PLASTIC BAG (on-demand)

Directed by Feras Shaheen.

The performative video installation draws from the postmodern concept of hyperreality, exploring shifting states of personal perception. Using semiotics, street dance and digital media, the performers in Plastic Bag navigate the boundaries of their highly mediated worlds; pushing against their own desires, warped realities and their hyperreal existence.

Recording of live performance on 14/05/22 at The Flying Nun, Darlinghurst.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Feras Shaheen’s art practice spans across performance, semiotics, street dance, readymade art and digital media. Shaheen was born in Dubai, to Palestinian parents, and moved to Sydney at the age of 11. Shaheen traverses different roles within the arts, working as a director, performer, teacher, choreographer and digital artist. He holds a Bachelor of Design from Western Sydney University (2014) and in addition to his artistic practice works as a freelance designer, photographer and filmmaker.

Feras is currently working with Marrugeku presenting Jurrungu Ngan-ga, a collaborative production that addresses both local and global issues regarding the fear of cultural difference. In an ongoing capacity, Feras works on a duet titled ‘Klapping’ with Ahilan Ratnamohan, a contemporary project that consists of choreographic research into football, initially commissioned by Campbelltown Arts Centre (2017). In 2021, Feras has conceptualised and designed ‘Forum Q’ - a hybrid art form between public art installation and recreation space for the community in collaboration with CAC and Campbelltown Council. Feras has been awarded The Australian Ballet’s Telstra Emerging Choreographer (TEC) in 2021. 

RESERVE A SEAT ON YOUR COUCH

This performance is now available for on-demand streaming. Purchase an "On-Demand Broadcast Link" (below) and you will be emailed information on how to access your private viewing of PLASTIC BAG. Invite your friends over for a viewing party and enjoy the show from the comfort of your couch.