Whitechapel Gallery, Zilikha Auditorium
Whitechapel Gallery, 77-82 Whitechapel High Street, London, E1 7QX -
Up to
96 guests
Founded over 120 years ago with a mission to ‘bring great art to the people of East London’, the Whitechapel Gallery’s beautiful historic building now houses nine galleries, a restaurant, an auditorium, and two studio spaces dedicated to education and research.
When you walk through our doors you follow the footsteps of modern masters such as Pablo Picasso, Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko and Frida Kahlo to pioneering contemporaries such as Zarina Bhimji, Sophie Calle, Theaster Gates, Emily Jacir and Michael Rakowitz, all of whom premiered at the Whitechapel Gallery.
We are pleased to open up our versatile spaces to those looking for a unique setting for their away day, evening reception or hybrid event under the expert guidance of our dedicated event planner.
By choosing the Whitechapel Gallery for your event you are directly supporting the internationally-recognised work of the Gallery and helping us to enrich the lives of more people through access to contemporary art.
With its unique seating designed by Turner Prize nominee Liam Gillick, The Zilkha Auditorium & Studio is a work of art in its own right. This injection of colour into our large and comfortable theatre space makes it well suited to inspiring discussion or panel debate.
The space benefits from cinema quality projection and comes equipped with a Full HD digital projector and 5.1 Surround Sound. The option to live stream events is also available with full technical support.
Capacity & layout
Theatre
up to 96
Amenities
Cloakroom
Disabled access
Air conditioning
Stage
Audio & visual
Sound system
Projector & screen
WiFi
Space rules
Cancellation policy
50% refundable 7 days before the event
Location
Reviews
Charlie Jackson
November 2024I recently visited Whitechapel Gallery in East London, and it was an enriching experience. The gallery is a hidden gem, showcasing an excellent selection of contemporary art in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The exhibitions were diverse, ranging from cutting-edge installations to thought-provoking visual art, and I was particularly impressed by the variety of mediums and artists featured.The space itself is bright and open, with plenty of room to move around and engage with the artwork. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, providing great insights into the exhibitions. I also enjoyed the café in the gallery, which offered a nice place to relax after exploring the exhibits.Overall, I highly recommend Whitechapel Gallery for anyone interested in contemporary art. It's a great place to discover new artists and enjoy a well-curated art experience in a less crowded setting.
