RAÍZES solo performance (2022)

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The Portuguese word "Raízes"(roots) means the basis, essential connection between people, the inherent bond within families that binds people together.

RAíZES is a physical theater piece inspired by Brazilian and Spanish cultures and folklore, that combines dance, live music, and a splendidly ritualistic soundtrack.

The idea of poetic time - a concept inspired by the popular and contemporary dances of each representative country - was utilized to create a dynamic narrative by using nonlinear scenes and to show how symbols, images, sounds, and movements are connected and interpreted.

​The idea for this project came out as a means of thinking poetically about the cultural, ethnic, and racial diversity of the artist, and this very complex moment.

This project is comprised of Three dancers. Our aim is to throw eight performances that are open tothe general public, with a capacity of 40 seats.

An extra two shows will be performed for the church'scommunity (Nassau Kerk) and the people in the neighborhood — these will be free of charge.

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