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June 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: Until 25 October, 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
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: Until 9 August, daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
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: Until 9 August, daily during Library hours
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Free
The Independent Type: Events & Activities
The Independent Type tour
Explore the exhibition and discover the stories and the voices of Victoria’s rich and diverse written culture.
Time: Tues, Thurs & Sun, 1–1.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required, except for groups (03 8664 7099)
Free
Word juggling: poetry and performance
A celebration of freestylin’ word-spinners, perceptive poetry and spoken-word wizardry. Join alicia sometimes and Melbourne’s best word artists in a salon environment for music, competitions, and some poetry along the way. Drinks available, at bar prices.
Time: Thurs 4 June, 6–7.30pm
Venue: Queen’s Hall
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $5
View from the outside: Migrant stories
Since the earliest days of European settlement, Victoria has become a strange new home to successive waves of migrants. Explore the migrant experience and connection with place in Victorian literature, with a panel of first and second-generation Australian writers, including Raimond Gaita, Amra Pajalic and Arnold Zable.
Time: Thurs 18 June, 6–7pm
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Lectures, Talks & Forums
Water Histories: Lessons for Australia in a changing climate
What can we learn from Australian history that might help us deal with our water crisis and climate change today? Michael Cathcart, from the Australia Centre at the University of Melbourne, will draw lessons from his new book, Water Dreamers: How Water and Silence Made Australia. Paul Sinclair, Healthy Ecosystems Program Manager, Australian Conservation Foundation, will discuss his current work and previous research on the Murray River and its people. This event is part of the Making Public Histories series, presented in partnership with the History Council of Victoria and the Monash University Institute for Public History.
Time: Thurs 4 June, 5.30–7pm
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
The secret lives of buildings
Melbourne is populated with architectural gems. This introduction to the Library’s unique architecture collection will enhance your understanding of our built environment. This is one of the Library’s series of Collection Reflections.
Time: Thurs 11 June, 6.30–7.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
The Cross and the Matrix: Artist’s talk by Bruno Leti
Join Bruno Leti for a discussion of The Cross and the Matrix and how he drew on the Library’s vast collections for inspiration for this evocative series of works.
Time: Wed 17 June, 6–7pm
Venue: Cowen Gallery
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Tertiary transformers
Several universities and TAFE institutions have made significant changes to the structure and delivery of their courses in the last few years. This has often been matched with changes to the physical design of spaces, to make them more engaging for students. What are the underlying principles of these changes, and what kind of learning is now occurring? Interact with panellists Amgad Louka, Director, Educational Technology Advancement Group and Acting Director Learning and Teaching, RMIT; Andrew Williamson, CEO, Australian Technical College, Sunshine; and Associate Professor Peter Jamieson, Policy Advisor, Office of Provost, University of Melbourne.
Time: Tues 23 June, 6–7.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Carnegie Down Under: A century of the Dunedin Public Library (The 2009 Foxcroft Lecture)
Mary Ronnie, one of New Zealand’s most distinguished librarians, will give an insightful account of the history of the Dunedin Public Library, with which she has been involved since the 1930s. She was Dunedin City Librarian from 1968 to 1976, and has also held the positions of National Librarian of New Zealand, Auckland City Librarian and Head of the Graduate Department of Librarianship, Archives and Records, at Monash University. The annual Foxcroft Lecture honours the work of pioneering Melbourne bibliographer AB Foxcroft (1884–1938). This event is presented in partnership with the Centre for the Book, Monash University.
Time: Thurs 25 June, 6–7pm
Venue: Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, 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 Mon 8 June)
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
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Not required, except for groups: 03 8664 7099
Free
Music and dance on film
Enjoy free screenings of classic music and dance performances. On 3 June, La Bayadere is Rudolf Nureyev's production for the Ballet de l'Opera de Paris of this wonderful ballet set in exotic India. It features music by Ludwig Minkus, and performers Isabelle Guerin and Laurent Hilaire, with Orchestre Colonne, conducted by Michel Queval. On 17 June, two films are offered: at 12 noon, Gaite Parisienne features the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, filmed at various performances in the 1940s. At 12.40pm, Dancing in the Light showcases six historic dance compositions by African-American choreographers, with performaces by Bill T Jones and the Arnie Zane Dance Company (concludes 1.35pm).
Time: Wed 3 & 17 June, 12–2pm approx
Venue: Arts Reading Room
Bookings: Not required
Free
Press Play: The Web 2.0 world
Want to participate in an online forum or upload content to the web? Experiment with web tools and emerging web technologies, and find out about programs where you can learn more. On hand to help will be Simon Goodrich and Andrew Apostola from Portable Content, and Georgia Webster from SYN media.
Time: Tues 9 June, 6–7.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
Outside-In Cinema: Annie Leibovitz and Spirited Away
See contemporary documentaries and animation on the big screen in Experimedia. BYO snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic). On 10 June, Annie Leibovitz: Life Through a Lens reveals how photographer Annie Leibovitz has produced some of the most iconic images of the last 30 years (M, 2006, 83 minutes). On 24 June, Spirited Away is a wondrous fantasy about a girl named Chihiro who discovers a secret world of strange creatures, spirits and sorcery (PG, 2004, 125 minutes).
Time: Wed 10 & 24 June, 6.30–8pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free
The Melbourne Prize for Literature – entries now open
The $60,000 Melbourne Prize for Literature 2009 and $30,000 Best Writing Award 2009 will recognise and reward excellence in Victorian writing across all genres. Entries close on 17 July, and finalists will be announced on 16 September and displayed at Federation Square in November. Votes for the $3000 Civic Choice Award can be cast at the Melbourne Prize Trust website. For more information, visit the website or call (03) 9685 9276.
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 14 & 28 June, 11am–12.30pm
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, 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 17 & 21 June, 10am–12noon
Venue: Experimedia
Bookings: 03 8664 7099, 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
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