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SUMMARY:Gentle Angry Women film and Q&A with director
DESCRIPTION:Abbey Cinema in Abingdon are showing a new film about Greenham Common Women’s Peace Camp\, “Gentle Angry Women”\, followed by a Q&A with the director\, Barbara Santi of Folklife Films. It follows 3 teenage women as they learn about Greenham Common Peace Camp for the first time\, and realise the parallels with their own activism today. Now a nature-rich common\, Greenham Common was a USAF base which housed nuclear-armed Cruise Missiles for about 9 years in the 1980s. Many Abingdon residents supported the protests which led eventually to its removal.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/gentle-angry-women-film-and-qa-with-director
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abingdon Peace Group":MAILTO:abingdonpeace@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Coming Soon: RHINO - Eco-Documentary Screening at The Abbey Cinema
DESCRIPTION:Following our ongoing collaborations with One Planet Abingdon – and calling all eco-warriors\, conservation activists\, and anyone passionate about protecting our planet – RHINO is coming soon to The Abbey Cinema in Abingdon. \nThis powerful and thought-provoking documentary explores the urgent global struggle to save one of the world’s most endangered species. \nJoin us for an inspiring screening that encourages discussion\, awareness\, and community action. \n📍 Venue: The Abbey Cinema\, Abingdon📅 Screening Dates: 17:00 MON 08 DEC and 13:30 THU 11 DEC 🎟️ Tickets: Available at www.theabbey.ac
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/coming-soon-rhino-eco-documentary-screening-at-the-abbey-cinema
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abbey Cinema":MAILTO:boxoffice@theabbey.ac
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T150000
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SUMMARY:Autumn Budget 2025 FREE LIVE Screening Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Abbey Cinema for a free live screening of the Government’s Autumn Budget this Wednesday. This is a chance for local residents\, businesses\, and community groups to follow the announcements in real time and stay informed on how upcoming changes may affect Abingdon and the wider region. \nWhether you’re interested in tax\, public services\, cost-of-living updates or national economic planning\, this live broadcast offers a clear and accessible way to watch the full statement. \n📍 Venue: The Abbey Cinema\, Abingdon📅 Date: Wednesday at 12:00pm🎟️ Admission: FREE – all welcome \nThis is important to the whole country.  We thought we should all watch it together and talk about it after. \nTickets free\, but please reserve your seats and let us know if you can’t make it on the day.  Our usual bar and table service is running so order refreshments as usual.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/autumn-budget-2025-free-live-screening-event
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abbey Cinema":MAILTO:boxoffice@theabbey.ac
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240308T173000
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SUMMARY:Mayor of Abingdon's Film Night
DESCRIPTION:The Mayor of Abingdon\, Cllr Gwyneth Lewis\, invites you to a free discussion and film night on the topic of Domestic Abuse on Friday 8th March 2024.  The event will be held in support of the Mayor’s charity\, Reducing the Risk. \nThe evening starts at 5.30pm when guests can be involved in discussions and presentations from local domestic abuse service advisors.  This will be followed by a free showing of the 1944 Oscar-nominated film Gaslight from 7.30pm. \nCollections for the Mayor’s Charity\, Reducing the Risk\, will be received throughout the evening. \nRefreshments will be available to purchase from the Abbey Cinema bar & kitchen. \nThe event is ticket entry only and these can be obtained by emailing enquiries@abingdon.gov.uk.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/mayor-of-abingdons-film-night
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231217T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231217T180000
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SUMMARY:Family Christmas Carol Concert
DESCRIPTION:Appealing to the younger members of the family for this enchanting Christmas concert\, with narrated performances of The Three Bears and Peter and the Wolf\, plus a selection of Christmas Carols with full choir and orchestra
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/family-christmas-carol-concert
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abingdon and District Musical Society":MAILTO:webmaster@adms.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230908T193000
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SUMMARY:Screening of My Extinction
DESCRIPTION:What does it take for us to act on the climate crisis – especially if we’re the kind of person who should already be acting? \nIn this funny\, relatable portrait\, a concerned yet ineffectual dad finds the first step is letting those unbearable feelings of climate anxiety in\, instead of pushing them aside. \nBut as he meets others like him\, he discovers how oil-backed propagandists funded our denial and paralysis. He sets out to unmask the vested interests responsible\, helping raise a generation’s leading authors in a vibrant chorus. \nMY EXTINCTION is a revealingly honest account of how to feel your feelings\, act on your privilege\, and get active when threatened with extinction. \nStay after the screening to join us for the panel discussion. Daniel\, a climate activist and student at the University of Oxford will be joining us. He has recently been arrested 4 times surrounding high profile protests at the Dippy the Dinosaur exhibit\, the King’s coronation and the 1st match day of the 2nd Ashes test between England and Australia. Other than that he says he is a big fan of cooking\, the outdoors and is qualified to teach English as a foreign language. He is happy to join One Planet Abingdon to contribute to the screening of My Extinction at The Abbey Cinema. We appreciate his time and hope you will join us too!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/screening-of-my-extinction
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="One Planet Abingdon":MAILTO:contact@oneplanetabingdon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230520T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230520T220000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
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SUMMARY:Screening of Finite - The Climate of Change
DESCRIPTION:“Rich Felgate has spent years documenting climate activists. “FINITE: The Climate of Change” depicts their heroism and selflessness. But most of all it shows their striking sanity in an insane world.” – Adam McKay\, Academy-award winning director (The Big Short\, Vice\, Don’t Look Up)\n“Urgent and heroic. Roaring with the rage and hope needed in our age of crisis.” – Mark\nRylance\, Academy-award winning actor (Bridge of Spies\, Ready Player One\, Bones and All) \nIn Germany\, concerned citizens step forward to save an ancient forest from one of Europe’s\nbiggest coal mines. They form an unlikely alliance with a frustrated community in rural England who are forced into action to protect their homes from a new opencast coal mine. FINITE: The Climate of Change is an insider’s view of the world of direct action; a raw\, authentic and emotional insight into the David and Goliath battle between frontline communities\, activists and fossil fuel corporations. \nBooking is required\, please book your tickets via the Cinema website – The Abbey. \nLet us know if you can’t afford it but would like to come. We have sponsored some tickets for young people. Cinema opens at 6pm for socialising\, film starts at 730pm and is followed by a panel discussion and drinks in the bar after where the conversations will continue!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/screening-of-finite-the-climate-of-change
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="One Planet Abingdon":MAILTO:contact@oneplanetabingdon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230506T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T102409Z
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SUMMARY:Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
DESCRIPTION:Live coverage of the Coronation at the big screen at The Abbey cinema. \nDoors open at 10am for tea\, coffee and cake as BBC coverage commences. \nThe Coronation service will begin at 11am at Westminster Abbey. After the Coronation service\, their Majesties will return to Buckingham Palace as part of a larger ceremonial procession\, know as “The Coronation Procession”\, travelling in the Gold State Coach\, drawn by 8 Windsor Grey horses. The procession is scheduled for approximately 2pm. \nOur bar and café will be open all day with our usual menu.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/coronation-of-king-charles-iii-and-queen-camilla
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abbey Cinema":MAILTO:boxoffice@theabbey.ac
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230311T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20230222T095819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T095819Z
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SUMMARY:Star Makers - The Energy of Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:UKAEA are proud to present their film “Star Makers – The Energy of Tomorrow” as part of the ATOM Festival. \nThe 52-minute film celebrates the landmark results achieved at the world-leading Joint European Torus (JET) facility. This behind-the-scenes documentary follows the team towards the end of 2021 as they overcome scientific and engineering challenges to achieve a new fusion energy world record. \nThe first showing at 11am will be introduced by a member of the team shown in the film and will be held in the Abbey Cinema. There will be time for a few questions afterwards. \nSubsequently the film will be  shown again in the Roysse Room at 2.15pm and at 3.30pm (no introduction or questions for these shows.) \nAt 1pm ATOM presents a talk by Dr David Miles about How Vaccines Work. This is a free talk and will take place in the Roysse Room. Booksigning afterwards.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/star-makers-the-energy-of-tomorrow-3
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230128T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230128T180000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20230112T133300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230112T133300Z
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SUMMARY:Mayor of Abingdon Charity Film Evening - The Lion King
DESCRIPTION:The Mayor of Abingdon-on-Thames is delighted to invite you to a Charity Film Evening on 28th January 2023. In partnership with the Abbey Cinema we are presenting “The Lion King” for an evening that will suit all ages. As well as the film screening we will have a raffle\, merchandise from the Mayor’s charities and a bar\, and a very special message from one of the film’s stars\, Jeremy Irons! \nPlease book your tickets as soon as possible through the Abbey Cinema website – scan the QR code on the attached flyer or click here: https://theabbey.ac/web?film=63ad8224824ef778cc9d6c62 . \nAll the proceeds are being split between the Mayor’s charities: the Archway Foundation and Yellow Submarine \nDoors open 6pm \nEvent            7pm
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/mayor-of-abingdon-charity-film-evening-the-lion-king
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220923T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220923T223000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20220802T114605Z
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SUMMARY:Charity Screening of the film 'Mr Jones' in aid of Smartmedicalaid.org in Ukraine
DESCRIPTION:The Abbey Cinema have kindly agreed to host a charity screening of the film ‘Mr Jones’ in aid of a Ukrainian charity that a friend of mine works with. All ticket revenue will go to Smart Medical Aid and will be used to have an effect in Ukraine. There will also be a charity auction and raffle before the film. Please come and support this excellent charity.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/charity-screening-of-the-film-mr-jones-in-aid-of-smartmedicalaid-org-in-ukraine
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sports & Leisure
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nigel Cribb":MAILTO:cribb.nigel@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220923T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220923T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20220819T150140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T102625Z
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SUMMARY:Charity Film Screening in aid of charity www.smartmedicalaid.org
DESCRIPTION:Charity Film Screening of ‘Mr Jones’ in aid of charity www.smartmedicalaid.org \nBooking link for tickets \nhttps://theabbey.ac/web?film=62e63892eafc9c6ccea1fd7d \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/charity-film-screening-in-aid-of-charity-www-smartmedicalaid-org
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220921T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20220718T112116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T112116Z
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SUMMARY:The Arts Society Abingdon Lecture - The Dowager Empress Cixi - Ruling from behind the Yellow Silk Screen by David Rosier
DESCRIPTION:The Arts Society Abingdon will be presenting the next lecture on  21st September 2022 10.30am and 2.00pm at The Abbey Cinema\, Abingdon. \n The Dowager Empress Cixi – Ruling from behind the Yellow Silk Screen by David Rosier \nThis lecture seeks to give a balanced insight into the life and achievements of one of the most important women in Chinese Imperial history. From relative obscurity as a low-ranking consort\, it recounts the events that led to her confirmation as Dowager Empress Cixi in 1861\, and the cycles of power as Emperors came and went. It explores her desire to force China into the modern world and gives an insight into her beloved summer palace. \nVisitors are very welcome to attend this lecture\, cost £6.00. If you are unable to come in person\, you can view on Zoom.  Please email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk for further information about the Venue\, any latest changes and updates. Lectures last  1 hour but allow extra time for announcements etc.  For more information on future lectures and other activities see www.theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk or email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/the-arts-society-abingdon-lecture-the-dowager-empress-cixi-ruling-from-behind-the-yellow-silk-screen-by-david-rosier
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220720T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20220511T111411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T111411Z
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SUMMARY:The Arts Society Abingdon Lecture - A Touch of he Sun by Sarah Lenton
DESCRIPTION:A Touch of the Sun by Sarah Lenton \nThe oddest ‘star’ in opera is the Sun. Its appearance in The Magic Flute triggers the finale\, when everybody dances off bathed in happy\, rational daylight. But other operas are more wary about the heat. It’s the baking sun that precipitates the disastrous passions in Carmen and Aida\, and what about that moment in the year when the sun is at its strongest – midsummer itself. The lecture looks at operas like The Fairy Queen\, A Midsummer Night’s Dream\, Faust\, and especially Lohengrin – all set at this odd time of the year\, when quiet English woods and respectable German towns find themselves on the edge of fairyland. \nVisitors are very welcome to attend this lecture\, cost £6.00. If you are unable to come in person\, you can view at 10.30am and 2pm live on Zoom.  Please email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk for further information about the Venue\, any last minute changes and updates. Lectures last  1 hour but allow extra time for announcements etc.  For more information on future lectures and other activities see www.theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk or email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/the-arts-society-abingdon-lecture-a-touch-of-he-sun-by-sarah-lenton
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220615T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20220511T111411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T111411Z
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SUMMARY:The Arts Society Abingdon Lecture - The Story of Westminster by Caroline Shenton
DESCRIPTION:The Story of Westminster Hall by Caroline Shenton \nThe great Anglo-Norman feasting hall created by William the Conqueror’s son\, William Rufus\, has stood at the heart of the Palace of Westminster for over 900 years.  It has played host to royal magnificence\, coronation feasts\, chivalric games\, law courts\, and the lyings-in-state of Kings\, Queens and Prime Ministers.  Its famous hammerbeam roof has survived throughout and remains one of the greatest examples of medieval carpentry in the world.  Discover the story of this extraordinary space through gorgeous images from the Parliamentary Art Collection\, and insights from the former Director of the Parliamentary Archives. \nVisitors are very welcome to attend this lecture\, cost £6.00. If you are unable to come in person\, you can view on live on Zoom at 10.30am and 2pm.  Please email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk for further information on Venue\, any latest changes and updates. Lectures last  1 hour but allow extra time for announcements etc.  For more information on future lectures and other activities see www.theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk or email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/the-arts-society-abingdon-lecture-the-story-of-westminster-by-caroline-shenton
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220420T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T104810
CREATED:20220309T123324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T123324Z
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SUMMARY:The Arts Society Abingdon Lecture - Bess of Hardwick:'a woman of masculine understanding and conduct'
DESCRIPTION:20th April  10.30 and 2pm – Bess of Hardwick: ‘a woman of masculine understanding and conduct’ by  Gillian White \nBess of Hardwick is one of the most fascinating women of the sixteenth century. Four times married\, she survived scandal and disgrace\, and\, through ambition and ability\, climbed the social ladder to become England’s premier countess and\, arguably\, the second richest woman in the kingdom. She was by turns a builder\, a dynast and an intriguer. A friend of Elizabeth I\, sometime gaoler to Mary\, Queen of Scots\, and grandmother to a potential queen\, Bess moved deftly in and out of the pages of Elizabethan history. This lecture tells Bess’s story: the story of a woman who simply did not know her place! \nVisitors welcome to attend – £6. For further information about venue\, future lectures and events email info@theartssocietyabingdon.org.uk. Lectures last about an hour\, but leave time for announcements etc. \n 
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/the-arts-society-abingdon-lecture-bess-of-hardwicka-woman-of-masculine-understanding-and-conduct
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:The Arts Society Abingdon Lecture -'Tinted S.T.E.A.M.': Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art and Maths in the Work of J.M.W. Turner
DESCRIPTION:16th March 10.30am and 2pm\, The Abbey Cinema Abbey Close Abingdon OX14 3JD                  \n ‘Tinted S.T.E.A.M.’: Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Art and Math in the Work of J.M.W. Turner \nTurner’s lifetime coincided with an age of scientific discovery and technological advances. This lecture explores the ideas and events which informed his paintings\, and the interesting intersection between art and science in nineteenth-century intellectual circles. We will look at Turner’s fascination with the forces shaping the landscape\, and examine the way he addressed the complicated\, evolving relationship between humans and the natural world\, particularly within his images of steam-powered technology in Industrial Revolution Britain. The talk ends with an intriguing question. What would Turner be painting today? \nLectures are about an hour long\, but leave time for announcements etc. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/the-arts-society-abingdon-lecture-tinted-s-t-e-a-m-science-technology-engineering-art-and-maths-in-the-work-of-j-m-w-turner
LOCATION:Abbey Cinema\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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