Talks, Glasgow

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Artist's Talk: Elisabetta Toreno
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The art historian returns to the Gallery of Modern Art to give a talk on the A-Z of modern art, while looking at the impact of abstraction on modern art as we know it. With mulled wine and mince pies. Part of 'Echo and Transcend' in Gallery 1.
11 Dec 6.30–7.30 Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
Artist's Talk: Ilana Halperin
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Artist Ilana Halperin discusses how she has found inspiration in gallery collections and exhibitions (Gallery 4).
20 Nov 6.30–7.30 Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
Conversation Pieces: Dr Phil Hammond
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The irreverent doc who entertained us at the Fringe with his show '59 Minutes to Save the NHS' brings his new book, 'Medicine Balls', to town.
28 Nov 1.00 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
Curator's Favourites
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Noorah Al-Gailani, Curator of Islamic Civilisations, discusses a Kurdish piled carpet from northwest Iran.
10 Dec 12.30–1.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Curator's Favourites
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Simon Eccles, Senior Curator of Ancient Civilisations, discusses palaces, power and potentates in Ancient Iraq.
3 Dec 12.30–1.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Curator's Favourites
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Robert Wenley, Curator of European Art, 1600-1800, discusses Jacob Epstein's bust of Lilian Shelley.
17 Dec 12.30–1.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Curator's Favourites
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Robert Wenley and Lindsay Gordon discuss the Castle Howard bureau-cabinet.
19 Nov 12.30–1.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Curator's Favourites
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Emma May, Curator of Chinese and Oriental Civilisations, gives a talk on the Han Dynasty Chinese Ceramics for the afterlife.
26 Nov 12.30–1.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Curators' talks
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Dr Frances Fowle, of the National Galleries of Scotland, discusses the 'Impressionism and Scotland' exhibition. Maximum 60 people, on a first come first served basis. To confirm dates, please call 0141 276 9509.
20 Nov 12.30–1.30 Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Curators' talks
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Jennifer Melville, Keeper of Fine Art at Aberdeen Art Gallery, discusses the road to Impressionism - Scottish collecting of Realist art and how it inspired Scottish artists. Maximum 60 places, on a first come first served basis.
22 Nov 11.30am–12.30 Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Get Up! Stand Up!
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Can one person make a difference? This interactive tour and discussion explores equal rights and human rights in Glasgow as part of UNESCO's International Day, which marks the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
10 Dec 1.00–2.00 People's Palace & Winter Gardens, Glasgow
Masterpieces and Mysteries
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Robert Wenley, Curator of European Art (1600-1800), discusses his research into Glasgow Museums' Dutch paintings.
6 Dec 2.00 Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Themed Tours at the Burrell
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Jim Turle discusses modern art in the collection.
16 Dec 2.00 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Tours for people with visual impairment
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An exploration of the key themes of the 'Impressionism and Scotland' exhibition for the visually impaired. Maximum 8 people. Please book in advance.
2 Dec 11.00am Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Tram Man
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A tram conductor comes to life, and talks about the early days of Glasgow's public transport system. Under-8s must be accompanied by an adult.
29 Nov, 13 Dec 11.00am, 12.30 & 2.00 Museum of Transport, Glasgow
What Do the Arts Do for Europe?
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Can arts and culture be considered as core values of Europe? What is the Scottish take on the contribution of arts and culture to the idea of a European Union? Come and take part in the debate. Speakers include Linda Fabiani: Minister for Europe, external affairs and Culture Geoffrey Brown: Director of EUCLID, Manchester John Hudson: Director of the Kirkcudbright Abroad Mark O'Neill: Head of Arts and Museums, Culture and Sport Glasgow. The panel will be chaired by TV-broadcaster Muriel Gray.
19 Nov 7.00 Alliance Française de Glasgow, Glasgow

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