Michael Workman

In "Site Unseen," a one-night-only exhibit at the Chicago Cultural Center, curator Julie Laffin, known for her gigantic dress performances, has assembled artists for a bonanza of site-specific installation and performances. Work has been integrated into the Cultural Center's hallways, street entrances, elevator and even the industrial kitchen behind Preston Bradley Hall. Chicagoan M.W. Burns will use public address in his Randolph Street entrance sound installation to interact with passersby. Aimee Bradley will question audience members about Western authors and post responses on handmade paper and as audio recordings throughout Preston Bradley Hall--all while she plays violin. Visitors who present a valid state ID will be lent an iPod to experience Adam Smith and Rob Cohn's "Hallwatchers (Headphones Tour)," a piece that involves live theatrical performances and prerecorded audio. Tours of the exhibition will be given every half hour starting at 6pm and ending at 8:30pm.

"Site Unseen" shows at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 East Washington Street, (312)744-1424. November 17, 6-9pm.

(2004-11-09)

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