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Scenes from After Hours at the Hirshhorn

Overcast skies proved no match for music, drinks, and live video performances

Leah Binkovitz

The Hirshhorn hosted another successful After Hours party. Photo by Leah Binkovitz

Despite the day of rain, the After Hours party at the Hirshhorn could not be stopped. Guests got in some late-night gallery wandering before heading to the courtyard for drinks, music and the world premier of Peter Glantz‘s memorable performance, The World. The film and theater director took the crowd on a magical journey, after first verifying that everyone in attendance was, indeed, in favor of fun.

Crowds took in some late-night artwork in the galleries and sculpture garden before a live performance in the courtyard. Photo by Leah Binkovitz

Drinks and DJs ushered people outside. Photo by Leah Binkovitz

Film and theater director Peter Glantz entertained the audience dressed as a mad scientist. Photo by Leah Binkovitz

Artwork from the premier of Glantz’s video performance, The World. Courtesy the Hirshhorn Museum

Known for his whimsical creations, Glantz integrates video and live performance for one-of-a-kind events. Photo by Leah Binkovitz

More scenes from The World. Courtesy the Hirshhorn Museum

Everyone confirms they’re pro-fun. Photo by Leah Binkovitz

 

 

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Leah Binkovitz

Leah Binkovitz is a Stone & Holt Weeks Fellow at Washington Post and NPR. Previously, she was a contributing writer and editorial intern for the At the Smithsonian section of Smithsonian magazine.