Top Ten Virtual Shows Across the UK and Ireland
From a critical reimagining of Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Rear Window’ to a research project on the role of photography in the Irish civil rights movement, these are the best shows to stream
As we near the anniversary of lockdown 1.0, there are lots of reasons to feel flat and unmotivated. Nobody knows when public spaces will open up again, nor the long-term effects of this trauma writ large on society. But art can assuage some of the frustrations we’re facing. A host of platforms across the UK and Ireland have devised virtual shows that speak to and guide us out of limbo. Here are ten highlights.
Darren s award-winning image of Oldhamer Danny will now be seen by thousands Date published: 18 January 2021
Darren Robinson s award-winning picture of Oldham s very own Danny Coley
The winners of a photography competition aimed at challenging negative stereotypes of older people will have their work shown to thousands of people from this week.
Six striking images that celebrate the diversity of older people’s lives and their contributions to society will be shown on digital billboards in each of Greater Manchester’s 10 boroughs from today (Monday).
Twelve winning entries in the Old Frame New Picture competition will also feature on a set of postcards and a total of 41 shortlisted images will be displayed in an online exhibition.