Alexander Poulet | Nathan Babet (Hrebabetzky)
Alexander Poulet
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'Volga' is my realisation of dystopia, set in an abandoned brewery, fallen vacant after being bought out by Carlton (an offshore company) and left to crumble in time. A figure sits and drinks beer in the empty annex, back to the majestic view framed by a glassless window. The performance begins at first light: as the sun rises, the setting emerges from the gloom, revealing a state of neglect.
The folk song 'The Boatmen' provides the soundtrack, reminding us of...more