Bahamas Pavilion at Venice Biennale Explores Junkanoo and Posthumous Collaboration
The Bahamas makes its return to the Venice Biennale after a 13-year hiatus with the exhibition "In Another Man’s Yard," curated by Dr. Krista Thompson. This showcase features works by John Beadle (1964–2024) and Lavar Munroe (b. 1982), emphasizing the cultural significance of the Junkanoo festival. Munroe's paintings draw inspiration from photographs by Jackson Petit, while the exhibition incorporates materials from Beadle's studio in a posthumous collaboration. The event aligns with the Biennale's theme, "In Minor Keys," set by Koyo Kouoh. A catalogue from Skira accompanies the exhibition, highlighting contributions from various artists.
Key facts
- The Bahamas returns to the Venice Biennale after 13 years.
- Exhibition 'In Another Man’s Yard' curated by Dr. Krista Thompson.
- Features John Beadle (1964–2024) and Lavar Munroe (b. 1982).
- Junkanoo festival is central to the exhibition.
- Munroe's painting based on photos by Jackson Petit.
- Posthumous collaboration uses materials from Beadle's studio.
- Catalogue published by Skira with multiple contributors.
- Biennale theme is 'In Minor Keys' by Koyo Kouoh.
Entities
Artists
- John Beadle
- Lavar Munroe
- Jackson Petit
- Antonius Roberts
- Stan Burnside
- Koyo Kouoh
- Dr. Krista Thompson
- Dr. Christian Campbell
- Amanda Coulson
- John Cox
- Tandazani Dhlakama
Institutions
- La Biennale di Venezia
- Pavilion of The Bahamas
- Skira
- Pizzuti Collection
- National Gallery of the Bahamas
- Bahamas Pavilion
- Venice Biennale
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- The Bahamas
- Tanzania
- Senegal
- Zimbabwe
- Haiti
- Bahamas