MARCHANTE
For Nuit Blanche 2024 The Miradorx Art Collective presents Marchante, a multi-sensory installation that vividly captures the essence of Latin American markets. This immersive experience will bring to Winnipeg the rich experience of market life: where goods and stories are exchanged.
At the heart of Marchante is a striking display featuring sculptures of produce, fruits and vegetables that originate in Latin America and are part of the everyday life of Canadians. The installation will feature a sound piece mixing a dynamic blend of original field recordings from Latin American markets. This soundscape, at once dissonant and harmonious, will transport visitors to the heart of a bustling market. Throughout the night, Marchante will come alive with performances by members of the collective. Every hour, two performers will take the stage for a five-minute piece that combines voice and movement, mimicking the daily actions observed in Latin American markets.
The installation will widen attendees' understanding of the food they eat by bringing to their awareness the stories about the produce they eat, stories about the producers who labour to grow them and the soil where they are cultivated. Marchante invites the audience to grow a deeper understanding of food they buy from rather anonymous supermarkets and, in turn, their connection to Latin America.
Marchante promises to be a vibrant and dynamic part of the night, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to immerse themselves in Latin American culture. Through its blend of art, performance, and storytelling, the installation will foster a deeper appreciation of the cultural diversity that enriches our community, inviting all to explore the connections between food, history, and identity.
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