Sat, 28 Dec. 2024 - Fri, 29 Nov. 2024
OTHONI - Public Intervention #6, 28.12.2024 & 29.12.2024
"TRIUMPH" by Tales Frey (Brazil)
Tales Frey displays a subverted boxing match, a ritual dance of violence that starts and ends with futility, as the two opponents are connected by their gloves. The main vehicle of force transforms into a compulsory parameter of unity. As a commentary on ‘toxic masculinity’ enforcing a patriarchal order of society, a rooster fight of dominance, this performative gesture showcases an alternative relationship of proximity. Frey redefines this competitive sport into an act of joining hands, creating a bond, in which the necessity of partnership and solidarity overcomes the desire for victory.
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Festival identity
Organisers: Nicosia Municipality, Nicosia For Art
Institutional Sponsor: Ministry of Culture, Republic of Cyprus
Bronze sponsor: Onassis Stegi
Communication sponsors: DIAS Publishing House, SIGMA TV, Love Radio