Diventa Morandi: Performance Art Revives Giorgio Morandi's Legacy in Bologna
The multidisciplinary project 'Diventa Morandi' uses dance, photography, sound, and performative actions to engage audiences with Giorgio Morandi's life and work. Initiated by a group of artists, the project maps Morandi's daily routes in Bologna, from his home in via Fondazza to his house in Grizzana, and culminates at the Museo Morandi. The participatory approach, which invites spectators to experience creation in real time, has proven particularly appealing to younger generations. The project has received support from Museo e Casa Morandi, MAMbo, Istituzione Bologna Musei, Comune di Grizzana Morandi, and Case della memoria. A catalog documenting the journey will be published by Blu Gallery. The group aims to continue the format with other artists and collaborate with institutions to valorize cultural heritage.
Key facts
- The project 'Diventa Morandi' uses a multidisciplinary approach including dance, photography, sound, and performative actions.
- It maps Morandi's daily life in Bologna, from his home in via Fondazza to Grizzana and the Museo Morandi.
- The project was realized in 2018 at Museo Morandi, Bologna.
- Participants are invited to be participatory and experience the time of creation.
- The approach has attracted young audiences through experiential involvement.
- Support came from Museo e Casa Morandi, MAMbo, Istituzione Bologna Musei, Comune di Grizzana Morandi, and Case della memoria.
- A catalog will be published by Blu Gallery.
- The project is an open format to welcome other artists.
Entities
Artists
- Giorgio Morandi
- Isabella Battista
- Pina Siotto
- Francesca Cesari
Institutions
- Museo Morandi
- MAMbo
- Istituzione Bologna Musei
- Comune di Grizzana Morandi
- Case della memoria
- Blu Gallery
- Artribune
Locations
- Bologna
- Italy
- via Fondazza
- Grizzana
- Appennino
- Giappone