912 is a VR 360 video that delves into the lives of trans and non-binary individuals as they navigate the daily challenge of waiting and carrying on.
The title reflects the number of days Niya had to wait for her first appointment at the Gender Identity Clinic. The wait times have been increasing across the UK, with first appointments now taking anywhere from three to five years.
The project consists of three parts, each capturing one-third of the 912-day journey, using a 360 camera. Niya engaged with diverse communities of trans and non-binary people in Birmingham and London through workshops and participatory performances.
912 goes beyond a personal story to resonate with a wider audience, exploring conditions of waiting, frustration, hope, resilience and community support.
Visitors at Kupfer will experience the 360 video through a VR headset within an immersive video-sound installation.
The exhibition is supported by Hackney Council's Pride365 grant programme for Transgender Awareness Week and Transgender Day of Remembrance and is produced in collaboration with Queer Art Projects and Kupfer.
OPENING HOURS:
Wednesday, 15 November , 12.00 - 19.00
Thursday, 16 November , 12.00 - 19.00
Friday, 17 November , 12.00 - 19.00
Saturday, 18 November , 11.00 - 18.00
Sunday, 19 November , 11.00 - 18.00
BOOKINGS: We have viewing slots available to ensure everyone who visits has the chance to watch the 360 video. Please book your slot below.
TICKETS: Tickets are available on a Pay What You Can (PWYC) basis. If you are unable to afford the minimum £1, please send us a message, and we will provide you with a complimentary ticket.
All profits will be donated to Gendered Intelligence, a registered charity that works to increase understandings of gender diversity and improve the lives of trans people.
ACCESSIBILITY: There are two external steps from street level to the ground floor space of the venue, where the exhibition is taking place. Kupfer has a movable ramp for assisted wheelchair users but this cannot be permanently installed due to site constraints. Please let us know in advance of your visit if you need to use the ramp and we will be more than happy to assist you.
Toilets are located on the first floor of the venue. There are a number of venues in the area (pubs, cafés, restaurants) that have step-free access to toilets. The closest one (next door) is the Fox pub with level access from the main entrance to the ground floor all-gender disabled toilet. Opening times of the pub are Mon-Sat 12-11pm.
The 360 video is 10min long and visitors watch it through a VR headset standing. There will be chairs available for those who need to sit, please ask.
Currently, there are no subtitles in the video. There will be a transcript with large font text available. We are also planning to release an audio version of the work.