Discover the artistic corners of Cracow while following the footsteps of one of the most important Polish avant-garde artists of the 20th century!
Tadeusz Kantor came to Cracow to study at the painting department of the Academy of Fine Arts. Here he presented his first theatrical performances and organised some of the most important exhibitions of modern art in Poland. In Cracow Kantor established the world-famous Cricot 2 Theatre. Afterwards, he created the Cricoteka, functioning as the ‘live archive’ of the said theatre. Despite his many journeys, the artist always returned to Cracow. Here he lived and worked.
We encourage you to take an active journey along the trail of places related to the life and work of Tadeusz Kantor. On our map you can find ten sites, as well as interesting titbits and tasks related to them. Bring your friends and family and plan your route together! You can visit the sites in any order.
Text
Magdalena Figzał-Janikowska
Valuable Tips
Małgorzata Paluch-Cybulska
Bogdan Renczyński
Coordination
Justyna Droń
Graphic Design
Kasia Walentynowicz
Editng, proofreading
Marta Orczykowska
Translation
Marysia Borowska
Publisher
Centre of the Documentation of the Art of Tadeusz Kantor CRICOTEKA
2-4 Nadwiślańska Street
+48 12 442 77 70, www.cricoteka.pl
Project carried out with the financial support of the Minister of Culture and National Heritage.
