Jaha Koo's 'Cuckoo' Explores Generational Melancholy Through a Rice Cooker at Avignon Festival
South Korean performer Jaha Koo presents 'Cuckoo' at the Festival d'Avignon, using a talking rice cooker to poetically address the malaise of his generation. The work, which premiered on July 7, 2026, features a surprising device that brings household appliances to life. Koo's performance delves into deep melancholy and generational unease through an innovative theatrical setup. The piece is part of the 2026 edition of the renowned French festival, which runs annually in Avignon.
Key facts
- Jaha Koo is a South Korean performer.
- 'Cuckoo' was presented at the Festival d'Avignon.
- The performance uses a rice cooker as a central device.
- The work explores the melancholy of Koo's generation.
- Household appliances are given life in the performance.
- The festival took place on July 7, 2026.
- The piece is described as profound and poetic.
- The performance is part of the 2026 Festival d'Avignon.
Entities
Artists
- Jaha Koo
Institutions
- Festival d'Avignon
- Le Monde
- IMF
- Gymnase du Lycée Mistral
- Cuckoo
Locations
- Avignon
- France
- South Korea