In his instructions to a troupe of actors, Shakespeare’s Hamlet describes the “purpose of playing” is “to hold, as ‘twere, the mirror up to nature.” In other words, the performers should reflect an authentic version of the world around them. All art, in some way, responds to and evolves based on shifting climates, tastes, and perspectives in the world. Indeed, artists provide useful insights into the truths and trends of their eras and cultures in the ways they choose to reflect them. This seminar will look at two moments in two cultures—Mexico after its early 20th century revolution and China in the more recent past—and explore the ways artists reflected in their work the transformations happening around them.

SPEAKERS & TOPICS
The Politics of Art in Post-Revolution Mexico
Eduardo Douglas, Associate Professor of Art History

Performing Arts in an Evolving China
Alison M. Friedman, James and Susan Moeser Executive and Artistic Director, Carolina Performing Arts

How do art and artists reflect, adapt to, and influence societies in flux?
A panel discussion with our speakers.

DETAILS
DATE & TIME: Saturday, April 6, 2024 | 9:00am – 12:30pm

COST: The tuition is $65 to attend in person or $30 for virtual viewing. Light refreshments will be served.

LOCATION: The Rizzo Center