Town Hall Theater Presents:

Great Art Wednesday -
"The Dawn of Impressionism: Paris, 1874"

Wednesday, March 19 at 11:00am

Great Art Wednesday, a monthly art and archetecture film series running from October 2024 to May 2025.

"The Dawn of Impressionism: Paris, 1874"

This documentary offers a captivating look at the Musée d'Orsay's spectacular exhibition commemorating the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist show. This art exhibition film, directed by Ali Ray, transports viewers to a pivotal moment in art history when a group of maverick artists changed the course of painting forever.

The film explores the groundbreaking 1874 exhibition that launched these once-scorned outsiders into the spotlight. Experience the story through the eyes of those who witnessed it firsthand - the artists, press, and people of Paris - offering a uniquely immersive perspective on this artistic revolution.

Made in collaboration with the Musée d'Orsay and National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C., this film provides an unparalleled opportunity to witness the birth of Impressionism and understand its enduring impact on the art world.