Studio Showing presents "30 minutes before sunrise and 20 minutes after sunset"

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30 minutes before sunrise and 20 minutes after sunset’ is the final presentation of a residency project by Constantin Georgescu and Pedro Tayette. Their research explored the intersection of ballet and voguing, as embodied and performed by Pedro. They examined aspects of each practice, observing overlaps and potential associations. References from ballet and ballroom/voguing histories were explored, and concepts were developed and recontextualized. The movement between these two practices created a space of transition and divergence.

A third element that influenced the process was the metaphorical connection to the appearance and trajectories of comets. Some astronomers suggest that comets are best observed 30 minutes before sunrise and 20 minutes after sunset. This fascination with watching comets parallels the audience observing a ballet, or judges' scrutinizing gaze in ballroom and voguing contests. Comet Azula, Pedro’s alter ego, embodies multiple practices and identities,…