"Siamese Connection" Exhibition
Dumbo Arts Center
This event has ended.
Siamese Connection is an unprecedented event featuring a selection of works from 25 young Thai artists based in New York City. This four-day art event will showcase artists working individually and collaboratively in fine art, film, photography, design and the performing arts, while providing emerging Thai artists a much-needed platform to present their work to the general public. Siamese Connection will be held at Dumbo Arts Center (DAC) from May 25-28, 2010 and be open for viewing from 3-9pm daily with nightly special performances starting at 7pm. Proudly presented by Thai Artists Alliance, Siamese Connection will examine how Thai culture is affected and interpreted within the diverse multi-cultural landscape of New York City.
In recent weeks, Thailand has been the focus of world attention while it undergoes major socio-political upheaval. For Thais living abroad, the situation is especially unnerving and heartbreaking. In light of the recent turmoil, it has become even more necessary for Thais to unite and express what is unique and beautiful about their identity and culture. The artists and individuals involved with Siamese Connection hope that the event will in some measure re-shift the focus to the more positive and inspirational during
these troubled times.
The exhibition's title "Siamese Connection," like many Thai words and phrases, has a playful double meaning. The first of which refers to the emerging Thai "Siamese" artists (Thailand was known as Siam until 1939), connecting with New Yorkers and contributing to the rich cultural life of the city. The other meaning is an acknowledgment of the Siamese connection standpipes, present on nearly every street corner, and named after the original "Siamese twins", Chang and Eng, who eventually settled in the United States.
In addition to the works on view, Siamese Connection will highlight a special program each evening that includes a multi-media performance, film screening and live music.
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Schedule
from May 25, 2010 to May 28, 2010
Opening Reception on 2010-05-25 from 19:00 to 21:00