“My National Gallery”, a new Exhibition on Screen film created in celebration of the bicentenary of the National Gallery, London, is being shown at the Drill Hall Chepstow on Thursday 13 June, 7.30pm. The National Gallery of London is one of the world’s greatest art galleries. It is full of famous masterpieces, an endless resource of history, an endless source of stories. But whose stories are told? Which art has the most impact and on whom? The power of great art lies in its ability to communicate with anyone, no matter their art historical knowledge, their background, their beliefs. 

This film gives voice to those whose lives have been touched by the Gallery – devoted staff from security guard to director, everyday visitor to world class experts, celebrities and members of the royal family -  all let us in to their deeply personal connection with the National Gallery, making for some heart-warming, moving and surprising stories. Each identifies the one artwork which means the most to them, with this diverse cross section of society making fascinating choices of both well-known masterpieces and hidden gems. Together they paint a unique portrait of this iconic British institution for its 200th birthday. Their stories are used as a lens through which to explore the 200-year history of the National Gallery and what the future may hold for this spectacular space.

Tickets, £10, can be booked in advance on line at www.drillhallchepstow.co.uk, or bought at the door from 6.45pm. Exhibition on Screen films are brought to the Drill Hall by and in support of MonLife Heritage Museums.