𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗞 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 was a performative dinner that invited the audience to embark on an exploration of grief. Not to be feared but embraced as a space for reflection and transformation. Marking Spring Equinox, a step out of the dark dormant of winter into the soothing light of spring. A time to embrace contrasts and acknowledge how both shadow and light shape our experiences. I invited guests to immerse themselves in live musical performances, designed as a meditative journey through themes of grief, letting go, renewal, and the cycles of nature. We came together through food and ritual, engaging in playful, collaborative ways that sparked curiosity and conversation. An all-dark menu (with glimpses of light), eaten with your hands, invited guests to listen, taste, feel, and contribute to the unfolding narrative and discover together: What is the sound of darkness? How do we find our way out? What is the taste of sorrow? What is our common denominator when we think of loss? Can we look at this process as an integral part of life, by engaging all of our senses? Is it better or easier if we are together? Sound and music were designed to guide and help everyone better observe this opposition, through a deep, solemn contrast at times balanced by light, ethereal notes. Through this interplay, we reflected on loss, release, and transformation, their presence in life, nature and each other.

TECHNO COMEBACK [performance]
Tisa World & Singing Club Rotterdam
NIKOS [music]live
GENYTEN [music]DJ set

photos: Leroy Verbeet

Music support: Popunie Rotterdam
Supported by CBK Rotterdam (Centre for Visual Arts Rotterdam)