Immerse yourself in Minne Kersten's captivating audiovisual installation at Oude Kerk. This special evening event allows visitors to experience the unique artwork as dusk settles or after dark, emphasizing its atmospheric qualities. The installation explores the fascinating interplay between spiritual imagination, the allure of early film techniques, and the distinctive architecture of the Oude Kerk. Discover how visual illusions and religious myths contribute to evoking alternative realities.
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Experience the audiovisual installation by Minne Kersten at dusk or after dark during a special late opening. The event includes free introductory tours and explores the connection between spiritual imagination, early film techniques, and the architecture of the Oude Kerk.
This special late opening provides an opportunity to experience Minne Kersten's audiovisual installation within the Oude Kerk at dusk or after dark. Developed especially for the venue, the work draws a connection between spiritual imagination and the magic of early film techniques. The installation uses the Oude Kerk's twenty-five-metre-high spiral staircases as a central motif. Minne Kersten explores how religious architecture and myths, akin to early film techniques, employ visual illusions, visions, and hallucinations to evoke an alternative reality. Visitors can attend free introductory tours offered at 18:00 (Dutch), 19:00 (English), and 20:00 (Dutch). The event is a final opportunity to engage with the exhibition under atmospheric evening lighting.
Tickets are available for this special evening opening. Visitors are encouraged to order tickets in advance. Free introductory tours are offered in Dutch and English at scheduled times during the opening hours.
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