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Inside the Star-Studded Opening Night of the Lucas Museum
The Hollywood Reporter • • general
Key Points:
- George Lucas and Mellody Hobson hosted a star-studded opening night celebration for the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, showcasing over 10,000 square feet of gallery space with a $1 billion investment.
- The museum features a diverse collection including Star Wars props, comic book illustrations, and works by Norman Rockwell and Frida Kahlo, aiming to elevate narrative art often overlooked by traditional institutions.
- Queen Latifah and other notable figures praised the museum as a groundbreaking cultural institution for Los Angeles, comparing it to the Louvre and the Met in significance.
- The event attracted numerous A-list celebrities and industry leaders, with highlights including a drone show featuring Star Wars imagery and a live performance by the Black Eyed Peas.
- Lucas emphasized the subjective nature of art, encouraging guests to define art by its emotional impact, while the museum aims to redefine how art is perceived and celebrated.
