Picasso Love & War1935 – 1945
30 June – 8 October 2006
NGV International Melbourne
One of the 20th century’s most passionate and tumultuous artistic relationships between Pablo Picasso and Dora Maar is the subject of a fascinating exhibition exclusive to the National Gallery of Victoria.
Picasso: Love & War 1935 – 1945 has been organised by the Réunion des Musées Nationaux and the Musée Picasso in Paris in collaboration with Art Exhibitions Australia and the National Gallery of Victoria.
Curated by leading Picasso specialist Anne Baldassari, Director of the Musée Picasso, Picasso Love & War features over 350 works from public and private collections.
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Come to the National Gallery of Victoria for art after dark and explore Picasso: Love & War 1935 – 1945.
Every Wednesday from 2 August until 4 October, the NGV will be open from 5pm to 9pm for art after dark.
During these late night openings, the Gallery will be buzzing with an array of FREE and exciting performances including live jazz, Latin and French music, Flamenco dancing, and poetry readings.
People can also polish up on their Picasso knowledge with introductory talks, and enjoy delicious food and wine*.
Admission fees:
Discount entry for students after 5pm!
Adult: $20/ NGV Member: $16
Student: $10 (after 5pm, valid student ID required)
Concession: $16
Family: $50/ NGV Member Family: $40
* Additional charges apply
“Their groove gets under your skin; the riffs make your toes go at angles away from your knees. It’s like getting pissed on the mandibles of funk and expounding all that’s fun in life. Melbourne should be proud.” - Beat Magazine, June 2006.
After the fantastic night launching their single “Let’s Party” at The Espy in front of a big, appreciative crowd, The Vagrants were invited back to perform their last show before heading off to tour the US, Canada and Europe. This is the last chances to catch the band perform in Australia until November.
Thursday August 10
The Espy
with Itchytriga + Justin Murphy
free, from 9pm
11 The Esplanade, St Kilda. Ph: 9534 0211
Coming up on Revolver Video Saturday nights at 11pm on Channel 31 is:
August 5
Legends Of Motorsport
Digger & The Pussycats
The Spoils
The Eternal
Race The Fray
(a cabaret and a cooking show)
Join award winning cabaret vixen Jacqui Hoy (“… funny, musical and mesmerising” – Marina Prior) for this culinary cabaret concoction! Stories, laughs, songs and the odd bit of whipped cream are all on the menu when we take a step into Jacqui’s favourite place, the kitchen.
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After a month of hibernation Milk (the band) will be defrosting themselves and taking to the stage at the Folk Victoria’s monthly night on Friday 4th August at the new venue Clifton Hill Hotel’s Emerald Lounge Queen’s St Clifton Hill.
Milk will be supported by guitarist Eddie Cole. Doors open at 8pm and tickets cost $12/8 concession and members.
www.myspace.com/milkmusic
JUST ANNOUNCED…
Mon 18 September
THE DRESDEN DOLLS (USA) 2ND Show!
After selling out their first Corner show in one day, The Dresden Dolls have announced a second show. The bands punk cabaret style and latest album ‘Yes, Virginia’ has seen their popularity skyrocket. Guests: The Red Paintings + Jason Webley (US). Doors: 8pm
Tickets $38.50+bf Corner Box Office 11am-8pm Mon-Sat, 9427 9198 or www.cornerhotel.com
www.dresdendolls.com
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