French artist Laure Prouvost presents a new immersive installation titled "Nous, frissons d'étoile" (We, Shivers of a Star) at the Grand Palais in Paris from June 10 to July 26, 2026. The work blends video, sound, moving fabrics, and light to create a sensory journey inspired by quantum physics, developed in collaboration with researcher Hartmut Neven and philosopher Tobias Rees. Visitors pass through a pitch-black tunnel into a monumental fabric tent with colossal tentacles, encountering striking sculptures and an art video projected from the ceiling, accompanied by unpredictable sounds that evoke an invisible crowd or natural world.
This installation matters because it bridges contemporary art and cutting-edge science, using imagery from a quantum computer to make complex theories accessible and poetic. It is part of the Grand Palais's summer program, which runs from June 2 to September 6, 2026, positioning Prouvost's work as a highlight of the season's cultural offerings. The exhibition exemplifies how artists can translate abstract scientific concepts into visceral, immersive experiences, expanding the boundaries of contemporary art and audience engagement.