o Monster A.S.I.C.S. / 2023
Performance + installation , handbuild monster suit and mask, custom-made shoes, flowers, painting, mirror, customized tent, blankets, hay, pots and buckets and wallpainting + Monster Energy drink and straws.
Performance and installation was made possible by Inter Public art space. The exhibition was supported by The Danish Art Council, Nørrebro Lokaludvalg and Rådet For Visuel Kunst (KK)
o Monster A.S.I.C.S
“Inside a small shop lived a creature, a greenish monster who had made this flower shop its home, its life, and its cage. Nestled in a neighborhood grappling with change, the monster's sanctuary was an oasis of blossoms.
The creature had tended to his colorful companions, arranging bouquets that defied stereotypes, much like ist presence in the community. His days were a cycle of petals, leaves, and smiles from diverse neighbors who sought refuge in his shop.
Yet, the fragrant blooms and daily routines sometimes felt like chains. The creature longed to break free, to show the world that monsters, too, could be part of the beauty outside. Hesitation met courage, and the creature’s flowers ventured beyond its shop's confines and it realized that it had transcended the cage. Its sanctuary had become a beacon of transformation and acceptance in a changing world, where a monster and a flower shop taught that home, life, and cage need not be synonymous.”
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Performance script :
[Performer enters the performance space]
Performer: [Starts moving gracefully, expressing itself through dance and movement]
[Performer engages with the audience, maintaining eye contact and acknowledging their presence]
[If overwhelmed or needing alone time]
Performer: [Moves towards the shop doors]
Performer: [Closes the doors, creating a private space]
Performer: [Takes a deep breath, signaling rest or reflection]
[If needing rest]
Performer: [Finds a cozy spot, such as a haystack, and lies down]
Performer: [Takes a short nap, recharging its energy]
Performer: [Wakes up and resumes the performance]
[Trigger for sipping Monster soda]
[Designated cue or action for sipping Monster soda]
Performer: [Reaches for a Monster soda, takes a sip, and reacts to the energizing effect]
[Trigger for giving flowers]
Performer: [Observes audience reactions and behaviors]
Performer: [When audience shows engaging behaviors, performer offers a flower as a token of appreciation]
Performer: [Interacts with the audience, handing them the flower and expressing gratitude through movement]
[Repeat above steps , allowing for variations and improvisation]
[Conclusion]
Performer: [Enters the final phase, showcasing captivating and expressive movements]
Performer: [Takes a final bow, expressing gratitude towards the audience]
Performer: [Exits the performance space, signaling the end]
This repeatable script serve as a tool for the performer to act upon, providing guidance and structure while allowing flexibility for improvisation and interaction with the audience. The performer can refer to this script to create a consistent and engaging performance each time.
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Performance at artspace Inter Public had a duration of 2 x 48 hours where the monster lived inside the “flower shop” , nutrition was Monster Energy drinks.