performance
duration 70 mins.
performed at Kanneltalo, Helsinki 2025
Bonniers Konsthall, Stockholm 2025
The performance is inspired and informed by the research of evolution biologists dr. Lynn Margulis (1938-2011), whose work on bacteria and unicellular organisms changed the scientific understanding of evolutionary processes. Instead of competition, her research emphasizes the importance of collaboration and symbiosis. Following Margulis’ footsteps, the performance explores the act of collaboration and creation. Guided by the orchestra of mud and the pulse of life, Lynn Margulis and her son Dorion move through a constantly evolving landscape.
Concept, scenography, textiles, directing: Essi Kausalainen
Text, paintings & scenography: Jenny Kalliokulju
Performance and music by:
Dorion: Lauri Antti Mattila - vocals
Margulis: Sini Onne - vocals
Mud: Elsa Bergman/Emil Skogh - double bass, Anton Svanberg - tuba & Jenny Kalliokulju - painting
Pulse: Lise-Lotte Norelius - percussion and electronics
Breath of life & stage hands: Elisa Palmu - French horn, Johannes Palmu - percussion & Etna Ruscica - saxophone
Ceramics: Humle Rosenkvist
Wooden structures: Triaxe
Lighting design: Sofia Ivarsson
Sound technician: Stefan Backas
Assistant to director & production: Kati Ruohomäki
Producer: Annika Sillander
Photos: Wilma Hurskainen