The Politics of Connectivity: Between Celebratory and Critical Approaches
The Politics of Connectivity: Between Celebratory and Critical Approaches
Author(s): Dana PapachristouSubject(s): Theatre, Dance, Performing Arts, Sociology of Art
Published by: INSAM Institut za savremenu umjetničku muziku
Keywords: performance; live coding; connectivity; network; telematic; geo-location; offline;
Summary/Abstract: This paper discusses the role of connectivity in networked artworks and performances, and attempts a critical approach towards the condition of connectivity. As a starting point, three artworks will be discussed as the main case studies: the online project Xenakis Networked Performance Marathon 2022; 2023Eleusis Mystery 91_Magnetic Dance in Elefsina European Capital of Culture, and; Spaces of Reflection offline PirateBox network in the 10th Berlin Biennale. Among the theoretical tools used here Deleuze and Guattari’s aesthetic theories can be traced, as well as more contemporary reflections on networks and the omnipotence of connectivity today. Furthermore, the role of institutions, funding operators and corporations will be examined in regard to their agency and intentions.
Journal: INSAM Journal of Contemporary Music, Art and Technology
- Issue Year: 2023
- Issue No: 10
- Page Range: 109-123
- Page Count: 15
- Language: English