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37 Artists Native to the Americas Weave Stories of Migration and Geography
In a time of bald-faced white supremacy and discrimination, the Nebraska exhibition Monarchs feels vitally relevant.
Jillian Steinhauer
Art
A Queer Performance Artist Lampoons White Liberal Activism
On August 31, Dynasty Handbag will perform her over-the-top stand-up show I An, Moron at Joe's Pub.
Art
The Dance Floor as a Site for Queer Memorials
This Friday at Recess, Brendan Fernandes will explore the possibilities of the dance floor as a queer space.
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News
Members of President’s Arts Committee Resign en Masse in Protest of Trump [UPDATED]
All 17 private members of the President’s Committee on the Arts and Humanities published a letter condemning Trump's "hateful rhetoric" after Charlottesville.
In Brief
Pantone Devotes a Shade of Purple 2 Prince
Love Symbol #2 honors the late musician, who was known as the Purple One.
Art
Learn About the Music and Dance Traditions of J’Ouvert
A program presented by Brooklyn Arts Council at the Brooklyn Public Library on August 19 will introduce attendees to some key cultural elements of Trinidadian J'Ouvert.
In Brief
Protesters Topple Confederate Statue in Durham
A stunning video shows the monument, which was erected in 1924, come crashing down as people cheer.
Art
After Charlottesville, an Anti-Fascist US Military Film from 1947 Goes Viral
The 17-minute film, "Don't Be a Sucker," offers some timely advice in light of recent events — though it hasn't aged perfectly by any means.
Art
The Beauty of Bach at Socrates Sculpture Park
On August 9, the park will screen Pere Portabella's The Silence Before Bach, a non-narrative film that celebrates the composer.
Art
Predicting the Weather for the Apocalypse
From August 2 to 4, artist Amelia Marzec will operate a DIY weather station and satellite radio system at Harvestworks.
Art
On a Brooklyn Playground, Connecting Antigone and Michael Brown
On July 15, NYC Public Artist in Residence Bryan Doerries will explore the resonance between Antigone and the killing of Michael Brown.
In Brief
Disturbing Stock Photos Play Out the Darkest Scenarios
A brilliant Twitter account compiles outrageous, absurd, sad, and confoundingly real stock photos.