For five days, the virtual stage of Chaturbate transforms into a site of inquiry and resistance in Getsay's latest performance. In this durational work, the artist is contracted to perform nonsexual acts of intimacy-refraining from sexual pleasure, presenting a provocative challenge on a platform known for its commodified approach to erotic gratification.

This performance navigates the intricate dynamics of pleasure, control, and accountability through the lens of Michel Foucault’s theories on power and surveillance. As articulated in Discipline and Punish, Foucault’s concept of the panopticon illuminates how the gaze of the viewer—society, or the digital audience—shapes the experience of pleasure and the distribution of responsibility.

In this context, the artist's restrained performance invites us to question: What happens when the agency of the viewer takes precedence in defining pleasure? Who is accountable for the outcomes? Is the onus on the viewer, the bystander, or the observer for actions or inactions? Alternatively, does the responsibility fall upon those orchestrating the scenario, or the subjugator exerting control?

This performance invites the viewer to reflect on their role within this intricate dynamic. As you watch, ask yourself: What position do you hold in this web of influence and responsibility?