Swan Lake auction in aid of the King's

Beautiful artwork celebrating Tchaikovsky's masterpiece, Swan Lake auctioned in aid of the King’s Theatre fundraising campaign.

As we welcome Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake to the Festival Theatre this week - a bold reinterpretation that revolutionised the world of dance and became one of the most beloved and acclaimed productions of our time - we are delighted to offer you the opportunity to bid for this very special artwork.

A unique piece capturing the powerful presence of the male swan in its iconic feathered costume. Commissioned in 2019, the painting was created by Scottish artist Hazel Bowman, who brought to life the emotional intensity and dynamic movement at the heart of Matthew Bourne’s groundbreaking production.

The piece is handsomely mounted with art glass and has been donated to Capital Theatres to raise funds for the re-development of the King’s Theatre, valued in the region of £1,700.

Capital Theatres is entering the final year of its ambitious transformation of the King’s Theatre and the excitement is mounting. From installation of world-class technical staging capability, including a new stage, the King’s will be better placed to programme more dance, right through to refigured front of house areas and brand-new creative engagement facilities, the overhaul is 70% complete with 91% of the target funding achieved.

The artwork has been generously donated by King’s supporters, Chalmers Neil and Bob Corsie, owner of the Watson Art Gallery in Edinburgh’s Queen Street.

Bidding is for a limited time only

Opening today, Wednesday 9 April through to noon on Sunday 13 April, you can place your bid here.

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Auction terms and conditions

These terms and conditions apply to everyone participating in Capital Theatres silent auction for the Swan Lake artwork by figurative artist, Hazel Bowman. By placing a bid, you agree to the following

: 1. Definitions

1.1 ‘Lot(s)’ – refers to the item and service offered for bidding at the silent auction.

1.2 ‘Auction’ – refers to the silent auction taking place online from Tuesday 8 April to Sunday 13 April on givetap.co.uk

2. Bidding and Payment

2.1 All bids are final and legally binding. By placing a bid, you agree to pay the full amount to Scottish charity, Capital Theatres if you are the winning bidder.

2.2 The highest bid at the close of the Auction will be deemed the winning bid.

2.3 Payment must be made by noon on Monday 14 April. If this is not possible, payments must be made within 5 working days of the Auction.

2.4 If payment is not received within the specified timeframe, Capital Theatres reserves the right to offer the item to the next highest bidder.

2.5 Capital Theatres accepts the following payment methods:

2.5.1 Electronic bank transfer: Bank of Scotland, The Mound, Edinburgh, Sort Code: 80-20-00, Account number: 00351215

2.5.2 Cheque made payable to Capital Theatres

3. Collection of Item

3.1 The Lot won can be collected from Festival Theatre as soon as payment has been received.

4. Lot Description and payment

4.1 The Lot is described as accurately as possible.

4.2 Once a Lot is won and paid for, no refunds or exchanges will be given.