Madd Pain
A Photography Exhibit by CArol Dragon
May 18, 2017 - May 21, 2017
Colonels Room
Madd Pain is a photographic installation by New York City-based photographer Carol Dragon presented in conjunction with FLEXN Evolution from May 18 through 21 in the Armory’s Colonels Room.
After first encountering FLEXN at the Armory in 2015, Dragon began documenting the flex community and its dancers in her studio, on the street, at dance battles, and in their homes. Capturing the explosive energy, constant motion, and ephemeral grace specific to flex, her portraits offer audiences a unique perspective on each participating dancer’s style and movement. Dragon was awarded a 2017 Creative Engagement grant by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council to develop this immersive, multi-layered work, which is being presented for the first time at the Armory.
Installation Hours
The installation is open for approximately one hour before and after each performance
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Support
Madd Pain is supported in part by Caryl Englander and Sharon Brewster. Special thanks to Natalia Vergara, Anja Kern, Betsy Weis, Rosalie Rowey and Peter Krask.