Lecture on docu photos
A LECTURE on “Documentary Photography in Germany” will be held on June 21 and 22, 2-5 p.m., at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines’ Ninoy Aquino Library and Resource Center, and the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde’s 12th floor cinema. It spans an arc from the invention of photography until today following the documentary aspect of the medium from analog to digital reproduction. The lecture is a side-event of the Barbara Klemm: Helldunkel — Light and Dark exhibit in Manila, and will be given by the exhibition curator, Dr. Ursula Zeller, a German art historian, curator, and museum director. The exhibit is on view at the Polytechnic University until Aug. 3. The lecture and exhibit are presented by the Goethe-Institut Philippinen in partnership with the Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen.
Lion King auditions
AUDITIONS for child actors will be held for the international tour of The Lion King. The production is looking for boys and girls, ages 7 to 12 (maximum height of 58 inches) to play Young Simba and Young Nala, who must be natural actors/singers with charm and charisma, and personality. Registration and open call will be held at Philippine Opera Haus on June 23, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The registration closes at 4 p.m. On June 24, the initial recall will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with final recalls to be held from July 7 to 9. Children who are cast should be prepared to travel with a parent/guardian to various destinations in Asia. Philippine Opera House is at 3657 Bautista St., Palanan, Makati City. For details call 650-5144, 0917-838-1534, or e-mail lionkingmanila@atlantistheatrical.com.
Stamati at Kulay Diwa
KULAY DIWA Gallery of Contemporary Arts presents an exhibit of works by artist Maxime Stamati which is on view until July 16. Working with colorful acrylics, his works capture the essence of light and colors he has seen through his globe-trotting life. The gallery is located at 25 Lopez Ave., Lopez Village, Sucat, Parañaque City.
Call for proposals
THE Cultural Center of the Philippines Visual Arts and Museum Division (VAMD) is accepting proposals for the 2019 Venue Grant Program. Artists, curators, art organizations, and institutions are welcome to submit proposals for the following venues within the CCP Main Theater Building: the outer wall of the Bulwagang Carlos V. Francisco; Pasilyo Vicente Manansala and Pasilyo Guillermo Tolentino; Bulwagang Fernando Amorsolo; and, Pasilyo Victorio Edades. Floor plans of exhibit areas are available upon request. Interested parties may also propose site-specific installations and exhibitions in outdoor sites and alternative spaces within the CCP complex. Exhibit proponents are also encouraged to engage with selected works from the CCP Visual Arts Collection. All proposals are subject to approval. Deadline for 2019 exhibition proposals is Sept. 30. For more information, contact the VAMD at 832-1125 local 1504 and 1505, 832-3702, 0917-603-3809, e-mail ccp.exhibits@gmail.com, or visit www.culturalcenter.gov.ph.
