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Talks and Poster Presentations (without Proceedings-Entry):

Will Alsop:
"Rogues and Vagabonds";
Talk: Bartelett School of Architecture, BSoA - Gower St., WC1, London (invited); 05-24-2004.



English abstract:
ROGUES AND VAGABONDS 2004: WILL ALSOP
Monday 24 May (7 - 10:30pm)
@ Bartlett School Of Architecture, Gower St., WC1 (020.7679.7504) Tube: Euston Sq.
Price: £30
Links: Bartlett School Of Architecture | WA Site | J Glancey: WA | KF#83: WA
Architectural events, much as we at KF love 'em, are understandably not rated for their culinary excellence (a glass of Blue Nun and some rubbery cheese if you're lucky). But once a year the Bartlett rights these wrongs with the Rogues and Vagabonds Dinner -- an event whose origins may be murky, but whose menu is clearly set: good food, fine wines and this year an extra big helping of Alsop. The ubiquitous professor never fails to entertain, and will doubtless be expounding on his favourite theme: much more fun and imagination should feature on the urban menu, rather than the bland offerings so often served up. Will Alsop is not a reticent man, but why would we want him to be? His self-belief is an essential ingredient in all his creations, and Alsop still maintains his status as one of the world's most respected and exciting architects. Liverpool's Fourth Grace looks set to be his next major hit, and a worthy main course to follow his forthcoming Palestra starter in London. Bon appetit then!

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