October Features Vibrant Lineup of Public Programs For All
Guggenheim New York’s October Public Programming Engages New York University Students, Poetry Enthusiasts, and Architecture Aficionados; and Features Special Guests, Including Tituss Burgess and José Parlá
The Guggenheim New York kicks off its fall season with a vibrant lineup of public programs inviting audiences of all ages to experience the museum in unexpected ways. From weekly performances and readings in the Rotunda to a teen-focused workshop and a programming partnership with the Center for Black Visual Culture (CBVC) at New York University (NYU), the museum continues to serve as a hub for interdisciplinary engagement across visual art, poetry, and music.
October’s public programming features an array of poetic activations, including a special evening of readings by the Academy of American Poets’ Chancellors and weekly Museum Dream Walks led by Guggenheim Poet-in-Residence Traci Brimhall—inviting visitors on a reflective journey through art and language. In response to the landmark exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers, performance programming in the Rotunda will be curated by CBVC with pianist and composer Kwami Coleman; and Grammy Award– and Tony Award–nominated actor, singer, and director Michael McElroy; and will feature Emmy Award– and Screen Actors Guild Award–nominated actor, musician, and writer Tituss Burgess; performances by students at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music; multidisciplinary artist José Parlá; and the Candice Hoyes Quartet.
In celebration of the building’s 65th anniversary and Archtober—a citywide festival of architecture and design organized by the Center for Architecture—the Guggenheim will offer guided museum architecture tours where visitors can get an inside look at the iconic building. The museum will also host the official launch of architect Tom Kundig’s new book. Moderated by Sam Cochran of Architectural Digest, their conversation will focus on Kundig’s renowned houses around the globe, as well as his evolving approach to design.
October programming highlights include:
Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers Performance Series
Sanguine piano: Fridays, 4 pm, and Sundays, 1 pm
Rotunda Stage: Mondays, 4 pm, and Saturdays, 1 pm
Free with Admission
Every Friday through Monday, New York’s creative community brings to life two major installations by Rashid Johnson through spoken word, music, and live art. In October, the Center for Black Visual Culture (CBVC) at New York University (NYU) oversees programming for both sites.
In collaboration with musician, actor, and NYU professor Michael McElroy, CBVC enlivens Johnson’s Rotunda Stage with actors, playwrights, singers, and celebrated Broadway artists such as Ngozi Anyanwu, Tituss Burgess, Mel Chanté, Britton Smith, and Daniel J. Watts. For weekly performances on the piano in Sanguine, NYU professor and musician Kwami Coleman curates a dynamic roster of contemporary jazz and experimental musicians, including Leila Adu-Gilmore, James Francies, Jason Lindner, Marta Sánchez, Helen Sung, Yosvany Terry, Arnaud Turner, and David Virelles.
Additional events include a reading by celebrated novelist Maaza Mengiste on October 18, 1 pm, and a performance on Rotunda Stage by the Candice Hoyes Quartet on October 25, 3 pm.
Architecture Tours
October 6–11, 12–1 pm, and October 11, 9:30–10:30 am
Private hour-long tours of the Guggenheim New York’s stunning architecture are available daily throughout the second week of October. These walkthroughs guide visitors through the rich history and structural elements of Frank Lloyd Wright’s landmark building, while offering insights into its innovative materials and design.
Tours include same-day museum admission and are limited in size to ensure an intimate experience. Guests can enjoy an exclusive before-hours tour without the crowds on Saturday, October 11, for an additional fee.
Museum Dream Walks
Sundays in October, 2:30–3:30 pm
In this limited series designed by 2025 Poet-in-Residence Traci Brimhall, contemporary poets guide visitors on a lucid “dream walk” of the Guggenheim, leading participants on a journey not of answers but of unfolding questions. Poets include Traci Brimhall, Nicole Callihan, Tyler Mills, and Leah Umansky.
Students First: Soundscape
Friday, October 3, 6–8 pm
Students First is an exclusive open house for all undergraduate and graduate students in the New York area who want to connect, get creative, and experience an unforgettable night at the museum—surrounded by art, iconic architecture, and great company. In partnership with NYU’s Center for Black Visual Culture, this edition features performances by students from the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at NYU, who will create an evolving soundscape on Rotunda Stage in response to the exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers.
Works & Process Gala Performance: Robert Rauschenberg, Trisha Brown, and Paul Taylor
Wednesday, October 15, 8–10 pm
Opening October 10, Robert Rauschenberg: Life Can’t Be Stopped marks the centennial of the artist’s birth and is part of the museum’s Collection in Focus series. In celebration of opening week, Works & Process presents a one-night-only Rotunda performance exploring Rauschenberg’s boundary-pushing collaborations with choreographers Trisha Brown and Paul Taylor.
Late Shift
Thursday, October 16, 5:30–8 pm
Taking place every third Thursday, Late Shift invites visitors to explore the galleries, participate in curated artful experiences, and enjoy refreshments at a cash bar in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Rotunda after-hours. For October, the Center for Black Visual Culture invites José Parlá to spin a DJ set focusing on the power of healing, in response to Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers.
Continuum: Poetry Readings by Academy of American Poets’‘ Chancellors
Friday, October 17, 6:30 pm
This celebration of poetry with the Academy of American Poets, features readings by Academy Chancellors Jericho Brown, Natalie Diaz, Carolyn Forché, Kimiko Hahn, Ilya Kaminsky, Ed Roberson, Patricia Smith, Afaa Michael Weaver, Eleanor Wilner, and Kevin Young, as well as a special guest reading by Guggenheim 2025 Poet-in-Residence Traci Brimhall. As part of the program, the Academy will announce the 2025 winners of its top prizes, selected by Chancellors: the $100,000 Wallace Stevens Award for lifetime achievement in poetry and the $25,000 Academy Fellowship for poetic achievement.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, October 21, 4–5:30 pm
Free with Admission
In collaboration with Asian American Writers’ Workshop, Brooklyn-based illustrator and comics artist Wendy Xu leads a graphic novel workshop about looking back at art history through a comics perspective and how to find your voice and style looking forward.
An Evening with Tom Kundig and Sam Cochran
Tuesday, October 21, 6:30–8:30 pm
Known for homes built into rocky sites, kinetic devices that open walls and roofs, and even moving architecture that travels via railroad track, Seattle-based architect Tom Kundig creates extraordinary designs that deeply engage with their surroundings. Celebrating the publication of his new book, Tom Kundig: Complete Houses (Monacelli), Kundig joins Sam Cochran to share the stories behind his one-of-a-kind designs. At this exclusive event, hear from one of today’s most sought-after architects about his renowned houses around the globe, his approach to maintaining constant evolution in design, pivotal lessons learned, and more. The program will be followed by a book signing.
Public programs will be announced monthly; please visit guggenheim.org/calendar for additional information and updates. Event details are subject to change.
Sponsors
Lead support for Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers is provided by Ford Foundation.
Visionary support is provided by A4 Arts Foundation, Hilarie and Mitchell Morgan, Edlis-Neeson Foundation, and Daniel Xu and Flora Huang. Major support is provided by Neuberger Berman. The Leadership Committee for this exhibition is gratefully acknowledged for its generosity, with special thanks to Hauser & Wirth, David Kordansky Gallery, Madeleine Arison, Heather and Felix Baker, Justin Bayless, Marie-Josée Coutu, Nancy and Steve Crown, Natasha and François-Xavier de Mallmann, The George Economou Collection, Anton J. Levy, Jennifer and Alec Litowitz, and David Shuman.
Additional leadership funding is provided by Candace and Michael Barasch, Allison and Larry Berg, Mahshid and Jamshid Ehsani, Alex and Greg Mondre, Dr. Daniel S. Berger Charitable Giving Fund, Tiqui Atencio Demirdjian and Ago Demirdjian, Nicola Erni Collection, Katherine Farley and Jerry I. Speyer, The Forman Family Collection, Paul and Dedrea Gray, John and Amy Griffin Foundation, Stephanie and Tim Ingrassia, Kathy and Mitchell Jacobson, Judelson Family Foundation, LaVon Kellner and Tom Roush, Amanda Precourt, Gary Steele and Steven Rice, George Wells and Manfred Rantner, Debi and Steven Wisch, Marilyn and Larry Fields, Bernard I. Lumpkin and Carmine D. Boccuzzi, Jessica and Brian Robinson, Carol and Lawrence Saper, Ann and Mel Schaffer, The Sherman Family Foundation, and those who wish to remain anonymous. Support is also generously provided by The Kate Cassidy Foundation, The Robert Lehman Foundation, and The Jacques and Natasha Gelman Foundation. Additional funding is provided by the Guggenheim New York’s 2024 International Director’s Council.
Yamaha Piano provided by Yamaha Artist Services New York.
Guggenheim Poet-in-Residence is presented in association with the Academy of American Poets. Made possible by Van Cleef & Arpels.
About the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation was established in 1937 and is dedicated to promoting the understanding and appreciation of modern and contemporary art through exhibitions, education programs, research initiatives, and publications. The international constellation of museums includes the Guggenheim New York; the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice; the Guggenheim Bilbao; and the future Guggenheim Abu Dhabi. A “temple of spirit” where radical art and architecture meet, the Guggenheim New York is among a group of eight Frank Lloyd Wright structures in the United States designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. To learn more about the Guggenheim New York and the Guggenheim’s activities around the world, visit guggenheim.org
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