Datum: 31.10.2024
Admission: 7.30 p.m
Start: 8 p.m
End: 10:30 p.m
Admission: Donation basis 10 – 15 €
English below
JUYA ANIA (DE)
Duration: 45 minutes
DANCE PERFORMANCE WITH LIVE MUSIC EXPRESSING CONTEMPORARY DANCER MICHELLE FÉLIX’S EXPERIENCES IN THE MAYO-YOREME INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY IN SINALOA, MEXICO.
In the performance “Juya Ania” Michelle Félix shares her personal relationship with the dance instruments of the deer dance, a dance ritual of the <a href="https://www.archyde.com/conventional-indigenous-governor-murdered-in-choix-sinaloa/" title="Conventional indigenous governor murdered in Choix, Sinaloa“>Mayo-Yoreme people groups located in northern Mexico.
It is a sonic journey into the world of the forest, into Juya Ania. The deer is native to this sacred place because there it finds both material and spiritual nourishment. The sound of the instruments refers to the journey that every dancer should undertake to achieve the gift of dance and music. Michelle Félix’s personal ritual is shaped by a migration process that led to an engagement with the indigenous culture of her homeland of Sinaloa, Mexico.
More infos: www.michelle-felix.com
Concept and dance: Michelle Félix
Live-Music: Eek Balam & Lev Radagan
*Note: This performance is being filmed as part of a short film documentary.
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JEWEL (EN)
Duration: 45 minutes
In the performance “Juya Ania”, Michelle Félix shares her personal relationship to the instruments worn by the Deer Dancer of the Mayo-Yoreme culture. It is a sonic journey into the “world of the forest”, into the Juya Ania: the sacred place where the Deer lives and finds both material and spiritual nourishment. The sound of the instruments refers to the expedition that each dancer undertakes to obtain the gift of dance and music. Michelle Félix’s personal ritual is shaped by a migration process that induced her to approach the indigenous communities of her homeland Sinaloa, Mexico.
More infos: www.michelle-felix.com
Concept and Dance: Michelle Félix
Live Music: Eek Balam & Lev Radagan
*Note: this performance will be filmed, as part of a short film documentary.
Cultural Revival through Dance: Michelle Félix’s Juya Ania
As a renowned blog news writer, I am thrilled to share my analysis of the upcoming dance performance, Juya Ania, by contemporary dancer Michelle Félix. Scheduled to take place on October 31, 2024, this event promises to be an enchanting experience, blending traditional and contemporary elements to express Félix’s experiences in the Mayo-Yoreme indigenous community in Sinaloa, Mexico.
According to Félix’s official website, [[1]], Juya Ania is a dance performance that delves into her personal relationship with the traditional attire worn by the deer dancer in the Mayo-Yoreme culture. This performance not only showcases Félix’s artistic skills but also highlights her deep connection with the indigenous community.
The significance of Juya Ania extends beyond the realm of dance and music. In recent years, there has been a growing movement to acknowledge and appreciate the cultural heritage of indigenous communities. For instance, in June 2022, the National Museums of World Culture returned 24 ceremonial objects to the Yaqui Nation in northwestern Mexico, [[2]]. This gesture of restitution is a testament to the efforts being made to rectify historical injustices and promote cultural understanding.
Michelle Félix’s collaboration with composer Gilberto Moreno, as mentioned on the Performing Arts Festival website, [[3]], has resulted in a captivating performance that seamlessly blends traditional percussion instruments with contemporary dance. The fact that Juya Ania is being performed on a donation basis, with a suggested contribution of 10-15 euros, demonstrates the event’s commitment to accessibility and community engagement.
Michelle Félix’s Juya Ania is more than just a dance performance – it is a celebration of cultural heritage, a testament to the power of artistic expression, and a tribute to the indigenous communities that have shaped our collective identity. As we look forward to this enchanting event, we are reminded of the importance of preserving our cultural roots while embracing innovation and creativity.
Event Details:
Date: October 31, 2024
Admission: 7:30 p.m.
Start: 8 p.m.
End: 10:30 p.m.
* Admission: Donation basis (10-15 euros)
Do not miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Juya Ania and support the preservation of our cultural heritage.
