– John Bonafede is suing MoMA for failing to protect him from sexual assault during a nude performance
– Alleges that he was groped by multiple patrons and the museum did not take action to prevent further assaults
– Claims he endured seven instances of groping and intentional contact with his genitals
– Witnessed his female counterpart being assaulted
– Bonafede and other performers were warned about potential transgressions by attendees before the exhibition
– MoMA staff and Abramović encouraged a “tough it out” culture
– Bonafede initially chose not to report the first incident, but reported the following four incidents
– Another incident was reported by a MoMA security guard
– The museum developed a signaling system for performers to use if they felt unsafe
– Bonafede claims the museum did not provide the identities of the visitors who assaulted him
– Lawsuit was filed under the New York Adult Survivors Act
– Hyperallergic has contacted MoMA, Marina Abramović, and Bonafede’s attorney for comment.