Four human bodies and dozens of tyres come together in a physically demanding performance exploring the fragile relationships between people and their environment. An unpredictable pile of tyres dominating the scenography and shaping human behaviour gradually transforms into a living, dynamic architecture. PNEU becomes a performative playground where rules unexpectedly disappear and re-emerge, chaos turns into structure, and imbalance becomes a driving force.
In his latest project, Viktor Černický draws on the theory of antifragility, presenting a stage essay on effort, exhaustion, and the restoration of strength. On the desire not to lose lightness, even as everything collapses. On a space where disorder becomes fertile ground for the search for new meaning.
The concept of antifragility, introduced by philosopher Nassim Nicholas Taleb, describes a state in which a system or object requires disorder, chaos, and pressure in order to grow. While something fragile may break under stress, an antifragile entity improves and becomes stronger. The human immune system or muscles are examples of such systems: they develop through exertion, yet deteriorate if left at rest.
Why do we often feel worse after several days of inactivity? How many people exercise daily just to maintain their fitness? Our bodies are antifragile factories. By constantly pushing beyond our limits, we grow. Sharing discomfort and effort—this is what connects us, allowing us to move beyond ourselves.
In his latest project, Viktor Černický draws on the theory of antifragility, presenting a stage essay on effort, exhaustion, and the restoration of strength. On the desire not to lose lightness, even as everything collapses. On a space where disorder becomes fertile ground for the search for new meaning.
The concept of antifragility, introduced by philosopher Nassim Nicholas Taleb, describes a state in which a system or object requires disorder, chaos, and pressure in order to grow. While something fragile may break under stress, an antifragile entity improves and becomes stronger. The human immune system or muscles are examples of such systems: they develop through exertion, yet deteriorate if left at rest.
Why do we often feel worse after several days of inactivity? How many people exercise daily just to maintain their fitness? Our bodies are antifragile factories. By constantly pushing beyond our limits, we grow. Sharing discomfort and effort—this is what connects us, allowing us to move beyond ourselves.
Authors: Viktor Černický
Directed by: Viktor Černický
Concept: Viktor Černický
Performance: Valentin Verdure, Marek Menšík, Viktor Černický, Lukas Blaha Bliss / Matěj Pour
Art Consultant: Joan Català
Production: Petra Hanzlíková & ZDRUHESTRANY
Co-production: Jatka78, CIRQUEON – Centrum pro nový cirkus
Partners: Rezi.Dance Komařice, Studio Alta
Photography & Video: Jakub Dušek, Vojtěch Brtnický, František Ortmann
Cast: Valentin Verdure, Marek Menšík, Viktor Černický, Lukas Blaha Bliss / Matěj Pour
Directed by: Viktor Černický
Concept: Viktor Černický
Performance: Valentin Verdure, Marek Menšík, Viktor Černický, Lukas Blaha Bliss / Matěj Pour
Art Consultant: Joan Català
Production: Petra Hanzlíková & ZDRUHESTRANY
Co-production: Jatka78, CIRQUEON – Centrum pro nový cirkus
Partners: Rezi.Dance Komařice, Studio Alta
Photography & Video: Jakub Dušek, Vojtěch Brtnický, František Ortmann
Cast: Valentin Verdure, Marek Menšík, Viktor Černický, Lukas Blaha Bliss / Matěj Pour