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Florentina Holzinger's 9-Hour Body Art Spectacle in Vienna

artist · 2026-05-28

Choreographer Florentina Holzinger staged a 9-hour performance in Vienna following her acclaimed show at the Venice Biennale. The piece, described as a spectacle pushing the limits of body art, explores themes of violence and endurance. Holzinger noted, 'Violence is something we’re used to.' The performance took place in Vienna, Austria, and continues her reputation as a provocateur in contemporary dance and performance art.

Key facts

  • Florentina Holzinger staged a 9-hour performance in Vienna.
  • The show followed a hit at the Venice Biennale.
  • The performance pushes the limits of body art.
  • Holzinger said, 'Violence is something we’re used to.'
  • The piece is described as a spectacle.
  • The performance took place in Vienna, Austria.
  • Holzinger is known as a choreographer-provocateur.
  • The work explores themes of violence and endurance.

Entities

Artists

  • Florentina Holzinger

Institutions

  • Venice Biennale

Locations

  • Vienna
  • Austria

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