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Experiencing Germany in London
Fifteen students studying A Level German at QE visited the German Embassy in London as part of a “German Day in London”, organised by John Hobley, Vice-Chairman of the British-German Association.
The day started with a presentation by Christin Stein from the Embassy’s Department of Culture and Education. The students then took part in a quiz in German and won T-shirts featuring the logo of ‘Think German’, a campaign started in 2010 by the Embassy to encourage people throughout the UK to touch, feel, eat, smell, breathe, hear, talk and, of course, think German. After a delicious lunch at the Embassy, the group was escorted to the Saatchi Gallery in Chelsea to enjoy a guided tour of the “Gesamtkunstwerk – New Art from Germany” exhibition. They then went to the City of London where they had a meeting with Joachim Schwarzer, Director of the German Office of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Mr Schwarzer explained the role of the Bank and described some of the Bank’s current projects. The meeting took place in the Bank’s Board Room on the 10th floor and the group was able to view central London from the windows, seeing sights such as the London Eye and St Paul’s Cathedral. The day finished at a traditional Bavarian Beerhouse near the Tower of London where they were able to soak up the German atmosphere and practise their German while tasting culinary delights including Weisswurst, Wiener Schnitzel and Käsespätzle as well as freshly baked Brez’n and a soft drink unique to Germany – Spezi – a mix of Coke and Fanta.
Student Matthias Reichel, comments:
“The trip was a great success. Everyone enjoyed the day, especially the meal in the Bavarian Beerhouse where we gained an insight into Germany, particularly Bavarian culture and food. I think it was an important opportunity as we learnt a lot about British-German relations and this will encourage further learning and increase motivation.”
Student Emily Bagshaw, adds:
“We were so lucky to be invited to London to experience different aspects of the German language and culture. Entering the German Embassy was a great privilege. ‘’
Penny Porter, Head of German at QE, concludes:
“I have been working with the British-German Association for a number of years and our College has benefited immensely from this relationship. Being selected to be the first ever British college or school to visit the German Embassy was a great honour and we are very grateful to the British German Association for funding the day in London. The students enjoyed the trip from start to finish and it gave them inspiration and a unique opportunity to gain further insight into German culture and the workings of some very important institutions. I was extremely proud of our students - they were excellent ambassadors for the College.’’
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Follow this link for more information: Deutsche Welle
The Foundling Museum and its German Connection
The Foundling Museum tells the story of London’s first home for abandoned children. Situated in a leafy Bloomsbury cul-de-sac, between the British Museum and the British Library, and at the heart of London’s Museum Mile, the Foundling Museum provides one of London’s most fascinating and engaging experiences
One of London’s proudest achievements, Thomas Coram’s Foundling Hospital – In the early eighteenth century around a thousand babies were being abandoned every year in the capital. In other major cities institutions had been established for the care of such children, but in England abandoned babies were tainted with the stigma of illegitimacy. Thomas Coram resolved to do something about this situation and spent the next seventeen years working to raise funds for the establishment of the Foundling Hospital - ‘A hospital for the maintenance and education of exposed and deserted young children’
The history of eighteenth century Philanthropy, Art and Music in one unique institution and London’s first public space for contemporary British Art . The Foundling Hospital enjoyed the support of some of the leading cultural figures of the day including William Hogarth who persuaded a number of his contemporaries to donate paintings and other works of art for display, making the Foundling Hospital the country’s first public art collection. The success of this established public exhibition space led to the foundation of the Royal Academy of Arts in 1768. The Foundling Hospital collection is now displayed in original period interiors and includes work by Hogarth, Reynolds and Gainsborough.
George Frideric Handel composed for and performed in the Hospital Chapel - Handel wrote the Foundling Hospital Anthem for his first concert at the Hospital and conducted regular benefit performances of Messiah in the Hospital’s chapel. In his will Handel bequeathed a fair copy of Messiah to the Hospital which can be seen on display alongside his will in the Gerald Coke Handel Collection.
Why not arrange a visit for your group?
Guided tours for groups of 15 to 25 people during opening hours cost £5 per person, £5.50 with Gift Aid plus £50 per guide.
For unguided group tours, we ask that you let us know in advance. Pre-booked groups of more than 15 people qualify for the discounted group rate of £5 per person.
Light lunches, cream teas and refreshments are available at the Coram Café 020 7841 3609
Guided tours may be booked by contacting Tuz Morrison at the Museum on Monday, Tuesday or Thursday of each week. Telephone: 020 7841 3591 or email: tuz@foundlingmuseum.org.uk
The Foundling Museum, 40 Brunswick Square, London WC1N 1AZ
Open: Tuesday - Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday - 11am to 5pm
Tube: Russell Square (2 mins walk) / Euston, King’s Cross & St. Pancras (10 mins walk)
Train: King’s Cross / St. Pancras / Euston
Abingdon Anglo-German Club
The AAGC (Abingdon Anglo-German Club) has published its Events programme for 2011-2012. All events take place at,
The Abbey Chapel, Checker Walk, Abingdon on Thursdays at 7.30 p.m. Visitors very welcome. Enquiries tel. 01235 533887. For further informaiton about the events please have a look at the attached information.
Follow this link for more information: Abingdon Anglo-German Club Programme
Making an Entrance - book by Gerard Gould
Gerard Gould was born in Germany in 1922. He came to England as a refugee on the Kindertransport in 1939 and has lived in Oxfordshire since the early 1940s. He soon became a naturalised Briton, and developed a deep love of all things English. Resident in North Oxford since the mid-1960s, he has made the most amazing and inspirational contribution to the cultural life of the county – as a teacher, educational adviser and theatrical producer. The lives of so many people who have come into contact with him over the years have been deeply enriched. This book bears witness to their sincere gratitude and admiration.
In keeping with Gerard’s incredible flair for directing drama, his biography takes the form of a theatrical production that challenges the audience with contradictions – we laugh, we cry, we are entertained playfully and we are harrowed. The protagonist is a man of passion and compassion, of awe-inspiring authority and of charming tenderness. Gerard Gould is not a man who deals in half measures. His charisma fills the room, his laughter fills the theatre. He is ruthlessly exacting and demanding as a director, always expecting just a little more than perfection from the actors. His abounding energy and indomitable drive leave others breathless.
Now in his late 80s, he still has a mind of steel. A deep love of learning has directed his life. He is fascinated by history, literature, the Arts, by language, by people and by life itself. But far from being stuffily learned, he is open to intuition and the fun that can come from acting on impulse. His whole life has been full of mysterious ‘coincidences’ and seemingly random choices that have had a profound impact on him.
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