Amare Den Haag is hosting a spectacular eye-catcher: the monumental artwork Poppy by the internationally renowned artist Zoro Feigl. This impressive work, reminiscent of a gigantic, dancing poppy, can be admired in the entrance hall of Amare until 31 July. Poppy is freely accessible to all visitors. Visual art is often shown in Amare as part of Open Amare , the freely accessible programming in public space. Previously, for example, the installation Aircilla by Gemma Luz Bosch was also on display.
Dancing poppy
Poppy is a monumental work that enchants the viewer with its elegant movements. The artwork represents a poppy flower, which only shows itself when the work starts moving. As a viewer, you cannot help but stand still and look up. This compelling artwork, which is part of Feigl’s famous ‘Flow series’, has previously been on display at Stedelijk Museum Schiedam, Verbeke Foundation Belgium and De Elektriciteitsfabriek Den Haag. Different versions of the work have hung in places such as FILE Sao Paulo in Brazil and the Busan Biennale in Korea.
Zoro Feigl: An Artist Who Creates Movement
Zoro Feigl (1983, Amsterdam) is an internationally renowned artist whose installations seem to come to life. His materials dance and spin, forming a unique whole. Feigl’s work has been exhibited in renowned museums and institutions around the world, including the Mori Art Museum Tokyo, SPACE Pittsburgh USA and the National Art Museum of China.
Artist Zoro Feigl: “Poppy was created by seeing a sail flapping in the wind. After various experiments, the artwork became increasingly larger. The work invites you to stand still for a moment and look up. Amare is a place where people take the time to observe things. This work is very disarming in its simplicity and therefore appeals to many different people. ”
Open Amare
Amare, the international stage for music and dance in The Hague, strives to be an accessible and inspiring place for everyone. In addition to a varied range of concerts and performances, Amare also offers a wide range of freely accessible activities in the public space. Under the name Open Amare , visitors can enjoy dance workshops, (lunch) concerts and exhibitions. The public space is by and for the city and forms a stage for the creative energy of the entire city of The Hague. Amare provides ample space for programming and installations, but also literally space to stay and develop your own initiatives. The recent installation of Poppy by Zoro Feigl emphasises the growing focus on installations within Open Amare
Leontien Wiering, director of Amare: “Zoro Feigl’s installation inspires us because it changes the space and creates an experience for the visitor. That is what Amare stands for: stimulating the senses and broadening the view. ‘Poppy’ is a perfect embodiment of this vision. We are proud to present this work by Zoro Feigl to our audience. ”
Thanks to
The exhibition of Poppy was made possible by Stichting Podium van de Stad. The foundation contributes to the special projects and (international) programming of Stichting Amare.
Amare
Amare is the international stage for music and dance, right in the cultural heart of The Hague. Stichting Amare is responsible for the management and programming of this largest cultural building in the Netherlands, which is also home to the Residentie Orkest, Nederlands Dans Theater and the Royal Conservatoire. Together, the forces are bundled.
The building is open daily. With concert halls, a theatre, studios, teaching and rehearsal rooms, catering and more, Amare offers space for a multitude of experiences and encounters and a lively interaction with the city. Amare attracts more than 300,000 visitors annually to more than a thousand performances and activities.
Amare brings a colourful music and dance programme with a diversity of styles from all over the world. In addition, there is ample room for opera, music theatre and other performing arts, from the international top to amateur performances. The programme stands for artistic innovation, craftsmanship and quality for a large audience.