Sharon Hayes
Sharon Hayes is an American artist known for her innovative work that intersects performance, video, and installation art. Her practice often explores themes of language, politics, and the personal, creating immersive experiences that challenge viewers to engage with the narratives presented. Hayes gained notable recognition for her 2012 exhibition at the Museo Reina Sofía, which examined the relationship between oral translation and collective memory, echoing her continued exploration of the dynamics between history and contemporary identity.
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Recent news mentions
Sharon Hayes is a legendary performer who taught Laia Estruch at the Cooper Union in New York.
Laia Estruch, el fuego de la ‘performance’: “Hay personas a las que les dan ataques de risa y no me ofende nada. Otras lloran” | Placeres | S Moda
Spain· 2026-03-06
Sharon Hayes is an artist whose work is thematically connected to Laia Estruch's exhibition, focusing on oral translation and the relationship between history, politics, and language.
Estaciones de paso: la escultura mutante de Laia Estruch se expande por el Reina Sofía | BabeliaSpain· 2025-04-06
