Artscene July–December 2017 | Page 30

16 Celebratory events at the Chazen are diverse and plentiful. From the creative and entertaining Chazen Ambassadors’ Gala, to festive opening receptions, these gatherings bring the museum’s supporters together to meet each other and enjoy all the Chazen has to offer. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE LEFT: Visitors enjoy the first ever retrospective of Francesco DeMura's work. In the Light of Naples: The Art of Francesco de Mura was on view January 20–April 2, 2017. The Chazen Ambassadors' Ballroom Dancing night put the Mead Witter Lobby to good use. Dancers young and old enjoyed the evening. Up close and personal was the best way to view the work in Martha Glowacki's Natural History, Observations and Reflections. UW–Madison's Irish Dance club entertained party goers at the Chazen Ambassadors' Gala. The evening raised money for Americans for the Arts.