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Empathy Party

Solo Show · N/A · Ages 18+ · United States of America

Content Warning one person show
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Review by RUBY MAREZ

June 25, 2023 certified reviewer

What I liked

I love his use of multi-media and thought he did a good job playing with various modalities to communicate his message; effortlessly blending music, poetry, comedy, and honesty in a remarkable show that left me grinning from ear to ear!
Ariel’s voice is an essential presence in our world, radiating love, energy, emotion, and of course, empathy. Hell Yeah!

What I didn't like

N/A

My overall impression

I loved this show for many reasons and one is because it is a Dominican man going against machismo culture and standing up for a new way of being. Of Being with your feelings. Representing Gentle Masculinity.
I especially loved when Ariel unveiled a picture of himself as a 10-year-old and engaged in a poignant dialogue with his younger self throughout the show. One of many deeply moving and contemplative moments that unfolded throughout the performance.

I wish I could see this again!

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