Performance artist Bill Talen — known as Reverend Billy — is at the forefront of environmental awareness and is taking many risks to bring this vital message to the world. With his trademark ironic/humorous touch, watch and listen at this youtube.com link as the Rev as gives a sermon in the Atlantic Ocean near Coney Island.
Learn about Reverend Billy’s activities and upcoming events at revbilly.com. He needs everyone’s help!
It’s that time of year again — BURNING MAN time. This annual event, which attracts nearly 50,000 free spirits, will take place in the Black Rock Desert in northwestern Nevada from Monday, August 27th, through Monday, September 3rd. The 2012 theme is FERTILITY.
With mind-bending art installations, radical music, interactive experiences (interpret that how you will), and performances of all varieties (interpret that how you will), Burning Man is an annual bacchanal that people say frees the spirit, elevates the soul, and makes you feel good to be alive. I’ve always wanted to attend — for the artwork alone (I’m serious!) — but the roughing it aspect, I’ll admit, is beyond me. But best wishes to all who attend — hope you have fun. I will be with you in spirit and watch the live feed via the Internet.
Shout out to my pal Reverend Billy, who’s been a Burning Man must-see for years.
Photo: 2012 Burning Man pavilion design by Rod Garrett and Andrew Johnstone
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