A Whole Open Mouth
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‘When the absence of compression greets this shape of his, this definition anew tastes so good like a whole open mouth’
Theo Dunne’s first solo exhibition with A.P.T, A Whole Open Mouth, invites you to encounter the in-between as a permanent place of dwelling.
Through the flimsy structure of an unfinished archive detailing a local vampire frenzy, Theo builds an allegory for the transgender and grief stricken body. Their work examines the intertwining experiences of death and queerness, confronting the fear of uncertainty and demonisation of the Other.
Taking influence from a vast array of references from the 1987 film The Lost Boys to ancient folk tales, theatrical stage sets to nostalgic TV horror, Theo coins this practice ‘Trans World Building’.
From 5th to 15th December 2024, step into the mouldy opulence of this underground den populated with painted portals, shabby chandeliers and unruly lightning bolts.
Thursday 5th December
Private View from 6 - 8pm with a performance at 7.30pm
(Performers: Xan, Holli, Nikka, Theo)
Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th December
Pop-up book shop with Bona Varda
Bona Varda, founded in 2021 by Scottish photographer David McLean, began as a lockdown project delivering second-hand queer-themed books by bike in Hackney, London. Evolving from “Bona Books” to a broader platform, Bona Varda now showcases original art and photography, supporting emerging queer artists and amplifying their voices.
A Whole Open Mouth marks the end of the Studio 1.10 Residency by A.P.T.
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Theo Vasiloudes, Fran Cottell, Maggie Higginson, Victoria Rance, Sarah Locke, Sarah Walsh, David McLean, Xan, Holli, Nikka, Bobby, Orla Kenny and Lo Augusta.