Events 2008
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Forthcoming Events 2008See past events Tuesday May 6th At 6:30 p.m The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Oretta Zanini de Vita – Food expert.A talk on ‘Eye and Plate; Taste and the Dinner-Table in Renaissance Italy’ Wednesday June 11th At 6:30 p.m The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB AGM followed by Dr. Victoria Avery on Vulcan's Forge in Venus' City: The Production of Bronze Objects in Renaissance Venice    Thursday October 16th At 6:30 p.m The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Leoncavallo and Italian Opera in the 1900s talk by Dr Konrad Dryden Thursday November 20th At 6:30 p.m Italian Cultural Institute 39 Belgrave Square London SW1X 8NX Leconfield Lecture James M Bradburne, Director of the Fondazione Palazzo Strozzi, Florence, on the winter exhibition - Women in Power – Caterina and Maria de’Medici and the Artemisia tapestries' Thursday December 11th At 6:30 p.m The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Christmas Party BIS Events Secretary Email: reiko@british-italian.org Tel:020 7371 7141     Recently Held Events Thursday April 10th The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Liberation of Rome (joint event with BILA) Monday March 10th The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Rooke Prize Presentation + John Kelly (Director of Buccellati UK) History of Buccellati Jewellery Thursday January 31stThe Italian Embassy. 4 Grosvenor Square London A Venetian Carnival Masks, baroque dancers, & Vivaldi Thursday December 6thThe University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB John Dickie,(Senior Lecturer in Italian Studies, University College London and author of the bestseller Cosa Nostra) presents his new book: The History of Italian Food followed by Christmas Party Friday November 23rd   St. Andrew-by-the-Wardrobe  St. Andres's Hill London EC4   Katia Pizzi, (The Institute of Germanic and Romance Studies, University of London) on Literature And The Border. A joint event with the British Slovene Society in the presence of the Italian Ambassador and a representative from the Slovene Embassy. Monday November 5th  Italian Cultural Institute 39 Belgrave Square London SW1X 8NX      Leconfield Lecture – Garibaldi with Anita Garibaldi (great-granddaughter) &Professor Daniel Pick Tuesday October 30th     The Travellers’ Club 106 Pall Mall London                          The Grand Tour Exhibition, followed by dinner   Tuesday October 9th The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Stephen Gundle, (Professor of Film and Television Studies, Warwick University) presents his new book Bellissima – Feminine Beauty & the Idea of Italy Thursday 14th June The Lansdowne Club 9 Fitzmaurice Place London W1J 5JD AGM Saturday 19th May Details to follow A DAY IN OXFORD – including Italian Maiolica at the AshmoleanMuseum, an illustrated lecture on opera by Dr.Emanuele Senici, of St Hugh’s College, and a reception in the garden of Trinity College. Wednesday 14th March The Library The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Fellini and Fashion – an illustrated talk by Pamela Church Gibson, Reader in Cultural and Historical Studies, University of the Arts, London, on the complex relationship between cinema, fashion and contemporary culture.  Wed. 28th February The French Institute, 17 Queensberry Place, London SW7 2DT.   A talk by Lord Grenfell of Kilvey A joint event with the 25 UK- EU Societies Monday 26th FebruaryCaldesi  Restaurant 15 – 17 Marylebone Lane London W1U 2QF A Tuscan Dinner with Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi - a special dinner created by Caldesi for the British-Italian Society. Giancarlo will be there to share his culinary secrets. Strictly limited numbers! Mon. 29th January 2007The Library The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB The Wolfsonian Collection of Italian Art 1888 to 1945 ........ 'A non-traditional view of an Italy non-traditional: A collector's vision' by Mitchell Wolfson Jnr., collector and founder of the Wolfsonian Museum, Miami, (now part of Florida International University) and the Mitchell Wolfson Jnr Collection - Fondazione Regionale C. Colombo in Genoa - see www.wolfsoniana.it. Wed. 6th December The Library The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB Sir Ivor Roberts – a talk ‘Due Poli or a return to the first Republic? Italian politics at the start of the 21st century’ by a recently returned British Ambassador to Italy, followed by A Christmas Party Tuesday 14th November The Italian Cultural Institute 39 Belgrave Square London SW1 The Leconfield Lecture - given by Mr Antonio Pappano, Music Director of The Royal Opera House Wed. 11th October   The Library The University Women’s Club 2 Audley Square London W1K 1DB ‘The Siege of Venice’ (1848) – a talk by well known author Jonathan Keates and book signing.  Members of the Venice in Peril Fund are also warmly invited. Friday 29th September The Royal Academy of Arts Modigliani and His Models Slide Lecture and Group Visit The first major UK exhibition in 40 years. Wednesday 20th September The Churchill Room House of Commons LONDON SW1A Reception at the House of Commons - a joint event with the Chamber of Commerce for Italy and Il Circolo, hosted by Edward Garnier QC - to celebrate an anniversary year for all three organisations. 65th year for the BIS. Wednesday 5th July The Queen’s Gallery Buckinham Palace Road The Queen Mother’s  Collection of Watercolours and Drawings Members of the British-Italian Society are invited to join this Franco-British Society event. Wednesday 28th June The Italian Cultural Institute 39 Belgrave Square London SW1 Annual General Meeting A glass of wine will be offered following the AGM. Tuesday 23rd May The Library The University Women’s Club ‘The Elephant in Italian Art’ – an illustrated talk by Dr Charles Avery, historian of sculpture and fine art consultant. Wednesday 26th April The National Gallery. ‘Bellini and the East’ at The National Gallery - a tour with private slide lecture beforehand.(Booking for minimum of 20), lecture followed by exhibition view. Friday 24th March Negozio Classica 283 Westbourne Grove Notting Hill, W11 .A Wine Tasting Evening with Negozio Classica – especially organised for The British-Italian Society. British Relations with the Holy See Thursday 23rd February A talk by Mr Mark Pellew, former British Ambassador to The Holy See An Italian in Iberia A talk, with musical examples of Domenico Scarlatti's music (much influenced by Spanish and Portuguese folk tunes), given by Jane Clark.  A joint event with the Anglo-Spanish and Anglo-Portuguese Societies.  Neo-realism in Italian Cinema An illustrated talk by Dr Mark Shiel of Kings College London.  This was preceded by the presentation of The Rooke Memorial Prizes for 2005. Theatre Outing. Bob Hoskins & Kristin Scott Thomas return to the West End stage in Pirandello's "As You Desire Me". The History of Italian-Jewish Food A talk by Silvia Nacamulli - with tastings! The Leconfield Lecture The Leconfield Lecture -"Mazzini, Prophet of the Nation" This year's lecture celebrates the bicentenary of Mazzini and will be given by Professor Christopher Duggan, Professor of Modern History and Director of the Centre for Modern Italian History at the University of Reading. Concert & Buffet Supper Black-tie Fundraising Event A definite date for your diary! A superb evening is guaranteed. Invitations and application forms have been sent to members. Although places are limited, members are encouraged to bring their guests. Antonio Carluccio Antonio Carluccio has become synonymous with the very best of Italian gastronomy. Recent winner of the ALTAGAMMA award for his contribution to Italian food, he made a superb presentation of his next book 'Italia' which will undoubtedly be a huge success. The Monte San Martino Trust   The Monte San Martino Trust The courageous story of how British prisoners of war were aided and saved by Italian peasants in Abruzzo, Le Marche and Molise. Survivors and their descendents celebrated this remarkable and moving episode. Salvator Rosa Wild Landscapes Exhibition This superb tour was conducted by Curator, Mr Stephen Duffy. (The Wallace Collection) Mediterranean Soirée A repeat of this popular joint event with the Franco-British, Anglo-Spanish and Anglo-Portuguese Societies. A delightful combination of The Lyrebirds Opera and well-known guitar soloist, Francesco Mariani, reflected the music of all four Mediterranean countries. Annual General Meeting   Book Launch "The Almond Picker" Simonetta Agnello Hornby told her fascinating story of finding inspiration to write what she describes as a thriller. (Translation of 'La Mennulara', first published and 'best seller' in Italy.) Lady Walton A fascinating talk by Lady Walton about her exquisite garden, La Mortella, on Ischia. Caravaggio Exhibition A Visit to the Caravaggio Exhibition with lecture beforehand. Reception and Book Launch Courtesy of H.E. The Bulgarian Ambassador and hosted by H.E. Mr Anthony Bailey of the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of St George. A reception and pre-publication book launch for Dr Jordan Lancaster's new book 'In the Shadow of Vesuvius - A History of Naples' Visit to Government Art Collection A privileged opportunity of a guided, one-hour, tour of the Government Art Collection to view selected works, to visit the workshop and the art stored prior to selection by Ministers of State and Ambassadors. UK/EU Societies' Event at The Royal Geographical Society UK/EU Societies' Event: 'Britain and Europe - What's the Problem?' Guest Speaker The Rt. Hon Chris Patten. 'A Hundred Years of Bulgari' 'A Hundred Years of Bulgari' - the story of Italian Jewellery Design (or how a family of Greek silversmiths turned their jewellery shop in the Via Condotti into a legendary brand, forever part of "La Dolce Vita", and renowned for beauty and glamour). An illustrated talk given by Daniela Mascetti, Senior Director and Head of Sotheby's Jewellery Department. 'Venice and the Wines of Veneto' An illustrated talk on Venice (including information about Carnevale and how to participate in this annual February event) by Hope Caton, author of The Purple Guide to Venice, followed by a conducted wine tasting of the most popular wines of the Veneto region. (Copies of the Venice and Tuscany editions of The Purple Guide were on sale.) Christmas Dinner Christmas Dinner at Luigi's Raffaele Day Raffaele Exhibition Private lecture for members followed by break for lunch and to Raphaele Exhibition. The Leconfield Lecture 'Melo and Drama' Dr Richard Dyer, Lecturer at Warwick University and renowned expert on Italian film making talked about the films of Luchino Visconti and the music of Nino Rota. Theatre Outing Simon Gray's new play "The Old Masters" directed by Harold Pinter, starring Edward Fox and Peter Bowles. A story of Bernard Berenson, rivalry and the secrets of the Art Market. 'Where is Europe Going?' A talk by Dr Denis MacShane, Minister for Europe. This was a joint UK-EU Societies' event (and the first occasion where representatives from all the friendly societies of the enlarged EU will meet). Wine & soft drinks were served after the talk. Talk 'British-Italian Telecommunications - Industry Trends' - Talk given by Mr Francesco Caio:leading Italian businessman, Chief Executive of Cable & Wireless. House of Lords British-Italian Chamber of Commerce Reception, hosted by Baroness Ellis. Member of The British-Italian Society, together with members of Business Club Italia, were cordially invited to attend this event, which is part of continuing celebrations to mark the British-Italian Chamber of Commerce Centenary Year. 'Eating Up Italy' Matthew Fort, The Guardian's food columnist and restaurant reviewer, talked about his 3-stage gastronomic tour on a Vespa through the length of Italy - Calabria to Naples, Naples to Ancona and Ancona to Turin. He also be signed copies of his newbook. Annual General Meeting followed by dinner Italian Cultural Institute and after at Zia Teresa Restaurant, Hans Place, Knightsbridge. 'Italians in London' A guided walk through the City of London followed by supper at St Ethelburga's Church, Bishopsgate Past Events Jan - Dec 2005Jan - Dec 2004Jan - Dec 2003Jan - Dec 2002Jan - Dec 2001 Jan - Dec 2000
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