THE BIRTH OF MODERNISM: ART AND LITERATURE IN PARIS Book and Movie with Connie and Elaine

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 7 6:30

FRIENDSHIP AND RIVALRY

We will explore the relationship between Matisse, Picasso and Gertrude Stein and the dynamic art world of the early 20th century.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 14 6:30

WRITERS AND LOVERS

Gertrude Stein’s Paris salon attracted American writers, dubbed The Lost Generation. We will examine the Fitzgeralds, Hemingway and fellow writers who profoundly influence modern literature.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 21 6:30

MIDNIGHT IN PARIS

This delightful Academy Award nominated movie tells two stories suspended in time between contemporary Paris and Paris in the 1920’s. Once again we will meet Fitzgerald, Picasso, Hemingway and Gertrude Stein.

Connie Booth is a retired English teacher, who specializes in American literature.

Elaine Wertheim teaches art history and film studies throughout the community.