# Retro Revival Flash Mobs 'Big Art for Little Minds' Recreates Woodstock in Toronto By Armida Ascano | Published 2010-12-10 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-art-for-little-minds References: [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tu2_xZIyps) & [bigartforlittleminds](http://bigartforlittleminds.com/) 'Big Art for Little Minds' is a Toronto-based organization dedicated to the artistic development of youth. To spread their message, Big Art decided to initiate a [flashmob in Toronto's Dundas Square](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ink-the-rainbow). The stunt followed a [theme of Woodstock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woodstock-goods), with [choreographed dancers breaking into a number](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-dandelion-day) set to a mix of your parents' favorite tunes. From Jimi Hendrix to the Beatles, the retro revival tunes set the tone for 'Big Art for Little Minds' to launch a movement of freedom, fun and beauty that embodies everything awesome about the 1960s. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Publicity Stunts](https://www.trendhunter.com/publicitystunts) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-revival Artistry:** Organizations and brands can leverage nostalgia to create unique experiences for consumers, particularly targeting younger generations. - **Flashmob Marketing:** Flashmobs can provide a fun and engaging platform for brands to showcase their message and connect with consumers in a unique way. - **Youth-focused Creativity:** The promotion of youth artistic development provides an opportunity to cultivate creativity and inspire new generations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Arts and Culture:** The arts and culture industry can leverage retro-revival and flashmob trends to create immersive experiences and connect with younger audiences. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising industries can utilize flashmobs as a unique and memorable marketing strategy. - **Education and Youth Development:** Youth-focused organizations can leverage artistic development and creative expression to inspire and educate younger generations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Light Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litebrite-worlds-of-wonder.md) - [Neighborhood Music Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-music-in-the-park.md) - [Outdoor Singalong Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rock-and-roll-playhouse.md) - [Outdoor Light-Up Globes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moongarden.md) - [Creativity-Focused One-Day Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oneday-activation.md) - [Beach-Themed Mobile Tourist Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wasaga-beach.md) - [Multi-Sensory Art Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcadia-earth-toronto-benjamin-von-wong.md) - [Sensory Immersion Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enlightenment-by-eonarium.md) - [Interactive Summer Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jacquie-comrie.md)