A pioneering Brooklyn-based performance nonprofit founded in 2003, ISSUE presents projects by interdisciplinary artists that expand the boundaries of artistic practice and stimulate critical dialogue in the broader community. ISSUE serves as a leading cultural incubator, facilitating the commission and premiere of innovative new works spanning genres of music, dance, literature and film.

Show Added! Joni: Surge: Intricate Things and Dangerous Tools

22 Boerum Place, Brooklyn 11201

ISSUE is pleased to present Surge: Intricate Things and Dangerous Tools (previously "Performance #1"), the first commission from 2024 Artist-In-Residence Joni. The artist will present work-in-progress showings and new compositions of incredibly revealing, intimate and visceral sound work, alongside new ceramic pieces.

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Holland Andrews / Methods Body

22 Boerum Place, Brooklyn 11201

Holland Andrews (2020 ISSUE Artist-In-Residence) returns to the 22 Boerum Pl. theater with Portland-based sound artists Methods Body to present solo performances, plus the world premiere of their collaboration, REMAIN.

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Artists-In-Residence 2024

Ongoing Series

ISSUE Project Room is pleased to announce the selection of interdisciplinary artists Axine M, Joni, Katie Porter and Kwami Winfield as Artists-In-Residence presenting new works in the 2024 season.

Suzanne Fiol Curatorial Fellowship 2024

Ongoing Series

ISSUE Project Room is pleased to announce the selection of Lina Azalea Dahbour as 2024 Suzanne Fiol Curatorial Fellow. Next year, the artist will present Blind Date, a series of performances that bring together unlikely pairs of musicians and dancers.

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  • Two free tickets for events $15 and below,
  • Discounts on all tickets and Distributed Objects releases,
  • Exclusive pre-sales for events, and more.