Educational or outrageous? See the most disturbing 'playground' for kids
Playgrounds were designed for kids to let loose and have a good time. Damon has found what he can only describe as the most 'disturbing' playground ever.
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I may not be a parent, but I have friends who are parents, and they are always on the lookout for ways to keep their kids entertained.
I remember when I was younger, I loved playing outside. It gave me a chance to be myself, and to explore the outdoors in a free environment.
While trolling through my social media on Tuesday, I came across the most bizarre and disturbing playground ever. The video did the rounds back in 2015, but somehow I missed it.
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The video footage shows a massive puppet, naked and lying on its side while kids play around it. Mirror reports that the demonstration was by Australian experimental interactive performance art group, Snuff Puppets, which aims to push the boundaries of theatre.
This particular graphic demonstration, called 'Everybody', aims to explore the various stages of life from birth to death. The footage starts off when a brick hits the puppet on its head, then just when you think you've seen it all, a baby is born, and can even be seen rolling around crying on the floor. Not to mention there are also random bits of organs rolling around on the floor. Audiences and kids, especially, are encouraged to walk around, climb inside, and even get close to the strange puppet.
While many have given a thumbs up to the bizarre demonstration, others are finding the art offensive. But is it really? I mean, some people let children watch violent, aggressive movies, so in the grand scheme of things, is witnessing childbirth and a woman's breast that bad?
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If you watch the video, to be honest, none of those kids seem to be particularly upset. In fact, they all seem quite happy.
Warning: This video may not be suitable for young viewers and some people may find it offensive.
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For me, I can’t say that this kind of art is my cup of tea, and it’s not something I’d rush out to buy a ticket to see with my kids, but I must admit that if we walked past the performance, I wouldn’t try and cover their eyes and shield them from it.
After watching this video, do you find this type of art educational or just plain outrageous? Share your thoughts with me below.