Those who appreciate Picasso will find the works in this exhibit exceptional. Two impressive paintings are "Harem" (1906), which many believe was the precursor to his masterpiece "Les Demoiselles d'Avignon" (1907), and his blue period piece "La Vie" (1903).

We also get examples from his Cubist period as well as his "Harlequin with Violin" (1918).

Admission to the exhibit includes an audio tour created to provide additional information and insight into many of the works on view. Visitors may choose between an audio tour created for adults or one for families.

To describe all the admirable works in "Monet to Picasso" would be impossible. Suffice it to say the feast that awaits everyone is incredible.

Bon appetit!

For a complete list of workshops, lectures, tours, films and other events relating to "Monet to Picasso," visit www.umfa.utah.edu.

If you go ...

What: Monet to Picasso From the Cleveland Museum of Art
Where: Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive, University of Utah
When: Through Sept. 21

Gallery hours: Monday through Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (8 p.m. on Wednesdays); closed July 4, 24 and Sept. 1
How much: adults, $15; senior citizens, $10; youths (6-18), $10; children (5 and under), free; U faculty, staff and students with valid ID, $10; for group rates and tours, call 581-3580
Phone: 581-7332
Web: www.umfa.utah.edu

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