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Prepare to be transported to 19th-century Europe as the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) Arts Center presents “Monet & Friends Alive", an extraordinary immersive experience, for the first time in the Philippines. Opening on January 31, 2024 for a strictly limited season, the event promises to be a breathtaking journey towards the vibrant world of French impressionalism. Created and produced by Grande Experiences and presented by the Bonifacio Art Foundation Inc. together with Del Monte Philippines, "Monet & Friends Alive" is a multi-sensory experience to entertain the whole family. The French Impressionists’ works have been displayed and enjoyed worldwide for more than 150 years – but never like this.
After bringing to life the vibrant world of Van Gogh, BGC Arts Center invites Filipinos to discover French Impressionism in the new world-class immersive experience of Monet & Friends Alive. For the very first time in the Philippines, visitors can indulge their senses with the sights and sounds of 19th-century Europe as seen through the eyes of Claude Monet and other Impressionist painters. A large-scale arts and entertainment experience that delves into the mesmerizing world of Impressionism, the Impressionists’ depictions of modernity, movement, light, and shadow have been admired and emulated by generations of artists. Over 150 years later, the Grande Experiences creative team uses immersive technology to bring art to life through an incredible application of light that even the artists themselves could not have envisaged. Set to a powerful classical score and showcasing the full breadth of the Impressionist movement, a stunning display of iconic, inspirational images surround the visitor as they get lost in the vibrant colors and intricate details of the Impressionists’ works. Breathtaking paintings are projected at an enormous scale, illuminating the bold brushstrokes of Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas and many more. In a rich, dynamic display of light, color, sound and fragrance, the masterpieces of the Impressionists come to life. Visitors also have the chance to examine the Impressionists’ sources of inspiration via photographs and video displayed alongside their works.
Bonifacio Art Foundation Inc. Managing Director and Curator Maria Isabel Garcia expresses excitement about the collaboration with Grande Experiences, noting, "Once again, the Bonifacio Art Foundation Inc. partnered with Grande Experiences to make these iconic artworks accessible to local Filipino audiences in ways where they can embrace the art through this immersive experience. We hope that this offering will give us a sense of the broader tradition in the arts that have influenced generations of artists the world over, as we ourselves evolve our own beautiful art traditions." Grande Experiences Founder and Chairman Bruce Peterson adds, “We are delighted that this exceptional experience will be at the BGC Arts Center – Monet & Friends Alive will offer visitors of all ages and backgrounds an entertaining, educational, and enlightening experience, whether they are art and history aficionados or exploring the Impressionists for the first time.” “Monet & Friends Alive” invites adults and children to explore the galleries, find their own meaning, and view artworks from unique perspectives. Whether you’re discovering Impressionism for the first time or revisiting these masterpieces, the experience promises to be both enlightening and emotionally moving. “Monet & Friends Alive” at the BGC Arts Center in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City is a celebration of art, history, and innovation. It’s a unique opportunity to engage with the works of French Impressionists in a way that’s both educational and deeply moving. Don’t miss this limited-time event that brings a new dimension to experiencing art.
Tickets for "Monet & Friends Alive" at BGC Arts Center are available via Ticketworld, including Early Bird tickets which can be purchased until February 4, 2024. Starting January 31, 2024, "Monet & Friends Alive" open every Tuesday to Friday from 12:00 noon to 8:00 pm and weekends from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm - all in two-hour intervals. For full details, please visit bgcartscenter.org/mfa.
