Honestly, its OK to LOL. Humor in Art, Then and Now with Marcy B. Freedman

Marcy B. Freedman is an artist and an art historian with a profoundly silly interest in studying works of art that make people laugh. She is also prone to including elements of humor in her own collages, videos and performance art works.

For this event, Freedman will present an overview of the history of humor in western art, showing examples of ancient Roman frescoes, medieval manuscript illustrations, and Renaissance paintings, along with hilarious works of art from the 20th and 21st centuries. She will also perform one of her own performance pieces, challenging viewers to keep a straight face during the performance.

In an effort to avoid hogging the stage, Freedman has invited two local artists to assist her in making sure that everyone keeps on laughing. Carla Rae Johnson and Gene Panczenko will share their own comedic talents with the lucky audience.

For further presentation information, please contact Marcy: 914-271-5891 or mbf@bestweb.
Free and Open to the Art Loving Public.

Monday October 5th, 6 p.m.

Bean Runner Cafe

201 South Division Street

Peekskill, New York 10566

914-737-1701