Performa 11 Biennial Showcases Cross-Disciplinary Performance in New York
So, there's this event called Performa 11 happening in New York City for three weeks, starting in early November 2011. It showcases all sorts of live art and time-based performances. RoseLee Goldberg is directing it, and the festival explores themes like Fluxus and Russian Constructivism, focusing on things like Language, Translation, Misinformation, and Modern Sculpture. One highlight is the Fluxus Weekend, which includes Jonas Mekas's film Fluxus Cabaret and a performance featuring Alison Knowles with Jessica Higgins and Joshua Selman. You'll also see work from artists like Maria Petschnig, Jack Ferver, and Shirin Neshat, with tickets ranging from free to $100.
Key facts
- Performa 11 is a three-week biennial in New York City.
- The festival is directed by RoseLee Goldberg.
- Historical themes include Fluxus and Russian Constructivism.
- Curatorial focuses are on Language, Translation and Misinformation; The Voice; The Politics of Speech; and the Animation of Modern Sculpture.
- Events include the Fluxus Weekend with a new film by Jonas Mekas and a performance by Alison Knowles.
- The festival features works across multiple disciplines such as visual art, music, dance, and architecture.
- Performa 11 runs in November 2011 with events at various venues like the Austrian Cultural Forum and The Kitchen.
- Ticket prices range from free to $100, with some events requiring reservations.
Entities
Artists
- Jonas Mekas
- Alison Knowles
- Jessica Higgins
- Joshua Selman
- Maria Petschnig
- Jack Ferver
- Michelle Mola
- Ragnar Kjartansson
- Davíð Þór Jónsson
- Shirin Neshat
- Trajal Harrell
- Liz Magic Laser
- Mika Rottenberg
- Jon Kessler
- Dennis Oppenheim
- Pablo Helguera
- Robert Ashley
- Maria Hassabi
- Ryan Kelly
- Brennan Gerard
- John Jasperse
- Tere O'Connor
- RoseLee Goldberg
Institutions
- Performa
- Austrian Cultural Forum
- Museum of Arts and Design
- Performa Hub
- Cedar Lake
- Anthology Film Archives
- Forever & Today, Inc.
- Third Streaming
- The SVA Theatre
- Nicole Klagsbrun Project Space
- The Kitchen
- Danspace
- Brooklyn Academy of Music
- New York Live Arts
- Dance Theater Workshop
- artcritical
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- New York