Podcasts / Media
Body Architects – Mind Culture Podcast
The Mind Culture Podcast (since 2020) is a contemporary knowledge exchange platform in a podcast format. Today, it is an open-source database containing over 30 long episodes – interviews with over 50 guests including artists such as Florentina Holzinger, Chris Haring, Simon Mayer, Soya The Cow and many more. The project is a peek behind the scenes of the performing arts world. It presents unique personal perspectives on arts and art production, discussions about art in crisis and arts politics. The guests come from diverse art genres (contemporary dance, performance, street dance, circus, drag…) and backgrounds (experienced, established, emerging, young, older, native, migrant…). The podcast is nomadic in nature, and thus, takes place in collaboration with various spaces in Vienna (Kulturhaus Brotfabrik, Kunst Haus Wien, MAK).
The entire video podcast repository: www.mindculture.eu
The Champion Mindset (BREAKDANCE) – Mustapha Ajdour aka Bboy Wolfer – Mind Culture Podcast
In this podcast episode, the interviewer, Hygin Delimat, speaks with Mustapha “Bboy Wolfer” Adjour, a three-time Red Bull BC One Austria champion and a master of b-boying (breakdancing). Bboy Wolfer grew up in Casablanca, Morocco and danced for El Mouahidine Crew. Then, he moved to Austria and became an integral part of the local breakdance scene. He is successful both locally and internationally. Hygin and Mustapha discuss discuss various aspects of breaking, including the level of b-boying in Austria compared to other countries, the continuous evolution of breaking, the mindset and personality required to be a successful b-boy, the obstacles one faces in becoming the best version of themselves, and how to stay motivated and overcome challenges in training. Mustapha emphasises the importance of setting goals, exchanging ideas with friends, and being consistent in training. He also discusses the process of creating movements and combos in breaking, the need for transitions, and the joy of letting the body move freely to the music. Mustapha mentions the significance of having a large vocabulary of moves and combos for competitions and adapting to the battle format.
This podcast is possible thanks to the kind support of Superar Kulturhaus Brotfabrik, a vibrant new performing arts space in the old Anker bread factory in Vienna, the BMKOES Austria and the Viral Visions Erasmus+ Network.
Qigong, Isadora Duncan and natural movement – Zappulla DMN – Mind Culture Podcast
Giovanni Zappulla and Annachiara Trigili are the founders of Zappulla DMN dance company, Natural Movement dance method and Xinergie cowering and dance space in Palermo, Sicily. They derive their wisdom from the practice of Qigong and Tai Chi and are inspired by the heritage of Isadora Duncan. They are committed to sharing the dance with the local community in a democratic way. Qigong is seen as a powerful tool that can transform one’s life and practice. Giovanni and Annachiara explain that qigong is about working with energy and developing a deep familiarity with the natural world. Through qigong, they have gained a new perception of reality and a stronger connection with the world around them. They discuss the different methods and exercises in qigong, such as meditation and physical exercises. They also share the history of their company and how they combined the ideas of Isadora Duncan’s dance with the principles of qigong to create their Natural Movement Technique. They highlight the need for a complete method in dance that incorporates the understanding of the body’s energy and movement.
This podcast is possible thanks to the kind support of the BMKOES Austria and the Viral Visions Erasmus+ Network.
Artist as educator – Editta Braun, Georg Blaschke, Bruno Genty, Maja Mirek, Michael Gross – Mind Culture Podcast
In this podcast episode, Hygin Delimat engages in a conversation with experienced artists Editta Braun, Georg Blaschke, and Bruno Genty, as well as young dancers Maja Mirek and Michael Gross. The guests discuss their personal relationships and collaborations over the years. They reflect on the evolution of contemporary dance and the challenges faced by dancers today, including the standardization of training and the struggle to balance artistic expression with the demands of the market. They also highlight the importance of freedom, individuality, and the power of social media in shaping the dance landscape. Overall, the conversation explores the experiences and perspectives of both seasoned artists and emerging talents in the field of contemporary dance.
This conversation is the first panel of the Viral Art Meeting Conference in Vienna. It is possible thanks to the kind support of Das LOT, the BMKOES Austria and the Viral Visions Erasmus+ Network.
La Galerie Choreografique – Improvisation Emergency
La Galerie Choreografique – Improvisation Emergency 2
La Galerie Choreografique – Improvisation Emergency 3
La Galerie Choreografique – Repertory Emergency
Mala akademija umjetnosti Ernestinovo
Mala akademija umjetnosti Ernestinovo
Mala akademija umjetnosti – Kiparska kolonija
MAUE – Slikari
The dissemination and local impact of the Natural Movement Dance method.
The dissemination and local impact of the Natural Movement Dance method.
The democratic and holistic nature of the method in favor of public outreach and
development.
Four episodes from interviews with expert and non-expert audiences.
This podcast in 4 episodes investigating the Danza Movimento Naturale training method
created by choreographer Giovanni Zappulla through an analysis of the performance
Daphne and Apollo. The people interviewed all witnessed the performance live and were
invited to answer the questions:
1. Did you enjoy the performance? And why?
2. What impressed you most?
3. Do you know the DMN (Danza Movimento Naturale)? What do you know about it?
4. In what way do you think the play is representative of the method?
5. Does the term “dance performance” for this work seem appropriate?
6. What would you say about the multidisciplinary nature of the show?
7. Do you think this approach to creation can help the dissemination and enjoyment of live
performance?
8. Speaking of the audience, what age group do you think this show is suitable for? Why?
Through their answers we were able to draw an initial assessment of the impact of this
method on the audience in terms of emotional perception and dramaturgical and
choreographic understanding.
This podcast is possible thanks to the kind support of Xinergie center, a space in the
center of Palermo and the Viral Visions Erasmus+ Network.
The dissemination and local impact of the Natural Movement Dance method.
The dissemination and local impact of the Natural Movement Dance method.
The democratic and holistic nature of the method in favor of public outreach and
development.
Four episodes from interviews with expert and non-expert audiences.
This podcast in 4 episodes investigating the Danza Movimento Naturale training method
created by choreographer Giovanni Zappulla through an analysis of the performance
Daphne and Apollo. The people interviewed all witnessed the performance live and were
invited to answer the questions:
1. Did you enjoy the performance? And why?
2. What impressed you most?
3. Do you know the DMN (Danza Movimento Naturale)? What do you know about it?
4. In what way do you think the play is representative of the method?
5. Does the term “dance performance” for this work seem appropriate?
6. What would you say about the multidisciplinary nature of the show?
7. Do you think this approach to creation can help the dissemination and enjoyment of live
performance?
8. Speaking of the audience, what age group do you think this show is suitable for? Why?
Through their answers we were able to draw an initial assessment of the impact of this
method on the audience in terms of emotional perception and dramaturgical and
choreographic understanding.
This podcast is possible thanks to the kind support of Xinergie center, a space in the
center of Palermo and the Viral Visions Erasmus+ Network.
International Movement Festival U:NEW / VIRAL VISIONS / Warsaw 2022
The video features a preview of the dance performances and videos that were part of the programme of the second edition of the International Movement Festival U:NEW realised as part of the Viral Visions project. It is a teaser that gives an idea of the festival’s content and encourages audiences to visit various venues in Warsaw. The festival lasted four days and took place in September/October 2022. The director and initiator of the festival is choreographer, dancer and actress, Agata Życzkowska. The festival is planned as a regular activity of the NOWA FALA Foundation and the HOTELOKO movement makers collective and is scheduled for the end of September each year.
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NOT THE SAME / ZOE MARSTON / KARINA SZUTKO / VOL.1
The podcast includes an excerpt from a conversation after the performance “NOT THE SAME” – Karina Szutko and Zoe Martson, which was presented as part of the second edition of the International Movement Festival U:NEW in Warsaw. The conversation took place on 30.09.2022 at the Z. Raszewski Theater Institute. The conversation is moderated by Agata Życzkowska, director of the festival.
WHERE TO / DIANA SZNEK / MAŁGORZATA BARTECKA / VOL. 2
The podcast includes an excerpt from a conversation after the performance “WHERE TO” -Diana Sznek and Małgorzata Bartecka, which was presented as part of the second edition of the International Movement Festival U:NEW in Warsaw. The conversation took place on 30.09.2022 at the Z. Raszewski Theater Institute. The conversation is moderated by Agata Życzkowska, director of the festival.
WE WILL TALK LIKE THIS / KLARA FLOREK / VOL. 3
The podcast includes an excerpt from a conversation after the performance ” WE WILL TALK LIKE THIS” -Klara Florek, which was presented as part of the second edition of the International Movement Festival U:NEW in Warsaw. The conversation took place on 30.09.2022 at the Z. Raszewski Theater Institute. The conversation is moderated by Agata Życzkowska, director of the festival.
WARSAW FALL / IDALIA ROBERTA KUROWSKA / VOL. 4
The podcast includes an excerpt from a conversation after the performance “WARSAW FALL” -Idalia Roberta Kurowska, which was presented as part of the second edition of the International Movement Festival U:NEW in Warsaw. The conversation took place on 30.09.2022 at the Z. Raszewski Theater Institute. The conversation is moderated by Agata Życzkowska, director of the festival.
Agata Życzkowska about HOTELOKO movement makers / VOL.5
The podcast includes the strategies and ideas about the HOTELOKO movement makers collective from Warsaw, especially about the performance “Extinction: Replay” but also general information about the works of HOTELOKO.
Video: Oskar Schlemmer and his „Lackballett“
An audio-visual introduction to Oskar Schlemmer’s last stage work “Das Lackballett”, which he created and performed once in 1941 on the occasion of a celebration of the Farbwerke Herberz in Wuppertal. The video podcast introduces his work in the 1930s/40s and puts this information in context with the re-creation of “The Lacquer Ballet” in 2019 by the Düsseldorf Theater der Klänge. (in German with English subtitles)
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From Africa to a small village in Croatia – Milica Reinhart-Tešankić – Mind Culture Podcast
Dance, University, Nature, Food of Costa Rica – Carolina Valenzuela – Mind Culture Podcast
Woman, Dance, Solar punk – Agata Życzkowska, Karina Szutko – Mind Culture Podcast
Dance: Carcassonne & Benin – Thierry Gourmelen – Mind Culture Podcast
Bauhaus, Tradition and German Identity – Jacqueline Fischer, Jörg Lensing