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Artificial Mother Performances

The Messiah Complex 5.0 Explores Concepts of Religious Evolution

— January 17, 2015 — Art & Design
The Messiah Complex 5.0 is a performance being presented during the Progress Festival in Toronto, Canada. It blends science and religion in a unique study of relationships. The Messiah Complex 5.0 specifically draws on American Psychologist Harry Harlow's work with primates and his experiments with artificial mothers and infant attachment.

Divided into two parts, the Messiah Complex 5.0 first uses "Harlow’s ‘Cloth Mother’ as a metaphor to explain the religious motivation for visual and tactile iconographies" and then moves on to "the mythological matrix of the messianic, involving themes of conception, birth, orphan upbringing, spiritual trials and tests all aligned with the trajectory of Harlow’s primate test subjects," as is written on the Progress Festival website. It outlines an interesting comparison that will intrigue many viewers.
Trend Themes
1. Science-religion Blended Performances - There is an opportunity for artists to explore the intersection of science and religion in unique and thought-provoking ways through performances and art installations.
2. Metaphors and Mythology - Using metaphors and mythology from scientific experiments and psychological studies can provide an interesting narrative for storytelling and performance art.
3. Evolutionary Concepts in Art - Artists can use evolutionary concepts and theories as an inspiration to create cutting-edge performances and exhibitions that are both entertaining and educational.
Industry Implications
1. Performing Arts - Musicians, dancers, actors, and other performers have the opportunity to incorporate scientific and psychological concepts into their performances and create unique and memorable experiences for their audiences.
2. Art Installations - Art installations that explore the intersection of science and religion can create a powerful and immersive experience that engages the viewers intellectually and emotionally.
3. Museums and Exhibitions - Museums and exhibitions can showcase exhibits that are based on psychological and evolutionary theories and provide educational and engaging experiences for visitors.
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