I have a vision of communication breakdown. Technology is, at this point, more prolific than ever. However, it is slowly evolving into a tool only fully-realized by those “in the know,” or financially well-off. More and more of the general public is losing track of information, simply because they lack access to technology, or their permissions are being revoked by rulings from those in control. Currently, I’m beginning to re-explore the notion of human-to-human contact. Public performance. Orating. Speeches. Performance art.

The key is to focus on presentation that lacks a reliance on technology.

The reason I feel this is vital is because I envision technology, or an energy source to power it, becoming to expensive for the average citizen to afford or acquire. Reintroducing public discourse at the street level-as opposed to the virtual internet model-is of major importance and focus.

Sharing information between like-minded individuals is of tantamount importance, particularly so within the sphere of activism. When those in power and in control wish to stifle the flow of information, technology will be the first to experience restrictions.

Even if the non-profit arts collective I run is shut down, even if they raise the price of street performance permits to exorbitant levels…I’ll keep pushing for live performances and speeches. Encouraging ground-level, accessible, AFFORDABLE contact between people is of vital importance.