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BFI Mediatheque presents
Black Britain
To mark Black History Month 2008, a diverse selection of new titles will be added to the Mediatheque's groundbreaking collection exploring a century of black representation on British screens. Here are the trailblazers, the icons, the stereotypes and the controversies.
From the BBC’s provocative new title Shoot the Messenger (2006) to infrequent appearances of black Edwardians in the films of Mitchell and Kenyon to documentaries such as The Negro Next Door (1965), Black Britain charts changing attitudes and hidden histories spanning more than a century of British film and television.
Using the BFI Mediatheque is easy - turn up on the day or book a viewing session in advance. Proof of age may be required, as only age-appropriate material is made available to younger users.
The Mediatheque is completely free of charge and is open everyday except Monday.
Opening times
Tue 13:00-20:00, Wed - Sun 11:00-20:00
Book in advance: 020 7928 3535 Not open Mon (except Bank Holidays).
Education and community groups Tue mornings. For group bookings call 020 7849 4451.
Click here for a directory of films currently available to view.
londonprintstudio gallery presents
Carnival Flamboyan: An exhibition and book featuring Flamboyan, the original and most celebrated West London Carnival band.
6th October - 15th November 2008
Carnival Flamboyan book launch
Thursday 30th October 2008 6.30pm - 9.00 pm
Gallery admission is FREE
Carnival comes alive with this exhibition of photographs and costumes celebrating life on the road with Flamboyan at the 2008 Notting Hill Carnival. Photographer John Phillips documents the Carnival experience from the perspective of a band member - revealing the climax of festivities and some more reflective moments. This year, Flamboyan marks its 21 years as a carnival band by launching 'Carnival Flamboyan' - a book full of spectacular images and text about Carnival and Flamboyan.
The accompanying book, 'Carnival Flamboyan' includes 80 pages of full colour photography featuring the spectacular costumes of Flamboyan. The book launch party will be held in the londonprintstudio gallery on Thursday, 30 October, 2008, from 6.30pm to 9.00pm.
londonprintstudio gallery
Open Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am to 6.00pm 425 Harrow Road, London W10 4RE
Tube: Westbourne Park, Ladbroke Grove, Queens Park Buses : 18, 23, 328, 31, 36 pass close to the studio
Tel: 020 8969 3247 Fax 020 8964 0008
info@londonprintstudio.org.uk
For more details visit www.londonprintstudio.org.uk
Friday 7th November 2008
A packed day of free workshops, talks and performances at seven different locations along Exhibition Road, London SW7.
Meet designers, scientists and artists and find out more about different education and career pathways.
Visit www.exhibitionroad.com for further details.
Explore more at the Victoria & Albert Museum...
School Programme
The Sackler Centre for arts education at the V&A is the Museum's centre for public learning through creative design and one of its most innovative spaces.
To see the Sackler Centre for arts education programme September to December 08 visit:
www.vam.ac.uk/schools
Create! Autumn 2008
Design fashion, digital graphics, sound and even the future at the new Sackler Centre this autumn, visit:
www.vam.ac.uk/create
Families Programme
Every weekend you'll find Back-Packs and exciting Drop-in-Design events for families. You'll always find family trails and brilliant hands-on interactive exhibits for you all to enjoy. And for something different, come along to our fantastic special events, listed below, that happen every school holiday and on other days too. All family events are free and drop- in.
www.vam.ac.uk/families
Venue: Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington, Cromwell Road London SW7 2RL
For more information: www.vam.ac.uk or 020 7942 2000
FREE Instrumental and choral workshops at Westminster Music Library with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
October 28th Morning session: 10.00am – 1.00pm
This autumn, we are inviting participants of all ages and musical abilities to take part in an exciting project with some of the UK’s finest musicians. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Westminster Music Library, and the 50th anniversary of the death of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams, who opened the Library in 1948, we will be holding a series of music workshops in the library at Buckingham Palace Road.
Booking closes on 29th September.
Places are limited and must be booked in advance.
Venue: Westminster Music Library, 160 Buckingham Palace Road, London.
For more information call: Ruth Walters 0207 641 4286
London Print Studio Young Artists' Programme
Launches in September 2008!
London Print Studio is launching a year long Young Artists’ Programme this September. The programme will give young people aged 16 – 24 the opportunity to push their creative boundaries.
Interested?
Check out the taster sessions and workshops on offer here.
Download an information pack, and fill in the registration form. If you would like to receive a pack by post, please ring 0208 969 3247.
If you would like more information about londonprintstudio or the Young Artists’ Programme email youtharts@londonprintstudio.org.uk or call on 0208 969 3247.
Two Year Part-time Acting Training
Commences January 2009
Auditioning NOW
Application Deadline: 31st October 2008
At the heart of London Repertory Company is the return to the centuries old tradition of acting being a handed-down craft, and this new two year training is designed to equip students with all the techniques required to enjoy a successful career in the acting profession.
Suitable for those new to the industry as well as those wishing to develop or hone their existing skills, this acclaimed training offers an accessible, affordable alternative to full-time drama schools.
The next training is scheduled to commence in January 2009 and applications are now open.
Venue: London Repertory Company Academy, 27 Old Gloucester Street London WC1N 3XX
Telephone: 020 7258 1944
Contact: academy@londonrepertorycompany.com
For more information: www.londonrepertorycompany.com/academy
The Westminster Arts Open Exhibition 2008 runs from Sat 8 – Sat 22 November 08. It highlights the extraordinary range of artwork by artists who live, work or study in Westminster and provides the opportunity for local artists to exhibit and sell their work in the beautiful SW1 Gallery in Victoria. It provides an opportunity for dozens of local artists to exhibit and sell their work for two weeks in the beautiful SW1 Gallery in Victoria.
To download a submission form, visit: www.westminsterarts.org.uk or contact paula@westminsterarts.org.uk / 020 7641 1017/1018
Shape runs a ticket and volunteer Access Assistants service, Shape Tickets, for deaf and disabled residents of Westminster to enable them to attend cultural events in London. Membership costs just £25/year, and is open to anyone who faces obstacles in booking or getting to events.
To find out more about Shape Tickets and to find access assistance: http://tickets.shapearts.org.uk
Listings of forthcoming arts events can also be found at:
2008 Westminster City Council. Contact the Council
