Following the reception at Cuchifritos, the opening will continue at Abrons Arts Center from 6-8p
SCREEN MEMORIES is a group exhibition of video and sound-based work by Yara Asmar, Mona Benyamin, and Huda Takriti that considers the psychological impact of mass media in the Arab world for a generation of artists who grew up at the tail end of network television’s popularity. These three artists reference and transform news broadcasts, children’s shows, sitcoms, and music videos to examine historic and everyday moments as mediated by screen.
SCREEN MEMORIES is curated by May Makki, Abrons Arts Center’s 2024-25 Curatorial AIRspace Resident, and organized in partnership with Artists Alliance Inc. and Abrons Arts Center.
Presented across two venues, Abrons Arts Center and Cuchifritos Gallery + Project Space:
- Abrons Arts Center‘s Main Gallery, 466 Grand Street (at Pitt Street) New York, NY 10002. Monday through Sunday, 10a–10p
- Cuchifritos Gallery + Project Space, 88 Essex St [inside Essex Market], New York, NY 10002. Wednesday through Saturday, 12–6p
Image: Mona Benyamin, Moonscape, 2020 (Still), Courtesy of the artist.
Accessibility
During your visit, if desired, a folding chair can be provided should standing for short or long periods of time interfere with your viewing experience. Additionally, sound-dampening headphones and tinted glasses are available and will be provided upon request for visitors for whom the sound or lighting of the gallery space is disruptive. A quiet, off-site/off-view space can be arranged during viewing for those with the need. Baby strollers are welcome in Essex Market and Cuchifritos Gallery + Project Space. Both facilities are wheelchair accessible, and service animals on a leash are permitted.
If you have questions, comments, or concerns about accessing Cuchifritos Gallery + Project Space or attending programs, please email gallery@artistsallianceinc.org.