INDIANAPOLIS - As part of the Harlem Goes West exhibition, the Eiteljorg Museum's young professionals auxiliary will host a late-night, outdoor showing of the cult comedy classic "Blazing Saddles" on July 3.Guests can kick off the Fourth of July weekend watching this raucous film, while enjoying movie snacks and a cash bar along downtown's Central Canal.
The film will be shown on the Kincannon Learning Circle on the grounds of Eiteljorg Museum. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Unlimited popcorn, one movie candy and one non-alcoholic beverage are included with admission. A cash bar will be available. Showtime is 9:30 p.m.
Museum hours for the main level galleries have been extended for this event. Guests should plan to arrive early and see two great exhibitions at the Eiteljorg:Harlem Goes West: The Black Cowboy in Western Films, of which "Blazing Saddles" is a part of, and Yosemite: Art of an American Icon and Camp Yosemite. The galleries will be open from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Jason Housley, adjunct professor in the African American and African Studies program at Indiana University, Indianapolis, will provide an introduction to the film at 9 p.m.
Advance tickets are now on sale for $10. Tickets will be sold at the door for $12. Admission is free for current Agave members and those who sign up for an Agave membership at the door. Agave membership is $30 for the first year. To purchase advance tickets, contact Cally Klaubo at 317-275-1310 or e-mail cklaubo@eiteljorg.com There will be no physical tickets, only a list of pre-paid attendees at the door. This event is for adults 21 and older.
In the case of rain, the film will be shown inside in the Clowes Sculpture Court.
