The Kestner Gesellschaft is pleased to announce the publication of the artist's book Jack O'Brien: Cue the Cue – on the occasion of the eponymous first major solo exhibition by the British artist, on view at the Kestner Gesellschaft from 26 April to 20 July 2025, and curated by Alexander Wilmschen.
The artist's book is also the first comprehensive monograph on Jack O'Brien, created in close collaboration with him, and documents his practice from 2021 to 2025. O'Brien explores themes such as staging, visibility, queer identity, and the circular dynamics between consumption, body, and performance.
As a conceptual artist's book, the publication stands in direct relation to the magazine collages of the exhibition – a torn cover, perforated pages, and a shoelace sealed under cellophane transform it into a sculptural gesture in its own right.
To celebrate the launch, coffee and croissants will be served at the release event at the Kestner Gesellschaft, Goseriede 11, 30159 Hannover, on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 3 PM.
For the Berlin release, drinks will be offered at Hackbarth’s, Auguststraße 49A, 10119 Berlin, on Saturday, February 28, 2026, starting at 4 PM.
The artist book can be purchased at a reduced price of 34 Euro both at the release in Hanover and in Berlin, and can be signed by the artist upon request in Berlin. O’Brien’s edition Grasp (2025), produced specifically for the Kestner Gesellschaft, will also be available on site.
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