Marina Abramović takes on London this autumn, featuring exhibitions and talks at the city's top institutions
Get ready for a double dose of Marina Abramović's artistry in London this autumn. She'll be showcasing her work at both the Royal Academy of Arts and the Southbank Centre, along with engaging conversations.
Image: Marina Abramović, Four Crosses: The Evil (positive), 2019. Corian, aluminum, iron, oak with LED panels, 550 x 357 x 29 cm. Courtesy of the Marina Abramović Archives. © Marina Abramović
Marina Abramović, a trailblazing artist and pioneer in performance art, is gracing London with a series of extraordinary events throughout the autumn. Immerse yourself in her groundbreaking work at the Royal Academy of Arts' first major solo exhibition, showcasing five decades of her artistic journey. Experience the Institute Takeover at the Southbank Centre, an event that promises an intimate glimpse into the world of durational performances. Join Abramović and author Katya Tylevich as they unravel the pages of Marina Abramović: A Visual Biography, offering an intriguing unparalleled insights into her life and artistry.
Marina Abramović at the Royal Academy of Arts
Marina Abramović Exhibition
The Royal Academy of Arts proudly presents Marina Abramović's first major solo exhibition in the UK. Delve into her pioneering performance art that has revolutionised the mainstream over five decades. Witness a comprehensive display of her practice, featuring photos, videos, installations, and live re-performances of iconic pieces. Abramović's transition from a painter to a performance art icon in the 1970s introduced repetitive, endurance-based actions as her focal point. Explore her relentless push against the boundaries of the live body in art and her exploration of existential and social elements.
Date: 23 September 2023 - 1 January 2024. Time: 10.00am - 6.00pm. Location: Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD. Price: £25.50 - £27.50. Book now.
Image: Marina Abramović, The Hero, 2001. Single Channel Video (black and white, sound); 14 minutes, 19 seconds. Courtesy of the Marina Abramović Archives. © Marina Abramović.
Curator Talk with Marina Abramović
Join curator Andrea Tarsia and Marina Abramović in a discussion about her meticulously curated exhibition at the Royal Academy, exploring pivotal career moments and the future of performance art.
Date: 27 September 2023. Time: 6.30pm - 7.45pm. Location:The Benjamin West Lecture Theatre, Royal Academy of Arts, Burlington House, Piccadilly, London W1J 0BD. Price: £25/£15 in person or £10/£8 online. Book now.
Marina Abramović at the Southbank Centre
A Visual Biography: Marina Abramović in Conversation with Katya Tylevich
Marina Abramović and author Katya Tylevich will discuss their upcoming book, Marina Abramović: A Visual Biography. Explore Abramović's life and art through unseen images, personal archives, and insightful interviews. The blurred lines between artist and art come to life in this unforgettable journey.
Date: 1 October 2023. Time: 7:30pm. Location: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX. Price: £15 - £25. Book now.
Image: Marina Abramovic book cover image.
Marina Abramović Institute Takeover
Witness a complete transformation of the Queen Elizabeth Hall into a realm of durational performances curated by Marina Abramović and the Marina Abramović Institute (MAI). Experience site-specific, long-durational pieces by diverse artists, encapsulating endurance, presence, and audience engagement.Get backstage access to dressing rooms, green rooms, and the auditorium, and immerse yourself in the artistry of this unparalleled event.
Date: 4 - 8 October 2023. Time: Wednesday - Friday at 6.00pm, Saturday & Sunday at Noon & 4.00pm. Location: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, Foyer, and backstage. Price: £60. Book now.