Australian Exhibitions Defy Global Cancellations Amid Pandemic

Despite cancellations due to the coronavirus, several significant exhibitions are taking place in Australia. The Biennale of Sydney, named NIRIN and curated by Brook Andrew, is set to launch on 14 March and will continue until 8 June, featuring over 100 artists, including Anna Boghiguian and Zanele Muholi. The term NIRIN translates to 'edge' in Wiradjuri and emphasizes marginalized viewpoints. Meanwhile, at the Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart, Tim Steiner's exhibition will be available until 30 April, part of a project by Wim Delvoye involving Steiner's tattooed back, which was sold for €150,000 in 2008. Additionally, the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, titled Monster Theatres and curated by Leigh Robb, will run until 8 June. The National Gallery of Australia will present Know My Name from 30 May to 13 September, featuring 150 works by female artists.