About The Event
Mercedes, Part 1, a multidisciplinary documentary, gallery, and healing room installation by Modesto Flako Jimenez (Taxilandia), brings viewers into a poetic, visually stunning recreation of the Bushwick home where he was raised by his grandmother Mercedes after he arrived from the Dominican Republic. As an adult, Flako served as her main caregiver as she battled dementia, and uncovered years of letters, receipts, and papers that documented her impact on the Latine community. Part of a larger multidisciplinary project, Mercedes, Part 1 unlocks one woman’s home to amplify community outreach, spread the word about mental healthcare resources, and captivate audiences with an immersive story of multigenerational care.
About The Organizer
Next Wave is where well-known visionaries and trailblazing rebels unleash their groundbreaking creativity onto the world. This year, we plunge into a spectrum of past, present, and in-progress works that perfectly capture the here-and-now. Join us in exploring dynamic, cutting-edge visions and untapped artistic frontiers as we come together to reconstruct, revitalize, and revolutionize creativity.
Please Note
All performances will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
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