Thursday 7 July 2016

Somerset House - OPEN NOW: Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick

Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick
Open Now Until 24 August 2016 #DreamKubrick
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Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick
An exhibition of art inspired by the master film maker
In partnership with Canon
West Wing Galleries, West Wing
Visit us this summer for a major new exhibition exploring the impact of one of the most innovative and influential film makers of all time. Brought together by Mo’Wax and UNKLE founder, artist, DJ and lifelong Kubrick fan James Lavelle, the exhibition showcases work by invited artists, musicians and film makers, responding to a film, scene, character or theme from the Kubrick archives, or even the man himself. Together they bring new perspectives on a cinematic master’s life and work.
Participating artists include
Adam Broomberg & Oliver Chanarin / Carl Craig / Charlotte Colbert / Chris Levine / Christiane Kubrick / David Nicholson / Dexter Navy / Doug Foster / Doug Aitken / Futura / Gavin Turk / Harland Miller / Haroon Mirza & Anish Kapoor / Iain Forsyth & Jane Pollard / Invader / Jamie Shovlin / Jane & Louise Wilson / Jason Shulman / Jocelyn Pook / John Isaacs & James Lavelle with Azzi Glasser / Jonas Burgert / Joseph Kosuth / Julian Rosefeldt / Keaton Henson / Koen Vanmechelen / Marc Quinn / Mark Karasick / Mat Chivers / Mat Collishaw / Max Richter / Michael Nyman / Mick Jones / Nancy Fouts / Nathan Coley / Norbert Schoerner / Paul Fryer / Paul Insect / Peter Kennard / Philip Castle / Philip Shepherd / Pink Twins / Polly Morgan / Rachel Howard / Rut Blees Luxemburg / Samantha Morton & Douglas Hart / Sarah Lucas / Seamus Farrell / Stuart Haygarth / Thomas Bangalter / Toby Dye / Warren du Preez & Nick Thornton Jones
More ways to get involved this summer
James Lavelle
Summer Series Gigs with American Express: UNKLE:REDUX
Sunday 17 July
Daydreaming with curator James Lavelle brings Summer Series to an exciting close with UNKLE:REDUX, a unique audio visual show with composer Philip Sheppard and support from Jocelyn Pook with Manickam Yogeswaren.
'Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick' Spotlight Tours. Image © Peter Macdiarmid
Exhibition Spotlight Tours
Every Wednesday at 13.15
Join a member of the learning team for a spotlight tour of Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick, free with your exhibition ticketEach tour will focus on a particular artwork or theme within the exhibition.
'Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick' Spotlight Tours. Image © Peter Macdiarmid
Late night openings
Join us on selected evenings in July for evening viewings of the exhibition. Late night Wednesdays & Thursdays on 20, 21, 27 & 28 July until 21.00.
Best of Ten by Kubrick: Audience Vote. Image © Warner Bros Pictures
Film4 Summer Screen
Best of Ten by Kubrick: Audience Vote
Vote now for your favourite film by Stanley Kubrick, the visionary who shaped modern cinema, and the winning film will be revealed on the night of the screening. Be quick, voting closes 31 July!
Barry Lyndon
Barry Lyndon at the BFI
29 July to 11 August
Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece returns to UK cinemas from 29 July. Enjoy an exclusive 241 offer and discover a new take on this stunning epic drama - often acclaimed as Kubrick's finest. Simply quote 'Somerset' when booking.
Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick Workshops
Workshops
Join our learning team for Kubrick themed activities. Families can explore the director’s innovative use of soundtracks in a free drop-in workshop, whilst exhibition partners Canon will be hosting portfolio reviews and studio days for young aspiring photographers.
Daydreaming with Stanley Kubrick at the Rizzoli Bookshop
Kubrick at the Rizzoli Bookshop
Visit Rizzoli Bookshop for Kubrick related books, vinyl, prints and exhibition merchandise. Buy work from contributing artists and an array of books and products specific to Kubrick’s films. A feast for any Kubrick fan!
Yesterday's Tomorrow: The Lost Worlds of 2001 © Taschen/Wayne Haag
Yesterday's Tomorrow: The Lost Worlds of 2001
Wednesday 27 July
Stanley Kubrick expert and author Piers Bizony discusses one of the visionary director's most iconic films, discussing the films cinematic legacy and eerie predictions.