The Sutton School of Art and Suoni per il Popolo are proud to present the largest ever exhibition of painted bedsheets and show a wide variety of Peter Schumann’s expertise as a painter, sculptor, musician, dancer, choreographer, writer, baker and director. The exhibit will also feature 100+ Documentary Films about Bread and Puppet by Jerome Lipani
This exhibition is curated by local artist and dancer Vicki Tansey and Alexis Smith, BP Puppeteer Curatrix of nearly 40 years.
October 12 - November 16, 2024
Thursdays - Sundays (or by appt.) 11 AM - 4 PM
10$ on www.ecoleartsutton.ca or at the door
Gilles Ste-Croix of Cirque du Soleil presents Peter Schumman of the Bread and Puppet Theatre.
Performances by Peter Schumann, Alexis Smith, Bread and Puppet Musicians and special guests. Meet the artists, the curators and immerse yourself in this vibrant artistic movement that has shaped political theater for over half a century.
This exhibit offers a deep dive into the world of Bread Puppet Theater and its visionary founder Peter Schumannwhose work has pushed the boundaries of art, politics, and community engagement for decades. Witness firsthand the vast collection of Schumann’s bedsheet paintings, experience the monumental puppetry that has moved audiences across the world, and reflect on the works of one of the most prolific artists in theatre history.
The Bread Puppet Theater, founded in 1963, began in New York City’s Lower East Side, addressing pressing social issues like rent, anti-war themes and police brutality through art. Over the years, it grew into an iconic movement, staging grand processions and performances, particularly during the Vietnam War. The company moved to a farm in Glover, Vermont, in 1974, where its legendary Domestic Resurrection Circus captivated audiences for decades.
Today, Bread Puppet continues to inspire new generations with its blend of art and activism. Peter at age 90 is producing new works every day: drawing, choreographing, performing, writing, dancing, painting, sculpting, baking and directing. He is one of the most prolific artists in theatre history. Bedsheets for the Not-Yet Humanity is a must-see exhibit for anyone interested in political art, community-driven theater, and the enduring power of creativity to spark change.
