Vincent van Gogh Lesson

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo, vwo
• Leerjaar 1

Reading Practice:

The van Gogh Exhibition

Experience Van Gogh’s Art Like Never Before in London

The Van Gogh Immersive Experience in London is a very popular event. It has been so popular that more and more dates to visit the exhibition are being added. So far, there has been no sign of interest in the show slowing down, and ticket sales are still at an all-time high.

This exhibition is not like a normal art gallery. You won’t just see paintings hanging on white walls. Instead, you will walk inside the art of Vincent Van Gogh, one of the most famous painters in history. Thanks to modern technology, you can even feel like you are living a day in his life. There is also a special virtual reality (VR) part that makes the experience feel real. It’s a fun mix of art and technology that you will remember for a long time. After seeing this, you might want all exhibitions to be this exciting!

Do you like Vincent van Gogh's art?
Why / Why not?

The van Gogh Experience is coming to the Netherlands this month. Would you like to go? Explain your answer!

If you haven’t visited yet, now is a great time. You have probably already heard about it or thought about going. The event was first planned to end in early 2022, but because so many people enjoyed it, it has stayed open much longer.

The exhibition is at 106 Commercial Street in East London. This old building has been changed into a colorful and exciting space. You will see Van Gogh’s artwork come alive with lights and sounds. His famous paintings cover the walls around you using dozens of digital projectors and VR headsets.

The van Gogh exhibit ended in 2022

1. True
2. False

The exhibition is in an old building in East London.

1. True
2. False

You can see the real van Gogh paintings in this exhibition.

1. True
2. False

The event is divided into three parts. First, you will see a wall of beautiful sunflowers — perfect for taking photos! Then, you will learn about Van Gogh’s life and art. His paintings move and change with animation, so you feel like you are inside them. For example, you can look up at the stars in Starry Night or watch birds flying through Wheatfield with Crows. One of the best parts is the VR experience. You will travel through eight of Van Gogh’s famous paintings. It starts in his bedroom in Arles and takes you to peaceful fields and starry skies. If you buy a VIP ticket, the VR is included. If not, you can still pay to try it when you arrive.

Which of the following statements best describes the structure of the exhibition?

1. Visitors only see paintings in a quiet gallery room.
2. The exhibition starts with Van Gogh’s bedroom and ends with a wall of sunflowers.
3. The experience includes a photo area, animated artworks, and an optional VR journey.
4. All parts of the experience are only available to VIP ticketholders.

What is the purpose of including the Virtual Reality experience in the exhibition?

1. To let visitors explore the city of Arles in real life
2. To provide a break from walking through the exhibit
3. To give a guided tour of Van Gogh’s museum in Amsterdam
4. To let people feel like they are inside Van Gogh’s paintings and world

At the end of the visit, you’ll enter a large room full of light, color, and sound. Van Gogh’s paintings are shown all around you in a 360-degree show. You can sit in comfy chairs and relax while you watch. Many people spend a long time here just enjoying the view.

So, what are you waiting for? Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is open until October at 106 Commercial Street. Don’t miss this amazing chance to step inside the art of Van Gogh!

Why do you think people spend so much time in the 360-degree room?

If you could design your own Immersive Experience Exhibition, which artist/book/movie would you choose? Why would you choose this one?

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