Sessions, a multi-faceted proposal curated and directed by Dimitris Chimonas and Lex Gregoriou, will continue its second cycle of performances between June-December 2023.
A press release by the Deputy Ministry of Culture says that from June to December 2023, with a playful spirit of occupying the entire SPEL building, Sessions propose a new cycle of performative works, concerts, screenings, visual interventions, workshops, parties, and lectures, honouring the multiplicity of interpretation and engagement.
Along with the creation of a library curated by Loizos Olympios and a meeting space on the building's terrace, the overall project explores modes of exchange, participation, and witnessing, prioritizing accessibility, participation, and inclusiveness, all of which should characterize urban public space.
SPEL's doors will open on June 19th, and the entire process (preparation, execution, archiving) constitutes the project of SESSIONS x SPEL, which will be accessible to the public for observation and participation. The official inauguration of the ongoing project and the summer cycle of events will take place on June 29th, in anticipation of the start of the intensive autumn program.
The Sessions project aims to be an open and safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond, for experimentation, dialogue, and exhibition.
The program of individual events will be announced shortly.
The first cycle of Sessions took place from October to December 2022 as a series of cross-pollinating and fluid queer happenings, including experimental dance and theatre performances, discussions, workshops, visual interventions, live music, poetry, parties, and film screenings. During this period, more than 25 events were hosted in collaboration with over 60 local artists and collectives.
Source: Cyprus News Agency