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Performance Art and Interdisciplinary Practices · Weeks 28-36

Happening and Fluxus

Examining the experimental and often spontaneous nature of Happenings and the anti-art philosophy of the Fluxus movement.

Key Questions

  1. How did Happenings and Fluxus events challenge the commercialization and institutionalization of art?
  2. Differentiate between a traditional theatrical performance and a 'Happening'.
  3. Hypothesize the impact of audience participation on the meaning of a Fluxus event.

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Connecting VA.Cn11.1.HSProfNCAS: Responding VA.Re8.1.HSProf
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Performance Art and Interdisciplinary Practices
Period: Weeks 28-36

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