Biennale 2017 introduces 'Tavola Aperta' lunch talks with artists
The 57th Venice Biennale, named 'Viva Arte Viva', unveiled 'Tavola Aperta' (Open Table), a series of informal lunch discussions between artists and the public, taking place weekly at the Central Pavilion and Sala d'Armi, with online streaming available. During the preview days, Kiki Smith (born 1954) shared insights about her paper works and her bond with materials and her artist father. Noa Latham reflected on her father John Latham's artistic journey, while Hans Ulrich Obrist reminisced about him. Michelle Stuart (born 1933) led a lunch focused on her earth and photography art, highlighting action in a perilous world. Nancy Shaver (born 1946) discussed her literary ties, her shop 'Henry', and the significance of intergenerational dialogue.
Key facts
- 57th Venice Biennale 'Viva Arte Viva' introduces 'Tavola Aperta' format
- Series runs weekly for six months at Giardini and Arsenale
- Kiki Smith discussed her works on paper requested by Christine Macel
- Noa Latham and Hans Ulrich Obrist spoke about John Latham
- Michelle Stuart hosted a lunch at Arsenale, focusing on organic memory
- Nancy Shaver participated with family, discussing literature and teaching
- Christine Macel and David Medalla attended as special guests
- Events are streamed online
Entities
Artists
- Kiki Smith
- Christine Macel
- Noa Latham
- John Latham
- Hans Ulrich Obrist
- David Medalla
- Michelle Stuart
- Nancy Shaver
Institutions
- Biennale di Venezia
- La Biennale di Venezia
- Artribune
- Bard College
Locations
- Venice
- Italy
- Giardini
- Arsenale
- Nuremberg
- Germany
- New York
- United States
- Hudson
- Appleton