IKEBANA PERFORMANCE

Menhir Tapestry 1, 2023

Ikebana Performance | Installation, sound piece, mixed media, and personal objects donated by the community, size variable

Performance duration: approx. 20 minutes

Radio X 25th anniversary X_ARTS Festival

TransBona Halle, Basel/Münchenstein, Switzerland

Ikebana performance curated by Angelika Li, festival curated by Danielle Bürgin

Artists: Alain Meyer, Alexia Pat, Ana Jikia, Atrice, Azu Tiwaline, Ben Kaczor, Claire Megumi Masset, Clemens Fiechter, Delphi Noise, Dirk Koy, Fabrizio Di Salvo, Falsch Farben Generator (FFG), Franziska Baumgartner, Hedy Leung, Lampyridae Kolletiv, Luis Sanz, Marc Lee, Martina Berther, Parco Palaz, Philipp Schlotter, Princess Pluto Sailor Stardust, Simon Baumann, Stefan Karrer

Hedy Leung's 'Menhir Tapestry 1' performance at Radio X 25th anniversary X_ARTS Festival Basel

Community-collected objects in 'Menhir Tapestry 1' ikebana performance, PF25 cultural projects

Audience viewing the ikebana performance reflects on collective consciousness, TransBona Halle Basel

The Earth’s energy flows through menhirs, ancient stone guardians of natural energy channeling the energy of nature to nourish the communities. These sites foster a deep connection between collective consciousness and the natural world, reminding us that spiritual awareness need not seek isolation but thrives on sympathy, compassion, and shared humanity.

The 'Menhir Tapestry 1' installation embodies this principle, weaving together community-collected objects and recorded blessings. It becomes a multi-dimensional tapestry of stories, dreams, and collective energy, revealing the interconnection of culture, memory, and imagination. Through receptivity to diverse traditions and shared experiences, we cultivate cultural awareness, kindness and a sense of community, fostering unity and deeper understanding across communities.

Link to the opening performance video of Menhir Tapestry 1