sublimation
explores the transitory nature of modern time and technology. It asks the centuries old question of how technology impacts humans, but under the light of AI (Artificial Intelligence), which is advancing unimaginably quickly, as Moore’s law predicts. Its exponential growth of doubling every two years is certain to bring unimaginable transformations.
This project is created by Kinetech Arts and performed at David Ruth glass sculpture studio / Oakland CA.
SUBLIMATION is supported by the Djerassi Resident Artists Program, David Ruth Glass Sculpture Studio and the Creative Work Fund, a program of The Walter and Elise Haas Fund supported by a generous grant from the Hewlett Foundation.
Taking from the playbook of today’s information-overloaded world, this experience is composed of multiple overlapping threads of dances, installations, images and soundscapes, both inside and outside of the large warehouse. During the performance, the performers inquire into this curious trend: while machines become more intelligent, humans become more disembodied. It is a paradox that the progress of technology made it possible for us to travel around the globe, but we are progressively becoming more disconnected from our own bodies and from each other. The audience is invited to freely walk through the warehouse to witness all installations and performances, making choices and curating their own experience.
Choreography / Daiane Lopes da Silva
in collaboration with the Performers / Sophie Ortiz, Kat Lin, Felicitas Fischer, Lillian Bickley, Ben Gooseman, Tanja London
Glass sculptures / David Ruth
Set Artist / Tanja London
Composers / Miguel Mariaca, Pierre Mariaca
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Photos: JingJing Liu