The toppling of statues and power structures is nothing new, however after recent global protests and renewed interrogation – focus has again turned to figures riding high on horses. Through presentations and discussion this thematic theory course concludes with a week intensive where the public are welcome to join the conversation. We ask what now for these empty plinths, fallen statues, erased histories? How do we as artists, creatives, activist, performers act or re-act in this arena? Can we still make monumental gestures in, about and for the public sphere? Within the gallery context, we attempt to work together, through these complexities and difficulties.
