We are pleased to announce a partnership with the Parker Palm Springs for their inaugural arts, music and design series, Parker Sessions at the Amphitheater, inviting forward-thinking artists, musicians, filmmakers and designers to create and converge.
For the opening session on October 16, we are excited to welcome our board member and acclaimed contemporary artist Nicholas Galanin, whose work, Never Forget, was one of the most visited installations of Desert X 2021, in conversation with prominent art collector and philanthropist Nancy Magoon.
The evening will start with a conversation between Galanin and Magoon, moderated by Bryan Barcena, West Coast Editor of Artforum exploring Galanin’s practice and his experience working in the Coachella Valley. Following the conversation, Galanin will perform with his band, Ya Tseen, an ever-evolving indie pop and electronic music project he developed alongside his artistic practice.
6:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Guest Arrival: Doors open at the Amphitheater as guests begin to arrive and gather on the estate.
7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | In Conversation Artist Talk: Host Nancy Magoon and Nicholas Galanin will take the stage for an intimate conversation about Galanin’s artistic practice and experience working in the Coachella Valley. Moderated by Bryan Barcena, West Coast Editor of Artforum.
7:45 PM – 8:15 PM | Live Music Performance: The Amphitheater transforms into a full live music venue as Ya Tseen performs, blending indigenous perspectives with contemporary soundscapes.
8:30 PM | VIP Option – Seated Dinner: Following the music, VIP ticket holders move to mister parker’s for an exclusive dining experience hosted by Nancy Magoon and Nicholas Galanin.