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Dallas Museum of Art Through Feb. 12 The Fashion World of Jean-Paul Gautier at the Dallas Museum of Art closes this weekend. This first-ever retrospective of one of the world's foremost designers, discover how Gaultier's avant-garde style extended the boundaries of fashion and has dressed well-known figures such as Madonna, Kylie Minogue and Lady Gaga. This multimedia exhibition celebrates this iconic designer's fashions, inspired by dance, pop-rock, cinema, television, photography and world cultures. The Dallas Museum of Art is at 1717 N. Harwood St. Information: 214-922-1200 or dallasmuseumofart.org.

Through Feb. 18 The McKinney Avenue Contemporary reopens after a holiday break to present three new exhibitions including a large scale installation, Coincident Disruption, by Dallas based artist Eric Eley. Also featured is Transience: Imperfect, Impermanent, Incomplete, an exhibition of found objects by artists Marilyn Jolly, Melba Northum, & Susan Sitzes. In the New Works space, photographer Walter Nelson investigates man's effect on nature with Graffiti on Aspen Trees. An opening reception with the artists will be held Saturday, January 14, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. The MAC is at 3120 McKinney Ave. Information: 214-953-1212 or the-mac.org.

Planet Shark: Predator or Prey Exhibition, November 3, 2011-September 16, 2012
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Through Sept. 16 Planet Shark is an out-of-water exhibition that plunges into the murky myths that have surrounded sharks for centuries. The displays cover nearly every aspect of this fearsome creature – from its evolution and biology to popular culture and threats of extinction. You'll gain a new understanding of the plight of these feared predators as well as the role that sharks play in maintaining the health of marine ecosystems. Enhance the underwater wonder by combining the Planet Shark exhibit with the intriguing IMAX® film, SHARKS. Watch live sharks in a 515-gallon aquarium, shark feedings on Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 a.m., and weekly shark dissections on Saturdays at 1 p.m. Bite into this exciting exhibit at the Science Building of the Museum of Nature & Science at 1318 S. Second Ave., located just inside Gate 6 of Fair Park. Information: 214-428-5555 or dallasmuseumnatureandscience.org/sharks.

Sundays through Sept. 16 Sharky Sunday at the Museum of Nature & Science makes a splash with water-themed activities, craft projects, science demos and other hands-on fun that will have shark enthusiasts of all ages hungry for more. See the 515-gallon aquarium featuring LIVE sharks. Learn about sharks, wildlife, engineering, conservation and underwater worlds, and take home souvenirs. At 1 p.m. on January 15, catch a lecture from Chris Schriber, associate curator of fishes and invertebrates at the Georgia Aquarium. The Museum of Nature & Science is at 1318 S. 2nd Ave.
Information: 214-428-5555 or natureandscience.org.

AT&T PAC Feb. 21, Mar. 2, Mar. 19 The Brinker International Forum brings to the AT&T Performing Arts Center an extraordinary and eclectic lineup of cultural influencers—people who have shaped the way we view our world through the arts and sciences. For 2011-2012, this electrifying season brings a lauded dancer and choreographer, a multi-faceted actor, singer and comedian, a legendary illusionist and endurance artist, hilarious actors and an inspirational environmental advocate. Coming soon:
Feb. 21 What's it like to be a million oar strokes from your destination, tossed alone in a tiny boat? Roz Savage, a one-time management consultant turned full-time rower, environmental advocate, and inspirational speaker completed a grueling 103-day, 2,935-mile oceanic ordeal in 2005.
Mar. 2 Alec Baldwin, the prolific and hilarious actor is set to take the stage at the Winspear Opera House. Come see this versatile performer as he shares stories from his time on the stage, small and silver screens.
Mar. 19 As a two-time Emmy Award-nominated field correspondent for the National Geographic Channel, Mireya Mayor has reported to audiences worldwide on pertinent wildlife and habitat issues.
The Brinker International Forum events are at the Winspear Opera House, 2403 Flora St. Information: attpac.org.

March 11-June 17 The Age of Impressionism: Great French Paintings from the Clark opens at the Kimbell Art Museum on March 11, the only U.S. venue for this first-ever international touring exhibition of French Impressionist masterpieces from the Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, Massachusetts. The Clark's superb collection of French Impressionist paintings, which features a remarkable group of works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, is renowned throughout the world. The Clark exhibition is touring for a period of three years (2011–14) and appears at major venues in Italy, France, Spain, the United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, and China.

Amon Carter Museum Visitors to The Age of Impressionism at the Kimbell will have the opportunity to view some of the highlights of the Clarks' American collection next door at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. The Amon Carter is presenting John Singer Sargent's celebrated painting Fumée d'Ambre Gris (Smoke of Ambergris), along with three other early Sargents, in the concurrent focus exhibition Sargent's Youthful Genius: Paintings from the Clark.

The Kimbell Art Museum is located at 3333 Camp Bowie Blvd. and the Amon Carter Museum of American Art is located at 3501 Camp Bowie Blvd. Information: kimbellart.org and cartermuseum.org.

Dallas Arts District First and Third Saturday of every month The Arts District Stroll, a 90-minute architecture walking tour is led by a trained docent and will examine buildings from the 1890's to the present day. You will explore the architectural detail of the district as well as the institutions, individuals and visionaries who are a part of this fascinating story. Tours are held on the first and third Saturdays of each month, beginning at 10 a.m. at the ceremonial entrance to the Dallas Museum of Art (Flora and Harwood). The tour is held rain or shine.

Visit www.thedallasartsdistrict.org to learn more and make your reservation or call 214-744-6642. Tour pricing is $10 for adults, $8 for Dallas Arts District and AIA Dallas members, $5 for seniors 65 and over and students with valid ID. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult.


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