The drums originate from discarded washing machines collected by the group members over the period of several months on the island of Madeira, where they live and work. Some machines were found in the garbage, while other unwanted ones were given to them by fellow islanders.
The artists enjoy demonstrating that you can create something very meaningful when you recycle ordinary objects. For their project 'Yes, Less Can! '(2017) they collected an enormous amount of empty soda cans during a half year, which they then turned into colourful posters and decorations for the streets of Câmara de Lobos on Madeira. ‘Upcycling’, as it’s called, is something contemporary designers are doing more and more these days. Think, for instance, of Piet Hein Eek’s famous furniture pieces made of reclaimed wood.
Teatro Metaphora doesn’t only work on art projects but regularly writes and organises theatre performances as well. It’s no coincidence then that the title of this artwork reminds you of William Shakespeare’s famous 16th century play, 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream'. In this piece, which takes place on a warm summer’s night in a forest illuminated by the moon, four young lovers, a group of actors and even fairies encounter a whole host of adventures. You’re now seeing this installation in slightly less sultry conditions, but hopefully you can imagine being in a similar environment, in the company of others and in the intimacy of the dark night.
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