"Move in Tempo": Involving the Audience Through Their Movement in Installation Art

Nogueira, Maria Rita, Simões, João Braz, Maçãs de Carvalho, José and Menezes, Paulo (2024) "Move in Tempo": Involving the Audience Through Their Movement in Installation Art. International Journal of Arts and Technology. ISSN 1754-8853 (In Press)

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Abstract

This article presents "Move in Tempo", an installation performance designed to immerse everyone in a unique artistic experience blending dance performance, technology, and movement-based interaction. Through "Move in Tempo," participants engage with the temporal dimension of movement from two perspectives, the experiences available to visitors of the installation. The first perspective allows visitors to act as performers of their own experience, engaging directly with the installation through their movements. The second perspective is that of a spectator, where visitors observe a performance within the installation space, choreographed specifically for "Move in Tempo". The installation invites each person to move within a rhythmic framework, facilitated by algorithmic and machine learning techniques. Through this interactive experience, participants contribute to the creation of the artistic narrative, making them integral performers within the installation. Evaluation results from the participation of over 700 visitors highlight the impact of the interactive experience. Qualitative and quantitative assessments reveal increased visitor engagement, enhanced understanding of art and culture across various age groups, and enriched holistic experiences. By incorporating participant feedback and evaluation data, this article demonstrates the effectiveness of "Move in Tempo" in bridging the gap between art and audience.