In June 2008, Austria and Switzerland play host to the European championship soccer tournament UEFA Euro 2008™. On this occasion, the Austrian Culture Forum has commissioned an exhibition Bread and Soccer: in the arena of art that explores not only the magical flowing rhythm of the game itself but the unique energy and identity that soccer fans have brought to the sport. Eleven artists (like the eleven players on a soccer team) present works that suggest ways in which the cult of spectatorship meets the culture of participation.

Despite the exhibition in the gallery, several film screenings will take place. One highlight of the exhibition will be a series of foosball tournaments – with players of the New York Red Bulls – that will serve as a contact point between professional soccer players, exhibition visitors, and fans.

Curators’ Guided Tour of the Exhibition: Wednesday | May 28, 2008 | 11am