Theatre Picasso at Tate Modern

Tate Modern

Available from 17 September 2025 to 12 April 2026

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Pablo Picasso had a deep fascination with performers—their ability to shift identities and captivate audiences profoundly influenced his art. Dancers, entertainers, and bullfighters were not just subjects of his paintings; they also inspired the creation of his own carefully crafted public image: Picasso, the Artist.

Theatre Picasso details:

  • Dates: 17th September 2025 – 12th April 2026
  • Suitable for: All ages
  • Wheelchair access: Yes

About Theatre Picasso

To commemorate 100 years since the creation of The Three Dancers, this groundbreaking exhibition—conceived by acclaimed contemporary artist Wu Tsang and writer-curator Enrique Fuenteblanca—offers a fresh perspective on Picasso’s legacy.

The gallery will be reimagined as a theatrical stage, showcasing more than 45 works from Tate’s collection alongside significant loans from across Europe. The display spans paintings, sculptures, textiles, and works on paper, including several pieces never before exhibited in the UK.

Picasso’s self-fashioned persona helped cultivate a mythic image of himself as both a revered figure and a rebellious outsider.

This exhibition explores that duality through the lens of modern ideas about performativity—the concept that identity is shaped through actions and expression. His performative identity not only defined his career but continues to influence how we perceive the role of the artist today.

Tate Modern

Bankside,
London,
SE1 9TG
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Address: Tate Modern, Bankside, London, SE1 9TG

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By Public Transport:

Bus: Routes 40, 63, 100, 381 and 344 drop off near the venue.
Train: The closest train stations are Blackfriars, Cannon Street, London Bridge and Waterloo.
Tube: The closest tube stations are Southwark (Jubilee line), Blackfriars (District and Circle line) and St. Paul's (Central line)
Parking: There are no parking facilities at Tate Modern or the surrounding areas. Public transport is recommended, as it is the easiest way of getting to the gallery. 

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible

Yes, the Tate Modern Museum in London is wheelchair accessible and the team are very passionate about being a completely inclusive attraction. 

Although sister galleries, the Tate museums have distinguishable elements.

  • Tate Britain: Primarily focusing on British art, the Tate Britain is filled with art from the 1500's to the present day.
  • Tate Modern: The Tate Modern concentrates on producing exhibitions filled with international modern and contemporary art. 

The opening hours for the Tate Modern are as follows:

  • Monday to Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
  • Last Entry: 17:30
  • Galleries Closing: 17:50