A talk by Professor Alastair Blanshard | Wednesday 5 November 2025 | 6:00–7:15pm
Since the 19th century, the sunny climes of the Mediterranean have been a haven for gay men and lesbians. Fantasies about the cultures of Greece and Rome offered a form of escapism from the moral oppression that many experienced, while the prestige accorded to classical civilisation provided ammunition against those who treated homosexuality as a…
A lecture by Trevor Hancock | Thursday 20 November 2025 | 6:00–7:15pm
Shortly after the 1851 Australian Gold Rush began there was a demand for jewellery to be crafted from the treasured gold dug up. Not only was jewellery needed to ‘send home’ as a sign of success and a souvenir, but successful miners also needed jewellery to adorn their dress and show all their new wealth.…
A lecture by Trevor Hancock | Wednesday 19 November 2025 | 6:00–7:15pm
This year marks a century since Art Deco first dazzled the world at the landmark 1925 Exposition lnternationale des Arts Decoratifs Modernes in Paris. Born from a desire for elegance and modernity after the horrors of the First World War, Art Deco prided itself on fusing craftsmanship with geometric forms, luxurious materials, and a forward-looking…
David Roche Gallery is pleased to present a regular program of events, including talks, tours, and performances. On this page, you have an easy to follow list of our events to put in your calendar (so you don’t miss out!). We regularly add more events, so make sure you check back frequently to keep up-to-date…