Anton Corbijn: exhibition opening party
January 23, 20:00–2:00
When a legend like Anton Corbijn comes to Estonia, he deserves a legendary welcome.
On the evening of 23 January, Fotografiska opens a major retrospective celebrating Corbijn – a show that honors both the photographer’s 70th birthday and 50 years of creative mastery in music, film, and culture.
The exhibition features over 200 works, bringing to Tallinn the visual world that has captivated music fans and shaped the industry across generations. From Joy Division, U2, The Rolling Stones, Depeche Mode, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Prince, to Brainstorm, every frame reveals someone iconic through Corbijn’s signature moody lens.
A powerful video room amplifies the experience, showcasing Corbijn’s videography and legendary music videos that have inspired multiple generations. His legacy in music is rock-solid, and now it’s time to celebrate it.
Exhibition opening party January 23
On 23 January, we leave behind the dull gray of winter and mark the exhibition opening with an evening that is far more than a simple handshake and cake.
In the exhibition hall, surrounded by Corbijn’s works, DJs Raul Saaremets, Siim Nestor, and Heidy Purga will spin records. Musical surprises come from Kitty Florentine, performing a piece inspired by artists captured by Corbijn, ranging from harp to electronic music. The night also includes a spectacular surprise performance in honor of the master himself.
And Corbijn? Tristan Priimägi will interview him live, drawing out the most fascinating stories about his art and life.
* The party kicks off at 20:00 and the music and energy continue until 02:00.
* Everything happens at the Anton Corbijn exhibition hall.
* Early Bird until Christmas:
Early Bird (until 23 December): €25 (single) / €40 (double)
Late Bird (from 24 December): €35 (single) / €50 (double)
At the door: €40 (single)
Note: While the opening night promises a fantastic party, autographs will not be available. To meet Corbijn and get signed items, join the public Muusikanõunikud podcast recording on 24 January at 16:00, followed by a half-hour signing session of related books, posters, and vinyl records available for purchase on-site.
Anton Corbijn in Tallinn
The opening of Anton Corbijn’s exhibition brings a full program of special events to Fotografiska.
Opening weekend begins on Thursday, 22 January at 18:00 with the live podcast recording featuring Brainstorm, followed at 19:00 by a Corbijn-themed dinner at the restaurant and the first preview of the upcoming exhibition.
On Friday, 23 January at 16:00, visitors can join the exhibition’s only guided tour led by Corbijn himself. Later that evening at 20:00, the museum will transform into a live music venue as the exhibition officially opens with a blast.
On Saturday, 24 January at 16:00, a live recording of the Muusikanõunikud podcast with Corbijn will take place, launching the Corbijn Sessions – a series of Corbijn-focused events running throughout the exhibition period.
The exhibition will be open to the public with a regular museum ticket starting Saturday, 24 January.
Muusikavideo režissöör: Anton Corbijn
Header: U2, Dublin, 1991 © Anton Corbijn