Dear Members and Friends,
We are excited to share with you our upcoming events and activities for 2024. Your support in attending these events helps raise vital funds for our Society and the charities we are dedicated to supporting. Please save the dates in your calendars as we look forward to seeing you at our events throughout the year.
Genetic Treasures and Supersonic Vineyards: Viticulture and the Vine in Argentina, 1570 – Today
Date: Wednesday 24 April
Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm
Venue: Argentine Ambassador’s Residence, 49 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QZ
Get to know the fascinating world of Malbec wine and its arrival in Argentina with an exclusive talk by Adrianna Catena.
Join us for an entertaining and insightful evening. To complete this wine talk which celebrates International Malbec Day (April 17), Adrianna is choosing a wine to taste with our traditional empanadas.
Adrianna grew up between Buenos Aires and Mendoza, Argentina, where her family has made wine for over a century. She holds a master’s and PhD in History from the University of Oxford (Balliol College), and has been awarded prestigious fellowships by the Clarendon Fund and Leverhulme Trust. As an historian, Adrianna specializes in the Early Modern Iberian Atlantic; Her research has focused on the textile sector, the circulation of artisanal practices, knowledge, and expertise.
The youngest daughter of Nicolás Catena Zapata, Adrianna has lived and breathed wine since childhood. Today, she blends her experience in academia with her passion for viticulture and winemaking, dividing her time between Catena Zapata, El Enemigo Wines, and now Gredos! She lives between London and Mendoza with her husband and two sons.
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“The Hispanic-Anglosphere from 18th to 20th Century: An Introduction” Talk and Book Presentation by Dr Graciela Iglesias-Rogers.
Date: Wednesday 16 May
Time: TBC
Venue: Argentine Ambassador’s Residence, 49 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QZ
Dr Graciela Iglesias-Rogers is a Senior Lecturer in Modern European and Global Hispanic History at the University of Winchester. She will be joining us in May to talk about this project.
More details and how to book your place coming soon.
Gran Asado Argentino
Date: Sunday 9 June
Time: All day.
Venue: Wasps FC, Twyford Avenue Sports Ground, Twyford Ave, London W3 9QA
We are working hard to bring you our traditional asado at Wasps FC this summer.
More details and how to book your place coming soon.
Argentine Club Polo Cup Final
Date: Sunday 28 July
Time: All day.
Venue: Ham Polo Club, Petersham Road, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 7AH
Our annual benefit exclusive for members of the AAS, courtesy of Canning Club and Ham Polo Club, discounted access to Ham Polo Club to watch the Argentine Club Polo Cup Final.
More details and how to book your place coming soon.
AAS and APARU Annual Gala Dinner
Date: Friday 27 September (TBC)
More details and how to book your place coming soon.
27th Borges Lecture
“Borges, Bosch, and Spregelburd: Visions of Inferno” by Professor Ben Bollig, University of Oxford
Date: Wednesday 16 October
Time: 6.00pm – 8.15pm
Venue: Argentine Ambassador’s Residence, 49 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QZ
Professor Ben Bollig will be our guest lecturer for the 27th Borges Lecture. The lecture will focus on the legacy of Jorge Luis Borges for contemporary writers, and in particular his presence in the plays of one of Argentina’s most singular dramatists, the writer, director, and actor for stage and screen, Rafael Spregelburd. He will outline the continuing importance of Borges for Argentine writers; how he is present in Spregelburd’s work; and what the latter does with this legacy, in particular in a remarkable recent play, Inferno, which draws not only on Borges’ fiction and critical writings, but also on the painting of Hieronymus Bosch and the poetry of Dante.
Ben Bollig is Professor of Latin American Literature and Film at the University of Oxford, and a Fellow of St Catherine’s College. His recent books include Moving Verses, a study of the cinematic adaptation of poetry in Argentina, and Politics and Public Space in Contemporary Argentine Poetry: The Lyric and the State. He co-edited Latin American Cultural Studies: A Reader. He has translated the poetry of Cristian Aliaga, Andi Nachon, Sergio Raimondi, and many others, for publication in English. He is currently preparing a book on tenderness in Latin American literature and film. Professor Bollig is an editor of Journal of Latin American Cultural Studies and a trustee of the Modern Humanities Research Association.
December – AAS Christmas Concert and Party
Date: TBC
More details and how to book your place coming soon.
Other Events
Below is a selection of events hosted by friends of the Society that you may be interested in attending. Kindly note that some of these events are offering discounts exclusively for AAS members.
TangOpera Album Launch @ La Linea Festival: A Journey Through the Lyric Routes of the Argentine Tango
Date: Tuesday 16 April 2024
Time: 7.45pm
Venue: St James’s Church, Sussex Gardens, Paddington, London, W2 3UD
Originally launched in 2013 with a sell-out concert at Southbank Centre’s Purcell Room as part of La Linea Festival, the TangOpera project returns with its heady fusion of tango and high art. This event celebrates the release of their much-awaited debut album: TangOpera: a Journey Through the Lyric Routes of the Argentine Tango.
30% discount on ticket prices for AAS members with the code LIRICA.
Don Roberto & Scotland: International Perspectives
Two days of talks and visits celebrating the life, travels, and vision of Robert Bontine Cunninghame Graham
11 – 12 May 2024
Following on from Jamie Jauncey’s talk to our Society last year, this event in Scotland may be of interest to you. A two-day celebration of the extraordinary life of RB Cunninghame Graham – a major influence in the formation of the two dominant political parties in Scotland today, not to mention writer, traveller, horseman, adventurer, socialist, visionary and humanitarian.
Tango and Folklore Summer Music Course 2024
13 – 16 July 2024
Creative Caminito is a non-profit organisation based in the UK working to promote the music and culture of Argentina through various musical and creative projects. They are running a number of summer courses on Tango and Folklore Music. To find out more click on the link below.
Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you have a few spare hours each month to contribute to a meaningful cause?
The AAS is seeking dedicated volunteers like you to join our Committee and help us create a positive impact in our community. We are committed to fostering cultural exchange, building connections, and promoting understanding between the Anglo and Argentine communities. Our annual calendar of events plays a crucial role in achieving these goals, and we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our efforts.
As a Committee volunteer, you will have the opportunity to:
- Contribute to the planning and execution of our diverse range of events.
- Collaborate with a team of like-minded individuals who share your passion.
- Make a tangible difference in promoting cultural exchange and understanding.
Your commitment matters to us, and we value your time. Whether you have experience in event planning, communication, or simply a strong desire to give back, we welcome your participation. If you’re interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, please don’t hesitate to contact us by email info@angloargentinesociety.co.
Fátima Nollén-Reardon
Chairwoman
p.s. If you are thinking of becoming a member of the AAS, you can sign up online here.