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Futuristic sculpture of a fragmented, abstract human form in stone against a neoclassical arch. The tone is dynamic and modern amidst classical architecture.
The Fierce Animacy of the (In)Human Ornament
Anne Anlin Cheng
May 16
Three musicians seated on a dark stage
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Abhishek Raghuram | MetLiveArts
In 2017, award-winning Carnatic vocalist Abhishek Raghuram came to The Met’s stage for a program deeply rooted in the traditions of southern Indian classical music.
May 12
Photo showing members of an orchestra in concert. Musicians are seated, dressed in black, and playing string and wind instruments.
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Tan Dun—Symphony of Colors: Terracotta and Triple Concerto: Hero
The Met commissioned a new work from composer Tan Dun, “Symphony of Colors: Terracotta,” based on music from his opera The First Emperor.
May 21, 2024
A crowd of people to the left hold up a sign while a shirtless man holds his left hand up as in an oratory gesture
Lo Tatou Seiana: Our Flowering, Our Time
Dan Taulapapa McMullin muses on colonialism, queer mythologies, and activism in the Pacific Islands.
Dan Taulapapa McMullin
June 21, 2023
Female figure made of whale ivory
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Inside Us the Dead (The New Zealand-born Version)
Pacific poet Karlo Mila explores the personal and political realities of Pasifika identity.
Karlo Mila
June 16, 2023
Red and gold banana fibre sash
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To Swim with Eels
Pacific poet Emelihter Kihleng reflects on her genealogy and connections to the lands of Pohnpei.
Emelihter Kihleng
June 12, 2023
Barkcloth panel with rectilinear designs in beige, brown and black
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Wild Dogs Under My Skirt
Pacific poet Tusiata Avia reflects on desire and female empowerment through Samoan tattooing practices
Tusiata Avia
June 12, 2023
Astor Chinese Garden Court
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Sounds of the Astor Chinese Garden Court, 1981 | Met ASMR
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the Astor Chinese Garden Court.
June 2, 2023
Wood sculpture of a male figure or tiki
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Tiki Manifesto
Pacific poet Dan Taulapapa McMullin addresses the violent erasure and commodification of Oceania and its people under colonial rule.
Dan Taulapapa McMullin
May 22, 2023
Cover of Starving Artists’ Restaurant Guide
Chinatown(s) and the City
Documenting Iconic American Neighborhoods
Ella Hook
May 17, 2023