DEFINE COMEDY! an exhibition exploring the ambiguous relationship of comedy and tragedy–the tragicomic and the evolving definition of comedy in contemporary philosophical thought. While traditionally treated as opposites in literature, modern criticism highlights the interconnection between the two. As Wylie Sypher notes, comedy now reaches the depths traditionally associated with tragedy, addressing the absurd and fundamental human experiences.
Featuring artists such as Ardi Gunawan, Beyond Crap (BC), Dabi Arnasa, Fffffandy, Luh’De Gita, Tennessa Querida, Summerayn (Motionbeast), S. Urubingwaru, and Zikry Rediansyah, the exhibition examines how humor serves as a critical tool for reflecting on societal norms, personal struggles, and existential contradictions. The tragicomic becomes a space for reflection and to confront our own vulnerabilities as well as to find meaning amidst the chaos.
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