Once upon a time, an ancient city of Muziris
flourished. As excavations reveal its history, the Kochi Muziris Biennale 2012
seeks to make it the centre of an exploration on art, culture, the role of the
artist in society. Open to artistes from all over the world, the Beinnale is
divided into the curated exhibitions and events which are open to all that are
a mix of art, theatre, talks et al.
Curated Exhibition
The curated exhibitions encompass 23 countries and
94 artists. 40 artists from India display their works. The Durbar Hall has been
renovated to become a world class exhibition space besides which there are 59
more spaces spread across 14 sites in Kochi.
The exhibition covers all forms of contemporary
art such as sculpture, installation, painting, film, performance and new media
Venues:
The venue is the precinct of Fort Kochi. Think of
it as a Fort Kochi heritage walk that covers:
- · Durbar Hall near Ernakulam South Railway Station
- · Aspinwall House, Fort Kochi
- · David Hall, north side of Parade Ground, Fort Kochi
- · Parade Ground, Fort Kochi
- · Pepper House, Fort Kochi
- · Mattanchery Bazaar Road, Fort Kochi
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