Meon Valley Arts Society
Welcome to the Meon Valley Arts Society. The aim of the Society is to provide an
appreciation and study of the decorative and fine arts.
We have eleven lectures a year on subjects such as architecture, furniture, music, ceramics, paintings and many other
varied topics.
Lectures take place on the second Tuesday of every month except August.
In addition to the lectures several visits a year are arranged to historic houses, museums and galleries,
theatres, concerts and other places of interest.
We also organize two study days.
Lectures commence at 10:45am precisely at the Meon Hall, Meonstoke. Seats to be taken by
10:40am. Entry at 10:00am and coffee is served until 10:20am. Lectures normally finish by 12:00
noon. The Society cannot accept responsibility for Members' personal belongings. Members' Guests -
Admission £5.
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Next lecture: Tuesday 8 April 2025Subject: The Punch and Judy Show (a subversive symbol from Commedia Dell’arte to the present day)
Speaker: BERTIE PEARCE
Mr Punch, the most famous puppet character of all time. His comic irreverence gave ‘Punch’ magazine its title. His anarchic vitality has inspired opera, ballet and punk rock and his enduring popularity has seen his likeness on goods ranging from Victorian silverware to computer games. Even today this ‘Lord of Misrule’ uses his slapstick to dispense with oppressive authority whilst proclaiming “That’s the way to do it!”
Next outing: Monday 31 March - Friday 4 April 2025Belfast
Once a city of turmoil and now at peace - a city of renovation and prosperity. Discover its affluent Victorian history and the Titanic story. Visit the Giant’s Causeway and enjoy a little Irish craic along the way.
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Next special interest day: Tuesday 29 April 2025Topic: Blenheim Palace....Wartime Evacuees, Espionage ...and much more besides!
Leader: ANTONIA KEARNEY