ROM Speaks Art Keynote Presentation: Isaac Julien in His Own Words

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Tuesday, January 24, 2017 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

ROM Speaks Art Keynote Presentation: Isaac Julien in His Own Words
Known for his poetic and visually encompassing narratives, renowned British contemporary artist Isaac Julien addresses issues of globalization, movements of peoples, displacement, and the aesthetics of geography through his work. Explore how these difficult and sensitive topics intersect with art in this engaging and thought-provoking lecture series. 

Artist Isaac Julien discusses the inspiration behind Isaac Julien: Other Destinies and more recent developments in his work. Lecture followed by a conversation with critic Michael Prokopow.

Event includes a post-event reception

ASL interpretation will be provided

Doors Open: 6:30 pm
Lecture: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Reception to follow lecture.

The Isaac Julien Other Destinies Lecture Series at the ROM is happening in association with The Jack Weinbaum Family Foundation Global Experience Project at OCAD University.

Isaac Julien in His Own Words is the Keynote Presentation for: Isaac Julien Other Destinies Lecture Series at the ROM.  The Lecture Series includes:

JAN 24:  Keynote Presentation: Isaac Julien in His Own Words
Artist Isaac Julien discusses the inspiration behind Isaac Julien: Other Destinies and more recent developments in his work. Lecture followed by a conversation with critic Michael Prokopow.

FEB 7:  True North: Race, Sexuality and Science in Arctic Exploration
Inspired by African-American Arctic explorer Matthew Henson, Isaac Julien’s True North attempts to re-visualize the Arctic from a Black perspective. Join Lisa E. Bloom, as she explores True North in the context of environmental politics, questioning how race and sexuality can relate to present-day issues of climate change, science and technology.

MAR 7:  Migration: People, Places & Politics
Our panel of experts will discuss transnational migrations, and their historic and current economic and political causes. 

From fascinating to thought-provoking, ROM Speaks presents compelling voices on hot topics. Explore engaging issues at the ROM and experience our world, discussed. 

Venue & Address: 
Royal Ontario Museum Signy and Cléophée Eaton Theatre Level 1B
Website: 
http://•www.rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/keynote-presentation-isaac-julien-in-his-own-words
Cost: 
Public $20 Members $18