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38: Marina Abramović • IMMATERIAL • Part III: Sublimation
Apr 19, 2023
In this podcast, Marina Abramović, a legend of performance art, delves into the hypnosis-inspired series of performances, her time living with aborigines in the Australian outback, and her last performance of walking the Great Wall of China. The episode explores the deep emotional impact of her work, her career retrospective exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art, and the powerful connections she makes with her audience. Don't miss this final installment of the three-part series on Marina Abramović.
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- Marina Abramović's collaboration with Ulay resulted in their iconic performance of walking the Great Wall of China, which ultimately led to the crumbling of their relationship.
- Marina and Ulay's immersion in Australian Aboriginal culture brought about transformative experiences, including encounters with a medicine man and exploration of intense stillness, hunger, and silence.
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Marina Abramovich's Early Artistic Journey
Marina Abramovich's artistic journey begins in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, where she discovers her passion for painting at a young age. She joins the art community in Belgrade and becomes part of the group of six, hosting performances at the local student cultural center. Marina's first solo performance piece, Rhythm 10, marks the beginning of her renowned rhythm series. She later performs Rhythm 0, a groundbreaking piece where she allows herself to be used and abused by the audience in Naples, Italy. Marina's collaboration with artist Uli begins with their performance of "Relation in Space" in Venice. Together, they embark on a three-year journey, living on the road and performing in various countries.
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