Via Europe a la Carte on FlickrArt & Photography / NewsArt & Photography / NewsThe story of Tracey Emin’s bed is being turned into a comedyIn Bed with Tracey Emin will be one-off surreal special exploring how the artist created her iconic workShareLink copied ✔️December 5, 2019December 5, 2019TextJulia Czub In 1998, Tracey Emin created her infamous art installation, “My Bed”, which represented her most miserable post-breakup episode. Now, this emblematic work is to be revisited again, surprisingly via comedy. According to Deadline, the story of the artwork’s creation will be turned into a one-off TV special, called In Bed with Tracey Emin. The comedy-drama – directed by James De Frond – will focus on the period that inspired Emin’s installation and her process of creating the piece, and is set to star Morgana Robinson as Emin. Despite being shortlisted for the Turner Prize, “My Bed” caused enormous media controversy. Even now, after almost 22 years, Emin’s very personal installation is still known as one of the most provocative pieces in Britain’s art world. Her work displayed an unmade, stained bed with vodka bottles, cigarettes, and used condoms scattered around it. The piece represented the four days she spent in bed after a break-up, spiralling into despair and depression. In Bed with Tracey Emin will air on Sky as part of Urban Myths, a series that features ambiguous stories from the history of pop culture, such as Princess Diana’s night out with Freddie Mercury. Filming for the show starts in December and will air on Sky Arts in 2020. In the meantime, you can read Dazed’s guide to Tracey Emin in preparation. Escape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy Expand your creative community and connect with 15,000 creatives from around the world.READ MOREArt shows to leave the house for in May 20267 artists to have on your radar at Gallery Weekend Berlin 2026The most loved photo stories of April 2026In pictures: The intimate artefacts left behind in cruising spots PolaroidThree Dazed Clubbers on documenting a complete digital detoxSensual, sun-kissed photos of Mediterranean beaches In pictures: 24 hours in Barcelona’s hardcore sceneKYOTOGRAPHIE 2026: Inside Japan’s epic photography festivalThis exhibition takes us inside the mythic world of kendoA trip inside Toronto’s thriving art sceneUnfiltered photos from inside Tokyo’s fading love hotelsAn unflinching photo book about young motherhood, addiction and careEscape the algorithm! Get The DropEmail address SIGN UP Get must-see stories direct to your inbox every weekday. Privacy policy Thank you. You have been subscribed Privacy policy