At the heart of Rashid Johnson’s installation work, Antoine’s Organ, 2016/2026, is the piano, which will be played by musicians at scheduled times throughout the exhibition. When activated through performance, the piano underscores music’s life-giving capacity to convey narrative and communal connection, particularly within Black communities. 

Performance in Galleries
Performances take place on the last weekend of each month
Fridays 5:30–7:30 pm*
Sundays noon–2 pm
Included with gallery admission
 

In partnership with the Thank You Darlin’ Foundation, Voices 2 Youth Poetry Slam Living the Dream provides a platform for students ranging from third to twelfth grade to showcase their talents. This poetry slam encourages young artists to reflect on their dreams, lived experiences, cultural roots, and resilience. Presenting their own original poetry helps students build confidence, strengthen literacy, and learn to use their voice with power and purpose, transforming personal stories into powerful performances.

In conjunction with the Modern’s exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers, Sounds Modern presents Music for Deep Thinkers. More information to come.

This concert is free and open to the public.

Join us for an open mic night hosted by Emmy Award–winning artist Black Ceasar, inspired by the special exhibition Rashid Johnson: A Poem for Deep Thinkers. This special event invites community voices to share work that reflects creativity, reflection, and bold expression. A night of art, energy, and deep thinking. This performance is free and open to the public.