The iconic festival returns with a new edition of electrifying shows in the spectacular central London courtyard
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Read the first of our Get Up, Stand Up Now artist Q&As as writer Bridget Minamore interviews artist Lavar Munroe
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A major exhibition exploring the irresistible force of cuteness in contemporary culture.
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Over five days artists from across the globe came together with Studios residents to celebrate contemporary electronic and experimental music and the makers behind it.
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We are inviting businesses to apply to become an accredited supplier for commercial events at Somerset House.
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A night of horror and sci-fi from Jordan Peele and John Carpenter, bringing together two films that draw back the curtain on the hidden power structures shaping our world.
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Artist combining and remixing different aspects of visual art, music and performance.
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Four monumental sculptures by Marc Quinn presented in The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court.
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Discover how traditional forms of chess, billiards and mazes continue to influence designers making exciting new games today.
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Berghaus’s installation proposes a walk in the wilderness to reconnect with our emotional selves.
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As The Matrix celebrates its 20th anniversary with our screening, we revisit the year of the film’s release and ask: Was 1999 the greatest year in modern movie history?
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Internationally renowned drag artist Crystal joined us to share some of her creative career highlights to date
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Presenting highlights from this year’s shortlist of contemporary illustration, entered by emerging & established talent to the Association of Illustrators’ annual competition.
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A homecoming exhibition of the British-Moroccan artist, showcasing his vibrant fusion of contemporary cultures through new and celebrated works.
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Demystify process, get hands on and develop a specialist skill at designer led evening activities and gallery lates.
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In association with 24/7, the next in our series of quarterly masterclasses takes on the topic of self and surveillance, with artist, filmmaker and researcher Manu Luksch.
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Moving images, stories and songs about planetary problems, below and above.
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Saxophonist Ben Vince speaks with musician, DJ and close collaborator Coby Sey. ahead of the premiere of new work for ASSEMBLY 2020.
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Adding to the international flavours in this year’s Summer Series, Bomba Estéreo deserve to be your new favourite band.
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