Tag: Talk

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A 'conversation piece' 18th century oil painting of a group of well-to-do people enjoying typical pasttimes of the era, by Bohemian artist, Johann Zoffany.

The Many Lives of Johann Zoffany

Join Dr Eugene Barilo Von Reisberg for a lecture exploring the many lives of Johann Zoffany.

Fran Lebowitz wearing a white shirt, overcoat, and dark sunglasses with a neutral expression, posed against an orange background.

An Evening with Fran Lebowitz

Fran Lebowitz returns, unleashing her chain-smoking, coffee-drinking New Yorker bite on the world.

Portrait of political commentator Paul Kelly in front of a wall of bookshelves.

Paul Kelly on the Coalition Years

How the Liberal Party lost its way and what it means for Australian politics.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

Sovereignty and Sonic Resistance

Raven Chacon, Hayden Ryan, Kimberley Moulton in conversation.

An example of fine porcelain dinnerware with a dark blue and gold outer border surrounding painted flowers, and a circular painted image of lush fruit in the middle .

From Produce to Plate: The Influence of the Kitchen Garden

Join Suzanne Bravery for a lecture exploring the influence of the kitchen garden in decorative arts.

A smiling man holding a glass of tequila, bottles and shot glasses beside him.
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Sips of Mexico: Tequila, Mezcal and a Long Lunch

Enjoy a guided tasting of four artisan agave-based spirits paired with a four-course Mexican lunch.

A piece of royal presentation jewellery featuring a crown and the ER insignia of Queen Elizabeth II, resting on a blue velvet cushion inside a jewellery box.

Opulent Intimacy: Royal Presentation Jewellery

Join Scott Coleman for a lecture on royal jewellery accompanied by an afternoon tea.

A black and white image of a woman from the 40s with a beaming smile in front of an Italian newspaper.

2 June 1946: Choosing the Republic – Italy's Referendum

Talk by scholars E Ferrari and A Righi with music and song by S Ioele and C Migliolo.

Welsh baritone Sir Bryn Terfel sitting on a vintage couch surrounded by sheet music, smiling at the camera.

Masterclass with Sir Bryn Terfel

Welsh bass-baritone Sir Bryn Terfel hosts an illuminating masterclass featuring Melba Opera Trust.

A glitter rainbow heart against a pale background, frequently used as a symbol for pride events

Pride Luncheon

A vibrant luncheon championing LGBTQ+ inclusion, with live entertainment.

A brown and white cartoon pony with a birthday hat and a ribbon that says, Happy Birthday Noni, on it; green background.

Alison Lester: 15 Years of Noni the Pony

Join Alison Lester for a fun-filled adventure in celebration of 15 years of Noni the Pony.

Portrait of TV presenter and author Stan Grant in his home library, sitting in front of his computer with his glasses in his hand.

Stan Grant: When Words Fail Us

Author and broadcaster Stan Grant reflects on the fragility of words.

Portrait of award-winning Young Adult author, Lynette Noni.

Lynette Noni: Shadow Reaper

Join bestselling Young Adult author Lynette Noni as she discusses her new book, Shadow Reaper.

A small gathering in a wine bar with a woman reading under a 'poetry and prose' sign.
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Open Mic: Poetry and Prose Readings

Calling all poets, writers and lyricists to join monthly poetry and prose readings, or just listen.

Eight bottles of Coonawarra wine lined up in a row against an orange background.

Wynns Luxury Collection Masterclass Melbourne

Explore the wine collection alongside one of Australia’s most respected winemakers, Sue Hodder.

A group of walkers resting in Triacastela, Spain, during their journey on the Camino de Santiago, with green hills in the background.
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Talk: Walking the Camino de Santiago

A free talk and Q&A on walking the Camino de Santiago by someone who has done it.

Women bathing and stretching their arms above their heads in a Soviet indoor salt pool underneath a geometric pyramid-shaped roof structure.

Evenings with DADo: Sanatorium

An evening screening of Sanatorium (2025) with guest speaker, artist Eva Heiky Olga Abbinga.

A fine portrait of King George IV as a young man, wearing a high stiffened cravat and high collar.

Spectacle and Splendour: Art and the Court of George IV

Join Scott Coleman for a lecture on Art and the Court of George IV, accompanied by an afternoon tea.

Garden glimpse framed by dark foliage, looking onto rosebeds and stucco portico on bluestone building.
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Taste & Temptation and Bishopscourt Garden: Double Tour

Spend a morning in East Melbourne and visit the exhibition at Fairhall and gardens of Bishopscourt.