Laurie Anderson's vibrant career has seen her successfully transform the troubadour from that of a medieval minstrel into a captivating, artistic mastery. Weaving stories and unearthly music, Anderson is able to transplant powerful emotions into the hearts of her audience, without falling into the trap of sentimentalism. Driven by her peculiar wit, fascinating life experiences and collection of invented instruments, Anderson's work can hardly be contained in a single, retrospective performance. Newcomers to her work can best use this night as an index card and follow its promises back into the rich productions of Anderson's past. Long-term fans will enjoy this event as a milestone — a point of reference for what is to come. If you don't have the opportunity to see many events during the Vivid Festival, Transitory Life should definitely be the one you make. Image by Kevin Kennefick. https://youtube.com/watch?v=rY7uTO_GuDg
