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4 Piano Masters Series

6 Carriage House Theatre Concerts

11 Venues & Ticket Information

12 Villa Chamber Music Series

14 Sally and Don Lucas Artists Residency Program

16 Sculpture on the Grounds

18 Final Fridays

19 New Directions

20 Project Space Gallery

21 Public Programs & Arts Education

22 Master Gardener Series

23 Chefs Tasting Salon Series

24 Family Performing Arts Series

27 Centennial Celebration Events

28 Montalvo History

29 Historic Villa Tours / History Walks

30 Corporate and Wedding Rentals

31 Montalvo Service Group / Volunteer Information

32 Membership Information

34 Board of Trustees / Donors

35 At-A-Glance Calendar

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A century ago, when Senator James D. Phelan broke ground on this glorious expanse of 175 forested-acres to build his beloved Montalvo, I doubt that he could have imagined the far-reaching impact he would have on the community, the Valley, and the world. As we prepare to celebrate Montalvo’s Centennial year in 2012, we are more deeply appreciative of his legacy and more deeply committed to keeping his dreams alive as stewards of this magnificent property and its relevant and compelling programs. For example, our innovative Arts Education initiatives served 20,000 school children last year, 7,000 of whom are from low-income Title I schools. We offer children’s theatre, Master Classes, and curriculum-based science, literature, and visual arts tours on-site.

This year, The Montalvo Experience can be characterized by the brand new partnerships we have formed to broaden our outreach to the community. We presented summer concerts in the Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre through our association with the Sobrato Arts Foundation for Education and their ARTTEC program, which mentors youth in backstage production in the performing arts. This September, we present the Shakespeare Santa Cruz production of The Comedy of Errors—a new partnership that holds promise to bring Shakespeare back to Montalvo every year. Finally, we introduced summer String Camps for young musicians through our collaboration with the San Jose Chamber Orchestra and we partnered with the Museums of Los Gatos to present exhibitions by Claudia Borgna. I am so proud to announce our extraordinary schedule of fall, winter and spring programs! We’re thrilled to present 25 Carriage House Theatre Concerts; the second annual Piano Masters Series, which features artists in classical and jazz, and includes a solo performance by one of this country’s most influential composers, Philip Glass; our Villa Chamber Music Series; and our Family Performing Arts Series. At the heart of all this activity is the buoyant energy and adventurous spirit that emanates from the Sally and Don Lucas Artists Residency Program. Over the next few years we will host 27 visual artists from 11 foreign countries as well as more than 100 artists working in a variety of disciplines from California, the United States, and throughout the world. The commitment that these talented artists bring to their work permeates all that we do at Montalvo as we nurture the creative process and give respite from the demands of daily life. Looking ahead, we’ll host our 3rd Annual ARTS SPLASH! Open House and Student Arts Festival in April to kick off Montalvo’s Centennial in 2012. Don’t miss it! We will also present “100 Years, 100 Stories,” an oral history video project; and the Great Gatsby Gala in September! See page 27 for a full Centennial schedule of events. Come and be amazed. Stroll through our magnificent gardens and take a deep breath. Engage in a closer relationship with this dynamic arts institution—and see Senator Phelan’s grand dreams realized for yourself. See you soon,

Angela McConnell,Executive Director

GREETINGS FROMMONTALVO!

Cover, left to right: Cameron Hockenson, Control Tower, 2011; Melissa Manchester; ARTS SPLASH! 2011, photo: Bahara Emami;Eddie Palmieri, Wedding of the Century: A Special Centennial Event; see page 27; photo: Geoff White Photographers.Sunflower in Montalvo’s Garden, photo: Ron Leckie; Villa Montalvo: Ron Leckie; Angela McConnell, photo: Taylor Welty.

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“The very thought of a world-famous composer playing a piano recital of his own

music is mind-boggling... [Glass’ recital] emits the gentle charm of the man

himself, the combination of modesty and self-confidence

that conquers and disarms an audience... People

wandered away, looking as if they had been present at

something important. And of course, they had been.”

— Charleston Post & Courier

PIANOMASTERSSERIES

Philip Glass SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 8PM

$60/$55; Members $54/$50

Philip Glass is widely considered to be one of the most—if not the most—influential composers of the late 20th century. Through his operas, his symphonies, his compositions for his own ensemble, and his wide-ranging collaborations with artists ranging from Twyla Tharp to Allen Ginsberg, Woody Allen to David Bowie, Philip Glass has had an extraordinary and unprecedented impact upon the musical and intellectual life of his times. Glass’ associations, personal and professional, with leading rock, pop and world music artists date back to the 1960s, including the beginning of his collaborative relationship with artist Robert Wilson. Glass is the first composer to win a wide, multi-generational audience in the opera house, the concert hall, the dance world, in film and in popular music—simultaneously. The Daily Telegraph, UK, states, “…what Glass is doing is changing the face of music for our time and all time.”

NEW THIS YEAR: A “Piano Pass” can be purchased for all five Piano Masters Series concerts for $200 for the general public and $190 for members, a savings of up to 15% over single tickets.

The Piano Masters Series is generously supported by

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Simone Dinnerstein SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 8PM

$42/$37; Members $37/$32 “Unadorned but profound bliss.” — San Francisco Chronicle Simone Dinnerstein gained immediate recognition with the remarkable success of her 2007 CD, “Bach’s Goldberg Variations”, which ranked number one on Telarc and the Billboard Classical Chart in its first week, as did her follow-up CD, “The Berlin Concert”. Her latest release, “Bach: A Strange Beauty”, debuted at number one in January 2011—the only time a classical artist has graced the Billboard Top 200 chart, which is drawn from the entire music industry. A graduate of Julliard, Dinnerstein travels around the world to perform, including debuts at The Kennedy Center, Vienna Symphony, Lincoln Center, Berlin Philharmonie and the Aspen and Ravinia festivals.

Eddie Palmieri and the Brian Lynch Jazz Quartet SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 7:30PM

$50/$45; Members $45/$40

“Lynch and Palmieri are arguably each the most important Latin Jazz voices of their respective generations, thanks in no small part to their writing and arranging abilities....” — Evan C. Gutierrez, ALL MUSIC GUIDE

Eddie Palmieri, a nine-time Grammy winner, is known for his distinctive blend of jazz piano with Latin rhythms. With a music career that spans over 50 years, it is no wonder he has been called “the Sun of Latin music.” His mark on the history of Latin music goes unquestioned. Brian Lynch is a Grammy Award winning, New York based jazz trumpeter who is celebrated internationally. He has been a valued collaborator with jazz artists Benny Golson, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Charles McPherson, with Latin music icons Hector LaVoe and Lila Downs, and with pop star Prince.

Daniil Trifornov: Gold Medal Winner XIV Tchaikovsky CompetitionSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 8PM

$42/$37; Members $38/$32

“What he does with his hands is technically incredible.“ — Financial Times

In July, 20-year old Daniil Trifonvo was announced as the Gold Medal winner of the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow. Russian-born Trifonov is emerging as one of the brightest names in the classical world. This year, he also won medals at two more prestigious competitions in classical music: the Rubinstein Competition in Tel Aviv (First Prize) and the Chopin Competition in Warsaw (Bronze Medal).

Joyce YangSUNDAY, APRIL 15, 7:30PM

$42/$37; Members $37/$32

“…the standout was Joyce Yang, who gave a knockout performance of the alternately poetic, fiery and occasionally jazz-tinged piano line.” — The New York Times

In 2005, Joyce Yang came to international attention when she became the Silver Medalist at the 12th Van Cliburn International Competition. The youngest contestant, she swept two more awards, receiving the Steven De Groote Memorial Award for Best Performance of Chamber Music with the Takàcs Quartet, and the Beverley Taylor Smith Award for Best Performance of a New Work. Critically acclaimed as “the most gifted pianist of her generation” with a “million-volt stage presence,” Yang has captivated audiences around the globe with her stunning virtuosity combined with heartfelt lyricism and interpretive sensitivity.

Simone Dinnerstein

Eddie Palmieri

Joyce Yang

Daniil Trifonovo

Photography: Philip Glass: Fernando Aceves; Simone Dinnerstein: Lisa Marie Mazzucco; Joyce Yang: Oh Seuk Hoon.

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Acoustic Alchemy SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 7:30PM

$40/$35; Members $36/31

“Redefining the rules is what Acoustic Alchemy does best.” — All About Jazz

For the past two decades Acoustic Alchemy has dominated the contemporary jazz scene earning three Grammy nominations and accumulating thousands of fans worldwide. Their albums have consistently reached number one on the adult contemporary charts, and fans should expect nothing less from their new CD, Roseland, released this summer. Their unique dual guitar lead featuring Greg Carmichael and Miles Gilderdale captivates audiences with their trademark front and center acoustic guitar synergy.

Melissa Manchester THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 7:30PM

$50/$45; Members $45/$40

“One of the greatest singer/songwriters of our time.” — Don Grigware, Grigwaretalkstheatre.com

Singer-songwriter and actress Melissa Manchester has proven herself to be an all around superstar in the entertainment industry. Best known for her international hits, “Midnight Blue”, “Through the Eyes of Love” and “Don’t Cry Out Loud”, to name just a few, she has won numerous Grammys as well as being nominated many times over. Manchester has written some of the best songs of the era, acted in films and TV, and been honored by the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences with a Governor’s Award.

2011-12 CARRIAGE HOUSE CONCERT SERIES

Enjoy this fine series of great artists in the

intimate 300-seat Carriage House Theatre at

historic Montalvo Arts Center. The acoustically

balanced theatre promises the ultimate concert

experience—there isn’t a bad seat in the house!

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of the concert season and the opportunity to

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Members get the best seats and receive

discounts year-round!

Acoustic Alchemy Melissa Manchester Steep Canyon Rangers

The path leading from the Phelan Cactus Garden to the Love Temple.

Photography: Love Temple: Ron Leckie; Steep Canyon Rangers: David McClister;

Ricki Lee Jones: David Barnum; Chris Cain: AV Ervin.

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Steep Canyon Rangers THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 7:30PM

$40/$35; Members $36/$31

“One of the most engaging string bands around.” — Washington Post

This all-American band has risen to become one of today’s premier acoustic ensembles through creative songwriting that remains true to its bluegrass, country roots, and yet creates a new and powerful brand of bluegrass music. Nominated for Album and Gospel Performance of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 2008, their success continued in 2010 with their solo record Deep In The Shade, which remained on Billboard’s Bluegrass Top 10 for 18 weeks. In March 2011, the band released its first collaborative record, Rare Bird Alert featuring Steve Martin on banjo, which debuted at number one on Billboard’s Bluegrass chart.

Rickie Lee Jones FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 8PM

$49/$44; Members $44/$39

“Rickie Lee Jones still sounds utterly unique. Switching effortlessly between jazzy strums, punchy R&B, waltzing country...”— O Magazine

Described as “one of the most intriguing, idiosyncratic vocalists of our time” by USA Today, Rickie Lee Jones’s performances are infused with over 30 years of experience in rock, blues, pop, soul and jazz. Jones is a two time Grammy Award winning artist, and is ranked #30 on VH1’s 100 Greatest Women of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Her debut album in 1979 included what have become her classic original songs “Chuck E’s in Love”, “On Saturday Afternoons in 1963” and “Last Chance Texaco”. Her three-disc anthology “Duchess of Coolsville” (Rhino) was released in 2005 and featured essays by Randy Newman, Quincy Jones, and Tori Amos.

Marc CohnSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 8PM

$45/$40; Members $40/$36

“Cohn has one of rock’s most soulful croons—a rich, immediately recognizable tenor that makes these songs his own.” — Rolling Stone

Back by popular demand! Marc Cohn, an American folk rock singer-songwriter and musician, is best known for his song “Walking in Memphis” from his 1991 album Marc Cohn, which won him a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. Nominated for Song of the Year and Best Pop Vocal in 1992 helped to further his success when Marc Cohn went platinum. Cohn’s Carriage House show sold out last year! Get your tickets early!

South Bay Blues Blast featuringthe Chris Cain Band and theJ.C. Smith Band with Maxx Cabello Jr. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 8PM

$30/$25; Members $25/$22

“The J.C. Smith Band has quickly become one of the top blues acts in the Bay Area.” — San Jose METRO

These Bay Area blues musicians, accomplished artists in their own right, come together to deliver what is sure to be an unforgettable concert! Cain has garnered four W.C. Handy Blues Award nominations, including guitarist of the year. The combination of his blues upbringing and jazz studies resulted in the searing guitar style that has moved him to the top ranks of the blues music scene. J.C. Smith is a 2006 Bay Area Blues Society West Coast Blues Band of the Year award winner. His current CD, Defining Cool, hit #25 on the Living Blues Radio Charts and was a “Pick to Click” on XM Radio. Cabello is a passionate singer-songwriter who is turning the heads of even the most jaded veteran musicians. John Lee Hooker said of Cabello “Oh yeah, that boy can really play!”

2011-12 CARRIAGE HOUSE CONCERT SERIES

Rickie Lee Jones Marc Cohn Chris Cain

Maxx Cabello Jr.

J.C. Smith

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Richard Thompson FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2, 8PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 8PM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 7:30PM

$45/$40; Members $40/$36

“Richard Thompson has been called the finest rock songwriter after Bob Dylan and the best electric guitarist since Jimi Hendrix.” — L.A. Times

One of the world’s greatest guitarists, a must see performer and one of the best songwriters of all time, Richard Thompson is a legend worldwide, and is back at Montalvo by popular demand. He was named by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the Top 20 Guitarists of all time, is the recipient of the Orville Gibson Award, the 2010 Mojo Les Paul Guitar Award, a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award and a Grammy Award nomination for Dream Attic. Don’t miss this opportunity to see him in the intimacy of the Carriage House Theatre! Don’t delay—tickets for his shows sell out quickly!

Maceo ParkerWEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 7:30PM

$49/$44; Members $44/$40

A true “funk titan,” Maceo Parker is regarded as “simply one of the all-time great saxophonists.” — San Jose Mercury News

A lynch-pin of the great James Brown’s band for two decades, Parker’s funky and electrifying music is known to prompt entire audiences to jump to their feet and dance the night away, giving new meaning to his personal catch phrase “2% Jazz, 98% funky stuff.” Parker released two successful solo albums in 1990, which spent 10 weeks at the top of Billboard’s Jazz Charts. Parker has also played with George Clinton, Bootsy Collins and has toured with Prince since 1999. In 2007, he performed a series of concerts in Germany in tribute to Ray Charles with the Grammy-winning big band, the WDR Band.

Eric Bibb SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 8PM

$35/$30; Members $31/$27

“A voice to die for.”— The Times

“Bibb may be the quietest blues player out there, but he is also becoming one of the best.” — Billboard

Eric Bibb’s unique talent as a performer and songwriter continues to draw critical acclaim around the world. He has been recognized with a Grammy Award nomination, four W.C. Handy Blues Award nominations, and won the “Best Newcomer” title in the British Blues Awards. Hailing from NYC, he has been described by critics as “a total original.” His much anticipated CD, Troubadour Live, was released in May 2011. The iconic Taj Mahal (appearing 4/13 at the Carriage House Theatre) has said of Bibb, “Eric is one of the new, young singers that has appeared on the scene that, much to my delight, has a great voice, is an excellent performer and has a great knowledge about the roots of this music.”

Willie KFRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 8PM

$40/$35; Members $36/$31

“Able to pretty much ace any kind of music from soulful Hawaiian to incendiary rock, Willie has recently been dazling audiences with his extraordinary ability…” — The Maui News

Raised on Maui and known as the “Hawaiian Jimi Hendrix,” Grammy nominated Willie K (Willie Kahaiali`i) has been bringing audiences to their feet for standing ovations since the age of 10. From reggae to rock, blues to opera, Willie’s performances offer a wide range of musical styles that have earned him the reputation of Hawaii’s most versatile artist. Combining Eastern influences with unmatched guitar virtuosity, he has played with such musical giants as B.B. King, Santana, Al DiMeola, Willie Nelson, Prince, Elvin Bishop, and Bonnie Raitt.

2011-12 CARRIAGE HOUSE CONCERT SERIESRichard Thompson Maceo Parker Eric Bibb Willie K

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An Evening with Spencer Day SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 8PM

$40/$35; Members $36/$31

Valentine Celebration Dinner / Concert Package catered by Le Papillon$130* per person; call 408.296.3730 for reservations

Vocalist-songwriter-pianist Spencer Day brought down the house when he last performed at the Carriage House Theatre in February 2011. At 29, he has enjoyed a musical career remarkable for someone twice his age. His voice inspires comparisons to that of Harry Connick Jr. and his compositions to those of Cole Porter, Paul Simon and Rufus Wainwright. His latest release, Vagabond, is a genuine crowd pleaser and demonstrates Day’s eclectic taste and remarkable ear for music. In 2010 the New York Post voted him one of “10 Artists to Watch”! (*beverage, tax and gratuity not included)

The Second City“Laugh Out Loud” Tour SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 8PM

$45/$40; Members $41/$36

“A comedy empire.” — The New York Times

Back by popular demand for the second consecutive year, the first Second City show, “Fair and Unbalanced” sold out within weeks last year! From the company that launched the careers of famous comedians such as Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, and John Belushi to name just a few, come the next generation of the comedy world’s best and brightest in an evening of hilarious sketch comedy and Second City’s trademark improvisation. This is a not-to-be-missed show!

George Kahumoku Jr. andMasters of Hawaiian Music withDennis Kamakahi, Uncle Richard Ho’opi’land Bobby Ingano SUNDAY, MARCH 11, 7:30PM

$40/$35; Members $36/$31

“…every performance is the essence of aloha.” — popmatters.com

George Kahumoku Jr., a master slack key guitarist and a Grammy Award winner, is known as “Hawaii’s Renaissance Man”. He will be joined onstage by Dennis Kamakahi, award-winning slack key guitarist and prolific songwriter of many famous Hawaiian standards; Uncle Richard Ho’opi’l, ukulele and vocals, an NEA Folk Arts Heritage Fellow for Hawaiian falsetto singing; and Bobby Ingano, renowned lay steel guitarist. They will come together for an unforgettable evening in celebration of the Hawaiian culture. George Kahumoku Jr. is a multiple Na Hoku Hanohano (Hawaiian Grammy) Award winner. His most recent compilation Masters of Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar, Vol. 2, captured him his fourth Grammy in January 2010.

2011-12 CARRIAGE HOUSE CONCERT SERIESSpencer Day

George Kahumoku Jr.

Photography: Maceo Parker: Ires Kaiser; Eric Bibb: Patricia de Gorostarzu; sunflower: Ron Leckie; George Kahumoku Jr.: Matt Thayer.

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Kyle Eastwood Band FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 8PM

$35/$30; Members $31/$27

“Very sharp work. Kyle has imagination and skill.” — The Observer, UK

Son of actor Clint Eastwood, Paris based jazz musician Kyle Eastwood has become a star in the jazz world. An accomplished and multi-talented musician and composer, his second album, Paris Blue, rose to number one on the French jazz charts. About his work he says, “My roots remain in jazz but I like adding all kinds of different flavors.” Eastwood composed pieces of music for several of Clint Eastwood’s films, including Mystic River and Million Dollar Baby. In addition, he composed the soundtracks for Eastwood’s Flags of Our Fathers, Letters from Iwo Jima, Gran Torino, and Invictus. His band performs on three continents and receives the highest acclaim.

Taj Mahal & The Trio

FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 6:30PM & 9PM

$50/$45; Members $45/$40

“No artist has stretched the definition of blues like Taj Mahal.” — Christian Science Monitor

A two-time Grammy Award winner, Taj Mahal is one of the most influential American blues and roots artists of the last 50 years. A self-taught composer and multi-instrumentalist, Mahal has done much to reshape the definition and scope of blues music over the course of his long career by gathering and distilling countless musical traditions from a wide range of geographical and cultural sounces. Downbeat said of his latest CD, “Maestro”, which received a 2009 Grammy nomination, “This is a fitting and fun tribute to the wide swath of ideas Mahal has contributed not only to contemporary blues, but to pop music in general.” Taj Mahal doesn’t just stand at the crossroads—he is the crossroads!

Women Fully Clothed THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 7:30PM

$35/$30; Members $31/$27

“Each sketch is a masterpiece of performance and writing.” — The Village Post

“If there’s a group of finer comediennes working these days, I’m not aware of them” (The Globe and Mail). With a cast of four Canadian comedy all-stars, “Women Fully Clothed” never disappoints. In a pastiche of hilarious comedy sketches and improvisation, Kathy Greenwood of “Whose Line is it Anyway?”; Robin Duke of “Saturday Night Live” and Groundhog Day; Janye Eastwood of My Big Fat Greek Wedding and Chicago; and Teresa Pavlinek of “The Jane Show” come together to create the ultimate “all-estrogen comedy dream team.” (Toronto Star)

California Guitar Trio &Montreal Guitar TrioSUNDAY, APRIL 22, 7:30PM

$35/$30; Members $31/$27

“The hottest guitar ensemble in Canada.” — CBC (Montreal Guitar Trio)

This double bill of two stellar guitar trios is a match made in heaven for guitar aficionados! The California Guitar Trio: Bert Lams, Hideyo Moriya and Paul Richards, performs everything from unique originals to dazzling interpretations of jazz, classical, and even surf rock. Together, their technical wizardry is breathtaking! The Montreal Guitar Trio: Glenn Levesque, Mark Morin and Sebastian Dufour, was nominated for Concert of the Year at the prestigious Prix Opus 2002 celebrating musical excellence in Quebec. They have established themselves as a force of rejuvenation and cross-pollination between various musical forms, marrying passionate virtuosity with a stealthy sense of humor that is sure to charm ears and capture hearts.

2011-12 CARRIAGE HOUSE CONCERT SERIESKyle Eastwood Taj Mahal Women Fully Clothed

Photography: Kyle Eastwood: William Ellis; Taj Mahal:Jay Blakesburg; Sunflower: Ron Leckie; Carriage House Theatre: Tim Van den Berg.

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Venues Carriage House Theatre

300-seat indoor theatreMontalvo-produced performances, Family PerformingArts Series and various public programs. Parking: Free on-site parking

Historic Villa, Grand Hall

100-seat Mediterranean-style villa built in 1912Villa Chamber Music Series and other Montalvo-produced performances and special events.Parking: Free on-site parking

Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre

1,200-seat outdoor theatreSummer Concert Series and Shakespeare Santa CruzParking: On-site parking for a fee; free shuttles fromWest Valley College available for Garden Theatre events.

How To Order Tickets Montalvo Box Office

Walk-up: 15400 Montalvo Road, Saratoga CACall: 408.961.5858 Hours: Monday–Friday, 10am–4pm and one hourprior to ticketed events (Closed on weekends)

Montalvo Handling Fees

Box Office orders subject to $5.50 handling fee per ticket;$2 per ticket for Family Performing Arts Series

Online

Montalvoarts.org or ticketmaster.com

Accessibility

Events are wheelchair accessible with prior arrangement. To request disability-related accommodations, please call 408.961.5858.

2011-12 CARRIAGE HOUSE CONCERT SERIES MONTALVO ARTS CENTERVENUES & TICKET INFORMATION

California Guitar Trio Montreal Guitar Trio

Carriage House Theatre.

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Ariel String QuartetSUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 3PM

“Remarkable technical ability and ample supplies ofyouthful passion.” — Washington Post

Formed in Israel and mentored by Itzak Pearlman, the Ariel Quartet moved to the United States in 2004 to continue its professional studies, entering the New England Conservatory of Music where they were the resident ensemble in the prestigious Professional String Quartet Training Program. Though only in their twenties, the Quartet recently celebrated its tenth anniversary and has rapidly gained the attention of the music world. In 2006 they won the Grand Prize of the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. The American Record Guide described the Ariel Quartet as “a consummate ensemble gifted with utter musicality and remarkable interpretive power” and called their performance of Beethoven’s “Quartet Op. 132”—“the pinnacle of the competition.” The Quartet has performed extensively in Israel, Europe, and North America.

The Saint Michael Trio SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 3PM

“If these guys were a company, I’d buy stock.” — San Jose Mercury News

Three centuries of music in less than 75 minutes! The Saint Michael Trio branches out from classical music to make an insane dash through 250 years of trio music. From Baroque to Impressionism to Jazz to Blues to Rock and Roll, this unique trio will be sure to keep audiences entertained with their interesting, humorous and engaging antics. Established in 2007, the trio is Silicon Valley’s update to the classical music scene. Hailed by the national press, they have vaulted to the front ranks of the music establishment, even though the artists, Russell Hancock, Daniel Cher, Michel Flexer are Silicon Valley technorati. Heard in concert halls throughout the nation, they have established an avid following in the Bay Area.

The Saint Michael TrioBrahms & Schumann: It’s ComplicatedSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26

He was brilliant. So was he. And so was she … He was the houseguest who never left … It got convoluted but never tawdry … One of them ends up in the insane asylum … They were discrete, but it’s ALL over their music.

In one of their trademark “informances”, the Saint Michael Trio referees the convoluted relationship between Brahms, his mentor Schumann, and Schumann’s incomparable wife, Clara. In addition to the music, the presentation will feature lively commentary, slides, and demonstrations of the composers’ compositional devices. The Palo Alto Weekly said “The Saint Michael Trio has a passion for divulging interesting details to the audience, using sports metaphors, humor … whatever else helps people understand.”

The Saint Michael Trio will be joined by guest artist Mark McAuliffe (viola) for portions of the program.

Enjoy these great chamber music ensembles from

all over the nation on Sunday afternoons in the

serenity and elegant charm of the Grand Hall in

Montalvo’s historic Villa.

$30 General; $25 Members; $10 Students w/ID

$20 Subscription (Available only when purchasing 3 or more dates from this series.)

Tickets, which are limited to 80 per concert, are only available through the Montalvo Box Office, 408.961.5858, M–F 10am–4pm.

2011-12 VILLA CHAMBER MUSIC SERIESThe Saint Michael Trio Ariel Quartet Amstel Quartet

Photography: Ariel Quartet: Marco Borggreve; Amstel Quartet: Donald Lee.

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Trio VoronezhSUNDAY, MARCH 11, 3PM

“Their technique is flawless in any style, and their sense of rhythm sophisticated and nuanced.” — Portland Oregonian

With Vladimir Volokhin (domra), Sergel Teleshev (bajan), and Valerie Petrukhin (double-bass balalaika), this native Russian folk music band is renowned for its conventional use of Russian musical instruments and folk melodies. The trio’s diverse repertoire ranges from the works of Bach, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky and Stravinsky to Russian folk songs, gypsy dance music, and popular songs by Gershwin. This ever-expanding concert material is arranged by the trio’s members and performed with extraordinary virtuosity entirely from memory. Trio Voronezh’s delightful artistic innovation gives them the ability to alter the way audiences experience classical, folk and contemporary music.

Amstel Quartet SUNDAY, APRIL 22, 3PM

Remco Jek, soprano saxophone; Olivier Sliepen,alto saxophone; Bas Apswoude, tenor saxophone;Ties Mellema, baritone saxophone

“The playing by the Amstel Quartet is nothing short of astounding. Not only are they a brilliant group of individual musicians, they are a brilliant ensemble.” — Fanfare Magazine

Winner of the 2006 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, the Amstel Quartet’s performances are riveting, filled with high energy, emotion and infectious dynamism. From the mystery of Bach’s “Second Cello Suite in D” to Michael Nyman’s music for the film The Piano, the four saxophonists unleash a palpable collective energy and win fans with each performance. Composers such as György Ligeti, Tan Dun, Philip Glass, Michael Nyman and Arvo Pärt have nothing but praise for the ingenious adaptations written by members of the Quartet. The Quartet’s latest CD, Amstel Peijl, was released on the CAG Records label in 2008, featuring landmark saxophone quartets by Glass and Glazunov and an arrangement of a Fauré quintet with pianist Wijnand van Klaveren.

Coulter/Phillips EnsembleSUNDAY, MAY 6, 3PM

The Coulter/Phillips Trio, an instrumental ensemble from Santa Cruz, performs traditional folk music from the Celtic, Scandinavian and American traditions. The core group, William Coulter and Barry and Shelley Phillips, attended the San Francisco Conservatory of Music together where they received Master of Music degrees. Their music ranges from poignant slow airs to rip roaring jigs and reels to contemplative Shaker hymns. Formed in 1983, the group released their first album, Orison, in 1985, and went on to release more than 20 more albums with Gourd Music, a local independent label. The group has performed in Ireland, Taiwan, Germany and all over the US.2011-12 VILLA CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 7:30PMSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2PM & 7:30PMTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 7:30PMFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 7:30PMSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2PM

$40 General / $50–$60 ReservedMontalvo Arts Center members & SSC subscribers receive $5 off per ticket.On-site parking $25; free shuttle service fromWest Valley College.

Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre

For the first time since 1992, Shakespeare Santa Cruz and Montalvo Arts Center are partnering to bring the plays of the world’s greatest playwright back to Saratoga! Featuring two sets of twins separated at birth, mistaken identity, lyrical comedy, and rollicking slapstick, The Comedy of Errors is Shakesepeare’s most popular farce! Directed by Bay Area-favorite Danny Scheie, this hilarious production features seven actors and a live musician, and comes to us fresh off a highly-successful run in Santa Cruz!

The Comedy of Errors

Trio Voronezh Coulter/Phillips Ensemble

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SALLY & DON LUCAS ARTISTS RESIDENCY PROGRAMSince 1939, Montalvo has been home to an international

multidisciplinary artists’ residency through the support of

the Montalvo Association. In 2004, the residency moved to

the new Sally and Don Lucas Artists Residency Program

campus, which provided a state-of-the-art facility, designed

by six teams of architects and artists. Ten architecturally

distinctive live/work studios and the Knight Ridder

Commons building offer an environment conducive to both

individual practice and the energetic exchange of ideas

among international and culturally diverse Fellows.

The Lucas Program, the oldest residency program west of the Mississippi and the third oldest in the U.S, has gained worldwide stature as a model of curatorial practice leading to the support of new and challenging work in the field of contemporary art. The Program has taken Montalvo to new levels of excellence and international recognition, having hosted 332 accomplished artists from 36 countries. Approximately 25% of the artists that Montalvo serves each year are from California. Resident artists are selected through a rigorous, discipline specific nomination process and are then juried by arts professionals in their respective fields. Each year, a few artists are selected to receive a curatorial invitation to the residency.

The Lucas Program was the first (and for many years the only) artists’ residency in the United States to offer a one-year Culinary Fellowship residency; this Culinary Fellowship has served as a model for other programs that now offer a similar residency. To date, Montalvo has nurtured the talents of seven accomplished chefs.

Montalvo encourages all artists-in-residence to respond to the 175 acres surrounding the Lucas Artists Residency Program; the responses may materialize as site-specific works of art or public engagements; artists are also encouraged to propose programs for a Final Friday event, education outreach in the community, or in new ways to be determined.

The programs of the Lucas Artists Residency are made possible, in part, by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Endowment, an advised fund of Silicon Valley Community Foundation; the National Endowment for the Arts; David and Lucile Packard Foundation; and Applied Materials. With the support of generous grants from The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and a partnership grant between The James Irvine Foundation and the Alliance of Artists Communities, the Lucas Artists Residency Program is committed to encouraging the work of artists within the state of California.

Top rows: The artists’ studios at the Lucas Residency Program provide seclusion and inspiration to artists-in-residence who come to Montalvo from all over the world to focus on their creative work.

Bottom row, left: The Commons building is the gathering place for the artists’ evening meal, prepared by the Culinary Fellow, and where artists’ make presentations about their projects or perform while in residence. The administrative offices of the Program are also housed in the Commons building.

Bottom row, right: Artists-in-residence gather for an outdoor evening meal in the Kitchen Garden at the Residency Program.

Studio photos: Tom Ligamari; Commons photo: Ron Leckie.

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SALLY & DON LUCAS ARTISTS RESIDENCY PROGRAM

I will remember the people and the possibilities. I once again experienced the power of food to bring people together and connect them to the land and each other. I am leaving with such a deep love and value of artists and their contributions to this world. Also, for those who spend their time, careers and money to support artists—what amazing dedication and love!” Michelle FuerstCulinary Fellow, 2010Princeton, New Jersey

[The residency] not only helped me to withdraw myself from the city living chaos in order to focus my energy, but also made my physical and mental health better. As a composer, a healthy body and a clear mind are essential to my creativity, especially in turning ideas to results. I was able to concentrate and let all kinds of inspiration to come to me. Wu FeiMusic Fellow, June-May 2011Beijing, China

I think residencies offer a new experience for mid-career artists who might be getting set in their ways and who can use a new place and new associates in order to shake them up a bit. Also, the fact that I had a big project to work on and deadlines to meet—it was a great opportunity to get more work done than I normally would have, due to the intensity of the solitary time. Sandow BirkVisual Arts Fellow,December 2010 – February 2011Long Beach, California

The residency gave me an opportunity to reflect on my practice in a way unique to the situation. I could collect together ideas that had been floating around for some time and experiment with them. Without the time and context that the residency provided, such ideas may well have taken a different path and certainly wouldn’t have come to fruition as they did. Richard T. WalkerMedia Artist, Irvine Fellow, June 2011San Francisco, California

[I] enjoyed the new location and the fresh start in light filled surroundings. Very new to me was the experience of creating in such a quiet, natural environment…it made me aware of how much the environment can affect and therefore, how much energy goes into creating a “safe” workplace, to block out disturbances.Above: Seeing Light, 2010 Nicole SchmölzerVisual Artist, January-April 2010Pratteln, Switzerland

The residency was such a gift. As a mother of two children, finding time and space for my work is so challenging. I was able to feel my own skin again. I was able to hear myself think. I was able to reside more in a place of unknowing about the creative process, which was a real break-through. I was able to discover a deeper voice. Photo: Dennis M Photography Hope MohrChoreographer, August 2010San Francisco, California

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Traces, Twigs and TimeON VIEW THROUGH OCTOBER 30, 2011

Open Daily, FREE to the PublicMontalvo Arts Center Grounds

The 2011 Sculpture on the Grounds exhibition invited Lucas Residency Program artists-in-residence and local artists to explore the possibilities of outdoor public sculpture, experimenting with new materials and methods, including temporality, participatory art forms, creative ecological solutions, architecture, design and media. Montalvo is uniquely positioned to establish its grounds as a laboratory for public art and audience engagement by allowing artists access to the 175 acre park, which ranges in character from densely forested areas traversed by creeks and hiking trails to formal gardens and a sprawling front lawn at the base of the historic Villa. The dynamic artists featured in this exhibition include Cameron Hockenson, Seyed Alavi, Presley Martin, Ali Naschke-Messing, Julie Jacobson, SonicSENSE and Sudhu Tewari of UCSC’s Openlab.

IMAGINE PEACE Wish Tree by Yoko OnoAPRIL 17 – OCTOBER 30, 2011

Open Daily, FREE to the PublicFront Lawn

For Traces, Twigs and Time, Montalvo included internationally recognized conceptual artist Yoko Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE Wish Tree, which is a part of her interactive long-term artwork WISH TREE (1981). The piece has been integral to many of her exhibitions in museums and cultural centers around the world where people have been invited to write their personal wishes for peace on simple white tags and tie them to a tree branch. Montalvo installed the artwork on a large evergreen on the front lawn for the ARTSPLASH Open House in April and issued an open invitation to the community to participate and create an IMAGINE PEACE Wish Tree. When the work is removed in October, the wish tags will be sent to the site of Ono’s IMAGINE PEACE TOWER in Reykjavik, Iceland.

Sculpture on the Grounds was first introduced at Montalvo in 2002 as a way to activate the grounds with community

participation, and showcase the works of significant visual artists. Re-launched last summer after a hiatus of

several years, the 2011 exhibition features work by both local artists and Lucas Artists Residency Fellows, who

were provided an opportunity to enliven the grounds with works that challenged their own artistic practice.

SCULPTURE ONTHE GROUNDS

Top, left to right:Seyed Alavi, Fabric Study in Pots, 2011, repurposed plastic plant pots, nuts and bolts, vinyl tubing, wire. Photo: Nathan Zanon.

Cameron Hockenson, Control Tower, 2011, reclaimed wood, screws, chicken wire, hooks, mp3 player, courtesy of the artist.Seyed Alavi, Signs: Text Road Poem (The Divine Comedy), 2011, aluminum and paint. Photo: Nathan Zanon.

Claudia Borgna, plastic bags and ephemeral dreams, 2011, plastic bags, courtesy of the artist.Yoko Ono, Wish Tree, 1981, paper string, pencil. Photo: Patrick Lydon.

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OUTSIDE: The Work of Claudia BorgnaSEPTEMBER 30 – NOVEMBER 13

Open Daily, FREE to the PublicMontalvo Arts Center Grounds

Montalvo Arts Center and The Museums of Los Gatos have partnered to present Inside and Outside: The Work of Claudia Borgna. The two-part exhibition will be on view at both the Museums and at Montalvo. With cases of recycled plastic bags in tow, Borgna has lead a semi-nomadic life traveling the world and examining the relationship between nature and the manmade world through her work. Her site-specific installations explore how the “plastic” and the natural realms interact with one another and create new ephemeral orders. As part of Traces, Twigs and Time, Borgna will be in residence at the Lucas Residency Program and will respond to Montalvo’s grounds by creating an installation using thousands of plastic bags in what she refers to as the “evolution of landscape.” Borgna has exhibited throughout Europe, Mexico and the USA. She is the recipient of grants from both the Joan Mitchell and the Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner Foundations and was awarded the Royal British Society of Sculptors Bursary Award as well as the Pritzker Foundation Endowed Fellowship Award.

RELATED EVENTS AT ART MUSEUM OF LOS GATOS

Exhibition: Claudia Borgnaplastic bags and ephemeral dreamsSEPTEMBER 22– NOVEMBER 18 PUBLIC OPENING: OCTOBER 2, 5PM– 6 PM

Lecture: art:inFOCUSClaudia Borgna: “Nothing is forever: a moment, a monument,a memorial; passing by sight-specific ephemerality” SEPTEMBER 29, 6 PM– 8PM

Tickets: $15 General; $10 Montalvo and Museum MembersCall 408.395.7386 to purchase tickets.Art Museum of Los Gatos, 4 Tait Avenue @ Main Street www.museumsoflosgatos.org

Right, from top: Sculpture on the Grounds Opening Celebration 2011: Lawn Gnome Love, performed by Cardboard Box Theatre Project; Julia Jacobson, Cy Pres 1, Cy Pres 2, and Cy Pres 3 (2011), cork and steel, courtesy the artist; Sudhu Tewari, click, click, click (2011), re-purposed bicycle parts, aluminum and fire extinguishers, courtesy the artist and Openlab UCSC. Photos: Patrick Lydon

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Yassin Adnan &Nagat Sayed Ali Mohamed FRIDAY, AUGUST 26

Lucas Artists Residency Commons

Yassin Adnan and Nagat Sayad Ali Mohamed are part of Beirut 39, a group of 39 exciting new voices in Arab literature. The Beirut 39 competition, a collaboration between the Hay Festival and Beirut World Capital of the Book 2009, set out to honor emerging writers struggling to find a wider audience. Through a partnership with the Alliance of Artists Communities, the Lucas Residency Program is supporting Beirut 39 by offering residencies to these artists.

Funding to the Alliance of Artists Communities for this project is provided by The Doris Duke Foundation for Islam Art | Building Bridges Program and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Claudia Borgna FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Lucas Artists Residency Commons

Visual artist Claudia Borgna will discuss her work created for Montalvo’s grounds. Borgna investigates the “evolution of landscape,” a process started and affected by modern life and consumerism. Working with recycled plastic bags, she creates site-specific installations that reflect “a world that overflows with waste.” Space is limited.

Culinary Fellow Andrea BlumFRIDAY, OCTOBER 28

6pm Free Discussion7:30pm–10pm Pop-Up Café; $50 General / $40 Members

Historic Villa

Join us at 6pm for a discussion with Culinary Fellow Andrea Blum as she reviews her year-long residency, followed by her Pop-Up café, a dinner (see ticket prices above) inspired by her experiences at the Lucas Artists Residency Program. Space is Limited; see page 23 for details.

George Tsontakis FRIDAY, JANUARY 27

Historic Villa

Composer George Tsontakis will discuss the new collaborative work he is developing in response to “Going Forth By Day”, a video work by Bill Viola, supported by a commission from Chamber Music Monterey Bay. Tsontakis is the recipient of two major prizes: the international 2005 Grawemeyer Award and the 2007 Charles Ives Living, which is awarded to a living American composer by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Photo: Anne Cusak

Bobby Privite & Andrea Kleine FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24

Historic Villa

Musician Bobby Privite, and his partner, Andrea Kleine, a writer, playwright, and performance artist will present works they have developed during their residency. Previte will perform a short solo while recounting the genesis of the modern drum set. Kleine, will present excerpts from her performance works about acting and re-enactment.

LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH, 6PM – 7PM

Locations Vary, Free admission, except where noted

Final Fridays offer a peek inside the Sally and Don Lucas Artists Residency Program. Guests meet Artist Fellows from

around the world, participate in the creative process, and learn about artistic practices from composers and musicians,

choreographers, filmmakers, writers, and visual artists. Final Fridays are not held in November and December.

FINAL FRIDAYSYassin Adnan Nagat Sayed Ali Mohamed Claudia Borgna George Tsontakis Bobby Privite & Andrea Kline

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Conference of the Birds UnfeatheredHaleh Abghari (voice); Laurie San Martin (composer);Chris Froh (percussion) with Dana Harel (set design) FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 8PM

Carriage House Theatre Tickets: $20 General / $15 Members / $8 Students Laurie San Martin and Haleh Abghari are joined by percussionist Chris Froh to present a new work inspired by Farid al-Din Attar’s 12th century poem, “The Conference of the Birds.” Abghari and San Martin began collaborating on this project while in residence at the Lucas Artists Program, where they met visual artist Dana Harel. This new musical and theatrical form of storytelling for voice, percussion and computer-processed sounds draws on Korean pansori and Iranian traditional music, as well as bird songs and Western classical music. The story follows a group of birds that venture through extreme challenges to find a leader. Aspects of the original story are woven together with other stories in a satirical and dramatic performance. Photo, Haleh Abghari: Jill Steinberg

Right: Dana Harel, Circus Ranivorous, 2009, graphite on paper, 96” x 72”, courtesy of the artist and Frey Norris Contemporary & Modern.

Beth Custer Ensemble presentsMy Grandmother FRIDAY, MAY 25, 8:30PM

Lilian Fontaine Garden TheaterTickets: $20 General / $15 Members / $8 Students

My Grandmother is a silent film made in 1929 by Soviet Georgian director Kote Mikaberidze and banned by the Soviet regime for 40 years. Beth Custer has coupled this amazing film with her own score, a quick-paced pastiche of American jazz and blues, contemporary classical, and world folk music. Forgotten for a half-century, Kote Mikaberidze’s film is a delightful example of the Soviet Eccentric Cinema movement as well as an irreverent satire of the then still-young Soviet State system. Noted for its anarchic styles—which include stop-motion, puppetry, exaggerated camera angles, animation and constructivist sets—the film unspools the foibles and follies that abound when a Georgian paper pusher, modeled after American silent comic Harold Lloyd, loses his job.

The Beth Custer Ensemble features guitarist David James (The Coup, Spearhead), drummer Jan Jackson, Will Bernard (Motherbug), bassist Mark Calderon (The Meters) with special guests trumpeter Chris Grady (Tom Waits) on trumpet and percussion, Jessica Ivry on cello (Real Vocal String Quartet), and Dina Maccabee on violin (Vienna Teng). Nils Frykdahl (Sleepytime Gorilla Museum) narrates the film’s intertitles.

NEWDIRECTIONS

Throughout the 2011-2012 program season, Montalvo will continue a

series of performance works that will explore new directions in dance,

music, performing arts and drama. Organized by Kelly Sicat, Director,

Lucas Artists Residency Program, this series features the work of former

residency Fellows and other selected artists; additional performances to

be announced.

Haleh Abghari

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Natural and Creative Capital Fall of 2011 will conclude our 18-month investigation into issues of the sustainability of our natural and creative environments in a formal way, however the quest for sustainability will lead Montalvo into its next century—as we continue to grow and nurture our natural and creative capital.

Records and Marks ON VIEW THROUGH OCTOBER 16, 2011

Scientists and artists alike are fascinated with mapping both natural and manmade phenomena, from landscapes to highways to towns, from human behaviors to digital data. Maps provide navigation systems and access to places unknown. As part of Natural and Creative Capital, a review of the current recordings of humanity and human nature seemed in order. More and more frequently, it is our artists that are being called upon to assist in visualizing and interpreting information. Artists Lordy Rodriguez, Adriane Colburn, Alexander Chen, Amanda Hughen and Ehren Reed present their works of mapping developed from their own personal introspection into geography and identity, ranging from a delicate interpretation of city infrastructure to a sound composition and data visualization based upon the New York City subway systems. Employing the tools of cartography, these artists allow visitors to explore the peaks and valleys in which a creative mind travels the imagination to interpret reality.

Soil to Site OCTOBER 28 – JANUARY 15, 2012

Opening Reception: Friday, October 28, 7pm As a conclusion to Natural and Creative Capital, Soil to Site provides a contemplative look at the relationship of culture and nature. Throughout history artists have chosen natural spaces as their subject matter and now more than ever it seems these relationships are complicated with concerns for the sustainability of place, the permanence of humanity and our own interconnection to the vast world. It is through the reflections of video artist Richard T. Walker and the collection of Bay Area artist, Mari Andrews, that the viewer will ponder their very own relationship to the world around them, and to what we hold dear and what we disregard.

Reflections from a Century!JANUARY 27, 2012 – APRIL 22, 2012

Opening Reception: Friday, January 27, 2012, 7pm

Montalvo is turning 100! The historic Villa and the estate will mark its Centennial year in 2012. It was Montalvo that California’s first democratically elected Senator, James Duval Phelan, called home. It was Montalvo where Phelan entertained artists, politicians, soldiers, scholars and cultural figures throughout his life (1912 – 1930). Through an interactive timeline, this exhibition will explore one hundred years of Montalvo history, beginning with it’s founder and following the numerous ways in which his bequest and legacy have been instrumental in establishing Montalvo’s venerable position in the cultural landscape of Silicon Valley and beyond.

THURSDAY – SUNDAY, 11AM – 3PM

The Gallery is located near the Carriage House Theatre.

Free admission

PROJECT SPACE GALLERY

Top, left to right:

Alexander Chen, MTA.ME, 2011, Video still of composed NYC Subway lines.

Mari Andrews, Untitled, glass jars, soil, courtesy the artist

Richard T. Walker, the hierarchy of relevance, 2010, single channel, HD Blu-Ray, color, sound, 7 min. 58 sec., dimensions variable, courtesy of the artist and Christopher Grimes Gallery.

Montalvo’s Senator James Duval Phelan and his dog, Boz.

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The Creative Mind:An Evening with Stephen ShoreA Celebration of Autism Awareness Month

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4, 6:30PM

Carriage House TheaterFree admission

Nonverbal until the age of four and diagnosed with “atypical development with strong autistic tendencies,” Stephen Shore was regarded as “too sick” to be treated as an outpatient and was recommended for institutionalization. Fortunately, his parents disagreed. With their persistence and the help of teachers, friends and professionals, he progressed more than anyone thought possible. Shore is now completing his Ph.D in special education at Boston University with a focus on helping autistic people to develop their capacities to the fullest extent. Highly sought after as a speaker able to articulate the autistic mind, Shore will present an evening of conversation to celebrate Autism Awareness Month. Photo: Nathan Paluga

Commonwealth Club ProgramsCheck the website for program updates:www.montalvoarts.org/programs/commonwealth

Montalvo is pleased to continue its partnership with the Silicon Valley chapter of the Commonwealth Club to present conversations with distinguished speakers on issues that concern our community and region. The Commonwealth Club is the nation’s oldest and largest public affairs forum presenting 400 annual events on topics ranging across politics, culture, and society. The Club broadcasts programs locally on KLIV (1590 AM) every Thursday at 7pm and 10pm.

Montalvo’s arts education programs advance a commitment to

lifelong learning and invite engagement in the creative process.

More than 20,000 students participate in Montalvo’s arts education

programs each year, 7000 are from low-income schools.

School Field Trips to Montalvo Visit historic Montalvo as part of a California history, science, and art tour. Through the Wells Fargo Performing Arts Series for students (K-12), experience performances that explore theater, dance, music, literature, ethnic cultures, and social concerns.

Outreach Residencies & Workshops in SchoolsLocal teaching artists and artists from the Lucas Residency Program teach hands-on classes in visual and performing arts.

Professional Development Conference“Arts in Your Classroom” SATURDAY, MARCH 24, 2012, 8:30AM – 4PM

Montalvo’s 10th annual conference will engage educators in hands-on workshops in visual and performing arts.

ARTS SPLASH! Student Arts FestivalSATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2012, 11:00AM – 4PM

Montalvo invites students K-12 to create projects in all art disciplines to display at the Open House event.

SAVE THE DATE!

Starry, Starry Night: Art & Astronomy Slumber PartyFRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2012, 7PM –SATURDAY, AUGUST 11, 2012, 8AM

Celebrate mankind’s fascination with the heavens and astronomy’s influence on art through the ages. Learn about the night skies and the art it inspires through stimulating talks by astronomers, storytellers’ tales, art installations and films. Sleep under the stars and wake to a delicious pancake breakfast at the Villa.

ARTS EDUCATION OUTREACHStephen Shore Lang Lang Master Class 2011 Summer Arts Camp Arts Workshop

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Growing Great Summer VegetablesMaster Gardener Edgar LoSATURDAY, MARCH 3, 10AM – 11:30AM

Kitchen GardenLucas Artists Residency Program $30 / $20 Members

Join Master Gardener Edgar Lo as he teaches participants how to grow strong and flavorful summer vegetables including beets, beans, peppers, carrots and summer squash. Lo is the original cultivator of the “Ed’s Millennium” tomato, which has garnered praise in tastings with the Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County and beyond.

MASTER GARDENER SERIESMASTER GARDENER SERIES$30 PER SESSION / $20 MEMBERS

As the Lucas Artists Residency Program expands the reaches of its culinary program, a strong and sustainable

kitchen garden is essential to support the development of this art form. Through the Garden Workshops we provide

access to our committed Master Gardeners and our beekeeper—who worked tirelessly this past year to ensure that

we develop and sustain our culinary resources. Their expertise and hands-on informational workshops will inform

your efforts in creating a strong and productive kitchen garden at home.

Doug Smith Ed Lo

Wintertime in the Garden:Good for You, Good for the Garden!Master Gardener Edgar LoSATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 10AM – 11:30AM

Kitchen GardenLucas Artists Residency Program

Learn what you need to do to have a great winter garden – just in time for planting season! Topics to be discussed are cover crops, peas, lettuce, broccoli, brussel sprouts, beets and garden soil. In addition to his enthusiasm for gardening and his appreciation for fine food and wine, Lo’s interests take him into the community as a fisherman, wild mushroom forager, and beekeeper. A retired aerospace specialist, Lo is a strong advocate for healthy living and also shares his passions through Qi Gong martial arts training and instruction. Reaping the Harvest: Honey ExtractionResident Beekeeper Doug Smith SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 10AM – 1:30PM

Lucas Artists Residency Program Grounds

Beekeeping is fun and easy and we can prove it! This class includes information on bee biology and what it takes to become a hobbyist, as well as hands-on experience in honey extraction from Montalvo’s bee hives. Instructor Doug Smith is president of Bees at Home and the resident beekeeper for the Lucas Artists Residency Program.

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Pastries with Clair Ptak THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 6:30PM – 9:30PM

Lucas Artists Residency Commons

Distinguished pastry chef, Claire Ptak, owner of Violet Bakery in London, has been baking since she was four years old. With no formal training, she walked into Chez Panisse and introduced her huckleberry tartlets with rose-geranium pastry cream to Alice Waters, who was so impressed she offered Ptak a job! Her luscious cupcake creations have a cult following from local kids to Stella McCartney and Jamie Oliver. Join Ptak for a hands-on demonstration, followed by a prix-fix dinner prepared by Andrea Blum in celebration of modern pastries.

Charcuterie with Peter TemkinSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 3:30PM – 6:30PM

Lucas Artists Residency Commons

Join chef Peter Temkin for a fascinating insight into the world of charcuterie—the art of cured meat! Classically-trained, he has been deeply involved in opening several high-profile restaurants, including Spruce, where he developed their charcuterie program. Enjoy a glass of prosecco while Temkin demonstrates this ancient artisanal technique, followed by a prix-fix meal prepared by Blum.

Haute Cuisine with Michelin StarExecutive Chef Joseph HumphreyTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 6:30PM – 9:30PM

Historic Villa

Joseph Humphrey’s culinary approach celebrates the region’s local, sustainable and organic farms, its ranches and its artisans. Humphrey is the executive chef of Murray Circle restaurant at Cavallo Point. Prior to that, he was executive chef at Auberge du Soleil and at Meadowood, where he won two Michelin stars. With Blum, Humphrey will demonstrate the art of haute cuisine, followed by a seated tasting.

Pop-Up Café with Culinary FellowAndrea BlumFRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 7:30PM – 10PM

Historic Villa Tickets $50 General / $40 Members; space is limited

As the culmination of her Fellowship, Blum will create a Pop-Up Café in the historic Villa. The intersection of food and art is the creative lead for the evening, where she will envision a space that embodies her experiences and engages some of the artists she has met over the past year. The prix-fix menu will transport you to a place of abundant creativity, with each course embodying a story and the tastes of Montalvo.

$75 PER SESSION / $65 MEMBERS

Series Price (Including the Pop-Up Café): $270 General / $200 Members

Curated and organized by Culinary Fellow Andrea Blum, the Chefs Tasting Salon is a series of culinary workshops

showcasing each chef’s food passion, whether it’s pastry, charcuterie or vegetables! Attendees will experience cooks

at the top of their game! Each salon will include a hands-on demonstration followed by an inspired tasting menu and

fascinating stories. Each event promises to be an insightful and delicious evening!

CHEFS TASTING SALON SERIES

Clair Ptak Peter Temkin Joseph Humphrey Andrea Blum

Photography: Edgar Lo: Barbara Lo; Kitchen Garden Tool Shed: Ron Leckie; Clare Ptak: Jamie Violet; Joseph Humphrey: Laura Flippen; Andrea Blum: Goodeye Photography + Design.

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Charlotte’s WebSATURDAY NOVEMBER 12, 11AM

$20 adult/$10 child | Members: $16 adult/$8 child

Based on E.B. White’s beloved tale, Charlotte’s Web tells of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman—she will create a “miracle.” Spinning the words “Some Pig” in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution that not only makes Wilbur a prize pig, but also ensures his place on the farm forever. Theatreworks USA brings this treasured tale to life, featuring mad-cap and endearing farm animals and exploring bravery, selfless love, and the true meaning of friendship.

FAMILY PERFORMING ARTS SERIESThe Elves and the Shoemaker SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1PM

$20 adult/$10 child | Members: $16 adult/$8 child

In California Theatre Center’s production, two merry elves arrive in a small village in the Black Forest to discover a poor shoemaker in need of assistance. Thanks to the elves’ cleverness, the shoemaker is saved from a bleak and unhappy holiday in this classic tale adored by children and adults around the world.

Special Activity: Be an elf this holiday season—participate in Montalvo’s shoe drive by bringing a pair of new or “gently used” shoes to donate when you come to the play! Donations are distributed to needy families through Sacred Heart’s Clothes Closet in San Jose.

CinderellaSUNDAY, MARCH 18, 1PM

$20 adult/$10 child | Members: $16 adult/$8 child Cinderella struggles to escape her wicked stepmother and ugly stepsisters to attend the Royal Ball. With a little magical help, she arrives in finery to find her Prince Charming. Rediscover one of the most popular fairy tales of all time in this family favorite brought to life by the imaginary team at California Theater Center.

Winter Arts Camp:Young Resident Visionaries MONDAY, FEB 20 – FRIDAY, FEB 24, 10AM - 4PM

Ages 7-12$175 General / $160 Members

Inspired by Montalvo’s Lucas Artists Residency Program, this five-day camp will introduce young minds to diverse artistic disciplines of design. Each young artist will participate in process-oriented activities around ideas of place—through architecture, landscape, graphic and fashion design. Housed in a residency studio, this camp fosters an atmosphere of experimentation and exploration as students develop concepts of place that may include model building, space planning, graphic identity, and textile design. The experience encourages friendships through the sharing of ideas and collaborative projects while allowing for individual growth and self-expression.

SUMMER CAMPS!A full schedule of Summer

Camps will be announced in

January! Become a member

today and receive early

registration privileges!

The Elves and the Shoemaker Cinderella Br’er Rabbit

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Glenn Roven’s Runaway BunnyPerformed by the Saint Michael TrioSATURDAY, APRIL 14, 11AM

$20 adult/$10 child | Members: $16 adult/$8 child

The Runaway Bunny, by Margaret Wise Brown, is one of the most beloved and best-selling children’s books of all time. It is the story of a small bunny rabbit who wants to run away, but his mother always tells him “if you run away, I will run after you,“ because she loves her baby bunny. The book has been in print for 60 years, and has been translated into 23 languages, including Japanese, Chinese, and Hebrew. Four-time Emmy award-winning composer Glen Roven originally set his musical adaptation of the book as a concert piece for violin, narrator and orchestra. Now he has reworked it for piano trio for an exclusive Montalvo premiere, featuring the Saint Michael Trio. The music has a fresh, contemporary feeling to it, and the narration makes it especially accessible to children!

Br’er Rabbit & Other Trickster Talesfrom Around the World SATURDAY, APRIL 28, 11AM

$20 adult/$10 child | Members: $16 adult/$8 child

Celebrate the wiles and cunning of the underdogs – Br’er Rabbit (Southern USA), Tio Coñejo (Mexico), and Ananse the Spider (Ghana) —as they discover self-reliance and creative problem solving skills when they find themselves in a pickle. Boxtales Theatre Company presents a humorous and magical journey with wily creatures who teach us folk wisdom, morals, and life lessons in this collection of Trickster Tales from around the world. Funded in part by a grant from Arts Council Silicon Valley, in partnership with the County of Santa Clara, California Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

FAMILY PERFORMING ARTS SERIES

CENTENNIAL KICKOFF!

ARTSSPLASH! 3rd Annual ARTS SPLASH!and BIRTHDAY BASH Open House/Open Studios &Student Arts Festival

SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 201211AM – 4PM

Free admission

This years ARTSPLASH Open House and Student Arts Festival will kick off Montalvo’s Centennial Celebration with exciting artworks and performances in all artistic disciplines created by Bay Area student groups responding to the theme of Imagining California, Past, Present and Future, co-sponsored by the Santa Clara County of Education. Enjoy a day of fun, food, friends, and art for all ages, including live music and performance, visual arts in the Project Space Gallery, hands-on art making, and tours of the grounds and historic Villa. We will also have a special 100th Birthday Commemoration of Montalvo and its founder, Senator James Phelan. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to go behind the scenes in Open Studios at Montalvo’s Lucas Artists Residency Program—and the opportunity to talk with the artists-in-residence. Wear your walking shoes, and plan to spend the day and help launch a yearlong celebration of Montalvo Arts Center!

ARTS SPLASH! 2011

Young drummers perform at ARTS SPLASH! 2011.ARTS SPLASH! photos: Bahara Emami

ARTS SPLASH! 2010

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Join us throughout the year as we celebrate the history and futureof Montalvo through these very extraordinary events:

Reflections from a Century!JANUARY 27, 2012 – APRIL 22, 2012

Through an interactive timeline, this exhibition will explore one hundred years of Montalvo history. See details on page 20.

3rd Annual ARTS SPLASH!& BIRTHDAY BASH Open House/Open Studios &Student Arts Festival SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 2012, 11AM – 4PM

Free admission

Montalvo throws open its doors far and wide to the entire community for the official Centennial kick-off celebration event! See page 25 for details.

100 Stories, 100 YearsONGOING, BEGINNING APRIL 2012

A multi-year oral history and video project that will invite local audiences to tell their stories, impressions and memories of Montalvo over the years.

Wedding of the CenturySUNDAY, JUNE 10, 2012

A joyous celebration and opportunity on the Great Lawn to renew marital vows for any and all who wish to attend—topped off with champagne toasts, wedding cake and more!

Rock pARTy: Sculpture on the GroundsFRIDAY, JULY 20, 2012

A summer party blast with live performances, spirited music, food and drink to mark the opening of the 2012 Sculpture on the Grounds exhibition on the Great Lawn.

Great Gatsby White-Tie GalaSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2012

A grand celebration in the great style of the 20s and 30s complete with vintage cars, elegant dresses, great music, and lots of surprises!

In 2012 the Villa at Montalvo Arts Center turns 100 years old! Built by Senator James D. Phelan, California’s first democratically elected Senator, his beloved estate in Saratoga has evolved into one of the Bay Area’s leading arts institutions and artist residency programs. It was at Montalvo where Phelan entertained artists, politicians, soldiers, scholars and cultural figures until his death in 1930, at which time he bequeathed the estate to the state of California with a very specific mandate:

“I would like the property at Saratoga, California…to be maintained as a public park open under reasonable restrictions, the buildings and grounds immediately surrounding the same to be used as far as possible for the development of art, literature, music, and architecture by promising students.”

Montalvo has kept Senator Phelan’s legacy alive for all these years through the hard work and dedication of countless people who have supported the institution and the artists it serves with their time, creativity and financial resources, all in recognition of the deep importance of the arts and nature in our everyday lives.

MONTALVO ARTS CENTERCELEBRATING 100 YEARS!

Photography: Great Lawn, opposite page: Montalvo Historic Archive; Love Temple, above: Ron Leckie.

SILICON VALLEY’S OASIS OF CULTURE AND NATURE SINCE 1912

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Historically known as Villa Montalvo, Montalvo Arts Center is located on the 175-acre summer estate built in 1912 by James Duval Phelan (1861-1930). Phelan, a passionate Californian who had been a three-term progressive mayor of San Francisco, went on to become California’s first popularly-elected U.S. Senator. Villa Montalvo, an elegantly appointed Mediterranean-style house, was Senator Phelan’s favorite home and a vital center of artistic, political and social life in Northern California.

After a thorough search and ultimate purchase of the land on which to build his country estate, Senator Phelan commissioned William Curlett, a prominent San Francisco architect to build Villa Montalvo, based on Phelan’s own preferences for early California design and elegant materials, such as the 16th century carved wooden doors from Granada, Spain that serve as the main entrance to the building. Phelan also brought an artisan from Italy to create the beautiful woodwork that can be seen throughout the living quarters. A

second architect, Charles E. Gottschalk, completed work on the house when William Curlett fell ill. The Senator moved into his beloved country home in October of 1912. Today, the Villa at Montalvo is on the National Register of Historic Landmarks.

For more than 75 years, Montalvo Arts Center has served the South Bay as a center of creativity through a wide range of exceptional opportunities for involvement with the arts to diverse audiences. Ranging from the Sally and Don Lucas Artists Residency Program (see page 14), the performing arts series for adults and children, visual arts programs and exhibitions, literary events, and arts education programs, Montalvo successfully connects the larger national and international arena of exemplary artistic talent with the South Bay community. In its role as a contemporary arts center, Montalvo fosters creativity, nurtures new talent and spurs active engagement with the arts through commissions of new work, presentation of acclaimed and emerging artistic talent, and arts education initiatives. Relevance to the community is key.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF MONTALVOMontalvo Arts Center’s mission is to create and present arts of all types, nurture artists, and use our historic Villa,

buildings, and grounds in innovative ways that engage people in the creative process.

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HISTORICVILLA TOURS SATURDAYS: SEPT 17, 10AM; NOV 12, 1PM;DEC 10, 10AM; MAR 17, 11AM

SUNDAYS: OCT 16, 11AM; JAN 15, 11AM;FEB 25, 11AM; APR 14, 1PM; MAY 20, 1PM

$10pp / Members + 1 guest FREE Recommended for ages 12+

Celebrate the centennial of our historic Villa. Learn about SenatorPhelan’s country home, his colorful life and celebrated friends, the arts center as it was then and now, and more. The two-hour tours are led by trained volunteer docents; space is limited and reservations are required two days in advance; call the Montalvo Box Office at 408.961.5858 to reserve.

NOTE: Tours include steps and grades. Please call ahead for an accessible tour. ASL tours for the hearing-impaired are available by arrangement.

HISTORY WALKS SEPT 3; OCT 1; NOV 5; DEC 3; JAN 7; FEB 4;MAR 3; APR 7; MAY 5; JUN 2; JUL 7; AUG 4

Two walks on each date: 11am and Noon Recommended for ages 12+

Volunteer docents lead FREE educational history walks around the outside of the historic Villa on the first Saturday of each month. Departing from the Project Space Gallery, walks last approximately 20 minutes and depart on the hour at 11 am and noon. Space is limited and reservations are encouraged to ensure volunteer availability. To reserve and for details, contact the Montalvo Box Office at 408.961.5858.

NOTE: All dates are subject to change or cancellation without notice. History Walks are outside only and do not tour the inside of the historic Villa. Walks include steps and grades; for an accessible History Walk, please call 408.961.5858 in advance or contact Volunteer Resources at volunteer@montalvoarts.org.

Opposite page, top row, left to right:A typical summer luncheon at Villa Montalvo in the early days; the Italianate Garden in all its glory as it was originally designed by Senator Phelan and his garden consultants; a social gathering of artists, writers and prominent friends of Senator Phelan at Montalvo.

Opposite page, bottom row, left to right:Senator James Duval Phelan; the original Spanish Courtyard as conceived by Senator Phelan and his architects; Senator Phelan, his dog Boz, and friends in the gardens at Montalvo.

This page, right: The Spanish Courtyard today after a full restoration, completed this year, and made possible in part by a grant from the County of Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department’s Historical Heritage Grant Program.Photo: Nathan Zanon, all others: Ron Leckie.

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DID YOU KNOW THAT YOU CAN RENTMONTALVO’S HISTORIC VILLA AND GARDENS…for your wedding?for your special private event?for your corporate event?

Make your wedding, private party, or corporate event even more memorable by choosing Montalvo’s elegant Mediterranean Villa and lush grounds as your venue. The Villa is a nationally registered historic landmark that was built in 1912 and is set on 175 secluded acres in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, surrounded by an exquisite Italianate garden, monumental trees and extraordinary plantings.

Montalvo has been the favorite wedding venue for multiple generations of Californians and remains one of the Bay Area’s preferred venues for spectacular weddings and private events. At Montalvo you may have use of the Great Lawn, historic Villa, Spanish Courtyard, Oval Garden, and Love Temple for your ultimate wedding and reception.

Montalvo has a wide range of facilities available for almost any type of event year-round: From the historic Villa with courtyard and grounds for up to 700 guests, to our vintage cottage that is perfect for an all day meeting and holds up to 14 people. Our outdoor Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre is perfect for a private corporate performance for up to 1,100 guests or our indoor Carriage House Theatre with plush red seats for 300 guests. Montalvo’s Great Lawn can accommodate up to 1,000 guests for a picnic with team-building activities. Just imagine what your event can become at Montalvo Arts Center.

Contact Kathleen Kirkpatrick, Manager, Corporate and Private Events, kkirkpatrick@montalvoarts.org or go to montalvoarts.org/rentals or herecomestheguide.com/location/detail/villa-montalvo

Dennis M Photography

Geoff White Photographers

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MONTALVO SERVICE GROUP The Montalvo Service Group, more than 50 years old, is comprised of a corps of dedicated volunteers who host a series of events throughout the year with all proceeds benefiting the restoration of the Villa and education programs. Their highly popular events usually sell out. Reserve early! To make reservations for all Montalvo Service Group 2011-2012 events, please call 408.961.5823 or email msg@montalvoarts.org. Additional information: montalvoarts.org/volunteer/msg

Yuletide Marketplace NOVEMBER 18 & 19, 2011, 10AM – 3PM

Admission is FREE; on-site parking (nominal fee)

The entire Villa is beautifully decorated for this annual holiday celebration as the Montalvo Service Group hosts an indoor European-style marketplace with handcrafted gifts, unique artisans, and holiday-décor. A bistro serving light fare is new this year!

Yuletide Holiday Party NOVEMBER 20, 2011, 5PM – 9PM

Celebrate the holidays with friends and family at this grand event! Come eat, drink and be merry! Wines and champagne! Music and dancing! Reservations required; $75 per person.

Yuletide Champagne High Teas DECEMBER 2, 3, & 4, 2011, 2PM– 4PM

Enjoy a variety of delicate sandwiches, pastries, and champagne for an unforgettable afternoon! New this year: tours of the Villa will be available ($7 fee; reservations required). Reserve your place early—these teas always sell out! $45 per person.

Mother’s Day Champagne BrunchSUNDAY, MAY 13, 2012

Treat your mother to a special day at the historic Villa. The popular event features a delicious buffet brunch catered by Pat Smith’s Extravaganza. Three seatings; reservations required. Seating options include the Villa, Spanish Courtyard, and Front Veranda.

Summer Luncheons at the Villa WEDNESDAYS, JULY & AUGUST 2012

The Montalvo Service Group hosts their lovely wine and salad summer luncheons at the historic Villa. Dine al fresco on the front and side veranda of the Villa, just as Senator Phelan and his guests did nearly a century ago! Three seatings are available; reservations fill quickly. Guests also enjoy a fashion show presented by Los Gatos and Saratoga boutiques.

VOLUNTEER AT MONTALVO! Montalvo volunteers come from many different backgrounds with a variety of skills. What brings them together is a love for the arts, a dedication to Montalvo and a desire to have fun. Volunteers have important roles at the arts center, and their time and hard work go a long way to supporting the arts in our community. Whether you enjoy gardening, visiting the Project Space Gallery, helping in our offices, or attending music and theatre performances, there is an opportunity to match your time and talents.

Learn more at montavoarts.org/volunteer or call 408.961.5828.

Dedicate a Bench…Montalvo’s Historic Legacyis Alive and Strong!The legacy of Montalvo Arts Center began decades ago when Senator James D. Phelan bequeathed his magnificent estate to the people of California..

That legacy remains alive and strong: Montalvo Arts Center is one of the premier arts centers and artist residencies in California. When you participate in the Dedicate-a-Bench program, you become a partner in helping us sustain our community treasure. All gifts will be used to preserve the historic Villa and gardens. Your bench will display a plaque inscribed to your specifications: celebrate a special person, memorialize a loved one, or simply express your support for Montalvo.

Please contact Edna Neivert, Director of Development, at 408.961.5806 for more information. Limited availability.

Photo: Ron Leckie

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JOIN MONTALVO TODAY!Become One of the Very First Members of the Second Century at Montalvo!

Montalvo Arts Center is a member-supported nonprofit organization. Your membership gift helps to uphold the beauty and excellence that distinguishes our grounds, events and programs. including the innovative arts programming and educational outreach to school children and 200,000 visitors from Silicon Valley communities and around the world!

Your commitment is an inspiration to all who value the arts and beauty.

Join today as a Charter Member for our Centennial Celebration and enjoy the wonderful programming—and special privileges—your support provides!

100’s of donations, 100’s of donors, 100 more years of artistic innovation, outreach, and excellence! Join the community – become a member today!

100 GIFTS AT THE $100 LEVEL =

100 GIFTS AT THE $250 LEVEL =

100 GIFTS AT THE $500 LEVEL =

100 GIFTS AT THE $1,000 LEVEL =

100 GIFTS AT THE $5,000 LEVEL =

$10,000 Protects and restores the historic statuary on the grounds

$25,000 Supports five one-month artist residency stays

$50,000 Brings over 100 artists to the Carriage House for our Fall performance series

$100,000 Funds the Performing Arts Series for Students, serving 7,000+ students every year

$500,000 Preserves the beauty and historic integrity of the Villa, garden and grounds

Above, left to right: School of Dancing Sun, ARTS SPLASH! 2011, photo: Bahara Emami; Members-only Party celebrating the new woodburning pizza oven at the Lucas Artists Residency Program, photo: Nathan Zanon; Fountain in the Spanish Courtyard, photo:

Ron Leckie; Oval Garden Alcove with Sonus Quartet, Dennis M Photography; Executive Director Angela McConnell and Culinary Fellow Andrea Blum share a fun moment at the Food & Wine 2011 auction, photo: Goodeye Photography + Design; A happy student artist at ARTS SPLASH! 2011, photo: Bahara Emami; Spanish Courtyard at night, Dennis M Photography.

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Receive program news before the general public

Discounts on Carriage House and Villa events

Entry into members-only events

2 passes for docent-led Villa tours

Advance ticket-ordering privileges

Receptions with the cast of selected Family Theater shows

2 complimentary tickets to an event of your choice*

4 tickets (total) for docent-led Villa tours

Griffin Room access during summer concerts

2 complimentary glasses of wine in theGriffin Room at summer concerts

Complimentary Patron Level membership for a friend

Invitations to local art trips

Invitations to national and international art trips

4 complimentary tickets (total) to an event of your choice*

6 complimentary tickets (total) to an event of your choice*

Priority access to ticket ordering after higher levels

Invitation to an exclusive recognition dinner at Montalvo

First priority for Donor Travel Program

Invitation to an exclusive dinner at the home of a Trustee

Personal interaction with artists, authors & scholars

Invitations to private dinners with resident artists

Invitations to participate in unique art-related tripswith the Director

Invitations to art-related events in private homes

Advocate$100

Senator’sCircle$250

GriffinCircle$500

PhelanCIrcle$1,000

VillaCircle$2,500

MONTALVO ARTS CENTER MEMBERSHIP LEVELS AND BENEFITS

*Complimentary tickets subject to availability. Does not include education/fundraising events or events co-presented with other organizations.

ArtistCircle$5,000

CreativeCircle

$10,000BENEFITS

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Board of Trustees 2011 Kathie Maxfield,President Cathie Thermond,President-Elect Judy Marcus,Secretary Michael Cole,Treasurer Barry ArikoMarsha BairdJanice ChaffinTom CrottyGeorge de UriosteJennifer DiNapoliSue FettchenhauerSusan FinocchioJ. Michael FultonMichael HackworthLaura JasonCarol JeansSydene KoberReid LinneySally Lucas, Lifetime TrusteeJames MacGregorPaul MehusRoberta RobinsCarmen SiglerBryan StolleCharmaine WarmenhovenMark WaxmanStephen Wright

Air Systems FoundationAlliance for the Advancement of Arts and

EducationAlliance of Artists CommunitiesAmerican Century InvestmentsAnn and Gordon Getty FoundationApplied MaterialsArts Council Silicon ValleyBerliner CohenComerica Bank Wealth and Institutional

ManagementDavid and Lucile Packard FoundationEquine Waste Management- Wheeler

Farms, LLCFarrington Historical FoundationFry’s ElectronicsGinn Family FoundationHeffernan Group InsuranceHouse Family FoundationHugh Stuart Center Charitable TrustIntero FoundationJ. Lohr Vineyards & WineJohn S. and James L. Knight FoundationJW & HM Goodman Family Charitable

FoundationMission City Community FundNational Endowment for the ArtsNorton by SymantecPeet’s Coffee & Tea, Inc. Corp. Giving Program

San Jose Water CompanySanDisk CorporationCounty of Santa Clara Historical Heritage

Commission and the Parks and Recreation Department

Silicon Valley Community FoundationTarget StoresThe James Irvine FoundationThe Madsen Family FoundationThe Morgan Family FoundationThe William and Flora Hewlett

FoundationToll House HotelTrust Company of AmericaUniversity Art CenterValley FoundationWells Fargo

Institutional Giving and Corporate Fund SupportJune 1, 2010–June 30, 2011

Program PartnerBarry and Jo ArikoMark Jon BluthSteve Finn and Kelly SullivanSusan and Bob FinocchioJoan FontaineJohn FryMike FultonMichael and Joan HackworthTony and Carol JeansSally and Don LucasJudy and George MarcusKatherine and Robert MaxfieldJim and Becky MorganJohn A. and Sue SobratoBryan and Debbie StolleCharmaine and Dan Warmenhoven

Creative Circle

Anonymous Sally and J. Richard BraughJanice and Steve ChaffinMichael ColeJan and Neal DempseyJennifer and Philip DiNapoliErin Doyle EbelingDebbie and Ward HarrimanW. Donald Head and FamilyJerry and Connie HeldDavid and Yen HitzLaura Jason and Bruce HendersonTony and Carol JeansSydene and Fred KoberSybil LewisJames and Oriana MacGregorSandra OlsonRoberta Robins and Joel GartlandJohn Michael SobratoBryan and Debbie StolleCathie and Jeff Thermond

Director’s Circles

Artist Circle

Ted Biagini Liz and Mike ByrdSam and Ann GinnLaura R. GrantWanda Kownacki and John HoltonReid and Wendy LinneyRick and Amy MagnusonMo MaxfieldChris and Donna PaisleyRoxanne and David PeterschmidtAndrea and Joe ThomasGary and Barbara VandewegheKim Worsencroft and Dennis McEvoy

Villa Circle

Mickie and Gibson AndersonMarsha and Bruce BairdCarol Bartz and Bill MarrTom CrottyGeorge A. and Cara de UriosteMatt and Gretchen DiNapoliBarry and Toby FernaldSue and Erwin FettchenhauerBob GrimmRobert Hess and Wendy TomlinJames and Nancy HoakDavid HouseSandra Kurtzig and Carl BrunstingStephanie and Ray LaneAngela McConnellPaul and Jackie MehusThomas and Gillian MoranKent and Rita NortonJeannie and Jim OttingerCarl and Mary Jane PanattoniByron and Stephanie ScordelisCarmen and Robert SiglerGary and Janice ValenzuelaMark and Jeri WaxmanStephen Wright and Lori Eickmann

15400 Montalvo RoadSaratoga, California 95070www.montalvoarts.orgPhone: 408.961.5800Fax: 408.961.5850Box Office: 408.961.5858

Photo: Nathan Zanon

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SHAKESPEARE SANTA CRUZ:COMEDY OF ERRORS

Lilian Fontaine Garden Theatre

Fri, Sep 9, 7:30pm; Sun, Sep 11, 2pm & 8pm; Thu, Sep 15, 7:30pm; Fri, Sep 16, 7:30pm; Sun, Sep 18, 2pm

CARRIAGE HOUSE THEATRE CONCERT SERIES

Acoustic Alchemy Sun, Oct 16, 7:30pm

Melissa ManchesterThu, Oct 20, 7:30pm

Steep Canyon RangersThu, Oct 27, 7:30pm

Rickie Lee JonesFri, Nov 4, 8pm

Marc CohnSat, Nov 5, 8pm

South Bay Blues Blast:Chris Cain Band, J.C. Smith Band With Maxx Cabello Jr.Sat, Nov 12, 8pm

Richard ThompsonFri, Dec 2, 8pmSat, Dec 3, 8pmSun, Dec 4, 7:30pm

Maceo ParkerWed, Jan 11, 7:30pm

Eric BibbSat, Feb 4, 8pm

Willie KFri, Feb 10, 8pm

An Evening with Spencer DayValentine Celebration Dinner/Concert Package catered byLe PapillionSat, Feb 11, 8pm

The Second CityLaugh Out Loud TourSat, March 10, 8pm

George Kahumoku Jr. &Masters of Hawaiian Music with Dennis Kamakahi, Uncle Ho’opi’l, Bobby InganoSun, Mar 11, 7:30pm

Kyle Eastwood BandFri, Apr 6, 8pm

Taj Mahal & The TrioFri, Apr 13, 6:30pm & 9pm

Women Fully ClothedThu, Apr 19, 7:30pm

California Guitar Trio &Montreal Guitar TrioSun, Apr 22, 7:30pm

PIANO MASTERS SERIES

Simone DinnersteinSat, Jan 14, 8pm

Eddie Palmieri and theBrian Lynch Jazz QuartetSun, Feb 12, 7:30pm

Gold Medal Winner XIV Tchaikovsky CompetitionSat, Feb 18, 8pm

Philip GlassSat, Apr 7, 8pm

Joyce YangSun, Apr 17, 7:30pm

VILLA CHAMBERMUSIC SERIES

Grand Hall, historic Villa

Ariel String QuartetSun, Oct 30, 3pm

The Saint Michael TrioSun, Dec 11, 3pm

The Saint Michael TrioSun, Feb 26, 3pm

Trio VoronezhSun, Mar 11, 3pm

Amstel QuartetSun, Apr 22, 3pm

Coulter/Philips EnsembleSun, May 6, 3pm

NEW DIRECTIONSPERFORMANCE SERIES

Conference of the Birds UnfeatheredCarriage House TheatreFri, Apr 27, 8pm

Beth Custer Ensemble presents “My Grandmother”Lilian Fontaine Garden TheatreFri, May 25, 8:30pm

VISUAL ARTS

Sculpture on the Grounds

Seyed AlaviCameron HockensonPreseley MartinAli Naschke-MessingJulie JacobsonYoko OnoThrough Oct 30; map available in Office Lobby and Box Office

OUTSIDE:The Work of Claudia Borgna Montalvo Arts Center GroundsSept 30 – Nov 13

Project Space Gallery

Records and MarksThrough Oct 16

Soil to SiteOct 28 – Jan 15

Reflections from a Century!Jan 27 – Apr 22

PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Winter Arts Camp:Young Resident VisionariesFeb 20 – Feb 24, 10am–4pm

FAMILY PERFORMINGARTS SERIES

Charlotte’s WebSat, Nov 12 11am

The Elves & The ShoemakerSun, Nov 27, 1pm

CinderellaSun, Mar 18, 1pm

Runaway Bunny withSaint Michael TrioSat, Apr 14, 11am

Br’er Rabbit & Trickster TailsSat, Apr 28, 11am

PUBLIC PROGRAMS

Chefs Tasting Salon Series

Pastries with Clair PtakThu, Sept 1, 3:30pm-6:30pm

Charcuterie with Peter TemkinSun, Sept 11, 3:30–6:30pm

Haute Cuisine withJoseph HumphreyThur, Oct 6, 6:30pm-9:30pm

Pop-Up Caféwith Andrea BlumFri, Oct 28, 7:30pm–10pm

Master Gardener Series

Wintertime in the Garden:Good for You,Good for the Garden!Sat, Aug 27, 10am–11:30am

Reaping the Harvest:Honey ExtractionSat, Sept 10, 10am–1:30pm

Growing Great Summer VegetablesSat, Mar 3, 10am–11:30am

FINAL FRIDAYS

Yassin Adnan &Nagat Sayed Ali MohammedFri, Aug 26, 6pm–7pm

Claudia BorgnaFri, Sept 30, 6pm–7pm

Culinary Fellow Andrea BlumFri, Oct 28, 6pm–7pm

George TsontakisFri, Jan 27, 6pm–7pm

Bobby Previte & Andrea KlineFri, Feb 24, 6pm–7pm

ARTS EDUCATION

Professional Development Conference:“Arts in Your Classroom”Sat, Mar, 24, 8:30am–4pm

The Creative Mind:An Evening with Stephen ShoreA Celebration of Autism Awareness MonthWed, Apr 4, 6:30pm

ARTS SPLASH!Student Arts FestivalSat, Apr 21, 11am – 4pm

Commonwealth ClubLectures/ProgramsOngoing; check website for schedule

Historic Villa Tours ($10 fee)

Saturdays: Sept 17, 10am; Nov 12, 1pm; Dec 10, 10am; Mar 17, 11amSundays: Oct 16, 11am; Jan 15, 11am; Feb 25, 11am; Apr 14, 1pm; May 20, 1pm(reservations required)

History Walks (free)

Tours on Saturdays at 11am and Noon: Sept 3; Oct 1; Nov 5; Dec 3; Jan 7; Feb 4; Mar 3; Apr 7; May 5; Jun 2; Jul 7; Aug 4(reservations required)

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