Performa's 9th Biennial Shifts to All-Outdoors Format Across New York City in October 2021
So, from October 12 to 31, 2021, New York City will host the ninth biennial Performa, and it’s all happening outside! This organization focuses on live performances by visual artists and has invited a diverse group of creators to showcase new works. Some of the featured artists include Kevin Beasley, Ericka Beckman, and Tschabalala Self, among others. RoseLee Goldberg, who is the Founding Director and Chief Curator, described this event as a bold expression of radical urbanism. The outdoor setting aims to encourage creative actions that reflect the city’s spirit while addressing important social and political issues, continuing Performa’s mission to explore urban themes through performance art.
Key facts
- Performa's 9th biennial will be held October 12-31, 2021
- The event will be entirely outdoors across New York City
- New commissions include works by Kevin Beasley, Ericka Beckman, Sara Cwynar, Danielle Dean, Madeline Hollander, Andrés Jaque, Tschabalala Self, and Shikeith
- RoseLee Goldberg is Performa's Founding Director and Chief Curator
- The biennial focuses on New York City's history, communities, and urban environment
- Performa considers its biennial program a form of radical urbanism
- The event will expand across New York City's boroughs
- The organization is dedicated to live performance by visual artists
Entities
Artists
- Kevin Beasley
- Ericka Beckman
- Sara Cwynar
- Danielle Dean
- Madeline Hollander
- Andrés Jaque
- Tschabalala Self
- Shikeith
- RoseLee Goldberg
Institutions
- Performa
- Office for Political Innovation
Locations
- New York City
- United States