Theo Dunne: A whole open mouth

5 Dec-15 Dec 2024

Overview

‘When the absence of compression greets this shape of his, this definition anew tastes so good like a whole open mouth’

Theo Dunne’s first solo exhibition with A.P.T, A Whole Open Mouth, invites you to encounter the in-between as a permanent place of dwelling. 

Through the flimsy structure of an unfinished archive detailing a local vampire frenzy, Theo builds an allegory for the transgender and grief stricken body. Their work examines the intertwining experiences of death and queerness, confronting the fear of uncertainty and demonisation of the Other. 

Taking influence from a vast array of references from the 1987 film The Lost Boys to ancient folk tales, theatrical stage sets to nostalgic TV horror, Theo coins this practice ‘Trans World Building’.

From 5th to 15th December 2024, step into the mouldy opulence of this underground den populated with painted portals, shabby chandeliers and unruly lightning bolts.