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Public Secrets

'PUBLIC SECRETS' is an international collaboration in which Vloeistof and Zeitsprung (Zurich, CH) join forces for a series of surprising interventions in public spaces. Public Secrets actively involves the audience to make everyday life more dynamic and exciting. Who knows, perhaps we’ll share a secret together?

With Public Secrets, we aim to reach a diverse audience, both in busy areas and in unconventional, often forgotten places. We want to be present precisely where people usually have little exposure to art. For both groups, the public space serves as an inexhaustible source of inspiration. By collaborating, we combine our expertise, reach a broader audience, deepen our artistic expression, and work more sustainably.

The theme of Public Secrets revolves around anonymously sharing secrets that are brought into the open. This process allows participants to let go of guilt or shame, leading to a shared, liberating experience. Secrets, something everyone has, can connect people.

In September 2024, we held our first residency and developed a toolbox with choreographic and participatory elements. This toolbox enables us to create accessible and impactful performances during short residencies in a variety of locations. Collaboration with local artists and special target groups is central to Public Secrets, allowing us to create art that is both locally rooted and universally accessible. Together with our local partners, it is also possible to organize participatory workshops.