13th Havana Biennial Opens with 170 Artists from 45 Countries, Expanding to Five Cuban Cities

The 13th Havana Biennial, titled 'The Construction of the Possible', commenced on April 12, showcasing an updated approach that reflects contemporary socio-political and environmental issues. Curated by Cuban critics Nelson Herrera Ysla and Jorge Noceda Sánchez, the event explores how we perceive the modern world, incorporating themes of memory, society, history, and identity. A significant change this year is its expansion to other cities in Cuba, including Pinar del Río, Matanzas, Cienfuegos, Sancti Spíritus, and Camagüey. The biennial addresses topics such as architecture, urban environments, ecology, gender, and migration, emphasizing art as a tool for collective thought amid escalating threats like nuclear conflict, racism, and environmental crises. Around 170 artists from 45 nations are involved, featuring talents like Sara Ramo, Tania Candiani, and René Francisco Rodríguez.