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A visitor watches Graham Fagan’s Missing at the Portrait Gallery
Scottish National Portrait Gallery 1 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD pginfo@nationalgalleries.org
Come visit the refurbished Gallery to witness the many varied faces which have contributed to Scottish history and formed the national identities of today; from monarchs of 16th-century reformation to the Scots making an impression on the world today. The Gallery is also home to Romantic Camera, the first exhibition from the National Galleries of Scotland’s photography collection.
THU 12 JAN, 6-6.30PM PORTRAIT GALLERY INSIGHTS: OUT OF THE SHADOW Julie Lawson, chief curator at the Portrait Gallery, looks at those women in the 19th century who challenged their roles in a patriarchal society. Limited places so booking is required, by calling 0131 624 6560.
THU 19 JAN, 6-6.30PM LIVE MUSIC NOW: DUENDE! Duende present familiar favourites including Peter Maxwell Davies’ Farewell to Stromness, as well as the first performance of Hebridean Sunset Rag by Julian Wagstaff, in a reworking for flute and guitar, specially arranged by the composer in celebration of the strong influence of the Hebrides in the Portrait Gallery's collection.
SAT 21 JAN, 2-2.45PM PORTRAIT GALLERY ARCHITECTURAL TOUR The full beauty of Robert Rowand Anderson’s Arts and Crafts building is revealed in this afternoon tour. Limited spaces, booking is essential: 0131 624 6560.
JMW Turner, Heidelberg at the Scottish National Gallery
Gerard Butler by Sarah Dunn at the Portrait Gallery Mrs James Grant of Lagan in the Out of the Shadow exhibition at the Portrait Gallery
28 Apr–26 May 2011 THE LIST 29