Special Performance: Explore the Art of Edward Hopper

School groups are invited to attend a performance of a new play, Who's in the Hopper? An Art Mystery Adventure, written and directed by Mary Hall Surface. Inspired by the iconic paintings of American artist Edward Hopper (1882–1967), the play will explore the concepts of light and shadow through creative storytelling. The performances are taking place in conjunction with the exhibition Edward Hopper, on view in the East Building of the National Gallery of Art from September 16, 2007 through January 21, 2008. The exhibition features works from the 1920s to the 1960s, including such popular images as the paintings Nighthawks (1942) and Automat (1927).

Performances of Who's in the Hopper? An Art Mystery Adventure for school groups will take place on November 14, 15, and 16 at 10:30 a.m. Following the play, school groups will tour the Edward Hopper exhibition independently, using student activity booklets designed to encourage closer looking. Self-guiding materials and teacher resources will be sent in advance of the program. Please inquire about lunch and transportation options.

Grades: 3 through 6
Preparatory materials: Yes
Disciplines: Art/Theater/Language Arts/American History
Group size: We will accept reservations for groups of any size until all auditorium seats are filled.
Length: The play lasts 60 mins., and we recommend at least 30 mins. for a self-guided tour of the exhibition.
Location: East Building Auditorium

To register a group
School groups are required to register in advance. The performances are free, but space is limited. Each performance takes place in the East Building Auditorium, which can accommodate 450 students. Spaces will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis beginning September 1, 2007. All spaces for this program have been filled. To register for the waitlist, please fill out the online registration form.

For more information
Please call Sarah Diallo at (202) 842-6252.