A cooperation of the Kunstmuseum Basel with the Theater Basel in the context of the exhibition Picasso – El Greco
Premiere with dancers from the Ballet Ensemble of Theater Basel
On the occasion of the special exhibition Picasso - El Greco, the Kunstmuseum Basel will present a multimedia dance performance in cooperation with the ballet ensemble of the Theater Basel in autumn 2022: Hidden Matter can be seen as a world premiere on six evenings in September at Kunstmuseum Basel | Hauptbau.
The new production was developed jointly by the French-American choreographer Rachelle Scott and the British-Indian video and digital artist Permi Jhooti. It combines dance, digital imagery, architecture and music to create an expressive and expansive piece inspired by El Greco's and Picasso's oeuvres. The main building of the Kunstmuseum will become an open stage for this: dancing will take place in the foyer of the first floor, and parts of the production will also be visible from the large inner courtyard.
Hidden Matter is not a conventional ballet that the audience experiences "frontally". The audience is introduced in the courtyard by a projection on the façade of the main building. Dancers then accompany the visitors to the first floor. There they enter a space in which sounds, bodies, static architecture, moving images and physical and virtual realities intermingle. A dancer acts as a "narrator" who guides the audience through the evening as El Greco's alter ego.
The new work by Rachelle Scott and Permi Jhooti combines complex technical knowledge of virtual image worlds, philosophical reflections on time and space and a choreographic language. It is the first collaboration between the two artists, both of whom are interested in the expressive power and potential of movement. Scott focuses on the dancing bodies and the connection between emotion and expression. Jhooti records the dancers with a special camera and develops ambiguous images of pixels from the collected data. These are projected onto the windows facing the inner courtyard and sometimes act as an echo of danced passages, sometimes as an anticipation of the dancers' future movements.
Dates
Friday, 9.9.2022 (premiere), Saturday, 10.9., Tuesday, 13.9., Wednesday, 14.9., Friday, 16.9. and Saturday, 17.9., admission at 8.15 p.m. each evening, start at 8.30 p.m.
Place
Kunstmuseum Basel, Main Building Foyer 1st Floor
Concept
Rachelle Scott (Choreography), Permi Jhooti (Visual Art / Video)
Dancers
Mikaela Kelly
Celia Sandoya
Kelly Keesing
Max Zachrisson
Elias Boersma
Dayne Florence
Light
Luke Marian
Video
Rubén Darío Bañol Herrera (Music: Danheim "Ginnung")
Music Editing
Rachelle Scott
Music Mastering
Beat Frei
GUIDED TOUR
17:00–17:45
In German. Diese Führungsreihe für blinde, sehbeeinträchtigte und andere Kunstinteressierte durch die Sammlung findet sitzend in den Galerieräumen statt. Sehende Begleiter:innen und Blindenhunde sind willkommen. Wenn Sie weitere Bedürfnisse für einen barrierefreien Zutritt ins Museum haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an [email protected]. Kosten: CHF 7
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
Who am I in the virtual space? What does the future hold for me, as digital spaces increasingly merge with the real world? This September, "Mitmach-Mittwoch” will focus on the exhibition by Cao Fei, who is transforming the Kunstmuseum Basel | Gegenwart into a multi-floor total work of art. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
16:30–18:00
In German. Im dialogischen Rundgang erhalten Sie kunst- und sozialhistorische Hintergründe sowie didaktische Impulse, um die Themen der Ausstellung altersgerecht mit Ihrer Klasse zu diskutieren. Kosten: CHF 15 (inkl. Eintritt)
PROGRAM DAY
GEGENWART
12:00–19:00
Program Day "Worlds Yet to Come" accompanying the exhibition by Cao Fei: Narratives of the Future from China at the Intersection of Art, Literature, and Science. Participation free of charge, ticket required via ticket link
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
15:00–16:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In French: Coût: Entrée + CHF 7
FULLY BOOKED!
NEUBAU
15:00–16:00
FULLY BOOKED!
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
15:00–16:00
In French: Coût: Entrée + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. Mit der wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiterin Kim Huệ Lương. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
Who am I in the virtual space? What does the future hold for me, as digital spaces increasingly merge with the real world? This September, "Mitmach-Mittwoch” will focus on the exhibition by Cao Fei, who is transforming the Kunstmuseum Basel | Gegenwart into a multi-floor total work of art. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Führung zu aktuellen weiblichen Positionen im Kunstmuseum Basel. Eine fortlaufende Reihe mit der Kunstvermittlerin Iris Kretzschmar in der Sammlung des Kunstmuseums Basel. Kosten: CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
15:00–16:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
10:00–18:00
The Kunstmuseum makes room for you with interactive zones, pop-up libraries, and play areas. Come by to linger and discover. No meeting point. Participation free of charge
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
10:00–16:00
In the Open Studio, we explore how simple shapes, bold colours and short sentences can be transformed into striking images and narratives. Inspired by the works of artist Roy Lichtenstein, we experiment with dots, lines and his characteristic speech bubbles. We create our own comics and Pop Art that can be bold, colourful and entirely personal. Participation free of charge, no registration required
GUIDED TOUR
14:00–15:00
Costs: Admission + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
15:00–16:00
Costs: Admission + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. mit dem wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiter Gerry Fässler. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
The term “comic” first appeared in the 18th century to describe humorous drawings. Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein, who was also deeply interested in this medium, we use painterly enlargements to shed new light on a wide variety of perspectives, details, and motifs from the museum’s collection and tell new stories. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Dryck Flader trifft sich selbst. In der Spezialausgabe vom 8. Oktober trifft Dryck Flader nun sich selbst. Nach der regulären Führung (17:00-17:45) begibt sich der fladeistische Forscher nämlich mit allen, die ihn begleiten wollen, zu seiner ersten Ausstellung im KASKO, wo die Vernissage für eben diese stattfindet. Kosten: CHF 7. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
15:00–16:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. Mit dem Kurator Jasper Warzecha. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
The term “comic” first appeared in the 18th century to describe humorous drawings. Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein, who was also deeply interested in this medium, we use painterly enlargements to shed new light on a wide variety of perspectives, details, and motifs from the museum’s collection and tell new stories. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
HAUPTBAU
14:00–15:45
Die Papier- und Medienkunstrestaurierung gewährt im Rahmen des Europäischen Tages der Restaurierung Einblick in ihre Arbeit.
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. Mit der wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiterin Inga Benedix. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
At this special MiMi event, we welcome artist Lucinda Tanner, who will give us an insight into the various printing techniques and processes that Roy Lichtenstein worked with and, above all, experimented with. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired
DROP-IN-WORKSHOPS
NEUBAU Eventfoyer
18:00–21:00
Live music, tango dancers, and a tango café transform the museum space into a historic dance hall. Workshops and social dance also offer opportunities for active participation. Participation free of charge, ticket required via ticketlink
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Mit dem Kunstvermittler Mariano Gaich. Vorkenntnisse sind keine nötig. Für Interessierte ab 16 Jahren. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich. Kosten: CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
WORKSHOP FÜR KINDER
HAUPTBAU
14:00–16:30
In German. Halloween steht vor der Tür und Du möchtest Deine Freund:innen zum Gruseln bringen? Lass Dich von düsteren Werken aus unserer Sammlung inspirieren und gestalte den schaurigsten Halloween-Auftritt. Ob Fabelwesen, Gruselpuppe oder besondere Maske: Mit Deinem Kostüm ziehst Du garantiert alle Blicke auf Dich. Alter: 7-10 Jahren. Kosten: CHF 15 / mit Familienpass CHF 10, Ticket erforderlich via Ticketlink.
GUIDED TOUR
14:00–15:00
In French: Coût: Entrée + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
14:00–15:00
In French: Coût: Entrée + CHF 7
FULLY BOOKED!
NEUBAU
15:00–16:00
FULLY BOOKED!
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. Mit dem Kurator Gabriel Dette und der Kuratorin Sabine Söll-Tauchert (Historisches Museum Basel). Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
The term “comic” first appeared in the 18th century to describe humorous drawings. Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein, who was also deeply interested in this medium, we use painterly enlargements to shed new light on a wide variety of perspectives, details, and motifs from the museum’s collection and tell new stories. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
10:15–12:00
Freundschaften spielten im Leben der Sammlerin und Fotografin Gertrud Dübi-Müller eine zentrale Rolle. Auf zahlreichen Fotografien lichtete sie ihre Engsten ab und liess sich andererseits als Modell in den Werken ihrer befreundeten Künstler:innen verewigen. Gemeinsam entdecken wir in der Ausstellung ihre Fotografien sowie einige der Portraits, die etwa Cuno Amiet oder Ferdinand Hodler von Dübi-Müller fertigten. Kosten: CHF 10 / bis 16 Jahre: CHF 5.
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
On the occasion of the special exhibition on art collector Gertrude Dübi-Müller, we will focus on modelling in November. Dübi-Müller was herself a photographer and was often portrayed by major artists of her time. From photographic self-portraits to life drawing, we will explore different portrait techniques and ask ourselves what it means to pose as a model for someone. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required
GUIDED TOUR
17:00–17:45
In German. Führung zu aktuellen weiblichen Positionen im Kunstmuseum Basel. Eine fortlaufende Reihe mit der Kunstvermittlerin Iris Kretzschmar in der Sammlung des Kunstmuseums Basel. Kosten: CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
HAUPTBAU
14:00–15:00
We invite you to join one of our one-hour guided tours to discover the many masterpieces in our collection from new perspectives and learn more about the history of the Öffentliche Kunstsammlung Basel. Cost: Admission + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. mit der wissenschaftlichen Assistenz Eleonora Bitterli. Kosten: Erintrit
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
On the occasion of the special exhibition on art collector Gertrude Dübi-Müller, we will focus on modelling in November. Dübi-Müller was herself a photographer and was often portrayed by major artists of her time. From photographic self-portraits to life drawing, we will explore different portrait techniques and ask ourselves what it means to pose as a model for someone. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required
CURATOR'S TOUR
NEUBAU
18:30–19:30
In German. Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer im Gespräch mit der Architektin Salome Grisard über ihre Leidenschaft für Kunst und Mäzenatentum Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
17:00–17:45
In German. Eine Werkbetrachtung der anderen Art. Kosten: CHF 7. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich
GUIDED TOUR
12:30–13:00
In German. Mit der wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiterin Greta Schweizer. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
On the occasion of the special exhibition on art collector Gertrude Dübi-Müller, we will focus on modelling in November. Dübi-Müller was herself a photographer and was often portrayed by major artists of her time. From photographic self-portraits to life drawing, we will explore different portrait techniques and ask ourselves what it means to pose as a model for someone. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Mit dem Kunstvermittler Mariano Gaich. Vorkenntnisse sind keine nötig. Für Interessierte ab 16 Jahren. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich. Kosten: CHF 7
WORKSHOP FÜR KINDER
HAUPTBAU
14:00–16:30
In german. Ob Krone, Kappe oder Wollmütze – Kopfbedeckungen sind nicht nur modische Erscheinungen, sondern erfüllen unterschiedliche Zwecke. Wie jede Form von Kleidung und Accessoires prägen sie, wie wir wahrgenommen werden oder andere wahrnehmen. Gemeinsam begeben wir uns auf die Suche nach den besten Hüten der Sammlung und gestalten anschliessend unsere eigenen fantastischen Hüte im Atelier.Alter: 7-10 Jahren. Kosten: CHF 15 / mit Familienpass CHF 10, Ticket erforderlich via Ticketlink.
GUIDED TOUR
15:00–16:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
12:30–13:00
In German. mit dem wissenschaftlichen Mitarbeiter Gerry Fässler. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
On the occasion of the special exhibition on art collector Gertrude Dübi-Müller, we will focus on modelling in November. Dübi-Müller was herself a photographer and was often portrayed by major artists of her time. From photographic self-portraits to life drawing, we will explore different portrait techniques and ask ourselves what it means to pose as a model for someone. Every Wednesday. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration required
DROP-IN-WORKSHOPS
NEUBAU Eventfoyer
18:00–21:00
Three tango evenings bring to life a surprising chapter in Gertrud Dübi-Müller’s life: Her passion for tango as an expression of a modern way of life. Inspired by her letters, which tell of tango teas, dance lessons and lavish parties, live music, tango dancers and a tango café transform the Eventfoyer in the Neubau into a historic tango salon. The workshop and social dance invite participants of all dance levels to join in – an opportunity to experience this special atmosphere for themselves. With Tanda 4 and the tango school of Mario De Camillis and Guggi Zuzáková. Workshop and social dance with tango café on three Wednesday evenings: 21 October 2026, 25 November 2026, 9 December 2026, each from 6–9 pm Kunstmuseum Basel | Neubau, Eventfoyer Free admission → shop.kunstmuseumbasel.ch
CURATOR'S TOUR
NEUBAU
18:30–19:30
In German. Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer im Gespräch mit der Architektin Salome Grisard über ihre Leidenschaft für Kunst und Mäzenatentum Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
12:30–13:00
Mit der Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Führung zu aktuellen weiblichen Positionen im Kunstmuseum Basel. Eine fortlaufende Reihe mit der Kunstvermittlerin Iris Kretzschmar in der Sammlung des Kunstmuseums Basel. Kosten: CHF 7
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
10:00–18:00
The Kunstmuseum makes room for you with interactive zones, pop-up libraries, and play areas. Come by to linger and discover. No meeting point. Participation free of charge
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
Costs: Admission + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
15:00–16:00
In German. Eine Führungsreihe für Kunstinteressierte in Gebärdensprache durch die Sammlung des Kunstmuseum Basel. Mit Kunstvermittlerin Lua Leirner. Wenn Sie weitere Bedürfnisse für einen barrierefreien Zutritt ins Museum haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an [email protected]. Kosten: CHF 7
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.
DROP-IN-WORKSHOPS
18:00–21:00
Live music, tango dancers, and a tango café transform the museum space into a historic dance hall. Workshops and social dance also offer opportunities for active participation. Participation free of charge, ticket required via ticketlink
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Eine Werkbetrachtung der anderen Art. Kosten: CHF 7. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
14:00–15:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
15:00–16:00
Costs: Admission + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
12:30–13:00
In german. Mit der Assistenzkuratorin Nina Schweizer. Kosten: Eintritt
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.
CURATOR'S TOUR
NEUBAU
18:30–19:30
In german. Kuratorin Géraldine Meyer im Gespräch mit der Architektin Salome Grisard über ihre Leidenschaft für Kunst und Mäzenatentum Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Mit dem Kunstvermittler Mariano Gaich. Vorkenntnisse sind keine nötig. Für Interessierte ab 16 Jahren. Beschränkte Platzzahl. Tickets sind an der Infotheke erhältlich. Kosten: CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
GEGENWART
14:00–15:00
Costs: Admission + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
HAUPTBAU
17:00–17:45
In German. Diese Führungsreihe für blinde, sehbeeinträchtigte und andere Kunstinteressierte durch die Sammlung findet sitzend in den Galerieräumen statt. Sehende Begleiter:innen und Blindenhunde sind willkommen. Wenn Sie weitere Bedürfnisse für einen barrierefreien Zutritt ins Museum haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an [email protected]. Kosten: CHF 7
WORKSHOP
17:00–20:00
What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
14:00–15:00
In French: Coût: Entrée + CHF 7
GUIDED TOUR
NEUBAU
15:00–16:00
In German. Kosten: Eintritt + CHF 7
WORKSHOP
HAUPTBAU
17:00–20:00
What happens when one work of art is hung next to another? In December, we will explore the art-historical technique of comparative viewing. Together, we will look for similarities and differences between the works and explore the contrasts and synergies that emerge in exhibition spaces. A month dedicated to taking a closer look at curatorial practice. Ages 14 and up. Participation free of charge, no registration recquired.



























