Burning Man LIVE The Evolution of Robot Heart
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Apr 3, 2024 Join Gary Mueller, President of the Robot Heart Foundation, along with board members Justin Shaffer and Clare Laverty, as they share the fascinating journey of Robot Heart. From its humble beginnings on a vintage double-decker bus at Burning Man to a thriving community that supports arts in cities like Oakland and New York, their stories reveal the magic behind collaborative creativity. Hear about unique challenges, like bus troubles in the DMV line, and inspiring tales of resilience that transformed simple obstacles into memorable artistic experiences.
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Residency As Community Bridge
- Gary Mueller describes the Oakland residency as translating Robot Heart’s playa values into local community building.
- The residency mixed education, art grants, and extended performances to deepen impact beyond parties.
From Three To One-Eighty Volunteers
- Gary says the Loom build grew from three people to about 180 volunteers over five weeks of buildup.
- The process felt very much like Burning Man: organic, collaborative, and community-driven.
Birth Of The Bus
- Justin Shaffer recounts Robot Heart’s origin when his brother bought a 1972 double-decker bus and converted it into a mobile sound system.
- The bus became central to Robot Heart’s sunrise sets and bespoke playa sound culture.