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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "The National Observer," dated February 24, 1973. The page is labeled "Page 30" and includes a section called "The Leisure Scene," which features reviews and listings related to art, theater, and television.

Art Picture

The section starts with an article about an art exhibition titled "The Art of the Southern Barbarians" at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, which includes objects from the 16th to 19th centuries, loaned from various collections. The exhibition will travel to other cities including New York, Baltimore, and Seattle.

Television Highlights

The television highlights for the upcoming days are listed:

  • Monday, Feb. 26: "The Belero" on PBS, featuring the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra.
  • Tuesday, Feb. 27: "Ed Sullivan Presents the TV Follies 2," a comedy special on CBS.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 28: "The Ultimate Explosion," a special on NBC, and "ABC Wide World of Entertainment" featuring a story on the Loud family.
  • Thursday, Feb. 29: "The American Experience" on ABC, and "The Joan Rivers Show" on NBC.
  • Friday, March 2: "The Bell Telephone Hour" on CBS, featuring the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and "The David Frost Show" on NBC.
  • Saturday, March 3: "The 25th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards" on NBC.
  • Sunday, March 4: "The Bob Hope Christmas Special" on NBC, and "The Dick Cavett Show" on ABC.

New at Regional Theaters

The section also includes listings for plays at regional theaters:

  • Chicago: "Ivanov" at the Goodman Theatre.
  • Cleveland: "The Play of the Week" at the Great Lakes Theatre.
  • Dallas: "The Emperor Jones" at the Theatre Three.
  • Hartford: "The Philanthropist" at the Hartford Stage Company.

Additional Information

A smaller clipping on the page discusses the Rhode Island School of Design’s museum, which is open to the public and features collections in various art forms, including drawings and classical antiquities.

The page is neatly preserved and includes handwritten notes, possibly indicating the date "2.24.73" and the word "Theater." The layout is clean, with clear sections for art, television, and theater.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "The National Observer," dated February 24, 1973, specifically page 30. The page is divided into sections, with the main focus on the "Leisure Scene" section.

Main Sections and Details:

  1. The Art Picture:

    • Wenham Art-Japan House, New York: An exhibit titled "The Art of the Southern Barbarians during the Monogamy of the Tenth Century," featuring objects from the Monogamy era. These items include 76 objects from Japan's collections.
    • Events and Exhibits:
      • Feb. 25: "Some 100 elaborate objects" will be showcased on view in Brazil from 1968 to 1973.
      • Pre-Raphaelite and Early French Impressionism (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge).
      • "Birds of America" (New York Historical Society).
      • "The Art of the Southern Barbarians" (Brooklyn Museum).
      • "3D into 2D" at the New York Cultural Center (February 15-May 18).
  2. Theatrical Performances:

    • Louisville, Kentucky: Actors Theatre of Louisville (Jerry Blatt, April 18).
    • Saratoga, New York: Akso State Theatre (Philadelphia Story, Feb. 23-May 18).
  3. Regional Theater Highlights:

    • Chicago: Ivanhoe Theatre (Never Too Late, Feb. 20-April 8).
    • Cleveland: Cleveland Play House (One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Feb. 19-March 24).
    • Dallas: Theatre Three (The Emperor Jones, Feb. 23-March 31).
    • Hartford: Hartford Stage (The Great God Brown, Feb. 23-April 1).
  4. Television Highlights:

    • Monday, Feb. 19: Specials such as "The Booloo" with Maurice Raven.
    • Tuesday, Feb. 20: Ed Sullivan Presents the TV Comedy Show.
    • Wednesday, Feb. 21: "The Ultimate Experience" and "The Ultimate Experience."
    • Thursday, Feb. 22: "An American Family" documentary.
    • Friday, Feb. 23: "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and "Country Music Hill Parade."
    • Saturday, Feb. 24: Highlights from Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus.
    • Sunday, Feb. 25: "Ed Sullivan Presents Jack Lemmon."

Additionally, there is a small clipping on the right-hand page of the newspaper discussing an art show at the Rhode Island School of Design.

Miscellaneous Clippings:

  • A brief mention of an art exhibition at the Rhode Island School of Design, including a mention of the school's collection and its opening hours.

The newspaper page combines cultural events, theater performances, and television highlights, capturing the leisure activities of the time.

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The image shows a page from "The National Observer" dated February 24, 1973, specifically page 30. The page is titled "The Leisure Scene" and includes various sections detailing art exhibitions and television highlights for the week.

Art Exhibitions:

  1. Wamben Art Japan House, New York City: An exhibition titled "The Art of the Southern Barbarians During the Momoyama and Edo Periods," featuring 76 objects from the 16th to the 18th centuries.
  2. Brazilian Baroque (Benwick Gallery, Washington, D.C.): An exhibition through February 25, featuring works from the 17th and 18th centuries.
  3. Pre-Raphaelite and Early French Impressionist Art (Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, Massachusetts): An exhibition of works by Pre-Raphaelite and early Impressionist artists.
  4. Birds of America (New York Historical Society, New York City): An exhibition of John James Audubon's watercolors.
  5. Louisville Actors Theatre: The Philadelphia Story, running February 23 to May 18.
  6. Sarasota (Akola State Theatre): The Philadelphia Story, also running February 23 to May 18.
  7. Regional Theatres:
    • Chicago (Ivanhoe Theatre): Never Too Late, running February 20 to April 8.
    • Cleveland (Cleveland Play House): One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, running February 19 to March 24.
    • Dallas (Dallas Theatre Three): The Emperor Jones, running February 2 to March 31.
    • Hartford (Hartford Stage): The Paper Moon, running February 23 to April 1.

Television Highlights:

  1. Monday, February 19:
    • Special of the Week: The Boero, with Maurice Ravel's music.
    • Ed Sullivan Presents: TV Comedy, including a variety of comedians.
    • The Ultimate Experience: A documentary about brain surgery.
  2. Tuesday, February 20:
    • ABC Wide World of Entertainment: The Dick Cavett Show.
  3. Wednesday, February 21:
    • ABC Wide World of Entertainment: The Dick Cavett Show.
  4. Thursday, February 22:
    • Documentary: An American Family.
  5. Sunday, February 25:
    • Special of the Week: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, a play with a live audience.
    • Bell Telephone Hour: Highlights of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus.
    • Country Music Hit Parade.
    • NBC's Jack Lemmon special.
    • NBC's "Paper Moon" with Alan Alda.

Additionally, there is a mention of an art exhibition at the Rhode Island School of Design's Museum of Art, featuring a collection of drawings and artworks by various artists, including a piece by M. C. Escher. The page also includes a small boxed item listing a show at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

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The image shows a page from "The National Observer" dated February 24, 1973, specifically page 30, titled "The Leisure Scene." The page is divided into two main sections: "The Art Picture" and "Television Highlights."

The Art Picture:

  • Wamben Art Japan House, New York: An exhibition titled "The Art of the Southern Barbarians During the Momoyama Period" showcases 76 objects from the 16th century, including lacquerware, swords, and armor. These objects will travel to several locations, including the Brazilian Barque (Benwick Gallery, Washington, D.C.), and Santa Barbara.
  • New York Cultural Center: A 3D to 2D exhibition, "Drawing for Sculpture," features works by 12 artists, including Jean Arp and Alexander Calder.
  • Pre-Raphaelite and Early French Impressionism: An exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, featuring works by artists like Degas, Monet, and Renoir.
  • Birds of America: An exhibition at the New York Historical Society, featuring John James Audubon's watercolors.
  • Regional Theaters:
    • Chicago: Ivanhoe Theatre, "Never Too Late," February 20-April 8.
    • Cleveland: Cleveland Play House, "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," February 19-March 24.
    • Dallas: Theatre Three, "The Emperor Jones," February 21-March 11.
    • Hartford: Hartford Stage Company, "You Can't Take It With You," February 23-April 1.

Television Highlights:

  • Monday, Feb. 19:
    • Special of the Week: "The Bolero," Maurice Ravel's ballet with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, featuring William Fertik.
  • Tuesday, Feb. 20:
    • Ed Sullivan Presents: A comedy special featuring Bob Hope.
    • ABC Reports: "The Ultimate Experiment," featuring brain surgery experiments.
    • "Wide World of Entertainment," including "The Dick Cavett Show" with the Loud family.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 21:
    • "An American Family," a documentary series.
  • Thursday, Feb. 22:
    • "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" A film.
  • Saturday, Feb. 25:
    • "Highlights of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus."
    • "Country Music Hit Parade."
    • "The Red Skelton Show."
    • "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" featuring Jack Lemmon, Harold Arlen, and the song "Paper Moon."
    • "The Dean Martin Show."

Additionally, there is a smaller article on the right side of the page about an exhibition of prints and drawings by M.C. Escher at the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, open Tuesdays through Saturdays.

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The image is a page from the February 24, 1973 issue of "The National Observer," specifically page 30, focusing on the "Theater/Arts" section.

Summary of Content:

The Art Picture

  • Norman Art: A Japanese house in New York City is exhibiting "The Art of the Southern Barbarians" during the Momoyama period (1568-1615), showcasing about 70 objects including screens and lacquerware. The exhibition explores the Japanese interpretation of the Europeans who arrived in Japan. It travels to Seattle and Georgetown after its run in New York.
  • Brazilian Baroque: The National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., is displaying Brazilian Baroque art through March 18.

Television Highlights

  • Monday, Feb. 19

    • Special of the Week: The Bolero, a documentary interpreted by Zubin Mehta and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra on CBS.
    • PBS: Various programs including "NET Playhouse" and "Civilisation."
  • Tuesday, Feb. 20

    • Ebony, Ivory, and The TV Comedy Years: A humorous retrospective on television comedy, airing on CBS.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 21

    • Wide World of Entertainment: A documentary titled "An American Family" on PBS, presenting an inside look at a modern American family.

New or Regional Theaters

  • Chicago: Shows at various theaters including Ivanhoe Theatre, Candlelight Playhouse, and Harper Theater.
  • Cleveland: A play titled "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" at Case Western Reserve University.
  • Dallas: Theater shows at the Empore, including "Fiddler on the Roof."
  • Hartford: "You Can't Take It With You" at Hartwood 81 & 6.

Museums

  • Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design: Hosting an exhibit titled "Drawings by Hayter," featuring recent works by Stanley William Hayter, including newly discovered engravings and etchings from his early career.

Birds of America

  • The New York Historical Society is displaying John James Audubon's original watercolors, featuring birds in natural colors.

This page offers a detailed listing of various art exhibitions, theater productions, and television highlights available at that time.

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The image is a page from "The National Observer" dated February 3, 1973. The page is titled "The Leisure Scene" and contains information about various arts and entertainment events happening around the country.

The Art Picture

  • American Art Japan House, New York City: An exhibition titled "The Art of the Southern Frontier" featuring art from the 18th and 19th centuries, including works by John James Audubon.
  • The Princeton Baroque: A performance of Baroque music through March 18.
  • Pre-Raphaelite and Early French Impressionist Paintings: An exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, through March 11.
  • New York Cultural Center: An exhibition of sculpture by George Segal.
  • New at Regional Theaters: Information about new productions in Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, and Hartford.

Television Highlights

  • Monday, Feb. 19: "The Match Game" and "The Odd Couple".
  • Tuesday, Feb. 20: "TV Comedy Years: Twenty-five Years of Television Comedy" and "An American Family".
  • Thursday, Feb. 22: "The CBS Thursday Night Movie" featuring "The Glass Bottom Boat".
  • Sunday, Feb. 25: "Bell System Family Theatre" presenting "The Night the Roof Fell In".

Additional Notes

  • A small clipping is attached to the page, mentioning an event at the South Island School of Peter’s Museum of Art located at 234 Bennett Street, with a schedule and details about the event.
  • There is a handwritten note in blue ink on a piece of paper stuck to the page, which appears to be a reminder or note related to an event on February 24, 1973.

The page provides a snapshot of cultural and entertainment events happening in early 1973, highlighting both visual arts exhibitions and television programming.

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This image shows a page from a book or magazine. The page is labeled with "Page 30 FEB 24 1973 THE NATIONAL OBSERVER." The page features an article titled "The Leisure Scene." It includes sections with headers such as "The Art Picture," "Television Highlights," "New at Regional Theaters," "Pre-Raphaelite and Early French Symbolist Art," and "Art at the Museum." The content of the article deals with entertainment and cultural events, mentioning art exhibitions, TV programs, and theatre productions. It is printed in black ink, and there are several small black and white images accompanying the article, such as pictures related to art and theater productions.

On the right-hand side of the image, there are handwritten annotations in blue ink, but they are mostly illegible in this view. The handwriting seems to be notes or reminders possibly related to the content on the page. The book is open, and this page is on the left-hand side of the open book. The right page is blank except for the handwritten notes. The book itself has a weathered look, with some yellowing on the pages, indicative of its age.

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The image shows an open book or magazine page from February 4, 1973, titled "The National Observer." The page is labeled as Page 30 and features a section titled "The Leisure Scene," which appears to be a cultural and entertainment guide. The content is formatted as a newspaper-style listing, providing details about various events, exhibitions, and performances happening around that time.

Key Elements in the Image:

Header Information:

  • Date: February 4, 1973.
  • Publication: The National Observer.
  • Page Number: 30.

Main Section: "The Leisure Scene"

This section is divided into several subsections, including:

  1. "The Art Picture":

    • Mentions an exhibition titled "The Art of the Momoyama Period (1573–1615)" at the Yamato Art Japan House in New York.
    • Describes the exhibition as featuring 76 objects from the 16th and 17th centuries, including tea ceremony utensils, lacquerware, and textiles.
    • Notes that the exhibition will travel to St. Louis, the Brazilian Baroque (Renwick Gallery, Washington, D.C.), and other locations.
  2. "Television Highlights":

    • Lists TV programs airing during the week of February 4–10, 1973.
    • Highlights include:
      • "The Bolero": A special on Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, aired on PBS at 9:30 p.m. EST on Tuesday, February 6.
      • "Ed Sullivan Presents The TV Comedy Years Twenty Years at a Time": A special celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Ed Sullivan Show, airing on CBS at 8:30 p.m. EST on Sunday, February 4.
      • "The Ultimate Test": A documentary about a pioneering brain surgery technique, airing on NBC at 10 p.m. EST on Tuesday, February 6.
      • "An American Family": A documentary series, airing on PBS at 9 p.m. EST on Monday, February 5.
  3. "New at Regional Theaters":

    • Lists theater performances and plays in various cities:
      • Chicago: Ivanhoe Theatre.
      • Cleveland: Playhouse Square Theatre.
      • Dallas: Emperor Theatre.
      • Hartford: Hartford Stage.
      • New York: New York Historical Society.
  4. Additional Cultural Events:

    • Pre-Raphaelite and Early French Symbolist Art: An exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • Birds of America: A show at the New York Historical Society.
    • ID into 2D: A drawing exhibition at the New York Cultural Center.

Visual Elements:

  • The page includes small illustrations or icons next to certain listings, such as:
    • A silhouette of three people, likely representing a theater or performance.
    • A graphic resembling a flame or abstract shape, possibly indicating a special event or highlight.

Handwritten Notes:

  • In the margin of the page, there are handwritten notes and markings, suggesting that someone has annotated or reviewed the content. The handwriting includes:
    • A circled date ("2/4/73") and other notations, possibly indicating when the page was reviewed or marked.
    • Some annotations appear to highlight specific events or details.

Binding and Condition:

  • The book appears to be old, with visible wear and tear, including discoloration and slight damage to the spine and edges.
  • The spine on the right side is labeled "THEATER / ARTS," suggesting that this book or collection may focus on theater and arts-related content.

Overall Description:

The image depicts a page from a 1973 issue of The National Observer, serving as a cultural and entertainment guide. It provides detailed listings of art exhibitions, television programs, theater performances, and other cultural events happening in February 1973. The page is annotated with handwritten notes, indicating it may have been used for reference or personal interest. The overall design and layout reflect the style of newspaper-style listings common in publications of that era.

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The image depicts a page from a magazine or newspaper, specifically from the "The National Observer" dated February 24, 1973. The page number is 30, and the page is titled "The Leisure Scene."

The content is divided into several sections, each highlighting different leisure activities and events. The layout is typical of a magazine, with a mix of text and images.

Detailed Description

Header

  • Title: "The Leisure Scene"
  • Publication: "The National Observer"
  • Date: February 24, 1973
  • Page Number: 30

Sections

The Art Picture

  • Location: Nambo Art House, New York City
  • Event: "The Art of the Momoyama Period" – an exhibition of 70 objects from the Japanese Imperial household.
  • Date: Through February 25
  • Details: The exhibit includes Brazilian Baroque and Gothic art.

Television Highlights

  • Monday, Feb. 19:
    • Program: "The Bolero"
    • Details: Special of the Week, interpreted by Zubin Mehta and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
  • Tuesday, Feb. 20:
    • Program: "The Sullivan Presents"
    • Details: Comedy special featuring various comedians, including a comedy routine about a man who is easily recruited from jail.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 21:
    • Program: "An American Family"
    • Details: A documentary about a family whose members have never thought about the whole thing.
  • Thursday, Feb. 22:
    • Program: "Virginia Woolf"
    • Details: Features George and Martha in games with their guests.
  • Sunday, Feb. 25:
    • Program: "Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus"
    • Details: Highlights of the circus, including truck-driving, chicken-licking, and more.

New at Regional Theaters

  • New York City:
    • Vanguard Theatre: "Never Too Late," Feb. 20-April 8
    • Playhouse Theatre: "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," Feb. 19-March 24
  • Cleveland:
    • Cleveland Play House: "The Emperor Jones," Feb. 21-March 31
  • Dallas:
    • Theatre Three: "The Emperor Jones," Feb. 21-March 31
  • Hartford:
    • Hartford Stage Company: "You Can't Take It With You," Feb. 23-April 1

Advertisement

  • Rhode Island School of Design's Museum of Art:
    • Location: 224 Benefit Street, Providence
    • Hours: 11 AM to 5 PM, Tuesdays through Saturdays
    • Details: The museum features a permanent collection and an added attraction, "Harvard's Fogg Art Museum." It is open for the first time, and the exhibit includes newly discovered and exhibited drawings, a collection of classical antiquities recently presented by Frederick M. Watkins, and new book times.

Images

  • Top Left: A group of people, possibly actors or performers.
  • Middle Left: A drawing or illustration, possibly related to the art exhibition.
  • Bottom Left: Another group of people, possibly actors or performers.

Analysis and Description

The page provides a comprehensive overview of various leisure activities available during that period, including art exhibitions, theater performances, and television programs. The magazine format is typical, with a mix of text and images to attract readers. The content is organized into distinct sections, making it easy for readers to navigate and find information relevant to their interests.

The art exhibition at the Nambo Art House features a collection of Japanese Imperial household objects, along with Brazilian Baroque and Gothic art, showcasing a blend of cultural influences. The television highlights section lists various programs, from classical music performances to documentaries and comedy specials, indicating a diverse range of entertainment options available to viewers.

The "New at Regional Theaters" section provides information on current and upcoming plays in different cities, catering to theater enthusiasts. The advertisement for the Rhode Island School of Design's Museum of Art highlights the museum's permanent collection and special exhibits, encouraging readers to visit and explore the art on display.

Overall, the page serves as a guide to leisure activities, offering readers a variety of options to enjoy during their free time.

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The image shows a magazine open to a page titled "The Leisure Scene." The magazine appears to be an issue of "The National Observer" from February 24, 1973. The page has a section dedicated to television highlights, listing various shows and their air times. The magazine also features an article about the "Namban Art" exhibit at the Japan House in New York City, which showcases Japanese art from the 16th to 18th centuries. Additionally, there is a small clipping from another newspaper or magazine attached to the page, which discusses the Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art.