Factory International

Factory International

David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)
Step into the world of the legendary artist David Hockney in this bold and bright immersive exhibition
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What's On ↓
A still from All Of This Unreal Time, with Cillian Murphy walking towards the camera in a long, straight tunnel with green metal walls.
7 December
All of This Unreal Time
Cillian Murphy stars in this mesmerising film by Aoife McArdle and Max Porter. The screening is followed by a live performance from Aaron and Bryce Dessner and Jon Hopkins.
Silhouette of a person against a vibrant blue background. There is a stark contrast between the dark shadow and the bright blue backdrop.
8 December
Blue Now
A new live performance of Derek Jarman’s cinematic masterpiece, featuring Travis Alabanza, Julie Hesmondhalgh, Jay Bernard and Joelle Taylor.
A group of dancers stood in a line with their arms extended forward, moving in blurred motion. The lighting is dim, casting dramatic shadows.
19 - 22 February 2025
Figures in Extinction
The culmination of an award-winning dance trilogy exploring the age of disconnection

Opening Hours

With a venue like ours, every night is different. Make sure to check our opening hours ahead of your visit to get the most up to date times.

  1. Wednesday 4 Dec
    10AM – 10PM
  2. Thursday 5 Dec
    10AM – 9PM
  3. Friday 6 Dec
    10AM – 11PM
  4. Saturday 7 Dec
    10AM – 11PM
  5. Sunday 8 Dec
    10AM – 11PM
  6. Monday 9 Dec
    Closed
  7. Tuesday 10 Dec
    10AM – 11PM

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Explore online

  • Factory Settings

    Switch on and step into Factory Settings and access a whole new dimension to Aviva Studios through inventive and playful virtual experiences.

  • Dream Space Podcast

    What does art have the power or potential to do, when we allow ourselves to dream? We explore this in our new podcast, hosted by Gemma Cairney.

  • Editor in Residence

    Factory+ commissions some of the most exciting voices in contemporary writing to explore a selection of themes.

  • In the Studio

    Watch our video series where artists and collectives show us the space where their ideas come to life.

  • Games

    Play games and experiences by some of the most exciting artists working in the digital field.

  • Factory Works

    A new audio artwork and accompanying film by Neville Gabie – created with Nabihah Iqbal, Mark Thomas and the Aviva Studios construction workers.

  • Talks

    Watch our selection of talks and discussions from artists from across the programme of Factory International and MIF.
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