Laurie Anderson: About Time with Benjamín Labatut

Do you feel like you’re running out of time? Which way is it going? Are you able to stop time? If so, how? Many objects in the Rubin’s collection of Himalayan art reflect the Buddhist concept of time, including the interconnected nature of the past and future. About Time aims to reframe our perspective on time and its impact on our lives. Performance artist, electronic music pioneer, and filmmaker Laurie Anderson invited a group of her favorite writers, thinkers, and poets to tackle the big questions about time. In a lively discussion that covers everything from déjà vu to Dune, Laurie and novelist Benjamín Labatut explore the concept of what is real and what is not. This conversation took place in-person at the Rubin’s former 150 West 17th Street building in 2024. About the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art The Rubin is a global museum dedicated to presenting Himalayan art and its insights through exhibitions, participatory experiences, a dynamic digital platform, and partnerships. Inspired and informed by Himalayan art, the Rubin invites people to contemplate the human experience and deepen connections with the world around them in order to expand awareness, enhance well-being, and cultivate compassion. Listen to the full About Time series: https://rubinmuseum.org/laurie-anders... Subscribe to the Rubin Museum YouTube channel:    / @rubinmuseum