Simon Callow Reads Dante's Inferno

On the occasion of the exhibition Robert Rauschenberg, Simon gives a public reading of excerpts from Inferno, the first part of Dante Alighieri’s 14th century epic poem The Divine Comedy.

Widely considered one of the greatest works of literature, Inferno tells of Dante’s journey through the nine circles of Hell guided by the ancient Roman poet Virgil. He witnesses a terrifying catalogue of punishments, an education that exposes him to the consequences of turning away from God’s grace.

This unique event sees Simon take to the stage to tell this dramatic story through selected readings alongside projections of Rauschenberg’s pioneering illustrations.

10 February 2017 at 18.30-20.00

Tate Modern

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