Tate Modern has unveiled a series of underground galleries housed in the disused oil tanks beneath Bankside that are dedicated to live art, performance, installation and film works.
The galleries open tomorrow with a piece by Korean artist Sung Hwan Kim that is part of the London 2012 Festival and runs until 28 October.
The development, by architects Herzog & de Meuron, is the first phase of a £215m project that will also see a new building adjoining the former power station, increasing the museum’s size by 60%.
Over three quarters of the capital costs have now been raised. Donations include £50m from the UK Government, £7m from The Greater London Authority, as well as support from Tate members, and a number of private contributions.
The galleries open tomorrow with a piece by Korean artist Sung Hwan Kim that is part of the London 2012 Festival and runs until 28 October.
The development, by architects Herzog & de Meuron, is the first phase of a £215m project that will also see a new building adjoining the former power station, increasing the museum’s size by 60%.
Over three quarters of the capital costs have now been raised. Donations include £50m from the UK Government, £7m from The Greater London Authority, as well as support from Tate members, and a number of private contributions.
