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Winter Film Series 2013

Sessions start at 6.00pm
Wednesdays 5 June – 10 July 2013

Catch some of the most exciting recent cinema about art, culture and ideas in a program curated and introduced by film critic and curator Simon Weaving.

Program and ticketing information available at nga.gov.au/winterfilmseries

Photographer: Lorna Sim

Life is a work of art

11.00am & 3.00pm
Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June 2013

Canberra Dance Theatre established the GOLD company in 2011 – a group of over 55's who love life, dance and culture. Initially conceived as a 10 week project the GOLDs have become a dedicated company of people exploring movement and choreography to stimulate heart, mind and soul.

Life is a work of art will be a processional performance leading the audience through the National Gallery of Australia, as GOLD dancers perform short pieces created in response to works of art in the Gallery. The dance pieces will be created by four choreographers – Canberra Dance Theatre's Artistic Director Liz Lea, Jane Ingall and Indigenous choreographer Tammi Gissell. The performances will also include members of Canberra Dance Theatre to guide the audience through the space.

Canberra Dance Theatre celebrates its 35th Anniversary in 2013. The company's 30th Anniversary was also celebrated at the National Gallery of Australia and CDT is delighted to be able to continue its relationship with one of Australia's leading cultural institutions. Through Life is a work of art Canberra Dance Theatre and the National Gallery of Australia are committed to a project that engages the Canberra community, continuing a legacy of partnership and high-quality arts practice.

Life is a work of art - Celebrating legacy, cultures, art and the elders of Canberra and the world.

Free | Numbers limited | Register at http://goldsatnga.eventbrite.com/

Today's events

10:00 am | A little look at art
Collection
ages 0–2 and parents/carers
BOOKED OUT. Join a voluntary guide for an informal tour of the Gallery for parents and babies. Followed by coffee and muffins.
Book now
$12, $10 members/concession (bookings essential)
Venue: meet in main foyer
3:30 pm | Descriptive tour
Turner from the Tate
For people who are blind or have low vision.
Book now
Free (bookings essential (02) 6240 6519)
Venue: Temporary Exhibitions Gallery
6:00 pm | Diana Vreeland: the eye has to travel
Winter Film Series 2013
2012, G, 77 mins
A fascinating documentary on fashionista Diana Vreeland, editor of Harpers BazaarVogue, who defined style for more than 50 years. Introduced by series curator Simon Weaving. More info here
Book now
$16, $14 concession, $12 members (bookings essential)
Venue: James O Fairfax Theatre