Arika have been creating events since 2001. The Archive is space to share the documentation of our work, over 600 events from the past 20 years. Browse the archive by event, artists and collections, explore using theme pairs, or use the index for a comprehensive overview.
A panel exploring the poetics of abolition. “Poetry is not only dream and vision; it is the skeleton architecture of our lives. It lays the foundations for a future of change.”
Take a break and/ or hang in an Open Meet Up in IRL and URL
A delicate and detailed walk through the urban and rural landscape around Dundee; a poetic focus on the details found. A performance for 16mm projection and live amplified objects (maybe pine cones, maybe a coke bottle).
Simon Morris is joined by Nick Thurston as they attempt to read aloud whilst peddling on exercise bikes.
A 101 panel on sex work in Scotland, hosted by Scotland for Decrim and National Ugly Mugs
A series of three short performed situations and statements to be examined or judged from the most interesting young musician in Glasgow (we think).
A celebration of the release of four books written by members of, and focused on about the House and Ballroom scene.
Live ISDN drone performance resonating between Dundee and an empty Montreal Grain Silo.
An audio and video investigation of gender cults, Catholicism, hauntings and nuns’ use of audio devices…
Work for cello, percussion, contra bassoon and cherbulum commissioned for Instal in collaboration with Paragon
French improviser, composer, writer & musical thinker of dry humour and elegant clarity. Sly conjurer of music from the unconsidered processes of music making.
What does it mean to listen with the mind as well as the ears? A solo performance from the great avant-garde pianist.
