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© Lauriane Ogay — avec/with : Nubian Néné
Traceable is a series of distinct evocative capsules exploring the ever-evolving nature of identity. Driven by her journey, Nubian Néné examines how mental health influences creativity, particularly through the lens of her experiences as a Black woman. This reflective piece addresses the effects of anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, highlighting the coping mechanisms and restorative systems that develop in response.
Inspired by music, architecture, atmospheres, dramaturgy, history, Black American culture, and her Haitian heritage, the artist creates a multidimensional process that leads to healing. The performance incorporates visual art, poetry, and dance styles like House and Breaking, using these forms to express the turmoil and resilience within.
Content warning
High volume + Mention of mental health issues + Pitch black moments
PUBLIC+
→ Talkback with the artist
Friday, January 17th — Following the 7:30 p.m. performance
Hosted by Alex Spicey Landé, co-curator of MAI’s 25th anniversary season
→ Childcare during the performance
Saturday, January 18th — 2pm
Free — Offered to children ages 3 to 10 with ticket-holding parents
Michèle Jean Jacques will offer children a dance and movement workshop that explores emotions and moving according to the states of mind that inhabit them. This playful workshop will enable children to explore some of the themes presented in Traceable while their parents watch the performance.
→ Relaxed performance (RP)
Saturday, January 18th — 2pm
A RP takes a more relaxed approach to noise and movement during the show.
To prepare your visit, consult these two useful guides :
· Traceable Show Guide
· MAI Visual Story
ABOUT+
Nubian Néné is a Montreal native and a New York-based dancer/choreographer who weaves street/club dances to create her unique captivating style. Her resilience and hard work stem from her Haitian roots, enabling her to expand into a producer, a creative director, a curator, a visual artist, and a teacher. She’s a reliable asset to innovative multidisciplinary projects and teams.
Her mentors, some of the pioneers of the Street/Club dance cultures, encourage, support, and inspire her to be involved with cultural awareness, community engagement, event production, and teaching as pedagogy while helping carry the weight of the legacy.
Credits+
Choreography/Artistic Direction/Dance: Nubian Néné for A Lady in the House Dance Company
Light Design: Jon Cleveland
Composers: Sam I AM Montolla
Visuals: The Nubian
Poetry: Nubian Néné for Glasses & Laces
Video: Ja Jigsaw James Britton Johnson + The Nubian
Dramaturgy/Choreography Consulting: Tatiana Desardouin & Alexandra “Spicey” Landé