Performance Art Exhibition and Publication Highlight Black History and Contemporary Practice

A two-part exhibition chronicles the history of black performance art throughout the 20th century. Thames & Hudson has released a new publication titled 'Performance Now: Live Art for the 21st Century.' The first U.S. retrospective for a maverick Pictures Generation artist is currently on view. One installation presents a visually lavish psychosexual fantasy environment for visitors to explore. These developments showcase significant attention to performance-based practices across historical and contemporary contexts. The exhibition examining black performance art represents a comprehensive survey of this important artistic tradition. The Thames & Hudson publication provides documentation and analysis of current live art practices. The Pictures Generation retrospective offers American audiences their initial comprehensive look at this influential artist's work.