ABSTRACT
I interviewed Ron in the open-plan Fusebox offices in Austin, Texas. It was November 2017. After meeting a number of Ron’s colleagues, we sat in a corner facing the garden. I was loving the warm weather—a respite from cold NYC—and the friendly and down-to-earth vibe. Since this interview took place, Fusebox has grown substantially. In addition to its annual contemporary art and performance festival, it now features a comprehensive artist archive and a critical online platform that features writings, interviews, art works, and a podcast, as well as an expanded commitment to creating sustainable practices and supporting the local economy as an integral part of their mission. Due to COVID-19, the 2020 edition of the festival was a Virtual Edition, created alongside Fusebox’s Associate Artistic Director and Curator Anna Gallagher-Ross.
