17th Lyon Biennale – Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon – Grand Hôtel-Dieu

For its 17th edition, the Lyon Biennale is taking up residence for the first time in a former hospital, the Grand Hôtel-Dieu, a heritage site devoted in days gone by to hospitality and care. Built in the 12th century, it was reconstructed in the 18th century to the plans of Jacques-Germain Soufflot.
In its heritage spaces, such as the Hôpital de la Charité’s archive room and the apothecary’s shops, the Biennale is displaying rituals related to the cycles of living creatures–from birth to death–that echo the site’s medical and religious history. In conjunction with the programming of the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, which showcases the cultural, emotional and environmental aspects of cookery, the Lyon Biennale is also introducing new conviviality practices through shared actions and collaborative workshops.

The programm :
- Sound healing ceremonies with artist Guadalupe Maravilla; Sept, 21 & 22, 9am;
In his exhibition space, artist Guadalupe Maravilla offers two healing sound ceremonies as a form of mutual aid and care.
While undergoing treatment for cancer, Guadalupe Maravilla was introduced to sound therapy, a healing practice that uses vibrations produced by gongs and “cleanses the water in our bodies, which can carry stress, impurities, and, in some cases, diseases.” As a part of his presentation at the Lyon Biennale at the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon – Grand Hôtel-Dieu, Maravilla is offering two free healing sound ceremonies as a form of mutual aid and care.
The first sound bath – 21.09.24 (9am) – is specifically intended for cancer survivors and those currently in treatment, their family and friends, and individuals mourning a loss due to cancer.
The second bath – 22.09.24 (9am) – is opened to everyone.. Admission to the sound baths is free but requires advance registration. The sound bath will last for 1h30. Late entry won’t be permitted. Audiences will be welcome to sit or lie down in the gallery space; yoga mats and seating cushions will be provided. Chairs will be made available on a limited basis, upon request. Please note that the sound baths involve sustained noise levels of varying volumes. Wearing an extra layer of warm clothing is recommended.