“Dismaland” organized by Banksy (2015)

This event went viral a few weeks ago, undoubtedly due to Banksy’s reputation. This event is a physical forum for artworks by over fifty artists, modeled after Walt Disney’s Disneyland that runs from August 21 to September 27 this year in Weston-super-Mare, England. The experience of park-goers is a satirical take on a theme park experience– in this mimicry, the park becomes theatrical. The people become participants and must experience the works as if they were rides. Although this project can be considered from a museum-esque because it showcases many different works of art, I think the fake-amusement-park contex is enough to separate it and make it a live piece. The entire park is a live work. Also, unlike museums, this park is not a permanent fixture with rotating galleries or exhibits.