Gun violence leaves a devastating impact on families and communities, creating an urgent need for healing, awareness, and advocacy. 23: The Aftermath of Gun Violence is an event dedicated to addressing these needs through art, discussion, and action.
The event will feature a gallery exhibition and The Grief Project, a 50-minute immersive performance by JCWK Dance Lab. Inspired by Shaykayarira Delrio-Gonzalez’s story and others who have experienced profound loss, this performance blends contemporary dance, original music, visual art, and storytelling to complement the themes of the evening.
Gallery exhibition opens at 7pm. The Grief Project begins at 8pm. A talkback with community leaders and the artists will follow the performance.
Partners include: JCWK Dance Lab, RIZE Program, Berks4Peace, Berks Not One More, Alvernia University,
Sponsors include: Reading Musical Foundation
- Where: Alvernia University, Francis Hall Theatre
- When: March 28pm and 29th. Doors open at 7pm.
- Tickets are on sale! Click here.
WFMZ shared Shaykayarira’s story in three parts:
Learn more about Community Storytelling and participate! Click here for more info.
JCWK Dance Lab has previewed aspects of this project at:
- International Human Rights Arts Festival, NYC, 2024
- UNSEEN, Bethlehem, PA, 2024
- Philadelphia Fringe Festival, 2024
- In Nature’s Studio, Reading, PA 2024
Go behind the scenes of the movement research with JCWK Dance Lab. Click here to see some videos of the rehearsal process.
Become a sponsor! Click here for more information.
Thank you, Reading Musical Foundation for your support! JCWK Dance Lab received an Outreach grant from RMF for Marty Bonk’s music.
Pictures by Robin Michals.