Institute of Contemporary Art

The increasing violence against Asian communities across America has once again laid bare the pervasive nature of racism in our society. We honor and mourn the countless lives taken by devasting violence stemming from hatred and racist beliefs. In the wake of the murders of 8 people, including 6 Asian women in Atlanta and the escalating violence toward Asian Americans throughout this country, we share the pain and anger of so many in our community. This increasing violence co...mpels us, once again, to look to the heart of our mission and the foundation of who we are and what we doto champion and advocate for diverse voiceswhile supporting an exchange of ideas about art and society that resonates today. ICA remains committed to fostering and amplifying underrecognized voices and alternative narratives and outlooks that help us frame and reframe our understanding of the world. Our guiding principal of centering equity and inclusion in our own work has begun internally and drives everything we do. We support and celebrate our communities extending from West Philadelphia, the university, and beyondrecognizing the resilience of those around us at this difficult moment. #stopaapihate #StopAsianHate

This Thursday evening, the ICA Student Board and Penn Records present Milford Graves: A Music-Coloring Deal. Tune in with a Graves-inspired coloring book, created by the ICA Student Board and listen to musical performances by current and former Penn students, organized by Penn Records and held in conjunction with the exhibition Milford Graves: A Mind-Body Deal', currently on view at icaphila.org . Thursday, December 3 78PM #Free. #ForAll.... Register at: https://upenn.zoom.us/we/register/WN_UJO58DJ9TISTMWK-HLlP_g Featured Performers: Enohem (Nancy Rosenberg and Tomasz Tabernacki) class of 2021 Evan Thomas class of 2020 Kelsey Jobalia class of 2021 About: The ICA Student Board is an organization comprised of Penn Undergraduate students who are committed to advancing accessibility and inclusion within contemporary art. They serve as ambassadors of ICA exhibitions and programs, working with museum staff to establish the Institute as an essential space for student engagement with the arts at Penn. The Board leads initiatives that foster and strengthen the relationship between the museum and Penn’s student body, advises ICA staff as representatives of the University community, develops dynamic student-centered events, produces an annual arts publication, and manages promotional networks designed specifically for student outreach. Penn Records fosters the live music scene at Penn through organizing and marketing concerts by student musicians, and functioning as a record label. In addition to events, Penn Records provides students with resources for practicing and playing; connects student musicians who are looking to start a band; creates promotional content for student musicians; and provides students with resources to record their music. Milford Graves: A Mind-Body Deal is organized by Mark Christman, Artistic Director, Ars Nova Workshop Ars Nova Workshop with Anthony Elms, Daniel and Brett Sundheim Chief Curator, ICA. Curatorial support provided by Jake Meginsky. Image courtesy of Milford Graves.

Mondays with Milford continues this evening with In Performance: Part II, providing a unique glimpse into the artist’s prolific career in experimental instrumentation. This program offers an eclectic mix of footage consisting of individual performances and collaborative projects that Graves initiated over the years. Whereas Part I focused on Milford’s collaborations with other artists, tonight’s continuation of the series highlights his solo work. Streaming at 6PM EST. Visi...t icaphila.org to watch. #Free. #ForAll. Mondays with Milford: In Performance (Part II) program: Fukushima in Jazz Vol 42: Milford Graves, Mototeru Takagi, Toshisabulo Toyozumi, Kazutoki Umezu, and Toshinori Kondo (1977) Private VHS tape Runtime: 1:44:04 V. Bey Tape 2: Milford Graves Solo (date unknown) Private VHS tape Runtime: 21:20 International Film Festival Rotterdam concert in the Netherlands (2018) Digital video, color, sound Runtime: 24:43 Courtesy of Jef Mertens Taping Policies Mondays with Milford is a series of bi-weekly screenings of rare digital footage from Milford Graves’s archives will be shown throughout the run of Milford Graves: A Mind-Body Deal, along with additional video selections and dialogues that contextualize Graves’s practice. The themes and dates for each digital release are listed below. Screenings begin at 6PM and will remain online until the next program begins. For more information visit icaphila.org or click the link in our bio. This program series is co-presented by Ars Nova Workshop. Photo by: George Etheredge

Join us this afternoon at 3PM EST for an online conversation with jazz luminaries Milford Graves and Jason Moran! Register now at: https://upenn.zoom.us/we/register/WN_ddyB-vD2Td-IAwK1W-Snjw #Free. #ForAll.... Live captioning provided. On March 23, 2018, Milford Graves and Jason Moran mesmerized the audience at the Big Ears Festival in Knoxville, Tennessee with their improvisational performance. It was the first collaboration between the two artists who push beyond the margins set by the artform that has defined their careers. Despite their thirty-four year age difference, they share a profound sense of respect for history and remain committed to leaving behind a legacy that is representative of their distinctive perspectives. Today’s discussion between Graves and Moran will be a rare opportunity to sit-in on an intimate exchange between two preeminent figures of jazz, and is a precursor to the public release of their performance which is scheduled for next year. This program is co-presented by Ars Nova Workshop, and is held in conjunction with the exhibition Milford Graves: A Mind-Body Deal. Milford Graves: A Mind-Body Deal is organized by Mark Christman, Artistic Director, Ars Nova Workshop, with Anthony Elms, Daniel and Brett Sundheim Chief Curator, ICA. Curatorial support provided by Jake Meginsky. For more information, visit icaphila.org. Milford Graves Photo: Dominik Huber. Jason Moran Photo: Clay Patrick McBride.

PLAN YOUR VOTE is a 2020 artist initiative to promote and empower citizens to exercise their right to vote. Today you should: Register if you haven’t already. Verify your registration if you have any doubt. Check your absentee status if you aren’t sure. Set a reminder in case you forget. Let’s "bend the voting curve by getting friends and family to do the same. For more information go to PlanYourVote.org. @PlanYourVote @LeidyChurchman #PlanYourVote #LeidyChurchman #VoteDotOrg #Vote #VoteReady #Vote2020

Restorative Contact begins with the understanding that touch is an important part of human development. It helps us to be present in the moment, in our bodies, and with other people. Join us with a partner for tonight’s online session, guided through a mostly floor-based sequence of touch and weight-sharing, using various surfaces of the body. These passive contact poses are designed to regenerate, replenish, and reset the body and mind. We work slowly and mindfully with care... and respect for our body as well as our partner’s. Deep relaxation has been shown to help with anxiety, insomnia, digestion, fertility, and high blood pressure. The positive effects of touch are far-reaching, including emotional, physical, and cognitive wellbeing. Studies indicate that touch boosts dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin, the hormones associated with making people feel good, and lowers cortisol levels, which are associated with stress. To register, visit https://upenn.zoom.us//tJIqduGrqzosE9IPTWUoPGEr7KuGcvufvWBH Mindfulness at the Museum: Restorative Contact with Gabrielle Revlock Friday, November 13 6:307:45PM EST #Free. #ForAll. Registration required. Session Tips: This workshop is non-sexual, so your partner could be anyone with whom you are comfortable sharing intimate space. It is best to participate in an area with sufficient cushioning where two people can lay down and stretch out easily. Wear clothing that allows you to move freely. Additional props are not required, but a pillow or blanket is recommended for support. About: Gabrielle Revlock is the creator of Restorative Contact. She developed this practice by synthesizing key elements of various somatic techniques, including Contact Improvisation, Restorative Yoga, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Tai Chi, Klein Technique, Authentic Movement, and Deep Listening. Gabrielle has over 18 years of training as a professional dancer, choreographer, and movement instructor.

PLAN YOUR VOTE brings together our creative community to offer all the voting resources you need to exercise your rights. Now, more than ever, it's urgent to PLAN YOUR VOTE. Today you should: Register if you haven’t already. Verify your registration if you have any doubt.... Check your absentee status if you aren’t sure. Set a reminder in case you forget. For more information go to PlanYourVote.org. @PlanYourVote @macon_reed_studio #PlanYourVote #MaconReed #VoteDotOrg #Vote #VoteReady #Vote2020