianandrea Noseda brings his romantic flair to the lush score from the composer of “Carmen.”

“Turandot”

“Otello”

“The Pearl Fishers”

Photo by Kristian Schuller

Photo by Marty Sohl


Things to know: • Student tickets must be purchased in person

at the box office.• All performances are live unless otherwise

noted. • Late arrivals will be seated at staff discretion.• Run times and cast are subject to change.

Giuseppe Verdi’s “Otello” (Encore)Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 27 minutes • One Intermission

Verdi’s masterful Otello matches Shakespeare’s play in tragic intensity. Director Bartlett Sher probes the Moor’s dramatic downfall with an outstanding cast: tenor Aleksandrs Antonenko plays the doomed Otello; new soprano star Sonya Yoncheva sings Desdemona, Otello’s innocent wife and victim; and baritone Željko Lucic plays the evil Iago, who masterminds Otello’s demise. Dynamic maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts.

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Richard Strauss’ “Elektra” (New Production) Saturday, April 30, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 2 hours 10 minutes • No Intermission

The genius director Patrice Chéreau (“From the House of the Dead”) didn’t live to see his great “Elektra” production, previously presented in Aix and Milan, make it to the stage of the Met. But his overpowering vision lives on with soprano Nina Stemme—unmatched today in the heroic female roles of Strauss and Wagner—who portrays Elektra’s primal quest for vengeance. Legendary mezzo-soprano Waltraud Meier is chilling as Elektra’s fearsome mother, Klytämnestra. Soprano Adrianne Pieczonka and bass Eric Owens are Elektra’s troubled siblings. Chéreau’s musical collaborator, Esa-Pekka Salonen, conducts.

Giacomo Puccini’s “Madama Butterfly” Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 48 minutes Two Intermissions

Anthony Minghella’s breathtaking production has thrilled audiences ever since its premiere in 2006. One of the world’s foremost Butterflys, soprano Kristine Opolais, takes on the title role, and Roberto Alagna sings Pinkerton, the naval officer who breaks Butterfly’s heart. Karel Mark Chichon conducts.

“Madama Butterfly”

“Roberto Devereux“

“Elektra”

Photo by Ken Howard

Giacomo Puccini’s “Manon Lescaut”Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 33 minutes

Two Intermissions

The Met stage ignites when soprano Kristine Opolais and tenor Jonas Kaufmann join forces in Puccini’s obsessive love story. Opolais sings the title role of the country girl who transforms herself into a Parisian temptress,

while Kaufmann is the dashing student who desperately woos her. Director Richard Eyre places the action in occupied France in a film noir setting. “Desperate passion” is the phrase Puccini himself used to describe the opera that confirmed his position as the preeminent Italian opera composer of his day. Met principal conductor Fabio Luisi leads the stirring score.

“Manon Lescaut”


Photo by Kristian SchullerPhoto by Marty Sohl

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Gaetano Donizetti’s “Roberto Devereux“(New Production)Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 1 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 30 minutes Two Intermissions

Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky takes on the extraordinary challenge of singing all three of Donizetti’s Tudor queens in the course of a single season, a rare feat made famous by Beverly Sills – and not attempted on a New York stage since. In this climactic opera of the trilogy, directed by Sir David McVicar, she plays Queen Elizabeth I, forced to sign the death warrant of the nobleman she loves, Roberto

Devereux. Tenor Matthew Polenzani is Devereux, and mezzo-soprano Elïna Garanca and baritone Mariusz Kwiecien complete the principal quartet in the bel canto masterpiece, conducted by Donizetti specialist Maurizio Benini.

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Enjoy cutting-edge theatrical productions from the National Theatre of London, broadcast in high definition. All telecasts take place in the Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium. Tickets go on sale Thursday, October 1, 2015 for $25 each; students with valid I.D. may purchase tickets for $15. To purchase tickets visit the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, call (561) 655-7226 or go to www.fourarts.org.

“Man and Superman,” by Bernard Shaw Saturday January 9, 2016 at 2 p.m. Estimated run time: 4 hours • One Intermission

Academy Award® nominee Ralph Fiennes (“The English Patient,” “Oedipus” at the National Theatre) plays Jack Tanner in this exhilarating reinvention of Shaw’s witty classic.Jack Tanner, celebrated radical thinker and rich bachelor, seems an unlikely choice as guardian to the alluring heiress, Ann. She decides to marry and tame this dazzling revolutionary. Tanner, appalled by the whiff of domesticity, is tipped off to the scheme and flees to Spain with Ann in hot pursuit. Directed by Simon Godwin.

“The Hard Problem,” a new playby Tom Stoppard Sunday, December 13, 2015 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours • One Intermission

Acclaimed playwright Tom Stoppard (“Shakespeare in Love”) returns with this highly-anticipated new play. Hilary, a young psychology researcher, is nursing a private sorrow and a troubling question at work. If there is nothing but matter, what is consciousness? This is ‘the hard problem’ which puts Hilary at odds with her colleagues. Is the day coming when a computer and an MRI scanner will answer all the questions psychology can ask? Directed by Nicholas Hytner (“Othello,” “Hamlet,” “One Man, Two Guvnors”).

“Everyman,” a new adaptation by Carol Ann Duffy Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 1 hour 30 minutes • No Intermission

Academy Award® nominee Chiwetel Ejiofor (“12 Years a Slave”) takes the title role in this dynamic new production. Everyman is successful, popular and riding high when Death comes calling. He is forced to abandon his life and embark on a frantic search to recruit a friend, anyone, to speak in his defense. Don’t miss this cornerstone of English drama since the 15th century. Directed by Rufus Norris.

“The Beaux’ Stratagem,” by George FarquharSaturday, April 9, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours

Simon Godwin (“Man and Superman”) directs George Farquhar’s wild comedy of love and cash. The ‘Beaux’: Mr. Aimwell and Mr. Archer are two charming, dissolute young men who have blown their fortunes. Shamed, they flee to a provincial town. Their ‘Stratagem’: to marry for money. Posing as master and servant, they meet their match in Dorinda and Mrs. Sullen – for in love they might be truly discovered.

Photo by Richard Hubert SmithPhoto by Johan Persson Photo by Johan Persson

BY EXPERIENCE HD

Photo by Manuel Harlan

“The Hard Problem” “Everyman”“Man and Superman” “The Beaux’ Stratagem”

Things to know: • Student tickets must be purchased in person at the

box office.• All performances are previously recorded. • Late arrivals will be seated at staff discretion.• Run times and cast are subject to change.


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Get up close to some of the most amazing works of art in the world through these special high definition presentations from great museums around the world. Tickets go on sale Thursday, October 1, 2015 for $15. To purchase tickets visit the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, call (561) 655-7226 or go to www.fourarts.org.

Things to know: l All telecasts have been previously recorded. l Late arrivals will be seated at staff discretion.l Run times are subject to change.l No intermission

Special Art Documentary Telecast:“Fabergé: A Life of Its Own” Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run rime: 1 hour 27 minutes

“Vincent van Gogh – A New Way of Seeing” Exhibition telecast from Van Gogh Museum, AmsterdamSaturday, February 27, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Enjoy complete and unprecedented access to the treasures of Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum, during this brilliant new film about one of the world’s most fascinating and beloved artists, featuring world-renowned curators and art historians giving interpretations of his work.

Filmed in partnership with:

“Matisse from Tate Modern and MOMA”Exhibition telecast from Tate Modern and The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New YorkSaturday, January 23, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 1 hour 30 minutes

Hailed as the most successful exhibition in Tate Modern’s history, you can now catch “Henri Matisse: The Cut-Outs” at the Four Arts, featuring exclusive new footage.

Filmed in partnership with:

This captivating new film tells the fascinating story behind one of the most prestigious names in luxury: Fabergé.

Enjoy unprecedented access to esteemed private collections, insights from world experts and interviews with the descendants of the Fabergé family. Marvel at two rare pieces – the first new creation in almost 100 years, and a recently re-discovered lost treasure – before they return to their very private collections.


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The Bolshoi BalletThe greatest ballet company in the world offers a spectacular new season on the big screen. Each production features behind-the-scenes programming, including interviews with the cast and creative teams. Tickets go on sale Thursday, October 1, 2015 for $20 or $15 for students with valid I.D. Visit the box office at the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery, call (561) 655-7226 or go to www.fourarts.org.

Frédéric Chopin’s “The Lady of the Camellias” (New Production)Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 5 minutes • Two Intermissions

A young bourgeois, Armand Duval, falls madly in love with Marguerite Gautier, a gorgeous courtesan celebrated by the Parisian high society. Despite her infidelity, Armand will do all he can to win the beautiful woman’s heart and convince her to leave her indulgent life. The Bolshoi breathes new life into John Neumeier’s tragic masterpiece, inspired by Alexandre Dumas’ novel and accompanied by Chopin’s exquisite score. This production assumes a new emotional and dramatic texture that only the Bolshoi’s dancers can deliver. Choreography by John Neumeier.

Gabriel Faure’s (emeralds), Igor Stravinsky’s (rubies) and Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s (diamonds) “Jewels” Sunday, December 6, 2015 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 2 hours 5 minutes Two Intermissions

This opulent triptych was inspired by Balanchine’s visit to the famous jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels on New York’s Fifth Avenue, celebrating the cities and dance schools of Paris, New York and St. Petersburg, each bound to its own precious stone. “Jewels” offers a unique occasion to enjoy Balanchine’s visually captivating work, as the Bolshoi is the only company authorized by the Balanchine Trust to film and broadcast his masterpiece. Choreography by George Balanchine.

Adolphe Adam’s “Giselle”(New Production)Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 2 hours 20 minutes One Intermission

The young peasant girl Giselle dies when she learns that the man she loves, Albrecht, has betrayed her. Against her will, she joins the vengeful spirits who condemn Albrecht to dance until he dies of exhaustion. This treasure of romantic ballet is one of the oldest and greatest in classical repertoire, touching upon the great romantic themes: a doomed love affair ending in tragedy, a dive into fantasy and ultimate redemption through the power of love. Choreography by Yuri Grigorovich.

“Giselle”

Photo by Damir Yusupov

“Jewels”

Photo by Elena Fetisova

“The Lady of the Camellias”

Photo by D

amir Yusupov

Things to know: • Student tickets must be purchased

in person at the box office.• All performances are previously

recorded. • Late arrivals will be seated at staff

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Leon Minkus’ “Don Quixote”(New Production) Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 3 hours 10 minutes Two Intermissions

Cervantes’ eccentric hero Don Quixote leaves on an adventure with his loyal squire Sancho Panza in search of his perfect woman. On the way he meets Kitri, the dazzling daughter of an innkeeper who might be his ideal love. The Bolshoi’s panache and excellence are combined in Alexei Fadeyechev’s critically acclaimed staging of this exalting performance with Leon Minkus’ famous score. Featuring brand new sets and costumes

to accompany this technically challenging production, “Don Quixote” abounds with life and is not to be missed! Choreography by Alexei Fadeyechev (after Marius Petipa and Alexander Gorsky).

Aram Kachaturian’s “Spartacus” Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run time: 2 hours 50 minutes • Two Intermissions

In ancient Rome, Spartacus, a Thracian king, is turned captive by Crassus with his wife Phrygia. Forced to fight as a gladiator and kill one of his friends, Spartacus plots an unprecedented upheaval. Choreographer Yuri Grigorovich’s “Spartacus” was created at the Bolshoi in 1968 and has since remained the company’s signature ballet. This spectacular production is an epic tour de force, giving full expression to the virility and strengh for which the Bolshoi’s male dancers are renowned.

Dmitri Shostakovich’s “The Taming of the Shrew”(New Production) Saturday, February 6, 2016 at 2 p.m.Estimated run rime: 2 hours 40 minutes One Intermission

Many suitors dream of marrying the lovely and docile Bianca, including Luciento. However her father will not let anyone marry her before her elder sister, the ill-tempered shrew Katharina, is herself married. French choreographer Jean-Christophe Maillot lands a coup with his adaptation of Shakespeare’s comedy tailored specifically to the Bolshoi dancers, and achieves a breathtaking, nonstop dance unlike any other. This production was staged exclusively for the Bolshoi and is not to be missed!

“The Taming of the Shrew”

Photo by Elena Fetisova

“Spartacus”


“Don Quixote”


FILM SCREENINGSaturday, December 19, 2015 at 1 p.m.San Francisco Ballet presents Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker”2 hours 13 minutes • No Intermission

Join us for a special screening of a holiday favorite. San Francisco Ballet presents Helgi Tomasson’s production of “Nutcracker,” which is set in San Francisco in the early 20th century.Admission is free. Tickets are required. This is not a Bolshoi Ballet production.Call (561) 655-7226 or visit the Esther B. O’Keeffe Gallery for tickets.

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riday Film SeriesFFriday, December 18, 2015 “Gandhi” (2:30 p.m. only)1982 · Rated PG · 3 hours 11 minutes English · Color and Black & White

Winner of eight Oscars®, this awe-inspiring biopic about Mahatma Gandhi brilliantly underscores the difference one person can make.

Friday, January 8, 2016 “The Hundred-Foot Journey”2014 · Rated PG · 2 hours 2 minutes English · Color

Relocating from India to a quiet village in the south of France, chef Hassan Kadam and his family open a restaurant called Maison Mumbai. But when their business starts to thrive, a competing restaurateur launches a war between the eateries.

Friday, January 15, 2016 “Georgia O’Keeffe”2009 · Not Rated · 2 hours English · Color

Joan Allen stars as 20th-century painter Georgia O’Keeffe in this biopic that was nominated for Emmy® and Golden Globe® awards. The film follows the artist’s tempestuous relationship with her

lover and eventual husband, Alfred Stieglitz (Jeremy Irons), a New York photographer and art promoter.

Friday, January 29, 2016 “Like Sunday, Like Rain”2014 · Rated R · 1 hour 45 minutes English · Color

Surrounded by wealth in Manhattan, 12-year-old cello prodigy and all around genius Reggie, lives a solitary, bookish life lacking only frequently absent parents and friends. 23-year-old Eleanor, estranged

from family, and fired from her waitressing job, needs a new place to live. Fate brings these two lives together when Eleanor becomes the new au pair for a skeptical Reggie. The music in their hearts and souls intertwines to create this beautiful story about discovery and acceptance.

Friday, February 5, 2016 “The Best Offer”2014 · Rated R · 2 hours 11 minutes English · Color

An auction house owner who lives in seclusion amid a collection of female portraiture is hired by a reclusive heiress who refuses to meet in person. But as his business relationship with his enigmatic

client grows, so does his dormant libido.

Friday, February 12, 2016 “Woman in Gold”2015 · Rated PG-13 · 1 hour 47 minutes · English · Color

Six decades after World War II, Jewish octogenarian Maria Altmann (Helen Mirren) begins a quest to reclaim the artwork confiscated from her family by the Nazis – including a famed Gustav Klimt masterpiece.

Showtimes are at 2:30, 5:15 and 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. All films are shown in the Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium. Admission is $5; no charge for Four Arts members (membership card required). Tickets are available at the door immediately before each show. For more information on each title, including cast and awards, please visit www.fourarts.org.



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Friday, February 19, 2016 “Iris” (2:30 p.m. only)2014 · Rated PG-13 · 1 hour 23 minutes English · Color

At 93, fashion legend Iris Apfel is clearly still at the top of her game – supervising the dress selections for a tour, advising models and negotiating with buyers – in this affectionate documentary by Albert Maysles.

Friday, February 26, 2016 “Le Chef”2012 · Rated PG-13 · 1 hour 25 minutes · French, Spanish, Japanese with English Subtitles · Color

The friction between gourmet chef Alexandre Lagarde and his interfering boss threatens to ruin Lagarde’s reputation and lose him his position. His one chance at salvation arrives in the form of

Jacky, an irascible self-taught cook who specializes in molecular gastronomy.

Friday, March 4, 2016“Gemma Bovery”2014 · Rated R (explicit sex scene) 1 hour 39 minutes · French with English Subtitles · Color

Living in a Norman village when British couple Gemma and Charlie Bovery settle nearby, urban exile Martin Joubert – a fan of the novel “Madame Bovary” – soon discovers that the pair ’s

name isn’t all they share with Gustave Flaubert’s famous tale.

Friday, March 11, 2016“Where Do We Go Now?”2012 · Rated PG-13 · 1 hour 40 minutes Arabic and Russian with English Subtitles · Color

While their men fight a remote sectarian war, the women of a Lebanese village – one hemmed in by minefields – band together to denounce the clash of Islamic and Christian beliefs

that sustains the war and threatens to poison their own community.

Friday, March 25, 2016“Mr. Turner”2014 · Rated R · 2 hours 30 minutes English · Color

This incandescent biographical portrait of famed 19th-century painter J.M.W. Turner spotlights his artistic genius, along with the eccentric and frequently insensitive behavior that he exhibited in his private life.

Friday, April 1, 2016“Last Love”2013 · Not Rated · 1 hour 56 minutes English · Color

A widowed professor living alone in Paris sees no meaningful future for himself until he meets a free-spirited young dance instructor. From their first meeting, each instinctively provides what the other so

desperately needs: someone to call family.

Friday, April 8, 2016“The Judge”2014 · Rated R · 2 hours 22 minutes English · Color

After attending his mother’s funeral in rural Indiana, defense attorney Hank Palmer (Robert Downey Jr.) heads home to Chicago, but is called back when his father (Robert Duvall), the town’s judge, is charged with

murder. Hank sets out to discover the truth and, along the way, discovers shocking family secrets.

Friday, April 15, 2016 “Far from the Madding Crowd”2015 · Rated PG-13 · 1 hour 59 minutes English · Color

In this period drama based on Thomas Hardy’s classic novel, the independent and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak, a sheep

farmer; Frank Troy, a reckless sergeant; and William Boldwood, a prosperous and mature bachelor.



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Friday, April 22, 2016“Haute Cuisine”2012 · Rated PG-13 · 1 hour 35 minutes · French with English Subtitles · Color

Based on real events and lives, this food-rich drama recounts Hortense Laborie’s experiences as personal chef for the president of France.

Friday, April 29, 2016“On My Way”2014 · Not Rated · 1 hour 53 minutes · French with English Subtitles · Color

Prompted by a post-midlife crisis, Bettie goes out for cigarettes and decides to keep on driving, on a quest toward reinvention.

Friday Film Series–continued unday FilmSShow is at 2:30 p.m. in the

Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium. There is no charge for admission.

Join us at the King Library for the annual season kick-off celebration! This special evening event will feature wine tastings and food stations from some of the best local restaurants. New York Times best-selling author Andrew Gross will sign copies of his newest book, “One Mile Under,” and there will be live music and prizes.

As a King Fling guest, you will have first access to shop the King Library book sale before it opens to the public the next day. Enjoy a fun, festive evening where all proceeds benefit the King Library Restoration Project. For tickets visit www.fourarts.org.

King Fling Friday, November 6, 2015 from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

The King Library and the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden $35 per person in advance; $40 at the door

Sunday, March 13, 2016“Beltracchi: The Art of Forgery” 2014 • Not Rated ·1 hour 33 minutes ·German with English Subtitles Color and Black & White

Art aficionados and beginners alike will enjoy this thought-provoking, and surprisingly amusing documentary on the life and times of Wolfgang Beltracchi, a self-taught forger who hoodwinked art dealers and private collectors for more than 40 years. A great artist in his own right, Beltracchi used his skills to forge works by 20th century master painters, including Max Ernst. The larger-than-life personality made millions, and was responsible for

the biggest art forgery scandal of the postwar era.Directed by Arne Birkenstock • Starring Wolfgang Beltracchi, Helene Beltracchi, Henrik Hanstein, James Roundell, Monsieur Ommeslaghe, Madame Ommeslaghe, Sofia Komarova, Niklas Maak, René Allonge, and Henry Keazor.

Book SalesKing Library book sales are free to attend and take place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the following dates throughout the season:

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“The Assassin’s Honor,” by Robert N. MacomberTuesday, December 8, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Robert N. Macomber is an award-winning writer, accomplished seaman and internationally acclaimed lecturer. Macomber tantalizes audiences with factual historic

lore and literary tales, and is best known for his novels in the “Honor Series.” The popular maritime thrillers follow fictional American naval officer Peter Wake who serves in America’s first espionage agency from the Civil War to 1908. The novels illuminate the U.S. Navy’s critical role in the expansion of America from a continental country to a global power.

The Florida Voices series offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue with celebrated voices in Florida history, art and culture. Each program features a presentation by the author, a Q&A with the audience and a book signing with copies available for purchase. The program is open to the public at no charge. For more information visit the King Library, call (561) 655-2766, or email [email protected].

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“Coming Ashore,” by Catherine GildinerThursday, December 10, 2015 at 1:30 p.m.Enjoy the rare opportunity to explore a three-part memoir about a determined girl growing up as a fish-out-of-water. “Too Close to the Falls” describes Gildiner ’s childhood in the 1950s, when divorce is unheard of,

and mothers wear high heels to the beauty salon. In “After the Falls,” Gildiner dives headfirst into the tumultuous new 60s when her family moves after she was thrown out of Catholic school for filling the holy water font with vodka. “Coming Ashore” is Gildiner ’s third memoir that focuses on her life as a student at Oxford, swinging London in the 60s, teaching in Cleveland as it burned in riots and working on her Ph.D.

“Villa Mizner: The House That Changed Palm Beach,” by Richard René SilvinWednesday, October 21, 2015 at 1:30 p.m.Richard René Silvin profiles architect Addison Mizner’s grand Palm Beach estates, and

highlights the extensive efforts to restore and furnish Mizner’s own local dream home. Silvin received a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University and two graduate degrees from Cornell University. He left the business world after surviving cancer, and took up writing.


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“Legendary Locals of West Palm Beach,” by Janet DeVries and Ginger PedersenWednesday, April 27, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.Discover the heroes, businessmen, celebrities, philanthropists and even the villains who have contributed

to the mosaic of West Palm Beach. Learn about the settlers who tamed America’s last frontier and its evolution into a trendy art and cultural epicenter. Historians Janet M. DeVries and Ginger L. Pedersen have authored seven books on Palm Beach County history.

“Ditch of Dreams: The Cross Florida Barge Canal and the Struggle for Florida’s Future,” by Steven Noll and David TegederWednesday, March 23, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.For centuries, people dreamed of cutting a canal across Florida to reduce shipping times and

make the rural state a center of national commerce. Far from being a simplistic morality tale of good environmentalists versus evil developers, the story of the Canal is a complex story of competing interests amid Florida’s changing political landscape.

“Monumental Dreams: The Life and Sculpture of Ann Norton,” by Caroline SeebohmWednesday, February 24, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.For more than 25 years, people have traveled from all over the world to visit the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West

Palm Beach. The gardens provide a rare opportunity to engage Ann Norton’s complete vision and to experience her work in its intended setting. Seebohm is the author of several books and her work has appeared in the New York Times, House & Garden (U.K.) and Vogue.

“Creating Occasions to Remember” with Annie FalkMonday, February 8, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.Annie Falk is the go-to person on lifestyle and entertaining for some of the country’s biggest influencers and socialites. Even the most

seasoned party veteran will find inspiration in her new book, “Hamptons Entertaining,” a follow-up to the wildly successful “Palm Beach Entertaining.” A noted philanthropist, Annie donated all of the net proceeds from the book to the Peconic Baykeeper.

“Zora Neale Hurston’s Final Decade,” by Virginia Lynn MoylanWednesday, January 27, 2016 1:30 p.m.Zora Neale Hurston (“Their Eyes Were Watching God”) is one of the most important black writers in American history. Nevertheless, the last decade of

her life has remained relatively unexplored. Virginia Moylan fills in the details investigating subjects as varied as Hurston’s reporting on the trial of Ruby McCollum to her controversial objections to court-ordered desegregation. Moylan received the 2011 Florida Book Award Silver Medal for nonfiction, and she holds a M.A. in multicultural education.

The King Library is proud to offer best-selling and classic eBooks available 24/7 from the library’s digital collection. Digital titles can be enjoyed on your computer’s web browser, tablets and eReader devices such as the iPad®, NOOK®, and Kindle®. This new service, powered by OverDrive, is available at no charge with your Four Arts library card. To get started, visit www.fourarts.org or visit the King Library to receive your library card number.

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“Destiny: A Novel of Napoleon & Josephine,” by Bertram FieldsTuesday, October 27, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Ian KeanFeared and hated by the crowned heads of Europe, Napoleon rose from daring young general to emperor of France, and fell in love with a beautiful and promiscuous Creole woman. Set against a sweeping background of intrigue, terror and war, this is the story of loyalty, betrayal and tempestuous love.

“The Rosie Project,” by Graeme SimsionTuesday, September 29, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Ian KeanThe art of love is never a science. Meet Don Tillman, a brilliant yet socially inept professor of genetics, who’s decided it’s time he found a wife. In an orderly, evidence-based manner, Don designs the Wife Project: a 16-page, scientifically valid survey to filter out the drinkers, the smokers, the late arrivers.

Meet Rosie, the spontaneous whirlwind that proves, despite your best scientific efforts, you don’t find love, it finds you.

“The Orientalist: Solving the Mystery of a Strange and Dangerous Life,” by Tom ReissTuesday, September 15, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, September 16, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Richard BockA thrilling page-turner of epic proportions, this bestseller tells the true story of a Jew who transformed himself into a Muslim prince in Nazi Germany. Lev Nussimbaum escaped the Russian Revolution in a camel caravan and became a real-life Indiana Jones. Reiss pursued Lev’s story across 10 countries

and found himself caught up in encounters as dramatic as his subject’s life.

The Talk of Kingsook Discussion GroupB Delve into some of the most intriguing and captivating tales in history

and culture. Book discussions are open to the public and held on the second floor of the King Library. There is no charge to attend and reservations are not required. Please arrive with an understanding of the reading and a willingness to participate in engaging conversation. For more information call (561) 655-2766, email [email protected] or visit the King Library.

“A Spy Among Friends: Kim Philby and the Great Betrayal,” by Ben MacintyreTuesday, October 13, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Richard D’EliaKim Philby was the greatest spy in history. He rose to head Britain’s counterintelligence during the Cold War. Nobody knew him better than Nicholas Elliott, Philby’s best friend and fellow officer in MI6. It was madness to think one might be a communist spy, but Philby was secretly betraying his friend, his

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“Killing Patton: The Strange Death of World War II’s Most Audacious General,” by Bill O’ReillyTuesday, November 17, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Richard BockGeneral George S. Patton, Jr. died under mysterious circumstances following the end of World War II. For almost 70 years, there has been suspicion that his death was not an accident. “Killing Patton” takes readers inside the final year of the war and recounts the events surrounding Patton’s tragic demise, revealing the names of the many powerful

individuals who wanted him silenced.

“I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban,” by Malala YousafzaiTuesday, December 1, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, December 2, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Ian Kean“I Am Malala” is the remarkable memoir by the youngest recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. It is a tale of a family uprooted by global terrorism; of the fight for girls’ education; and of brave parents who have a fierce love for their daughter in a society that prizes sons. Malala will make you believe in the power of one person’s voice

to inspire change in the world.

“Everybody Was So Young: Gerald and Sara Murphy: A Lost Generation Love Story,” by Amanda VaillTuesday, December 15, 2015 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Richard BockGerald and Sara Murphy were at the center of the literary scene in Paris in the 1920s, one of the most enchanting eras of all time. Amanda Vaill brilliantly portrays how the Murphys lived, and their fascinating friends. Gerald and Sara inspired kindred creative spirits like Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald.

“Eisenhower: A Life,” by Paul JohnsonTuesday, January 5, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Richard D’EliaCelebrated biographer Paul Johnson offers a fascinating portrait of Dwight D. Eisenhower, focusing on his years as a five-star general and his time as the 34th President. Johnson chronicles Eisenhower’s life from modest childhood to his appointment as Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces during World War II. Much of

Eisenhower’s presidency speaks to American politics today, including his ability to balance the budget and his skill in managing an oppositional Congress.

“Isabella: The Warrior Queen,” by Kirstin DowneyTuesday, January 19, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Ian KeanWhen Christianity was ebbing and the Ottoman Empire was expanding, Isabella was inspired by tales of Joan of Arc. At 23 she defied family to seize control of Castile and León. She ended a 24-generation struggle between Muslims and Christians, she laid the foundation for a unified Spain, sponsored Columbus’s trip to the Indies and negotiated

Spanish control over much of the New World.

“The White Nile,” by Alan MooreheadTuesday, February 2, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Richard BockRelive all the thrills and adventure of Alan Moorehead’s classic bestseller. Capturing in breathtaking prose the larger-than-life personalities of such notable figures as Stanley, Livingstone, Burton and others, “The White Nile” remains a seminal work in tales of discovery and escapade, filled

with incredible historical detail and compelling stories of heroism, adventure and drama.


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“George Marshall: A Biography,” by Debi and Irwin Unger Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Richard D’EliaBased on exhaustive research and filled with rich detail, “George Marshall” is sure to be hailed as the definitive work on one of the most influential figures in American history—the general who ran the U.S. campaign during World War II, the secretary of state who oversaw the successful rebuilding of postwar

Europe and the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.

“Evita, First Lady: A Biography of Evita Perón,” by John BarnesTuesday, March 1, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Ian Kean

Eva Perón was one of the most alluring women of the 20th century. Feminist, monstrous dictator and saint, Evita rose from poverty to become the hypnotically powerful first lady of Argentina. In this riveting biography, John Barnes explores the paradox of this champion of the poor who attacked the

rich and, in the process, made herself the wealthiest woman in the world.

“Dispatches,” by Michael HerrMonday, March 7, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Facilitated by William DavidMichael Herr brought the Vietnam War home in all its uncensored reality. Proclaimed as the greatest book written on any war, “Dispatches” captures the feel of the war, how it differed from any other theater of combat, and the essence of the people who were there. Gathered from years of notes as a front-line

reporter for Esquire, “Dispatches” made it into print as a book in 1977.

“1984,” by George OrwellTuesday, March 15, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Richard BockWhile 1984 has come and gone, George Orwell’s chilling narrative is timelier than ever. No one can deny the power of this novel, its hold on the imaginations of multiple generations of readers, or the resiliency of its admonitions – a legacy that seems only to grow with the passage of time.

“The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry,” by Gabrielle ZevinTuesday, April 5, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Ian KeanA.J. Fikry’s life is not at all what he expected it to be. He lives alone, his bookstore failing and now his prized possession has been stolen. But when a mysterious package appears at the bookstore, it gives Fikry the chance to make his life over and see everything anew.

“American Sniper,” by Chris KyleTuesday, April 19, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Facilitated by Dr. Richard D’EliaFrom 1999 to 2009, U.S. Navy Seal Chris Kyle recorded the most career sniper kills in U.S. military history. His fellow soldiers, called him “The Legend;” meanwhile, the enemy feared him so much they named him al-Shaitan (“the devil”). Kyle writes honestly about the pain of war while his wife, Taya, speaks openly about

the strains of war on their family.

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“All the Light We Cannot See,” by Anthony DoerrWednesday, November 11, 2015 at 1:30 p.m.

Winner of the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for fiction. As the Nazis invade Paris, Marie-Laure and her father flee carrying what might be the Natural History Museum’s most valuable and dangerous jewel. Meanwhile the young orphan Werner, who becomes more aware of the human cost of his intelligence gathering, travels through the heart of the war where their stories converge.

“A Spool of Blue Thread,” by Anne TylerWednesday, December 9, 2015 at 1:30 p.m.

Brimming with the insight and humor that are hallmarks of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Anne Tyler’s work, “A Spool of Blue Thread” tells a poignant yet unsentimental story in praise of family in all its emotional complexity. Shortlisted for the 2015 Women’s Prize for Fiction.

“The Girl on the Train,” by Paula HawkinsWednesday, January 13, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning, and sees the same couple eating breakfast on their deck. Their life – as she sees it – is perfect, until Rachel sees something shocking. Unable to keep it to herself, Rachel goes to the police, but has she done more harm than good?

“Me Before You,” by Jojo MoyesWednesday, February 10, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Louisa takes a badly needed job working for ex-Master of the Universe Will Traynor. Will has always lived a life of big deals and extreme sports, and now he’s pretty sure he cannot live in a wheelchair. Louisa refuses to treat Will with kid gloves, and when she learns that Will has shocking plans, she sets out to show him that life is still worth living.

“Go Set a Watchman,” by Harper LeeWednesday, March 9, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

Set some 20 years after “To Kill a Mockingbird,” Scout returns to Maycomb and struggles with issues both personal and political. Assumed to have been lost, “Go Set a Watchman” was found in late 2014, and casts new light on Harper Lee’s enduring classic. Moving, funny and compelling, it stands as a magnificent novel in its own right.

“Everything I Never Told You,” by Celeste NgWednesday, April 13, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.

When daughter Lydia’s body is found in the local lake, the delicate balancing act that has kept the Lee family together tumbles into chaos and forces them to confront the long-kept secrets that have been slowly pulling them apart. However, the youngest daughter may be the only one who knows the truth.

age Turners

Page Turners is a book discussion group where participants explore popular new titles and modern works of fiction. Discussions are open to the public and held on the second floor of the King Library. There is no charge to attend and reservations are not required. For more information visit the King Library, call (561) 655-2766, or email [email protected] by Brewer Mullins Schoeller


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Bunny Williams, “Creating Stylish Gardens”Thursday, February 18, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Walter S. Gubelmann AuditoriumNo charge • No reservations required Open to the public

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House and Garden DaySunday, March 6, 2016

Boutique opens on the Four Arts mall at 9:30 a.m. Tours are ongoing from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tickets are $125; for additional information please contact The Garden Club of Palm Beach

at (561) 837-6635.

Bunny Williams is a world-renowned garden expert and interior designer who introduces both novice and experienced gardeners to new ways of thinking about style, form, ornament and the look and feel of a garden. Both a trailblazer and tastemaker, Williams’ style is classic, but never predictable. In this special presentation with The Garden Club of Palm Beach, she shares inspiring tips on garden design from her acclaimed book, “On Garden Style,” first published in 1998 and revised and re-released in April 2015 by Abrams. Whether it’s the placement of a wheelbarrow, the texture of a pathway or the types of trees you should think about for your allée, Bunny insists, gardening with style is possible for everyone.

Born in Charlottesville, VA, Bunny Williams has stylish design in her DNA, combining an appreciation for gracious Southern living with her hands-on training at venerable design firms such as Stair & Co. Antiques and Parish Hadley Inc. She challenges audiences to think about styling the rooms of a garden just as you would with the rooms of a home, with character nuance and real personality. Bunny’s approach has garnered her a place in the Interior Design Hall of Fame, a Giants of Design award from House Beautiful, placement on the A list by Elle Decor, and she’s a recipient of the Timeless Design Award from the Royal Oak Society. She was honored with the SCAD Etoile award and a Living Landmarks Award by the New York Landmarks Conservancy. She also received the Design Innovator Award from CT Cottages and Gardens, and was named to the AD 100 list.

There will be a book signing with Bunny Williams after the lecture.

Christmas BoutiqueThursday, December 3, 2015

9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.The Philip Hulitar Sculpture Gardens

and Demonstration Gardens

Get a head start on your holiday shopping. Don’t miss the annual Christmas Boutique for

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Campus on the Lake Lectures

Campus on the Lake is a series of cultural education lectures, workshops, classes and field trips exploring the topics of art, music, literature, drama and the art of living well. Each program features outstanding international and local speakers who pursue varied forms of the arts.

All programs are open to the public, and take place in the Fitz Eugene Dixon Education Building unless otherwise noted. Tickets go on sale Monday, October 5, 2015. Due to limited space, reservations are required. Four Arts members must make advance reservations for all programs, including those where members are admitted at no charge. To learn more or to make reservations, please visit www.fourarts.org, email [email protected] or call (561) 805-8562.

Please note, no refunds for lectures will be permitted. Exchanges or transfers for a lecture ticket of an equal value within a season may be permitted on a case-by-case basis.

“Traditional Interiors,” with Leta Austin FosterMonday, November 30, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts membersBook signing to follow

Leta Austin Foster is among the 20th century’s most influential interior designers, according to House Beautiful magazine. She’ll describe how to create glamorous, comfortable spaces and discuss her latest book, “Traditional Interiors.”

“The Next Great War,” with Richard N. Rosecrance Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members

The debate continues over the causes of World War I, and conversations are turning to the parallels between the present international system and the world of 1914. Will today’s alliances drag countries into tomorrow’s wars? Richard Rosecrance is an esteemed public policy professor who currently serves as adjunct professor at Harvard University, and

senior fellow in the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at the John F. Kennedy School of Government.

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“Between the Tides,” by Susannah MarrenThursday, December 10, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building • No chargeBook signing to follow

Written under the pseudonym of Susannah Marren, “Between the Tides” is the debut novel from well-recognized gender expert Susan Shapiro Barash. She has lectured at the Four Arts on compelling topics such as toxic friendships, mother/daughter relationships and the stages of marriage. Barash has written 13 non-fiction books on women’s issues. She teaches gender studies at Marymount Manhattan College and blogs for The Huffington Post and Psychology Today.

“From Tennessee to Charleston to ‘Charleston’,” with Margaret Bradham ThorntonWednesday, December 2, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No chargeBook signing to follow

Margaret Bradham Thornton will discuss editing the “Notebooks of Tennessee Williams” and how the restoration of an 1818 garden in Charleston, South Carolina informed the writing of her novel “Charleston.”

“The Catastrophe and Triumph of Wagner’s ‘Tannhäuser’,” with Jim HolmanTuesday December 1, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.

Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members or members of the Wagner Society

In 1861, the greatest scandal in music history tarnished Wagner’s “Tannhäuser” at the Paris Opera. After the debacle, Wagner’s revised music provided a historic breakthrough – and transcendent revenge. The Four Arts and The Wagner

Society of Palm Beach invite opera lovers to learn more about this significant moment in music history. A graduate of Princeton and Harvard Universities, Jim Holman is the Chairman of the Wagner Society in Washington, D.C.

Dan Rizzie with Bruce Helander, a cocktail conversationMonday, November 30, 2015 at 6 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No chargeBook signing to follow

Artist and art critic Bruce Helander will moderate an insightful and enjoyable discussion with internationally acclaimed painter and collage artist Dan Rizzie. His new book is considered “one of the best and most beautiful art books of the year, giving Picasso and Braque a serious 21st century run for their money” (The Huffington Post).

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Margaret Bradham Thornton

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LecturesCampus on the Lake

“Stolen Charleston: The Spoils of War,” by J. Grahame LongThursday, January 7, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members Book signing to follow

During both the American Revolution and the Civil War, Charleston was not just a symbolic target but also one of the wealthiest. Once invading forces stormed in, nary a church, business or private home was spared from plundering. Learn more about Charleston’s looted treasures through little-known historic tales with Grahame Long, Chief curator for the Charleston Museum.

“Palm Beach Chic,” a power panel discussion with Jennifer Ash Rudick, Lillian Fanjul Fernandez and Anne Fairfax Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No chargeBook signing to follow

Palm Beach interiors have long reflected the travels, fashions and whimsies of the town’s worldly inhabitants. This all-star design panel leads a photographic tour of the living spaces that make Palm Beach chic, including: newly restored Mediterranean Revival houses by Mizner and Fatio, charming cottages, Moorish casbahs and vintage condos. Be inspired by outdoor living spaces that feature extraordinary gardens, verandas and lakeside pavilions.

“Roosevelt and Stalin: A Complex Partnership,” with Susan ButlerMonday, December 14, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members Book signing to follow

Using previously classified materials, Susan Butler reassesses the relationship between Franklin D. Roosevelt and Joseph Stalin. She’ll describe how the capitalist and communist worlds

joined forces to defeat Hitler, illuminate the real alliance the two men forged, and even reveal what they thought about each other. Susan Butler’s work has been featured in the New York Times, and received such praise as “history owes a debt to Susan Butler for the collection and annotation of these exchanges.” —Arthur Schlesinger, Jr.

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“Wagnerian Love Scenes: Eros or Compassion?” with Jeffrey SwannMonday, January 25, 2016 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members or members of the Wagner Society

Noted pianist Jeffrey Swann will discuss and explore Wagner’s most famous love scenes from Fliegender Holländer, Tannhäuser, Lohengrin, the Ring, Tristan, Meistersinger and Parsifal. Learn more about how music enlivens the characters and scenes.

“Campaign 2016: Analysis and Predictions,” with Robert P. Watson, Ph.D.Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts membersBook signing to follow

Robert Watson returns with another insightful lecture on the keys to winning the White House in 2016 and how experts predict the winners. Watson is an award-winning professor, author of 36 books on U.S. history and politics, and is a frequent commentator on CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, The New York Times, NPR and the BBC. He was also instrumental in Lynn University hosting the final presidential debate of 2012.

“Icons in Style,” a conversation with Iris Apfel and Naeem KhanThursday, January 14, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium$25; no charge for Four Arts members

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear two fashion icons discuss the art of fashion, style and life. At age 93, Iris Apfel is the new face of Kate Spade, but her legacy is rooted as a businesswomen and fashionista. Most recently she was the subject of “Iris” a new documentary by the late Albert Maysles (“Gimme Shelter” and “Grey Gardens”). The film will be screened at the Four Arts on Friday, February 19, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. Naeem Khan is one of the biggest names in New York fashion. Kahn is committed to adorning elegant women in clothes befitting their refinement, and his luxurious collections consist of impeccably cut dresses, sophisticated gowns and chic separates – all embroidered by hand.

Iris Apfel

Naeem Khan

Robert P. Watson

Jeffrey Swann


“Contemplative Remarks on His Work and Teaching,” with Beyer Artist-in-Residence Alexander ShundiWednesday, January 27, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education BuildingNo charge

Join Alexander Shundi for an insightful lecture that explores his 50-year career as an artist. He will discuss his philosophy of teaching, and expound on how he leads students of all levels on a journey of self-discovery that focuses on their subjective interests.

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“Confessions of a Serial Entertainer,” by Steven StolmanThursday, January 28, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts membersBook signing to follow

Steven Stolman’s down-to-earth book features practical pointers for successful entertaining, and such timeless recipes as “That Old Artichoke Dip” and “Wallis Simpson’s Popovers.” Designer, author and observer of all things stylish, Stolman graduated from the Parsons School of Design and served as president of Scalamandre. His books include “Confessions of a Serial Entertainer,” “Scalamandre: Haute Décor” and “40 Years of Fabulous: The Kips Bay Decorator Show House.”

Steven Stolman

“Paris in Paintings,”with Michel Cox Witmer

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No charge

Paris has been a favorite subject in many styles of painting, from 12th century manuscripts, French Renaissance depictions, light Impressionist masterpieces, and even contemporary installations. Join celebrated art historian and lecturer, Michel Cox Witmer on a visual journey of the most beautiful and interesting depictions of Paris.

“The Wynwood Series,” with Lacy Davisson Doyle

Friday, January 29, 2016 at 11 a.m. – Lecture I

Friday, February 12, 2016 – Day trip to Art Wynwood Fair; depart from the Four Arts promptly at 9:30 a.m. and return at approximately 5 p.m.

Friday, March 4, 2016 at 11 a.m. – Lecture II

Dixon Education Building$285 includes both lectures and day trip to Art Wynwood Fair or $60 per lecture

Join Lacy Davisson Doyle as she examines recent trends and artwork by leading contemporary artists. Each session will look at artists within their historical context as well as their influence on other artists. Included in the series is day trip to Miami where participants will view highlights of the Art Wynwood Fair. This is a great opportunity to see works of art fresh from the artists’ studios.

Michel Cox Witmer

Lacy Doyle

“Sicily and the Normans,” with Giuliana Castellani Koch, Ph.D.Monday, February 1, 2016 Multimedia prelude: 5:30 to 6 p.m.Presentation: 6 to 7 p.m. Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $25; no charge for Four Arts members

Delve into the beautiful and rich history of Sicily, and learn more about the magnificent saga of the Normans who became the leaders of a new fusion of Mediterranean cultures which can still be experienced today. Koch holds a Ph.D. from the University of Florence in Italian Literature, and has taught Italian Literature and Language at several U.S. Universities.

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“Putting on Wagner’s Ring Cycle,” with Francesca ZambelloMonday, February 8, 2016 at 6 p.m. Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $25; no charge for Four Arts members or members of the Wagner Society

The artistic director of the Washington National Opera shares how the organization brought Wagner’s 17-hour epic to the stage. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges of a major theatrical production, and how the team created sets,

costumes and found a cast of great singers. Francesca Zambello is an internationally recognized director whose work appears in major theaters and opera houses in Europe and the U.S.

“Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty,” with Sonnet StanfillWednesday, February 10, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Presentation in partnership with the American Friends of the Victoria and Albert MuseumFour Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $25; no charge for Four Arts members

The exhibition “Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty” (March to August 2015) was the largest exhibition of McQueen’s work ever presented and the most ambitious fashion exhibition the Victoria and Albert Museum has ever staged. This talk by V&A fashion curator Sonnet Stanfill will highlight the key objects and elaborate staging within this ground-breaking exhibition. Enhanced by images and film, the presentation will demonstrate that Alexander McQueen was a visionary whose designs challenged traditional perceptions of beauty while maintaining an exceptional level of craftsmanship and technical skill.

“The Bard Redux,” with Richard Digby DayIn honor of the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death, Richard Digby Day brings the bard’s works to life through colorful commentary and literary insight. “Acting Shakespeare” surveys the many actors who have performed iconic roles. “O Sweet Mr. Shakespeare” examines the public opinion of Shakespeare through time.

“Acting Shakespeare” on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 6 p.m.

“O Sweet Mr. Shakespeare” on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $25 per lecture or $40 for both; no charge for Four Arts members

Photo © Anthea Sims

Richard Digby Day“Rising Sea Levels and Resilient Waterfronts,” with Matthew Baird, FAIAThursday, February 4, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members

Matthew Baird discusses how environmental concerns have increasingly informed architectural practices. He will introduce research for the “Rising Currents: Projects for New York’s Waterfront” design workshop and exhibition at The Museum of Modern Art that investigates the impact of climate change and inevitable rising sea levels, and explores design solutions proposed to mitigate its negative effects.

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“Escape: The Heyday of Caribbean Glamour,” by Hermes MalleaWednesday, February 17, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No chargeBook signing to follow

As Gilded Age social codes relaxed into the spontaneity of the jet-set era, acclaimed architects such as Joseph Urban, Oliver Messel and Paul Rudolph created rarefied resorts and private estates in the Caribbean. Hermes Mallea presents a visual history of the region’s architectural beauties, chronicling their transformations from pristine tropical settings to fairy-tale retreats.

Hermes Mallea

“Observing Black History Month through Art,” with Joan Lipton, Ph.D.

Part I: Portrayal of African American Lives and Culture in the 19th Century Monday, February 22, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Part II: The Harlem Renaissance and Prominent African American Artists Monday, February 22, 2016 at 2 p.m.

Part III: Let’s Not Forget Female African American Artists Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

Part IV: Contemporary African American and African Artists Friday, February 26, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

Dixon Education Building $60 for the four-part lecture series or $25 per lecture; no charge for Four Arts members

In a series of four fully illustrated lectures, art historian Joan Lipton, Ph.D., explores paintings and sculpture that survey the black experience in America from the days of slavery to the present.Learn more about the African American artists whose influential works shaped our culture and solidified a place among the greatest artists in American history.

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“Women on Board: Insider Secrets to Getting on a Board and Succeeding as a Director”Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 6 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts membersBook signing to follow

This panel discussion will help prepare you to take a seat at boardroom table and add significant value once you get there. Learn the unspoken “rules” of how a board really gets things done, the art of collaboration and working with management and how to encourage the board to spend more time looking forward. Panelists include: Susan Stautberg is president of PartnerCom Corporation, and is a bridge-builder on a global scale who creates visionary strategic alliances in corporate, entrepreneurial, media, nonprofit and government sectors. Julie Hembrock Daum serves on the board of directors of Spencer Stuart, and consults with corporate boards from the Fortune 10 to pre-IPO companies. She has conducted more than 1,000 board director assignments, recently recruiting for GE, Amazon and Wal-Mart. Sherry Barrat is a director of NextEra Energy, Inc., which is the largest generator of wind and solar power in North America. She also serves as a director of the Prudential Insurance Funds, and the Arthur J. Gallagher & Co, the world’s fourth largest insurance broker.

“British Bling: Brilliant and Bitter,” with Curt DiCamilloThursday, February 25, 2016The British Crown Jewels: 11 a.m.Jewels of Scandal and Desire: 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $25 per lecture or $40 for both; no charge for Four Arts members

In a dazzling two-part lecture, Curt DiCamillo discusses the unparalleled jewels of the British crown, and their role in history as a statement of power, position and wealth. DiCamillo is an authority on the British country house who has taught classes on British culture and art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

“Dr. Albert Schweitzer: The Whole Man,” with John Strasswimmer, Ph.D.Monday, February 22, 2016at 5:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No charge

Learn more about the 1952 Nobel Laureate, who founded the eponymous hospital in Africa 100 years ago. Through Schweitzer’s achievements as a theologian, philosopher and musician, audiences rediscover this great physician and what ultimately drives physicians to serve. This engaging evening of discovery includes musical accompaniment by talented cellist Dane Johansen. Dr. Strasswimmer leads medical missions through the jungles and deserts of the world, and his faculty credits include FAU, UM and Harvard Medical School.

John Strasswimmer

Susan Stautberg Julie Daum Sherry Barrat

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“If These Walls Could Talk,” with designer Richard Keith Langham Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $25; no charge for Four Arts membersBook signing to followIn partnership with the Garden Club of Palm Beach

Join Manhattan decorator Richard Keith Langham as he shares some of his favorite designs from his 20-year career at the forefront of interior design. With a consistent presence on Architectural Digest’s AD 100 and Elle Décor’s A-List, his clients are as diverse and multifaceted as his room designs. (Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, one of Langham’s clients, once compared him to a sorcerer!) Each of his polished and stylish rooms has a story to tell.

“50 Acres: In Zezé’s Garden,” with Paul Lange Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts membersIn partnership with the Garden Club of Palm Beach

In 2006, esteemed artist Paul Lange began photographing a 50-acre garden and farm owned by florist Zezé in the Hudson River Valley. The result was a breathtaking exploration the landscape and the creatures which occupy it. Two subjects in the series, Big Blooms and Fowl Portraits, were in a solo exhibition at the Chicago Botanic Garden in 2015.

“Vissi D’Arte Vissi D’Amore: The Controversial Art and Tragic Life of Maria Callas,” with John J. PohankaMonday, March 7, 2016 from 2 to 4 p.m. Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts members

Maria Callas was one of the greatest singers of the 20th century. Through rare recordings, documentaries and footage, Pohanka traces her dramatic life from the incomparable artist who enthralled audiences to her last days, alone in Paris, heartbroken by Aristotle Onassis. Pohanka is a trustee and past chairman of Washington National Opera, and founding member of the Wagner Society of Washington, D.C., and serves on the Four Arts Board of Trustees.

John J. Pohanka

Richard Langham

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“Rubbing Shoulders,” by Marc RosenThursday, March 31, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building $10; no charge for Four Arts membersBook signing to follow

Enter into the world of glamour and celebrity that Marc Rosen has lived for over 40 years. Married to MGM film legend Arlene Dahl, he has had the opportunity to rub shoulders with the greatest stars of Hollywood’s golden age. Mr. Rosen is a celebrated perfume bottle designer, a topic he explores in his book “Glamour Icons.” He is also a contributing editor at Beauty Packaging Magazine.

“For the Love of Art,” with Cynthia GibbonsThursday, March 24, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No charge

Art consultant and artist Cynthia Gibbons will lead a lively, fast-paced discussion on what it’s like to be an art consultant. She is

the founder of Art Placement International whose roster of clients includes elite museums and public spaces from across the globe.

“The World of Raymond Chandler: In His Own Words,” with Barry Day

Monday, March 21, 2016 at 6 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education Building No chargeBook signing to follow

The closest Raymond Chandler came to writing a memoir or autobiography was in his novels, short stories and letters. In

“The World of Raymond Chandler: In His Own Words” editor Barry Day deftly weaves together Chandler’s writing with the many interviews he gave over the years, resulting in an illuminating narrative that reveals the man, the work, and the worlds he created.

“Psycho-Neuro-Immunology 101; or How I Learned to Stop Killing Myself with Cortisol,” with Nubby Shober, L.Ac., DAOMFriday, March 18, 2016 at 1 p.m.Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $15, no charge for Four Arts members

Join Dr. Shober for an insightful discussion of the emerging revolutionary science of Psycho-Neuro-Immunology and how we can use it to help ourselves and loved ones. Nubby Shober, L.Ac. has spent the past 35 years engaged in the study and practice of evidence-based forms of alternative medicine, including nutrition, prayer, meditation, herbology and oriental internal martial arts. He spent four years as a Theravada Buddhist Monk (dhutanga bhikkhu) in Thai forest monasteries.

Nubby Shober Cynthia Gibbons

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“Eros in Music: A Four-Part Study,” with Maestro Saul LiliensteinEvery age, from the Renaissance to present has found a way to express love through music. Maestro Saul Lilienstein returns to the Four Arts to guide audiences through the magic of Eros as interpreted by the greatest composers of all time. Lilienstein is a highly regarded professor of music, and a familiar voice at the Smithsonian Institution, Johns Hopkins University in Rockville, the Kennedy Center and Washington National Opera.

Part I: Men in TightsMonday, April 4, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Part II: The Love Song of the Romantics Monday, April 4, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

Part III: Opera’s Most Passionate Duets Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 11 a.m.

Part IV: Music and Movement Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $85 for the four-part lecture series or $25 per lecture; no charge for Four Arts members


Saul Lilienstein

“La Bella y Artistica Italia: The Outstanding Italian Painters and Sculptors,” with Joan Lipton, Ph.D. Discover the often-overlooked masterpieces by female Italian artists and the greatest works of Italian art in these illustrated lectures by Joan Lipton, Ph.D.

Part I: Italy’s Remarkable Female Artists Monday, April 11, 2016 at 11 a.m. Part II: Italy’s Treasured Cities of Art Monday, April 11, 2016 at 1 p.m.Part III: Italy’s Treasured Cities of Art (continued) Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Part IV: Michelangelo’s Artistic Legacy Throughout the Centuries – Friday, April 15, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building $60 for the four-part lecture series or $25 per lecture; no charge for Four Arts members

Elisabetta Sirani (Italian, 1638-1665)“Judith with the Head of Holofernes”Oil on canvas, H: 51 x W: 36 1/8 in.Acquired by Henry Walters with the Massarenti Collection, 1902.Image courtesy The Walters Art Museum


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Biggs is a former Yale professor who has taught 25 different courses in English and Theater Studies, and is known for his dynamic teaching style. He has published many articles and directed some 40 plays, a third of them from the English Renaissance. His work includes an essay on “The American Jewishness of Arthur Miller” and a long interview with the playwright. Biggs was born in England, brought up in South Africa, and returned to England as a Rhodes Scholar to take his second degree (in English) at Oxford, where he later taught for two years. He studied acting and for a while performed professionally in Boston. He worked at MIT for 10 years and founded the MIT Shakespeare Ensemble. Now in “semi-retirement,” he leads international, week-long theater seminars for Yale alumni.

Murray Biggs

eyer Artists-in-ResidenceThe Beyer Artist-in-Residence program is generously endowed by Mickey and Larry Beyer. It brings artists from various disciplines to our campus to live, work, teach and interact with patrons of the Four Arts.

Tickets go on sale Monday, October 5, 2015. To learn more or to make reservations, please visit www.fourarts.org, email [email protected] or call (561) 805-8562.

Introducing Murray Biggs

An Introduction to Modern American Drama, with Murray BiggsFrom 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by an informal discussion over box lunchFebruary 17, 18, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29; March 2Dixon Education Building$300 for eight classes, or $50 per lecture. All lectures include a boxed lunch. Reservations required

Murray Biggs offers eight comprehensive lectures on some of the playwrights that defined the field over the past century. A prior understanding of the plays is not needed to participate, and the lectures will be enhanced by film clips where available.

Eugene O’Neill, “Long Day’s Journey into Night” and “A Touch of the Poet”Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Tennessee Williams, “A Streetcar Named Desire” and “Sweet Bird of Youth”Thursday, February 18, 2016

Arthur Miller, “All My Sons” and “Death of a Salesman”Friday, February 19, 2016

August Wilson, “The Piano Lesson” and “Fences”Monday, February 22, 2016

Clifford Odets, “Paradise Lost” and David Mamet, “The Old Neighborhood”Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Lillian Hellman, “Toys in the Attic” and Horton Foote, “The Trip to Bountiful”Friday, February 26, 2016

Alice Childress, “Trouble in Mind” and Sam Shepard, “Buried Child”Monday, February 29, 2016

Edward Albee, “The American Dream” and Christopher Durang, “Miss Witherspoon”Wednesday, March 2, 2016

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The Society of the Four Arts welcomes esteemed painter, sculptor and professor Alexander Shundi. Born in Correggio, Italy, he lived in Parma until his family moved to the U.S. in 1957. He earned a BFA and MFA from Yale University, and went on to study at many prestigious institutions including Brera Academy in Milan and the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris. Shundi has been described as a philosopher, professor, rugged adventurer and an “insanely great artist.” His talent and unique approach has led to distinguished teaching positions at Silvermine College of Art in New Canaan, CT; State University of New York (SUNY Purchase); and Santa Fe International Academy of Art in New Mexico. He is currently professor of art history and drawing at New York Institute of Technology in Manhattan, and conducts intensive advanced painting classes in his studio-residence, a converted 1852 church in Amenia, New York. In addition to a full lecturing schedule, Mr. Shundi has also had hundreds of exhibitions internationally.

Introducing Alexander Shundi

Workshop with artist Alexander ShundiMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.March, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30, April 1Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$450 for nine classes; materials list provided upon registration

Under the guidance of artist Alexander Shundi, participants will explore the human condition through individual development of ideas by discussing the formation of concepts, approaches and materials. Alex will also discuss the various art historical references, as well as form, shape, line, time, space, atmosphere, rhythm and color. The program is designed for students of all artistic levels, regardless of artistic discipline (figure, landscape, abstract, still-life, etc). Students work in a medium that interests them, including oil, acrylic, mixed media, pastels, collage or others. The personalized approach promotes a wide understanding of the function and particularities of different materials, and facilitates choosing a medium that best meets the needs of your idea.

“Contemplative Remarks on His Work and Teaching,” with artist Alexander ShundiWednesday, January 27, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.Four Arts Hall, Dixon Education BuildingNo charge

Join Alexander Shundi for an insightful lecture that explores his 50-year career as an artist, painter and sculptor. He will shed light on his philosophy of teaching, and expound how he accompanies students of all levels on a journey of self-discovery that focuses on their subjective interests. A fundamental part of his teaching has always been not to show students what he does, but help them develop their own spark; to learn to see and not just LOOK.

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W Corkshops &Campus on the Lake

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A Passion for Opera with Ariane Csonka ComstockVisual effects by Gordon Stubbs and Dr. Richard D’EliaMondays from 12 to 1:30 p.m.Session I: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; December 7, 14; January 4, 11, 18Session II: January 25; February 1, 8, 22, 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28; April 4Dixon Education Building$165 per 10-class session

Ariane Csonka Comstock

Campus on the Lake workshops and classes are an educational and cultural resource devoted to fostering creativity through participating in and appreciating the arts. Classes are available for students at all levels of experience, so discover something new or expand your artistic skills.

All programs are open to the public and take place in the Fitz Eugene Dixon Education Building, unless otherwise noted. Tickets go on sale Monday, October 5, 2015. Due to limited space, reservations are required. Four Arts members must make advance reservations for all programs. To learn more or to make reservations, please visit www.fourarts.org, email [email protected] or call (561) 805-8562.

Please note, refunds or exchanges require seven days notice prior to the event. Qualified reimbursements incur a 50 percent administration fee, deducted from the refund. No refunds will be issued with less than seven days notice.

Geniuses Tell Tales with Ariane Csonka ComstockVisual aids by Gordon Stubbs and Dr. Richard D’EliaThursdays from 12 to 1:30 p.m.Session I: November 5, 12, 19; December 3, 10, 17; January 7, 14, 21, 28Session II: February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7Dixon Education Building$165 per 10-class session

Rassika Sabine Bourgi

Wellness Classes with Rassika Sabine BourgiNovember 2, 2015 through May 27, 2016Yin Yoga Mondays from 9 to 10 a.m.Hatha Yoga Wednesdays from 9 to 10 a.m.Ballet Floor Barre Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m.Pilates Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m.

Phillip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Pannill Pavilion (Yoga and Pilates)Dixon Education Building (Ballet Barre)$15 per session; check in at the Dixon Education BuildingParticipants are asked to bringtheir own mats


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Partners in Art Across the Centurieswith Joan Lipton, Ph.D. Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. November 4; December 16; January 6; February 3; March 2; April 6Dixon Education Building$80 for six classes

Partners in Art Across the Centuries 2015 Encore with Joan Lipton, Ph.D. Wednesdays from 2 to 4:15 p.m. November 4; December 16; January 6; February 3; March 2; April 6Dixon Education Building$80 for six classesPlease note that this course is a repeat of Dr. Lipton’s Partners in Art Across the Centuries, Part I from 2015, and will feature richly illustrated slide presentations

Shell Chic Designs with Robin GrubmanDixon Education Building

Holiday CenterpiecesWednesday, November 18, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.$75; all materials included

Topiaries Wednesday, December 2, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $75; all materials included

Ornaments Wednesday, December 9, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $75; all materials included

Mirrors Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $75; all materials included

Sailor’s Valentines Wednesday, February 10, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.$125; all materials included

Frames Wednesday, March 9, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. $75; all materials included

Lucite Cuffs Wednesday, April 13, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.$75; all materials included

Robin Grubman

English History and Literature Class with Juliette de MarcellusFridays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Session I: November 6, 13, 20; December 4, 11, 18; January 8, 15, 22, 29Session II: February 5, 12, 19, 26; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 1, 8Dixon Education Building$165 per 10-class session

How to Listen to Classical Music with Juliette de MarcellusWednesdays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Session I: November 4, 11, 18; December 2, 9, 16; January 6, 13, 20, 27Session II: February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; April 6Dixon Education Building$165 per 10-class session

The Origin and Rise of Islam with Juliette de Marcellus Mondays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8 Dixon Education Building$100 for six classes

Joan Lipton

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K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple Supper) Party with Shelley GubelmannWednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.December 9; January 27; April 6Four Arts Demonstration Kitchen, Dixon Education Building$180 for three classes

Wine Tasting with Roberta SabbanMondays from 6 to 8 p.m.Dixon Education Building$100 for two-part tasting or $75 per tastingFrom Champagne to Port – Monday, December 14, 2015Modern Wines for the Way We Eat Today – Monday, January 18, 2016

Stitch Your Own Baby Birkin-Inspired Handbag with Reed StewartMondays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.January 4, 11, 18, 25; February 1, 8, 22, 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28Dixon Education Building$200 for 12 classes; materials not included

Design and stitch your own Birkin-inspired, six-panel handbag. Final production of your unique bag will be offered for an additional charge.

Fabulous Flowers! with Reed StewartHulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$95 per class; all materials included

Thanksgiving Flowers – Monday, November 23, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Christmas Creation – Monday, December 21, 2015 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Flight Into White – Wednesday, January 20, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Valentine’s Day – Monday, February 8, 2016 from 1 to 3 p.m. March Madness – Wednesday, March 23, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. April Showers – Monday, April 18, 2016 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Hidden Hitler with James PoolTuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.January 5, 19; February 2, 16; March 1, 15Dixon Education Building$150 for six classes

Why Hitler became an Anti-Semite Tuesday, January 5, 2016The Source of Hitler’s Hypnotic Power Tuesday, January 19, 2016Who Financed Hitler? Tuesday, February 2, 2016 Hitler’s Mind and the Occult Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Hitler’s Partners Profit from the Holocaust Tuesday, March 1, 2016Hitler’s Secret War Strategy Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Shelley Gubelmann

James Pool

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Shakespeare’s Bad Girls with PBAU professors Susan Jones, Ph.D. and Beate Rodewald, Ph.D.Thursdays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.January 7, 14, 21, 28; February 4, 11, 18, 25Dixon Education Building$150 for eight classes

Navigating your Mac with John J. LopinotWednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 1 to 4 p.m.January 6, 7 and 8

Dixon Education Building$425 for three classes; materials list provided upon registrationLimited to eight participants Please note, Apple laptops only.

Bring Your Sketchbook with Barbara BellinWednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.January 6, 13, 20, 27Sketch on location in Palm Beach.$300 for four classes; all materials included

Workshops &ClassesCampus on the Lake

Susan Jones and Beate Rodewald

Intermediate/Advanced Bridge with Sterling Odom This class is recommended for those with three or more years of playing experience.

Thursdays from 4:15 to 6 p.m.Session I: January 7, 14, 21, 28; February 4Session II: February 18, 25; March 3, 10, 17Dixon Education Building$200 per five-class session; all materials included

Advanced Beginners Bridge with Bill GreenspanFridays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.Session I: January 8, 15, 22, 29; February 5Session II: February 12, 19, 26; March 4, 11Dixon Education Building$200 per five-class session; all materials included

Discovering More Vivaldi with Susan Orlando January 11, 13, 15Dixon Education Building$150 for four classes

Instrumental Music – Monday, January 11, 2016 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Sacred Music – Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Operas – Friday, January 15, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Sterling Odom

Bill Greenspan

Susan Orlando

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Magic of En Plein Air with Hugh O’NeillMondays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.January 18, 25; February 1, 8Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden$350 for four classes; materials list provided upon registration

How to Create Better Paintings with Hugh O’NeillMondays from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.January 18, 25; February 1, 8Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$350 for four classes; materials list provided upon registration

Screenplay Writing: I’ve got a great idea for a screenplay but… with Judd CherryWednesday and Fridaysfrom 2 to 4 p.m.January 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29; February 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26; March 2, 4Dixon Education Building$480 for 16 classes

Intro to Filmmaking with Judd CherryThursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.January 14, 21, 28; February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3Dixon Education Building$480 for eight classes

Shawn Patrick Brett

Judd Cherry

Hugh O’Neill

The Digital Camera for Point and Shoot Photographers with John J. LopinotJanuary 13, 14, 15Dixon Education Building$425 for three classes; materials list provided upon registrationLimited to eight participants

Classroom Session – Wednesday, January 13, 2016 from 12 to 4 p.m.Sunrise Field Trip to Lake Worth Beach – Thursday, January 14, 2016 from sunrise to 9:30 a.m. (off campus)Classroom Review – Friday, January 15, 2016 from 12 to 4 p.m.

A Culinary Adventure with Chef Shawn Patrick BrettMondays from 6 to 8 p.m.Session I: January 11, 25; February 8, 22Session II: March 7, 21; April 4, 18Four Arts Demonstration Kitchen, Dixon Education Building$385 for four classes; includes three-course meal with wine


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Organizing and Editing Your Photos Using Apple’s Photos App with John J. LopinotWednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12 to 4 p.m.February 10, 11 and 12Dixon Education Building$425 for three classesLimited to eight participants

Paint Your House with a Small Brush with Barbara BellinThursdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3, 10 Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$350 for six classes; all materials included

Expand Your Creativity in Watercolor with Elizabeth HorowitzWednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 2, 9 Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$315 for six classes; includes lunchMaterials list provided upon registration


Kevin Byrne

Interior Design Workshop with Kevin ByrneFridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$275 per three-day workshop

Designing with Fabrics – January 29; February 5 and 12 Designing Your Interiors – March 4, 11 and 18

The Digital Camera for Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) Photographers with John J. LopinotJanuary 20, 21, 22 Dixon Education Building$425 for three classes; does not include cost of South Florida Fair entrance and parking feeMaterials list provided upon registrationLimited to eight participants

Classroom Session Wednesday, January 20, 2016 from 12 to 4 p.m.

Field Trip to the South Florida Fair Thursday, January 21, 2016 from 4 to 8 p.m. (off campus)

Classroom Review Friday, January 22, 2016 from 12 to 4 p.m.

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The Art of Bird Photography with John J. LopinotFebruary 17, 24, 25, 26Dixon Education Building$500 for four classes; materials list provided upon registrationLimited to eight participants

Classroom Session Wednesday, February 17, 2016 from 9 to 11:30 a.m.Sunrise Field Trip to Wakodahatchee Wetlands Wednesday, February 24, 2016 from 6 to 9 a.m. (off campus)Sunset Field Trip to Green Cay Wetlands Thursday, February 25, 2016 from 3 to 6 p.m. (off campus)Classroom Review – Friday, February 26, 2016 from 12 to 4 p.m.

iPhoneography with John J. LopinotWednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 12 to 4 p.m.March 2, 3 and 4Dixon Education Building$425 for three classes; materials list provided upon registrationLimited to eight participants Please note: iPhone users only

Creative Photography WOW! with John J. LopinotFebruary 17, 18, 19Dixon Education Building$425 for three classes; does not include additional parking and admission feesMaterials list provided upon registrationLimited to eight participants

Field Trip to Royal Palm Beach Pines Wednesday, February 17, 2016 from 1 to 5 p.m. (off campus)Field Trip to West Palm Beach Thursday, February 18, 2016 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. (off campus)Classroom Review Friday, February 19, 2016 from 12 to 4 p.m.

Wine Appreciation with Athena YannitsasMondays from 5:30 to 7 p.m.February 29, March 14 and April 11Dixon Education Building$45 per class

Que Syrah, Syrah Monday, February 29, 2016

Do You Speak Vino? Wines from Spanish-Speaking Countries Monday, March 14, 2016 Six White Wines to Drink Instead of Pinot Grigio Monday, April 11, 2016

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Egg Tempera Painting and Gilding with Suzanne Scherer and Pavel OuporovMondays from 1 to 4 p.m.April 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16 Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$325 for six classes; all materials included

The Making of Paris: From a Fishing Village to the City of Light with Russell KelleyThursdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.April 7, 14, 21 and 28Dixon Education Building$150 for four classes

The Gallo-Roman Period through the Middle Ages (52 BC – 1515) Thursday, April 7, 2016

Francis I through the Bourbons (1515-1791) Thursday, April 14, 2016The Revolution and Napoleon I through Napoleon III (1789-1870) Thursday, April 21, 2016The Third Republic through the Present (1870-Present) Thursday, April 28, 2016

Feeling Your Frankenthaler with Liz Segall and Lacy Davisson DoyleMonday, Wednesday and FridayApril 4, 6 and 8

Lecture from 10 to 11 a.m.Henry Forum, Dixon Education Building

Studio Art Course from 12 to 4 p.m.Hulitar Art Studio, Dixon Education Building$350 for three classes; includes materials, lunch and lecture

Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Workshop and Theme Lunch with Nubby Shober, L.Ac., DAOMWednesday, March 16, 2016from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Henry Forum Room, Dixon Education Building$60; includes workshop and lunch

Your Memoir: Writing Your Legacy with Myles LudwigThursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; April 7Dixon Education Building$200 for six classes


Russell Kelley

Suzanne Scherer and Pavel Ouporov

Liz Segall

Lacy Doyle

Nubby Shober

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Modern Miami: Art Basel Satellite Fairs with Lacy Davisson DoyleThursday, December 3, 2015Depart from the Four Arts promptly at 9:30 a.m.Return at approximately 5 p.m.$165; includes transportation, tour and luncheon

Art Basel Miami Beach 2015Friday, December 4, 2015 Depart from the Four Arts promptly at 10:30 a.m.Return at approximately 5 p.m.$100; includes transportation, ticket, boxed lunch and tour

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Exploring Antique Row with Kevin ByrneWednesday, March 9, 2016Depart from the Four Arts promptly at 10:30 a.m.Return at approximately 4 p.m.$100; includes transportation, tour and lunch Guests are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure

Miami Design: The Wolfsonian & The Design District with Kevin ByrneFriday, February 26, 2016Depart from the Four Arts promptly at 9:30 a.m.Return at approximately 5 p.m.$165; includes transportation, ticket and lunchGuests are asked to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure

All programs are open to the public, and tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets go on sale Monday, October 5, 2015. Due to limited space, reservations are required for all Campus on the Go Field Trips. Four Arts members must make advance reservations for all programs. Participants should arrive at the Fitz Eugene Dixon Education Building north parking lot 15 minutes prior to departure for check-in. To learn more or to make reservations, please visit www.fourarts.org, email [email protected] or call (561) 805-8562.

Please note, refunds or exchanges require seven days notice prior to the event. Qualified reimbursements incur a 50 percent administrative fee, deducted from the refund. No refunds will be issued with less than seven days notice.


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hildren’s LibraryCThe The Children’s Library is located on the second floor of the John E. Rovensky Building. Children are invited to borrow books, use computers and enjoy special event programs at no charge. Children of all ages, newborn through 17, must always be chaperoned by an adult while in the Children’s Library. Likewise, all adults must be accompanied by a child. Hands-on learning experiences for children in grades Kindergarten and higher are offered during the season, November through April, on select weekdays. Space is limited and reservations are required for all school-age programs. See page 64 for details. As part of our commitment to community outreach, the Four Arts offers free field trips, story times and programs that can be customized for your school, children’s group or organization. For more information, contact the Children’s Library at (561) 655-2776.

Special Family Event

Welcome Back Open House and Story Time

Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

THE FOUR ARTSThe Children’s Library is open for season! This season kick-off party is for families with children of all ages. Tour the library, browse library resources and join in a special story time. Afterwards enjoy a fun, hands-on arts and crafts activity. The open house is a great opportunity to meet the staff, enjoy refreshments and learn all about upcoming children’s programs.


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CLOSED – Columbus Day HolidayMonday, October 12, 2015

Community HelpersThursday, October 15, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

National Pizza MonthMonday, October 19, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Bats and OwlsThursday, October 22, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

MonstersMonday, October 26, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Trick-or-TreatThursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.Story time will take place in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden followed by trick-or-treating for children ages 4 and younger. Don’t forget to dress up in a costume and bring a bag for candy and toys. There will be no arts and crafts activity on this day.

NOVEMBER

Autumn ColorsMonday, November 2, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Apple DayThursday, November 5, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Fall DayMonday, November 9, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Bear DayThursday, November 12, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Mickey Mouse’s BirthdayMonday, November 16, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Native American DayThursday, November 19, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

ThanksgivingMonday, November 23, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

CLOSED – Thanksgiving HolidayThursday, November 26, 2015

Camping DayMonday, November 30, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Preschool and Family Story Times

All Children’s Library story times are thematic. All literature read, songs shared, rhymes and crafts

will address the program’s educational theme.

Preschool Story Time4 years of age and younger

October through AprilMondays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.An arts and crafts activity will follow

unless otherwise noted.

OCTOBER

Learn about fire prevention, see fire trucks and meet the crew of the Palm Beach Fire Rescue. There will be no arts and crafts activity on this day.

Fire Prevention DayThursday, October 8, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.


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CLOSED – Christmas Eve Holiday Thursday, December 24, 2015

NO PROGRAM; CHILDREN’S LIBRARY OPENMonday, December 28, 2015

CLOSED – New Year’s Holiday Thursday, December 31, 2015

JANUARY

Baby DayMonday, January 4, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Nursery RhymesThursday, January 7, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Snowman DayMonday, January 11, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Winter AnimalsThursday, January 14, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Winnie the Pooh DayMonday, January 18, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

“Me” DayThursday, January 21, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Colors Monday, January 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Caroling DayThursday, December 3, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.Get into the holiday spirit with a special story time, and then spread good cheer around the Four Arts campus with organized caroling. Preschoolers will perform songs they have practiced during story time to the Garden Club of Palm Beach in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Pannill Pavilion. Families are invited to wear a favorite holiday outfit. Please arrive at the Children’s Library by 10:30 a.m.

Merry Christmas Monday, December 21, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.Don’t miss the annual Christmas celebration! Preschoolers will be inspired with classic holiday literature and fun Christmas carols. During arts and crafts, participants will create a magical “holiday” snack.

Happy Hanukkah Monday, December 7, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Cocoa DayThursday, December 10, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Gift DayMonday, December 14, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

Reindeer DayThursday, December 17, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

DECEMBER

Frozen Pond DayThursday, January 28, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.After story time, preschoolers will have a chance to skate on “frozen ponds” in the library. Please be sure to bring a pair of socks!


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Dr. Seuss DayThursday, March 3, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

MARCH

Circus DayMonday, March 7, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Valentine’s DayThursday, February 11, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Join us after story time for a special arts and crafts activity. Preschoolers will create a Valentine’s mailbox, and then have a valentine exchange party. Please bring valentines to share with all of your story time friends. Refreshments will be served at the “Cupid Café.”

FEBRUARY

Groundhog DayMonday, February 1, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Cats and DogsThursday, February 4, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Chinese New YearMonday, February 8, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Celebrate World Read Aloud Day (WRAD)Monday, February 29, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

CLOSED – President’s Day HolidayMonday, February 15, 2016

Dinosaur DayThursday, February 18, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Construction DayMonday, February 22, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Transportation DayThursday, February 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.


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Celebrate spring during a special story time with children’s author Robert L. Forbes in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Pannill Pavilion. Afterward, children age 4 and younger are invited to hunt for thousands of eggs in the sculpture garden. Be sure to bring a basket! As in previous years, due to the popularity of this event, children will be instructed on the maximum number of eggs they may collect. This allows all children (walkers, runners, crawlers and the littlest babies) to participate in the program. Following the egg hunt, families have the opportunity to meet Mr. Forbes and purchase signed copies of his books. The Children’s Library would like to thank Boy Scout Troop 141 for volunteering to hide the Easter eggs.

Pig DayMonday, March 14, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Monkey DayThursday, March 17, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Bunny DayMonday, March 21, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Learn about the wonderful world of animals with the Children’s Library and our guest presenter, Critter Caravan. Preschoolers will enjoy a mini-farm with pigs, chickens, goats, bunnies, and more!Afterwards, children learn how to grow a garden with guest presenter, Growums®! With the help of fun characters, Growums® introduces children to healthy food, promotes agriculture awareness, teaches nurturing skills and helps create a greener world. The program takes place in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Gardens and Pannill Pavilion.

Peter Cottontail Day and Egg Hunt with author Robert L. Forbes Thursday, March 24, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Note, there will be no arts and crafts activity on this day. In the event of rain this program will be canceled. No buses permitted.

Author Robert L. Forbes

American Farmer Day with Critter Caravan and Growums®

Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Note, there will be no arts and crafts activity on this day. In the event of rain this program will be canceled. No buses permitted.

Pond DayMonday, March 28, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Beach DayThursday, March 31, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.


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Garden Day with the Garden Club of Palm BeachThursday, April 14, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.Come and enjoy Garden Day in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Pannill Pavilion. Listen to story time and sing songs while surrounded by the beauty of the Four Arts gardens. After story time, families are invited to take a garden tour with members of the Garden Club of Palm Beach. Arts and crafts will follow in the Pannill Pavilion. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn about growing food and gardening with a special presentation by Growums®.

APRIL

Flower DayMonday, April 4, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Bird DayThursday, April 7, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Caterpillar to ButterflyMonday, April 11, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Pirate Day - End of Season PartyThursday, April 28, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.Ahoy, me hearties! Avast ye plans and join us for the annual preschool pirate party to celebrate the end of the 2015-2016 season. Young buccaneers, grab your pirate garb and join us for a fun-filled story time. Pirate booty and refreshments will be served after story time!

Rain DayMonday, April 18, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Earth DayThursday, April 21, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

PJ DayMonday, April 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Palm Beach Symphony presents “Peter and the Wolf” with Ballet Palm BeachAt The Society of the Four Arts Friday, November 13, 2015 at 10:15 a.m. or 11:45 a.m.Experience Sergei Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf,” one of the most internationally recognized pieces of children’s music. Dancers from Palm Beach Ballet, a narrator, and the orchestra bring the characters to life as students learn about the different instruments in the orchestra. The concert helps students develop an appreciation of live music and dance as it’s performed at the highest level by professional artists. No charge to attend. Reservations required.

Palm Beach Symphony

School Field TripsReservations required


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Happy Valentine’s Day! Join us after story time for a special arts and crafts activity. Preschoolers will create a Valentine’s mailbox, and then have a valentine exchange party. Pease bring valentines to share with all your story time friends. Refreshments will be served at the “Cupid Café.”

FEBRUARY

Mo Willems’ BirthdaySaturday, February 6, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

MARCH

Bug DaySaturday, March 5, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. Kite DaySaturday, March 12, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Happy Valentine’s DaySaturday, February 13, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

APRIL

Teddy Bear PicnicSaturday, April 2, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.Please bring a teddy bear, or other loveable stuffed friend, to the picnic. The program takes place in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Pannill Pavilion.

Zoo DaySaturday, April 9, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Pirate Day - End of Season PartySaturday, April 30, 2016 10:30 a.m.

Family Story Time8 years of age and younger

Select Saturdays at 10:30 a.m.November through April

NOVEMBER

Thanksgiving Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

DECEMBER

Gingerbread DaySaturday, December 12, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

HolidaysSaturday, December 19, 2015 at 10:30 a.m.

JANUARY

ABC DaySaturday, January 9, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Numbers DaySaturday, January 16, 2016 at 10:30 a.m.

Ahoy, me hearties! Avast ye plans and join us for the annual pirate party to celebrate the end of the 2015-2016 Season. Young buccaneers, grab your garb and join us for a fun-filled story time. Pirate booty and refreshments will be served after story time!


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Summer Family Story TimesWednesdays and Thursdays in June and July at 10:30 a.m.Family Story Times are thematic, and all books, songs and rhymes will address the program’s educational themes. No arts and crafts are offered during the summer months.

Summer Family Days Monday through Friday in June and July from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Monday, January 11, 2016 from 3 to 4 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Monday, December 7, 2015 at 9 a.m.

Monday, February 8, 2016 from 3 to 4 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Monday, January 11, 2016 at 9 a.m.

Friday, November 6, 20152:30 to 3:30 p.m.3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Friday, October 2, 2015 at 9 a.m.

Friday, December 4, 20152:30 to 3:30 p.m.3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Friday, November 6, 2015 at 9 a.m.

Friday, January 8, 20162:30 to 3:30 p.m.3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Friday, December 4, 2015 at 9 a.m.

The Children’s Library offers a monthly cooking class and floral design class on select weekdays for school-age children in Kindergarten and up. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited

and reservations are required. To RSVP please call the Children’s Library at (561) 655-2776. Please visit www.fourarts.org for more information.

Friday, February 5, 20162:30 to 3:30 p.m.3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Friday, January 8, 2016 at 9 a.m.

Friday, March 11, 20162:30 to 3:30 p.m.3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Friday, February 5, 2016 at 9 a.m.

Friday, April 1, 20162:30 to 3:30 p.m.3:30 to 4:30 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Friday, March 11, 2016 at 9 a.m.

Fun Chefs

Floral DesignMonday, March 14, 2016 from 3 to 4 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Monday, February 8, 2016 at 9 a.m.

Monday, April 4, 2016 from 3 to 4 p.m.Reservations accepted beginning Monday, March 14, 2016 at 9 a.m.

School-Age Programs

For summer program information, please visit www.fourarts.org or sign up for the our newsletter.


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StaffDavid W. Breneman, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive OfficerChris Lesick, Executive Secretary

Nancy Mato, Executive Vice President and CuratorHeidi Roth, Executive Administrative Assistant

Ron Minnicks, Director of Facilities ManagementDaniel Williams, Senior Assistant, Facilities ManagementDiosmel Portales, Assistant, Facilities ManagementBob Letendre, Assistant, Facilities Management

Kathy Mardambek, CPA, Director of Finance and Administration

Debra Watson, Director of Patron and Accounting ServicesDonna Sprunger, Senior Associate, Patron and Accounting ServicesTricia Laimo, Administrative Assistant, Patron ServicesConnie Roma, Administrative ReceptionistHeather Hicks, Box Office Receptionist/POS CoordinatorJeanne Calamore, Box Office ReceptionistLiliana Cordova, Box Office ReceptionistLucy Cruz, Box Office ReceptionistNita Dahl, Box Office ReceptionistAshlee Hodges, Box Office ReceptionistJuliana Jayne-Kleijn, Box Office Receptionist

Rachel Schipper, Ph.D., MLS, Director of LibrariesBetse Gori, MLS, Librarian, King LibraryPhil O’Connell, Senior Associate, King Library Circulation and AcquisitionsAmanda Kiernan, King Library AssociateGraham Brunk, Digital Technology AssociateSusan Harris, MLS, Head Children’s LibrarianSamantha Merigold, MLIS, Children’s LibrarianMelissa Rubin, Children’s Library Assistant

Molly Charland, Director of EducationDonamarie Vallee, Senior Associate of EducationStephanie Grant, Administrative Assistant

Katie Edwards, Director of Communications and DevelopmentLindsey White, Senior Associate of Development and Special EventsAmanda Wilson, Senior Associate of CommunicationsTiffany Bachmann, Communications and Development CoordinatorLauren Stevens, Administrative Assistant, Communications and Development

Phillip Barnes, Director of Staging and Technical ServicesBen Irene, Senior Associate, Technical ServicesElvio Salazar, Assistant, Technical Services

Arts Programming

Buildings and Grounds

Finance and Administration

Patron Services

Libraries

Education

Communications and Development

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Mrs. John W. AnnanMrs. Merrilyn BardesMrs. Diana Barrett and Mr. Robert VilaMr. and Mrs. Lawrence BeyerMr. and Mrs. Curtis L. BlakeMrs. Ellen Hassenfeld BlockDr. David W. BrenemanMrs. W. Dale BrougherAmb. & Mrs. W.L. Lyons BrownMr. and Mrs. George CohonMr. and Mrs. Denis P. Coleman, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. Marvin H. DavidsonMrs. J. Simpson Dean, Jr.Mrs. Fitz Eugene Dixon, Jr.Mrs. John R. DonnellMr. and Mrs. Robert G. DonnelleyMrs. Edith B. EglinAmb. & Mrs. Edward E. ElsonMr. and Mrs. Joseph P. FlanaganMr. and Mrs. Robert L. ForbesMr. and Mrs. Peter N. GeislerMr. Peter N. Geisler, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. William S. GubelmannDr. and Mrs. Randolph H. GuthrieMr. and Mrs. Thomas E. HassenMs. Heather HenryMr. and Mrs. Patrick HenryMrs. Louis O. HiltonMr. and Mrs. Barry HoytMrs. Page Lee Hufty Mr. and Mrs. Sam HuntMr. and Mrs. Charles B. JohnsonMr. and Mrs. John D. KochMr. Leonard A. LauderAmb. & Mrs. Howard H. LeachMr. and Mrs. J. Peter LyonsMr. and Mrs. Lance D. MahaneyMr. and Mrs. William H. Mann Mr. and Mrs. Robin B. MartinMr. and Mrs. George G. Matthews

Mr. and Mrs. William M. MatthewsMr. and Mrs. Gilbert C. MaurerMrs. Talbott MaxeyMr. and Mrs. John J. McAtee, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Henry P. McIntosh IVMr. and Mrs. Leverett S. MillerMr. Ambrose K. MonellMr. and Mrs. Dudley L. Moore, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. David Hubbard

MorrishMrs. Mary M. MorseMr. and Mrs. John A. NyheimMr. David OberMiss Clare O’KeeffeMrs. William G. PannillMr. and Mrs. Nicholas PapanicolaouMr. and Mrs. John J. PohankaMr. Thomas C. QuickMr. Oliver Harrison QuinnMrs. Wiley R. ReynoldsMr. and Mrs. David B. Robb, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Rogers Mr. and Mrs. John B. RogersHon. & Mrs. Philip E. RuppeMr. and Mrs. David H. ScaffMr. and Mrs. John H. SchulerHon. Lesly S. SmithMr. and Mrs. William SoterMrs. Robert L. Sterling, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. William H. Told, Jr.Mrs. Meredith Townsend Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Wood ADVISORY TRUSTEE: Mr. and Mrs. William C. Lickle

TRUSTEE EMERITUS:Mrs. Philip HulitarMr. and Mrs. William I. KochMr. and Mrs. William R. Wister, Jr.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:Mr. Patrick Henry, ChairmanDr. David W. Breneman, PresidentMrs. W. Dale Brougher, Vice Chairman Amb. Edward E. Elson, Vice ChairmanMr. William S. Gubelmann, SecretaryMrs. Thomas E. HassenMr. Barry Hoyt, Vice ChairmanMr. Lance D. MahaneyMr. George MatthewsMr. John J. McAtee, Jr., Vice ChairmanMr. Henry P. McIntosh IVMr. David B. Robb, Jr.Mr. David H. Scaff, Vice Chairman/ Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Hon. Lesly S. Smith

BThe Society of the Four Arts

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Stage

A 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 A

107 105 103 101 B 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 B 102 104 106

109 107 105 103 101 C 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 C 102 104 106 108 110

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 D 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 D 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 E 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 E 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 F 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 F 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 G 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 G 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 H 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 H 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 J 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 J 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

113 111 109 107 105 103 101 K 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 K 102 104 106 108 110 112 114

H 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 L 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 L 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 H

J 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 M 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 M 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 J

K 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 N 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 N 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 K

L 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 P 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 P 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 L

M 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 Q 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Q 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 M

N 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 R 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 R 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 N

P 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 S 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 S 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 P

Q 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 T 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 T 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 Q

R 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 U 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 U 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 R

S 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 V 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 V 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 S

T 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 W 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 W 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 T

U 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 X 12 11 10 Sound Booth 3 2 1 X 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 U

V 209 207 205 203 201 113 111 109 107 105 103 101 Y Y 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 202 204 206 208 210 V

W 209 207 205 203 201 Left Back of Auditorium Right 202 204 206 208 210 W

X 209 207 205 203 201 202 204 206 208 210 X

Y 207 205 203 201 202 204 206 208 Y

Elevated Left Elevated Right

Grey Shaded Seats Represent Obstructed Views

Yellow Shaded Seats Represent Partially Obstructed Views

Seating Chart for The Walter S. Gubelmann Auditorium

How to Order:Concert tickets: (561) 655-7226Telecast tickets: (561) 655-7226

Campus on the Lake: (561) 805-8562, [email protected] other tickets are sold at the door. Visit www.fourarts.org for online purchases or for more information.


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2 Four Arts PlazaPalm Beach, Florida 33480

www.fourarts.orgEmail: [email protected]

Administrative Offices (561) 655-7227

Box Office (561) 655-7226

Campus on the Lake (561) 805-8562

Children’s Library (561) 655-2776

King Library (561) 655-2766

Administration Fax (561) 655-7233

Campus on the Lake Fax (561) 805-8568

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