A whistle stop tour of art which fools, surprises and amuses the viewer - surrealism, Trompe L’eoil, Banksy,and more
This is one of the quirkiest lectures you will ever hear. There is a universal delight in being deceived and in this lecture Bertie Pearce takes his audience on a whistle stop tour of art which fools, surprises and amuses the viewer. Beginning and ending with the Belgian surrealist, René Magritte, it encompasses Trompe L’eoil, Banksy, Bridget Riley, Arcimboldo and Escher to name a few. Hold on to your seats and get ready to be visually fried.
How to book this event:
Come along to Christchurch Hall on the Stray Harrogate before 19.30 (doors open at 18.30) or contact niddvalley@theartssociety.org for further information
THE ARTS SOCIETY ACCREDITED LECTURER
Mr Bertie Pearce
Has a BA (Hons) in Drama from Manchester University, and a Diploma Internationale from the École Internationale du Théatre, Jacques Lecoq. A member of the Inner Magic Circle, with Gold Star. Past experience includes lecturing and performing on cruise ships, and to U3A, historical societies, festivals, schools and colleges. In addition, has toured the world with a magic cabaret show and a one man show entitled All Aboard. Has written articles for newspapers and magazines on entertainment and theatre.
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