 | *FINAL WEEKS* JULIA MARGARET CAMERON Until 21 February 2016
Don’t miss seeing this popular photography exhibition which is due to close this month. Julia Margaret Cameron (1815-1879) was one of the most important and innovative photographers of the 19th century. To mark the bicentenary of her birth,we are showcasing more than 100 of her photographs from the Museum collection.
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Admission free #JuliaMargaretCameron
Supported by The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation
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| BEJEWELLED TREASURES: THE AL THANI COLLECTION *Now until 10 April* Sponsored by Wartski The Porter Gallery
‘The best jewellery box in the world’ The Guardian
Over one hundred exceptional jewels, jewelled artefacts and jades explore tradition and modernity in Indian jewellery. Discover these spectacular objects from the early 17th century to the present day, drawn from a single private collection for an additional two weeks, as the exhibition will remain open throughout the full school Easter holiday period. Read more and bookV&A Members go free #BejewelledTreasures | *OPENING THIS MONTH* CURTAIN UP: CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF THEATRE IN LONDON AND NEW YORK 9 February – 31 August
In association with MasterCard
Admission free #CurtainUp
This display is organised by the Victoria and Albert Museum and The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center.
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| EUROPE FESTIVAL: LOVE AND LIAISONS Friday 12 February, 18.00 – 22.00 Saturday 13 – Sunday 21 February, 10.00 –17.00Join our week-long celebration of the new Europe Galleries 1600-1815. The programme begins with a Valentine’s night of performances, talks, and tours, including electro-Baroque d-js, silent speed dating, courtly dance, historic perfumes and love tokens. It continues with a week of family activities and games exploring the theme of Carnival and Masquerade. Read more Free, drop in |  |  |
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| OLGA KURYLENKOFriday 12 February, 18.30 – 19.30 Join leading actress Olga Kurylenko in conversation with journalist and filmmaker Davina Catt. Olga will discuss her career as a leading lady across big budget productions and avant-guarde cinema, and also her humanitarian work. Read more and book | WOMEN PIONEERS IN PHOTOGRAPHY 1850 – 1950 Saturday 20 February, 11.00 – 16.00 Inspired by the current Julia Margaret Cameron exhibition, explore a century of outstanding contributions to photography by women. Read more and book Supported by The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation. This donation was made possible by the American Friends of the V&A | NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LGBT - LONDON HUB Saturday 6 February, 11.00 – 17.45
Celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans History Month with us. Join us for a day of events exploring a range of exciting LGBT stories.Read more
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| FEBRUARY HALF-TERM ACTIVITIES Saturday 13 – Sunday 21 February Free, drop in | VALENTINE'S DAY AT THE V&A SHOP The V&A Shop brings with it a little warmth and love as Valentine's Day arrives. Browse our selection of unique cards to put a smile on a face, spoil a loveable lady with our curated designer jewellery collection or give the gift of knowledge with one of our books. Read more |
| V&A SANCTUARY FOR TEACHERS: VIDEO ART Friday 12 February, 17.45 – 20.30
Work with our video artist in residence, Jamie Jenkinson, to explore the concept of visual trickery and illusion in film and video. Visit his studio to find out more about his practice before trying a series of filming techniques using readily accessible technology, such as mobile phones and iPads. Read more and book
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| MUSEUM OF CHILDHOOD FEBRUARY HALF-TERM To mark 60 years since the launch of ‘Play-doh’, one of the most enduring of childhood products, the V&A Museum of Childhood are exploring by squish, squash and squelching this half term. Shape your own adventure with a range of family friendly activities celebrating this versatile material. Read more | THE ROYAL ACADEMY PAINTING THE MODERN GARDEN: MONET TO MATISSE Until 20 April 2016 Chart the emergence of the garden as a major subject in art, from Monet to Matisse, via Cézanne, Van Gogh, Klimt and Kandinsky, at the RA’s next landmark exhibition. Read more | NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY VOGUE 100: A CENTURY OF STYLE 11 February – 22 May 2016 Vogue 100 will showcase the remarkable range of photography commissioned by British Voguesince 1916 and tell the story of one of the most influential fashion magazines in the world. Read more |
