The 'Open Call Toren van Babel' exhibition at Stedelijk Museum Breda invites visitors to engage with compelling contemporary art. This unique show explores the ancient myth of the Tower of Babel, examining themes of polyphony, confusion of tongues, and the role of language in today's society. Artists from across the Netherlands contribute works spanning various disciplines, including AI, body language, and visual communication. The exhibition offers a multi-voiced narrative, running from November 2026 to May 2027.
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This open call invites artists to submit work exploring contemporary perspectives on the myth of the Tower of Babel and the role of language in society. Selected works will be featured in a group exhibition at Stedelijk Museum Breda from November 2026 to May 2027.
The Bijbels Museum, in collaboration with Stedelijk Museum Breda, is hosting an open call for the exhibition 'Toren van Babel' (Tower of Babel). This initiative seeks contemporary artistic responses to the ancient myth, focusing on themes of polyphony, confusion of tongues, and the multifaceted nature of language in today's society. Artists are encouraged to explore concepts such as AI, body language, visual language, and youth language. The open call is aimed at artists across all disciplines, from emerging talent to experienced professionals residing in the Netherlands. A selection of at least twenty works will be showcased in a group exhibition at Stedelijk Museum Breda, running from 21 November 2026 to 17 May 2027. The project is co-produced by the Bijbels Museum and Stedelijk Museum Breda, emphasizing a multi-voiced narrative about contemporary society.
This page details an open call for artists to submit work, not ticket information for visitors. The exhibition dates are 21 November 2026 to 17 May 2027.
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