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Dance at Nuit Blanche 2009

There is a huge influx of dance events, manifested in myriad forms, at this year’s Nuit Blanche. I’ve already published my picks for Zone A, Zone B and Zone C, but if you’re a fan of dance — be it watching or participating — be sure to check out the programs highlighted below. (Images and [...]

By Marissa | Posted 28 09 2009 in recommendation | Tagged , , , | Comments (0)

Who is Dudeck’s Messiah?

In the past, art’s marriage to religion was paradoxically logical, functioning as a tool of communication and even intimidation—bullying to incite belief. But where, in the last two hundred years, when art has transcended its relationship with the church, does art fit into this niche anymore? What is left to believe in? The configuration of [...]

By Marissa | Posted 12 04 2009 in review | Tagged , , | Comments (0)

Public Space: Improv/Art

Art in public spaces is one of my areas of interest in studying critical theory. Catching people off guard with an impromptu performance is clever, immediate and impactful. In one of the best public-space/improv performaces I’ve seen in a long time, Improv Everywhere freezes Grand Central Station for five minutes. Watch the video. I could [...]

By Marissa | Posted 1 02 2008 in review | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments (0)