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Iconosphere of Wyspiański: November Night Exhibition at the Royal Łazienki Museum

Discover Wyspiański's artistic inspirations and the significant stage history of 'November Night' at the Royal Łazienki Museum.

This special exhibition at the Royal Łazienki Museum marks the 120th anniversary of Stanisław Wyspiański's drama 'November Night.' It offers an in-depth look at the writer's aesthetic influences and the play's fascinating stage adaptations over the decades. Visitors can explore a rich collection of historical photographs, original theatre posters, period costumes, props, and intricate stage decorations. Many of these rare exhibits connect directly to the drama and its powerful historical context.

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Exhibition summary

This exhibition commemorates the 120th anniversary of Stanisław Wyspiański's drama 'November Night,' exploring the writer's aesthetic inspirations and the play's stage history. Visitors can discover photographs, theatre posters, costumes, props, and stage decorations related to the work and its historical context within the Royal Łazienki Museum.

Curatorial context

Created to mark the 120th anniversary of Stanisław Wyspiański's acclaimed drama 'November Night,' this exhibition delves into the writer's artistic and literary influences, as well as the significant stage history of the play. The drama itself was inspired by Wyspiański's visit to the Royal Łazienki Museum, drawing heavily on its architecture, gardens, and historical significance, particularly the events of the November Uprising. The exhibition showcases a rich array of exhibits, including 19th-century historical studies, artistic inspirations such as sculptures and paintings, and materials related to the play's theatrical productions from 1908 to 2022. Visitors can expect to see Wyspiański's drawings, theatrical models, photographs, posters, costumes, props, and fragments of stage decorations, many of which are rarely accessible to the public. The exhibition highlights the evolving interpretations of 'November Night' across various stage adaptations by prominent directors like Kazimierz Dejmek, Andrzej Wajda, and Jerzy Grzegorzewski, examining how the Royal Łazienki were depicted and imbued with symbolic meaning in these productions. It also touches upon the musical aspects of the drama, drawing parallels with Richard Wagner's musical dramas. Accompanying events such as guided tours, lectures, and workshops are also offered, further enriching the visitor experience.

Admission and ticket notes

Tickets are available for 30 zlotys (normal), 15 zlotys (reduced), and 20 zlotys (Large Family Card). Entry is free on Fridays. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket office, ticket machine at the Officer Cadets School, and online.

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Nov 29, 2024 – Mar 2, 2025
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition was curated by Professor Hernik Spalińska, Ph.D., Dr Joanna Szumańska, and Rafał Węgrzyniak, an expert on Stanisław Wyspiański's work. The exhibits are loaned from various Polish institutions and the Wien Museum.
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