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 / Esitystaiteen Markkinat curated by Arttu Kurttila (FI) / Angakoq, Performance event & exhibition curated by Linda Granfors and Aura Hakuri (FI) / Pixels & Presence curated by Johanna Torkkola and Katri Kainulainen (FI) / SíM Gallery (IS) / Mad House curated by Satu Herrala (FI) / AAVE Festival curated by Ivan Punzo and Kari Yli-Annala (FI) / Kiasma Theatre curated by Arja Miller and Mikael Aaltonen (FI).