June 2, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth announces
Festival de la Risa
August 6 - 15

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth is pleased to join with the Lone Star Film Society and the Consul General of Mexico in Dallas in presenting a celebration of Mexican culture and comic cinema.

August 6 - 15
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

Featuring films, lectures, discussions, live music, dancing and gourmet Mexican cuisine, this festival commemorates the 200th anniversary of Mexican independence and the 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution.

Film tickets available for purchase July 1. Film tickets are $8.50/$6.50 for Modern members and Lone Star Film Society members. Tickets go on sale at the Modern two hours prior to show time. Members of Reel People at the Modern and Lone Star Film Society members may purchase tickets in advance by calling Tina Gorski 817. 840. 2154 or the Modern Information Desk 817. 840. 2144. Full festival ticket packages are available for advance purchase at $45/$35 for Reel People or Lone Star Film Society members. *Events noted are subject to change.

Friday, August 6
5–8 pm First Friday at the Modern with a Mexican flair!
In the Grand Lobby enjoy a festive cocktail from the bar and dance to the exciting salsa sounds of Mi Son Mi Son Mi Son (Denton, TX). With traditional Cuban instrumentation Mi Son, Mi Son, Mi Son celebrates Latin music from such areas as Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.

5–8 pm Café Modern is open for dinner. Reservations are no longer necessary, but are available for parties of 5 or more. Enjoy Café Modern favorites from the daily menu as well as several gourmet Mexican specials. For dinner reservations and information, call 817.840.2157.

8 pm Welcome, introduction and screening of Ahí estã el Detalle* starring comic legend Cantinflas.

Saturday, August 7>
11am–2 pm Café Modern open for lunch offering a Mexican-inspired daily special.

3:30 pm Panel discussion with guest speakers (to be announced).

5 pm Introduction and screening of A que Tiempos Señor Don Simón*.

Sunday, August 8
Noon–2 pm Music in the Modern’s Grand Lobby ¡¡MARUMBA¡¡
The group performs the traditional music of Chiapas, Mexico using Mexican marimbas (or Zapotecanos), bass and percussion.

2 pm Introduction and screening of Calabacitas Tierna*.

4 pm Introduction and screening of Calabacitas Tierna*.

Friday, August 13
6 pm Introduction and screening of Modisto de Seņoras*.

8 pm Introduction and screening of Modisto de Seņoras*.

Saturday, August 14
11 am–2 pm Café Modern open for lunch offering a Mexican-inspired daily special.

4 pm Coffee and discussion in Café Modern.

5 pm Screening of Dos Tipos de Cuidado*.

Sunday, August 15
Noon–2 pm Music in the Modern’s Grand Lobby.

2 pm Introduction and screening of Rudo y Cursi.

4 pm Introduction and screening of Rudo y Cursi.

*Subject to change.

CAFÉ MODERN
Lunch
Tue-Fri 11 am–2:30 pm
Sat 11 am-3 pm
Brunch
Sun 11 am-3 pm
Coffee bar
Serving Starbucks coffee, snacks, sandwiches, beer, wine, and dessert
Tue-Sat 10 am–4:30 pm
Sun 11 am-4:30 pm
For reservations, call 817.840.2157.
Menus are available online at www.thecafemodern.com.

LOCATION
Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
3200 Darnell Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
Telephone 817.738.9215
Toll-Free 1.866.824.5566
Fax 817.735.1161
www.themodern.org

Museum Gallery Hours
Tue 10 am–5 pm
Sun 11 am–5 pm
First Friday 10 am–8 pm

General Admission Prices (includes special exhibition)
$4 for students with ID and seniors (60+)
$10 for adults ($13+)
Free for children 12 and under
Free for Modern members
Free every Wednesday and the first Sunday of every month

The Museum is closed Monday and holidays including New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas.

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