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The elusive graffiti artist Banksy has created a theme park on the site of the Tropicana, which once was a public swimming pool in a town on England’s west coast. Banksy’s park is billed as a “bemusement park” called “Dismaland.” It features his art and installations, as well as work by over 50 other artists, including Damien Hirst, Jenny Holzer, and David Shrigley.
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As one would expect from Banksy, the project was shrouded in secrecy. Locals were led to believe that it was a film set for a crime thriller. Within the past week, though, rumors started to fly. Yesterday, the press was given a peek; today, it opens to townies; and tomorrow, to the general public for five weeks.
The artist described the work as “a festival of art, amusements, and entry level anarchism,” in a press release. There are rides and booths, as well as three galleries, but most have described the experience with words like terrifying, grotesque, and anarchy-infused. Sounds like tons of fun! But what would he call his new Astrodome?
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Damn good idea Paula. I’d like to see the Astrodome used for something, anything, before it crumbles.