Rolling Stones exhibition to head to Australia in 2018

The Rolling Stones’ first ever major exhibition, Exhibitionism, will make its Australian debut at the new International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney in November 2018.

Following its star-studded London season, which attracted rave reviews and drew huge crowds, Exhibitionism was secured exclusively for Sydney by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW, in conjunction with iEC Exhibitions! and TEG Live.

Exhibitionism is the largest touring experience of its kind ever to be staged, and the first time in history the band has unlocked their vast private archive.

Originated and produced by Australian-based iEC Exhibitions!, led by directors Tony Cochrane, the former Chairman of V8 Supercars, and Thea Jeanes-Cochrane, Exhibitionism has the full participation of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood.

This highly immersive and interactive exhibition explores the Stones’ extraordinary career with over 500 original items, spanning fashion, art, film and recordings. From their most cherished instruments, onstage and off stage clothes, valuable works of art and handwritten lyric books to personal diaries, recordings, unseen film and photos, a screening cinema and interactive recording studio, that culminate into an exciting and powerful backstage-to-onstage 3D concert experience.

Curator Ileen Gallagher explains “this was such a unique opportunity to collaborate with the band and get their insights into the project.

“The quotes on the wall and all of the text in the exhibition is in the voice of the band or people who work very closely with them. You’re actually having the band tell you what happened at the time.”

The original works of key collaborators who helped to make the band not just musical but cultural icons are also on show, including Andy Warhol, John Pasche, who designed the band’s iconic tongue logo, fashion designers Ossie Clark and Alexander McQueen, artist Shepard Fairey, producer Don Was, and film director Martin Scorsese.

When Exhibitionism launched at London’s famed Saatchi Gallery in April, Cochrane was uncertain as to whether the exhibition will come to Australia as part of its world tour.

Now NSW Premier Mike Baird looks forward to the event coming to Sydney, stating “we’re pleased the greatest rock band of all time has selected Sydney as the only Australian stop on the global tour of their exhibition.”

TEG Chief Executive Geoff Jones said Exhibitionism would be a forerunner in the entertainment sector where lifetime experiences that could be shared are a major drawcard.

Jones explained “The Rolling Stones have such longevity and an enduring fascination as cultural icons, so the audience appeal is almost unlimited.

“When we first discussed this concept with Destination NSW we all knew there would be many people who would instantly say it was a ‘must see’ event.

iEC Exhibitions! Founding Director and Managing Partner Thea Jeanes-Cochrane added “Exhibitionism is the ultimate experience for Rolling Stones fans but also for anyone interested in art and design, fashion, film and the artistry of music. The size and scale of Exhibitionism is unprecedented, and required a very large and unique venue space.”

Exhibitionism is the largest touring experience of its kind to be staged by any band or artist, and continues the Stones’ proud tradition of ground-breaking innovation combined with the highest production values.

Exhibitionism, delivered by DHL, will open at ICC Sydney in November 2018.

For more information go www.stonesexhibitionism.com 

Images courtesy of iEC.

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