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| EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS
Thursday,
4th November “INSIDE OUT: Works by Morino” Daiwa
Foundation Japan House Collection of works by innovative contemporary artist, Mayumi Morino. Coming direct from Japan, it is his first solo show in the UK. His technique is to take felt material and scorch it, giving a three-dimensional feel which accentuates the negative space created by the burnt surfaces. Mayumi Morino will give a talk on his work from 6.30pm 6pm-8pm
(Exhibition: 1 November – 15 December Monday-Friday 9:30-5pm) 1st November - 15th December The Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation “INSIDE OUT: Works by Mayumi Morino” Daiwa
Foundation Japan House Collection of works by innovative contemporary artist, Mayumi Morino. Coming direct from Japan, it is his first solo show in the UK. His technique is to take felt material and scorch it, giving a three-dimensional feel which accentuates the negative space created by the burnt surfaces. Monday-Friday 9.30am-5pm
Thursday, 11th November Book Launch “HEROES OF THE KABUKI STAGE: A socio-historical introduction to the Japanese Kabuki theatre and actor prints with retellings of thirty-seven popular kabuki plays, illustrated by woodblock prints” Daiwa
Foundation Japan House A&H Herwig will give a presentation on the origins and culture of kabuki, chaired by Israel Goldman. A selection of actor prints illustrated in the book will be on display. The presentation will be followed by refreshments. 6pm-8pm Free Admission (Entry is by ticket ONLY. To apply for a ticket, please contact the Foundation or visit www.dajf.org.uk) 22nd
October – 14th November Unicorn
Theatre Location: A dazzling new version of the spellbinding tale of Prince Rama and his beautiful wife Sita, told by storyteller Sally Pomme Clayton, filled with shimmering shadows, music and light. Performances daily Tues-Sun. Contact the Pleasance for details or visit www.unicorntheatre.com All seats
£9.50; concessions available
23rd September – 5th December 2004 Victoria and Albert Museum Cromwell
Road Beginning with the European discovery of the sea route to the Indies, this exhibition captures the spirit of an age of discovery, encounter and exchange.Through almost 200 exquisite objects, Encounters reveals the captivating stories and personalities of the period. It explores how East and West perceived and represented each other and how the appeal of the exotic shaped both cultures. 10am-5.45pm
daily Information: +44 (0)20 7942 2000 10th
November - 5th December The Bhavan - Institute of Indian Art and Culture 4A Castletown
Road Contact:
Abi Isherwood +44 (0)20 7381 3086 13th
October - 13th December Asia House in association with The Wellcome Trust Brunei
Gallery The exhibition explores Asia’s holistic approach to medicine which advocates a balanced relationship of body, mind and spirit. On show will be more than 200 objects including exquisite manuscripts, rare anatomical charts, important medical texts, unusual paintings and a range of related medical artefacts. These will be drawn primarily from the Wellcome Library’s extensive collection of Asian art, much of which has not previously been exhibited. Mon-Sun
10.30am-5pm
Monday, 15th November The Japan Foundation Russell
Square House After a brief video in which Dr Christoph Grunenberg, Director, Tate Liverpool, introduces the Japanese art scene, Fumio Nanjo, in conversation with Teresa Gleadowe, will give an overview of current contemporary art activities in Japan focusing principally on museums of contemporary art. 6.30pm
16th June – 17th December Percival David Foundation of Chinese Art 53 Gordon
Square Mon-Fri
only 10.30am–5pm 14th
March – 20th December Percival David Foundation of Chinese Art 53 Gordon
Square Mon-Fri
only 10.30am–5pm 5th
October – 16th January 2005 from the collection of the distinguished artist Jatin Das The Fan Museum 12 Crooms
Hill +44 (0)20
8305 1441 29th
May – 20th February 2005 Horniman Museum & Gardens Balcony
Gallery An exhibition of textiles and weaving traditions which highlights the rich cultural heritage of the beautiful island of Savu in Eastern Indonesia. Alongside the textiles is a photographic display showing aspects of life on the island, and related material made from the lontar palm, the tree on which the islanders’ livelihoods depend. 10.30am-5.30pm
daily Tel:
+44 (0)20 8699 1872 30th
September – 27th February 2005 The British Museum Great
Russell Street The British Museum has the finest collection of Japanese swords in Europe, including examples by many of the major schools, dating from the late Heian period (794-1185) - Meiji era (1868-1912). The exhibition will feature 104 of the Museum’s finest swords which, in 1999,were sent to Japan for specialist polishing, under the auspices of the Japan Sword Museum and generously funded by the Peter Moores Foundation. 10am-5.30pm
daily +44 (0)20
7323 8000 Diploma
in Asian Art The British Museum 38 Great Russell Streeet London WC1B 3DG For further
information contact Dr Heather Elgood helgood@thebritishmuseum.ac.uk The British Museum provides a unique opportunity to gain a postgraduate degree that focuses on the classical and decorative arts of Asia. The course is object based providing lectures and handling sessions led by leading international academics and museum curators. Students can choose any number or combination of three-month modules. Students successfully completing three modules will be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art, validated by University of London, Royal Holloway College. The Post Graduate Diploma is taught over three twelve-week terms. Please contact the Education Dept. for further details. |
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