British Art Show 10: A Chorus of Strangers

19 June – 19 September 2027

In 2027 Bristol will stage one of the UK's most significant touring art exhibitions - the British Art Show 10. Across four brilliant Bristol venues, discover the work of over 30 artists, spotlighting some of the most exciting art made in the UK over the past five years.

Where to see it

The exhibition will be hosted by:

About the exhibition

Curated by Ekow Eshun, A Chorus of Strangers will bring together the work of over 30 artists, to make us think about how art can challenge fears of otherness and difference.

The show is organised around three interwoven themes:

  • Moments of Being
  • Ways of Living
  • States of Nature

Together, they respond to the world we're living in right now. How we are shaped by social division, climate uncertainty and political tension and asks how art can help us imagine empathy, connection and shared futures.

The artists

Okiki Akinfe, Alex Margo Arden, Liz Johnson Artur, Alvaro Barrington, Shiraz Bayjoo, Lubna Chowdhary, Shawanda Corbett, Jesse Darling, Ufuoma Essi, Joy Gerrard, Louise Giovanelli, Hannah Quinlan and Rosie Hastings, Kudzanai-Violet Hwami, Nnena Kalu, Jasleen Kaur, Christina Kimeze, Julian Knxx, Matthew Krishanu, Alastair Mackinven, Melanie Manchot, Lindsey Mendick, Emma McNally, Dala Nasser, Jack O'Brien, Nengi Omuku, Precious Okoyomon, Hannah Perry, Mohammed Sami, Rae-Yen Song, Emma Talbot, Nicole Wermers and Osman Yousefzada.

Get involved

Are you a Bristol-based artist, arts organisation or collective? Sign up for the BAS10 Community Mailing List to find out more and get involved.

Partners and supporters

A Hayward Gallery Touring exhibition organised in collaboration with galleries across the cities of Coventry, Swansea, Bristol, Sheffield and Newcastle.

 

Where can you see the exhibition?

Find out more about the venues where you'll be able to see British Art Show 10 in Bristol

Royal West of England Academy

The RWA is the UK's only Royal Academy of Art housed in its own, original, purpose-built gallery. Located in a Grade II* listed building in the heart of Bristol, the RWA offers a year-round exhibition programme, showcasing both…

Arnolfini

Arnolfini galleries are open, Tuesday to Sunday, 11am to 6pm, each week. Entry to exhibitions is free of charge, with donations always welcome, and visitors have the option to book in advance via the website. Arnolfini is a centre for…

Spike Island

Spike Island is an international centre for the development of contemporary art, home to a gallery, café and working space for artists, designers and creative businesses. A vibrant hub for production, presentation and debate, Spike…

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery tells stories about the world, from the beginning of time to the present day. Nineteen galleries over three floors reveal fascinating cultures, ancient civilisations, human invention and creativity, as well…

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