Special tribute to Rabindranath Tagore anchors a full day of events at the ROM on Saturday, February 26 from11:00am to 5:00pm
StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-TORONTO (Wednesday, February 2, 2010) - In what has become an annual tradition, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) and the ROM’s Friends of South Asia present South Asian Heritage Day in honour of the anniversary of the opening of the Sir Christopher Ondaatje South Asian Gallery, located on Level 3 of the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal. With a full day of special events and programming designed to showcase the rich history and incredible cultural diversity of the region, Saturday February 26, 2011 promises something for every taste.
Inspired by the 150th birthday anniversary of Nobel-prizing winning artist/writer/poet Rabindranath Tagore, South Asian Heritage Day features a line-up of art, film, music, dance and children’s activities, including:
Mainstage Tribute to Tagore (11:30am to 1:30pm in Currelly Gallery)
Produced in association with the Tagore Centre, the programming will feature poetry, music and performances that highlight the amazing range of Tagore’s talents, a man who counts the national anthems of two countries among his impressive list of accomplishments.
The Poetics of Colour- Canadian Premiere (2:30pm in Eaton Theatre)
Filmmaker and Gallerist Sundaram Tagore will be available for an engaging Q&A session following the special screening of his critically acclaimed documentary about the life of Natvar Bhavsar, the pioneering modern South Asian artist whose work paved the way for other Diaspora artists in the American art scene.
Sohan Qadri - Unveiling & Tea with Artist (4:00pm in RBC Foundation Glass Room)
ROM curator Deepali Dewan previews the latest additions to the ROM’s permanent collection, unveiling two stunning canvases by the renowned modern artist whose paintings are a product of deep meditation and informed by the colours of India: luminous, dye-infused works on meticulously serrated paper.
Bright Oriental Star- Video Installation by Rachel Kalpana James (Thorsell Spirit House)
James revisits Tagore’s 1929 visit to Canada and his influence on Canadian art and thought that has since been erased from the national narrative, through the use of press clippings, evocations of Group of Seven paintings, and quotes from the poet himself. A special artist talk is scheduled for 2 pm.
South Asian Heritage Day will be rounded out by special children’s activities, guided tours and dance performances in the Sir Christopher Ondaatje South Asian Gallery by Sampradaya Dance Academy.
Tickets
Programming for South Asian Heritage Day is included with Museum admission. Adults: $24; Students and Seniors with ID: $21; Children (4 to 14 years) $16; Children 3 & under are free.
For tickets and more information, please visit http://www.rom.on.ca/. A special discount is available for tickets purchased online in advance by entering promo code SAFUN.
To book a group of twenty or more, and for additional information on private guided tours or group menus, please call ROM Group Sales at 416.586.5801 or email groupsales@rom.on.ca
ROM Members already know that the best way to experience the ROM is through Membership. A ROM
Individual or Family Membership delivers numerous benefits, including free general admission, newsletters, events, previews, discounts and much more. For additional information or to purchase a membership, call 416.586.5700 or visit www.rom.on.ca/members.
ABOUT FRIENDS OF SOUTH ASIA
Friends of South Asia is a special interest membership group at the ROM that was created to support the
activities of the Sir Christopher Ondaatje Gallery, increase public awareness of the ROM’s outstanding South Asian collection, and provide high-quality South Asian programming to educate people about the rich history of South Asian arts. For additional information or to purchase a membership, call 416.586.5700 or visit www.rom.on.ca/members.
For the first time ever, the International Indian Film Academy Awards will be held in Toronto as 2011 marks the Year of India in Canada. Stay tuned for more exciting themed events and programming this year from the ROM. Please visit www.rom.on.ca/programs for more information.
StarBuzz Weekly, Toronto-TORONTO (Wednesday, February 2, 2010) - In what has become an annual tradition, the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) and the ROM’s Friends of South Asia present South Asian Heritage Day in honour of the anniversary of the opening of the Sir Christopher Ondaatje South Asian Gallery, located on Level 3 of the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal. With a full day of special events and programming designed to showcase the rich history and incredible cultural diversity of the region, Saturday February 26, 2011 promises something for every taste.
Inspired by the 150th birthday anniversary of Nobel-prizing winning artist/writer/poet Rabindranath Tagore, South Asian Heritage Day features a line-up of art, film, music, dance and children’s activities, including:
Mainstage Tribute to Tagore (11:30am to 1:30pm in Currelly Gallery)
Produced in association with the Tagore Centre, the programming will feature poetry, music and performances that highlight the amazing range of Tagore’s talents, a man who counts the national anthems of two countries among his impressive list of accomplishments.
The Poetics of Colour- Canadian Premiere (2:30pm in Eaton Theatre)
Filmmaker and Gallerist Sundaram Tagore will be available for an engaging Q&A session following the special screening of his critically acclaimed documentary about the life of Natvar Bhavsar, the pioneering modern South Asian artist whose work paved the way for other Diaspora artists in the American art scene.
Sohan Qadri - Unveiling & Tea with Artist (4:00pm in RBC Foundation Glass Room)
ROM curator Deepali Dewan previews the latest additions to the ROM’s permanent collection, unveiling two stunning canvases by the renowned modern artist whose paintings are a product of deep meditation and informed by the colours of India: luminous, dye-infused works on meticulously serrated paper.
Bright Oriental Star- Video Installation by Rachel Kalpana James (Thorsell Spirit House)
James revisits Tagore’s 1929 visit to Canada and his influence on Canadian art and thought that has since been erased from the national narrative, through the use of press clippings, evocations of Group of Seven paintings, and quotes from the poet himself. A special artist talk is scheduled for 2 pm.
South Asian Heritage Day will be rounded out by special children’s activities, guided tours and dance performances in the Sir Christopher Ondaatje South Asian Gallery by Sampradaya Dance Academy.
Tickets
Programming for South Asian Heritage Day is included with Museum admission. Adults: $24; Students and Seniors with ID: $21; Children (4 to 14 years) $16; Children 3 & under are free.
For tickets and more information, please visit http://www.rom.on.ca/. A special discount is available for tickets purchased online in advance by entering promo code SAFUN.
To book a group of twenty or more, and for additional information on private guided tours or group menus, please call ROM Group Sales at 416.586.5801 or email groupsales@rom.on.ca
ROM Members already know that the best way to experience the ROM is through Membership. A ROM
Individual or Family Membership delivers numerous benefits, including free general admission, newsletters, events, previews, discounts and much more. For additional information or to purchase a membership, call 416.586.5700 or visit www.rom.on.ca/members.
ABOUT FRIENDS OF SOUTH ASIA
Friends of South Asia is a special interest membership group at the ROM that was created to support the
activities of the Sir Christopher Ondaatje Gallery, increase public awareness of the ROM’s outstanding South Asian collection, and provide high-quality South Asian programming to educate people about the rich history of South Asian arts. For additional information or to purchase a membership, call 416.586.5700 or visit www.rom.on.ca/members.
For the first time ever, the International Indian Film Academy Awards will be held in Toronto as 2011 marks the Year of India in Canada. Stay tuned for more exciting themed events and programming this year from the ROM. Please visit www.rom.on.ca/programs for more information.
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