ArtsNational Ku-ring-gai Lecture July 1, 2026
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THE VENICE BIENNALESpeaker: Charlie Hall
The Venice Biennale was a many-headed beast that emerged from the (supposed) civilising, enlightened spirit of the Napoleonic Revolution. Charlie will discuss the inception and concept of the Biennale in 1895 when cultural tourism events were springing up around Europe. Attracting a crowd of 224,000 visitors, and only pausing during the two world wars, the Venice Biennale has become a hugely significant art show, and has inspired hundreds of other biennales. Over 40 countries send representatives to their national 'pavilions'. Charlie will also examine its influence in the Contemporary Art world over the last 130 years.
Image: Venice Biennale first official poster, 1895
Dates
Wednesday 1 July 2026 (UTC+11)Location
The Zenith Theatre
Cnr Railway and McIntosh Streets, Chatswood NSW 2067
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ArtsNational Ku-ring-gai Lecture July 1, 2026
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