Queertopia Presents: Tate Modern Frida Kahlo Tour

Discover the extraordinary story of how Frida Kahlo became one of the most influential artists of all time, and a cultural phenomenon A tour by Nigel Chapelle culminating in a visit to the Frida Kahlo exhibition. Details about the exhibition from the Tate Modern website below: Frida: The Making of an Icon will showcase over 30 of Kahlo’s most iconic works that introduce her ‘many selves’ – the dedicated wife, the intellectual, the modern artist, and the political activist. Alongside treasured garments, jewellery, photographs and memorabilia, there are over 200 works by her contemporaries and the artists she inspired from later generations, celebrating her lasting impact on those who continue to reimagine and reclaim her remarkable story. The show will culminate by exploring ‘Fridamania’. Kahlo’s transformation into a global brand will feature more than 200 commercial objects that encompass her art, image, style and persona. Encounter a journey entirely unique to this fearless, revolutionary artist, one that offers a fascinating insight into the transformative power of Frida’s life and work, the intriguing notion of fandom and the diversity of communities who claim her as their own. Ticket costs go towards refreshments and keeping incredible community workshops and events like this going. Content Guidence: Some artwork contains emotive imagery and refrence to potentially difficult themes. If this is a concern please feel free to contact us for more information. Photography and filming: Photos and videos may be taken for content. If you do not wish to be captured, please tell a team member on arrival. Accessibility: If you have any accessibility needs, email us in advance and we'll support you.