Start at the Gallery: Samurai Stories

Experience the art and culture of the legendary Samurai warriors at Start this month with music and storytelling performances; discovery and drawing tours; art making and movement in sculpture and choreography workshops; and enjoy a cultural feast for your senses in Samurai.

11am-3pm

Nylon Zoo
Explore Evelyn Roth’s colourful incredible inflatable wonderland.
Sculpture Courtyard
Start Sounds - with DJ Ruby Chew
Sculpture Courtyard

11am, 11.30am (Auslan), 12pm, 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm & 2pm

Start Discovery Tours
Interactive art experiences for toddlers, teens and in-betweens with Gallery Guides.
Meet in the Atrium
Duration: 20 minutes

11am, 12noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm

Start Art workshops - Samurai Tsuba, Swords & Suits
Sculpt to create sensational Samurai warriors, accessories and armour.
The Studio & Radford Auditorium
Duration: 45 minutes

11am, 12noon, 1pm & 2pm

San Ureshi Sounds in Samurai
Sounds of Samurai Performances by oriental jazz ensemble San UreshiInspired by the Samurai exhibition, contemporary compositions featuring a trio of South Australia’s most accomplished musicians will transform the narrative displayed on the Gallery’s spectacular pair of six panel screens.
Gallery 21
Duration: 20 minutes

11am, 11,30am,12pm, 12.30pm, 1pm, 1.30pm, 2pm & 2.30pm

Start Sketch Tours
Join a drawing journey through the Gallery with your hosts; Illustrators Mitch Hearn & Lauren Herraman.
Meet at The Studio
Duration: 45 minutes

11.15am, 12.15pm & 1.15pm

Storytelling Performances - Roly Poly Rice Ball

How could dropping a rice ball change the course of your life? Find out by coming along to hear this traditional Japanese story told by master storyteller Helen Lawry.
Function room
Duration: 45 minutes

11am-2pm

Art Gallery Food + Wine
10% discount for AGSA and Start Art Club Members
Sample traditional style Japanese vegetable pancakes ‘Okonomiyaki’ with optional chicken skewer. Mini and full serves available.

On your visit please

• Check in when you arrive by using your Start Art Club Membership. Registrations open at 10.30am.
• Book into activities on arrival.
• Capacity restrictions apply. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.
• Remember to maintain social distance, wash your hands, and use hand sanitiser frequently. AGSA has increased cleaning on the premises.
• If you’re not well or experiencing flu-like symptoms, please join us online instead of at the Gallery.

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