"I'm always thinking of you even when I'm kissing another boy"

By Ethan Shoshan

In Loving Memory of Israel Julien (1981 - 2009)


On view February 27 through April 17, 2010

Reception: Thursday, March 25, 6:00-9:00pm

Live Storytelling: every Saturday during run of exhibition, 2:00-4:00pm

Intimate Portraits film screening: March 11, 7:00-9:00pm



Newark, New Jersey—Aljira, a Center for Contemporary Art is pleased to bring the latest solo project by Ethan Shoshan. The artist will present an intimate collection of more than 100 objects—some art, some ephemera, some gifted, some found—all of which have a story. In the tradition of oral storytelling, making it both subject and medium, Shoshan presents a narrative for each object on display. Stories range from rhetorical and touching to explicit and provocative; each lending clairvoyance to a voyeuristic experience. Guests have the freedom to peruse the objects and listen to an accompanying audio guide. Shoshan also provides live storytelling performances every Saturday, from 2:00 to 4:00pm.