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Adriano Pedrosa's 'Foreigners Everywhere' at 60th Venice Biennale Examines Migration and Marginalization

opinion-review · 2026-04-20

The 60th Venice Biennale showcases Adriano Pedrosa's exhibition 'Foreigners Everywhere,' which delves into themes of migration, marginalization, and identity through a variety of artistic perspectives. As the inaugural South American curator, Pedrosa presents both contemporary pieces and historical segments known as 'Nucleo Storico,' emphasizing global modernisms. Featured artists include those from the Global South, Indigenous groups, queer individuals, and outsider creators, exhibited in the International Pavilion and the Arsenale. Key video installations consist of Marco Scotini's 'Disobedience Archive,' Charmaine Poh's portrayal of lesbian couples, Fred Kuwornu's 'We Were Here,' and Bouchra Khalili's 'The Mapping Journey Project.' The Biennale is scheduled from 20 April to 24 November 2024, amid political tensions involving Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Tunisian President Kais Saied.

Key facts

  • Adriano Pedrosa is the first South American curator of the Venice Biennale
  • The exhibition 'Foreigners Everywhere' runs from 20 April to 24 November 2024
  • Works are displayed in the International Pavilion (Giardini) and the Arsenale
  • The show includes a 'Nucleo Storico' section focusing on global modernisms
  • Video works feature prominently, including projects by Marco Scotini and Bouchra Khalili
  • The display system in the Arsenale references Brazilian architect Lina Bo Bardi's design for MASP
  • Previous Biennale curator Cecilia Alemani presented 'The Milk of Dreams'
  • Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni signed migration accords with Tunisia during opening week

Entities

Artists

  • Adriano Pedrosa
  • Marco Scotini
  • Charmaine Poh
  • Fred Kuwornu
  • Bouchra Khalili
  • Aycoobo
  • Cecilia Alemani
  • Lina Bo Bardi
  • Ludwig Wittgenstein

Institutions

  • Venice Biennale
  • MASP (Museu de Arte de São Paulo)
  • ArtReview

Locations

  • Venice
  • Italy
  • Giardini
  • Arsenale
  • São Paulo
  • Brazil
  • Singapore
  • Morocco
  • Afghanistan
  • Somalia
  • Europe
  • Middle East
  • North Africa
  • Tunisia
  • South America
  • Global South
  • Colombia

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