True Venetian

Episode

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Making Up The City

20170522

20190520 (R3)

Writer Polly Coles reads Making Up the City, the first of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community.

Beginning with Mariano Fortuny, painter, innovator and textile artist, Polly looks at Venetian artists who have engaged with their ancient home in a modern spirit and asks is it possible to make something new in this museum city?

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

Polly Coles on Venetian artists who have engaged with their home in a modern spirit.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

True Venetian Islanders

20170523

20190521 (R3)

Writer Polly Coles reads Islanders, the second of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community.

Polly begins in the medieval Jewish cemetery on the Lido and discusses how the island geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

How the geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Polly begins in the medieval Jewish cemetery on the Lido and discusses how the island geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

How the geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Import-export

20170524

20190522 (R3)

Writer Polly Coles reads Import/Export, the third of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community.

Polly starts with Francis Bacon's 'Study for Chimpanzee' in the Guggenheim collection and discusses flight, exile, discrimination and art.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

Polly Coles discusses Venice and ideas of flight, exile, discrimination and art.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Polly starts with Francis Bacon's 'Study for Chimpanzee' in the Guggenheim collection and discusses flight, exile, discrimination and art.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

Polly Coles discusses Venice and ideas of flight, exile, discrimination and art.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Exhibitions And Exhibitionism

20170525

20190523 (R3)

Writer Polly Coles reads Exhibitions and Exhibitionism, continuing in her search of what it might mean to be a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community.

Polly starts at the alternative beachcombers' Biennale on the Lido and ends with the work of some of the many Venetian artists revitalising the city today.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

Polly Coles discusses the work of the many Venetian artists revitalising the city today.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Women's Work

20170526

20190524 (R3)

Writer Polly Coles reads Women's Work, the last of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community.

Polly begins at the deconsecrated church of Sant'Anna - once a convent - in search of the armies of anonymous female artisans who for centuries serviced the Venetian textile industry.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

Focusing on the numerous female artisans who once serviced the Venetian textile industry.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Polly begins at the deconsecrated church of Sant'Anna - once a convent - in search of the armies of anonymous female artisans who for centuries serviced the Venetian textile industry.

Written and performed by Polly Coles

Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions.

Focusing on the numerous female artisans who once serviced the Venetian textile industry.

Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.

Episodes

Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01	Making Up The City	20170522	20190520 (R3)	Writer Polly Coles reads Making Up the City, the first of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Beginning with Mariano Fortuny, painter, innovator and textile artist, Polly looks at Venetian artists who have engaged with their ancient home in a modern spirit and asks is it possible to make something new in this museum city? Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. Polly Coles on Venetian artists who have engaged with their home in a modern spirit. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.
02	True Venetian Islanders	20170523	20190521 (R3)	Writer Polly Coles reads Islanders, the second of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly begins in the medieval Jewish cemetery on the Lido and discusses how the island geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. How the geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond. Writer Polly Coles reads Islanders, the second of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly begins in the medieval Jewish cemetery on the Lido and discusses how the island geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. How the geography of Venice has allowed segregated and separate communities to evolve. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.
03	Import-export	20170524	20190522 (R3)	Writer Polly Coles reads Import/Export, the third of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly starts with Francis Bacon's 'Study for Chimpanzee' in the Guggenheim collection and discusses flight, exile, discrimination and art. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. Polly Coles discusses Venice and ideas of flight, exile, discrimination and art. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond. Writer Polly Coles reads Import/Export, the third of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly starts with Francis Bacon's 'Study for Chimpanzee' in the Guggenheim collection and discusses flight, exile, discrimination and art. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. Polly Coles discusses Venice and ideas of flight, exile, discrimination and art. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.
04	Exhibitions And Exhibitionism	20170525	20190523 (R3)	Writer Polly Coles reads Exhibitions and Exhibitionism, continuing in her search of what it might mean to be a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly starts at the alternative beachcombers' Biennale on the Lido and ends with the work of some of the many Venetian artists revitalising the city today. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. Polly Coles discusses the work of the many Venetian artists revitalising the city today. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.
05	Women's Work	20170526	20190524 (R3)	Writer Polly Coles reads Women's Work, the last of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly begins at the deconsecrated church of Sant'Anna - once a convent - in search of the armies of anonymous female artisans who for centuries serviced the Venetian textile industry. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. Focusing on the numerous female artisans who once serviced the Venetian textile industry. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond. Writer Polly Coles reads Women's Work, the last of her essays in search of what makes a true Venetian. Beginning each essay with an object or a place, she traces a cultural and historical thread through to living individuals who are contributing to a rich and diverse contemporary Venetian culture. She argues the true Venetian does not have to be born in the city or a permanent resident to be part of a viable, creative future for this beleaguered community. Polly begins at the deconsecrated church of Sant'Anna - once a convent - in search of the armies of anonymous female artisans who for centuries serviced the Venetian textile industry. Written and performed by Polly Coles Producer: Melanie Harris Sparklab Productions. Focusing on the numerous female artisans who once serviced the Venetian textile industry. Essays from leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond.