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The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston

A Poem Is a Naked Person

Friday, Sep. 4, 2015

07:00 PM – 08:30 PM
US/Central

Special guest at the screenings on August 28 & 29: Harrod Blank

Digitally remastered and never officially released until 2015, the first feature-length documentary by Les Blank (1935–2013) has some critics declaring it the best rock 'n' roll film ever made. A Poem Is a Naked Person captures music and other events taking place at the Oklahoma recording studio of musician Leon Russell from 1972 to 1974. Originally commissioned by Russell when he was living on Grand Lake of the Cherokees, the documentary was restored by Les Blank's son, Harrod, and features George Jones, Willie Nelson, and some amazing Oklahoma characters. Learn more about this film.

Image: Courtesy of Janus Films

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HOURS & ADMISSION

  • Wednesday, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thursday, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Friday - Saturday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Sunday , 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
    • Monday (Except selected holidays) | Closed.
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  • Museum Admission

    ALL ACCESS tickets provide entry to Special Exhibitions and the MFAH Permanent Collections. Purchase online or drop by any admissions desk.
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    • ALL ACCESS (Adult 19+)  $24
    • ALL ACCESS (Senior 65+ with ID)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Youth 13–18)  $20
    • ALL ACCESS (Child 12 & Under)  FREE
    • *Thursday MFAH Permanent Collections (All Ages)  FREE
    • *Thursday ALL ACCESS (13 & Up)  $10
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  • Law Building

Special Offers / Dining

Paolo Fronza, from Fellini Caffè, runs this sophisticated dining operation. Enjoy an array of Italian-inspired fare with a Texas flair, a European-style coffee bar, a kids menu, and much more at the MFA Café, located on the lower level of the Beck Building.

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