In Performance: ‘Recapturing Memories of the Black Ark’ by Gary Simmons

Join us in the open-air courtyard for a series of public performances and activations on Gary Simmons’ sculptural installation ‘Recapturing Memories of the Black Ark’ (2014 – ongoing). Both a literal and metaphorical platform for conversations, music, and performance, this work is inspired by Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry’s studio and is comprised of amalgamated materials sourced from the Tremé neighborhood of New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Originally shown as part of the 2014 Prospect.3 biennial in New Orleans, ‘Black Ark’ has been presented at Art Basel Unlimited, Miami, art space Southern Exposure in San Francisco, and Desert X in Coachella Valley, California. Each iteration of the installation draws upon the local network of creatives to activate the stage with ongoing performances, which are recorded and continuously added to a film that follows future installations.

Sat 19 Feb, 3 – 6 pm Opening Celebration and DJ Jihaari on ‘Recapturing Memories of the Black Ark’ Watch here

Sat 26 Feb, 4.30 pm Black Ark: Performance by dance legend Savion Glover Watch here

Sat 26 Mar, 4.30 pm Black Ark: Performance by Lily Blue Simmons Register here

Sat 9 Apr, 4.30 pm Black Ark: Poetry by Yesika Salgado & Music by San Cha Register here

Sun 24 Apr, 4.30 pm Black Ark: Tyshawn Sorey's ‘For George Lewis’ by Monday Evening Concerts Register here

Sat 21 May, 4 pm Black Ark: Gary Simmons and Elvis Mitchell in Conversation Register here

Reservations and proof of vaccination upon arrival are required.

After the performances, dine at Manuela, the gallery's onsite restaurant. Reservations are highly encouraged. Click here to make your reservation.

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