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Modigliani - Picasso - Pearls
Toronto's Top fall exhibitions now available at special prices
Tickets and Hotel Packages are available exclusively through TicketKing, only until Jan. 23, 2005.
In a major joint marketing campaign to attract cultural tourists to Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO), the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art and the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) are offering attractively priced tickets and hotel packages for Toronto's three major fall exhibitions. For one great low price, visitors can experience the popular exhibitions, Modigliani: Beyond The Myth at the AGO, Picasso and Ceramics presented by the Gardiner at the University of Toronto Art Centre, and Pearls: A Natural History at the ROM. Visitors may book specially priced hotel room and ticket packages at three of the city's finest hotels: the Sheraton Centre Hotel; the Sutton Place Hotel; and The Fairmont Royal York.
Modigliani - Picasso - Pearls Tickets and Hotel Packages may be purchased exclusively by calling TicketKing at 1-800-461-3333 before January 23, 2005. Tickets for any one, two or three of the exhibitions may be combined with special room rate offers at the partner hotels or purchased separately.
This joint Modigliani - Picasso - Pearls marketing campaign into tourism markets outside of the Greater Toronto Area has been made possible by a grant from the Cultural Tourism Marketing Fund of the Ontario Ministry of Culture.
"The government understands that culture is essential to our communities and our quality of life," said Minister of Culture, Madeleine Meilleur. "We are proud to invest in this marketing program to enhance participation in art and culture."
Modigliani - Picasso - Pearls Hotel Packages* are available for as low as $124.50 Cdn. (or approximately $107 U.S.) per person* (plus applicable taxes), based on double occupancy with one adult ticket to any two of the three exhibitions. One night's accommodation with one adult ticket to all three exhibitions is only $134.50 Cdn. (approximately $115 U.S.) per person* (plus taxes). Up to two children are allowed free per room, per night; however, children's exhibition tickets must be purchased separately. (All prices are quoted in Canadian dollars.)
The Fairmont Royal York
Special rate includes one night's accommodation and breakfast.
The Sheraton Centre Hotel
Special rate includes one night's Club Level accommodation and breakfast. The luxurious Club guestrooms await your arrival at the top of the Queen Tower with exclusive access to the 43rd floor rooftop Club Lounge. Premium amenities and services include:
* Exclusive keyed-access to the 43rd floor rooftop Club Lounge
* Complimentary continental breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres in Club Lounge
* Full wireless Internet connectivity for WiFi (802.11b) enabled laptops
* Gourmet coffee and tea are served throughout the day
The Sutton Place Hotel
Special rate includes one night's accommodation in a superior double bedded or queen sized bedroom, full breakfast and self-parking at the hotel.
* Hotel rates are based on double occupancy and one-night accommodation only. Inquire about additional nights. All other hotel expenses are the responsibility of the guest. All packages are subject to availability and must be booked at least two days in advance. Packages are not available for purchase in person. Packages cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts and are not valid on prior sales. Valid to January 23, 2005. Phone orders are subject to regular service charges.
Specially discounted Modigliani - Picasso - Pearls Ticket Packages include tickets to either two or three of the exhibitions, at up to 25 per cent off regular, individual ticket prices:
Adults: $ 30 Cdn. (Any 2 Exhibitions); $ 40 Cdn. (Any 3 Exhibitions)
Seniors/Students with ID: $ 24 (Any 2 Exhibitions); $ 32 (Any 3 Exhibitions)
Children (aged 6 to 15): $ 15 (Any 2 Exhibitions); $ 22 (Any 3 Exhibitions)
Children under 6 years: free (with purchase of above Ticket Packages)
Toronto is one of North America's most exciting cities - a Mecca of multicultural neighborhoods, outstanding restaurants, entertainment and shopping areas. All three exhibitions and partner hotels are located within the city's vibrant downtown area.
Exhibition Information:
Modigliani: Beyond the Myth is the first solo exhibition in Canada to present more than 80 paintings, drawings and sculptures by Italian artist Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920), one of the most loved, yet misunderstood artists of the 20th century. This exhibition explores the myths surrounding Modigliani's life - including his reputation as the quintessential bohemian - that have obscured his genius as an artist, and reevaluates his artistic development. Organized by The Jewish Museum, New York and made possible by the Jerome L. Greene Foundation, the exhibition draws on loans from such esteemed institutions as The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Modern Art and Tate Gallery, London.
October 23, 2004 to January 23, 2005
Art Gallery of Ontario
Lead Sponsor: Gluskin Sheff + Associates
Supporting Sponsor: Pacific Art Services Ltd.
Additional support provided by the Italian Cultural Institute.
This exhibition has been financially assisted by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, a program of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Culture, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation.
Supported by the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canada Travelling Exhibitions Indemnification Program.
Picasso and Ceramics is the largest exhibition of Picasso's work in clay ever seen in Canada, and provides a rare opportunity to discover an important part of Picasso's creative universe. The exhibition assembles 80 unique pieces by Picasso, 30 historical objects, posters and preparatory drawings. More than half of these belong to members of the Picasso family and other private collectors and have never before been exhibited publicly. The Gardiner Museum will be the last North American venue for the exhibition.
September 29, 2004 to January 23, 2005
Gardiner Museum and the University of Toronto Art Centre
Jointly organized by the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec and the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art in partnership with the University of Toronto Art Centre, with the generous support of Desjardins Group.
This exhibition has been made possible through the generous support of the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Culture; and the Museums Assistance Program, Department of Canadian Heritage.
Pearls: A Natural History brings together more than 500 splendid objects to illustrate the natural and cultural history of pearls around the world. Among the highlights are some of the world's oldest, largest and most valuable pearls, as well as the jewellery and fashions that adorned royals and celebrities such as Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. The Royal Ontario Museum is the sole Canadian venue to host this fascinating exhibition.
September 18, 2004 to January 9, 2005
Royal Ontario Museum
Organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York, in collaboration with The Field Museum, Chicago.
Sponsored by BIRKS and Sentry Select Capital Corporation.
Exhibit Patrons: BOTOX Cosmetic®, Chubb Insurance Company of Canada, G.I.E. Perles de Tahiti, Canadian Gem/GemPerle
This exhibition has been financially assisted by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund, a program of the Government of Ontario through the Ministry of Culture, administered by the Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund Corporation. Supported by the Department of Canadian Heritage through the Canada Travelling Exhibitions Indemnification Program.
For Ticket and Hotel Package information, please call: TicketKing 1-800-461-3333
Issue date:
October 19, 2004
For more information:
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