Art, Endurance, and Time: Tehching Hsieh at UM

Tehching Hsieh at UM: A Rare Opportunity to Engage with a Performance Art Legend

The UM School of Art is thrilled to welcome Tehching Hsieh, a pioneering figure in performance art, for a two-day event featuring an artist lecture and an intimate interview session. Known for their groundbreaking year-long durational performances, Hsieh’s work has profoundly shaped contemporary art discourse on time, endurance, and human experience.

Event Details

Artist Lecture
Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Time: 3:00–5:00 PM
Location: 136 ARTlab, School of Art

Artist Interview (Very limited seating)
Date: Thursday, March 6, 2025
Time: 2:00–4:00 PM
Location: 409 ARTlab, School of Art

Presented in collaboration with Mosaic, the UM Institute for the Humanities, and the UM School of Art Gallery, this event offers a rare chance to hear directly from one of the most influential voices in performance art.

Hsieh’s practice pushes the boundaries of endurance and time-based art, challenging conventional artistic and social structures. This event is a must for artists, scholars, and anyone interested in the radical possibilities of performance.

Attendance is free, but seating for the artist interview is extremely limited. Mark your calendars and don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with a legendary artist.

https://umanitoba.ca/art/event-tehching-hsieh