BAM announces On Truth (and Lies)—A series exploring truth in conversation, art, literature, and Greek tragedy Sep 23—Dec 13

A series of artist and literary talks led by Simon Critchley with Paul Holdengräber; Pierre Huyghe and Liam Gillick; Tom McCarthy; and Anne Bogart

On Truth (and Lies) is co-presented with the Onassis Cultural Center NY

Brooklyn, NY/August 21, 2012—BAM expands its literary programming to include a full series of talks led by Simon Critchley, a leading contemporary philosopher and the moderator of the popular Times online column "The Stone." BAM builds on the success of Critchley’s recent talk at BAM with Cornel West in partnership with the Onassis Cultural Center NY for On Truth (and Lies), a conversation series that encourages audiences to explore the ambiguity of reality.

Paul Holdengräber (Sep 23), the director and founder of LIVE from the New York Public Library, joins Simon Critchley at the Book Festival to launch the series and examine the art of conversation. The series continues at the new BAM Fisher Hillman studio. French visual artist Pierre Huyghe and British conceptual artist Liam Gillick (Sep 27) join Critchley for an intimate discussion on truth and illusion in art. The celebrated author of Remainder, Men in Space, and C (shortlisted for the 2010 Man Booker Prize), Tom McCarthy (Oct 18) discusses truth and lies in literature, and legendary theater director Anne Bogart (Dec 13) joins Critchley to explore how truth and deception are revealed in tragedy. Tickets to On Truth (and Lies) are $15; $7.50 for Friends of BAM and can be purchased at BAM.org or by calling BAM Ticket Services at 718.636.4100 ( event on Sep 23 is free).

Simon Critchley is the Hans Jonas Professor of Philosophy at the New School for Social Research. Critchley is the moderator of philosophy column, “The Stone.” He is the author of more than a dozen books including two books of interviews, How to Stop Living and Start Worrying (Polity, 2010) and Impossible Objects (Polity, 2011). The Faith of the Faithless, a major new work on the relationship between politics, religion, and violence was recently published by Verso. He lives in Brooklyn. On Truth (and Lies) in Conversation With Paul Holdengräber Sun, Sep 23 at 4pm Brooklyn Borough Hall Courtroom Special Brooklyn Book Festival Edition (Free Event) To launch the series, Critchley turns the tables on Paul Holdengräber, the director and founder of LIVE from the New York Public Library, to examine the art of conversation, digression, and sustained dialogue. Holdengräber—an expert in what he calls "cognitive theater" and a seasoned interviewer of major cultural and political figures, from Jay-Z to Zadie Smith and Patti Smith to Slavoj Zizek—joins Critchley to discuss how truth emerges from conversation.

On Truth (and Lies) in Art With Pierre Huyghe and Liam Gillick Thu, Sep 27 at 7pm BAM Fisher (Hillman Studio), 321 Ashland Place Tickets: $15 ($7.50 for Friends of BAM) Exploring the links between the art world, capitalism, transparency and reality, French visual artist Pierre Huyghe and British conceptual artist Liam Gillick join Critchley to discuss truth and illusion in art.

On Truth (and Lies) in Literature With Tom McCarthy Thu, Oct 18 at 7pm BAM Fisher (Hillman Studio), 321 Ashland Place Tickets: $15 ($7.50 for Friends of BAM) Is literature a true representation of our commonly shared world? The celebrated author of Remainder, Men in Space, and C (shortlisted for the 2010 Man Booker Prize), Tom McCarthy joins Critchley to discuss truth and lies in literature, from the canonical works of Cervantes and Joyce to contemporary writings.

On Truth (and Lies) in Greek Tragedy With Anne Bogart Thu, Dec 13 at 7pm BAM Fisher (Hillman Studio), 321 Ashland Place Tickets: $15 ($7.50 for Friends of BAM) Legendary theater director Anne Bogart joins Critchley to discuss how truth and deception are revealed in tragedy. Bogart has ventured into the world of tragedy in several works, including Orestes, Antigone, and this season's production of Trojan Women (After Euripides). She is the artistic director of SITI Company, which she founded with Japanese director Tadashi Suzuki in 1992, and a professor at Columbia University.

The Onassis Cultural Center NY presents cultural and artistic activities concerning ancient, Byzantine, and modern Hellenic culture. Activities include art exhibitions, concerts, lectures and conferences, public conversations, theatrical and dance performances, poetry readings, and film screenings. Following their presentation at the Onassis Cultural Center NY, these activities often tour other cultural and art institutions in the and Canada. OCCNY is part of the Onassis Foundation (USA). onassisusa.org

Brooklyn Academy of Music’s (BAM’s) mission is to be a home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas. America’s oldest performing arts institution, it is recognized internationally for innovative dance, music, and theater programming—including its renowned Next Wave Festival. BAM also features an acclaimed repertory film program, literary and visual art events, and extensive educational programs. The institution is led by President Karen Brooks Hopkins and Executive Producer Joseph V. Melillo. BAM.org

For press information on On Truth (and Lies) contact Monica Ortiz Rossi, [email protected], 718.636.4129 x8

Credits On Truth (and Lies) is co-presented with the Onassis Cultural Center NY.

Leadership support for On Truth (and Lies) provided by Jonathan F.P. & Diana Calthorpe Rose.

Programming in the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House is supported and endowed by The Howard Gilman Foundation. Programming in the BAM Harvey Theater is endowed by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation.

The BAM facilities are owned by the City of New York and benefit from public funds provided through the Department of Cultural Affairs with support from Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg; Cultural Affairs Commissioner Kate D. Levin; the New York City Council including Council Speaker Christine C. Quinn, Finance Committee Chair Domenic M. Recchia, Jr., Cultural Affairs Committee Chair Jimmy Van Bramer, the Brooklyn Delegation of the Council, and Councilwoman Letitia James; and Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz.

General Information BAM Howard Gilman Opera House, BAM Rose Cinemas, and BAMcafé are located in the Peter Jay Sharp building at 30 Lafayette Avenue (between St Felix Street and Ashland Place) in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn. BAM Harvey Theater is located two blocks from the main building at 651 Fulton Street (between Ashland and Rockwell Places). Both locations house Greenlight Bookstore at BAM kiosks. BAM Fisher, located at 321 Ashland Place, is the newest addition to the BAM campus and houses the Judith and Alan Fishman Space and Rita K. Hillman Studio. BAM Rose Cinemas is Brooklyn’s only movie house dedicated to first-run independent and foreign film and repertory programming. BAMcafé, operated by Great Performances, is open for dining prior to BAM Howard Gilman Opera House evening performances. BAMcafé also features an eclectic mix of spoken word and live music for BAMcafé Live on Friday and Saturday nights with a special BAMcafé Live menu available starting at 6pm.

Subway: 2, 3, 4, 5, Q, B to Atlantic Avenue - (2, 3, 4, 5 to Nevins St for Harvey Theater) D, N, R to Pacific Street; G to Fulton Street; C to Lafayette Avenue Train: Long Island Railroad to Atlantic Terminal - Barclays Center Bus: B25, B26, B41, B45, B52, B63, B67 all stop within three blocks of BAM Car: Commercial parking lots are located adjacent to BAM

For ticket and BAMbus information, call BAM Ticket Services at 718.636.4100, or visit BAM.org.

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