A Hipster Homage to a Classic Clusterfuck

Those crazy kids over at White Stag Flag are presenting a dramatic retelling of a semi-interesting event in St. Louis history on October 1, 2007:

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of a touchstone moment in the history of avant-gardism in St. Louis, White Flag Projects has organized a historical reenactment of the public symposium which took place between artists Mark Di Suvero, Donald Judd, Ernest Trova, and curator Emily Rauh (Pulitzer) on October 1, 1967.

The event not only brought together three fast-rising and radical young sculptors, but was also remarkably spirited, so much so that it was front page news in the following day’s paper. Press reports described it as “the scene… of mass frustration and mutual antagonisms, punctuated by laughter, applause, boos, hisses and, after a while, a conspicuous stream of people leaving-– hippies and squares alike.”

The reenactment will be a staged reading performed directly from a transcript of the original tape recording, directed by Jerry McAdams and performed by The Muddy Waters Theatre Company. Admission is free, however seating is limited and available on a first come first served basis beginning at 7 PM on the evening of the performance.

This performance is not endorsed by or affiliated with The Saint Louis Art Museum or any of the individuals depicted.

7 for 67 Redux

October 1, 2007 at 8 PM
Doors open at 7 PM

White Flag Projects
4568 Manchester Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
314-531-3442