Turner Prize-winning artist Jeremy Deller unveils “The Triumph of Art,” a UK-wide performance series starting in Derry-Londonderry and culminating in Trafalgar Square to celebrate the National Gallery’s 200th anniversary in 2025.
Jeremy Deller, the Turner Prize-winning British artist, is renowned for his innovative public artworks that engage communities and provoke thought. In 2025, he is set to present “The Triumph of Art,” a nationwide performance marking the National Gallery’s bicentenary. This ambitious project will unfold across the UK, culminating in a grand event in London’s Trafalgar Square.
The performance is scheduled to commence on 19 April 2025 in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland, with “The Triumph of Music.” This will be followed by “Meet the Gods” in Dundee, Scotland, on 24 May; “Rhuo’r Rhamant / Return of Romance” in Llandudno, Wales, on 21 June; and “Hello Sailor” in Plymouth, England, on 5 July. The series will culminate on 26 July with “The Triumph of Art” in Trafalgar Square, London.
Deller’s work often draws from historical events and cultural phenomena to create immersive experiences. For instance, his 2016 project “We’re Here Because We’re Here” involved thousands of participants across Britain, creating a living memorial to the fallen soldiers of the Battle of the Somme.
In addition to “The Triumph of Art,” Deller has been involved in several exhibitions and projects in 2023. From 10 June to 17 September 2023, he presented “Art Is Magic” at Frac Bretagne in Rennes, France. This exhibition showcased a range of works, including “Folk Archive,” a collaboration with Alan Kane that celebrates British vernacular culture through various media.
Deller’s approach to art is characterized by its engagement with the public and its exploration of social and political themes. His works often challenge traditional notions of art and its role in society, inviting audiences to participate and reflect on contemporary issues.
Source: Noah Wire Services
- https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/about-us/press-and-media/press-releases/the-triumph-of-art-jeremy-deller-commission-for-bicentenary-announces-partners-in-each-nation-of-the-uk – This press release from the National Gallery details the partners involved in ‘The Triumph of Art,’ including The Box in Plymouth, Mostyn in Llandudno, The Playhouse in Derry/Londonderry, and Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design in Dundee, corroborating the information about the project’s UK-wide collaboration.
- https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/exhibitions/across-the-uk/the-triumph-of-art – The National Gallery’s official page outlines the schedule and locations for ‘The Triumph of Art,’ confirming the performance dates and venues across the UK, culminating in Trafalgar Square, London.
- https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2024/08/09/the-triumph-of-art-jeremy-deller-prepares-the-national-gallerys-concluding-bicentenary-celebrations – An article from The Art Newspaper discusses Jeremy Deller’s commission for the National Gallery’s bicentenary celebrations, providing insights into the project’s development and its culmination in Trafalgar Square.
- https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2023/08/18/london-national-gallery-details-200th-anniversary-jeremy-deller-project – This piece from The Art Newspaper provides details about Jeremy Deller’s project for the National Gallery’s 200th anniversary, including the collaboration with various UK institutions and the Trafalgar Square event.
- https://www.theboxplymouth.com/events/special-events/the-triumph-of-art – The Box Plymouth’s event page lists the dates and details of ‘The Triumph of Art’ performances, including the Plymouth event on 5 July and the Trafalgar Square finale on 26 July.
- https://www.artfund.org/our-purpose/news/how-art-fund-is-helping-to-take-the-triumph-of-art-across-the-uk – An article from Art Fund discusses their support for ‘The Triumph of Art,’ highlighting the involvement of regional curators and the project’s national scope.
- https://www.theguardian.com/news/audio/2025/may/05/from-acid-house-to-ancient-rites-jeremy-dellers-enormous-collaborative-unsellable-art-podcast – Please view link – unable to able to access data
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