On behalf of the team of the Magic Carpets platform, we cordially invite you to the opening of the Superorganism event, which will include an international exhibition, a one-day symposium, and an accompanying storybook.
The opening event will take place between 18th – 19th of October 2024, in Tartu (Estonia), at the Cultural and Creative Center „Aparaaditehas“ [Kastani 42].
The exhibition „Superorganism“ will be open from 18th of October until 23rd of November 2024 in Aparaaditehas. It will occupy various galleries and public spaces throughout the building: Kogo Gallery, Balcony Gallery, Fahrenheit 451 bookshop, AG47 Gallery, Red Wall Gallery, and corridor spaces.
The programme of the opening event:
18th of October (Friday)
12:00 Press conference
12:30 Tour of the exhibition quided by curators
18:00 Welcome words and opening of the event
19:30 Performative concert by Janko Bozovic, Thomas Durand, Pauline Rouet
20:00 Performance by Gary Markle [Courtyard of „Aparaaditehas“]
21:00 Performance by Luca Bitchikashvilli [Lucrezia]
22:00 Superorganism Soirée
19th of October (Saturday)
12:00 Symposium in Three Acts[Aparaaditehas, Hall of Love, Kastani 42, Tartu, 50410]
18:00 Soundscape listening [Sounds of the Valley, Tbilisi]
The exhibition delves into the concept of the superorganism, exploring its biological origins and metaphorical interpretations across diverse fields. It features a diverse range of artworks by 25 emerging artists, who have participated in the „Magic Carpets“ residencies in 2021-2024. Their works will range from photography and installations to performances and videos that explore the complexities of collective existence, individuality, and the interconnectedness of human and non-human relations.
The event is part of Tartu – the European Capital of Culture 2024 programme.
More information:
www.magiccarpets.eu
www.superorganism.eu
