Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art presents Cry Joy Park—Gardens of Dark and Light

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Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art presents Cry Joy Park—Gardens of Dark and Light

May 20, 2019 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm UTC+0

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An event every day that begins at 11:00 am, repeating until July 6, 2019

Free

Cry Joy Park—Gardens of Dark and Light is an investigation into the construct of a utopia, inspired by the history of Charleston, South Carolina: a cultural and artistic capital of the American South, and an exemplar of its opulence and beauty. This installation aims to present both an alluring, gorgeous and otherworldly garden, and its darker counterpart. The worlds created by the exhibition are a juxtaposition of utopia and dystopia and are presented via an immersive multisensory experience that utilizes various forms of communication to
convey its message.

The installation will feature two separate gardens: a Dark one and a Light one, both representing a yin/yang balance between utopias and dystopias. Her exhibition will also feature collaborations with the School of the Arts at the College of Charleston, which will take the form of interdisciplinary performances by students in the visual arts, theatre, dance, music, creative writing, and more. Ma is also planning a series of community dinners that will serve as platforms to discuss specific issues facing Charleston, such as social justice and gentrification.

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art presents Cry Joy Park—Gardens of Dark and Light

Details

Date:
May 20, 2019
Time:
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
UTC+0
Cost:
Free
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Website:
http://halsey.cofc.edu/main-exhibitions/cry-joy-park-gardens-of-dark-and-light/

Venue

Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art
161 Calhoun St.
Charleston, SC 29424 United States
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Phone
843-953-4422
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