Whats On Guide Spring 2009

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exhibitions & eventsMarch - August 2009

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ART GALLeRY & MuSeuMeXHIBITIONS

THE SINGH TWINS: Art in Motion27 March - 24 May

This retrospective exhibition will feature selected works by internationally acclaimed contemporary British artists, The Singh Twins.

Inspired by the Indian miniature tradition, twin sisters, Amrit and Rabindra, produce exquisitely detailed paintings that are both symbolic and witty. using a style they have titled ‘Past Modern’ they explore a diverse range of challenging themes from the cult of celebrity to politics. Their work is beautiful, thought-provoking and often provocative.

Alongside some of their better known paintings the exhibition will feature two short films produced and directed by the twins. These films demonstrate a new development in their work, exploring their creative ideas and British Asian Sikh identity through the world of moving imagery.


OPEN 20095 June - 2 August

Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum’s biennial OPEN exhibition will feature selected work by artists based in the West Midlands. A distinguished panel of judges will select from a wide range of work including painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography, digital media and craft. There will be one overall prize winner and a ‘People’s Choice Award’. All exhibited works will be for sale.

If you are interested in submitting a work for the OPEN 2009, please collect an entry form from the art gallery desk or telephone 01926 742700. Submission date Thursday 28 May, 1.30 - 7.30pm.


The redevelopment of the Royal Pump Rooms (1998/1999)

10 GLORIOUS YEARS! Culture at the Royal Pump Rooms 1999 - 200919 June - 13 September

It is 10 years this summer since the award winning redevelopment of the Royal Pump Rooms was completed, placing the building at the heart of cultural activities in Leamington Spa and beyond.

To mark this special occasion, from Friday 19 June, there will be a new display celebrating the redevelopment project including eyewitness accounts and fascinating before and after images.

Look out for details of a number of anniversary themed events at the Art Gallery & Museum over the summer.

ART GALLeRY & MuSeuMeVeNTS

Touch Radio presenter Ben day with his favourite painting

COLLECTION CONNECTION

every month a local personality is invited choose their favourite exhibit from Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum. The chosen exhibit is highlighted with a caption thatexplains who selected it and why it appealed to them. The exhibit is also featured in our Friday Focus programme of talks.

THURSDAY FLICKERSThursdays 6.30 - 7.30pm

Thursday Flickers is a great opportunity to see some unique short films made by local and emerging film makers. Screenings include work from video artists, short-film makers, animators, motion-graphic designers and artists using video installations. Please ask at the art gallery reception desk or visit www.warwickdc.gov.uk/royalpumprooms for a current programme.

FREE, no need to book

If you would like to show your work at one of our Thursday Flickers screenings, please contact Tammy Woodrow on 01926 742700 or email [email protected]


FRIDAY FOCUSFridays at 1pm

Learn something new in your lunch break! Friday Focus lunchtime talks cover a wide range of topics relating to the Art Gallery & Museum’s collections and the Royal Pump Rooms. Come and discover some of the fascinating facts and stories behind our exhibits. The talks are informal and last about 10 minutes. Please ask at the art gallery reception desk or visit www.warwickdc.gov.uk/royalpumprooms for a current programme.


ART CART FAMILY FUN Last Saturday of each month, 1 - 3pm

Join us for family art sessions in the galleries using our mobile Art Cart. Take part in a different activity every month.

FREE, drop in and join inSuitable for children up to 12 yearsChildren must be accompanied by an adult


The Singh Twins creating the painting, Art Matters: The Pool of Life, 2008 © The Singh Twins (www.singhtwins.co.uk)

EASTER ART CLUBThursday 16 April, 2 - 4pm Create bright, eye-catching posters inspired by our current exhibition, The Singh Twins: Art in Motion.

FREE, drop in and join in Sessions last 20 minutes, final entry 3.40pm Suitable for ages 6 - 12 yearsChildren must be accompanied by an adult

THE SINGH TWINS - ARTISTS TALKThursday 30 April, 7 - 8pm The Singh Twins will discuss their inspirations, themes and development as artists, highlighting works in the exhibition, The Singh Twins: Art in Motion.

£3 per person (free entry to FLAG members and students)Places are limited, please call 01926 742700Payment required to confirm booking


HADDIE’S GALLERY Opening May 2009

Join Haddie the circus elephant and explore our new family gallery to discover what life was like for a child in Victorian Leamington Spa. Find out about Sam Lockhart, the world famous elephant trainer, journey along the river Leam and try out games played by Victorian children. Haddie’s Gallery will contain something for all the family to enjoy. There will be fun interactives, exciting historical objects and artworks from across our collections.

Haddie’s Gallery will be opening in May 2009. Look out for further details about activities and events celebrating the opening nearer the time.


LEAMINGTON SPA CANAL FESTIVAL 2009: Crazy Collage at the Royal Pump Rooms Sunday 3 May, 12noon - 3pmHave fun creating artwork with the theme What I love about Leamington. Hang your masterpieces at the Canal Festival to share with passers by.

FREE, drop in and join in Suitable for ages 6 – 12 yearsChildren must be accompanied by an adult

ANIMATE!Saturday 16 May, 11am - 4pm

Back by popular demand, this one day animation workshop offers young people aged from 12 - 16 years the opportunity to work with a professional filmmaker to create a short animation which will be screened as part of our Thursday Flickers programme. Participants are advised to bring a packed lunch.

£3 per person. Suitable for ages 12 - 16 yearsPlaces are limited, please call 01926 742700Payment required to confirm booking


Mary Riley sketching at Larkstoke Hill

HALF TERM ART CLUB Thursday 28 May, 2 - 4pm

Summer is nearly here! Make your own creative kites to try out in the Pump Room Gardens.

FREE, drop in and join in Sessions last 20 minutes, final entry 3.40pmSuitable for ages 6 - 12 yearsChildren must be accompanied by an adult

LANDSCAPE WORKSHOP WITH MARY RILEYSaturday 18 July 10.30am - 4.30pm

Join artist Mary Riley to sketch on location. Participants will be encouraged to experiment using a wide range of materials and explore new ways to record their experiences. Materials will be provided.

£30 per adultPlaces are limited, please call 01926 742700Payment required to confirm booking


Winner of the People’s Choice Award 2007, Annabel Rainbow with her work, Warwick Museum 1 - Decay, 2007

OPEN 2009 - PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDFriday 24 July, 1 - 1.30pmWhat’s your favourite exhibit in the OPEN 2009 exhibition? Join us for the presentation of the People’s Choice Award and find out which artwork received the highest number of public votes. This 30 minute event

is part of our regular Friday Focus programme.


CHILDREN’S ART COMPETITIONSaturday 8 August, 11am - 3pmJudging 3.15pm Prizes announced 3.30pm Join in the Royal Pump Rooms 10th Anniversary celebrations! Create a masterpiece using the Art Gallery & Museum’s exhibits, the Royal Pump Rooms building or the Pump Room Gardens as inspiration. Our annual art competition is open to children in three age categories, 7 years and under, 8 - 10 and 11 - 15. everyone who takes part will receive a small prize!

FREE, drop in and join inRecommended for ages 6 - 15 years Children must be accompanied by an adult This event is supported by the Friends of Leamington Art Gallery.


SUMMER ART CLUB Thursday 6, 13, 20, 27 August 2 - 4pm

Get creative during the school holidays and be inspired by the 10 Glorious Years! display. Our Summer Art Club offers families the chance to try out different art activities every week.

FREE, drop in and join in Sessions last 20 minutes, final entry 3.40pmSuitable for ages 6 - 12 yearsChildren must be accompanied by an adult

AddITIONAL INFORMATION

SCHOOLS RESOURCES We offer free teacher led school visits and resources on a number of curriculum topics including art, history, numeracy and literacy for Key Stages 1 and 2. Follow a trail around the gallery, or use our free activity boxes which cover World War II, Ancient egypt and the Victorians.

For more information or to book a visit please telephone Roz Crampton on 01926 742700

ONLINE COLLECTIONSYou can now explore Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum’s collections online. All 11,000 items in the Art Gallery & Museum’s wide ranging collections have been added to an electronic archive, including over 5,000 images. The website is a fantastic resource for those interested in everything from art to local history, including people who are researching their family tree.

To access the online collections visit www.lsagmcollections.org.uk. You can also access the website from the computers in the gallery.

At Lillington, 1856. Watercolour on paper, Thomas Baker. © Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum


ACCESSThe art gallery is on one level and the museum is on two levels accessible by chairlift. There is wheelchair access throughout the building, including toilets. For more information please telephone 01926 742700 or ask at the art gallery reception desk.

EDUCATION ROOMOur education room is available to hire for educational visits and workshops, or for one-off meetings. Please call 01926 742700.

CHILDREN’S UNIVERSITYChildren aged 5 -13 years can join the Children’s university or Kids’ College. Look out for the Children’s university symbol in the events listings. For more information call 01926 742700 or email [email protected]

FAMILY FUNVisit the new Family Fun website, www.family-fun.org.uk, to find family friendly, fun and exciting events to entertain the kids at your local museums and galleries.


FRIENDS OF LEAMINGTON ART GALLERY (FLAG)FLAG support the Art Gallery & Museum, particularly by helping to fund the purchase and conservation of works of art. FLAG also organise a programme of events and visits. They always welcome new members. To find out more, please contact Maureen Chapman on 01789 840703 or visit www.friendsofleamingtonartgallery.co.uk

ARTS DEVELOPMENT SERVICEThe Arts development Service based at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum provides advice, advocacy and support for artists and arts organisations who work and/or live within Warwick district. Please call 01926 742700 or email [email protected] for more information.

SHOPThe Art Gallery & Museum stocks a selection of greetings cards, postcards and publications on the visual arts and local history. Browse our contemporary craft showcase to discover beautiful handmade items that make perfect gifts!

FREE MAILING LISTIf you would like to join our free mailing list and receive regular updates about our events and exhibitions, please call 01926 742700 or email [email protected]

Image courtesy of Armonico Consort

The Assembly Rooms

OTHeR SeRVICeS AT THe ROYAL PuMP ROOMS

THE ASSEMBLY ROOMSThe Assembly Rooms are available for hire for concerts, weddings, parties and conferences. Please call Redcliffe Catering on 01926 313774 for details.

Regular arts events include:

CEROC DANCINGEvery Monday, 7.30pmA popular partner dance similar to salsa, but without the complicated footwork! Beginners are welcome.

For more information please contact John Baker on 07736 472597


LEAMINGTON MUSIC FESTIVAL WEEKENDCelebrating the Haydn Bicentenary and Music in Vienna

Friday 1 May, 7.30pmCropper-Welsh-Roscoe Piano Trio plays Haydn, Beethoven & SchubertSaturday 2 May, 12noonGaleazzi ensemble plays Haydn, Hummel, Hoffmeister & MozartSaturday 2 May, 7.30pmHenschel String Quartet plays Beethoven, Haydn & SchubertSunday 3 May, 12noonGottlieb Wallisch piano plays Haydn, Czerny, Schubert & LisztSunday 3 May, 7.30pmTrio Parnassus plays Haydn, Hummel & SchubertMonday 4 May, 12.30pmYvonne Seymour, Lesley Schatzberger, Alan George & Peter Seymour perform Haydn, Mozart & SchubertMonday 4 May, 7.30pmHenschel Quartet & Gottlieb Wallisch play Haydn, Mozart & BeethovenTuesday 5 May, 12noonThe Four Temperaments play Hummel, Haydn & MozartTuesday 5 May, 7.30pmSchubert ensemble of London plays Haydn, Hummel & Schubert

Tickets from Tourist Information Centre, Royal Pump Rooms or call 01926 776438 or online www.bridgehousetheatre.co.uk

The Royal Pump Rooms

TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRELeamington Tourist Information Centre’s helpful staff have a wealth of local knowledge and can provide information and advice for visitors and residents alike, including guided walks and tours, things to see and do and where to eat and shop.

LIBRARY & INFORMATION SERVICEThe library is located in the beautifully converted public swimming pool. The historic surroundings house the very latest in computer and research technology.

TEA ROOMSThe Tea Rooms offer a menu including lunches, a range of cakes and pastries, and tea and coffee.


dIReCTIONS

HOW TO FIND US

Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum is in the Royal Pump Rooms, on The Parade, opposite Jephson Gardens.

If travelling by car, leave the M40 at Junction 13 northbound or Junction 14 southbound and follow directions into Leamington Spa on the A452. Follow signs for the town centre.

The Royal Pump Rooms is a 10 minute walk from Leamington Spa Railway Station. There are direct rail services from London Marylebone, Birmingham, Oxford and Coventry.

PARKINGThere is limited parking directly outside the Royal Pump Rooms with parking reserved for disabled visitors 10 metres from the entrance. Coach parking is available on Newbold Terrace approximately 50 metres from the building.

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Art Gallery & Museum Opening Hours

Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat 10.30am 5pmThurs 1.30pm - 8pmSun & Bank Hols 11am - 4pmMon Closed

Open Bank Holiday Mondays(except Christmas and New Year)

Facilities & Services Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum 01926 742700

Tourist Information Centre 01926 742762

Leamington Library 01926 742720

Tea Rooms 01926 313774& Assembly Rooms

CONTACT uS AT:Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum

Royal Pump RoomsThe Parade

Leamington SpaCV32 4AA

www.warwickdc.gov.uk/royalpumprooms email [email protected]

Art Gallery & Museum Opening HoursTues, Wed, Fri, Sat 10.30am – 5pmThurs 1.30pm – 8pmSun & Bank Hols 11am – 4pmMon Closed

Open Bank Holiday Mondays(except Christmas and New Year)

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