Alnoor Mitha to curate 2016 Colombo Art Biennale with theme 'Conceiving Space'

Alnoor Mitha has been selected as curator for the fourth Colombo Art Biennale, scheduled to open on 25 November 2016. The event, Sri Lanka's premier international contemporary art festival, will explore the theme 'Conceiving Space'. Mitha holds a position as senior research fellow in Asian Cultures at MIRIAD, a research centre affiliated with Manchester School of Art and Manchester Metropolitan University. His appointment marks a key development for the biennale, which aims to showcase contemporary art on a global stage. The biennale's focus on spatial concepts is expected to attract international attention and participation. Mitha's academic background in Asian cultures positions him to bring a nuanced perspective to the curation. The announcement was made public in June 2016, setting the stage for preparations leading up to the November opening. This edition continues the biennale's mission of fostering artistic dialogue and cultural exchange in Sri Lanka.