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Park Avenue Armory Faces Backlash Over Abramovic's Controversial Show

12/6/2025

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The Park Avenue Armory faces criticism for hosting Marina Abramovic, a Park Avenue Armory board member, and her upcoming performance 'Balkan Erotic Epic' that features explicit content.
Critics say the Armory, which has attempted to evict child cadets from the building, prioritizes controversial art over community services.
Abramovic is accused of a conflict of interest.
The show is set to premiere in December 2026.

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The Park Avenue Armory faces criticism for hosting Marina Abramovic, a Park Avenue Armory board member, and her upcoming performance 'Balkan Erotic Epic' that features explicit content.
Critics say the Armory, which has attempted to evict child cadets from the building, prioritizes controversial art over community services.
Abramovic is accused of a conflict of interest.
The show is set to premiere in December 2026.