Announcements • Apr 25, 2016

The Art World Misses Prince

When the news arrived Friday that Prince had died suddenly at age 57, everyone had at least one personal memory to share about listening to a favorite song back in the day or maybe even catching a surprise performance in recent years. From Sesame Street performances to over-the-top Super Bowl half time performances, Prince was creative everywhere. And much like David Bowie, whom we lost just a few months ago, he blurred the lines between music, performance and visual art.

If you're looking to raise a glass and a dance move to Prince in Chicago, on Friday, May 6 from 7-11pm, the MCA will honor Prince at its Prime Time happening

The theme will be “Purple” to celebrate the life, music, and legacy of Prince. The evening now includes a special tribute performance by Chicago-based funk and soul artist avery r. young who, together with his nine-piece band, will perform a spectrum of Prince works. Tickets to Prime Time are $20 at the door and $15 in advance. Tickets at mcachicago.org. MCA Prime Time is a 21+ event.

Below are links to some of our favorite art-related Prince tributes and write-ups (plus an old favorite from the Muppets...)

Prince's $6.6-Million Minnesota Home Will Become a Museum for Fans