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Singapore, Malaysia: The Cinema!
Wednesday, December 16th 2009
16 December 2009 - 1 March 2010. The Centre Pompidou offers viewers the chance to celebrate the cinematic secrets of Singapore and Malaysia, as well as neighbouring Korea, Thailand, Kuala Lumpur and The Philippines. Although cinema in South East Asia remains largely unknown in the west, the industry there is witnessing something of a renaissance. This is being spear-headed by a young generation of directors and actors whose never-before-seen work can now be enjoyed in Paris. Wed-Mon: 11.00-22.00 more
Friday, October 23rd 2009
23 October 2009 - 28 February 2010. This exhibition is not only interesting due to the breathtaking beauty of the work on display, but also because of the fresh questions it poses. Separated by a generation, Henri Rodin and Auguste Matisse met for the first time 100 years ago. At the time Matisse was thirty and Rodin sixty. Matisse's career as a painter was taking off whereas Rodin was an extremely well-established artist who dominated European sculpture. The exhibition explores the affinities and differences between the two artists, including the dejection felt by Matisse after Rodin advised him to produce more 'polished' drawings. An important aspect of the show is its evaluation of sculpture by Matisse, in light of his friendship with Rodin. Tues-Sun 10.00-17.45 (Wed 10.00-20.45) more
From Byzantium to Istanbul, One Port for Two Continents
Wednesday, September 23rd 2009
23 September 2009 - 4 January 2010. Due to its strategic location as a port between two continents, the city of Byzantium, later christened Constantinople and then Istanbul, has long been a cultural crossroads. Its importance lies in the fact that it is a gateway between two worlds, both by land and sea. As such, the city has has seen its fair share of history. This exhibition examines some of that history, much of which has recently come to light during undersea excavation aimed at linking both sides of the Bosphorus. A selection of some three hundred items from Turkish, French and international collections is included in this show which documents chronologically the history of this great city. Wed-Mon: 10.00-22.00 more
The subversion of images, Surrealism, photography, film
Wednesday, September 23rd 2009
23 September 2009 - 11 January 2010. All is definitely not as it seems. This surreal exhibition unites the greats of Surrealism, but rather than celebrate their paintings, it concentrates on their experimentation with photography and the ensuing bewildering results. Often overlooked when assessing the surrealist movement, the Centre Pompidou now presents a rare display of 400 works by surrealist photographers. Perhaps most well known of these is Man Ray; his photographs can be viewed alongside those of André Breton, Hans Bellmer, Claude Cahun, Raoul Ubac, Maurice Tabard and Jacques-André Boiffard. Together, their work, and the work of other lesser known artists, makes for compelling and often puzzling viewing. Wed-Mon: 11.00-22.00 more
Hommages à Toulouse-Lautrec affichiste
Thursday, June 18th 2009
18 June 2009 − 3 January 2010. Henri Toulouse-Lautrec is famous for his prolific output of iconic post-impressionist paintings and posters, lithographs and art-nouveau illustrations, almost all of which recorded the night-life of late nineteenth century Paris. As well being fun and accessible, his posters soon became extremely popular. Previously, posters had not been viewed as an art form in their own right; indeed many of the art critics of the day had nothing but scorn for them. Luckily these days his posters are celebrated for the wonderful and courageous images they are, executed light years ahead of their time. This exhibition displays 26 of the 31 posters produced by the artist between 1891 and 1900, a year before his premature death aged 36. Mon-Fri: 09.00-13.00 & 14.00-18.00 more
Tuesday, September 22nd 2009
22 Sept-22 Nov 2009. Photoquai, the Biennale of World Images, features photography from over 40 non-Western countries. The festival continues the fundamental mission of Photoquai, namely 'to develop relationships with artists whose work has not previously been seen in Europe, and to encourage exchanges, a converging of different outlooks on the world'. Not only will the museée du quai Branly be hosting the event (an exhibition of Iranian photography takes place in its west gallery) but a number of renowned Parisian institutions along the Seine will also showcase exhibitions. In addition there are a wide range of public workshops and seminars. Tue-Sun 11.00-19.00 (Thurs-Sat 11.00-21.00) more
Monday, October 19th 2009
19 Oct 2009 - 7 Feb 2010. Known as the 'sun king', Louis XIV was, by any standards, a colourful character. "L’homme et le roi" is the first major exhibition to closely examine his opulent lifestyle. A highly cultured individual, Louis XIV was an avid collector of fine art, antiques and jewellery, examples of which will be on display. The king adored music, dancing and entertaining in lavish surroundings including his ornate gardens. This exhibition brings together a large collection of memorabilia associated with the king's life, and sheds light on his personal tastes and interests. Tues-Sun 09.00-18.30. Last admission: 18.00 (After 1 November: Tues-Sun: 09.00-17.30 last admission: 17.00) more
Sunday, September 13th 2009
13 September - 13 December 2009. Modernist artworks by Parisian artist Xavier Veilhan is an unlikely exhibition to find in the cobbled courtyards of the famous château, Versailles. The highlight of the show is arguably 'Le Carrosse', the artist's 15-metre-long purple interpretation of a Louis XIV carriage, complete with horses in mid-leap. Situated in the main courtyard, Le Carrosse is the centre piece of the show while elsewhere Veilhan's pieces can be found in the grounds, everywhere from the Queen's staircases to the château gardens, highlighting the artistic differences between past and present. Tue-Fri 11.00-18.00, Thurs 11.00-21.00, Sat & Sun,10.00-18.00 more
Tuesday, June 16th 2009
16 June-27 September 2009. This exhibition documents the origin of the fictitious but popular character of Tarzan. Created by Edgar Rice Burroughs, Tarzan has been the subject of countless cinematic releases, from 'Saturnin Farandoul' in 1914 to Hugh Hudson's 'Greystoke' in 1983. Much loved by adults and children the Tarzan brand name has lent itself to everything from board games to action figures while the legend continues to capture the world's imagination. Recently the heroic concept of a man defending Mother Nature has even greater appeal than it had before. Tues, Wed & Sun 11.00-19.00, Thurs, Fri & Sat 11.00-21.00. more
Thursday, June 25th 2009
25 June-8 Nov 2009. Tonnes of toys of the vintage and musical variety abound in this eclectic exhibition suited to children and nostalgic adults. The Toy Gallery is festooned with flutes, trumpets, wooden rattles, whistles and jack-in-the-boxes. 'Musique en jouets' brings inanimate objects to life as the assembled toys combine to release a cacophony of childhood noises reminiscent of Disney's Toy Story. The Museum of Les Arts Décoratifs boasts around 150,000 objects and offers a collection spanning from the Middle Ages to the present day. more