The countdown is on to the arrival of the world's largest LEGO exhibition inspired by Justice League superheroes and villains.

Artist Nathan Sawaya will soon be on his way to the capital to debut over two millions pieces of LEGO and 120 works of art including the likes of Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman.

The Art of the Brick: DC Super Heroes will take stage on London's South Bank on March 1.

Nathan Sawaya became the first artist ever to use LEGO in the art world

Together with Warner Bros and DC Entertainment, through a series of immersive galleries characters and vehicles, the good versus evil exhibit will include a number of showstoppers.

Visitors will embark on a 80 year historical journey through the collection of artworks including a life-size Batmobile at 5.5 metres and built from half a million pieces, an incredible Batman and Superman as well as the Joker and Harley Quinn.

The Batmobile is made up of half a million LEGO bricks

“Just like Superman, we all have our own story. This art collection is based on the elements of the journey of a super hero, including the moment in which we are all called to the adventure,” explains Sawaya.

Peter van Roden, senior vice president, Global Themed Entertainment, Warner Bros. Consumer Products, added: “We are incredibly excited to continue our partnership with Nathan on this unique and fascinating global touring exhibition, that combines DC icons with LEGO, in an immersive entertainment experience.

“Whether you’re a comic fan, a LEGO fan, or an art fan, there is something for everyone in this signature exhibition.”

Batman made of LEGO bricks

The exhibit will be open daily from March 1 from 10am to 6pm (Sunday); 10am to 6pm (Sunday to Wednesday); 10am to 8pm (Thursday) and 10am to 7pm (Friday and Saturday).

Last admission is one hour before closing.

Opening week all tickets cost £10 (March 1-6).

Joker made up of LEGO bricks

For all other days tickets cost adult (£16.50); child aged four to 16 (£11); concessions (£12.50) and family, group and school discounts are available.

Tickets can be bought online from The Art of the Brick: DC Super Heroes or call 0333 247 0620.

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