The Italian collective nanou—comprising Marco Valerio Amico and Rhuena Bacci—presented the national premiere of their new work "Goldroom" at the Ravenna Festival. The piece is a choreographic installation staged at the Mercato Coperto in Ravenna from June 1 to 7, with additional performances scheduled for summer. "Goldroom" is the second chapter of the Overlook Hotel project, following "redrum," and blends dance, video, and live music by Bruno Dorella. The work invites viewers to move freely through the space, choosing whether to focus on the performers, the video, or the ambient environment, creating a layered experience that references Lynch, Kubrick's "Eyes Wide Shut," Gene Kelly, and John Cage.
This premiere matters because it represents a significant moment for Italian contemporary dance and performance art, showcasing nanou's innovative approach to blurring boundaries between installation, choreography, and audience participation. The work's structure—where spectators can drink, converse, or watch their phones while the performance unfolds—challenges traditional notions of spectatorship and theatrical time. By staging it in a public market and extending its run to other venues like Teatro India in Rome and Hangartfest in Pesaro, the piece also reflects a growing trend of site-specific, immersive art that engages with everyday life and urban spaces.