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Highlights
- Discover Ragnar Kjartansson's first significant Australian exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria, showcasing eight engaging video and film installations.
- Explore powerful works that merge music, theatre, humour, and repetition to uncover deeply human stories and emotions.
- View acclaimed installations such as The Visitors, Scenes from Western Culture, and the title work Mercy by Ragnar Kjartansson.
- Gain NGV entry along with access to Ragnar Kjartansson's Mercy exhibition. Children enter for free; family options are available. Concessions apply for eligible holders, plus benefits for NGV members.
Your Experience
Explore the creative universe of Icelandic contemporary artist Ragnar Kjartansson. His renowned video installations blend music, theatre, performance, and cinematic storytelling to explore themes such as love, humor, melancholy, and everyday rituals.
Getting started
Please arrive at National Gallery of Victoria for your designated 4pm entry time. Your ticket grants you a one-hour timed visit to Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy, allowing you to explore the exhibition independently and leisurely.
- Eight engaging video installations await as you discover eight major works spanning over two decades of Kjartansson's career. These pieces draw from music videos, opera, ballet, performance art, and cinema to transform familiar emotions into fascinating visual experiences.
- Witness internationally celebrated masterpieces such as the nine-screen installation The Visitors, Scenes from Western Culture, No Tomorrow, Me and My Mother, and the early work Mercy, which lends its name to the exhibition.
- The fusion of art, music, and performance is evident through repetition, live performances, humor, and carefully choreographed compositions. Kjartansson smoothly blurs boundaries between visual art and performance, encouraging visitors to contemplate love, identity, memory, and the human condition.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entry to Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy exhibition
- Entry to National Gallery of Victoria
- 1 hour viewing time allocated for entry at 4pm
- Free admission for children when accompanied by an adult ticket purchase
- Complimentary member ticket (subject to membership level and allocation)
- Discounted tickets available for members if free allocations are exhausted
- Concession pricing offered to eligible card holders
- Family ticket option includes entry for 2 adults + 3 children
- The complimentary membership pass does not cover the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® shows.
- Members receive no more than a single free exhibit entry annually based on their Membership duration.
- Exclusive deals linked to the member's complimentary admission are excluded.
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Bring a valid photo ID for ticket verification if requested.
- Arrive at National Gallery of Victoria by 4pm to ensure timely entry into Ragnar Kjartansson: Mercy exhibition.
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear, as you'll be walking through multiple gallery spaces during your visit.
- Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed; consider using the cloakroom facilities if available.
- Avoid bringing food or drinks into exhibition galleries to comply with NGV policies.
- Remember that flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and professional filming equipment are prohibited inside the gallery.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
Frequently asked questions
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Booking FAQs
Bring a valid photo ID if requested during ticket verification. Wear comfortable clothing and footwear, as you'll spend time walking through multiple gallery spaces. Bring a refillable water bottle; refill stations are available inside the gallery.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage. Food and drinks inside exhibition galleries. Pets, except registered assistance animals. Flash photography, tripods, selfie sticks, and professional filming equipment. Smoking and e-cigarettes anywhere inside the gallery.
NGV International is fully wheelchair accessible with lifts and ramps throughout. Accessible restrooms are available. Assistance dogs are welcome. Exhibition Access Guides and Sensory Guides are available for visitors with accessibility or sensory requirements. Access aids such as fidget devices, magnifiers, and coloured overlays can be borrowed free of charge.
Facilities: Parents room. Cafés and dining options are available within NGV (purchases not included). The exhibition follows a set pathway through the galleries. Entry by 4pm is recommended to enjoy the full one-hour experience before gallery closing. Weekday visits generally offer a quieter viewing experience.
Yes, you may be asked to show a valid photo ID during ticket verification.
Wear comfortable clothing and footwear as you'll spend time walking through multiple gallery spaces.
Large bags, suitcases, oversized luggage, food, drinks, pets (except registered assistance animals), flash photography equipment like tripods and selfie sticks are not allowed in the gallery spaces.
Yes, your child can enjoy free entry when you buy an adult ticket to this exhibition.
Members may receive discounted tickets if the free allocation is exhausted. Free member tickets are subject to membership level and availability, excluding Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® exhibitions.
Your ticket includes entry to both the exhibition and National Gallery of Victoria with a one-hour viewing time for your selected 4pm slot, as well as free child entries.
No, while you have a timed entry, all visitors must go through mandatory security checks upon arrival at the gallery.
The exhibition offers a one-hour viewing window starting from your selected 4pm entry slot. If you're running late, it's best to contact NGV directly as they may not be able to accommodate delays.
Flash photography and tripods are prohibited in exhibition galleries; please respect these rules while capturing memories of your visit.
Yes, discounts may be offered to members if free allocations have been used up. Concessions apply based on eligibility and availability.