TV Dinner

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Plato's Porno Cave: The Trial
June 13, 2014 - July 16, 2014
at Little Berlin Gallery 
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Description of the exhibition: After 4 years of searching for that perfect shadow on the wall, Platoʼs Porno Cave is excited to share with Philadelphia its finest installment of surrealist manifestation to date. This year will present a maddening gala that puts the whole audience on trial.
At the center of the gallery stands a living tree. A question is posed Chaos or Order? Do we tend to this majestic example of natureʼs beauty and enjoy its shade for years to come, or set it ablaze in pursuit of an all night party of excess? A trial in ancient Athenian fashion shall ensue. The audience plays the role of jury and gets to decide whether they want to be ruled by the flagrance of Dionysius or the glowing rationale of Apollo. Throughout the night arguments from both corners will be presented through music, theater, and interactive spectacle. Once all of the ballots have been cast the result will either be a triumphant celebration of life or a grande coupe de grace!

Description of installation: TV Dinners have been a staple of American convenience since the dawn of the TV era. Join Platoʼs Porno Cave as an entire family of Pan worshippers is served a 7-course meal fit for Dali by Platoʼs absolute truths. Audience members will be able to participate in this ongoing festivity, and may even receive gifts from their hosts if theyʼre lucky. And all this without missing any of your favorite shows.

performances by Marshall James Kavanaugh, CB, Elijah Snyder-Vidmar, SSengam VisitorTen Niloc
videos by Jesse Engaard, Masha Badinter, Jim Garvey, and Matt Fraatz