20-Year Participatory Video Artwork Lets Families Say Goodbye to Parents
A unique video performance, titled 'Human Installation XXII: Memento Vivere,' debuted on September 18, 2021, at 5:30 PM at Castel dell’Ovo in Naples. Part of the Art Performing Festival curated by Gianni Nappa, this installation encourages families to share their memories and messages to be revisited in 20 years. The work addresses themes of loss and farewells prevalent during the pandemic, evoking Boris Johnson's remarks from March 2020. Participant Kyrahm shared that Mariaelena's father described the day as one of profound significance. Those interested in the project can reach out via email for more information.
Key facts
- The performance is titled 'Human Installation XXII: Memento Vivere – un’opera che terminerà tra 20 anni'.
- Artists: Kyrahm, Mariaelena Masetti Zannini, Julius Kaiser.
- Premiere: Castel dell’Ovo, Naples, September 18, 2021, 5:30 PM.
- Part of Art Performing Festival curated by Gianni Nappa.
- The work lasts 20 years, collecting messages from parents and children.
- Inspired by Boris Johnson's March 2020 statement and Mauro Berruto's response.
- Mariaelena Masetti Zannini's father called the action 'one of the most beautiful days of my life'.
- Participants can email [email protected] to take part.
Entities
Artists
- Kyrahm
- Mariaelena Masetti Zannini
- Julius Kaiser
- Gianni Nappa
- Mauro Berruto
- Boris Johnson
- Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Institutions
- Art Performing Festival
- Castel dell’Ovo
- Artribune
Locations
- Naples
- Italy