Development of the theatre and performance galleries, 2009
Experiencing Performance, room 104A.
In 2009, the V&A theatre collections were redisplayed in new permanent galleries to provide a new exciting centre for the enjoyment, understanding and study of live performance.
Arranged in 3 main themes - creating performance, staging performance and experiencing performance - the displays include costumes, set models, stage props, original posters and playbills, theatrical prints, paintings, and photographs.
Designer
The gallery was designed by Line Lund from the V&A's Design Department. Her previous work included the exhibition design for Twilight:Photography in the Magic Hour and The Art of Lee Miller.
This development was completed as part of FuturePlan
FuturePlan is transforming the V&A by revitalising visitor facilities and redisplaying the collections. Using the best architects and designers, we are bringing the V&A into the 21st century and restoring modern design and innovation to the heart of the museum.
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Buy nowEvent - Theatre & Performance Galleries Tour
Fri 19 February 2010–Mon 31 December 2012
TOUR: Take a guided tour of the V&A's exciting theatre and performance collections, including rock & pop posters, theatre and ballet costumes, puppets, stage sets and more! See new costumes from the Lion King now on display.
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