the future is flaccid

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the future is flaccid

by Oregon Contemporary

Presented as part the 2024 Oregon Contemporary Artists’ Biennial 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘢𝘻𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘰𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘨
Curated by Jackie Im and Anuradha Vikram.

Calling all milquetoast mollies, detumescent daddies, softbois, tenderqueers, and any other flimsy folk and lovers of limpness! (and allies)

You are cordially invited to join artist Tyler Stoll in a participatory protest where we will collectively explore flaccidity as an emancipatory, fluid identity and political antidote to phallic masculinity. Participants will march around the Oregon Contemporary grounds and nearby Kenton neighborhood, creating chants, feeling into flaccid embodiment, and encouraging others to join the movement!

All are welcome. Signs and props provided. Costumes encouraged but absolutely not required.

Suggested costume themes: your favorite anti-phallic icon, a traditionally masculine character you’d like to reclaim, or anything else you imagine representing a flaccid future.

Schedule of Events

Other Oregon Contemporary Artists Biennial Programming

12:00-7:00 pm

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Flaccid Orientation

7:00 pm
We will open with an embodiment exercise and a brief presentation on the principles of flaccidity.

Protest

7:15-8:00 pm
We will stay in the nearby neighborhood, so you do not need to commit to the entire duration.

Event Dates

July 6, 2024 to July 6, 2024

Location

Oregon Contemporary

Event Type

Concert or Performance

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Additional Details

State: Oregon

Image alt text: Abstract colorful shapes with dripping effects. Text reads: "the future is flaccid, a participatory protest, July 6th, 2024 @ 7 pm

Diversity: LGBTQIA+ artist(s)

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Kid friendly: No

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Organizer

Oregon Contemporary

About Oregon Contemporary Oregon Contemporary’s symbol is an O (symbolizing Oregon and Oregon Contemporary’s large, bowl-like gallery space) raised to the power of x (inspired by John Cage’s advice to break all rules by “leaving plenty of room for ‘x’ quantities”). MissionOregon Contemporary is a space dedicated to art, community, and the exponential possibilities of contemporary art. We produce powerful, visionary art programs for the communities of Oregon. VisionWe believe artists provide unique, forward-thinking ways of connecting people to the nuanced issues that define modern life. We regularly promote voices and points of view—regional to international—that have been historically underrepresented in the arts, and engage these populations to impact and intervene in the contemporary arts dialogue. By showcasing any and all forms of art in our exhibitions and events, Oregon Contemporary supports and empowers artists, curators, and performers, presenting singular experiences for the public every month. Through individual and business donations, as well as grant support, Oregon Contemporary is able to pay arts producers fairly for their work, while offering the majority of our programs to audiences free of charge.

the future is flaccid