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Turn-of-the-century playwright Alfred Jarry's absurdly mad King Père Ubu isn't the best model for, well, anything, but he is the root of the exploration of "pataphysics," the meta-study of "what lies beyond the realm of metaphysics." In a series beginning March 21st, Slought introduces this anti-science in a series of exhibitions and programming. Kicking off the series is Philly artist James E. Brewton's "The Lost Paintings." Brewton exemplified the 1960s pataphysical art style, which defied rational reason in its kaleidoscopic reach. The six-year-in-the-making exhibition will highlight Brewton as a forerunner to graffiti, and an overall strange and wonderful contributor to Philadelphia art. Tonight's opening reception will be preceded by three talks about the Brewton's works, including one from former Philadelphia Museum of Art curator Michael Taylor. Friday, March 21st, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (talks), 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (opening reception), free, Slought, 4017 Walnut Street.
