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SUMMARY:Virginia Robinson Gardens Lecture
DESCRIPTION:VICTORIA KASTNER\npresents \nBECOMING FRED ASTAIRE\nMay 7\, 2026 \n10:30 a.m. \nat \nTHE VIRGINIA ROBINSON GARDENS\n  \nThough born in Omaha\, Nebraska\, and raised in New York City\, dancer Fred Astaire spent a significant portion of his early career in the United Kingdom. From 1922 to 1932\, he and his sister Adele captivated London audiences in three wildly popular West End musicals\, sparking a sensation so intense that critics dubbed it “Astairia.” During his time in London\, Astaire immersed himself in British culture\, studying music theory at London’s Guildhall School of Music alongside Noël Coward and socializing with the aristocracy. After a decade in London\, Adele retired from the stage to marry Lord Charles Cavendish\, the second son of the Duke of Devonshire\, and moved to Lismore Castle in Ireland. The pair’s decade of dancing and performing in London had an equally profound effect on Fred. With his new dance partner\, Claire Luce\, he expanded his repertoire\, incorporating sweeping\, romantic movements as well as an English sense of style. His impeccable fashion sense\, effortless charm\, and refined elegance—so central to his legendary dance films of the 1930s through the 1950s—were deeply influenced by the customs and style he observed while mingling with British high society and even the royal family. Victoria Kastner will explore the profound impact of Astaire’s years in the UK\, revealing how his time on the London stage helped shape the dancer\, actor\, and icon the world came to adore. \nVictoria Kastner is the leading scholar and author about the architect Julia Morgan as well as about Hearst Castle\, where she worked for 30 years as historian. She is the author of Hearst Castle: The Biography of a Country House\, published by Harry N. Abrams in 2000; Hearst’s San Simeon: The Gardens and the Land\, May 2009; and Hearst Ranch: Family\, Land and Legacy. She co-authored The Beverly Hills Hotel: The First 100 years with Robert Anderson. In 2022\, Victoria published; Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the trailblazing architect. Ms. Kastner has lectured extensively on Julia Morgan\, Hearst’s art collection\, and the history of collecting for many museums and groups: including at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York; the Museum of Fine Arts\, Boston; the Los Angeles County Museum of Art; the American Museum in Britain in Bath; and the Palace of the Legion of Honor in San Francisco. She has also written for The London Telegraph\, the American Institute of Architects\, Oxford University’s Journal of the History of Collections\, and The Magazine Antiques.\n \nMore Information to follow.
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LOCATION:The Virginia Robinson Gardens\, 1008 Elden Way\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friends of Robinson Gardens Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join the \nFRIENDS OF ROBINSON GARDENS\nWith \nVICTORIA KASTNER\nAuthor of \nJulia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\non \nPioneering Architect\, Julia Morgan\nTuesday\, October 1\, 2024\n10:30am – Mimosas\, 11:00am – Lecture\, 12:00pm – Lunch\nJulia Morgan was a lifelong trailblazer. She was the first woman admitted to study architecture at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris and the first licensed to practice architecture in California. Over the first half of the 20th century\, she left an indelible mark on the American West. Of her remarkable 700 creations\, the most iconic is Hearst Castle. Morgan spent thirty years constructing this opulent estate on the California coast for the newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst—forging a lifelong friendship and creative partnership with him. Together\, they built a spectacular and unequaled residence that once hosted the biggest stars of Hollywood’s golden age\, and that now welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. \n$95 Members \n$105 Non-members \nTo register by phone\, call the FRIENDS OF ROBINSON GARDENS Office at \n310.550.2068
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LOCATION:The Virginia Robinson Gardens\, 1008 Elden Way\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, United States
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SUMMARY:"Back in Bloom" 2023 Garden Tour at The Virginia Robinson Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss the Garden Party of the Year: “Back in Bloom” 2023 Garden Tour and Showcase House Awaits You!\n  \nThe Friends of Robinson Gardens is very pleased to present its long-anticipated Garden Tour\, now open to the public on May 20\, 2023\, at The Virginia Robinson Gardens\, co-chaired by past President Betty Goldstein\, Elaine Stein\, and Nicole Antoine. The romantic theme\, “Back in Bloom\,” along with the invitation was conceived by co-chair Elaine. It celebrates a new beginning and the return to VRG’s beloved Garden Tour after a three-year hiatus. Betty explained\, “This is our premier fundraiser where funds are raised for the restoration needs of the estate and the Children’s Science program which has served more than 5\,000 children throughout the pandemic years\, keeping Mrs. Robinson’s legacy for the welfare of children alive. We are excited to be able to have this event again and hope you can join us. Tickets will be available on our website soon. See you there!” \nConsidered the most glamorous fundraiser of its kind in Southern California\, the tour will feature four magnificent private gardens to visit as well as the historic gardens at Robinson Gardens. Maralee Beck said\, “We are happily ‘Back in Bloom’: the blessed rains have helped the parched earth\, and the four private gardens – and our own VRG – have emerged verdant\, fruitful\, and also a-bloom in art & architecture.” \nBack at the estate\, built in 1911\, a truly gorgeous sight to behold is the transformation of select rooms of the main house into visions of enchanting beauty by top florists.  A not-to-be-missed highlight of the event\, the floral designers’ inspiring creations conjure a “feast for the soul.” \nThis year\, the Friends are proud to honor famed author and former historian of the Hearst Castle Victoria Kastner as the Grand Marshal. She will be signing her new book\, Julia Morgan: An Intimate Biography of the Trailblazing Architect\, already in its third printing. An inspiring and fascinating speaker who is passionate about her subjects\, Victoria has generously given many lectures at Robinson Gardens to mesmerized audiences about Hearst Castle\, William Randolph Hearst\, and Fred Astaire\, among other topics. \n\n\n\nCulinary delights are another favorite part of this elegant garden party. Under a tent on the Great Lawn\, Sean Murphy Catering & Events will be serving a sumptuous luncheon. (Sean’s father\, Jimmy Murphy\, was the owner of the iconic and elegant restaurant Jimmy’s in Beverly Hills\, which closed in 2000.) Adding to the delectable feast\, Joss Cuisine\, an exceptional Chinese restaurant\, will be offering tantalizing bites in the Kitchen. The signature coconut cake will also be served in the luscious display of desserts in the Pool Pavilion\, along with a plethora of cookies\, the Ivy’s iconic chocolate chip cookies and Red Velvet Cake\, and the very popular and exquisite chocolates from and Sons Chocolatiers. \nTickets will be available on our website soon. See you there!” \n 
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LOCATION:The Virginia Robinson Gardens\, 1008 Elden Way\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, United States
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