SCAPE 2006 Biennial of Art in Public Space

The eZINE of the SCAPE 2006 Biennial of Art in Public Space

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OPENING WEEKEND EVENTS

Friday 29 September – Sunday 2 October 2006

A visit during the opening weekend promises performances, symposia, and panel discussions, making this an ideal time to sample outstanding contemporary art in public space from New Zealand and abroad. The 2-day symposium invites you to engage with SCAPE 2006 artists, curators and theoreticians to have a lively debate on contemporary art in public space.

FRIDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 2006

Opening Preview & Artist Party: 7.30-10.30pm

Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetu Foyer

Invitation only

SATURDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2006

SCAPE 2006 Symposium: 2-5pm (day one)

Christchurch Art Gallery, Philip Carter Family Auditorium

Including contributions from Tyler Cann (curator Len Lye at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery), Geoff Stahl (Lecturer in Media Studies at Victoria University), David Hatcher (artist and nutritional psychiatrist) and SCAPE 2006 artists Remco Schuurbiers and Bijan Dawallu.

Bookings recommended

Martin Creed & Band: 6pm

Old Boy’s Theatre, Christ’s College, Rolleston Ave

Extraordinary theatre/music/live performance by this renowned British artist and his colleagues.

Limited numbers, bookings recommended

Supported by the British Council New Zealand and British Airways

The Christchurch Menetekel: 7pm – 12am

The Former Government Life, Tower Building, Cathedral Square

Collaborative text projection by Swiss artist Johannes Gees, taking its cue from the flaming Hand of God as described in the Book of Daniel. The audience is invited to take sides in a battle of words with the artist. Bring your mobile phone!

Ping Pong Country: 8.30pm – 12am

SOFA Gallery, The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard

Dutch/German collaborative duo Remco Schuurbiers and Bijan Dawallu present Ping Pong Country, a mixed media fusion event, challenging audiences to decide between ping pong competition, country sounds and a list of rules to game with.

Limited numbers, bookings recommended

SUNDAY 1 OCTOBER 2006

SCAPE 2006 Symposium: 2-5pm (day two)

Christchurch Art Gallery, Philip Carter Family Auditorium

Including contributions from David Cross (Senior Lecturer, Massey University); SCAPE 2006 artists James Angus, Matthew Biederman, Martin Creed, Simon Denny, Johannes Gees, Ronnie van Hout, Otto Karvonen, Sean Kerr and SCAPE 2006 curators Natasha Conland and Susanne Jaschko.

Bookings recommended

Escape artist run artist party: 7.30pm-late

High Street Project, Level 1, Lichfield Lane (off Poplar) or 140A Lichfield Street

A one night event to celebrate and assemble the participating SCAPE 2006 artists and further reaching branches of the arts community. Hosted and curated by Christopher L G Hill (Australia).

The Christchurch Menetekel: 8pm – 12am (to Wed 4 Oct)

The Former Government Life, Tower Building, Cathedral Square

Collaborative text projection by Swiss artist Johannes Gees. Bring your mobile phone and text!

HOW TO BOOK

All SCAPE events are free, but many have limited numbers. To make a booking for any of the events please email scapebiennial@xtra.co.nz or call Art & Industry 64 3 365 7995 clearly specifying which events you wish to attend.

The Holiday Inn City Centre Christchurch is the official accommodation provider for SCAPE 2006 and where SCAPE visiting artists will be based. To make a booking at the special discounted rate of $140.65NZD (inclusive of GST) please contact the Holiday Inn direct and quote SCAPE

Holiday Inn City Centre Christchurch

Cashel & High Streets, Christchurch, 8142, New Zealand

Hotel Reservations: 64 3 3536 195

Email: reservations@hicitycentrechristchurch.co.nz

Holiday Inn City Centre Christchurch is a relaxing yet smart, mid range, central city hotel, superbly located in the heart of the Christchurch CBD. It is ideally suited for the corporate, leisure and conference markets. Christchurch’s diverse range of restaurants, exciting nightlife and shopping malls are within walking distance.

All guest rooms and suites are tastefully decorated and spacious with a number offering panoramic views of the Garden City, Port Hills or the majestic Southern Alps.