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The Olympic Machine

The Olympic Machine is based on the articulated, electric train arm design.  It is a simple
weight-shifting system for acrobatic performances.

Concept and construction together with Marco Collabucci /I.
Realized in the context of 'Wheel of Power', a theatrical production in an empty train factory,
staged by Derevo /RU for the 400th anniversary of the city of Mannheim /D, 2007


The Olympic Machine, down

Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt

The Olympic Machine, up

Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt

Olympic performance, Derevo

Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt

Olympic performance, Derevo

Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt

Olympic performance, Derevo

Wheel of Power, Mannheim 2007 | Nicole van Hasselt