Immerse yourself in the world of Ralph Chesse, a prolific artist who made a lasting impact on the Bay Area arts and theater scene, at the opening reception for Ralph Chesse: A San Francisco Century. The program starts with the San Francisco Puppeteers Guild meeting, which is open to the public. Then, join exhibition curator Glen Helfand on a tour of the exhibition; watch a demonstration of different puppet styles with local puppeteer Fred C. Reilly III; hear about Ralph's life and work from Bruce Chesse, Ralph's son and collaborator; and mingle with friends over light snacks and live music by Kitten on the Keys in celebration of the life and legacy of this San Francisco legend. Jewett Gallery is open during library hours. Co-presented by the San Francisco Bay Area Puppeteers Guild.
The event takes place in the Lower Level at the Jewett Gallery, Koret Lobby and Koret Auditorium.
Free
Presented by San Francisco Public Library
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The event takes place in the Lower Level at the Jewett Gallery, Koret Lobby and Koret Auditorium.
Free
Presented by San Francisco Public Library
Immerse yourself in the world of Ralph Chesse, a prolific artist who made a lasting impact on the Bay Area arts and theater scene, at the opening reception for Ralph Chesse: A San Francisco Century. The program starts with the San Francisco Puppeteers Guild meeting, which is open to the public. Then, join exhibition curator Glen Helfand on a tour of the exhibition; watch a demonstration of different puppet styles with local puppeteer Fred C. Reilly III; hear about Ralph's life and work from Bruce Chesse, Ralph's son and collaborator; and mingle with friends over light snacks and live music by Kitten on the Keys in celebration of the life and legacy of this San Francisco legend. Jewett Gallery is open during library hours. Co-presented by the San Francisco Bay Area Puppeteers Guild.
The event takes place in the Lower Level at the Jewett Gallery, Koret Lobby and Koret Auditorium.
Free
Presented by San Francisco Public Library
read more
The event takes place in the Lower Level at the Jewett Gallery, Koret Lobby and Koret Auditorium.
Free
Presented by San Francisco Public Library
show less
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100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
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