New York Adventure Club

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1995464977464

From blue-painted mountain towns to cities carved into towering cliffs, some places seem too extraordinary to be real. How did these remarkable destinations come to exist, and what makes them unlike anywhere else on the planet? It's time to explore five places around the world where every stop reveals breathtaking landscapes, fascinating cultures, and wonders that feel more like fantasy than reality.

Join New York Adventure Club for a captivating five-part series that explores the world's most unbelievable destinations, each blurring the line between natural wonder, human ingenuity, and timeless tradition. In Part Two: Giethoorn, we'll journey to the Netherlands' enchanting village of canals to discover how a community without roads became one of Europe's most peaceful and picturesque destinations.

Led by Spain-based tour guide Kelsey Betzelberger, our unique experience featuring plenty of first-hand photo and video walkthroughs, intriguing anecdotes, and expert insights will include:

• Canals instead of roads — discover how peaceful waterways replaced streets in Giethoorn, where boats serve as the primary mode of transportation and more than 170 charming bridges connect the village's picturesque neighborhoods
• Thatched cottages and Dutch charm — admire beautifully preserved farmhouses, colorful gardens, and traditional architecture that blend harmoniously with the surrounding canals and countryside
• Life on the water — explore how centuries of peat harvesting transformed the landscape, creating the canals that continue to shape everyday life and define this one-of-a-kind Dutch community
• Dutch traditions and local flavors — stroll past cozy waterfront cafés while discovering regional cheeses, freshly baked treats, and the customs that reflect the warmth and charm of village life in the Netherlands
• The beauty of Weerribben-Wieden National Park — cruise through tranquil wetlands filled with quiet lakes, lush reeds, abundant birdlife, and breathtaking scenery surrounding one of Europe's most peaceful natural landscapes

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Kelsey — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week after the entire series concludes.
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week after the series finale
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week since the series finale, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

The World's Most Unbelievable Places Series
Part 1: Chefchaouen (Tuesday, September 1 @ 1:00pm ET)
Part 2: Giethoorn (Tuesday, September 8 @ 1:00pm ET)
Part 3: Alberobello (Tuesday, September 15 @ 1:00pm ET)
Part 4: Rocamadour (Tuesday, September 22 @ 1:00pm ET)
Part 5: Meteora (Tuesday, September 29 @ 1:00pm ET)

About Kelsey
I'm Kelsey, from Explore with Kelsey, a passionate tour guide and expatriate opera singer originally from Chicago. With Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Northwestern University, I've traveled to 50 countries, and lived in Austria, Germany, Italy, Croatia, France, England, The Netherlands, and now Valencia, Spain, where I'm happily settled with my husband and our two cats. My mission is to share my love for exploration and cultural discovery with my fellow travelers, igniting curiosity and fostering a deeper appreciation for the world's wonders.

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Categories: Virtual, Landmarks

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1995977250687

When shimmering blue water meets bold modern art, an ordinary pool, lakeshore, or seaside becomes a window into culture, identity, and human connection. Why have swimming, bathing, and diving captivated artists for generations, inspiring some of the most memorable works in modern art? It's time to dive into the fascinating stories behind these enduring subjects and discover the deeper meanings hidden beneath the surface.

Join New York Adventure Club as we use David Hockney's celebrated Pool with Two Figures as a starting point to explore the socio-historical significance of swimming, bathing, diving and water in modern art, and how artists across generations have been inspired by the challenges of capturing water as well as the many reasons why we are seeking it.

Led by art historian and museum educator Sylvia Laudien-Meo, this unique experience will include:

• A close look at David Hockney's Pool with Two Figures, examining the story behind his iconic 1972 masterpiece, the inspiration for his signature pool paintings, and the artistic vision that brought them to life
• The socio-historical evolution of pools and bathing culture, from ancient baths, grand spas, resorts, beaches, or motels to California's backyard pool phenomenon, and how artists recognized these spaces as reflective of contemporary life
• Fellow American 20th century artists inspired by swimmers, bathers, and water, including Edward Hopper, Roy Lichtenstein and Alex Katz, who explored these enduring—yet ever-evolving—themes in distinctive ways, from Magic Realism and Symbolism to Abstract Expressionism and Pop Art
• Photography and the language of movement, exploring Hockney's innovative use of photography alongside other artists who used the camera to develop painterly compositions and new ways of capturing the fluidity of swimmers, bathers, and divers
• European Modernism and changing ideals of the body, featuring artists such as Paul Gauguin, Henri Matisse, Edvard Munch, and German Expressionists whose depictions of bathing reflected evolving ideas about nature, healing, sexuality, and the body during a rapidly industrializing world
• From the French Riviera to California, exploring how the Mediterranean coast inspired Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso as well as David Hockney, while tracing the enduring dialogue between French and American resort culture
• Contemporary artists such as Eric Fischl and Derrick Adams, continuing a grand tradition of making splashes

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Sylvia — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week.
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

About Sylvia
Sylvia Laudien-Meo is a freelance Art Historian who works in and around the city in various capacities, specializing on Modern and Contemporary art, with a strong focus on Public Art. She teaches art history at Fairleigh Dickinson University and has been working as a museum educator at MoMA, the Guggenheim and the Jewish Museum for over many years, engaging visitors in conversation based, interactive art experiences of permanent collections and changing exhibitions.
For the Municipal Art Society, UFT, Brandeis Univ., and private clients, she has been touring the city for over 20 years, exploring art and architecture, parks, neighborhoods and history. Working in various different capacities gives her a unique opportunity to make intriguing connections and weave together the complex perspectives that make out the tapestry of our fascinating city.
SLM holds a Masters Degree in Art History (with minors in History and American Studies) from the Joh. Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany, as well as a Tourism degree from the EST in Paris France.

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By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our terms of service.
This event is an educational presentation organized by New York Adventure Club and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by David Hockney, the David Hockney Foundation, or any museums, galleries, institutions, estates, foundations, artists, photographers, or rights holders associated with David Hockney, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Paul Gauguin, Edvard Munch, Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Edward Hopper, Roy Lichtenstein, Richard Diebenkorn, Alex Katz, Eric Fischl, Derrick Adams, or any other artists discussed. This program is intended solely for educational and historical purposes, exploring the artistic, cultural, and historical significance of swimming, bathing, water, and their representation in modern and contemporary art. Any references to artworks, photographs, archival materials, trademarks, or related intellectual property are used for educational commentary and discussion only. All images, artworks, trademarks, and other intellectual property remain the property of their respective owners, and no official endorsement or sponsorship is implied.
Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1996764584624

While one might assume that the women who line the walls of The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) are mostly just Virgin Marys or bathing beauties, think again. That's because within the museum's collection, there are many pieces showcasing ambitious, powerful, and intimidating women...if you know where to look. It's time to uncover the rich collection of women at The Met who ruled, frightened, patronized, and politicked their way to the top.

Join New York Adventure Club as we explore the great works of art found throughout The Met that depict some of history's most courageous women, ranging from an entire gallery dedicated to a female Pharaoh to paintings by and of famous suffragettes.

Led by Dr. Andrew Lear, a world-renowned expert on gender history and NYC tour guide, our virtual art journey surrounding women of the past who persisted and triumphed will include:

• Ancient art depicting strong women leaders, from the queen who started Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, to the fertility goddess who preceded Zeus in the Greek world
• A study of famed women pathbreakers throughout history including an 18th century scientist, Marie Antoinette’s “marketing director," and a courtesan who stared down the Jacobins of Revolutionary France
• A look at the art painted by famous women artists including Mary Cassatt, who had many paintings with feminist themes
• A discussion of the Met’s great suffragette donor

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Andrew — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week.
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

About Andrew
Prof. Andrew Lear is a renowned expert on gender and sexuality in Greek and Roman antiquity. During his academic career, he taught at Harvard, Pomona College, and NYU. In recent years, he has founded Oscar Wilde Tours, the LGBTQ history and culture tour company and Shady Ladies Tours, a women's history and culture tour company. He is also working with actor/author Stephen Fry on a podcast about the "Scandals and Secrets of London's National Portrait Gallery."

Testimonials
"Great illustration of the place of strong women within so many cultures. Another great presentation by Andrew - such a well illustrated talk through the art, linking so many themes around feminism too." -Linde
"It was a wonderful opportunity to visit the MET. I live in a suburb of Paris and I have the privilege of visiting Musée du Louvre and other museums often but have never been to the MET. It's delightful to listen to Professor Andrew Lear with his abundant knowledge as well as his good sense of humor." -Nancy
"Very knowledgeable presenter... Relaxed in front of camera" -Jacqueline
"Great to have a mini tour of specific elements of the Met with an entertaining expert." -Catherine
"This presenter is soooo interesting and has a great personality." -Mary
"The wide range of information, much of it new to me." -Mark
"Appreciate these zoom opportunities to see and learn about things that can’t travel to see first hand." -Judy
"The content and the pieces of art. Great context for the work and references to the Met and its history. Super interesting and informative. Loved this as my first event. Really appreciated the webinar link to view after the live session. Thank you!" -Patricia

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Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment

https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1995953866745

Behind every breathtaking opera performance is a world of creativity, craftsmanship, and meticulous planning that most audiences never get to see. What does it really take to transform a composer's score into a fully realized production, from the first sketches to opening night? With the help of an award-winning dramaturg, it's time to step behind the curtain to uncover the remarkable journey of opera and the many hands that bring this extraordinary art form to life.

Join New York Adventure Club for a three-part series that goes backstage at the opera, revealing the extraordinary planning, artistry, and collaboration required to bring a production from concept to curtain call. In Part Two: From Design to Reality, we'll explore how an opera's artistic vision is transformed into the sets, costumes, and props that bring every performance to life.

Led by dramaturg and former Welsh National Opera staff member Simon Rees, whose career in opera has spanned more than three decades, this behind-the-scenes virtual experience will include:

• How opera workshops bring designs to life — transforming scenic concepts, costumes, and props into tangible elements for the stage
• The ingenuity behind set construction, from traditional painted scenery to portable sets built for transport and storage
• Inside the costume department, where sketches become custom-made garments tailored to each performer's measurements and movement
• A visit to the props workshop, where talented craftspeople create everything from everyday objects to extraordinary theatrical illusions
• The remarkable artisans behind the scenes whose specialized skills and craftsmanship turn artistic vision into a fully realized production

Afterward, we'll have a Q&A with Simon — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged!
Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the full replay for one week after the entire series concludes.
See you there, virtually!

*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar
**For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser
***A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week after the series finale
****If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week since the series finale, you can still register for it on our website's active replay section!

The Making of an Opera Series
Part 1: Planning
Part 2: From Design to Reality
Part 3: Rehearsal & Performance

About Simon
Simon Rees spent 23 years as Dramaturg for Welsh National Opera in Cardiff, doing research for designers and producers and tracking down unusual items – for instance, black lace mantillas and matadors’ hats for Bizet’s Carmen. His office was under the props department, and later next to wigs and makeup, so he was able to see all the magical illusions of opera being created in front of his very eyes.

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Categories: Virtual, Art & Entertainment