Dzama and Pettibon Confront Technocracy's Dark Side
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Marcel Dzama and Pettibon collaborate on a series of artworks that critique global and US politics, specifically addressing authoritarianism and technocracy's impact on society and ecology. Their work, displayed in the country where it is shown or their home, tackles universal themes from centuries past, often incorporating familiar characters from popular culture and current politics.
A collaboration between four ballet companies and the Shanghai Opera House Dance Ensemble brings together diverse dance styles from East and West, featuring Suzhou Ballet Theatre's, Cincinnati Ballet's, Shanghai Ballet's, and Béjart Ballet Lausanne's casts, with 29 dancers performing a fusion of ballet, Chinese folk dance, Chinese contemporary dance, classical Chinese dance, and Kung Fu.
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The Frick Collection in New York City is expanding its gallery space and opening its former living quarters to the public for the first time. The 90-year-old institution, once the home of industrialist Henry Clay Frick, has undergone a balance between tradition and transformation. As part of this renewal, the museum will display its masterworks in a new location on Madison Avenue, following the Met's departure from the Breuer building.
The Gwangju Biennale, a South Korean art festival, commemorated the 1980 pro-democracy uprising in Gwangju with a special exhibition. The event featured works that were deeply political but not overtly so, reflecting the delicate balance required for such a sensitive topic. In contrast, the director of MMCA museums in South Korea resigned amid allegations of mishandled acquisitions.
Herman Miller Collaborates with Visionary Designers Globally
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Herman Miller's Pawson Drift Sofa Group is designed with a focus on proportion, surface, and light. The company has collaborated with renowned designers such as George Nelson, Alexander Girard, and Isamu Noguchi over the years. Herman Miller has been committed to problem-solving designs for over a century, working with visionary designers like Robert Propst and Bill Stumpf.
Hollis Taggart, a commercial gallery in New York, is expanding its space by nearly 700 square feet, defying concerns about a potential slowdown in the art market. The gallery's latest move comes as it continues to thrive outside of the traditional art establishment, allowing it to maintain its unique approach and style.
Arts Minister John-Paul Langbroek pressed State Library leaders twice before issuing a direction that led to the cancellation of a First Nations author's award ceremony. The library has launched a review into its award processes, with terms of reference aiming to strike a balance between the minister's priorities and the library's role as a publicly funded entity.