how it is set up
I approach people with the invitation to join my project. They can choose from three options:
to play a slow motion fight, aiming at bringing each other to the floor
I move and the other person’s task is to stop me
lifting one another or one another’s body parts
as well, I encourage them to propose equivalent ideas that might suit both of us better
practicalities
rubber mat
yellow overall
camera
negotiations
I went to the ordnungsamt to ask if I needed any special permission to do this project:
I was told it is indeed a special use of public space, but since I do not ask for money,
remain in each spot for not too long periods of time and can collect my things and
go rather fast in case needed, I could just go ahead and perform without any paper work.
The only exception was Pariser Platz – as soon as I mentioned my wish to perform there,
I got a friendly suggestion of a change of plans.
In any case, arriving to Mariannenplatz I stopped by a police car that was standing a few
meters away and asked if it would be all right to put my mat on the floor – the police woman
gave me a prompt yes.
events
four interactions, some refusals and many people asking what I am up to there.
feedbacks
first people watching first results had their attention called to the factor of trust.