2023

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​72 inch piñata hand-made by the artist

Queerceañera is a performance that celebrates Mexican heritage and advocates for inclusion and equity. The artist places themselves suspended on air next to a 72-inch piñata. With graceful aerial acrobatics, the artist strikes the piñata, symbolizing unity against societal barriers. After a sequence of thrilling rotations and strikes, the piñata bursts open showers the stage with colorful confetti, a symbolic representation of breaking down barriers. It's a moment of triumph, symbolizing the collective commitment to inclusivity and equity.​​

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Performance and concept by Arantxa Araujo

Photos by Manuel Molina and Erin Patrice O'Brien, photographer