Festiwal Przemiany 2023 at Copernicus Science Centre: Exploring the Superorganism and Body Boundaries
Explore an interdisciplinary festival with art, talks, films, and concerts on human evolution, technology, and bio-interconnectedness.
The Festiwal Przemiany 2023 at Copernicus Science Centre investigates the compelling concept of the 'superorganism.' This exhibition explores how human body boundaries are redefined by scientific and technological advancements. Visitors can engage with interdisciplinary art, expert discussions, film screenings, and performances focusing on biotechnology, AI, and regenerative medicine.
About Festiwal Przemiany 2023: Superorganizm. Czy ciało ma granice? at Copernicus Science Centre in Warsaw
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Exhibition summary
The Festiwal Przemiany (Transformation Festival) in 2023 explores the concept of the 'superorganism' and the boundaries of the human body. The festival delves into themes of human evolution, technological augmentation, and the complex relationship between our bodies, technology, and microscopic life, featuring an exhibition, talks, films, and concerts.
Curatorial context
The Festiwal Przemiany (Transformation Festival) for 2023, themed 'Superorganism. Does the body have boundaries?', investigates the evolving concept of the human being in an era of rapid scientific and technological advancement. It explores how we understand ourselves as 'superorganisms,' considering the intricate ecosystems within our bodies (microbiomes) and the potential for 'superhuman' enhancements through biotechnology, regenerative medicine, and AI.
The festival program, spanning October 6-8, 2023, includes a central exhibition titled 'Superorganizm,' featuring works by Polish and international artists focusing on new media, bio-art, and kinetic art. Complementing the exhibition are interdisciplinary expert panels, debates on the future of humanity, film screenings ('Kino Przemiany'), concerts (including electronic music with visualisations), and workshops. Discussions delve into topics such as regenerative medicine, bionic organs, longevity, the 'soldier of the future,' the 'athlete of the future,' and the ethics of human enhancement, featuring prominent scientists, artists, writers, and curators.
Admission and ticket notes
The festival includes various ticketed events, such as concerts in the Planetarium. Visitors are directed to bilety.kopernik.org.pl for specific ticket purchases. Many events, including the exhibition, panels, and some workshops, appear to be included with general admission or are free with registration as indicated by reservation forms and 'wstęp wolny' (free admission). Specific ticketing details should be verified on the official website or event pages.
Festiwal Przemiany 2023: Superorganizm. Czy ciało ma granice? key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for Festiwal Przemiany 2023: Superorganizm. Czy ciało ma granice? at Copernicus Science Centre in Warsaw
Venue
Copernicus Science Centre
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Oct 6, 2023 – Oct 8, 2023
Artist line / attribution
The festival features contributions from artists such as Olivia Arthur, Burton&Nitta, Marco Costantini, Anna Dumitriu, Bogdan Dziworski, Elvin Flamingo, Małgorzata Gurowska, Terike Haapoja, Susanna Hertrich, Piotr Jędrzejewski, Amy Karle, Natalia Kopytko, Jarosław Kozakiewicz, Stanisław Łoboziak, Janusz Majewski, Lucy McRae, Joel Ong & Elaine Whittaker, Ottobock Polska sp. z o.o., Sergiusz Sprudin, Agata Szydłowska, Daniel Warner, Edward Żebrowski, Karolina Żyniewicz, and Pamela Leończyk. Speakers include Dr. Ruth Dudek-Wicher, Prof. Bogusław Pawłowski, Olivia Arthur, Dr. Maria Anna Ciemerych-Litwinienko, Dr. Marco Costantini, Dr. Marta Klak, Amy Karle, Dr. Rafał Lolo, Dr. Łukasz Jurek, Dr. Łukasz Kamieński, Dr. Paweł Kaliszewski, Dr. Joanna Różyńska, Dr. Ellen Pearlman, Elvin Flamingo, Jacek Dukaj, and Jowita Michalska. Musical acts include Maciek Polak, We Will Fail (Aleksandra Grünholz), and Heinali (Ołeh Szpudejko).
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