Experience Komoróczky Tamás’s SHOWCASE in Budapest’s Móricz Zsigmond Square Underpass
A hidden gem awaits art lovers beneath one of Buda’s busiest intersections. Between January 22 and February 16, visitors can explore SHOWCASE [Ten Notes on a Summer’s Day], a site-specific installation by renowned Hungarian artist Tamás Komoróczky. The exhibition transforms three formerly unused shop windows of the Móricz Zsigmond Square underpass into a unique visual and conceptual artwork.
A musical concept brought to life through space
Presented by the 1111 Gallery, this pop-up exhibition builds on the idea of a “song cycle.” Just like a musical composition made of interwoven melodies, Komoróczky’s installation blends three window spaces into one continuous visual rhythm. The subtitle Ten Notes on a Summer’s Day was inspired by an iconic 1986 piece from the anarcho-punk band Crass, reflecting on anti-fascist, anti-capitalist, and anti-authoritarian themes.
Komoróczky’s work invites visitors to slow down and reimagine the experience of an everyday space. The installation turns the narrow, low halls of the underpass into a stage of imagination and critical reflection—encouraging us to rethink the relationship between humanity, technology, and artistic expression.
About the artist
Tamás Komoróczky (born 1963) represents one of the key figures of Hungary’s contemporary art scene. After graduating from the Hungarian University of Fine Arts, he worked across painting, mural art, video, and installation. He was a founding member of the legendary Újlak Group and exhibited at renowned venues such as the Venice Biennale and São Paulo Biennale, as well as the Hungarian National Gallery and Ludwig Museum.
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In his art, conceptual thinking meets visual experimentation, creating immersive environments that mix elements from literature, music, and philosophy.
Visit details
The installation is visible free of charge through the shop windows located near Exit “I” of the Móricz Zsigmond Square underpass. The project was made possible with the support of the Budapest City Hall.
For more information, visit the 1111 Gallery’s Facebook page.
Dates: January 22 – February 16, 2025
Location: Móricz Zsigmond körtér underpass, Shop windows near Exit “I”, District XI, Budapest
Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply passing by, take a moment to pause—SHOWCASE invites you to see the underground in a new light.