A sensory delight

Looking to escape into a different world? Come along to Haegue Yang: Leap Year and explore a trove of immense sensorial works where household objects come to life, light breathes through paper lanterns and monumental blinds, and magical art recalls folk tales from around the globe.

Described as 'surreal, exuberant ... uplifting, festive' by The Telegraph, this captivating exhibition is not to be missed.

Even better: under-30s and Lambeth residents can get tickets for just £9, and under-12s go free!

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Delve deeper

5 things to know about Haegue Yang: Leap Year

Discover the behind-the-scenes stories behind the intriguing sculptures and installations at our latest exhibition, inspired by East Asian traditions and folklore, modernism, contemporary art history and nature.

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Exhibition tours

Take a tour to get closer to the artwork (free with an exhibition ticket).

Curator tours

Wed 27 Nov, 11am: Yung Ma (Senior Curator)

Hayward Gallery tour guide tours

Saturdays at 5pm (spotlight tour) and 6pm (main tour)

Wednesdays at 11am

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Behind the art

Learn the story behind Korean composer Isang Yun's fairytale-inspired piece, which is the inspiration for Haegue Yang's brand new commission.

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Snap a pic

Check out exhibition snapshots from our visitors – some creative inspiration for your next gallery trip!

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Unpacking Haegue Yang

TUE 12 NOV

Curators and writers Ann Coxon and Nav Haq explore the themes of craft, storytelling, histories and cross-cultural dialogues in the work of Haegue Yang.

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Become a member today and get free entry to all our exhibitions, as well as unlocking a whole host of other benefits. Join now for less than £6 a month.

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Header images:

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. Non-Indépliables, nues, 2010/2020. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. Reflected Red-Blue Cubist Dancing Mask, 2018. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. The Randing Intermediates – Underbelly Alienage Duo, 2020. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Other images:

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. Sonic Dress Vehicle – Hulky Head, 2018. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Installation view of Haegue Yang: Leap Year, 2024. Rue Saint-Benoit, 2008. Photo: Mark Blower. Courtesy the artist and the Hayward Gallery.

Haegue Yang, Storage Piece, 2004, in Your Bright Future: 12 Contemporary Artists from Korea, LACMA, Los Angeles, 2009. © Haegue Yang. Photo: 2009 Museum Associates/LACMA. Courtesy of LACMA, Los Angeles.

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