Ventriloquized

Ventriloquized (2015) / Performance / single-channel sound and video installation, objects, live performer / 30’

About / Borrowing the aesthetics of a ventriloquism show, the artist and her own puppet-like representation perform an existential duet that speculates about perception and the side-effects of being under pressure. The piece involves visual illusions, text, and physical movement. Through interactions with anthropomorphized objects and other chameleonic creatures, the performer creates a dialogue on shared human concerns.

Credits / dramaturgy assistant: Maria Kilpi / photo documentation: Antti Ahonen With the support of / Mad House / Finnish Cultural Foundation Shows / 2012 Esitystaiteen Markkinat (FI) curated by Arttu Kurttila / 2014 Angakoq, Performance event & exhibition (FI) curated by Linda Granfors and Aura Hakuri / 2014 Pixels & Presence (FI) curated by Johanna Torkkola and Katri Kainulainen / 2014 SíM Gallery (IS) / 2014 Mad House (FI) curated by Satu Herrala / 2015 AAVE Festival (FI) curated by Ivan Punzo and Kari Yli-Annala / 2016 Kiasma Theatre (FI) curated by Arja Miller and Mikael Aaltonen