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It’s the final countdown
That’s right. This weekend marks the very end of the Outrageous Fortune exhibition here at the Museum. Once upon a time, a small Swedish band called Europe made famous the words ‘it’s the final countdown’, but I think Shakespeare said it best when he said “like as the waves make towards the pebbl’d shore, so
Baby you can drive my car… not the Valiant, but my Celica’s fine.
What is the definition of a Westie? When someone says their cousins from Massey are real ‘Westies’ what comes to mind? I think of black jeans, dark sunnies and leopard. According to Wikipedia’s definition of this group “The stereotype also incorporates black jerseys and old V8 cars.” The cars: on blocks, at the drags, modified,
And the winner is…
Now last year I wrote about an interesting competition we were running in partnership with Unitec called ‘Submit a Script’ and I am happy to announce we have a winner! The idea was simple – write an exciting, short, script set within a living room situation. To support the competition we held two Script Writing
Plans this Wednesday evening?
UPDATE – Due to unforseen circumstances Robyn Malcolm sends her sincere apologies for tomorrow night (Wednesday 30 March) – but she will be here in full Robyn Malcolm style on Wednesday 6th April! Tammy Davis (Munter) will be taking her place. Wednesday night you will usually find me sprawled along my mid century mustard coloured
Behind the scenes…
Tonight kicks off a series of talks at the Museum every Wednesday evening with industry insiders. Who doesn’t love a glimpse in to the unknown? Now I know that sounds all space-agey, but what I mean is behind the scenes; that opportunity to glimpse in to the reality behind the unreality of a show like Outrageous
PAST EVENTS
SUBMIT A SCRIPT
A competition to submit a script with the chance to see it being acted out and filmed on the West's living room set. Director, cast and crew were provided by Unitec’s Performing & Screen Arts Department.
OUTRAGEOUS RALLY
SATURDAY 16 April 2011, 1 pm - 3 pm AUCKLAND MUSEUM SOUTHERN CARPARK
The West family love their cars. And with this in mind Auckland Museum hosts the Outrageous Car Rally.
Loads of luscious cars will be on display at the south entrance, with a cruise around the Museum circuit at 2 pm. Cars on display include Hotrods, Classics and radically customised vehicles from all over Auckland.
A New Zealand Hot Rod Association Inc sanctioned event.
OUTRAGEOUS SATURDAYS
15-23 January 2011, 11.30 am - 1.30 pm
Following the huge success of I AM Cheryl, our outrageous Saturday stylist Charmaine wants to give all Munters, Kaseys, Pascalles and Lorettas their chance to shine!
Unleash your favourite character’s attitude, come along for a mini-Westie makeover – and join the lookalike line-up at 1.30 pm for the chance to win great spot prizes.
• Munter or Kasey: 5 & 12 March 2011
• Pascalle or Loretta: 19, 26 March &
2 April 2011
• Grandpa or Ngaire: 9, 16 & 23 April 2011
LATE-NIGHT WEDNESDAYS
From 16 March - 20 April 2011, 5-7 pm
We’re open late every Wednesday from the 16 March until 20 April – swing by after work and enjoy a glass of wine, check out the exhibition, or stay on for some food for the mind in the auditorium (Level 2).
23 March 2011: Fashion design floor talks
Floor talks at 6pm Wed 23rd March with the designers showcased in Outrageous Influence: Designing the West. Facilitated by Paul Blomfield.
30 March 2011: Conversation with cast & crew
From words on a page to mayhem on set – the process of capturing the magic. Outrageous director Simon Bennett, writer Rachel Lang and actor Tammy Davis (Munter) talk about shooting the show.
6 April 2011: Conversation with cast & crew
Where’s Wolf? Actress Robyn Malcolm (Cheryl), editor Nic Smith and director Britta Johnstone share their memories of the best and strangest moments behind the scenes on Outrageous Fortune.
13 April 2011: Bonding with characters
University of Auckland’s Professor Cristel Russell talking about the bonds we forge with on-screen characters. Conversation will be moderated by Noelle McCarthy.
OUTRAGEOUS INFLUENCE: DESIGNING THE WEST FASHION DISPLAY
23 March – 26 March 2011, 10 am – 5 pm
See West-inspired garments designed by Cybele, Kristine Crabb, Huffer, Zambesi and Murray Crane in homage to Outrageous Fortune – a show that continues to influence local design.
HALF-PRICE MATRIARCH MONDAYS
Mothers were able to get into the exhibition for half price every Monday. Just by bringing along whatever they think proves they're a mum: a family snap, a child, scars or wrinkles!
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