THE CARPET COVERS THE EARTH

Kavachi rolls out the red carpet. Or rather: He assembles it, from donated pieces of clothing and fabric – a red patchwork carpet for all those who want to enter or leave the immigration authority building at Ruppertstraße 19 in Munich.
The red carpet – a symbol of recognition, usually bestowed upon those deemed famous – is supposed to become a bridge between those people who have recently arrived in Germany, in hopes of being granted permanent residence permits, and those who have been living here for many years. The work does not only refer to the migration debate but also wants to emphasise the individuality of each human being, regardless of where they come from or where they go. The performance invites discussion: about borders, about nation, and about origin. The artist will sew the carpet while seeking conversation with passers-by, in front of the Munich immigration office, during four festival days.