State of Mirrors | Summer 2024

State of Mirrors

Friday September 20th | 7pm 

Length: 90 minutes 

The finale of the five core stories of the Black Gotham Experience starts in New York City 1862. The United States of America is deeply divided on the matter of slavery and what to do with millions of Black people who are demanding freedom along with their European allies. State of Mirrors illustrates how the founding of the original states and the expansion of the country, similar to New York State, have connections to the African Diaspora. Simultaneously, this story follows how New York City, which is the nation’s first Capital, sets a tone for future generations that will replace true origin stories with mythologies that justify inequality.

Walks meet at the BGX Gallery // 192 Front Street, NY, NY 10038