Takataapui performance artist Mika explores the magic of the world's most romantic flower in an exhibition now open at Auckland Museum. The magic of the rose: Mika has a floral love affair The Wonderland: The Magic of the Rose exhibition unravels the fascinating lineage of this flower family and explores fabulous tales of love, passion and secrecy that have made the rose revered by royalty, praised by poets, and enjoyed by gardeners around the world. Mika stars in three digital videos which tell stories of the rose's love, passion and secrecy through cabaret, fable and poetry. The Magic of the Rose is the second chapter in a two-part exhibition exploring the world's most popular flowers. The first chapter, Wonderland: The Mystery of the Orchid, opened in July and was visited by over 20,000 people. "Wonderland is about telling the stories of our favourite flowers in fun and accessible ways," says Auckland Museum director, Dr Vanda Vitali. "The iconic image of the rose has infused itself with art, myth and legend since the dawn of civilization. This is a chance for Aucklanders of all ages to discover the rose's allure in a unique setting." Wonderland: The Magic of the Rose is open at Auckland Museum's Special Exhibitions Hall until April 2010. Mika's three digital videos for the exhibition can be viewed on its official website.
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First published: Friday, 11th December 2009 - 8:09pm