Saturday 25 May from 12 noon

Talk: 12:00noon – 1:00pm | What is Marxism and Critical Theory?

An Introduction to Marxism and Critical Theory, presented by Declan Long and Francis Halsall, Lecturers, MA Art in the Contemporary World, NCAD.

Panel Discussion: 1.00pm – 2.00pm | Panelists include: Mark Curran (artist), John Molyneux (socialist and activist blogger on Marxist theory and art), Declan Long and Francis Halsall, (Lecturers ACW, NCAD). This panel discussion considers the renewed interest in Marxist theory and its manifestations and relevance for contemporary art theory and practice. This discussion will draw on some of the central ideas addressed in the Intelligence Squared debate, Karl Marx was Right to be screened afterwards. To engage with the content of discussion we advise attendees to view this debate in advance. Please see details below.

Screening: 2.00pm – 3:45pm | Karl Marx was Right ..A debate from Intelligence Squared* titled Karl Marx was Right, see Intelligence Squared, live broadcast on Tuesday 9 April 2013, see www.intelligencesquared.com/events/karl-marx

Booking is essential. Free tickets are available online at www.imma.ie/en/page_236732.htm