IS PENANG READY FOR ABIENNALE? A COMPARATIVE REVIEW OF RECENT ART EVENTS
By Ivan Gabriel
October 2024 FEATURE
AS A VIBRANT hub for arts and culture, Penang has seen a surge of events in recent years. Those like Palai Penang and Beyond Contemporary Art Penang (BCAP) showcased the island’s potential as a cultural destination. However, these have also sparked debate about whether Penang is ready for a Biennale. A Biennale is a major international art exhibition held every two years, showcasing contemporary artworks from a diverse array of artists across various mediums, including painting, sculpture, installation, video and...
Ivan Gabriel
is a curator with a curatorial approach committed to making art accessible to diverse audiences. He
views each showcase as a chance for inadvertent
education, using art as a powerful platform to initiate conversations about contemporary issues,
provoking audiences to think and reflect.
