Onsite Talk: Gene Kelly's Musical Life

Join Gene Kelly's wife and official biographer, Patricia Ward Kelly, for a look at the enduring influence of this iconic artist.

Talk

  • Thursday, 1 December 2022 at V&A South Kensington

  • V&A South Kensington

  • Past event

+44 (0)20 7942 2000

  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road
    London, SW7 2RL

  • The Lydia and Manfred Gorvy Lecture Theatre

  • Book live stream

  • For Members

  • Tickets cost £15.00 - £18.00

    Includes wine reception.

Past Event
Onsite Talk: Gene Kelly's Musical Life photo

Dancer, director, choreographer – Gene Kelly’s inimitable style and grace created an enduring legacy through much-loved films such as Singin’ in the Rain, An American in Paris, and On the Town, to name just a few. Join Patricia Kelly in conversation with V&A curator Simon Sladen for a colourful look at Kelly’s spectacular career, including his innovative and lasting impact on the world of musical theatre.

The talk is in conjunction with V&A display Re:Imagining Musicals which will be open for viewing after the talk.

This talk will also be available for online viewing, book here.

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Header image: Image courtesy of Patricia Ward Kelly