8 Must-See Exhibitions for Winter 2024
Visiting a well-curated exhibition has the ability to expand your mindset and offer a cultural exploration and education in ways that some other forms of media can’t. There are a range of exciting exhibitions for the gworls so that when you are outside this winter season, you can add to your arsenal of random nuggets of knowledge because let’s be real, developing your party trick constantly is a necessity this time of year! So here is a round-up of some must-see events that you wouldn’t want to miss:
1
Windrush: Portraits of a Pioneering Generation
at The National Portrait Gallery
9 Oct 2023 - 1 April 2024
Albeit brief, this experience is guaranteed to leave a lasting impact on you. The artists capture the essence of these Caribbean heroes so beautifully and it’s a perfect opportunity to learn their stories and celebrate what they represent for an entire generation.
2
Re-imagining Musicals
at V&A Museum
Reopening 1 Dec 2023
It’s only right that this display is making a comeback - especially during the Christmas season because it’s bound to have you feeling festive in a special way. You’re very likely to sing show tunes at the top of your lungs as you voyage through the various musicals that have revolutionised the world of theatre. From Hamilton to Hairspray, be prepared to step into a “glittering world” filled with creativity, colour and charisma!
3
David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)
at Lightroom
22 Feb 2023 - Present
Cozy up for a breathtaking experience that celebrates the life and work of renowned artist, David Hockney. The large-scale projection of Hockney’s art helps to bring a gravitas to his sixty year career and will most definitely inspire you to consider new perspectives when embracing the world and all the beauty it still has to offer.
4
Disney100
at ExCel London
13 Oct 2023 - Present
A deep-dive into Disney’s history as a beloved brand and company. With a host of gadgets and gizmos ranging from scripts used on the set of Mary Poppins to Captain America’s shield, the exhibition is sprawled across 20,000 square foot and is worth every step. Find yourself transported to a whole new world as you reminisce on key elements of the Disney story that might have shaped a lot of children memories. Nostalgia at an all-time high!
5
BBC Earth Experience
at The Daikin Centre
30 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2024
Jaw-dropping. Breathtaking. Eye opening. Just a few words past and present visitors have used to describe this multi-screen, digital experience. With aims to celebrate the diversity of the planet while accompanied by narration by Sir David Attenborough, the nature girlies are guaranteed to have a blast!
6
REBEL: 30 Years of London Fashion
at The Design Museum
16 Sep 2023 - 11 Feb 2024
“This landmark exhibition is one of the most wide-ranging surveys of contemporary fashion culture ever staged in the UK” - coming straight from the horse’s mouth. London as a fashion capital has always been heralded for its fresh take on new trends and its ability to set new ones. This exhibition is a celebration of this with styles from icons like Erdem and Simone Rocha boldly on display at the Kensington-based museum.
7
Women in Revolt! Art and Activism in the UK 1970-1990
at Tate Britain
8 Nov 2023 - 7 April 2024
A newbie on these exhibition streets, critics have referred to it as “a marvellously rich exhibition” boasting of contributions by over 100 women artists who work in the UK. For a group of people who were oftentimes left out of artistic spaces, this exhibition serves as a reminder of the power in creativity and the strong messages that can reverberate across generations, driving a true sense of change in a myriad of ways.
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DIVA
at V&A Museum
24 June 2023 - 7 April 2024
Beauty. Glamour. The crème de la crème of craftsmanship - both through the legends represented and all that went into curating such a stunning exhibition. From the moment you are invited to step through the navy blue curtains, you are immediately transported via the accompanying sounds that commemorate musical moments and the thoughtful layout that enables you to journey across opera, stage, popular music and film. The exhibition is a beautiful tribute to the illustrious achievements of icons like Josephine Baker, Maria Callas, Whitney Houston, Beyoncé and more.
So there you have it, even further evidence of how London is constantly buzzing with life and activity. Here’s hoping you enjoy any one of these exhibitions and oh! don’t forget to avoid the gift shops - extortionate prices should be a crime.