Manifesta purposely strives to keep its distance from what are often seen as the dominant centres of artistic production, instead seeking fresh and fertile terrain for the mapping of a new cultural topography.

Manifesta 15 Barcelona took place in Barcelona and 11 surrounding cities ot its metropolitan region.

MASBEDO

MASBEDO is an artistic duo formed by Nicolò Massazza and Iacopo Bedogni, whose collaboration commenced in 1999. Currently living in Milan and Piacenza, they have cultivated a rich body of work marked by a continuous exploration and fusion of diverse artistic languages. From video to installation, cinema to performance, avant-garde theatre to sound design, MASBEDO traverses these mediums with a fluidity that underscores their versatility and innovation. Notably, their creations are distinguished by a pronounced immersive quality and a commitment to site-specificity. At the heart of MASBEDO's practice lies a performative ethos that permeates each of their endeavours, lending them a distinctive character and vitality. Recently, the duo has turned their attention to the symbiotic relationship between cinema and art, embarking on an in-depth exploration that encompasses socio-anthropological dimensions as well as more intimate and poetic realms. This interdisciplinary approach infuses their work with a richness and depth, inviting viewers to engage with themes both profound and evocative.