Marilyn Monroe Exhibition Unveils Legacy Of Hollywood’s Greatest Legend

Marilyn Monroe
Robyn Foyster Robyn Foyster has been verified by Muck Rack's editorial team

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Jul 30, 2023

In an Australian first exhibition: Marilyn: The Woman Behind the Icon opens at the Sydney Town Hall from 1 July – 24 September 2023.

Currently the largest collection of its kind, the Marilyn Munroe Exhibition will feature over 200 single pieces of personal artifacts and will be the only public opening of this form and variety depicting her life, career, and cultural significance.

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25- Marilyn 1946, photo by Jospeh Jasgur. (c) All copyrights, Ted Stampfer

Through iconic stories, moments and memorabilia, Marilyn: The Woman Behind The Icon, celebrates the personal life of woman who grew up as Norma Jean where she rose from having a difficult childhood to international stardom defined by fame, fortune, and an untimely death.

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24- Marilyn 1946, photoby Jospeh Jasgur.Photo (c) All copyrights, Ted Stampfer (2)

Visitors will have the opportunity to see Marilyn’s handwritten notes, personal letters, and treasured possessions.

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1-Marilyn Monroe fan mail envelopes photo (c) Foto Ted Stampfer Collection

Designed to unlock the mystery behind the iconic phenomenon, the exhibition offers rare insights in her private world and the opportunity to discover the independent and hard-working woman behind it all.

The collection owner and curator, Ted Stampfer, says the exhibition will showcase a journey from Marilyn’s childhood, the rise in the film industry, and the popularity enjoyed throughout her career.

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9- Marilyn Monroe black sweater and capripants (c) Ted Stampfer Collection

“With rare insights and exclusive access to Marilyn’s personal belongings, this exhibition offers a unique glimpse into the private world of this cultural icon,” Stampfer said.

“From humble beginnings to Hollywood stardom, Marilyn Monroe remains an enduring cultural icon, whose life continues to fascinate and intrigue us to this day.

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22d-Marilyn Monroe birthday dress replica (c) Ted Stampfer Collection

Marilyn: The Woman Behind The Icon is a must-see event celebrating the life of the glamorous, fearless and independent cultural icon, Marilyn Monroe.”

Tickets to the exhibition are now on sale for general admission and VIP experiences and is suitable for all ages. For more information, please visit: https://www.marilynexhibition.com.au/

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12a-Marilyn_s white satin shoe. Photo (c) Ted Stampfer Collection

WHAT: WHEN: WHERE: HOW:

Marilyn, The Woman Behind the Icon
1 July – 24 September 2023
Lower Town Hall, Sydney Town Hall
Tickets can be purchased via the website here or at the door

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

By Robyn Foyster Robyn Foyster has been verified by Muck Rack's editorial team

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A multi award-winning journalist and editor and experienced executive, Robyn Foyster has successfully led multiple companies including her own media and tech businesses. She is the editor and owner of Women Love Tech, The Carousel and Game Changers. A passionate advocate for diversity, with a strong track record of supporting and mentoring young women, Robyn is a 2023 Women Leading Tech Champion of Change finalist, 2024 finalist for the Samsung Lizzies IT Awards and 2024 Small Business Awards finalist. A regular speaker on TV, radio and podcasts, Robyn spoke on two panels for SXSW Sydney in 2023 and Intel's 2024 Sales Conference in Vietnam and AI Summit in Australia. She has been a judge for the Telstra Business Awards for 8 years. Voted one of B&T's 30 Most Powerful Women In Media, Robyn was Publisher and Editor of Australia's three biggest flagship magazines - The Weekly, Woman's Day and New Idea and a Seven Network Executive. Her career has taken her from Sydney where she began as a copy girl at Sydney's News Ltd whilst completing a BA in Arts and Government at Sydney University, to London, LA and Auckland. After 16 years abroad, Robyn returned to Sydney as a media executive and was Editor-in-Chief of the country's biggest selling magazine, The Australian Women's Weekly.

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