A HYBRID EXHIBITION of physical and projected artwork.

D E L I R I U M invited artists to explore the fragile line between beauty and unraveling, where the mind thrums with restless energy and shadows glisten with unspoken menace. The artwork may fixate on the obsessive, hush the ordinary, or jolt the senses with stark revelations. Visuals will echo with gasps, fevered strokes, and perhaps the pallor of something half-remembered. Delirium, a space for art that bleats in the night, quivers with intensity, and teeters between rapture and ruin — a gallery transformed into the haunting architecture of the mind. You have received the whispered warning…

D E L I R I U M is curated by Payal Thiffault and Michelle May of Juniper Rag, who are known for their annual call for dark art and Cirque du Noir of Worcester.

The D E L I R I U M exhibition will bring a revenant and ethereal atmosphere to the gallery during the heightened sense of the unknown—that last week of October. Feel the Suspended reality, when the ordinary feels briefly enchanted or dangerous. Thin veils between the seen and unseen, the living and the dead. Shared rituals, a cultural heartbeat of play and dread. Heightened perceptions, every shadow, creak, and whisper feels loaded.

A Collaboration that will begin the atmospheric and intoxicating performance preparing you for —A Poe Double Header!

D E L I R I U M, a hybrid exhibition (live + projected) presented by Juniper Rag at the Jean McDonough Arts Center; exhibited in tandem with The Hanover Theatre Rep’s 5th Annual Edgar Allan Poe Double Header, a 60 minute solo show comprised of The Tell-Tale Heart and The Cask of Amontillado.

[JR Ticket Link will be updated soon]

Save The Dates:

Opening & Awards: Wednesday, October 29, 5-8 pm, cash bar until doors at theater.

A special musical performance, projections and more.

Costume Gala: Friday, October 31, 6-8:30 pm, in between performances. Cash bar.

🏆 3 Curator's Choice Awards for D E L I R I U M will be chosen.

👁️ Selection Criteria:

Works will be evaluated for conceptual strength, originality, and alignment with the theme’s psychological and aesthetic depth. We will consider how effectively each piece evokes atmosphere, engages the viewer’s senses, and lingers in the imagination. Technical skill, material choice, and overall presentation will factor into the selection, but equal weight will be given to emotional resonance and narrative impact. The final curation will reflect a balance of mediums, perspectives, and voices, creating an exhibition that captures the fevered beauty and unsettling allure at the heart of DELIRIUM.

Each artist who receives a Curator’s Choice Award will receive an artist feature and social media posts.

🧠 Uniqueness of this Opportunity with THT Rep/JMAC/PopUp:

  • D E L I R I U M explores the dark side of the senses of sight and sound, this hybrid exhibition will feature physical pieces together with a virtual selection of work in a projected slide show, all enhanced by a curated soundtrack.

  • The Hanover Theatre Rep presents its 5th Annual Edgar Allan Poe Double Header for the duration of the exhibition in the adjacent BrickBox Theater. With the production attracting hundreds of viewers, this opportunity to exhibit this genre of art in one of Worcester’s coolest venues during Poe week is not to be missed.

  • For dark art in central MA, this is the show to be in! Artists in this exhibition are among the best in New England in this genre and it was a fun opportunity for all artists to dip into the waters of their dark side. Michelle May is also the founder of Worcester's Cirque du Noir, an arts event known for bringing darkness to light and community together to celebrate art.

  • A week of Poe performances equates to a week worth of openings to an audience of viewers who love the darkness--with hundreds of new eyes every day. You do not have to have tickets to the theatre to visit the gallery. Hours are 2-6pm and doors and the bar are open prior to each performance.

  • Costume Gala On Halloween, Friday, Oct 31 from 6-8:30 pm, between the double-header performances. Wear your deliriously cool Poe-tic attire! Prize for best costume. (You do not have to purchase tickets to the show to attend the costume party, but why miss out on the entire experience?)

  • Collaborative marketing with the Jean McDonough Arts Center and The Hanover Theatre Rep, both programs of The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts.

  • Special D E L I R I U M selected artist discount on tickets to the Edgar Allan Poe Double Header. A code will be sent with your acceptance for tracking, so please use that code for ticketing.

ART: JULIE BECK

WHY DO THOUSANDS OF ARTISTS WORK WITH US?

JUNIPER RAG IS A MARKETING PLATFORM FOR ARTISTS + A PLACE COLLECTORS FIND CURATED ART

  • We create personal relationships– with as many artists as we can. We learn about their work, their stories and their processes to share as much of the essence of what drives the creation work to help viewers understand and appreciate the work itself.

  • Elevation of your work – Juniper Rag exhibitions are recognized for their curatorial excellence and thematic sophistication, attracting collectors, curators, corporate partners, non-profits and press.

  • Curated Audience – We cultivate an engaged community of art lovers who value conceptual depth and technical skill.

  • Artist Features – Selected artists are spotlighted in Juniper Rag’s digital platforms, expanding their visibility beyond the exhibition.

  • Professional Credibility – Being part of a Juniper Rag exhibition enhances an artist’s CV because we only select the high level of art for our concept-driven exhibitions.

  • Diverse Reach – Our audience spans local, national, and international audiences..

  • Thoughtful Curation – Each show is crafted to create a strong visual and thematic narrative, elevating every participating work.

  • Supportive Environment – We actively promote participating artists through marketing, social media campaigns, and networking opportunities.

  • Long-Term Impact – Many past exhibitors have gone on to sell works, secure commissions, and gain future exhibition invitations, solo shows and acquisitions into large scale corporate purchases as a result of their Juniper Rag participation in just one exhibition.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

We are always interested in collaborative relationships. If your like-minded business would like to sponsor DELIRIUM or any Juniper Rag exhibition, please contact michelle@atelieridglobal.com.

We look forward to seeing you at Delirium.

OCTOBER 29-31, GALLERY HOURS 2-6, WED-SUN + SPECIAL OPENING HOURS AND PRE-PERFORMANCE GATHERING