Get ready for Body Worlds at O2 as Dr Gunther von Hagens bring his third amazing installation to London. Full of his groundbreaking science exhibits, the exhibition of Body Worlds at O2 comes hot on the heels of Tutankhamun, the smash hit visitor attraction held at the arena in 2007 and 2008.
With old and mummified bodies proving to be a huge draw with Londoners, the exhibition of Body Worlds at O2 is sure to be just as successful. The difference between the two shows is that Body Worlds and the Mirror of Time features amazing preserved human and animal bodies that have been coated in plastic, rather than wrapped up in muslin.
Using the latest scientific advancements Dr Gunther has created another series of fantastic body sculptures using parts of the human body, such as bone, tissue and ligaments, that have been plastinated. Perfectly preserved in their organic state, these are the kinds of things you can expect to see on display with Body Worlds at O2 Arena.
The first Body Worlds exhibition came to Earls Court back in 2006, and Dr Gunther has since installed his body slices on permanent show at the Wellcome Collection. Having taken his unusual exhibitions all over the world, the premiere of his new show will be with the unveiling of Body Worlds at O2 later on this year.
Each of the Body Worlds shows has taken a difference aspect to its show, and for the new exhibition on show at the O2, the theme is all about the aging process and how it affects the human and animal body. Taking the journey of human life right from the start of conception up until death, Body Worlds and the Mirror of Time examines the effects that life has on the body, and how cells, bone, muscles, blood and skin all continues to change in an effort to help preserve and maintain life.
Certain to be one of the most unusual and exciting exhibitions in London this year, Body Worlds at O2 also fulfills a very important scientific function. By alllowing Dr Gunther and his scientists access to these bodies that are specifically donated to his cause, the anatomist can learn valuable scientific lessons. Rather than dwell on the mortality of human life, the scientist hopes that everyone who visits the exhibition will be inspired by the amazing structure that is the body, and will take away a desire to live life to the full.
Location
The O2 Arena is a new music and sports venue in London part of The O2 entertainment complex being developed in and around the Millennium Dome.
There really could be no more perfect place to site a major entertainment destination than on the banks of the River Thames at Greenwich. By whatever means guests choose to arrive they can do so with ease.
Transport
Please note that The O2 encourages environmentally sustainable travel choices and you are strongly recommended to use one of the variety of public transport options shown below.
By Tube
Underground: North Greenwich- Jubilee Line - The O2 Arena is a short walk
By Docklands Light Railway
DLT Stations: Canary Wharf & Canning Town - connect to the Jubilee Line
By Rail
BR Stations:
Stratford & West Ham - connect to the Jubilee Line
Greenwich - DLR to Canary Wharf - connect to the Jubilee Line, or walk. Greenwich is approx 20 minutes on foot from the venue.
By River
The Thames Clipper service running from Savoy Pier adjacent to Waterloo Bridge, via Blackfriars, London Bridge, Canary Wharf & Greenwich, will service The O2 Arena by a scheduled stop at Queen Elizabeth II Pier The boats have a bar on board, your ticket is for a return journey, but not for a timed departure. Boarding is on a first come, first served basis and subject to availability of capacity. To check out the sailing times, visit www.thamesclippers.com.
By Cycle
Various cycle routes lead up the Greenwich peninsula to the venue, where cycle racks are available.
If you have to drive...
By Car
The M25 orbital road offers easy access to the venue
Parking
The Peninsula and other areas of Greenwich is a Controlled Parking Zone and there is no parking on the roads surrounding The O2.
The O2 has 2000+ parking spaces. You are advised to pre-book your parking ticket. No overnight parking.
Age Restrictions
ALL CHILDREN & JUVENILES UNDER THE AGE OF 14 YEARS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A RESPONSIBLE ADULT OVER THE AGE OF 18 YEARS – UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN & JUVENILES UNDER THE AGE OF 14 WILL NOT BE ADMITTED & WILL NOT RECEIVE A REFUND. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CARRY PHOTO ID WITH PROOF OF AGE.
THERE ARE NO CHILD REDUCTIONS – ALL PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 14 ATTENDING THE EVENT MUST BE IN POSSESSION OF A FULL PRICED TICKET
NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED TO UNDER 14’S IN BREACH OF ABOVE CONDITIONS OF PURCHASE.
The promoter & venue do not recommend subjecting children to loud music over a sustained period of time. Events may be age restricted and it is the responsibility of the ticket holder to check before purchasing. Except for shows specifically aimed at children, accompanying adults should be confident that the child will not cause disruption to other audience members or they may be asked to leave the auditorium of the venue.
General Rules
For legal reasons alcohol may only be consumed within premises that hold a relevant license, customers must stay within the demise of the premises where they bought the drink.
The 02 is a non smoking building.
No food or drink is permitted to be brought into the venue. A variety of food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available for purchase.
The use of unauthorised cameras, video or sound recording equipment (including without limitation, mobile phones or other devices used for such purpose), is prohibited and such items may be confiscated.
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