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Film on architect Sir John Soane on April 21st

Sir John Soanešs Museum Foundation, in association with the New York School of Interior Design, will present Soane at the Movies: Entertaining Mr. Soane on Wednesday, April 21, at 6 P. M. The one-hour documentary tells the story of the great Georgian architect, Sir John Soane (1753-1837), one of the most important innovators in the history of British architecture. Soanešs buildings include most notably the Bank of England, and his own residence and museum at Lincolnšs Inn Fields, the Dulwich Picture Gallery, the Law Courts at Westminster, and Pitzhanger Manor-House. The creative use of light and space in his own work and his exceptional collection of architectural drawings and models continue to inspire many architects and designers today.

The film uses dramatic reconstructions featuring Corin Redgrave as Soane and Sam West as his student George Wightwick to tell the story of this visionary archtitect. The film also gives commentary by contemporary architects and artists. The screening will be followed by a reception, which includes a private viewing of the New York School of Interior Designšs exhibition, Albert Hadley: Drawings and the Design Process.

Tickets are $50 per person ($20 for students), and may be purchased at the door. The film will begin at 6 p.m. at the New York School of Interior Design, 170 East 70th Street. Proceeds will benefit the annual Soane Foundation Fellowship.

To register please contact Cynthia Sanford at (646)654-0085.