On the Town: A Performa Compendium 2016-2021
Published on 6. October 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
390 pages
978-1-941366-35-6 (ISBN)
Description
From demands for racial justice to the discussions around monuments and memorials, On the Town provides a vivid account of current debates through the lens of performance
This book builds on a series of acclaimed Performa drawing content and inspiration from the organization's international biennials and programs. It features projects by more than 100 of the leading artists, choreographers, architects, theater and film directors working today.
On the Town documents the 2017 and 2019 editions of the Performa biennial along with five years of public programs, films and exhibitions touring the globe. Illustrated with performance photos, essays and interviews with the artists, it captures a critical juncture in the evolution of performance.
This book builds on a series of acclaimed Performa drawing content and inspiration from the organization's international biennials and programs. It features projects by more than 100 of the leading artists, choreographers, architects, theater and film directors working today.
On the Town documents the 2017 and 2019 editions of the Performa biennial along with five years of public programs, films and exhibitions touring the globe. Illustrated with performance photos, essays and interviews with the artists, it captures a critical juncture in the evolution of performance.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
210 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 241 mm
Width: 172 mm
Thickness: 22 mm
Weight
873 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-941366-35-6 (9781941366356)
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Schweitzer Classification