This week sees the international art world at its most inventive, hosting outdoor interventions, whole city musical takeovers, ballet performed under the stars and an innovative use of materials...
This week sees the international art world at its most inventive, hosting outdoor interventions, whole city musical takeovers, ballet performed under the stars and an innovative use of materials.
Monday July 19 – American Ballet Theatre Hosts Evening in San Marino, California
Private dinner and performance at the home of Avery & Andrew Barth in San Morino with all profits going to the American Ballet Theatre. An enchanting start to the week under the stars.
Tuesday July 20 – Lightwall Presents Jack Killick, St Paul’s West Hackney Church, London
Right hand woman of Gonkar Gyatso, Eiko Honda’s personal project ‘LightWall Presents’ returns to London for a second instalment this time featuring the work of London based sculptor Jack Killick. LightWall is a series of spatial interventions by emerging artists, challenging accepted mediums of presenting art work.
Wednesday July 21 – Schiller’s Intrigue/Love, The Faction Theatre Company at Southwark Playhouse, London
Mid week contemplation as this inventive theatrical company adapts Schiller’s masterpiece for the eccentric Southwark Playhouse. The Faction Theatre’s dedication to the revival and renewal of theatre’s classics is inspiring.
Saturday July 24 – Joana Vasconcelos, I Will Survive, Haunch of Venison, London
Portugese artist Joana Vasconcelos came to attention courtesy of a chandelier made from 25,000 tampons at the Venice Biennale 2005. The Haunch of Venison hosts Vasconcelos as she presents, “I Will Survive” which purports to be a world of ‘embroidery and sex’.
Sunday July 25 – Copenhagen Summer Festival, Denmark
Copenhagen Summer Festival begins on Sunday. The city's most charming venues will stage 12 classical concerts over 12 consecutive days.
