May's Tate Modern Late showcases and celebrates creative communities from across the south of the capital.
Programme
Performance: James Massiah presents Adult Entertainment
South Tank, Blavatnik Building, Level 0
19.00-21.30
James Massiah is a poet & musician from South London whose work explores ideas about sexuality, morality & hedonism through performance, writing & visual media. Join James and special guests for a unique edition of his ongoing event series Adult Entertainment, which combines literary readings and performance with curated DJ sets and live music.
Film: Them Ones presents South 16
Starr Cinema, Natalie Bell Building, Level 1
18.30-21.00
Curated by Them Ones, these 16mm films chronicle the rhythmic and tender spirit of South London’s communities.
We the Ragamuffin (1992)
Filled with undeniable style and the vibrations of local sound systems, Julian Henriques' musical odyssey is an energetic declaration of Dancehall culture, filmed on the North Peckham Estate.
Adura Baba Mi (2024)
Blending footage of London and Nigeria and set to a soundtrack of Yorùbá hymns and gospel, Juliana Kasumu traces the bonds between parent and child through intimate recollections by her father, a religious leader within the Celestial Church of Christ, and her mother, his once devoted wife.
Street 66 (2018)
Ayo Akingbade chronicles the life of late Ghanaian housing activist Dora Boatemah MBE and her influence on the regeneration of Angell Town Estate in Brixton. Central to Boatemah's fight for better housing conditions was the right of tenants to vote on the future of their own estates.
Play: Ludi Club with Home Radio
Terrace Bar, Blavatnik Building, Level 1
18.00–21.30
Home Radio's beloved Ludi Club - a staple in South London's creative community - takes over the Terrace Bar with an evening of fun, laughter and friendly competition. Join them for Ludi (Jamaican Ludo) and Dominoes games. Open to all ages.
Music: Programmed by TheGRIN.io
Bridge, Turbine Hall, Level 1
18.00–21.30
Head to the Bridge for an immersive, high-energy dance environment. DJ Z Lovecraft brings his eclectic, lounge‑tinged electronic sets with breakbeat and techno influences, whilst DJ Serenda delivers hypnotic, house‑to‑techno sets that lean into deep, soulful energy.
Music: Programmed by TheGRIN.io
Corner Bar, Natalie Bell Building, Level 1
18.00–21.30
Relax in the Corner Bar with DJ Anja Ngozi spinning an eclectic blend of jazz, dub and soulful lo‑fi beats with touches of noise, ambient and high‑tempo footwork.
10 Minute Talks
Various times, throughout the building
Join Ten Minute Talks and meet volunteers from across Tate who bring our artworks to life as they share personal insights and fresh perspectives into works from the collection.
19.00 on Sir Anthony Caro’s Table Piece CCLXVI
Natalie Bell Building, Level 2, inside In the Studio: Studio Practice
19.15 on Andy Warhol's Marilyn Diptych
Natalie Bell Building, Level 2, inside In the Studio: Conservation Studio
19.30 on Gerhard Richter’s Cage (1) - (6)
Natalie Bell Building, Level 2, inside Artist & Society
19.30 on Sir Anthony Caro’s Table Piece CCLXVI
Natalie Bell Building, Level 2, inside In the Studio: Studio Practice
19.45 on Andy Warhol's Marilyn Diptych
Natalie Bell Building, Level 2, inside In the Studio: Conservation Studio
20.00 on Mark Bradford’s Los Moscos
Natalie Bell Building, Level 4, inside Media Networks
African Heritage Tour*
Meet at the Level 2 tour meeting point in the Natalie Bell Building, at the entrance to In The Studio
19.00-20.00
Join us for an African Heritage Tour at Tate Modern. Discover artworks that celebrate and explore African and Caribbean heritage, culture and history. Our guides will lead you through a curated selection of artworks, offering fresh insights and inspiring stories behind each one. Please be aware this tour may reference slavery, violence and racism.
*Requires a free ticket, available to book from 11.00 on Friday 29 May
Food and drink
Head to the Corner Bar and Terrace Bar for cocktails, craft beers and wines.
Plus find plenty of non-alcoholic options at all our bars, and delicious food in the Corner Bar and at our pop-up bars in the Turbine Hall.
Corner Bar: Natalie Bell Building, Level 1
Terrace Bar: Blavatnik Building, Level 1
Pop-up Bars: Turbine Hall, Level 0 & Bridge, Level 1
All Tate Modern entrances are step-free. You can enter via the Turbine Hall and into the Natalie Bell Building on Holland Street, or into the Blavatnik Building on Sumner street.There are lifts to every floor of the Blavatnik and Natalie Bell buildings. Alternatively you can take the stairs.
- Fully accessible toilets are located on every floor on the concourses.
- A quiet room is available to use in the Natalie Bell Building on Level 4.
- Ear defenders can be borrowed from the Ticket desks.
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