What's On Thursday 25 October 2012
Exhibitions
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Hollywood Costume
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EXHIBITION: Hollywood Costume is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see over 100 of the most iconic costumes in the history of film-making. TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT FOR TODAY
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Ballgowns:
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EXHIBITION: This spring the V&A celebrates the opening of the newly renovated Fashion galleries with an exhibition of beautiful ballgowns, red carpet evening dresses and catwalk showstoppers.
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Family Events
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Back-packs & Trails
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FAMILY EVENT: Journey across the V&A with fantastic stories, games and multi-sensory materials. Choose from Back-packs, trails or, for the under 5s, an Agent Animal bag.
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Conferences & Symposia
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Best Practice! Innovative Techniques for Performing Arts Collections, Libraries and Museums
2 DAY CONFERENCE: Thursday 25 and Friday 26 October The SIBMAS conference will provide a mix of presentations from invited speakers and papers proposed by colleagues working actively within performing arts collections. See a showcase of innovative ideas, from the economical and low-tech, to the latest in applied technology.
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Courses
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Rococo to Art Nouveau 12/13
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YEAR COURSE: Gain a unique perspective on one of the most dynamic periods in the history of European art. Thursdays, 20 September 2012 – 11 July 2013 (over 3 terms), 11.00–15.30
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Free talks & tours
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Daily Introductory Tour
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TOUR: Join this daily one hour tour which describes the history of the V&A and introduces a selection of treasures from the Museum's outstanding collections.
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Medieval & Renaissance Tour 11.30
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TOUR: Join this daily one hour tour which introduces the V&A's stunning Medieval & Renaissance Galleries. Starting at the Meeting Point, Grand Entrance at 11.30.
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Commemorative ceramics in 18th-century Britain
Free entryGALLERY TALK: Hear a potted history of 18th century commemorative ceramics in the V&A galleries. From the creamware mug to the Jasperware medallion, this talk will explore the appeal and popularity of commemorative wares in the 18th century.
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Theatre & Performance Galleries Tour
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TOUR: Take a guided tour of the V&A's exciting theatre and performance collections, including rock & pop posters, theatre and ballet costumes, puppets, stage sets and more! See new costumes from the Lion King now on display.
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British Galleries Tour
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TOUR: Join this daily one hour tour which introduces the V&A's stunning British Galleries which house the most comprehensive collection of British design and art on view anywhere in the world.
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