"Cut Piece" is a performance art piece created by artist Yoko Ono in 1964. In this work, Ono sits on stage in a simple outfit, inviting the audience to come up and cut pieces of her clothing with scissors. The act symbolizes vulnerability and the relationship between the performer and the audience, challenging traditional notions of art and participation.
The performance encourages viewers to confront their own feelings about aggression, consent, and the act of creation. Over the years, "Cut Piece" has been reinterpreted by various artists, maintaining its relevance in discussions about feminism, body politics, and the role of the audience in art.