Unconventional circumstances make for unconventional art. This year’s IMPACT Performance Festival took place virtually on the weekend of April 17 & 18, 2021. For this collaboration, TNL brings to you short 1ON1 sessions with all eight participating artists with a limited-run replay of their performances.
May 3 - 10, 2021 a daily interview release.
May 10 - 19, 2021 Limited-run Replay.
*Click the icon below to read each artist interview.
Tell us a little about you and your art interests.
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Give us some insights into the work you presented at IMPACT.
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In what ways did the virtual presentation this year challenge you?
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Would you continue to use virtual components when you get to perform in person?
Which one do you find yourself agreeing with the most?
I loved the Zoom performance! I definitely see myself doing more virtual performances in the future.
I have my reservation with the virtual format. It is effective but also problematic.
The performer should always be present with a live audience. See you in real life!
What are some ways in which organizations, curators and festival organizers can better support you in a virtual environment?
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(These interviews were edited for clarity.)
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