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| Gothic: Art for England 1400-1547 is complemented by a varied programme of events and activities. These are designed with a range of both general and specialist interests in mind. Highlights include a Gothic family Christmas and a three day conference. |
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| All events are free and drop in unless stated otherwise. For bookable events, call the V&A Box Office on +44 (0)20 7942 2211. |
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| Magdala Choir |
| Wednesday 26 November |
| 19.30 |
| Raphael Cartoon Court |
| A performance of Gothic music by the Magdala Choir. |
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| Gothic Life |
| Saturday 29, Sunday 30 November |
| 11.00-17.00 |
| Various locations |
| Explore the clothes, culture and lifestyle of 15th century people in this exciting living history display. |
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| Introductory Slide Talk Gothic: Art for England 1400-1547 |
| Saturday 10 January |
| 13.00 |
| Lecture Theatre |
| Richard Marks, exhibition curator |
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| Wednesday Late View: Gothic: Art for England 1400-1547 Lecture |
| 15 October 2003 |
| 19.30 |
| Lecture Theatre |
| This beautifully illustrated talk by Richard Marks, surveys the spectacular art and architecture of the period and highlights the major issues explored by the exhibition.
Ticket price: full £8.50. V&A Members plus one guest, and full-time students: £5.50. |
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| Wednesday Late View: Drop-in-and-draw programmes |
| 3,10 & 17 December |
| 19.00 - 21.00 |
| In the galleries |
| Drop in and draw Gothic art and design. Materials are
provided and roving tutors will assist you. There are special events and private views for educators. For more information call +44 (0)20 7942 2197. |
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| Gallery Talks Meet in the Grand Entrance unless stated otherwise. |
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| 13.00 Saturday 1 November Daily Life in Gothic art Ruth Singer Sunday 9 November Saturday 15 November Saturday 22 November Saturday 29 November 18.45 Wednesday 26 November Wednesday 17 December Wednesday 14 January Visits to the exhibition for blind, partially sighted
and deaf people Wednesday 10 December 18.30 Please let us know that you are coming, call +44 (0)20
7942 2197 |
| Gothic Christmas Celebrate a Gothic-inspired Christmas at the V&A with family events for the Christmas holidays including: Gothic music and dance, armour handling, Mummers' and Mystery plays and art activities. |
| 'Love and Laughter' Gothic Poems, Music and Greeting Card Making |
| Sunday 14 December |
| 11.00-13.00 & 14.00-16.00 |
| Norfolk House Music Room |
| Hear excepts from Piers Plowman and the Canterbury Tales read by Poems on the Underground. |
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| Create Gothic Greetings Cards |
| Saturday 20 - Tuesday 23 December |
| 11.00 - 13.00 & 14.00-17.00 |
| Lunchroom |
| Create your own medieval greetings cards based on Gothic objects and architectural shapes. |
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| A Knight's Tale: Armour Handling |
| Saturday 20, Sunday 21 December and Sunday 4 January |
| 11.00, 14.00 & 15.30 |
| Raphael |
| Hear tales of chivalry and watch a knight prepare for battle as he dons his plate armour. |
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| Gothic Music and Dance |
| Saturday 27 - Monday 29 December |
| 11.00, 14.00 & 15.30 |
| Raphael |
| Listen to and join in with Gothic dances from Baroque 'n' Roll. |
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| Make a Stained Glass Window |
| Saturday 27 - Sunday 28 December |
| 11.00 & 14.00 |
| Lunchroom |
| Create your own Gothic-inspired stained glass window using coloured acetates. |
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| Gothic Crown and Jewellery Making |
| Monday 29, Tuesday 30 December, Thursday 1 January |
| 11.00 & 14.00 |
| Lunchroom |
| Deck yourself out as king or queen by creating your own gothic inspired crown jewels. |
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| The Second Shepherd's Pageant: Mystery Play |
| Wednesday 31 December - Thursday 1 January |
| 14.00 & 15.30 |
| Lecture Theatre |
| 'The Lion's part' theatre company perform this traditional nativity play. |
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| St George and the Green Man: Mummers' Play and Wassailing Procession |
| Friday 2 - Saturday 3 January |
| 14.00 & 15.30 |
| Raphael |
| See St George do battle, join in the procession and learn a Farandole dance. |
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| Wassailing Workshop |
| Friday 2 - Saturday 3 January |
| 11.00 & 14.00 |
| Lunchroom |
| Make a Mummer's head-dress or a wassail bowl or rod of misrule, then use it to join in the wassailing procession. |
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| Tales from Gothic Times |
| Saturday 3 - Sunday 4 January |
| 11.30,14.00 & 15.30 |
| Room 126 |
| Hear internationally acclaimed storyteller Patrick Ryan weave late medieval stories for all to enjoy. |
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| Demonstrations in the Galleries Saturdays and Sundays Drop in any time between 14.00-17.00 and stay as long as you wish. |
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| Fine Metal Working |
| 1, 2 November |
| Room 22 |
| Explore the making and finishing of fine metal decorations for Gothic clothing and personal items such as scabbard and belt fittings. |
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| Armour |
| 8, 9 November |
| Room 22 |
| Discover the skilled work involved in making fine quality Gothic armour. |
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| Woodcarver |
| 15, 16 November |
| Room 22 |
| Explore the fine work of a medieval woodcarver. |
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| Panel Painting |
| 22, 23 November |
| Room 25 |
| Find out about the techniques and materials used in painting decorative panels for churches and homes in the 15th century, including mixing pigments and applying gold leaf. |
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| Medieval Pottery |
| Wednesday 5 November |
| 14.00-17.00 and 18.30-20.30 |
| Education Studio |
| Discover the forms, decorations and glazes of the finest Gothic pottery. |
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| Book Production |
| Wednesday 12 November |
| 14.00-17.00 and 18.30-20.30 |
| Room 25 |
| Find out about the materials and techniques used in producing medieval books. |
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| Tablet Weaving |
| Wednesday 19 November |
| 14.00-17.00 and 18.30-20.30 |
| Room 22 |
| Explore this fine and intricate weaving technique which was very popular in the 15th century. |
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