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April 2009 - Exhibitions & Events
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Exhibitions
The Independent Type: Books and Writing in Victoria
Turn the pages of Victoria's literary history, from the first stories to the contemporary scene. This free exhibition celebrates our rich and diverse written culture, highlighting the stories, the voices and the spirit of independence that have made Victoria's literature unique.
Time: 24 April–30 August, 10am–5pm daily (to 9pm Thursdays)
Venue: Keith Murdoch Gallery
Free
The changing face of Victoria
Revisit Victoria's early years, see Ned Kelly's armour and discover Melbourne stories in this fascinating exhibition.
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.
Time: 10am–5pm daily
Venue: Dome Galleries, Level 4
Free
The Cowen Gallery
View works from the Library's Pictures Collection, ranging from early scenes of Melbourne to contemporary portraits.
Time: Daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
Bruno Leti: The Cross and the Matrix
A display of evocative works by Melbourne artist Bruno Leti, produced as a result of his Creative Fellowship at the State Library. They include paintings, photographs, prints and an artist's book, Journal of a Cross.
Time: 11 April–9 August, daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
Juan Davila: A Panorama of Melbourne
This 12-metre panorama by artist Juan Davila was conceived while he was an Honorary Creative Fellow at the State Library. It traces the evolution of Melbourne's built environment, from early Indigenous homes through to a futuristic vision.
Time: 11 April–9 August, daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
The Independent Type: Events & activities
The curator's view
Join the exhibition's curator, Steve Grimwade (Associate Director of the Melbourne Writers Festival), for an engaging introduction to the exhibition.
Time: Fri 24 April, 1–1.45pm & 3–3.45pm; Sat 25 & Sun 26 April, 2–2.45pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Phone 03 8664 7099, email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au or book online for 24 April at 1pm, 24 April at 3pm, 25 April at 2pm or 26 April at 2pm
Free
My land, my stories
Indigenous Victorians have always communicated their connection to the land and each other through stories, art and dance. Celebrate the living cultural landscape of Aboriginal Victorians in a weekend of activities and performances.
- Healing the Spirit – My possum-skin cloak: Join artist Vicki Couzens of the Gunditjmara and Kirrae Whurrong clans to learn how possum-skin cloaks tell stories of land, family and identity (Sat & Sun, 1–2pm).
- Join and Unite: See the Jindi Worobak Dance Troupe performing Wurundjeri dances (Sat, 3–4pm).
- Dreamtime Stories: Join Wamba Wamba man and storyteller Ron Murray for traditional dreaming stories of the south-eastern tribes (Sun, 3–4pm).
Time: Sat 25 & Sun 26 April, 1–2pm & 3–4pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Book online for Healing the Spirit on 25 April or 26 April, Join and Unite on 25 April or Dreamtime Stories on 26 April
Free
The Independent Type tour
Explore the exhibition and discover the stories and the voices of Victoria's rich and diverse written culture.
Time: Tues 28 & Thurs 30 April, 1–1.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required, except for groups: 03 8664 7099
Free
Lectures, talks & forums
Get into video games: Play
Find out what gaming is all about at this evening of interactive play and mini-tournaments. Discover a range of video games and consoles, and meet game experts from Dissecta.
Time: Tues 7 April, 6–7.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Treasures of World War I
Join a collection specialist to discover the Library's rich World War I collection, from vivid photographs to audio recordings, international newspapers and personal diaries. Every item tells a story!
Time: Thurs 16 April, 6.30–7.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Making cultural centres current
Museums, libraries and cultural centres now provide public programs, events and activities to help visitors to connect with their collections and displays. Join in a discussion with programming managers Patrick Watt (National Sports Museum), Robin Penty (Victorian Arts Centre) and Margaret Griffith (Melbourne Museum).
Time: Tues 21 April, 6–7.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Remembering Australia's Great War
How are our history and memory of the Great War changing? Join a panel of authors chaired by Alistair Thomson (Anzac Memories), with Marina Larsson (Shattered Anzacs: Living with the Scars of War), Bart Ziino (A Distant Grief: Australians, War Graves and the Great War) and Ross McMullin (Pompey Elliot and Will Dyson: Australia’s Radical Genius). This event is presented in partnership with the Monash University Institute for Public History and the History Council of Victoria.
Time: Thurs 30 April, 5.30–7pm
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Tours & activities
In addition to the scheduled tours listed, the Library can provide customised tours for groups, covering various Library spaces, exhibitions and collections. For details, call 03 8664 7279.
Dome Galleries tour
Visit the magnificent domed La Trobe Reading Room and highlights of the exhibitions Mirror of the World: books and ideas and The changing face of Victoria.
Time: Mon–Fri, 2–3pm (except public holidays)
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required, except for groups: 03 8664 7099
Free
Ned Kelly's laptop (tour)
What would Ned Kelly have achieved if he'd had a laptop? Visit the exhibition The changing face of Victoria to discover the story of Ned Kelly. See Ned's armour, amazing photographs, original documents and artefacts.
Time: Tues & Thurs, 10.30–11.30am (except school and public holidays)
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required, except for groups: 03 8664 7099
Free
Music and dance on film: Sylvia and The Flying Dutchman
Enjoy free screenings of classic music and dance performances. On 8 April, see Sylvia, an elegant ballet based on a Greek myth, featuring music by Delibes, choreography by Frederick Ashton and Darcey Bussell as Sylvia, performed at Covent Garden for the 75th anniversary of the Royal Ballet. On 22 April, enjoy an acclaimed production of Wagner's opera The Flying Dutchman, filmed in performance at the Bayreuth Festival in 1985.
Time: Wed 8 & 22 April, 12–2pm
Venue: Arts Reading Room
Bookings: Not required
Free
Outside-In Cinema: Lou Reed and Totoro
View contemporary documentaries and animated films on the big screen in Experimedia. BYO snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic). On Wednesday 15 April, Lou Reed’s Berlin (PG, 2008, 87 mins) captures the performance of Reed's 1973 album Berlin over five nights at St Ann's Warehouse, Brooklyn. On Wednesday 29 April, My Neighbour Totoro (G, 1988, 86 mins) tells the story of two girls, Satsuki and Mei, who discover they share their home with some unusual creatures and even stranger neighbours.
Time: Wed 15 & 29 April, 6.30–8pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Phone 03 8664 7099, email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au or book online for Lou Reed's Berlin or My Neighbour Totoro
Free
Digital storytelling workshop
Capture your personal story and memories to share with family and friends in this fun, one-day workshop. Bring some photos and other special objects, and take your story home on DVD.
Time: Tues 28 April, 10am–4pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Kids at the Library
Super-action storytelling
With storyteller Bernard Caleo, children will discover the Library's galleries and the amazing stories they tell, then make a creative record of their experience. (For ages 6 to 12.)
Time: Sun 5 April, 11am–12.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
World Book Day storytime
UNESCO World Book Day is a worldwide celebration of books and reading in over 100 countries. Enjoy children's stories with the rest of the world! Each child receives a book to take home.
Time: Thurs 23 April, 11am–12noon
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Sparky Stories: Digital workshop
Free Sunday fun for kids aged 6 to 12! Inspired by illustrated books from the Library's collection, each child will create a digital picture-book, complete with illustrations and their own narration.
Time: Sun 26 April, 10am–12noon
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Play Pod: Fun for kids
The Play Pod is a colourful and kid-friendly space in Experimedia. Get comfy and dip into popular picture-books, view children's digital art, or borrow an activity pack and make your own book or a replica of Ned Kelly’s helmet! (Young children should be supervised by an adult.)
Time: Daily during Library hours
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Not required
Free
April school holiday programs
Secrets of the State Library
In this one-day workshop, children will tour the Library to discover its secrets, then write, illustrate and narrate a digital story inspired by what they've learnt, and take it home on DVD. (For ages 8 to 14; each participant receives a copy of the book National Treasures from Australia’s Great Libraries.)
Time: Mon 6–Thurs 9 April, 10.30am–4pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $40
Ned Kelly for kids
Visit the exhibition The changing face of Victoria to discover the story of Ned Kelly. See Ned’s actual armour and original photographs, and hear amazing stories of the notorious Kelly gang. Followed by an optional half-hour children's activity, making a replica of Ned's helmet. (For ages 5 to 12.)
Time: Tues 7 & 14 April, Thurs 9 & 16 April, 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required
Free
Cubby capsule
In this engaging workshop, children will create and publish their own story with the help of a professional writer and illustrator, and share it with other children. (For ages 7 to 13.)
Time: Tues 14–Fri 17 April, 1–3pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: Phone 03 8664 7099, email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au or book online for 14 April, 15 April, 16 April or 17 April
Free
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