Fusion of Circus Tradition and Cutting-Edge Art in Ghent\’s One-of-a-Kind Creative Hub
Multidisciplinary Artist Bjørn Gunnar Staal demonstrates how technology can forge community at Ghent’s Wintercircus Arena
Installation Highlights
- “Entangled” – a pioneering digital art exhibit that merges robotics, generative algorithms, and interactive displays.
- Created specifically for the spacious Wintercircus building, the piece thrives when viewed from balconies and all angles.
- The contrast between the historic architecture and the high‑tech installation sparks conversation and curiosity.
Wintercircus Mission
- Bringing together art, culture, technology, and innovation within a single venue.
- Incorporating the building’s past as a horse‑and‑elephant stable into its present creative purpose.
Bjørn Staal on the Power of Technology
“I want people to see that technology can be wielded creatively, sometimes in ways it wasn’t originally intended for.”
“In a place like this, technology should bring people together, rather than push them apart into isolated screen‑time.”
Staal highlights how the Wintercircus’s layout—cafés, restaurants, and a communal work space—provides an inviting backdrop that echoes its storied past.
Collaborative Spirit
“The synergy of working with experts here has allowed for a truly unique creation tailored to this building.”
The audience is encouraged to explore the venue’s multiple spaces and experience the blend of heritage and innovation first‑hand.
Further Exploration
- Full interview available in the video embedded above.
- Discover how technology and community intertwine at this revolutionary arts hub.
