Through his innovative choreography and visionary creative direction, Tony Adigun transformed The National Gallery into a living, breathing canvas of art and movement. Collaborating with producer Emma McFarland and leveraging the gallery’s iconic works and architecture, Adigun drew inspiration from pieces like Joseph Wright of Derby’s An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump and the Portico to craft two striking VR180 dance films. Featuring Krumper Theo ‘Godson’ Oloyade, contemporary dancer Ajani Johnson-Goffe, Sara Augieras, and Sam Ford, these films seamlessly combined classical artistry with modern technology.

Building on the success of these films, Adigun extended his vision into an immersive live performance that guided audiences through the gallery’s spaces. This performance incorporated expanded versions of the duets, new choreographed segments, and live vocals to create a multi-dimensional experience. With dancers like Stefano Addae, Remi Black, and Emma-Louise Stansall bringing his choreography to life, Adigun redefined the boundaries of movement and storytelling in a historical and artistic setting.