Tate Modern: Theatre Picasso Exhibition Tickets

Step into Theatre Picasso at Tate Modern and uncover a lesser-known side of Picasso—his fascination with theatre, movement, and transformation. Marking the 100th anniversary of The Three Dancers, this immersive exhibition is staged by contemporary artist Wu Tsang and curator Enrique Fuenteblanca. Over 45 works—including paintings, sculptures, textiles, and rarely seen pieces from European collections—are presented in a theatrical setting supported by the Huo Family Foundation.

Getting started

Arrive at Tate Modern and show your ticket at the main entrance. Theatre Picasso is located in the George Economou Gallery—follow signs for special exhibitions. Bag checks may be in place, and you may be asked to present ID for ticket verification.

What to expect

Theatre Picasso Exhibition

Designed like a stage set, this exhibition reveals how Picasso turned to theatrical figures—dancers, clowns, bullfighters—to construct a public persona that blended myth, performance, and artistic invention. It offers fresh insight into how he blurred the line between life and art through the idea of ‘performativity’—how identity can be shaped through action.

Features:

• Ballets Russes costumes and set designs: Original stage elements Picasso created for Diaghilev’s iconic company, where cubist forms met choreographed movement.
• The Three Dancers (1925): See this intense, emotionally charged painting in a centenary setting that deepens its theatrical roots.
• Rarely seen works from across Europe: Paintings, sculptures, and works on paper borrowed from leading European collections, many shown in the UK for the first time.
• Themes of identity and performance: Explore how Picasso's artistic identity was crafted through roleplay, spectacle, and self-staging.
• A fully immersive design: The exhibition space itself is transformed into a theatrical environment to heighten your experience.

Tate Modern: Theatre Picasso Exhibition Tickets

Dive into an evocative exploration of Pablo Picasso's mythic artistic persona at Tate Modern, crafted for explorers of modern art, devotees of Picasso’s work, and seekers of cultural enlightenment. This exhibition marks 100 years since the creation of 'The Three Dancers'—a seminal piece that captures conflict, desire, and motion in a single stroke. Featuring over 45 works from various collections across Europe, many never seen before in the UK, this theatrical staging by artist-filmmaker Wu Tsang and writer-curator Enrique Fuenteblanca invites you to immerse yourself in Picasso's world where performers inspired his artistic identity. As you wander through the George Economou Gallery, supported by the Huo Family Foundation, you will uncover rare pieces and iconic works that tell a story of performance as an integral part of Picasso’s creative process. This exhibition weaves storytelling and spectacle, offering memorable encounters to forge deep connections while understanding that art transcends mere observation.

Discovering Tate Modern's Turbine Hall

Access the expansive Turbine Hall at Tate Modern during your visit, showcasing a dynamic space where contemporary art meets architecture. This iconic atrium is an open-air gallery for large-scale installations and performances, inviting you to experience the interplay of light, space, and sound in this vast industrial setting. Explore the hall's towering ceilings and vast dimensions as you navigate through sculptures and interactive pieces that challenge perceptions and spark imagination. Beyond 'Theatre Picasso', the Turbine Hall provides an immersive extension of artistic dialogue, allowing visitors to engage with a diverse range of media and concepts.

Marveling at Tate Modern’s Sculpture Galleries

Experience Tate Modern's sculpture galleries as part of your visit, offering a comprehensive collection that spans modern to contemporary art. These galleries are meticulously curated to highlight the evolution of sculptural forms and materials, presenting works by artists such as Henry Moore, Constantin Brancusi, and Louise Bourgeois. Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship and bold creativity on display, with each piece challenging traditional notions of sculpture and inviting you to contemplate space, form, and materiality in new ways.

Ascending Tate Modern’s Blavatnik Viewing Level

Ascend to Tate Modern's Blavatnik Viewing Level for breathtaking panoramic views across the Thames. This vantage point offers a unique perspective on London’s skyline, with iconic landmarks like The Shard and St Paul’s Cathedral visible in the distance. As you stand atop this architectural marvel, reflect on how Picasso’s works capture similar contrasts of light and shadow, movement and stillness. Enjoy a serene moment to absorb both urban vistas and artistic contemplation.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Theatre Picasso exhibition showcasing Picasso’s mythic persona
• Experience rare pieces never seen in the UK included comprehensively
• Explore George Economou Gallery staging over 45 works spectacularly
• Discover performances’ influence on Picasso’s artistic identity uniquely
• Include Turbine Hall and sculpture galleries for immersive encounters impressively
• Ascend Blavatnik Viewing Level for panoramic views across London authentically

Built for explorers of modern art, Built of Picasso’s work, and seekers of cultural enlightenment, this exhibition invites you to step into the realm where performance meets creation. Join us in uncovering the layers of identity and expression that define Picasso's artistic journey, like a painter's brushstroke capturing fleeting moments on canvas.