Harbourfront Centre - Focus Archives

SHIFT

Presented June through September 2009

What does it mean to change your perspectives on ideas, explore new ways of approaching an old notion or to literally shift gears?

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PAUSE

Presented September 2008 to May 2009

In a world where we are constantly bombarded with information and images, what happens when someone really takes the time to reflect?

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BORDERS

Presented June through September 2008

Is the world smaller than you think? What would a world without borders look like? Can culture be a universal language? What are the limits of your personal space?

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GENERATIONS

Presented June through December 2007

What are the defining moments of your generation? How deep are the roots of your family tree? What legacy will you leave?

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DESIRE

Presented January through May 2007

Every act of creation begins with a desire. But is desire by its very nature unattainable? Are you careful what you wish for? If it feels right, is it wrong?

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POWER OF PLACE

Presented June through December 2006

Geography, history, memory all guide us as we struggle to find a sense of belonging and identity. They can direct us as clearly as a map or a compass. But does your heritage define you or does it make you part of a community? Do you belong to your neighbourhood or does it belong to you? What is your place in the world?

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BEAUTY

Presented January through May 2006

One moment we can be talking about true beauty and the next referring to functional beauty or something that is so ugly it's beautiful. Is beauty defined by personal tastes or perspectives or can we apply some universal standards to it?

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