Four artists could see their work be part of the major retrospective exhibition coming to Birkenhead, Wirral this year, celebrating Paul O’Grady.
You Gotta Get a Gimmick: Paul O’Grady Story will open at Williamson Art Gallery on 4th December 2026, and run until late 2027. An open call launches today until 24 July for new works by LGBTQIA+ artists that will feature in the show, exploring Paul O’Grady’s extraordinary contribution to British culture, LGBTQIA+ history, animal welfare, children’s literacy, broadcasting and the performing arts.
Proposals should create an artistic response that celebrates and preserves Paul’s legacy, life and contribution to British cultural life. While rooted in his importance to LGBTQIA+ history, proposals may also explore his impact as a broadcaster, performer, author, campaigner for animal welfare, advocate for children and literacy, and champion of working-class voices. The commissioned artwork will join the Williamson Art Gallery’s permanent collection, exploring Paul’s lasting impact on British culture, LGBTQIA+ representation, animal welfare, children’s creativity and reading, broadcasting, performance and community life.
The commissions will engage with the themes of the exhibition and Wirral’s wider LGBTQIA+ heritage.
Closing Date: Friday 24th July 2026
Company/Organisation: Williamson Art Gallery
Opportunity URL: https://www.switchflicker.co.uk/news/the-paul-ogrady-story-commissions/
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