‘I’m Not From Here’ debuts performance artist world premier
April 13, 2015
News Release
April 8, 2015
Media contact: Jessica Proksa, performance artist
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‘I’m Not From Here’ debuts performance artist world premier
The tour-de-force performance by Jessica Proksa includes original music, conceptual, wearable art, and draws in audience members to become part of the performance. “I’m Not From Here,” features Sunny, her alter ego Sylax (a time traveling explorer trapped in outer space), and his “space suit,” more a character than a prop. It is a physical manifestation of outer protection and inner vulnerability. The modern day adventure/survival tale culminates in a conversation with God at the Western Idaho Fair.
Proksa’s performance explores themes of technology, leaving home, the search for freedom, connectivity, and spirituality. “Life is an adventure,” says Proksa. “Overcoming fear frees us and allows us to start living our lives on a deeper more meaningful level.” About the all-important space suit she says
