Cultúr Salon On Joyce and Technology [Bloomsday]

To celebrate the centenary of the publication of Ulysses, the Embassy of Ireland in Berlin, in cooperation with ‘Empathy When?’ podcast, will have a special edition of Cultúr Salon, discussing Joyce and Technology.

Join host, writer, and publisher John Holten, and artists Susan Philipsz and Declan Clarke, at the Embassy for discussion and readings, a glass of Burgundy wine, and some gorgonzola sandwiches, to celebrate the great Irish writer – James Joyce and his influential novel, Ulysses. Straw hats optional.

About the artists:

John Holten (Host)

John Holten is an Irish-born novelist, artist, and curator He is a co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of Berlin-based publishing company Broken Dimanche Press. He is the host of Berlin arts podcast ‘Empathy When?’

Susan Philipsz

Susan Mary Philipsz OBE (born 1965) is a Scottish artist who won the 2010 Turner Prize. Originally a sculptor, she is best known for her sound installations. She records herself singing a cappella versions of songs which are replayed over a public address system in the gallery or other installation, for example in her Joyce inspired piece ‘The Dead’. She currently lives and works in Berlin.

Declan Clarke

Declan Clarke was born in Dublin in 1974. He studied at the National College of Art and Design, Dublin, and Chelsea College of Arts, London. He works predominately in the medium of film, but has worked frequently with other media throughout the last 15 years. His films reflect on everyday experiences and contrast these with grand narratives and explorations of the historical edifices of political power.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Embassy of Ireland, Jägerstraße 51, Berlin, Germany