PROGRAMME
HELLO HERITAGE
18 - 20 Sep 2015
swinging Copenhagen A unique and rare opportunity to travel back in time to the birth of Scandinavian free sexual spirit. Husets Biograf 18 + 19/9
HELLO HERITAGE 18 – 20 SEPT 2015
Welcome 3 Days of Danish History, Art & Culture
H
ello Heritage is a 3-day festival within the history and culture festival Golden Days. An entire weekend dedicated to visitors and expats. With more than 30 participating museums and cultural institutions, more than 40 talks, concerts, city walks, guided tours and other
events, “Hello Heritage” offers a unique insight into some of the highlights of Danish art, history, and culture. Please notice pre-events from September 17. Read more and buy tickets at Goldendaysfestival.dk
THURSDAY FRIDAY 17. SEPTEMBER
18. SEPTEMBER
GUIDED TOUR
GUIDED TOUR
A special Guided tour – the French embassy and residence of the Italian Ambassador
storm P. – An Iconic Figure in Danish Humour and satire
Join us for at special guided tour (in English) in two of Copenhagen’s outstanding historical mansions – normally not open to the public: The French Embassy by Kongens Nytorv and the residence of the Italian Ambassador by Amalienborg Palace, drawn by some of the greatest architects of the 18th C in Denmark (Nicolai Eigtved, Laurids de Thurah and Nicolas-Henri Jardin).
The French Embassy (Thotts Mansion) and the residence of the Italian Ambassador, 16.30-18.30. Only few tickets. 175 DKK. Tickets at Ambcopenaghen.esteri.it or Ambafrance-dk.org
CONCERT
back at the crime scene: Political Cabaret songs from the 1930s Experience the rich musical heritage of the 1930s political circles at Riddersalen. The FIGURA Ensemble with the stunning Helene Gjerris will present political and cabaret songs by Hanns Eisler and friends. Before the concert, there will be a pre-concert talk by Associate Professor Stig Jarl.
Riddersalen, 19.15. 150 DKK, Students 60 DKK. Tickets at Riddersalen.dk. Concert starts 20.00, pre-concert talk 19.15.
tHUR 17/9
Guided tour of the life and artwork of humourist and artist Storm P. (1882-1949), an influential character in the shaping of Danish humour and an important part of Danish cultural heritage and identity.
The Storm P. Museum (Storm P. Museet), 11.00. 50 DKK. Sen./Stud. 40 DKK, Children free admission.
GUIDED TOUR
the Humorous History of the Danes
CITY WALK, GUIDED TOUR
Assistens Cemetery A guided tour of one of Copenhagen’s most popular urban spaces, Assistens Cemetery - burial place and cemetery park. You will get a sense of the atmosphere and history and meet some famous dead people.
Assistens Cemetery (Assistens Kirkegård), 15.30. Free admission.
TALKS, ART, EXHIBITION, PERFORMANCE, FOOD + BAR
sMK Fridays # 16 – Hello Highlights! SMK holds a wide range of the most important art pieces in Denmark. However, what defines a masterpiece? In what way does an art piece obtain outstanding, national and cultural importance – for the times to come as well? Join in on questioning the masterpieces found at SMK, as we probe into timelessness, the greatness of arts and strokes of genius.
Guided tour of the 160-year history of the Danish comedy and satire speciality: the “Revy” – a kaleidoscopic mix of political satire, chorus girls, songs and slapstick.
National Gallery of Denmark (Statens Museum for Kunst), 16.0022.00. Free admission.
The Revue Museum (Revymuseet), 14.00. 50 DKK, Sen./Stud. 40 DKK, Children free admission.
LECTURE, DEBATE, FILM
EXHIBITION, LECTURE
Christ is Risen Replicas of the statue of Christ as the all-embracing saviour are widespread - and it must be due to much more than just Important Shit. Hear the stories of Thorvaldsen and the Statue of Christ.
The Cathedral Museum (Vor Frue Kirke – Københavns Domkirke), 14.00 and 16.00. Free admission.
swinging Copenhagen #1: the sexual Revolution in Denmark A special event in Copenhagen’s most erotic cinema presented by film collector Jack Stevenson. A unique and rare opportunity to travel back in time to the birth of Scandinavian free sexual spirit.
HUSETS BIOGRAF, 19.00-23.30. 80 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Max 64 persons.
CONCERT
brass, Metal and Coloraturas World famous coloratura soprano Susanne Elmark, DKDM-Brass (Royal Academy of Music) conducted by Jesper Juul Windahl and Grundtvigs Kirke’s Marcussen organ played by Mads Høck is celebrating Grundtvigs Kirke’s 75th anniversary by turning Danish cultural heritage upside down. Listen to works by Kuhlau, Widor, Carl Nielsen and Mozart in the impressing church.
Grundtvig’s Church (Grundtvigs Kirke), 19.30. Free admission
SATURDAY 19. SEPTEMBER
CITY WALK
Guided Walk with History tours in Hans Christian Andersen’s Copenhagen Historian Christian Holm Donatzky tells us about Copenhagen’s history in the period 1800-2015 focusing on the life of Hans Christian Andersen. The tour goes to the places where he lived and was inspired.
Meeting place: Højbro Plads at the equestrian statue of Absalon, 10.00. 90 DKK. Tickets can be purchased from the guide at the beginning of the tour.
GUIDED TOUR
the Home of Karen blixen - tours in French A great experience awaits those who visit this fascinating artist’s home called Rungstedlund with an exciting history which can be traced back nearly 500 years. This was the home of Karen Blixen.
The Karen Blixen Museum (Karen Blixen Museet), 10.00 and 10.30. 75 DKK. Every tour is 30 min
WORKSHOP, FAMILIES
Drawing Workshop for Families Thorvaldsen’s Museum is full of sculptures, reliefs, remarkable shapes, vibrant colours and exciting stories! Join our drawing workshop and experience all this exciting stuff. Thorvaldsen’s Museum, 11.00-13.00. Adults 75 DKK, Children 25 DKK
GUIDED TOUR
Guided tour at the Cisterns - a spectacular Underground exhibition space Guided tour through the spectacular exhibition space in the city’s old subterranean water reservoirs, focusing on the unique architecture and the current art installation by Ingvar Cronhammar.
The Cisterns (Cisternerne), 11.00. 50 DKK, Sen./Stud. 40 DKK, Children free admission
GUIDED TOUR
explore the West Rampart A guided tour on the West Rampart – the impressive late 19th century work of military defence that extends over 14 kilometers through the suburbs west of Copenhagen.
The West Rampart, 12.00-14.00. 100 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Max 25 people. Meeting point: At the parking lot at the end of Rødovre Parkvej.
CITY WALK, GUIDED TOUR
CultOUR – a Cultural Walk in Lyngby Join us for a cultural walk in Lyngby to the houses of famous Danish artists. Journalist Karsten Pharao will guide the walk and share facts and anecdotes about writers such as Marie Krøyer, Friedrich Kulau and Johanne Luise Heiberg. After the walk, there will be served cake at the library.
Lyngby-Taarbæk Libraries (LyngbyTaarbæk Bibliotekerne), 12.30-14.30. Free. Sign up at www.lyngbybib.dk. Max 50 participants.
sAt 19/9
GUIDED TOUR
the Home of Karen blixen - tours in German A great experience awaits those who visit this fascinating artist’s home called Rungstedlund with an exciting history which can be traced back nearly 500 years. This was the home of Karen Blixen.
The Karen Blixen Museum (Karen Blixen Museet), 12.45 and 13.15. 75 DKK. Every tour is 30 min
FOOD, WORKSHOP
Make your own ‘smørrebrød’ (smorgas) Make your own ’smørrebrød’ (smorgas), taste the best products and hear the history of the traditional cold table – to be enjoyed with a cold beer and a glass of schnapps!
The National Museum of Denmark (Nationalmuseet), 13.00-15.00. 150 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Max 60 persons.
are based on the museum founder, C.L. David, and his art collections in the Islamic, European and Danish departments.
The David Collection (Davids Samling), 14.00 and 15.00. Free admission. Free tickets are available in the museum shop on the day of the tour. Max 15 people. Tickets cannot be reserved in advance.
GUIDED TOUR
storm P. – an Iconic Figure in Danish Humour and satire Guided tour of the life and artwork of humourist and artist Storm P. (1882-1949), an influential character in the shaping of Danish humour and an important part of Danish cultural heritage and identity.
The Storm P. Museum (Storm P. Museet), 14.00. 50 DKK. Sen./ Stud. 40 DKK, Children free admission.
GUIDED TOUR
History seen From Above CITY WALK, GUIDED TOUR
In the Footsteps of Master Architect C.F. Hansen Join us on a walk through central Copenhagen and hear about the city’s classicist architecture and the buildings, ideals and goals of C.F. Hansen (1756-1845).
Bispetorv, 14.00-15.30. Free admission. Max. 35 participants, tickets at frydenlund.dk
GUIDED TOUR
the David Collection – a Guided tour World art becomes Danish Heritage. Free guided tours in English at the renowned museum, The David Collection. The tours sAt 19/9
Experience the historical development of Copenhagen from high above on this guided tour to the tower of Nikolaj Kunsthal, Copenhagen Contemporary Art Centre, formerly Nikolaj Church.
Nikolaj Kunsthal, 14.00. 50 DKK. Access to the tower in limited groups. Sign up on event@nikolajkunsthal.dk no later than September 17.
GUIDED TOUR
the Home of Karen blixen - tours in Italian A great experience awaits those who visit this fascinating artist’s home called Rungstedlund with an exciting history which can be traced back nearly 500 years. This was the home of Karen Blixen.
The Karen Blixen Museum (Karen
Blixen Museet), 14.00 and 14.30. 75 DKK. Every tour is 30 min
CITY WALK
Christian IV’s Copenhagen Christian IV was an innovative and energetic king whose presence is still to be felt in the city centre. He was involved in all matters regarding Copenhagen and transformed the city into a European metropolis. Join us on a guided tour of Christian IV’s Copenhagen and discover how the city has changed.
Museum of Copenhagen (Københavns Museum), 14.00. 50 DKK. Tickets at billetto.dk. Meeting point: Gammeltorv by the fountain, Finish point: the Royal Library
GUIDED TOUR
the Home of Karen blixen - tours in english A great experience awaits those who visit this fascinating artist’s home called Rungstedlund with an exciting history which can be traced back nearly 500 years. This was the home of Karen Blixen.
The Karen Blixen Museum (Karen Blixen Museet), 15.30 and 16.00. 75 DKK. Every tour is 30 min
LECTURE, DEBATE, FILM
swinging Copenhagen #2: the sexual Revolution in Denmark Husets Biograf, the erotic boutique LUST and Nordstroms Forlag present a unique opportunity to experience the amazing tales of the Danish sex shop era. Lots of fun stories and rare footage.
HUSETS BIOGFRAF, 19.00-23.00. 100 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk
SUNDAY 20. SEPTEMBER
GUIDED TOUR
the Home of Karen blixen - tours in english A great experience awaits those who visit this fascinating artist’s home called Rungstedlund with an exciting history which can be traced back nearly 500 years. This was the home of Karen Blixen.
The Karen Blixen Museum (Karen Blixen Museet), 10.00, 10.30, 12.45 and 13.15. 75 DKK. Every tour is 30 min
GUIDED TOUR
the Humorous History of the Danes Guided tour of the 160-year history of the Danish comedy and satire speciality: the “Revy” – a kaleidoscopic mix of political satire, chorus girls, songs and slapstick.
The Revue Museum (Revymuseet), 11.00. 50 DKK, Sen./Stud. 40 DKK, Children free admission.
GUIDED TOUR
Royal Christiansborg Enjoy a guided tour of Christiansborg Palace; the ruins of the medieval castles, the beautiful Palace Chapel and the idyllic Royal Stables.
Christiansborg Palace (Christiansborg Slot), 11.00. 120 DKK. Tickets at Christiansborg.dk and Billetto.dk
GUIDED TOUR
Highlights of the National Museum of Denmark Explore Denmark’s largest museum and discover which unique cultural treasures you can find here during our guided tour in English.
The National Museum of Denmark (Nationalmuseet), 11.00. 50 DKK. Max 30 people
CITY WALK
sunday Walk: the Island of slotsholmen A Sunday walk around the Island of Slotsholmen, focusing on its melting pot of classical identity and the newest architectural expressions. An architectural breathing space in central Copenhagen.
The Danish Architecture Centre (Dansk Arkitektur Center), 11.00. 125 DKK. Max 35 people
GUIDED TOUR
Guided tour of the Maritime Museum of Denmark Did you know that your life depends on shipping? Learn more about the history and contemporary life of shipping at the spectacular M/S Maritime Museum of Denmark.
M/S Maritime Museum of Denmark (M/S Museet for Søfart), 12.00. 40 DKK plus entrance to museum. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Max 30 people
GUIDED TOUR
explore the West Rampart A guided tour on the West Rampart – the impressive late 19th century work of military defence that extends over 14 kilometres sAt 19/9
through the suburbs west of Copenhagen.
The West Rampart, 12.00-14.00. 100 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Max 25 people. Meeting point: At the parking lot at the end of Rødovre Parkvej.
FOOD, WORKSHOP
Make Your Own ‘smørrebrød’ (smorgas) Make your own ’smørrebrød’ (smorgas), taste the best products and hear the history of the traditional cold table – to be enjoyed with a cold beer and a glass of schnapps!
The National Museum of Denmark (Nationalmuseet), 13.00-15.00. 150 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Max 60 persons.
GUIDED TOUR
best of Danish Art in an Hour 10-minute meetings with the highlights of the collection: Eckersberg, Købke, Lundbye, Krøyer, Ancher and Hammershøi – What you need to know about Danish 19th century art in just one hour.
The Hirschsprung Collection (Den Hirschsprungske Samling), 13.00 and 14.30. Entrance to museum 75 DKK. Max 25 people
LECTURE
the History of the Danish Coffee Gettogether Join us for an afternoon of traditional Southern Jutland style coffee get-together with pastries from other cuisines. Lykke Poulsen talks about baking traditions as a part of the cultural heritage.
Gentofte Library (Gentofte Bibliotek), 13.30-15.30. 65 DKK. Tickets at gentofte.billetto.dk sUN 20/9
Experience the historical development of Copenhagen from high above on this guided tour to the tower of Nikolaj Kunsthal, Copenhagen Contemporary Art Centre, formerly Nikolaj Church.
Nikolaj Kunsthal, 14.00. 50 DKK. Access to the tower in limited groups. Sign up on event@nikolajkunsthal.dk no later than September 17.
GUIDED TOUR
GUIDED TOUR
the Home of Karen blixen - tours in German A great experience awaits those who visit this fascinating artist’s home called Rungstedlund with an exciting history which can be traced back nearly 500 years. This was the home of Karen Blixen.
The Karen Blixen Museum (Karen Blixen Museet), 14.00 and 14.30. 75 DKK. Every tour is 30 min
sculptures in the service of the sovereign Guided tour of The Lapidarium of Kings: The kings of Denmark have used statues to symbolise their power for centuries. See equestrian statues, beautiful goddesses and bombastic trophies.
The Lapidarium of Kings (Kongernes Lapidarium), 14.00. 50 DKK. Tickets at Kongerneslapidarium.dk or Billetto. dk. Max 50 persons.
CITY WALK GUIDED TOUR
Discover the Fortifications Around Copenhagen - A Guided tour of the Garderhøj Fortress Join us for an interactive guided tour of the Fortress and get to know more about the life of the soldiers, the armoury of the fortification and the planned flooding of large areas around the capital. Garderhøj Fortress (Garderhøjfortet), 14.00-15.00. Free, once the entrance to the fortress is paid.
the Food, the City and the People The new Nordic cuisine is more popular than ever. But which foods are typical for Copenhagen? Join us on a culinary tour through the city, and explore local food traditions.
Museum of Copenhagen (Københavns Museum), 14.00. 50 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk. Meeting point: on the corner of Gl. Strand and Naboløs Finish point: the Royal Library
GUIDED TOUR
National Identity in Golden Age Denmark GUIDED TOUR
History seen From Above sUN 20/9
Guided tour focusing on cultural heritage and national identity in Golden Age Denmark, and on the Romantic literature of Adam
Oehlenschläger and Hans Christian Andersen. The Bakkehus Museum (Bakkehusetmuseet), 14.00. 50 DKK, Sen./Stud. 40 DKK, Children free admission
GUIDED TOUR
the David Collection - a Guided tour World art becomes Danish Heritage. Free guided tours in English at the renowned museum, The David Collection. The tours are based on the museum founder, C.L. David, and his art collections in the Islamic, European and Danish departments.
The David Collection (Davids Samling), 14.00 and 15.00. Free admission. Free tickets are available in the museum shop on the day of the tour. Max 15 people. No reservations can be made.
CONCERT
Golden Musical Heritage Copenhagen University Choir, which recently celebrated its 175th anniversary, will present highlights of the rich Danish musical heritage, from traditional ballads to songs of the 20th century. Lyrics mainly in English, German and Danish.
Gustaf Church (Svenska Gustafkyrkan), 15.00. 110 DKK. Tickets at Billetto.dk as well as at the entrance.
GUIDED TOUR
Guided tour: thorvaldsen – the Man, the Art and the House Dip into the history of the museum and hear about world-famous Bertel Thorvaldsen’s best known sculptures.
Thorvaldsen’s Museum, 15.00-16.00. 40 DKK. Max 25 participants. Tickets can be purchased at the museum on the day of the guided tour.