What's Happening?
Choreographer and visual artist Will Rawls debuted his site-specific performance work 'Unmade' at the Hammer Museum as part of Made in L.A. 2025. The performance traverses the museum, focusing on themes
of repurposing materials, collaboration, and community building. Dancers interact with assorted objects, reimagining their use and creating a nomadic journey. The installation will be shown on various Saturdays until February, featuring costumes designed by Nancy Stella Soto.
Why It's Important?
'Unmade' challenges traditional performance boundaries, encouraging audiences to engage with themes of resource-sharing and community interaction. The performance highlights the role of art in addressing societal issues and fostering dialogue. By repurposing materials and exploring non-verbal communication, Rawls' work invites viewers to consider the impact of resource distribution and societal connections.
Beyond the Headlines
The performance's whimsical costumes and interactive elements create a unique visual experience, emphasizing the importance of aesthetics in conveying thematic messages. Rawls' approach to performance art encourages viewers to reflect on their own roles in community building and resource sharing.
