September 2007 - Exhibitions & Events
Exhibitions
Famous: Karin Catt portraits
This free exhibition presents striking celebrity portraits by high-profile Australian photographer Karin Catt. These iconic images of famous faces, from hip-hop artist Eminem to Mikhail Gorbachev, evoke the world of popular culture seen in the pages of Vogue and Rolling Stone. (A National Portrait Gallery touring exhibition.)
Time: 13 July–11 November, 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Keith Murdoch Gallery
Free
The changing face of Victoria
This fascinating exhibition highlights the people, places and events that have shaped life in Victoria over 200 years. Revisit Victoria's early years, view Ned Kelly’s original armour, and discover Melbourne stories and personalities.
Time: 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Dome Galleries, Level 5
Free
Mirror of the World: books and ideas
This magnificent exhibition showcases rare, beautiful and historically significant books from the Library’s collections. See treasures such as the rare Second Folio of Shakespeare, classic children’s books and 1950s pulp crime fiction.
Time: 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Dome Galleries, Level 4
Free
The Cowen Gallery
The elegant Cowen Gallery features a display of 150 works of art from the Library’s Pictures Collection. The works illustrate Victoria’s landscape, early Melbourne scenes and the European exploration and settlement of Australia.
Time: Daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
Exhibition-related Events & Activities
The following events and activities in September complement the exhibition Famous: Karin Catt portraits (see Exhibitions).
Exhibition Snapshot: Free tour
Join a free half-hour guided tour to zoom in on a selection of Karin Catt’s signature images and hear some of the stories behind her striking photographic portraits.
Time: Sat 1 September, 3–3.30pm
Venue: Keith Murdoch Gallery
Bookings: 03 8664 7016 or bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Strike a Pose! Magazine portraits
The glossy magazines evoke a glamorous fantasy world that's carefully constructed by photographers, editors and stylists. How do they shape our views of style, celebrity and aesthetics? A lively discussion with Stephanie Wood, Deputy Editor, The Melbourne Magazine; Deborah Thomas, Editor, Women’s Weekly; Bronwyn Kidd, fashion photographer; Jason Grant, stylist and Melbourne Contributing Editor, INSIDEout magazine and Jane Hutchinson, Melbourne Editor, Sunday Magazine, Herald Sun/Sunday Telegraph. (Presented in association with Motorola Melbourne Spring Fashion Week.)
Time: Thurs 6 September, 6.30–7.45pm
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: 03 8664 7016 or bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $10 ($8 concession and State Library Foundation members)
Famous: Dress to impress!
Seen the Famous exhibition and think you can look better? Create your own celebrity portrait! Choose a costume, select a backdrop, then pose for our celebrity photographer and take your portrait home to impress everyone.
Time: 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Not required
Free
Fabulous & Famous: Digital photo competition
Want to be a celebrity photographer? Enter this competition to win great prizes in the Years 7–8 and Years 9–10 categories. Your mission is to snap digital images of fabulous and famous people – or (if Paris Hilton is busy) get your friends to pose as celebrities!
Entries due: 21 October
Information: Go to the competition pages or phone 03 8664 7555
Free
Other Events
The Secret Life of Gamers: Everquest
Wondering what your kids actually do online? Recent hype in the media about role-playing games and virtual worlds has made many parents curious. Discover why kids play MMORGS (massively multi-player online role-playing games), including Everquest, a popular game that creates a compelling online fantasy world for participants.
Time: Sun 2 September, 3–5pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555
Free
Digital Forum: Reconstructed archaeology – Virtual history
The educational multimedia industry finds itself competing with computer games to engage young minds. Students expect advanced visuals and interactivity – even when it comes to learning about ancient history! Thomas Chandler, a lecturer in information technology at Monash University, will demonstrate 3D graphic and animation research and discuss the educational potential of interactive virtual spaces.
Time: Tues 4 September, 9–10am
Venue: Meet at front entrance, 8.55am
Bookings: Not required (inquiries 03 8664 7113)
Free
Video Killed the Radio Star
Want to be a VJ (video DJ)? Learn the basics in this exciting new workshop facilitated by video artist Tim Devine. Participants will be introduced to a simple software package and work with images from the Library’s Pictures Collection to create their own video work.
Time: Tues 18 September, 6.30–8.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555
Free
Michael Morpurgo in Conversation
Hear popular and award-winning UK children's author Michael Morpurgo talking with Voiceworks editor Pam Macintyre about his work, including his latest book, Best Mate. (Presented by the Centre for Youth Literature.)
Time: Thurs 20 September, 7–9.30pm
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: 03 8664 7014 or youthlit@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Musical Treasures: Music by Peggy Glanville-Hicks
The final in a series of three concerts showcasing rare original music from the Library’s collection, and featuring the work of former Creative Fellows Marshall McGuire and Richard Divall. Featuring Peggy Glanville-Hicks' Harp Sonata (1951), the final scene from the opera Sappho (1965), and Letters from Morocco (1952). Performed by Marshall McGuire (harp, piano), Suzanne Johnston (mezzo-soprano) and George Laikatos (tenor), and introduced by Richard Divall. Original manuscripts and related material will be on display.
Time: Fri 21 September, 7.30–9pm
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Bookings: 03 8664 7016 or bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $25 ($20 concession and State Library Foundation members)
Tours & Activities
Library Tour
Join a free, one-hour guided tour and see the famous domed La Trobe Reading Room, and the Dome Galleries, which house the permanent exhibitions Mirror of the World: books and ideas (on Level 4) and The changing face of Victoria (on Level 5).
Time: Mon–Fri, 2–3pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Only necessary for groups; 03 8664 7279
Free
Make a Card for Father's Day
Show Dad (or another special person) how much you love him: make a card for Father’s Day, with your own special message, pictures and decoration.
Time: Sat 1 & Sun 2 September, 11am–12noon
Venue: Play Pod, Experimedia
Booking: Not required
Free
Sparky Stories
Free Sunday fun for kids aged 5 to 12! Create a digital story-book, complete with illustrations, based on your favourite story-book or your own made-up story. Limited to eight children only – so book soon! (Parents must accompany children.)
Time: Sun 2, 9 & 16 September, 10am–12.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning @slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Reading Together: The Magic Hat
A very special storytime for children. Join in National Simultaneous Storytime, when The Magic Hat, by Mem Fox, will be read simultaneously at libraries and schools across Australia! This activity marks National Literacy & Numeracy Week (3–9 September).
Time: Thurs 6 September, 11am–12noon
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Not required
Free
Sondheim and Ella: Music videos
Company: The Making of the Original Cast Album is an extraordinary documentary about the original Broadway-cast recording session for the album of the hit ’70s musical Company by Stephen Sondheim. Followed by Ella Fitzgerald: Something to Live For, a portrait of the legendary singer, narrated by Tony Bennett.
Time: Wed 12 September, 12–2.25pm
Venue: Arts Reading Room
Bookings: Not required
Free
The Merry Widow: Music video
A sparkling performance of Lehar’s three-act ballet, featuring Lisa Pavane, Steven Heathcote, Rebecca Yates, David McAllister and artists of the Australian Ballet. With the State Orchestra of Victoria, conducted by Noel Smith. Artistic Director Maina Gielgud; scenario and staging by Robert Helpmann. Recorded at the Victorian Arts Centre in 1993.
Time: Wed 26 September, 12–1.30pm
Venue: Arts Reading Room
Bookings: Not required
Free
Play Pod: Activities for kids
In the colourful and kid-friendly Play Pod space in Experimedia, children aged 3–5 can dip into favourite story-books anytime. For a more structured activity, ask for the Make a Book box to create your own book, or the Ned's Helmet box to make your own Ned Kelly helmet to take home. (Young children should be supervised by an adult.)
Time: During Library hours
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Not required
Free
School Holiday Activities
Family Exhibition Tour & Workshop
Enjoy a free guided tour of the magnificent exhibition Mirror of the World: books and ideas, which showcases rare and beautiful books from the Middle Ages to the present day, then join a fun workshop where children can make their own illustrated book.
Dates: Mon 24–Fri 28 September, 10–11.30am daily
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: not required
Free
Storytime: Treasure Island
Ahoy there! Come in your best pirate outfit and be entertained by storyteller extraordinaire Bernard Caleo's unique reading of Treasure Island. All ages welcome. Note: participants wishing to attend Sparky Stories on the same day (see below) must book separately for each program.
Time: Sun 23 & 30 September (also 7 October); 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning @slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Sparky Stories: Holiday program
Free fun for kids aged 5–12! Create a digital story-book, complete with illustrations, based on your favourite story-book or your very own made-up story. Limited to eight children only, so book soon! (Each child must be accompanied by an adult.)
Time: Sun 23 & 30 September (also 7 October), 12:30–3pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning @slv.vic.gov.au
Free
A Play on Words: Mr Bleak and the Etryop
Horrible Mr Bleak is up against the word players – the wily Word Collector, the Sharpies, the Jolly Vowels, and the Mat that Sat on the Cat. Children will love this mad performance, with delicious bites from Elizabeth Honey’s well-loved poetry books Honey Sandwich, Mongrel Doggerel and The Moon in the Man! (For ages 5–10.)
Time: Thurs 27 September, 11am–12noon
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning @slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $6
Making a Scene: Digital animation
Make a scene these holidays and create an animated movie to take home! In this one-day workshop, children will work together to write a story, then use simple software to animate each section. Each child will receive a copy on CD to take home. (For ages 7–13.)
Time: Mon 1–Fri 5 October, 10.30am–3.30pm daily
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning @slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $40
Old Tom's Big Book of Beauty: Book launch
An afternoon of fun and frivolity with one of Leigh Hobbs' most endearing characters, Old Tom. Enjoy Old Tom stories with the author, dress-ups, hair-dos, photo shoots and a spot of afternoon tea! All ages and families welcome. (Presented in partnership with publisher Allen & Unwin.)
Time: Sun 7 October, 1.30–3.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning @slv.vic.gov.au
Free
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