Archive for the ‘Exhibitions’ Category

 ·      Following its success in Madrid, on February 1st Shakespeare’s Henry VIII will be staged in IE University’s aula magna, housed in the former church of the fifteenth century Santa Cruz la Real Convent, where it will begin a tour of several Spanish cities. 

·      The play, which has been nominated for fourteen Max Theater Awards, was a hit at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London  

·     Tickets are available from the Visitors Reception Center in Segovia 

The Rakatá company’s production of William Shakespeare’s Henry VIII will begin its tour of Spanish cities in Segovia on February 1, in IE University’s aula magna, housed in the former church of the Santa Cruz la Real Convent. The Convent was declared a national heritage site in 1931 and is one of Segovia’s most spectacular buildings, rebuilt by the Catholic Kings at the end of the fifteenth century. The play is directed by Ernesto Arias and has been nominated for fourteen Max Awards. Tickets are available at Segovia’s Visitors Reception Center. 

Henry VIII has been the latest Rakatá company project to arrive in Spain following a successful season in Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London. Following performances at Madrid’s Canal Theatres, the play will now begin its tour in Segovia, in a setting steeped in history. The Santa Cruz la Real convent was the first Dominican Convent to be founded in Spain in 1218 and was renovated by the Catholic Kings at the end of the fifteenth century using master architects Juan Guas, Pedro de Brizuela and Sebastián de Almonacid. 

The cast comprises fourteen actors, headed by Fernando Gil in the role of Henry VIII and Elena González as Catherine of Aragón. They are accompanied by Jesús Fuente, Rodrigo Arribas, Alejandro Saá, Daniel Moreno, Oscar de la Fuente, Alejandra Mayo, Bruno Ciorda, Julio Hidalgo, Jesús Teyssiere, Sara Moraleda, Asier Tartás Landera and Diego Santos, several of whom have already appeared in previous plays produced by the company. 

It is the first time the Siglo de Oro Foundation’s Rakatá company has staged the play in Spain, following the season at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London. It was one of the greatest successes of the Cultural Olympics held last year, being the first Spanish company to perform a play in the iconic theater. In September the company took the production to Madrid’s Canal Theaters where it also enjoyed great success. 

Fourteen nominations for Max Awards 

Henry VIII is set in a historical moment in time when numerous political, social and religious changes were taking place both in England and throughout Europe. Shakespeare condenses these transformations into a play with strong characters, full of conspiracies, political instigation and intrigue, all combined with intensely dramatic moments. The second Tudor king to rein, Henry VIII cut a fascinating figure in the history of England and Europe. His passions and political policies led to an estrangement with Rome and the creation of the Anglican church. The other leading role is the figure of Catherine of Aragon, the daughter of the Catholic Kings and Henry VIII’s first wife. The king, Cardinal Wolsey, Catherine of Aragon, Anne Boleyn, Luther, the Turkish threat, the Spanish empire, France, and the Vatican are just some of the elements of the historical drama that represents this key moment in history. 

The costumes and scenery of the production are notably low-key, designed in such a way that their simplicity serves to further underscore the outstanding performances described by London’s critics. Moreover, Spanish critics and audiences have dubbed it one of the best productions last year, with fourteen nominations for MAX Theater Awards. 

Produced by the International University of la Rioja in collaboration with IE University in Segovia  

The International University of la Rioja (UNIR) is coordinating the Spanish leg of the tour through its foundation. The project is a co-production of the Siglo de Oro Foundation and Lazona, and is sponsored by Mercedes Benz. It also enjoys the support of the City Council of San Sebastián de los Reyes, Almagro City Council, Teatro Español, the Shakespeare Globe Theatre, and the Spanish Ministry of Culture’s Institute of Stage Arts and Music. IE University joined forces with these institutions so that Segovia could host the first performance of a tour that will visit twenty cities in Spain, with some fifty performances in all.

The performances take place in different Spanish cities to enable students, alumni, professors and friends to experience collective cultural and scientific activities away from the classroom. UNIR is also committed to dramatic art, and runs an extensive program of theater activities. 

IE University´s main campus is located in the former convent of Santa Cruz la Real Segovia (declared historical monument in 1931). IE offers its students over 18,000 square feet of classrooms, workshops, drawing halls, laboratories, radio and television studios, conference rooms and common areas, where the new technologies are integrated in a historical combination of the XV century.  

Tickets 

Tickets cost €18 and will be available from Wednesday, January 16, at Segovia’s Visitors Reception Center, Azoguejo, 1, Segovia (Tel. +34 921466720/ +34 921466721) and online at http://www.reservasdesegovia.com/ 

More information at http://www.turismodesegovia.com/

(Spanish Version)

El clásico “Enrique VIII” de Shakespeare en IE University   

·      Tras su triunfo en Madrid, “Enrique VIII” pasa a representarse el 1 de febrero en el Aula Magna de IE University,  la antigua iglesia de Santa Cruz la Real del siglo XV,  donde comienza una gira que recorrerá varias ciudades españolas 

·      La obra, que opta a catorce Premios Max de Teatro, triunfó en el Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre de Londres  

·     Ya están a la venta las entradas en el Centro de Recepción de visitantes de Segovia 

La obra de teatro “Enrique VIII” de William Shakespeare, un montaje de la compañía Rakatá, iniciará su recorrido por los escenarios españoles el 1 de febrero en el Aula Magna de IE University, la antigua iglesia del Convento de Santa Cruz la Real, declarado Monumento Nacional en 1931 y uno de los edificios más espectaculares de Segovia, que fue reconstruido por los Reyes Católicos a finales del siglo XV. La obra, dirigida por Ernesto Arias, opta a catorce Premios Max de Teatro. Ya están a la venta de entradas para el espectáculo en el centro de Recepción de Visitantes de Segovia. Read more…

JUDGES´COMMENTS BELOW:

Dear all,

Thank you for your participation in the Venice Photography Competition. We found very interesting pictures and insightful views of the trip we made back in November, as you may have seen pinned up in the corridor. It was a good way of remembering such a nice trip. The components of the jury were David Goodman, Anna Pla, Laura Martínez de Guereñu and Anna Mestre, and the deliberation took place last Monday. Remember there were two categories: Venice and the Biennale. Coming up with just one winner was nearly impossible, so we felt entitled to announce a winner and also honorable mention. There are two books waiting for the winners of the 2 categories, Venice and the Biennale, at the secretaries’ office. One is on Thomas Heatherwick’s work and the other on BIG Bjarke Ingels Group’s work. Winners can feel free to go and fetch them! 

The final result is as follows: 

VENICE category:

WINNER – Los guardianes de Venecia

HONORABLE MENTION – Untitled 

BIENNALE category: 

WINNER –  Switzerland Pavilion

HONORABLE MENTION - Lightness

Congratulations and thank you for your participation.

Have a great break and Merry Christmas!! 

Anna, Francesca, Laura

Fallado el concurso de fotografía ““Venice Photography Competition” 

La Escuela de Arquitectura y Diseño de IE University ha dado a conocer el fallo del “Venice Photography Competition”, un concurso de fotografía destinado a los alumnos que viajaron a la ciudad italiana el pasado mes de noviembre.

En la categoría “Venecia” la ganadora ha sido la instantánea titulada “Los guardianes de Venecia”, de Marina Durán, y ha recibido una mención de honor una foto presentada por Nathalie Lagard.  Por su parte, en la categoría “Biennale”  la fotografía ganadora ha sido la titulada “Switzerland Pavilion”, mientras que recibió una mención de honor la titulada “Lightness”. 

El jurado ha estado formado por los profesores David Goodman, Anna Pla, Laura Martínez de Guereñu y Anna Mestre. 

En la Secretaría de la Escuela hay dos libros esperando a los ganadores de ambas categorías, uno sobre el trabajo de Thomas Heatherwics y otro sobre Bjarke Ingels. 

The private campus will host the exhibition “Collective Visions” from December 19, 2012 to January 30, 2013 

The IE University campus will be hosting, starting tomorrow, the photo exhibition “Collective Visions,” which includes the work of a group of thirteen fifth year architecture students from the private campus. From December 19, 2012 to January 30, 2013, the former convent of Santa Cruz la Real, home for the private university, presents a collection of thirty-five shots, which summarizes the work of the students in their course “Digital Photography II “, taught by the Director of the Degree in Communication, Miguel Ángel Gabaldón. This presents a collection of the best work that has been done throughout the course, where the students have learned the latest techniques in photography. 

According to the students, the exhibits are very varied, covering topics such as studio photography, street or nature. Exposed in black and white and color, the shots were taken with both analog and digital cameras. The reproduction of the photographs are presented in 20×30 formats, high-resolution and mounted on cardboard pen. The result of the project is a rich and collective work in creativity that reflects each students perspective. The opening of the exhibition “Collective Visions” will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, December 19, from 11.00 hours, at IE University. It will offer a Spanish wine and the tasting of some local produced products, courtesy of Segovia “REYNO ARTESANO “.

El campus de IE University acoge una exposición fotográfica de los alumnos de quinto curso de Arquitectura  

El campus privado alberga la muestra “Visiones colectivas”, del 19 de diciembre de 2012 al 30 de enero de 2013 

El campus de IE University alberga a partir de mañana la exposición fotográfica “Visiones Colectivas”, que recoge el trabajo de un grupo de trece alumnos de quinto curso de Arquitectura del campus privado. 

Del 19 de diciembre de 2012 al 30 de enero de 2013, el antiguo convento de Santa Cruz la Real, sede de la universidad privada, presenta una colección de treinta y cinco instantáneas, que resume el trabajo de los estudiantes de la asignatura “Fotografía Digital II”, impartida por el Director del Grado en Comunicación, Miguel Ángel Gabaldón. Se trata de una recopilación de los mejores trabajos realizados a lo largo del curso, donde los estudiantes han conocido las últimas técnicas en fotografía. 

De acuerdo con los alumnos, las obras expuestas son muy variadas, abarcando temas como la fotografía de estudio, de calle o de naturaleza. Expuestas en blanco y negro y color, las instantáneas fueron tomadas tanto con cámaras analógicas como digitales. La reproducción de las fotografías se presenta en formato 20×30, en alta resolución y montadas sobre planchas de cartón pluma. El resultado es una obra colectiva muy rica en creatividad  y que refleja la mirada de cada alumno. 

La inauguración de la exposición ” Visiones Colectivas” tendrá lugar mañana miércoles 19 diciembre, a partir de las 11,00 horas, en Ie University. En ella se ofrecerá un vino español y una degustación de productos de la tierra por cortesía del establecimiento segoviano “REYNO ARTESANO”.

As in previous years, IE University is participating in a series of cine forum events which have as their objective to stimulate debate and discussion with participating academic communities from Segovia’s Artillery Academy and the University of Valladolid on the topic of “Effective Leadership”.  

Using a selection of three films, the participants will gain a better understanding of the selected topic and improve their language proficiency by debating in Spanish.   Participation is open to everyone. 

The next showing will be “12 ANGRY MEN”, an Oscar nominated 1957 drama directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Henry Fonda.  If interested, please come to the Refectory of IE University in Segovia at 18:00 this Wednesday the 7th of November.   

The introduction, movie, and post-debate will likely take a total of 3-4 hours. 

Sinopsis: All members of the jury in a murder trial are prepared to declare a boy accused of patricide guilty, with the exception of one : jury member number 8.  This one dissenting voice begins to sow the seeds of reasonable doubt so that the rest are aware of the gravity of condemning a possibly innocent youth without having properly considered all the facts first.

Segunda proyección de CINEFORUM 2012 – Debate en Español 

IE University, junto con la Academia de Artillería de Segovia y la Universidad de Valladolid, participa en un cine fórum que tiene como objetivo estimular el debate y el intercambio de opiniones sobre el tema propuesto de “Liderazgo”. 

A partir de las películas seleccionadas, los asistentes profundizan su conocimiento del tema elegido y, a la vez, mejoran su nivel de idioma mediante el debate en español.   La participación en estos seminarios está abierta a todos. 

La próxima proyección es “DOCE HOMBRES SIN PIEDAD”, un drama de 1957 nominado a los Oscars (dirigido por Sidney Lumet) y protagonizado por Henry Fonda.  Si te interesa, acércate al Refectorio de IE University en Segovia a las 18:00 este próximo miercoles día 7 de Noviembre. 

El seminario durará aproximadamente 3-4 horas. 

Sinopsis: En un juicio sobre asesinato, todo el jurado ve culpable al acusado, excepto un miembro, el jurado número 8, que sembrará de dudas razonables la habitación donde deliberan los doce hombres del jurado con la intención de no condenar a un posible inocente sin haber reflexionado como la situación lo merece.