Woman’s Forum
Art Events
Museum of North Texas History
November 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
730 Indiana
940-322-7628
Price: Free
https://www.museumofnorthtexashistory.org/exhibits-events.html
Christmas Exhibit - November 19 – Dec 30
Join the Museum of North Texas History for this magical holiday exhibit featuring model trains
plus toys of Christmas' past through the decades.
Main Exhibit - The exhibit runs through the rest of 2016
Politicians, Poll Boxes, and Public Servants: Participating in Politics
 What better time to have an exhibit like this?
 The exhibit has campaign artifacts, old voting equipment, and multimedia elements on
protest songs and the Presidential "campaign" of comedian Pat Paulsen in 1968.
 There is also a great deal of information on how we can all participate in the political
process and government.
 No exhibit of this type would be complete with political cartoons, and we have plenty.
Current featured exhibits:
Doll Exhibit
Women in WW II
Vietnam War: The American Experience
Do Re ME!: Instruments, Us and History
Were They Simpler Times? A Hundred Years of Chores
Kemp Center for the Arts Exhibits
November
Kemp Center for the Arts
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Free
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/current_exhibits/
Northlight – October 28 – January 9, 2017 - Wichita Falls Art Association Group Show
Galleria At the Forum - Now - November 23 - Kathryn Leitner: An Exhibition of Drawings and
Paintings: Kathryn Leitner is the 2016 Cowboy True Featured Artist, having been chosen by the judges
at the 2015 Cowboy True event. We’re pleased to offer this exhibition of her work, including a number
of numbered limited-edition fine art prints of her pencil drawings and paintings.
“Poets, Painters, and Paper Public Workshop”
Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU
Now through Nov. 5,
Tuesday – Friday 10:00pm - 5:00pm
Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU
2 Eureka Circle
Price: Free
Point of Contact: 940-397-8900
http://www.wfmamsu.org/exhibitions/current-upcoming-exhibitions/poets-painters-paper/
“Poets, Painters, and Paper” explores the American printmaking renaissance of the 1960s-1970s
by bringing together broadsides and prints from poets and artists as diverse as William Everson, LeRoi
Jones, Lee Krasner, and Andy Warhol. Although Stanley Hayter relocated his famous studio, Atelier 17,
from Paris to New York in 1940, it was not until the late 1950s and early 1960s when United Limited
Arts Editions and Tamarind Lithography Workshop, as well small publishers like City Lights Books and
Oyez Press, opened their doors that artists and poets found the collaborative and creative atmosphere
needed to produce a more accessible, affordable, and democratic form of artistic expression.
The artworks presented in “Poets, Painters, and Paper” are the products of a turbulent social and
political time in America—a time rife with racial and gender inequality, growing anti-war sentiment, and,
hovering over it all like a mushroom cloud, the constant threat of nuclear annihilation. For avant-garde
artists and poets alike, this was a time for breaking down the rigid barriers between high and low art, a
time for collaborative imagination, and thus a time to break down the myth of the solitary (and hypermasculine) artist-genius as perpetuated by images of Jackson Pollock in the popular press. It was also a
time of creative cross-over, when the relationships between text and image were once again ardently
explored with the fervor of earlier Modernist experimentation.
MSU Continuing Ed
Wreath Making
Nov. 3, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
MSU Clark Student Center 171, Cheyenne
Price: $40.00
Point of Contact: Lorraine Parmer, 940-397-4307, [email protected]
http://www.mwsu.edu/conted/courses/Wreath-Making
Bring your friends and join us for a different themed wreath making project every month. Classes
will be held 9/8, 10/6, and 11/3. You will make a “one of a kind” wreath to adorn your home, or give as a
gift to that special friend. All supplies are included.
MSU Percussion Ensemble
Nov. 3, 7:00pm
Akin Auditorium
MSU
Price: Free
Point of Contact: Dr. Gordon Hicken
https://calendar.mwsu.edu/event/concert-msu-percussion-ensemble-1/
The Department of Music will present the Percussion Ensemble.
Kaye Franklin Workshop
Nov. 4, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Kemp Center for the Arts
1300 Lamar
Price: $66
Point of Contact: Christine Heidebrecht (940) 767-2787
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/kaye-franklin-workshop/2016-11-04/
Join noted Graham artist Kaye Franklin for her instructional class for intermediate to advanced
level oil /acrylic or pastel art. Kaye chooses a different subject matter for each of her workshops:
landscape, still life, etc. The class will begin with a two-hour instruction intensive demonstration of the
selected work for the class. Class will break for lunch (on your own) then return for an afternoon of
student painting under Kaye's guidance. Students may elect to paint the morning project demonstrated by
Kaye or to bring along a studio project in progress.
Class subject matter to be announced, check website for updates.
Moby Dick
Nov. 4 6:30 pm - 09:00 pm
Kay Yeager Coliseum
1000 5th Street
Price: Free
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/writing-workshop-dazzling-dialogue/
The Dallas Opera, in partnership with The Priddy Foundation, presents Jake Heggie and Gene
Scheer’s Moby-Dick, simulcast live from the Winspear Opera House in Downtown Dallas to the Kay
Yeager Coliseum on Friday, November 4, 2016.
The action begins at 6:30pm, co-hosted by KLUV Radio’s legendary on-air personality, Jody
Dean, and special behind-the-scenes interviews hosted by WFAA’s morning anchor Ron Corning and
weather reporter Collen Coyle.
Reserve your free general admissions seats today and you will receive a complementary study
guide and email – reminding you to arrive early to secure your favorite seat in the coliseum.
Moby-Dick, which “opened in a blaze of glory” in 2010, has been met with thunderous applause and
critical acclaim in ports of call around the world. Composer Jake Heggie and librettist Gene Scheer based
their world-premiere opera on Herman Melville’s epic tale of Captain Ahab’s obsession with the great
white whale, Moby Dick. You’ll sense the danger, tensions, and exhilaration of life aboard a 19th century
whaling ship, as crew members battle the forces of nature in addition to Ahab’s brewing madness. George
Loomis of the Financial Times raved that audiences “…can warm to Heggie’s musically lush, aptly
proportioned and forthrightly tonal score…(which) also boasts striking melodies, vivid atmospheric
scenes and vocal lines capable of showing off voices.” Texas-born tenor Jay Hunter Morris stars in the
role of Captain Ahab, a signature role for this opera world favorite. Music Director Emmanuel Villaume
conducts this Dallas Opera revival, which also stars tenor Stephen Costello as Greenhorn and baritone
Morgan Smith as Starbuck, both from the original cast.
An Evening of Improv
Backdoor Theater
Nov. 4, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Backdoor Theater
501 Indiana Avenue
Price: $10 (event is for ages 18 and up)
Point of Contact: 322-5000
http://www.backdoortheatre.org/improv-night.html
An Evening of Improv on the Dinner Stage at Backdoor Theatre! Ever seen Whose Line is it
Anyway? Every show is different, and we have no idea what we'll do next! Bring a date, and come laugh
with us, or at us? BYOB, show starts at 7 pm, and is for ages 18 and up. Walk-ins are welcome, see you
then!
Fused Glass Jewelry Class
Kemp Center For the Arts
November 5, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Kemp Center for the Arts
Price: $115 + $30 supply fee
Point of Contact: Christine Heidebrecht (940) 767-2787
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/fused-glass-jewelry-class/
Experience the hottest new glass class! Learn to make your own designer fused glass jewelry.
Explore the ancient glass techniques while using space age dichroic glass. You will learn glass cutting,
layering, full fusing, tack fusing, and wire wrapping. Students will create on average about 6-8 pieces
depending on the size. Great for Christmas gifts! $30 supply fee payable to instructor at class. There will
be a lunch break.
(This class is suitable for teenagers and adults alike.)
Advanced Stoneware Mosaic
Carol Castro
Oct. 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, 10:00 am- 1:00 pm (Please note that you’ll need to attend all 3 days of classes)
Kemp Center for the Arts
Price: $85
Point of Contact: Christine, 940-767-2787 |
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/advanced-stoneware-with-carol-castro/2016-10-29/
Carol Castro will instruct students how to make stoneware tile in a mosaic format from raw
ceramic clay for a platform (wood, concrete, backer board) of their choosing using advanced methods.
Students may make textured tile, create stamped and relief tiles, transform a photo into mosaic, or use
modern drawing techniques to make a pattern. Students will receive tile at the end of class and will adhere
it to their platform and grout it outside of class. All students who have taken Beginners Stoneware
Mosaic Tile may enroll. Others should enroll only if they have experience with mosaics or creating in
clay.
Students must come to first class with exact dimensions of item they plan to tile. Please note there
will be additional fees owed to the instructor dependent upon the project you choose.
The Lion King, Jr.
Wichita Theater
Nov 5 – 11am and 4pm
Wichita Theatre
925 Indiana St.
Price: $12
Point of Contact: 723-9037
http://www.wichitatheatre.com/disneys-lion-king-jr
The African savannah comes to life with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as
they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle... and back again, in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale.
Wichita Falls Youth Symphony
Fall Concert
Nov 6, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Akin Auditorium, MSU
Price: Free
Point of Contact: Jodie White 940-723-6202 |
http://choosewichitafalls.com/calendar/2016/11/06/wichita-falls-youth-symphony-fall-concert/
The 24th season of the Wichita Falls Youth Symphony begins with their fall concert, Sunday,
Nov. 6th at 3pm at Akin Auditorium, on the campus of MSU. The concert will feature the Philharmonic
Orchestra, Symphonic Orchestra and the YSO Strolling Strings. Musical selections include: Dark Horse,
Can't Help Falling in Love, the opening of Also Sprach Zaranthustra and Elgar's Enigma, Nimrod as well
as Silhouettes and Storm by two modern composers. Support young musicians from all around the
Texoma Region!
Painting With Betsy: "December"
Kemp Center for the Arts
November 9, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Kemp
Price: $50.00
Point of Contact: Christine Heidebrecht (940) 767-2787
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/painting-with-betsy-december/
Bring your friends and explore painting in oil. Beginners are welcome! Artist Betsy Edwards will
guide oil painters in creating a unique painting. This class is BYOW, bring your own wine!
(Supplies can be provided by the instructor for an additional $25. Supply fee is payable directly to the
instructor at the beginning of class. Please select “registration including supplies” at checkout to reserve
your supplies.)
MSU Artist Lecture Series
Kip Fulbeck
Nov 11, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Akin Auditorium
3410 Taft Blvd
Price: $20 General Public. MSU students, faculty and staff – free with current ID
Point of contact: 397-7500
http://www.mwsu.edu/artistlectureseries/
Artist, performer, and filmmaker whose work promotes multiracial awareness and identity Kip
Fulbeck will also be having an opening reception in the Juanita Harvey Art Gallery from 3-5 p.m.
November 11.
Royal Theater Supper Club
Larry Hooper, Van Darien and Ben Danaher
Nov. 12
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show begins at 7:30 p.m.
Royal Theater
113 E. Main St.
Archer City Texas
Price: $25 BYOB
Point of Contact: (940) 574-2489 Michael Getts
[email protected]
http://www.royaltheater.org/buy-supperclub.html
Food available for purchase 6:30-7:30pm. Music starts at 7:30pm. All tickets are reserved and
best available. Table of 4, 6, and 8. For more information, contact Supper Club at the Royal Theater
Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra
Julie Albers
Nov 12, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Memorial Auditorium
Price: $10 - $35
Point of Contact: WFSO (940) 723-6202
http://www.wfso.org/2016/06/23/julie-albers/
American cellist Julie Albers is recognized for her superlative artistry, her charismatic and radiant
performing style, and her intense musicianship. She was born into a musical family in Longmont,
Colorado and began violin studies at the age of two with her mother, switching to cello at four. She
moved to Cleveland during her junior year of high school to pursue studies through the Young Artist
Program at the Cleveland Institute of Music, where she studied with Richard Aaron. Miss Albers soon
was awarded the Grand Prize at the XIII International Competition for Young Musicians in Douai,
France, and as a result toured France as soloist with Orchestre Symphonique de Douai.
Daniel Black will be the featured WFSO Conductor Finalist.
Oratorio Chorus
MSU
Nov. 13, 3:00pm
Akin Auditorium
MSU
Price: Free
Point of Contact: (940) 397-4267
https://calendar.mwsu.edu/event/concert-oratorio-chorus/
The King Lives featuring Kraig Parker
Wichita Theater
Nov. 13, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wichita Theatre, 925 Indiana St.
Price: All seats $18
Point of Contact: 729-9037
http://www.wichitatheatre.com/concerts
Returning to the Wichita Theatre with his Vegas style show, world renowned Elvis
Tribute Artist Kraig Parker and his Royal Tribute Band. Our "Thank God It's Over"(Election)
special ticket prices are such that everyone can enjoy. All seats $18.00 plus ticket fees.
Experience this extraordinary artist with this multi-media concert event with the Wichita
Theatre's full Theatre180 immersive experience.
Arts for All
Public Workshop
Nov 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wichita Falls Museum of Art at MSU
2 Eureka Circle
Price: Free
Point of Contact: Mary Helen Maskill 940-397-8900
http://www.wfmamsu.org/exhibitions/current-upcoming-exhibitions/poets-painters-paper/events/arts-forall/
Art for All is a community art experience. The project will involve the celebration of Wichita
Falls, the creation of artworks, and your collobration in the contruction of a public mural downtown. The
project will be memorable and significant in the life and cultural history of Wichita Falls. Join the fun
and Participate!
Sign up to attend this free informal workshop athe the Museum to learn about art making
techniques and to create a ceramic element for the mural.
MSU Artist Lecture Series
Walter Echo-Hawk
Nov 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Akin Auditorium
3410 Taft Blvd
Price: $20 General Public. MSU students, faculty and staff – free with current ID
Point of contact: 397-7500
http://www.mwsu.edu/artistlectureseries/
Native American attorney, tribal judge, law professor and author.
Arts Council Bus Tour: Exploring The World Of Art
Monet At The Kimbell
Nov 16, 7:00am - 6:00pm
Wichita Falls Museum of Art
2 Eureka Circle
Price: $45.00 (Lunch on your own)
Point of Contact: Christine 940-767-2787
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/bus-tour-exploring-the-world-of-art/
Another Kemp Center for the Arts series of tour events in conjunction with MSU and The
Wichita Falls Museum of Art. Ticket price includes bus transportation from The WFMA, Kimbell
Museum audio tour, Amon Carter docent tour; refreshments in the morning and on the return
trip. Seating is limited, so please call us at The Kemp for reservations.
See website for schedule.
MSU Continuing Ed – Exploring Art
Nov. 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
MSU Sikes Lake Center
Price: $40.00 + $5.00 supply fee
Point of Contact: Lorraine Parmer, 940-397-4307, [email protected]
http://www.mwsu.edu/conted/courses/pastel-drawing
Join us for an evening of art as we explore the world of art through different mediums with artist,
Leslie Berryhill. All levels of artists welcome, supplies are included. Classes will be held on Thursdays
9/22, 10/20, 11/17.
All About Acrylics: Winter Landscape
Kemp Center for the Arts
November 17, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Kemp
1300 Lamar
Price: $45
Point of Contact: Christine Heidebrecht (940) 767-2787
http://www.artscouncilwf.org/event/all-about-acrylics-winter-landscape/
Paint your own version of this cheerful Santa Snowman! Bring your pals and have a blast in this
adult acrylic class! Rachel will teach Beginning to Experienced students the basics of acrylic painting.
Don’t be intimidated! Rachel will do step-by-step instructions.
This class is BYOW: “bring your own wine”, so bring your favorite adult beverage and prepare to
have fun. All supplies are included in the registration fee.
Woodwind Chamber Ensemble
MSU
Nov. 17, 7:00pm
Akin Auditorium
MSU
Price: Free
Point of Contact: (940) 397-4267
https://calendar.mwsu.edu/event/concert-woodwind-chamber-ensembles/
The Department of Music will present the Woodwind Chamber Ensemble.
MSU Theatre Production
A Christmas Carol
Nov. 17, 18, 19, - 7:30 p.m.
Nov. 19, 20 – 2:30 p.m.
Also Dates in December
Fain Fine Arts Center Theatre
Midwestern State University
Price: General Admission: $10.00, Reduced (military personnel, senior citizens 55+, and pre-college
students): $8.00, Groups of 10 or more: $7.00 per person, School Group: $5.00 per person + a
complimentary ticket for two teachers/chaperones FREE for all MSU students.
Point of contact: Jessica Hulett (940) 397-4670 [email protected]
https://www.mwsu.edu/academics/finearts/theatre/currentproductionseason
Culinary Around the World
Chinese/Oriental
Nov 18, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Vernon College Continuing Education
301East 3rd Street, Burkburnett
Price: $30
Point of Contact: 696-8752, ext. 3295
http://www.vernoncollege.edu/Resources/Continuing%20Education/Culinary%20Around%20the%20Wo
rld%20Fall%202016.pdf
This week is Thai Menu. Thai chicken lettuce wraps, chicken satay with peanut sauce, Thai
coconut rice, Thai Basil Beef, Black sticky rice dessert. Enjoy an evening cooking up tasty creations with
Chef Erika Colee. Have a blast in the state-of-the-art restaurant style kitchen while preparing various
appetizers, entrées, and/or desserts. Each class is located at the Culinary Academy, 301 East 3rd Street,
Burkburnett, Texas.
Elf The Musical
Wichita Theater
Friday, November 18 at 7:30pm
Saturday, November 19 at 4pm
**Also dates in December
Wichita Theatre
925 Indiana St.
Price: Adults: $15.00
Students and children 12 and under: $12.00
MILITARY: $13 with ID (available by phone, at the box office and Sheppard's I.T.T.)
Point of Contact: 723-9037
http://www.wichitatheatre.com/elf-jr
Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North
Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor
toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to
New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his
father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win
over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
This modern day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the
best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear.
Nutcracker Tea Party
Wichita Falls Ballet Theatre
Nov 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
The Forum
Price: $22 VIP tables $275
Point of Contact: (940)766-3347
http://www.wichitafallsballettheatre.org/wfbt-guild/nutcracker-tea-party/
The Nutcracker Tea Party is a wonderful way to kick off your family's holiday season!
Enjoy tea, brunch, and a performance of the Nutcracker Suite ballet with your friends and family while
you support the WFBT Guild. Reserved tables: If you are purchasing tickets for a group and would like
to ensure you are seating together, please do not purchase your tickets online. Stop by the WFYB studio
to reserve a table. If you purchase these tickets at General Admission, you will not be guaranteed a certain
themed table.
VIP (Preferred Theme) tables are available to be reserved at a price of $275. See website for
themes. There are only 8 of these tables available! Guests who have reserved VIP tables will be allowed
in at 10:00 to take photos with the costumed Nutcracker cast!!
MSU Wind Ensemble
Festival of Lights
Nov. 21, 7:00pm
Akin Auditorium
MSU
Price: Free
Point of Contact: Dr. Matt Luttrell (940) 397-4210
https://calendar.mwsu.edu/event/concert-msu-wind-ensemble-2/
The Department of Music will present the Wind Ensemble in Akin Auditorium after the Fantasy
of Lights Opening ceremony.
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Nuncrackers
Backdoor Theater
Nov. 25 & 26 - 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
December 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17
Backdoor Theater – Dinner Stage
501 Indiana Avenue
Price: Dinner Stage – with meal – $33, Dinner Stage – Show only – $19, Military, Seniors 55+, and
students– $2.00 Discount
Point of Contact: 322-5000
http://www.backdoortheatre.org/nuncrackers.html
The Nunsense Christmas Musical, NUNCRACKERS, is presented as the first TV special taped in
the Cable Access Studio built by Reverend Mother in the convent basement. It stars the nuns you love,
plus Father Virgil, and four of Mount Saint Helen’s most talented students. Featuring all new songs
including Twelve Days Prior to Christmas, Santa Ain’t Comin’ to Our House, We Three Kings of Orient
Are Us and It’s Better to Give than to Receive, this show is filled with typical NUNSENSE humor, some
of your favorite carols, and a “Secret Santa” audience participation.
We’re certain this NUNSENSE Christmas Show will make you laugh and maybe tug at your
heartstrings. It’s the perfect way to ensure that your holiday season is merry and bright!
Upcoming December Event
37 Annual Woman’s Forum Christmas Tour of Homes
Mark your calendars for this event December 6. Tickets will not be mailed this year. Tickets locations:
Harvest Drug and Gifts, Marketstreet, The Forum, any of the houses the day of the tours,
Or you can contact:
Liz Wathen @ 940-733-0936 and a Senior Junior Member will arrange for delivery of your tickets.
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