Minneapolis Institute of Art Adapts Podcast into Successful Live Performance Series
The Minneapolis Institute of Art transformed its existing podcast 'The Object' into a live theatrical event series called The Object LIVE. Developed by staff members Tim Gihring and Dexter Carlson, the program launched in January with a performance about Édouard Manet, followed by a second event in May focusing on Salvador Dalí's 'Aphrodisiac Telephone' that nearly sold out a 300-seat auditorium. The free series incorporates audience participation, visual elements, and guest appearances, representing an innovative approach to museum programming that repurposes digital content into engaging in-person experiences.
Key facts
- The Minneapolis Institute of Art created live performances based on its existing podcast 'The Object'
- The first event in January 2025 featured Édouard Manet, while the second in May focused on Salvador Dalí
- The series is free and incorporates theatrical elements, audience interaction, and guest appearances
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA)
Locations
- Minneapolis