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Held by the Broken Obelisk

Abstract Vimeo Livestream Saturday, February 27, 6pm CDT Free event with suggested contribution $5-20Published by Rizzoli Electa, this beautiful new large-format volume provides photographic testimony along with the insights of scholars who give an intimate look into this sacred space, where visitors seek solace and inspiration. Commemorating the first monograph on Rothko Chapel in more than 20 years, the book’s contributors speak about the Rothko Chapel’s history and how the restoration...

Abstract Performance and Meditation Tadasana TroupeParticipate in a unique performance incorporating breath and movement. Developed by film producer and CEO of Birdhouse Productions Lynn Birdwell and breath coach and founder of Heights School of Yoga, Pam Johnson, the Tadasana Troupe creates a mesmerizing moving mandala based on Sri T. Krishnamacharya's Tadasana sequence, a dream like dance that is matched with precision to very audible, rhythmic breath. Breathe with the dancers and...

Abstract Breath Concert, The Transitory Sound and Movement Collective Pay What You Can, suggested value $20Breath, a site-specific work, created by The Transitory Sound and Movement Collective for the Rothko Chapel explored the dynamics and subtleties of what life is at its essence. This thoughtful and patient consideration of existence took form in a spontaneous sound composition with responsive movement created by a highly accredited/accomplished ensemble of musicians/vocalist and...

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Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series.

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Featuring the Bhat Sisters, Sean Johnson and the Wild Lotus Band, and Jiv Jago

Abstract The Rev. James A. Forbes and Music by New Orleans Jazz Ensemble, Huslers Brass BandThe Chapel’s 40th anniversary kick-off event will honor Dr. Martin Luther King and celebrate the dedication of Barnett Newman’s Broken Obelisk to the slain human rights leader. Chapel co-founder Dominique De Menil wrote that the juxtaposition of the Broken Obelisk and the Chapel is symbolic of the institution’s dual vocation of contemplation and action. Dr. King’s life clearly demonstrates the...

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Contains materials related to public programs during the time period, except for Awards and Colloquia which have separate series

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First Unitarian Church of Houston

Scope and Contents From the Series:

Contains all information about public programs held during the first decade of the chapel.

Does not include Awards or Colloquia/Symposia (see those categories)