“If all mankind were to disappear, the world would regenerate back to the rich state of equilibrium that existed ten thousand years ago. If insects were to vanish, the environment would collapse into chaos.” E.O Wilson
It's a bug's life - or so they say. This bank holiday weekend it will be anyway; creepy crawlies unite - Pestival is in town.
Celebrating insects in art, and the art of being an insect
If you asked the organisers, they'd tell you that 'The First International Arts Pestival is dedicated to raising awareness of the role insects play in the global ecosystem and in all animal societies. Many of those insects are increasingly endangered through human action.'
If nothing else, it sounds like this event will make you think twice about reaching for the bug spray.
The line-up of entertainment is a long one. The programme of talks, demonstrations, workshops, art installations, films, music and performance covers nine days and there's something for every buggy taste. If you've ever wondered why insects sting or have always wanted to take part in an insect recording master class then this is the event for you.
If it all gets too much, Pestival Yoga will also let people stretch their... erm, wings.
So, join the 400 species of moths and butterflies at the London Wetland Centre and bug out!
Pestival
London Wetland Centre
27 May - 4 June 2006
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