Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) opens its highly anticipated fall exhibitions, Torn Apart, PUSH and Front Row Center on Sept. 20. These exhibitions mark OMA's expansion into new creative territory, offering exciting perspectives to the local and global art community.
The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) kicks off a fascinating trio of exhibitions on Friday, September 20, 2024. In its centennial year, the museum is expanding its offerings to engage a wider audience, challenging individuals to discover new ways of thinking, bringing together artwork that will inspire the community.
"At OMA, our goal is to offer unique and dynamic programming that fully represents people from all walks of life," said Cathryn Mattson, CEO of the Orlando Museum of Art. "We are constantly striving to push the boundaries of our exhibitions, demonstrating what art is truly capable of offering our community. We pride ourselves on bringing recognition to the most diverse and innovative artists, and shedding light on the stories that bring us together."
September 21, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Torn Apart brings together for the first time Andrew Krivineกฏs extensive collection of punk graphics and ephemera, Malcolm Garrett, MBE's collection of Vivienne Westwood garments and Sheila Rock's photography.
Recognized as one of the most comprehensive punk exhibitions to date, Torn Apart highlights the brilliant designs of the era and the designers who created them. The exhibition includes iconic works by Peter Saville (New Order/Joy Division), Raymond Pettibon (Black Flag) and Barney Bubbles (Elvis Costello).
September 21, 2024 - January 5, 2025
J. Grant Brittain is one of the most widely recognized and influential skateboard photographers on the planet. In 1987, "The Push," a photo of Tod Swank made the cover of Transworld, becoming one of the most recognizable skateboarding photos. J. Grant Brittain, who captured photos of 11-year-old Tony Hawk, was instrumental in documenting the formative years of the legendary skateboarder's career and has continued a lifelong friendship.
This will be the acclaimed photographer's very first museum exhibition retrospective and a chance to see this collection of works from the 1980s which has inspired so many generations.
September 21, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Front Row Center grants viewers an all-access pass to some of the most memorable performances in popular music history, bringing together over 70 iconic images of legendary musicians and singers across three genres and generations.
From Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix to David Bowie and Lauryn Hill, this exhibition charts renowned photographer Larry Hulst's extraordinary path through the pulsing heart of the most exciting live music of the last century, showcasing a unique visual anthology of rock, blues and soul music from 1970 - 1999.
These images, which have been featured on album art and Rolling Stone spreads, convey Hulst's lifelong passion for the magnetism, immediacy and unpredictability of live music.
In addition to the three new exhibitions opening, a family-friendly exhibition recently opened at the museum.
September 6 - December 1, 2024
Experience the nostalgia of Little Golden Books with over sixty masterpieces of original illustrations from the Random House archives. Featured in the exhibition are pieces from beloved picture-book classics like The Poky Little Puppy, Tootle, Home for a Bunny, The Color Kittens, I Can Fly and many more.
Launched in 1942, Little Golden Books made high quality illustrated books available at affordable prices for the first time to millions of young children and their parents.
For more information about OMA's exhibitions, please visit www.omart.org.
Gotta Go Orlando offers the latest entertainment news, together with all the latest events and things to do throughout Central Florida. We feature concerts, theater, culture, nightlife, food & drink. theme parks, attractions, festivals, events, and more.
With news and information being released on a daily basis, we encourage you to sign up for our newsletter and stay in the loop with all the latest exciting news from our local community. You can also join the local conversation on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Contact Us
Got a story to tell Orlando? Contact us now. To advertise with us, click here, and to list your upcoming event with us, submit it here.
Comments