Recover Laboratory 10th anniversary
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ALMOST ten years ago, the sky darkened and SOMETHING happened. Blood and golden light burst out from a crack that had appeared in reality. From somewhere deep in there came a strange hissing sound: the very first piece called Recover Laboratory was born. That first work lurked around the corridors of Köysiteatteri in Turku, and then… things just completely spiralled out of control.
SO NOW, it’s time to celebrate!!! We’ve created art, explored underground tunnels, learned lessons, fallen in love (yes, even at work), broken up, fought, reconciled, collaborated with nearly a hundred unique artists, built labyrinths, tattooed butts, messed up big time, basked in pastel dreamscapes, reshaped the art scene, worked with strangers and friends, had tough conversations, given speeches, wallowed in grime, soaked in cooling bathwater, covered ourselves in whipped cream, been robbed, won awards, pissed off boots, met amazing people from all over the world, shared beds, toured festivals, and so on and so forth. Then we slowed down—only to hit the gas again. Always something.
Now, it’s time to celebrate! The 10th anniversary week takes the form of a mini-festival, of course in a tunnel—staying true to our roots. You are warmly welcome to join every single event or just drop by. Check the details below. <3
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SCHEDULE & DETAILS
More information and registration here: https://forms.gle/k4gUqEVGQRXidtJH6
Programs marked with (!) require pre-registration. All others are free to attend, and you can just show up. <3
Wed 11.12. 18:00–20:30 // Workshop: Dream Map (!)
Facilitator: Inna Huttunen
Thu 12.12. 19:00–22:00 // Cocktail Evening
DJ Riku Nieminen, and works from and around Recover Laboratory
Fri 13.12. 16:00–18:00 // Sharing Caring Team: Movie Night (!)
Facilitator: Milla Jarko
Fri 13.12. 19:00–21:00 // Workshop: On Touch and Listening to the Body: Let me listen to your guts (!)
Facilitator: Peso Pesonen
Sat 14.12. 13:00–15:00 // Workshop: Cultural Discrimination and oppression in the art community (!)
Facilitator: Amanda Homa
Sat 14.12. 16:30–22:00 // BIG NIGHT OUT
The artists of the night: Miradonna Sirkka, Sofi Häkkinen, Monia Kimara, Aleksi Kinnunen, Aki Himanen, Samuli Kivelä, Tiina Rantanen, Anna Kankila, Rae Reinvall, Hedda Liukkala, Inna Huttunen, Iida-Liina Linnea, Alpi Vaalaja, Anna Pietilä, Carlina Carpelan
Sun 15.12. 12:00–17:00 // The Loveliest Xmas Market
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HOW TO FIND US
Address: Vapaan Taiteen Tila, Vilhonvuorenkuja 15, Helsinki
Accessibility info: https://vapaantaiteentila.fi/info/#tilan-tiedot
Safer space guidelines: https://tinyurl.com/reclabsafer
More info: hello@recoverlaboratory.com
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ABOUT RECOVER LABORATORY
Recover Laboratory is a multidisciplinary arts collective based in Helsinki, led by Miradonna Sirkka, Sofi Häkkinen and Inna Huttunen. Works are created in collaboration with the Recover Family network, which consists of dozens of wonderful artists. Recover Laboratory’s surreal pieces, performances, and wonder-worlds revolve around encounters, honesty, and freedom. Anything can happen in them—just like on any ordinary day.
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PEACE DECLARATION
In Recover Laboratory’s spaces, events, and performances, body autonomy and the freedom to be oneself are prioritized. Avoid making assumptions about others’ gender, sexuality, body, or background. Discriminatory language or behavior will not be tolerated. Feel free to approach the organizers if you feel uneasy or have any concerns. Together, we’ll find ways to create a safer space.
