Alfred Jarry: The Carnival of Being

Wednesday, May 13, 2020, 3 PM

Tickets: Sold Out

Take part in a virtual walk-through of the Morgan's exhibition devoted to the extraordinary figure Alfred Jarry (1873-1907). Sheelagh Bevan, Andrew W. Mellon Associate Curator in Printed Books & Bindings, will guide viewers through the installation and take a close look at many of the books, manuscripts, and works of visual art that speak to Jarry's singular imagination and legacy.  

Please note that the program will take place online. After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to participate using Zoom. We ask that you download the app in advance for the best user experience.

Alfred Jarry, ca. 1894–96, Composite image with photograph attributed to Nadar, courtesy of Thieri Foulc.

Please call (212) 685-0008 ext. 560 or e-mail tickets@themorgan.org for information.