Somerset House hosts the Step Inside 25 Weekend to celebrate its 25th public opening anniversary. The event unveils aspects of its 18th-century complex and showcases the creative community within. Notable installations include Tai Shani's The Spell or The Dream in the courtyard and Gaika's Tomb of the Sophists in the Portico Rooms. Nick Ryan's The VoiceLine will be unveiled in the subterranean Deadhouse. Additionally, the first cohort of artistic innovators receiving bursaries from Somerset House will present their work, mentored by Yinka Ilori.
The Step Inside 25 Weekend at Somerset House celebrates 25 years of public opening with interactive events showcasing hidden aspects of the 18th-century complex and resident artists.
Tai Shani will present The Spell or The Dream, addressing themes of fairytales, in the courtyard, while Gaika will create a sculptural and sonic installation in the Portico Rooms.
Nick Ryan will showcase The VoiceLine, an audio storytelling instrument, in the Deadhouse, an underground space; rare public access will enhance the experience for visitors.
A new initiative will spotlight artistic innovators with bursaries, led by the artist Yinka Ilori, to support their creative development and visibility in the Somerset House community.
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