WA | 2003
An imaginary Japanese DJ named Wa was booked to perform at a large Cape Town party. The artist invented her profile, composed the music she would play and sourced an unknown Korean tourist to learn basic DJ’ing skills and perform as Wa. Her original identity was kept a secret and the gig was advertised to the point where people were talking about Wa as if they owned her (non-existent) albums. Her performance of ear-splitting noise lasted 15 minutes in front of a crowd of over 1500 people. Titled 'Yumei na wa ju go pun,' and loosely translating as '15 minutes of fame,' the gig’s highlights were broadcast on national television.
Medium: Assorted DJ equipment, PA system, undiscovered Asian actress, audio
Dimensions: Variable
Duration: 15-minutes (performance)
Date: 2003
Photography : Paul Grose