Dada's Origins

The Dada movement emerged as a reaction to the chaos of war, challenging the very foundations of Western culture, including logic and beauty. Originating in Zurich, a group of artists gathered at the Cabaret Voltaire, where they embraced spontaneity and absurdity, culminating in the creation of the term "dada," which itself reflects the movement's rejection of meaning. The Dada manifesto, delivered by Hugo, marked a pivotal moment in this artistic rebellion against societal norms.