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The Triumph of Art

To help celebrate their bicentenary The National Gallery has commissioned Jeremy Deller to create an event ‘The Triumph of Art’ that celebrates festivals, gatherings and art in public places as part of a major UK-wide work. 

This project includes events in Derry / Londonderry, Plymouth, Llandudno and Dundee culminating in a massive event in Trafalgar Square in July. But it all kicks off here. Live at the Guildhall square as we have been officially picked to celebrate 'The Triumph of Music.'

Jeremy is known for his award-winning experiential art. Art that takes away the barriers for participation and creates unique and powerful events that live long in the public consciousness. 

From recreating the battles between the miners and the police with his 2001 piece The Battle of Orgreave to his touching nationwide remembrance of the Somme ‘We’re Here Because We’re Here’ (2016), Deller always creates something unique and memorable.

What will he have in store this time? Come along to the Guildhall Square on Saturday the 19th of April and find out. You won’t want to miss being a part of this.

Come celebrate the 'Triumph of Music.'

Jeremy Deller said,

“I’m looking forward to working with partners across all four nations to create something epic to mark the Gallery’s 200 years.”

Emily Stone, Project Curator at the National Gallery, said,

“We couldn’t have found better partners to work with for this commission – they represent a fantastic combination of history and heritage, and emerging talent. Researching places of joy and gathering has unearthed some very exciting ideas that showcase both individuality and common ground across the UK. We’re excited to bring together local communities with an unparalleled celebration in Trafalgar Square.

Kevin Murphy CEO at The Playhouse, said,

"We are delighted to be working with the National Gallery and Jeremy at such an important juncture with the forthcoming bicentenary. Anniversaries enable us to look back and to look forward, and to build for the better on our shared cultural heritage. For us at The Playhouse it's an opportunity to begin a new creative journey with colleagues from the National Gallery and fellow organisations across these nations and to bring distinctive creative voices from Northern Ireland to the fore. We want to play our part in this local and national conversation and celebration".

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