Ars Electronica Festival · 2008
Frozen Grand Central
by Charlie Todd
🏆 Honorary Mention · Prix Ars Electronica 2008
“Frozen Grand Central” by Charlie Todd received a Honorary Mention in the Hybrid Art category of the Prix Ars Electronica 2008.
On a cold Saturday in New York City, the world’s largest train station came to a sudden halt. Over 200 Improv Everywhere agents froze in place at the exact same second for five minutes in the Main Concourse of Grand Central Station.
About Charlie Todd
Improv Everywhere (US) causes scenes of chaos and joy in public places. Created in August of 2001 by Charlie Todd, Improv Everywhere has executed over 70 missions involving thousands of undercover agents. The group is based in New York City.
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