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Funcheap
2 weeks ago
Design

"World of Willy W*nka" SF's Giant Candyland Game Board Party

Immersive journey inspired by Willy W*nka
Diverse creative activities on a giant Candyland gameboard [ more ]
Berlin Art Link
3 weeks ago
Design

Preview of E-WERK's Two-Day Program | Berlin Art Link

The event explores the concept of saying 'no' in the art world
Focus on resistance, counterculture, and artistic vulnerability [ more ]
Funcheap
3 weeks ago
Design

Femme Noir Art Show: Artist Talk & Spoken Word Performance (Richmond)

Exploration of Black womanhood through visual and performance art.
Event details: April 14th, 2-5pm, featuring visual and spoken word artists. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

Frieze Los Angeles diary: A-listers abound, Koh's coffee break and Bowers's champagne moment

A-listers attended Frieze Los Angeles VIP preview
Artist Terence Koh's immersive coffee-themed performance at Make Room gallery [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago
Design

Nari Ward: the artist using found objects to tell the stories of Harlem and beyond

Nari Ward's sculptural installations address social and political issues through discarded materials.
Ward's work merges performance and sculpture to challenge conventions. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 months ago
Design

Auction of living artist's skin cancelled after collector buys all lots in advance

An auction of a performance artist's tattooed skin has been cancelled after all the pieces were bought by a collector for a seven-figure sum.
The tattoos include the artist's name in Cyrillic and a quote by the Roman philosopher Cicero: 'Dum spiro spero' (while I breathe I hope).
The sale raises ethical and legal challenges related to the production, display, and sale of avant-garde artwork. [ more ]
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AnOther
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Artist Arvida Bystrom Deepfakes Her Own Nudes

Arvida Byström's artwork explores womanhood in the context of the internet, challenging societal norms.
Her latest project involves creating pornographic self-portraits using an ethically questionable AI tool and selling them as real on a subscription site. [ more ]
Music
Document Journal
3 weeks ago
Music

Christeene channels Sinead O'Connor in 'The Lion, The Witch, and The Cobra'

Christeene, aka Christeene Vale, performed Sinéad O'Connor's debut album with Justin Vivian Bond and Peaches.
Christeene's performance relied on the strength of the material and pure energy to support the show. [ more ]
The Ringer
2 months ago
Music

'60 Songs That Explain the '90s': Jay-Z, in the Past Tense

Jay-Z's albums Magna Carta Holy Grail and The Blueprint 3 are discussed in this episode of 60 Songs That Explain the '90s.
The episode also mentions Jay-Z's performance art video for the song 'Picasso Baby' and his song 'D.O.A. (Death of Auto-Tune) [ more ]
Vulture
1 year ago
Music

Solange Is On Her Way to the Ballet

Dance is in the Knowles genes.Look at Beyoncé, paying tribute to disco and house music in all their wonderful permutations on her recent album Renaissance.
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KALTBLUT Magazine
3 weeks ago
Berlin

Naya De Souza: A Queer Voice Echoing Through HAU Berlin - Naya De Souza: A Queer Voice Echoing Through HAU Berlin

Queer icon Naya De Souza brings unique artistic expression blending performance art, comedy, and culinary arts to Berlin's cultural scene.
Naya De Souza's influential voice transcends borders, leaving a footprint in various international cultural institutions and festivals. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
Education

Opinion | On Broadway, Centering' Antiracism Is Delightful

Modern pop culture surprises with depth and diversity in Broadway show Six.
Six delivers lessons in antiracism through diverse female characters set to a captivating score. [ more ]
BK Reader
1 year ago
Education

School's Out! Time to Prevent Learning Loss

June 27- the last day of classes for New York City Public Schools- is only one week away, signaling for students the beginning of summer and also, unfortunately, learning loss.
Queerty
1 month ago
Chicago

Future Ru Girls? 20 Chicago drag queens that have us gooped & gagged

Chicago drag scene has deep roots dating back to the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.
Chicago stands as a hub for diverse drag performers who challenge gender norms. [ more ]
Londonist
1 month ago
London

Artist Will Lie On Tower Bridge's Glass Walkway All Day This Saturday

Anahita Harding will lie on Tower Bridge's glass walkway as part of her performance art titled Peaceful Journeys.
The performance is a commentary on the challenges faced by people with disabilities in London, inspired by the artist's own experiences as a wheelchair user. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
10 months ago
London

London Gallery Weekend 2023: The events taking place and how to attend

L ondon Gallery Weekend is getting ready to kick off with more than 150 of London's leading contemporary galleries coming together for the special occasion.The event celebrates all the culture and creativity that blossoms in London and is the largest event of its kind in the world.Art lovers can expect special exhibitions, late-night openings, family workshops, and more.
Berlin Art Link
1 month ago
Berlin music

Featured Art exhibitions and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Diverse art exhibitions in Berlin featuring varied artists and styles.
Events and performances at multiple galleries showcasing contemporary works. [ more ]
Berlin Art Link
3 months ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

There are various art and film events happening in Berlin from January 17-21, 2024.
Some of the notable events include film screenings, exhibitions, and performances. [ more ]
Berlin Art Link
3 months ago
Berlin

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

There are various art and film events happening in Berlin from January 17-21, 2024.
Some of the notable events include film screenings, exhibitions, and performances. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Forget California exodus. New Jersey residents lead an influx back into the Golden State

New Jersey had more residents move to California in 2022, despite California's population exodus trend.
Korri Sammad, a New Jersey transplant, found opportunities and success in California's performance art scene. [ more ]
Design Milk
2 months ago
Design

A Lamp With a Story, Keeping Count, Marina Abramovic + More

Last Order is a cordless lamp with a design inspired by a light created for the Four Seasons restaurant in New York City.
Marina Abramović's retrospective tome offers a comprehensive look into her life and work through candid interviews and never-before-seen images. [ more ]
Berlin Art Link
2 months ago
Berlin music

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

Cuatro X Cuatro's 'Ein Körper / Desmata' will have its Berlin premiere at Dock 11 with performances from February 8-11.
The opening reception for 'Architecture & Morality. Das HaL baut' will take place at Haus am Lützowplatz on February 9. [ more ]
Berlin Art Link
3 months ago
Berlin food

This week's art openings and events in Berlin | Berlin Art Link

There are various art and film events happening in Berlin from January 17-21, 2024.
Some of the notable events include film screenings, exhibitions, and performances. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

Pope.L, Provocative Performance Artist, Dies at 68

Pope.L, a prominent conceptual and performance artist known for exploring themes of race and class, has passed away at the age of 68.
His work often centered around the experiences of Black Americans and the working class, using shocking and intense performances to provoke thought. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Design

Artist Pope.L, famous for his crawling performances, dies aged 68

American artist Pope.L, known for his performances crawling through the streets, has died at age 68.
Pope.L's first show in the UK at the South London Gallery was critically acclaimed. [ more ]
Mission Local
10 months ago
Mission District

Stuff to do: Subsidized Internet and a summer cultural feast in the Mission

A city program launched in May allows more than 124,000 San Francisco households to enjoy free or low-cost internet services subsidized by the federal government.Yet merely 26 percent of eligible households are taking advantage of the benefits.For those interested in a $30 monthly discount on their Internet bill, go to GetACP.org to check your eligibility.
Brooklyn Paper
11 months ago
Brooklyn

Gone hog wild! Brooklynites baffled by posters looking for lost pet pig * Brooklyn Paper

Photo courtesy of Brett Sayles/Pexels
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Never a boaring day!Brooklynites were left baffled by flyers plastered around Prospect Park claiming a lost pet pig had run away from its owner and was wandering the borough.
Los Angeles Times
11 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Savannah Bananas call ticket resellers 'booger eaters'

(Kent Nishimura / Los Angeles Times)

The Savannah Bananas, the wacky ensemble that turned baseball into performance art, have embarked on a world tour.Turns out the Bananas have something in common with Taylor Swift: Good luck getting a ticket to see either one play this summer.The Bananas play in 33 cities this summer, from Las Vegas to Cooperstown, N.Y.
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
11 months ago
London

London Gallery Weekend announces performance commissions

London Gallery Weekend has announced the artists who will take part in this year's programme of performance art.The new commissions will be shown for free in three locations around the city: Friday 2 June in Piccadilly, central London, Saturday 3 June in Peckham, south London, and Sunday 4 June in Hoxton, east London.
London On The Inside
1 year ago
London

ArtParty Weekender | What's On | London On The Inside

Social Convention are proving that festival season isn't over until they say it is, with ArtParty set to land in town at the end of September.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Varadkar accuses opposition of performative anger' over evictions

The Taoiseach has accused opposition TDs of political theatre and performative anger as the Dail prepares for a confidence vote.The Labour Party tabled a motion of no confidence in the Government over the ending of the evictions ban this week.After a Government amendment, the Dail will vote on a motion that reaffirms its confidence in the Government instead.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
US news

A Texas university president canceled a student drag show, calling it divisive' and misogynistic. First Amendment advocates disagree

A student drag show aimed at raising money for the LGBTQ community was canceled Monday by West Texas A&M University's president, who called such shows derisive, divisive and demoralizing misogyny, drawing backlash from students and free speech advocates.In an email to the school community, university President Walter V. Wendler said drag shows discriminate against womanhood, compared them to blackface and said there was no such thing as a harmless drag show.
Portland Mercury
1 year ago
Portland

Jerkwads, By Someone Else

I've seen on two separate occasions, at two different properties, 3 three blower operators blowing their leaf wads all at the same time.It was cracking hilarious and ridiculous.The three dudes were waving that wand frantically at their leaves, while all in a circle corralling the leaves in a pile.I guess that was pretty talented in a way.
Secret NYC
1 year ago
Books

10 Most Beautiful And Best Libraries In NYC To Spend A Day At

Believe it or not, NYC's libraries are some of the most prestigious around the country (and world for that matter).Whether you're looking for somewhere to curl up with your new book, or want somewhere lesser known to admire architecture, there's plenty of places to do it!From the famous New York Public Library in Midtown to lesser known (but equally beautiful) spots, you're sure to be in awe when you see the detailing and book collections these places have to offer.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

Eight key collaborations and projects by contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama

Following Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama's latest collaboration with fashion brand Louis Vuitton, we have collected eight projects and collaborations featuring her trademark colourful polka dots.At almost 94 years old, Kusama is widely considered to be one of the world's most successful living artists, with a portfolio ranging from installations, sculptures and performance art to fashion, painting and video.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
World politics

Activist who removed Banksy mural from Kyiv suburb could face prison, police say.

An activist who removed a mural painted by the reclusive British street artist Banksy from a war-ravaged building in a Kyiv suburb could face up to a dozen years in prison for theft, the Ukrainian authorities said in a statement released on Facebook.The mural, showing a woman in a bathrobe wearing a gas mask and holding a fire extinguisher, garnered widespread attention when it appeared in the Kyiv suburb of Hostomel in November.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Photography

Jimmy DeSana, Downtown Pioneer and Provocateur, Goes Mainstream

A list of things Jimmy DeSana photographed  shoes, sofas, legs and butts  misses his true subject, which was a sensibility.He regarded the body as a playground, gender as an ongoing invention, and domestic interiors as surreal constructions.He had a queer take on life.A familiar presence on the downtown New York scene, DeSana has been largely overlooked since his death in 1990, at 40, of AIDS-related illnesses.
Nytimes
1 year ago
New York City

Making a Meal of the Philadelphia Fringe Festival

A handful of works deal with the many questions of nourishment and nurture.How we feed.How we are fed.
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kvue.com
1 year ago
Austin

Meet the candidates running for mayor of Austin

Current mayor Steve Adler has reached his term limit and cannot run for re-election.AUSTIN, Texas - It may not feel like it, but the November election is right around the corner.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
World politics

Banksy's works near Kyiv have inspired Ukraine. But did one activist go too far?

Another stenciled painting, of a child defeating a Vladimir Putin-like character in a judo match, in Borodianka.Credit...Brendan Hoffman for The New York Times Another mural by Banksy, depicting a man in a bathtub, in Horenka, on the outskirts of Kyiv.Credit...Oleg Petrasyuk/EPA, via Shutterstock KYIV, Ukraine  Many Ukrainians saw messages of defiance and resilience in the seven artworks painted last month by Banksy, the British street artist, on war-ravaged buildings in and around Kyiv.
www.npr.org
1 year ago
Books

Celeste Ng makes the case for art as a weapon against oppression in her new novel

Celeste Ng's Our Missing Hearts is not exactly dystopian or alternate history, as many events described in her latest novel have in fact happened, or are thinly disguised versions of real-life tragedies.
the Guardian
1 year ago
Europe news

Ukraine won back territory and support, but Russia will test the west's resolve again | Keir Giles

very human being liberated from Russia's savage occupation represents a victory for Ukraine.But the continuing liberation of occupied territories is vitally important outside Ukraine too.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Lions fans get into wild street fight following heartbreaking loss to Eagles (Video)

The NFL is back and so are the wild and crazy antics of NFL fans.
In Week 1, Lions fans supplied an early entry for most WTF fan fight of the season.
Nytimes
1 year ago
New York City

Spider Webb, Tattoo Artist With a Defiant Streak, Dies at 78

Part of a generation that brought serious art credentials to tattooing, he campaigned to overturn a ban in New York and helped the form gain acceptance.
the Guardian
1 year ago
London

Killer heels and dancehall queens: Brent biennial brings queer cheer to a brutal city

ocal museums can only dream of the audience appeal achieved by artist Linett Kamala's exhibition Disya Dancehall.
London On The Inside
1 year ago
London

Greenwich+Docklands International Festival | News | London on the Inside

London's leading free festival of outdoor theatre and performance art, Greenwich+Docklands International Festival, is back for 2022 and has just announced this year's highlights.
Nytimes
1 year ago
New York City

'Going Down a Flight of Stairs Into the Station, I Saw a Tiny Coffee Shop'

Trading places underground, unexpected sidewalk commentary and more reader tales of New York City in this week's Metropolitan Diary.
Dear Diary:
Portland Mercury
1 year ago
Portland

TBA Review: Four Hilarious Things That Happened at Takahiro Yamamoto's "NOTHINGBEING"

"Oh, the performance has started," Allie Hankins said, interrupting our conversation.
time.com
1 year ago
OMG science

Russia Angers the World With Space Station War Propaganda

It was only eight years ago that German space station astronaut Alexander Gerst threatened, as he put it, to kick his crewmate's butt.
Design Milk
1 year ago
Design

Color Therapy: Our Favorite Modern Finds Inspired by Yves Klein Blue

In 1928, iconic French artist Yves Klein was born in Nice.
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