The Whitney Biennial 2024, themed “Even Better Than the Real Thing,” is a lively event held by the Whitney Museum of American Art from March 20 to August 11, 2024.
The Whitney Biennial 2024, themed “Even Better Than the Real Thing,” is a lively event showcasing various modern art. Held by the Whitney Museum of American Art from March 20 to August 11, 2024, this event is the 81st edition of America’s longest-running art survey.
This year’s Biennial introduces a new wave of body art, diverging from the practices seen in the 1960s and 1970s. It’s not just about the physical; it explores identity, marginalization, and the essence of being considered “the real thing” in a society that often sidelines certain groups. The exhibition includes works that address disability, discrimination, and Indigenous resilience through various mediums, including sculpture, video installations, and abstract paintings.
This year, the Biennial presents 71 artists and groups from different fields and uses various forms of media. Some of the highlighted works include:
The 2024 Biennial challenges the usual ways of showing art, asking tough questions about art’s role and nature. For example, Nikita Gale’s modified baby grand player piano and Charisse Pearlina Weston’s sculpture ponder entertainment, confrontation, and how art reflects society’s big questions.
The Biennial isn’t just about what’s on display. It also connects with the community through programs for families, schools, and teens. These efforts aim to strengthen the link between the public and the artists’ work, helping people understand and value modern art more deeply.
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