Liverpool is set to host the UK premiere of the fantastic Beyond Van Gogh, celebrating the masterpieces of renowned artist Vincent van Gogh. This immersive show brings familiar works to life in an unforgettable cinematic multimedia experience. The exhibition runs from 27 June to 14 July and has frequently completely sold out in other countries, so get your tickets soon and experience this once-in-a-lifetime show in person. Whether you’re travelling to Liverpool especially to see the exhibition or it’s part of a fun-filled getaway, PREMIER SUITES serviced apartments offer the ideal accommodation in Liverpool. We’re ideally located in the heart of the city, a 25-minute walk from the exhibition centre and a shorter walk from the main attractions of the city.
Van Gogh Early Life
Vincent Van Gogh is best known as a tortured artist whose works are familiar and admired worldwide. Vincent was born on March 30 1853, in Zundert, The Netherlands. He was the eldest of six children of a Protestant pastor and had an unremarkable childhood until he was apprenticed to The Hague branch of the art dealers Goupil and Co. He moved to London in 1873, then to Paris in 1867 within which time his outlook on life darkened after his love for a woman was spurned in 1874. He moved to The Netherlands and back to Belgium where in the winter of 1879–80 he experienced the first great spiritual crisis of his life and gave away all his worldly goods. After this time he focused more on his art, perfecting his craft and becoming, after his death, one of the most notorious artists of his generation.
The Art of Van Gogh
The artist is generally considered the greatest of the post-impressionist artists after Rembrandt van Rijn. His artistic career was extremely short, lasting only 10 years from 1880 to 1890 within which he painted 900 paintings, many of which he was in institutions or suffering from mental illness and hardship. The striking colour, unique brushwork, and contoured forms of his work influenced the rise of Expressionism in modern art. Van Gogh’s art became increasingly popular after his death on July 29, 1890 in Auvers-sur-Oise, near Paris, France. His works continue to sell for record-breaking sums, and he has become the centre of many blockbuster touring exhibitions. Because of his well-documented life and letter writing, he has become known as the quintessential tortured artist.
Beyond Van Gogh
Beyond Van Gogh is just one of the touring exhibitions of the famous artists, arguably the most successful and well-known. Produced by Annerin Productions and Paquin Entertainment Group the exhibition combines more than 300 of the icon’s paintings with technology and a specially curated musical soundtrack to tell the story of one of history’s most influential artists. Five million people have enjoyed the exhibition so far across the United States and Canada and it’s coming to the UK with Liverpool as its premier stop. Admire over 300 masterpieces, including recognisable classics such as “The Starry Night”, “Sunflowers” and “Café Terrace at Night”, freed from their frames.
The exhibition takes over the waterfront and the Exhibition Centre Liverpool for a limited run from 27th June to 14th July 2024. It is recommended to pre-book tickets for your preferred date as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Getting to Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Avanti West Coast train operates hourly, directly from London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street. Exhibition Centre Liverpool is a 20-minute walk from Lime Street or a short taxi ride. Most Liverpool city centre bound buses stop at either Queen Square bus station (a 15-minute walk) or Liverpool ONE Bus Station, which is only a five-minute walk to Exhibition Centre Liverpool. For all car journeys, follow the white-on-brown tourist route signs for the Waterfront. Exhibition Centre Liverpool is situated on the Kings Dock directly adjacent to the south side of the Albert Dock. Car parking is clearly signposted. If you’re staying in PREMIER SUITES Liverpool. It’s a 25-minute walk from our location at Hatton Garden and you’ll see some of the best parts of Liverpool along the way. Our team are happy to give you a map or directions to find your way easily.
Opening Hours for the famous Beyond Van Gogh Exhibition are 10am-8pm Monday – Sunday with an immersive Yoga event at 9am each Saturday. Tickets range in price from £13.20 to £26.40. Book the perfect accommodation in PREMIER SUITES Liverpool on our website to guarantee our best available rates.
